In this episode I discuss running at altitude. What does it feel like to run at 7,165 feet of elevation? I’ll tell you because I did it last week! Why do elite runners choose to live and run at altitude? Listen in as I discuss my experience running at elevation. In my “That’s Crazy Good”, food segment I share “Music City Hot Chicken” out of Fort Collins, CO. (mchcco.com) please rate and leave a show review on iTunes! Thank You!

In this episode of the Up and Running Podcast I discuss the topic of finding time to run. Do you ever struggle to fit your running into your busy schedule? I do. I share some tips to stay on track. I also talk about the timing of food and some tips on what to eat before your runs. In the, “That’s Crazy Good’, food segment I highlight Skates on the Bay, a fantastic seafood restaurant located in Berkeley, CA. (skatesonthebay.com) I apologize for the technical difficulty experienced in parts of this episode. 

In this episode I discuss running shoe selection.  The most important piece of running gear you'll buy is absolutely your running shoes! I walk you through tips on how to assess your foot strike (the way your feet touch the ground) so you can meet your needs with the right type of running shoe. In my, "That's Crazy Good", food segment I showcase The Bagel Cafe in Las Vegas (www.thebagelcafelv.com) and Bosa Donuts (bosadonutsaz.com) in Arizona!

In this episode Paul discusses winter running, clothing, hydration and mental prep for those chilly weather runs. For the, That’s Crazy Good, food segment Paul highlights Anthony’s Fish Bar, from Seattle, WA. (anthonys.com)

Join Paul as he discusses the topic of staying motivated to run. Paul discusses the importance of planning ahead and using TECH to track your runs and motivate you. Paul also walks through a simple way to join a group run and find other runners to train with using MEETUP. (www.meetup.com) For the ,“That’s Crazy Good”, food segment Paul features, The Kitchen, a farm to table American Bistro located in Boulder, CO. 

Join Paul as he explains the concept of running for time and not for distance and breaks it down for you to start your own running journey. Paul also shares his experience with the really great food offered at Hattie B’s Hot Chicken at their Las Vegas location. 

This is the first episode of the Up and Running Podcast. Join in and meet your host Paul Ventura as he gives you an overview of what to expect in future episodes and why you should add the show to your running podcast lineup.