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The Happy Runner

Roman Happy Runner

Who am I? An average runner over 50 who like to enjoy running. Every now and then I also go to a race ... mostly marathons and Half Marathons. In this podcast you will fine tips and motivation for average recreational runners and those of you who want to get into running. I will try to interview other average runners, include training tips, my running updates and answer different running related questions.

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All Episodes

00:12:41

Summer training for first time marathoners

The Happy Runner ·

2022/06/11

It gets hot during the summer months. Your marathon is still a month, maybe two or three away, but you need to train for it. So what is the best time to go out running and what kind of running training should we do during the summer months? Find the answers tho these questions in this weeks episode of The Happy Runner.

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00:11:00

Stronger will make you run faster

The Happy Runner ·

2022/06/07

But that doesn’t mean that you need to spend time in a gym or that you need to do a strength training each day. In this episode you will learn what kind of running sessions will make you a stronger runner and how my training plan yo become stronger looks like.

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00:09:25

Training in carbon plated running shoes

The Happy Runner ·

2022/05/30

Should we train in carbon plated running shoes or, should we save them for our races? Well, I think we should train in the same shoes we intend to use on race day. Why? … listen to the episode to find out.

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00:10:34

Rest and recovery for runners

The Happy Runner ·

2022/05/22

We don’t get stronger and faster while running. We get the benefits from running during rest and recovery. That’s why it’s so important to structure our training the way we get the most out of it. Learn how to structure your training week and your training cycle to get the most out of your running. Just a few days ago I partnered up with Top4Running, the number one online running store in Europe. Use the link below with the code “Roman” to get a 5% discount:

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00:11:44

Running in wind

The Happy Runner ·

2022/05/14

Wind is not the best friend of runners. But let’s talk a bit about the impact of wind on running and even how to run a smart race in windy conditions. Since running is an outdoor activity wind is a constant on our runs and we need to deal with it.

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00:11:52

Race day mistakes

The Happy Runner ·

2022/05/07

We all know about mistakes we make as runners that can ruin our race day. What are the mistakes and how to avoid them? Even if you get everything right, there is one mistake that can still ruin the race. It’s the last one I talk about in this episode.

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00:12:58

My first half marathon this year

The Happy Runner ·

2022/04/30

So I ran my first half marathon of the year. It was actually the first half marathon since september 2019. I admit that I was a bit uncertain how my fitness was. In this episode of the podcast I talk about my race strategy, my plans for the race, my race itself and my plans for the next month.

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00:14:20

Running when over 50

The Happy Runner ·

2022/04/23

We get older … our bodies change … so we need to except our limitations and be smart about our running. Not just about our running, also about our rest, our sleep and our nutrition. What do I do? I try to run smart to stay healthy, happy and fit.

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00:21:57

Optimized running shoes with John from Vimazi

The Happy Runner ·

2022/04/16

We all know about those super shoes that are supposed to make us run faster. But there is a new player on the market, who makes running shoes that are optimized and tuned to the exact pace you are running, so you as a runner will get the best benefits out of them for yourself. If you want more details you can visit the webpage vimazi.com to get more detailed information about the running shoes.

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00:14:43

Running friends Vicky and Natascha

The Happy Runner ·

2022/04/09

They both live in the same area in North Wales and they found each other on instagram. They became friends and run together almost each sunday. Just a few weeks ago they finished a 10k race and the plan is to run a half marathon together.

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00:14:32

Running Escapes UK with Kelly

The Happy Runner ·

2022/04/02

Kelly is next to Jo one of the two founders of Running Escapes UK. What it is, when and how it all started, who is it for? These are only a few of the questions we touch in our interview.

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00:12:46

Running for t-shirts and medals with T.J.

The Happy Runner ·

2022/03/26

Some run for fun, some run to be happy, some for … but T.J. runs for shirts and medals. She has quite some in her collection but find out witch ones is she going to add this year.

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00:13:15

Body weight and speed

The Happy Runner ·

2022/03/19

Body weight is one of the factors that impact your running speed, next to your stride length and your cadence. In this episode I do some math how much 1 kilogram more or less impacts the effort you need to run a race, from 5k to the marathon.

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00:11:52

How to master hill running

The Happy Runner ·

2022/03/12

What are the benefits of hill running? When to incorporate hill running into your training? What types of hill running do we know? What are the best techniques to run up and down a hill? … find the answers to these questions … and more in this episode of The Happy Runner.

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00:11:31

How to plan running races

The Happy Runner ·

2022/03/05

Today you will learn how to successfully plan your peek running races and how many races you should be running in a year. I also touch the subject of race recovery and how to plan tune up races around your peek races. If you want more personal help with your race planning feel free to contact me: run@runandsmile.net so we can work together on your running schedule.

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00:12:38

Jo and her running story

The Happy Runner ·

2022/02/26

As many others Jo discovered running during the covid-19 pandemic. Running changed her life to the better and today she is training to run the London Landmarks half marathon for Cancer Research UK.

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00:13:25

Tips for first time marathoners

The Happy Runner ·

2022/02/19

In this episode I share tips for first time marathoners. For those who are already running for some time and also for those new to running. All of the tips are general if you want more specific tips, advice or help on your first marathon you can reach out to me: run@runandsmile.net and I can help you out with training tips or goal setting.

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00:28:22

Harassment during running with Alex, Beth, Charlotte...

The Happy Runner ·

2022/02/12

Sadly harassment is still a big topic in the running community. More than 80% of female runners get harassed while running. This includes catcalls, being followed or even sexual assaulted. It’s not a pleasant topic but we need to speak up, talk about it and try to find solutions that this harassment stops. We are runners and all we want to do is run in peace.

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00:13:18

How to prepare for a marathon

The Happy Runner ·

2022/02/05

No, I won’t be talking about training for a marathon. Instead I will let you know what you should do to prepare for race day. From travel arrangements to finding the right training plan … and everything in between. Running a marathon will learn you to plan in advance. You don’t want to deal with unnecessary stress close to race day. There are a lot of things you can prepare for now, even if your marathon is months away.

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00:14:08

Eating disorder and running with Cara

The Happy Runner ·

2022/01/29

Cara is a runner and a woman who suffered from anorexia. Listen to this weeks episode to find out more, how running made her help to deal with her eating disorder. Another topic we discuss are her running goals and suggestions to other who suffer from an eating disorder. Cara has her own webpge where she writes about her running and also other life topics. You can find it at: www.carajasminebradley.com

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