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Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

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01:05:26

Coach Ruairi Moynihan Shares his Favorite Workouts

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/10/16

Every run in a good training plan serves a purpose. That doesn’t mean that you have to enjoy them all equally though. Even if you have performance goals, it can be a lot easier to stick to the plan if you enjoy the process. Today’s show is all about giving you new workout ideas that you’ll actually want to do. Coach Ruairi has more than a few ideas and he’s sharing his favorite workouts to help give you some inspiration. Each of these workouts is RC coach approved to help get you fitter without

01:08:41

5x National Champion Sabrina Little: Finding...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/10/09

Sabrina Little is a 5x national champion ultra runner who happens to also be a professor of moral philosophy. During her career, when she wasn’t breaking American records, she earned a Phd in Philosophy at Baylor University. More recently though, she published her book “the Examined run - why good people make better runners” all about how running fits into a happy and fulfilling life. Her book is filled with thought-provoking lessons for anyone who loves to run and she is the perfect guest to

53:40

Practical Tips for Balancing Running With Your Busy...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/10/02

We get that you’re busy, and finding a balance between training and life will probably make you a better runner than forcing your training at the expense of sleep or important life commitments. Life is unpredictable and it can be hard to find the right balance for you. Coach Jeff Gaudette is familiar with this struggle as a running coach and father of 4. While completing all of your easy runs and workouts might be challenging, the hardest part can sometimes be finding the time to fit this into your

41:23

One Gotta Go: Runner’s Edition

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/09/25

We pride ourselves on bringing you informative content, but sometimes it’s even more fun to throw that out the window and just talk about how much we love running. We’re bringing the classic game of One Gotta Go to the Run to the Top Podcast and there will be plenty of tricky decisions to make. The goal is to choose among a group of beloved running items and imagine which one to give up forever if you were forced to choose. Coach Ruairi Moyhnihan is taking on this tough challenge but don’t worry

53:12

Time to Taper: How to Get To Race Day Fresh and Avoid...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/09/18

Most training plans call for a reduction in mileage before your goal race but if you feel nervous and anxious during this time you’re not alone. In fact, there’s even a name for the emotional turbulence runners feel during this time and it’s called the taper tantrums. If you’re tapering for your next marathon right now or will be soon, it’s important to remember your body needs this rest and not to panic with extra training. This episode provides a guide to runners resting up for the big day while

01:07:04

How Caffeine can Boost Performance as a Runner

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/09/11

Many runners already swear by their morning cup of coffee, but caffeine can also boost your running performance if used correctly. This effect works by reducing the perception of pain and increasing alertness on the run so that you may feel more comfortable running at faster paces. If this sounds too good to be true, it’s even recommended by World Athletics as a legal performance enhancer. The key to getting the greatest benefits is understanding how to use it properly in training or racing since

55:05

Marathon Nutrition: Fueling Strategies for your...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/09/04

Marathon season is underway and that makes it the perfect time to dial in your nutrition and fuelling. We’re huge fans of the team at Metpro because they use your personal metabolic profile to make nutrition recommendations to meet your specific goals. Diet and nutrition has a huge impact on running performance and that’s why MetPro’s lead dietician, Amber Velasquez, joins us to discuss how to fuel correctly for your marathon season goals. Training for a marathon puts a lot of stress on your body

01:08:35

Race Day Simulation: How and Why to Mimic the...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/08/21

If you’re preparing for a fall marathon or other endurance race, then now is the perfect time to start practicing your race day. As the temperatures cool and you hit your peak training, the fatigue in your legs will help to simulate the feeling of racing without actually running the full race distance. It’s super important to mimic the conditions of your goal event to prepare for the challenges of race day. This can help with building confidence because you’ll know you’re ready for the big day or

01:03:37

Unlocking your Mental Running potential with Sports...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/08/14

Building mental toughness is one of the best ways to improve your running. Without any change in fitness, having good mental strategies can help you to unlock a new level of performance. This is the key to overcoming a setback or managing stressful situations that all runners face like pre-race nerves or balancing a hectic schedule. Ashley Eckermann is a former competitive triathlete and a noted psychology practitioner who teaches athletes of all abilities to perform at their best without positive

49:19

A Runner’s Guide to Getting Better When you’re not...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/08/07

Even for the most dedicated runners, most of the day is not spent running and there’s a lot you can do during this time to get better. If you run for an hour every day, that still leaves 23 hours in the day that can impact how you feel on your next run. The key to getting the most out of your workout is knowing what to do during the in-between times when you’re not running. This episode will guide runners through how to maximize this time with considerations for every point before and after a run,

01:01:29

Running Lingo Made Simple: Explaining Common Phrases...

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2024/07/31

Running has a language of its own with terms that can range from obscure to downright hilarious. Training terms like tempo runs and fartleks can sound like gibberish if you’re newer to the sport. We’re probably even guilty on this show of using some of this running lingo without explaining first what it means. That ends today, because this show is all about helping you to understand common terms used by runners. Whether you’re with a running group or getting ready for a race, you might overhear some

01:28:50

2024 Paris Olympics Athletics Preview

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/07/24

The Olympics is the biggest multi-sport competition in the world and perhaps the pinnacle of the sport for anyone in distance running. We gave you our picks for who would represent team USA before the Olympic trials and now we’re back to preview the big finale. The Paris Olympics are sure to bring some interesting storylines featuring a huge depth of distance runners and some very hot conditions predicted. This is also the first time since 2016 that a full crowd will be hosted to watch these races

55:03

From 4:30 to sub-3 Hour Marathon: Former RC Athlete...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/07/10

Jonathan’s Tolksdorf is a true RC success story. He took up running with no sports background and through a combination of hard work and learning from his mistakes, has lowered his marathon PB to 2:52 while running 169 marathons since his first in 2000. He was one of the first RC athletes back in 2012 and joined us from his hometown of Lahti Finland to share the lessons that helped him to take over an hour and a half off of his marathon time. Jonathan reached out to us about sharing his running

01:13:27

Rediscovering Fun and Fitness: How a Change in...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/06/26

Sometimes all it takes is a little change to get out of a rut. This proved true for both guests on today’s show, coach Hayley Green and Cherie Turner. After years in the sport, they both discovered a passion for new racing distances and are having way more fun too after making the change. Hayley recently traded her focus on road marathons for longer ultra trail races and Cherie discovered she much preferred shorter distances to the ultramarathons she was accustomed to. The common theme here is

01:16:42

The RC Team Previews the U.S. Olympic Track & Field...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/06/21

The U.S. Olympic Team Trials brings together the best American track athletes to compete for national titles and a spot on the Olympic team. The RC team is here to preview every track event at this meet including how to watch it and some of the top storylines, along with our predictions. This is another panel-style chat where we won’t be holding back on the bold predictions or controversial opinions. If you’re looking forward to the summer olympics this is the perfect opportunity to get the inside

55:08

How to Fit Strength Training Together with Running to...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/06/19

Most runners know that doing at least some strength training is beneficial but figuring out how to fit this into a training schedule can be difficult. On today’s show, coach Andie joins us to cover the “how” and “why” of fitting strength work into your training schedule so you can get all of the performance benefits without feeling like you’re compromising your runs. We get that most of you listening love to run and probably spend a lot of time getting in your easy runs and workouts. That’s why

41:53

Marathoners Play a Game of “Would You Rather”

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/06/12

You’ve probably heard of the classic game “Would you rather” but we’re giving it a running-themed twist by focusing on topics related to the marathon. There’s a lot that can happen throughout a marathon and you’ll hear our thoughts on many of them from race day struggles to performance breakthroughs. This is a fun and lighthearted conversation about training topics experienced runners will be familiar with themselves. Some of the questions we’ll ask include: Would you rather… Win a race or PR Deal

41:41

Finding Community in Running with Founder of A...

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/06/05

Lauren Mantha is a local Toronto runner who created a simple solution to a common problem with her website, A Running List. What started as an Instagram post about the running clubs in her area has transformed into a full website mapping out running communities globally and their meeting times. Her mission is to make the sport more accessible to everyone by making this information more accessible. Lauren only started running in 2023 to raise money for children’s hospitals but flash forward one year

01:02:31

Safety Tips for Runners

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/05/22

Running should be a safe sport for everyone who participates but unfortunately, that’s not always the case. This could happen for a variety of reasons including injuries, weather conditions, and even harassment. This is especially true for women and people of color who more frequently confront unsafe situations. On today’s show, we’re joined by coaches Andie Cozzarelli and Hayley Jane to discuss what risks runners need to be aware of to stay safe and tips for dealing with or avoiding these dangers

43:06

The Run to the Top Podcast Gets a New(ish) Host

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running ·

2024/05/15

We have some bittersweet news to share. Our host Finn Melanson is leaving the RC team but you’ll still hear a familiar voice as our current Showrunner, Cory Nagler, transitions to full-time host. We’ll also be transitioning to only one episode per week on Wednesdays to help focus on providing you with high-quality and valuable content. In this transition episode of the Run to the Top Podcast, Finn takes on the other side of the interview as a special guest to say goodbye to the team and answer

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