What if midlife wasn’t the end of your best runs, vibrant health, and unstoppable performance, but it was the start of something even stronger? In this inspiring episode, host Louise Valentine, one of the world's leading experts for perimenopausal avidly active women and runners, reminds every woman that it’s never too late to pivot, reset, and build your own dream happy place. Louise opens up about her journey of “retiring” at 40 after a remarkable career, not to stop working, but to serve f...

Every runner wants to get faster, but what if the pursuit of speed is actually slowing you down? In this essential episode, Coach Sara kicks off the Running Skill Sets series by exploring the transformative power of Patience.We'll dive into:Why the body needs a long view to adapt to training stress.The connection between rushing and your most frequent running injuries.Why rushing training and racing isn't the answerIf you've ever felt frustrated, burned out, or stuck in a cycle of injury, this

Joe was a client of mine who came on board with the intention of running a 100 mile ultra marathon. Before this he had only ever run 10km. And to qualify for this race he had to run a marathon then 50 miler. This is the story of how he went from 10km to running 100 miles. To see what I am up to go to @olliewmccarthy on Instagram. For enquiries email: ollie@mccarthysf.com

In this episode, Jill gets real about why forcing yourself to run—when you hate it, when you’re injured, or when your body just isn’t responding—doesn’t build fitness or confidence. She talks honestly about the grief that comes with stepping back from running if it’s part of your identity, and how to find new ways to move that still feel empowering. You’ll also get a sneak peek at her 3-2-1 Workout: Simple Fitness for Real Life—a mix-and-match system built on 6-minute blocks of cardio, strength, and

Host Celeste Fong talks with ultrarunner Taylor Verville and her pacer Mike Martineau about Taylor’s recent Devil’s Den 30-hour race in Bradford, Vermont — her course-record performance (about 89 miles), pacing strategies, nutrition, temperature swings, and lessons from a past collapse at Notchview.The episode explores both runner and pacer perspectives, the race community and charity behind the event, upcoming goals like reaching 100 miles, and the mental approach Taylor uses to

This week on the podcast we discuss heart rate zones, the various ways to find them, and what they mean. We also touch on the Strava/Garmin Fiasco. Leave us a review and follow us on our socials! Let us know if you're enjoying the podcast!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chafin_at_the_aid_station?igsh=ZDAwM2ZpYXJmc2dr

Send us a text This is it the final update before we head to India. In this episode, Joel opens with a few words before handing over to Hannah, who shares where things are really at: the visa chaos, the reroute from Pakistan, last-minute packing, heat training, and what it feels like to finally reach this moment after 40 weeks of planning. The next time you hear from us, we’ll be on the road in India. So stay tuned to see where the adventure takes us, or even better join us! We’re curre...

This week on The Back of the Pack Podcast, it’s all about the biggest race weekend in Kansas City — the Garmin Kansas City Marathon! With more than 10,000 runners filling the streets, it was a celebration of endurance, community, and pure running joy. Kyle recaps an incredible couple of days, from setting up at the expo and meeting listeners to race-morning excitement and those powerful final-hour finishes that remind us why we love this sport. Whether you ran the full, the half, or cheered from the

Register for Hallucination!! https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=121864Register for the Myrtle Beach 24 Hour!! https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=123625Solo episode for this one talking about my Cape Fear 24 Hour experience. Finish 3rd male/4th overall with 109.4 miles.

Explore the rise of barefoot and minimal footwear: tracing how it began, what the research actually says, and where common sense fits in.Tommy shares his own story of diving deep into the barefoot movement (yes, including the Altra phase) and how his perspective has evolved from obsession to balance. Backed by scientific studies and a healthy dose of realism, Tommy looks at why people who grow up barefoot tend to have stronger arches, wider feet, and fewer deformities, and what that means

Nicole Paton joins the show to talk about her journey from country Victoria to representing Australia at the Trail World Championships.We cover how she discovered trail running through adventure and travel, the challenges of balancing elite performance with parenting and work, and the lessons she’s learned from injury and resilience along the way. It’s an honest look at what it takes to stay consistent and competitive in the sport while keeping life in balance.Tune in to hear the full story.***Don’t

It’s sad to think the trail running season is largely over, but as we count down to the end of the year there are a few last exciting events on the horizon (Javelina, JFK, UTCT). This year’s Javelina will include 3 of the top 4 mens finishers from last year’s edition of the race and only 2 of the top 7 on the women’s side. The race is fast, flat, and the weather looks good. Let the Golden Ticket hunt begin for next year’s Western States! PS: This would’ve been out last night but my audio equipment

In this conversation, Kamal Datta chats with Crystal Ross about her journey from marathon running to ultra running, discussing the challenges she faced in training and the mental shifts that occurred along the way. She reflects on her experiences at the Boston Marathon, the importance of a supportive community, and her future aspirations in the running world. The discussion highlights the differences between road and trail running, the significance of mental toughness, and the strategies that have

I recently had the opportunity to be on media duty at the Lake Biwa 100 and this is my impression and race report. Text below from race website: " The Lake Biwa 100 course takes you on a journey through various ecosystems and historical sites in the Kansai region of Japan, skirting Lake Biwa the biggest lake in Japan for most of the course. With only 330 participants and a generous 52-hour cut off, the race keeps its authenticity, with friendly smiles at the hospitable aid stations. But don’t...

Hey, rockstar, you are going to crush this workout! However, I want to hear from you. So send me a text and let me know how it went! Warm-up: Dynamic Stretches 3:00-minute walk Workout: 10:00 minutes at RPE 3-4 7:00 minutes at RPE 5-6 5:00 minutes at RPE 6-7 2:00 minutes at RPE 7-8 1:00 minute at RPE 9-10 Cool-down: 2:00-minute walk Static Stretches

Meet Nation Member Ryan Paulson#RunTJM Weekly Strava Champions Most Miles: Ed Ettinghausen: 227.1 Most Time Runing: Ed Ettinghausen: 66:24:10 Most Vert: Jacob Messler 16,670 Sign up for theTen Junk Miles races here: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com   Join the Official Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057521258604634   Support the show via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/

If two 5 mile runs equal one 8 mile run, what does the 4x4x48 Challenge equal? And does a 15:00 5k runner hurt the same as a 15 minute two mile runner, assuming they are both at max effort?? What about time spent in zones?!? Let chaos ensue!

In this special bonus episode, Stephanie talks to her run coach Jessica Reyes about her 2025 Chicago Marathon experience. Stephanie and Jessica talk about the prep for Chicago, the race itself, and how shifts in mindset helped turn an unexpected Chicago Marathon experience into memorable one full of gratitude. Enjoy our conversation and thanks for listening.     To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tZ5zr28oTzMAbout Stephanie Diaz:Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner’s Club of America) and McMillan

Running Hilarity, Europe Adventures & Epic Races | Front Runner Colombo Podcast Join Oska, Tom, and Maia from The Front Runner Colombo as they dive into an episode packed with humor, adventures, and racing tales. From awkward moments and mixed reviews to epic European trips and thrilling races, this podcast has it all! Hear Maya's exciting journey in Europe, Tom and Oska's hilarious preparations for upcoming races, and much more. Perfect for your runs or whenever you need a good laugh. Don't miss