<p>“Re-Run,” the newest running podcast from the Rambling Runner Podcast Network, features Matt Chittim and a group of running elites, media members, and coaches discussing classic races that love to revisit again and again.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode, Carrie Tollefson and Jen Rhines join the show to talk about the women’s 2016 Olympic Marathon Trials. We talk about all things pre-race hype, Amy Cragg and Shalane Flanagan’s epic teamwork, Des Linden’s display of confidence, and plenty of “what if’s.”</p> <p><br></p> <p>Is your recovery holding you back from taking it to the next level as an athlete? That’s where TuneUP CBD comes in. TuneUP was born out of this need for a line of quality CBD products geared to the needs of athletes. Right now, they have a special code for the listeners of this podcast with code RAMBLING for 10% off orders at <a href="https://www.tuneupcbd.com">www.tuneupcbd.com</a>.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Previnex is a supplement brand that I trust, use, and have greatly benefited from. They source the highest quality ingredients in the most clinically effective and beneficial forms. Previnex manufactures to the highest standards possible, testing every ingredient, every step of production and every finished product. Visit <a href="https://www.previnex.com">www.previnex.com</a> and use coupon code Runner15 to save 15% on your first order.</p> <p><br></p>

<p>2020 is upon us. A new year and a new decade. In this episode I speak with two people, David Roche and Teri Hutcheon, who share the goal setting methodologies that have helped them reach new levels of success and happiness. David is one of the best coaches and trail runners in the country and works with dozens of elite athletes. Teri transitioned from the corporate world to having her own business and is now happier and more successful than ever. Let these two wonderful people help you achieve more in the new year.</p> <p><br> Rise.Run.Retreat. was founded on the idea that at its core, running is a transformative act and when we run together the opportunity for growth is exponential. Running together opens us up to connect on a real level with other women, leading&nbsp;to self-discovery and ultimately growth. Rise.Run.Retreat. is about sharing miles, sweat, smiles and our unfiltered-selves. More than a getaway. More than a retreat. Rise.Run.Retreat. is an experience you will remember forever. Use code RAMBLINGRUNNER <a href="https://www.riserunretreat.com">www.riserunretreat.com</a>. <br> <br> <br> Is your recovery holding you back from taking it to the next level as an athlete? That’s where TuneUP CBD comes in. TuneUP was born out of this need for a line of quality CBD products geared to the needs of athletes. Right now, they have a special code for the listeners of this podcast with code RAMBLING for 10% off orders at <a href="https://www.tuneupcbd.com">www.tuneupcbd.com</a>.</p> <p><br></p>

<p>One thing that all runners love is running shoes and nobody reviews them better than the folks at Believe in the Run. Thomas Neuberger and Robbe Reddinger join me to discuss:&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>- Favorite 2019 shoes for easy runs, workouts, short races, marathons</p> <p>- Shoes they’re most excited about in 2020 in those categories</p> <p>- Their favorite shoes that are about to be, or recently have been, discontinued and therefore on sale for a nice discount</p> <p>- Favorite running shoe of all time</p> <p><br></p> <p>You can learn more about Believe in the Run at <a href="https://www.believeintherun.com">www.believeintherun.com</a>.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Is your recovery holding you back from taking it to the next level as an athlete? That’s where TuneUP CBD comes in. TuneUP was born out of this need for a line of quality CBD products geared to the needs of athletes. Right now, they have a special code for the listeners of this podcast with code RAMBLING for 10% off orders at <a href="https://www.tuneupcbd.com">www.tuneupcbd.com</a>.</p> <p><br> </p> <p><br></p>

<p>Haley Chura is a certified badass. After turning pro in triathlon several years ago she has won races at the full and half Ironman distances. In 2015, she was sidelined from doing running workouts for a year and a half after a devastating crash on her bike three weeks before the Ironman World Championships. This year she decided to make a run at the Olympic Trials marathon qualifying standard after the September World Championships. In this episode, Haley details this amazing journey and her feelings after breaking 2:45 at the California international Marathon last weekend. Haley is also a strong advocate for women in sport and was recently the MC at the Outspoken: Women in Triathlon Summit.</p> <p><br></p> <p>You can listen to Haley’s Iron Women Podcast at <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ironwomen-podcast/id1265466545">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ironwomen-podcast/id1265466545</a>.<br> </p>

<p>There are as many different running stories as there are runners, but Seth Baird’s path to the sport is more unusual than most. Up until three years ago Seth was working hard to pursue professional body building - the literal opposite of what he is doing now. After a serious injury, and a dalliance with performance enhancers, Seth picked up running and took to it like a fish in water. This fall Seth ran his first marathon, after setting PR’s at every distance in his lead-up, and clocked a 3:14 at Charlotte. In this episode, Seth talks about this running conversion, adapting to a new model of training his body, what the marathon feels like for a first-timer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the last 10 years, Meghann Featherstun has been working with people to help them find their happy place with nutrition, exercise, body composition, and in life. She specializes in sports performance nutrition, pre- and postnatal nutrition, family nutrition, and with a heavy background in clinical nutrition can help athletes manage their medical conditions through nutrition as well. As a certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD), Meghann helps people to balance nutrition choices and fitness to reach their desired body composition and fitness goals. Not only that, Meghann is a sub-3:00 marathoner and a distinguished athlete in her own right.&nbsp; <br> </p> <p>In this episode, Meghann answers your varied and numerous questions about nutrition, health, and performance.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>You can learn more about Meghann at <a href="https://featherstonenutrition.com/">https://featherstonenutrition.com</a> and on Instagram at <a href="https://instagram.com/featherstonenutrition">@featherstonenutrition</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Many of us personalize our training programs, but don’t consider personalizing our diet. Stop guessing; start improving. This is the last week to take advantage of InsideTracker’s Black Friday special of $200 off their Ultimate package. Use code CHEERSRAMBLINGRUNNER at <a href="https://www.insidetracker.com">www.insidetracker.com</a> and make 2020 your best year yet.</p> <p><br></p>

<p>One of the many unintended positive benefits of hosting the Rambling Runner Podcast is how it has helped improve life. As a constant work-in-progress, I need all the help I can get. Thankfully, the last 100 guests have provided countless insights and hard-won knowledge. Here is some that has had a significant impact on my life.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The elusive sub-3:00 marathon is something that only the top 1% of women runners strive for. So what happens when a team of like-minded women come together, at one race, supported by some of the best running brands and coaches in the country? Lift.Run.Perform launched Project: Breaking 3 - a small, application-based group program, organized for those staring down that 3:00 marathon barrier in 2019 and it was a huge success. In this episode, Mary Johnson and Lauren Floris take a deep dive into the program, training structure, creating a team atmosphere digitally, and much more.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Learn more by following Lauren <a href="https://instagram.com/laurenfloris77">https://instagram.com/laurenfloris77</a> and Mary <a href="https://instagram.com/itsamarython">https://instagram.com/itsamarython</a>.</p> <p><br></p>

In 2016, Carly Spataro was living a relatively sedentary lifestyle after years of playing soccer. By the end of 2017 she had run five marathons and improved her time from her debut 3:49 to 3:14. Needless to say, she was hooked. This last month Carly did the seemingly impossible for an amateur runner who works full-time as a pharmacist - she ran both the Chicago as NYC marathons (just three weeks apart) and did so in 2:55 and 3:05, respectively. In this episode Carly shares how she built herself into a successful and durable marathoner, how she came to love the sport, and how she stepped up her game in 2019.

<p>Megan is a legend. She was the 2016 USATF Trail Runner of the Year at the ultra and sub-ultra distances. She is a five-time national champion, the North American Mountain Running Champion, and a six-time member of Team USA. She graduated from Duke University, where she played field hockey before running cross country for one year, with a degree in Neuroscience and received her M.D. from Stanford Medical School.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Megan started coaching with Some Work All Play in 2016 with the premise that she could help athletes learn to love the process of training, embrace their inner ninja, and recover using a Taco Tuesday approach.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode, Megan discusses many things, including: The mind-body connection, power of genetics, what is talent, not taking your physical gifts too seriously, bouncing back from injury better than before, the paradox of goalsetting, and embracing life in the short term and long term.</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

TCS New York City Marathon week is upon us and it is sure to be an amazing race. In this episode we hear from Kellyn Taylor, Roberta Groner, Jared Ward, John Raneri, and Lou Serafini. Each of them discuss their current fitness level, injury status, mental and emotional frame of mind, mantras and motivations, and goals for the race.

<p>Rachel Brenke had a newborn son, her husband was just deployed, and she wanted more. Next step: law school and entrepreneurship! 10 years later she faced a similar situation. Two degrees, five kids, and zero time for herself. Next step: become a triathlete! Rachel not only knows the legal ins-and-outs of running a business but she has a pulse on the industry as an athlete herself.</p> <p><br></p> <p>With an impressive list of accomplishments such as:</p> <p><br></p> <ul> <li>Team USA ’17 &amp; ’18, competed in ITU World Championships Aquathlon (ranked #10 in 2017 &amp; #12 in 2018)</li> <li>Ironman World Championships ’18</li> <li>Ironman Maryland Ambassador ’18,</li> <li>1st of 6 World Major Stars at NYC ’18</li> <li>USAT Ambassador ’17, ’18, ’19</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode, Rachel discusses how all of this is possible for all of us and the time, effort, and belief it took for her to create this life. You can learn more about Rachel at <a href="https://www.fitlegally.com">www.fitlegally.com</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

<p>I was so exited to get Alissa Kolarik on the show because I can’t get enough of comeback stories. In the same vein, I also love stories about people who buck conventional wisdom and find a better path for them. Alissa embodied both of these ideas on her way to a huge PR of 3:05:20 at the Berlin Marathon. In this episode, Alissa discusses her winding running journey, choices she’s made to improve her running, and her ability to work through, and past, setbacks.</p> <p><br></p>

<p>Kyle Merber is a professional runner specializing in the mile and the race director of the Long Island Mile - one of the most unique track meets in the country. In this episode we talk about the how he created an elite event featuring some of the nations best runners (Emma Coburn, Molly Huddle, Emily Sisson, Cory McGee, Nikki Hiltz, Brenda Martinez, Emily Infeld, Ben Blankenship, Ben Flanagan, and many others) at a nondescript Long Island high school, connecting dedicated amateur runners to the professionals, and the elements of a track meet that can me made more fan friendly and exciting.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>

<p>Within three years of starting running Hannah Johnson has improved by leaps and bounds. From breaking the 30 minutes in the 5k to cranking out a 1:38 in the half marathon this fall. All the while, raising a one and three year old and teaching at the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. She even worked through a stress reaction during her first marathon and still finished in 8:30 pace. In this episode we talk about her low mileage training plans, learning how to think of herself as an athlete, and how she works around early morning training.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>

<p>In this episode Julie Sapper talks about something that affects us all - bouncing back from injury. We discuss all things about mindset, planning and execution that got Julie back on the road very quickly. In the spring Julie tore her meniscus as she was preparing for the Boston Marathon. Then, Julie hit the comeback trail in time for a Last Chance BQ marathon. Julie and her friend Lisa Reichmann have been operating their Run Farther and Faster program for years and have helped many runners go through similar situations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>

<p>People like Aly Groft was the reason &nbsp;the Rambling Runner Podcast was created. At the Erie Marathon last week Aly got her fourth consecutive Boston qualifying time. Thankfully, it was her first time getting far enough under the qualifying time to run the race. That’s right, she had three straight BQ’s but none fast enough to register. Her commitment and determination are matched only by her optimism. With four kids under the age of eight, and a job as a first grade teacher, Aly is surrounded by little ones begging for her attention. In this episode we talk about maintaining a positive mindset, achieving goals, working with kids while planning training around your own, and so much more.</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

<p>Aaron Truesdale has gone from a self-described “band geek“ to a sub elite marathoner in five short years. This amazing transformation needs to be heard to be believed. Even with his lightning fast speed, what really moves Aaron is the connection to others that he gets through running in his native San Diego.&nbsp; One of those connections is with his mother. When she was diagnosed breast cancer her goal was to run with her son - and that’s exactly what she did.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

<p>Whether it was as a Marine, Spartan Death Race finisher, or an ultra&nbsp;marathoner, Billy Richards is the personification of persistence. In 2019 he embarked on a new mission: Break the world record for most 100-mile races in a calendar year. The current record is 41 and Billy is well on his way. He‘s completed 25 which means he has 17 to go - with 17 weeks left in the year. If you love following David Goggins then you’ll really enjoy listening to Billy‘s story. &nbsp;You can learn more about him in the money he is raising at &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://diem.life/billy100">https://diem.life/billy100</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>

<p>Alison Wade is single-handedly improving the running community. Her Fast Women newsletter is a staple of any running fan’s weekly reading. In this episode we dive into &nbsp;Alison‘s running, coaching, and media history. All of these layers of contributed to the formation of a wonderful&nbsp;person who is doing amazing things. Here is a description of her work in her own words, “As a lifelong fan of women’s distance running, I’ve always wished that I could nerd out with more people over the latest news in the sport. Through this newsletter, I hope to find the existing running nerds, and help convert more of you. (Don’t worry, it’s a good thing, I promise!) When the runners in the pack learn about the runners up front, they can glean information they can apply to their own running, get a big dose of inspiration, and they often learn that they have more in common with the pros than they imagined.”</p> <p><br></p> <p>Newsletter: <a href="http://www.fast-women.org/">www.fast-women.org</a>. You can support Alison’s great work at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/fastwomen">https://www.patreon.com/fastwomen</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

<p>Roughly 3,300 days ago Sean Nakamura started running and he‘s still going strong. His 3,200+ day run streak is incredible, as is his transition from two miles a day to owner of one of the most brutal race schedules in the country. This year he will run the Great Eight (the original 100 mile races) plus UTMB, Tahoe 200, and the Big Backyard Ultra. Wow! In addition to this amazing string of races, Sean works full-time as the head of IT in a company where he has worked for 16 years. This guy has mastered the long term power of consistency and positivity. You can follow Sean’s journey at <a href="https://instagram.com/ultrarunnersd">www.instagram.com/ultrarunnersd</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>

<p>I absolutely loved this conversation with Liz Camy. Her running career at Cal St. Northridge was curtailed by persistent race anxiety. Those feelings continued after graduation before she was finally able to put them behind her and begin running marathons. She progressed from a 4:08 marathon to the cusp of an OTQ before the 2016 Olympic Trials. She clocked a 2:46 in the heat of Los Angeles, just missing her goals. She clawed her way back and claimed her OTQ at CIM in 2017 with a 2:43. She got there while raising two young children, working as an educator in elementary special education, and finishing her doctorate.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

<p>Katy Sherratt leads Back on My Feet as Chief Executive Officer. An award winning social innovation leader, Katy has been instrumental in increasing Back on My Feet’s programmatic impact by over 75% and introduced new and important measures to demonstrate the holistic impact of the program. Under her tenure, Back on My Feet has gone from early stage startup to sustainable organization and is now a leader in the homelessness services space nationwide. Funding has increased by over 50% thanks to the growth of existing, and cultivation of new, partnerships and fundraising streams and the geographic expansion of operations along the East and West coasts.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Katy has been recognized across multiple media and news outlets including by The Economist’s Philanthrocapitalism program as a leader in social innovation and cutting edge non-profit management. In 2016 she was also named among Women’s Running Magazine’s “Top 20 Gamechangers” and most recently a winner at the Philadelphia Social Innovation Awards.</p> <p><br></p> <p>“I’m honored to lead such a unique, dynamic and growing organization,” said Katy. “You don’t have to be a marathoner or even a 5K runner, to feel the power of what we do on the morning runs – the community we build for individuals experiencing homelessness is the critical missing link and the reason why we’ve had such huge success in enabling our members to transition out of homelessness and maintain that transition.”</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

<p>“I will run a marathon before I am 30.” With that drunken assertion, James Dunn eventually changed the course of his life. He transformed himself from 286 lbs. to completing one of the one of the toughest ultramarathons in the world, the Marathon des Sables (across the Sahara desert). Last year he was warded “Best Blogs 2018” - Running Awards for <a href="https://www.themorningcoffeerun.com">www.themorningcoffeerun.com</a>. James has completed six ultras, 20 &nbsp;marathons, and 20 half-marathons.&nbsp; This year, take on a different running adventure. Grab some of your closest friends, grab your running shoes, and take on the challenge and conquer something BIG together.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tim Rossi recently wrote a column for Tempo Journal about dealing with injuries that many people, including me, immediately connected with. Tim is works for Nike as a community manager and has built himself into an accomplished runner after deciding not to run for a college team. Along the way he experienced a myriad of injuries and PR’s, including a 2:31 in the marathon. In this we discuss the high and lows that come with injuries, the nature and characteristics of talent, and the running community he has helped build in the NYC area. You can read his column mentioned above at <a href="https://www.tempojournal.com">www.tempojournal.com</a>, follow him at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/timrossi">www.instagram.com/timrossi</a>, and his team at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lostboystrackclub">www.instagram.com/lostboystrackclub</a>.</p> <p><br></p>