Not Your Average Runner, A Running Podcast
Episodes
319. Fat Joy: A Power Source for Positive Change with Sophia Apostol
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you filled with rage as you recognize how your fat body is constantly being oppressed? Have you always been told you're both too much and not enou...
318. Treadmill Running Tips
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Opinions on running on the treadmill truly run the gamut. Some call it the "dreadmill," some will use it if there's no other option, and some only fee...
317. You Are a "Real Runner"
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're doubting yourself on your running journey, this episode is for you. This idea of not being a real runner stops too many people in their trac...
316. 5 Beginner's Mindset Tricks to Help You Become a Runner
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a fat runner who has coached thousands of women to start running, I've noticed one thing that predicts their success: a beginner's mindset. This mi...
315. Epic Solo Running Adventures with Coach Elle Dee
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Elle Dee from the Run Your Best Life program is here to talk about her solo running summer adventure in Alaska. Very little went exactly accordi...
314. When You Change Your Mind About a Goal with Jen Lamplough
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm here this week with the one and only Coach Jen Lamplough! Since declaring her goal of re-doing the Chicago Marathon when she turns 50, Jen has bee...
313. 8 Ways to Think Like a Runner
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are your thoughts on telling people you're a runner? What does it even mean to feel like a runner? What are 'real' runners thinking so they don't...
312. How Burnout Is Affecting Your Running with Charlotte Rooney
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm excited to introduce you to Charlotte Rooney, a leadership and anti-burnout coach. She is sharing her own experience of approaching running in the...
311. Fat Acceptance vs. Anti-Weight Loss
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where we've been raised to believe it's shameful, embarrassing, and downright bad to be fat, it can feel impossible to think about living o...
310. Body Image BS and Feeling Worthy with the NYAR Team
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the whole Not Your Average Runner team is here to talk about body image, body confidence, and all things body. If you're not familiar with ...
309. The Fat Runner Manifesto
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A huge part of my mission is to counteract misogyny, patriarchy, and anti-fat bias that exist in our entire society, especially in our fitness spaces....
308. Different Bodies Doing Amazing Things with Kelly Roberts
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kelly Roberts is the head coach and creator of the Badass Lady Gang. Her philosophy measures success by confidence gained, not pounds lost, and she's ...
307. Hot Weather Running Tips
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to run in all different weather conditions is super important because you can't guarantee the temperature on race day. If you want to get out...
306. Advocating for Bodies of All Sizes in All Sports with Laine Dubin
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Laine Dubin is a full-time college student, figure skater, and fashion content creator. She started a sustainable thrifting business on Instagram in 2...
305. Never Stress About Race Day Again
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're a brand new runner considering trying your first race or a seasoned runner who has completed dozens of them, race-day anxiety is extrem...
304. How to Stop Stressing About Your Running Pace
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling disappointed or discouraged because it seems like you're not getting any faster, and you interpret it as a lack of progress, listen ...
303. Running Slow AF with Martinus Evans
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this week is someone with a wealth of wisdom and experience to share with the running world. Martinus Evans, also known as 300 Pounds and Run...
302. Yoga for Every Body with Dianne Bondy
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yoga has become a practice that's seemingly reserved exclusively for the privileged few: wealthy, thin, young, flexible, white, and able-bodied. If yo...
BONUS: How to Start Running When You're Fat
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling with starting to run because you think your body size is holding you back? In this bonus episode you'll hear about a free class I'm...
301. What to Do When You Suck at Running
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I hear from runners all the time who say they're not real runners because they're slow, practice the run/walk method, or they believe they just aren't...
300. Surprising Lessons from 300 Episodes
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I started this podcast almost six years ago, I could not have predicted where the show would be today or how far we have come. And here we are, c...
299. Healing Disordered Eating and Exercising with Christine Chessman
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christine Chessman is an online strength and movement coach who helps women over 40 move more freely, feel strong, and take up space, and she's also t...
298. Running Facts You Need to Know
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt hopeless about your running? Does it feel like nothing is going your way? Do you wonder why you even bother when running feels this...
297. A 5K a Day for the Past 1562 Days with Sandra Mikulic
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My incredible guest this week is Sandra Mikulic. Sandra is a self-described 250-pound runner who has done a minimum of 5K a day of running or walking ...
296. Strength, Diet Culture, and Finding Your Strong with Christine Chessman
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I recently sat down with Christine Chessman of the Find Your Strong Podcast to talk about my favorite topic ever: running. For those of us in larger b...
295. Half Marathon Training for Beginners
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Spring is finally here which means it's officially half marathon training season! Whether it's your first half marathon or a comeback race after a lon...
294. Glorifying Obesity
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last summer, one of my Instagram reels went viral. It showed me running in different locations and I talked about how you don't need to lose weight to...
BONUS: The Three Mistakes Most Fat Runners Make
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I recently taught a class on the three mistakes most fat runners make, and it was so life-changing that I knew I had to share it here on the podcast. ...
293. Behind-the-Scenes with the Run Your Best Life Coaches
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm sitting down with my two favorite people, Coach Elle Dee and Coach Jen! The three of us make up what I call the dream team of coaches in the best ...
292. Why Motivation Is Bullshit and What You Should Do Instead
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The concept of motivation is constantly shoved down our throats especially on social media. We've been conditioned to believe that if we're not perfec...
291. Are You Too Fat to Run?
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Something I talk about extensively on this podcast and all over social media is how you can be a runner at any size. The trolls love chiming in about ...
290. Couch to 5K Program Review
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Now that spring is just around the corner, many of you are probably starting to think about 5K training. One very common way to approach your training...
289. What Fat Women Shouldn't Wear
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I click on lots of clothing ads from companies that make clothing for fat folks. It was no surprise then when one recently came up on my feed as I was...
288. Self-Care and Menopause with Elizabeth Sherman
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Menopause is an experience half of the world's population has, is, or will be going through, so why are we shying away from talking about it? Eliza...
287. Your Body Is Not the Problem, You Just Need the Right Bra with Renelle Braaten
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you, like me, are larger-breasted, you've probably been unsuccessful in finding a comfortable sports bra that helps you run or engage in any sport ...
286. Re-Run: What to Do if You're Not Making Progress
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're on the cusp of wanting to give up because you're frustrated that you're not making progress, you need to hear today's episode. You'll learn ...
285. How to Be Successful in Your First 30 Days of Running
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're brand new to running, welcome to the ultimate guide to your first 30 days as a runner! I'm sharing everything that will make your running ex...
284. Surprising Things About Running in Alaska with Kim Ryals
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last year, I had the deep pleasure of going to Alaska on a trip organized by the company Run Alaska Trails. We did a bunch of trail running, hiking, a...
283. 7 Secrets to Stay Committed to Your Long-Term Running Goals
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in this week as everyone's favorite coach Jen Lamplough and I share seven secrets that will help you stay committed to your long-term running g...
282. How to Feel Better About Coming in Last
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unless you're in some magical race where everyone runs side-by-side and crosses the line together holding hands and singing Kumbaya, someone's got to ...
281. Endurance Fueling with Bethany Shields
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week to discover everything you need to know about fueling for endurance. Not Your Average Runner ambassador and certified nutrition coac...
280. My 2023 Goal: 4 Parts and 4 Tools
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're nearing the end of the year which means many of us are starting to think about our goals for 2023 and what we would like to achieve. Join me thi...
279. 5 Easy Steps to Kickstart Your Fitness Routine
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for anyone who wants to start exercising, whether it's running or something else. If you used to exercise but stopped and want to star...
278. My Best Hack for Staying Consistent
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Think about the last time you had a run scheduled. Maybe it was first thing in the morning, the alarm goes off, and you think, "Oh, hell no. I'm tired...
277. How to Nail Your Running Form
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm sharing my head-to-toe overview of how to nail your running form so you can avoid those dreaded injuries and start seeing some amazing ...
276. 3 Powerful Takeaways from the Run Your Best Life Texas Retreat
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week to discover the jaw-dropping realizations that happened during the Run Your Best Life retreat. I'm sharing what it means to 'choose ...
275. 3 No-Bullshit Steps to Finish 2022 Like a Boss
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join me this week for some tough love on finishing 2022 strong so you don't have to survive the last six weeks of the year, but make it your b*tch. I'...
274. So You F*$@ed Up, Now What?
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I've been working with some clients recently on planning for their goals in 2023. But we can't have a conversation about goals without talking about f...
273. Running While Black with Alison Mariella Désir
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm so excited to introduce you to endurance athlete, activist, and mental-health advocate Alison Mariella Désir. When Alison was at rock ...
272. Are You Ready to Train for a Half Marathon?
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I share the brutal reality of training for a half marathon. You'll hear how to identify if you're ready to train, what to expect during the...
271. Coach Jen's BIG Announcement!
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Five years ago, Jen walked us through her first-ever marathon experience. Safe to say, she didn't love it. Well, she's back today because she's doing ...
270. How to Make the First Mile Easier
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're talking about the first mile of your run and how it feels like ass most of the time. Tune in to discover three reasons why the first ...
269. Running After Weight Loss Surgery
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're one of the dozens of people who have requested an episode on running after weight loss surgery, it's your lucky day. Some of my clients have...
268. Living in a "Less Than Perfect" Body with Shannon Hennig
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In a world that is highly fatphobic and skinny is seen as the epitome of health, fat people experience biases and stigma that not only feel terrible b...
267. How to Ask for What You Want When You're Fat
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I experienced something recently that got me thinking about how conditioned we are to blame ourselves when we don't fit someone else's expectations. I...
266. Three Must-Do Self-Care Tips for Runners
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join me this week to discover my top three must-do self-care tips so you can keep mentally and physically fit to run and enjoy it. You'll learn why se...
265. Body Image in Athletes with Jane Pilger
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If your lived experience of your body is one that's currently centered around rejecting, bypassing, or ignoring it, listen in. Food freedom and body t...
264. Pain: The Mind-Body Communication Worth Paying Attention to with Deb Malkin
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a runner with knees, hips, ankles, and a spine, listen in. My guest this week is Deb Malkin, a fat chronic pain coach and former massage the...
263. Live Your Dreams as the Person You Are Right Now with Slow Fat Triathlete Jayne Williams
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week for a conversation with the inspirational Jayne Williams. Jayne is walking us through writing her groundbreaking book, why she never...
262. Fueling Your Body Through Menopause with Elizabeth Sherman
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week to discover how to fuel your body through menopause. I'm joined by health coach for women in mid-life, Elizabeth Sherman, to discuss...
261. Break Up with Dieting for Good with Jen Madden
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I have badass anti-diet coach and my close personal friend, Jen Madden, here to show you how, if you want to lose weight and gain health, w...
260. Taking Autism and Running with It with Angela Lauria
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm chatting with my friend and book coach Angela Lauria. For years, Angela and I have talked about our weight-loss journeys, she identifie...
259. 100-Miler Training and Lessons Learned with Debby Hershberger
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I quiz one of our Run Your Best Life members, Debby Hershberger, on all things 100-miler training. She's sharing the planning and training ...
258. How to Stay Accountable to Your Training Plan
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever set yourself a big goal and then tanked halfway through working on it, tune in this week. I'm sharing why wanting to give up doesn't me...
257. The Half Marathon That Changed My Life
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week as I tell the story of the half marathon that changed my life. I'm sharing why signing up for a race is never going to provide enoug...
256. Re-Run: Self Defense for Runners with Carrie Mugridge and Jimmy Golden
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In light of the recent bullshit decision to overturn Roe v Wade, I think we could all really use a little empowerment in our lives. This week's episod...
255. Sierra Swofford's 100-Mile Ultra: How It Went
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you want some insight into the how-to of participating in a 100-mile Ultra, you're in the right place. Sierra Swofford is back for an update on how...
254. Why Running While Fat Won't Ruin Your Knees with Alex Ellis
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, mobility coach and wellness expert Alex Ellis takes me on a deep dive into knee pain, knee health, and maintaining knee strength and ...
253. How to Navigate Health Setbacks with Julie Anna Johnson
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why are you telling yourself you can't be a runner? Is it because you think you're "too old" or because you have too many health or injury-related iss...
252. Redefining Rest for Runners with Marissa McKool
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm joined by Marissa McKool, a former public health leader turned career and life coach who helps public health professionals change their...
251. Your Post-Divorce Comeback: 3 Reasons Running Helps with Sade Curry
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Sade Curry shares her insights on the three reasons running helps you come back even better and stronger after a divorce. She's offering ...
250. 7 Challenges Larger Runners Face and How to Get Past Them
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the biggest challenges you're facing as a larger-bodied runner, and how to get yourself up and running anyway. I'm sharing all of the physica...
249. What Consistent Exercise Really Looks Like
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What exactly does it mean to be a consistent exerciser? This week, I show you what consistent exercise really looks like and invite you to question ho...
248. 3 Simple Ways to Stay Motivated
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is almost here, and this is the time of year a lot of folks decide to start running or step up their training with a race in mind. So, this wee...
247. Showing Off Your Skin, Spandex, and Confidence with Style Coach Judith Gaton
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, my guest is the fabulous Judith Gaton, a style and life coach for curvy women who teaches them how to dress and love the body they're in ri...
246. How to Recover from Injury Without Losing Your Sh*t
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how to take some of the stress and frustration out of injury recovery. I'm sharing my three-step process for recovering in a way that is phys...
245. Why Running in Alaska Should Be On Your Bucket List with Kim Ryals
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join me this week as Kim Ryals, owner and founder of Run Alaska Trails, entices us with the running scene in Alaska. If you're anything like me, I kno...
244. 4 Steps to Creating Your Badassery Manifesto
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm teaching you how to create your own badassery manifesto. It's time to lean into your confidence, bask in your uniqueness, and get loud ...
243. Tired AF?
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week to figure out why you're tired AF and what you can do about it. I'm sharing how we berate ourselves into doing even more despite alr...
242. How to Get Up and Running
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week for all the details about Up and Running. I'm walking you through how we support you in getting started with it and feeling awesome ...
241. Representation, Diversity, and Being a Sexy Athlete with Any Body with Roz The Diva
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week to discover what really makes someone an athlete and Roz's inclusive approach to training her clients. We're discussing how Roz fell...
240. Body Image for Runners with Kara Loewentheil
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you love the race but hate the photos of yourself crossing the finish line, you're in the right place. This week, hear from master certified life c...
239. How to Process a DFL or DNF
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're talking about how to process a DNF, DFL or a DNS. For those of you who don't know, DNF stands for Did Not Finish. DFL means Dead Fuck...
238. Sierra Swofford's 100-Mile Ultra: Race Day Preparation
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week as Sierra walks us through the last steps of her 100-mile race preparation. She's been pushing herself for months in training, and n...
237. 5 Unexpected Things New Runners Need to Do
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm unpacking some of the things that stop people from really taking themselves and their running journey as far as they can go, and showin...
236. 5 Myths About Running While Fat (& Why Fat Isn't a Bad Word)
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in and buckle up because I've got some things on my mind and I need to share them. I'm discussing why I believe fat is the perfect neutral descri...
235. The 4 Basics of Exercise Fueling with Corinne Crabtree
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Corinne is talking us through her journey with starting to exercise, and what she's realized about the role of exercise when it comes to weight loss. ...
234. 6 Ways to Have Your Best Race Ever
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in this week as I offer 6 ways to have your best race ever! You'll discover everything you need to know about race day etiquette, getting your pr...
233. Are You a Real Runner? How to Stop Doubting Yourself
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One thought I hear all the time in my community is: "I'm not a real runner." You look at other runners and doubt your validity because you don't think...
232. Half Marathon Training for Beginners
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join me this week to find out if you're ready to start half marathon training! I'm walking you through my guidelines for how to know if you're ready t...
231. 8 Easy Ways to Think Like a Runner
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I'm speaking to all of you Rebels who don't consider yourselves real runners. Whether it's because you do run-walk intervals, aren't "fast ...
230. What to Do if You're Not Making Progress
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Discover what to do if you currently believe you're not making progress. I'm sharing how to reframe the whole idea of working towards a defined goal, ...
229. 4 Mistakes You're Making with Your Resolutions
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I have set 66 New Year's resolutions in my life, and I failed 64 of them. If you can relate, tune in this week to discover the four most common mistak...
228. The Power of Maybe
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Discover why I believe impossible goals are so worth chasing. They are the biggest growth opportunities you have, and while I know you might be swimmi...
227. How to Get Started Again After a Break 2.0
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the best way to get started running again after a break (it's way simpler than you might think). I'm sharing how to take the mental drama out...
226. Embracing Fear with Kim Strobel
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kim Strobel is giving us a masterclass on embracing fearlessness. She's letting us in on her experience of living with fear, the role of our thoughts ...
225. The Ultimate Runner's Gift Guide
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in this week for my ultimate runner's gift guide! I hope there's something on this list that catches your attention, and if you've been contemp...
224. How to Coach Yourself 2.0
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I give you the secret to the universe in the form of this coaching model. Using it will highlight exactly why you might be struggling in an...
223. Is 20 Seconds of Running Enough?
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When I teach beginners how to start running, I have them running for 15 to 30 seconds, followed by a minute of walking, repeated 10 times. And the fir...
222. How to Stop Feeling Obsessed with Food with Renae Saager
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Renae is sharing how she helps her clients heal and gain clarity on their thoughts about food and body acceptance. We're discussing what an...