Run Aligned a Chi Running Podcast.

10. Run with Confidence: Pelvic Health Tips for Runners

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Valarie Anderson, a local yoga teacher and pelvic health expert who also leads wellness sess...

09. How to Troubleshoot Common Running injuries the ChiRunning way.

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we're tackling a topic close to every runner's heart: overcoming those pesky running injuries the ChiRunning way. Keeping in line ...

08. The Domino Effect: How Learning ChiRunning Techniques Sparks New Skills

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Run Aligned podcast, we delve into the domino effect of learning new skills, particularly focusing on the journey of incorporat...

07. How To Use the Principles of ChiRunning When You’re Not Running: An interview with Katherine Dreyer

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Katherine Dreyer, co-founder of ChiLiving, joins us on the podcast today to explore how we can integrate the principles of ChiRunning into all aspects...

06. Catherine's Transformation Story: Overcoming Challenges with ChiRunning

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you run without the toes on your one foot? In this episode, we dive into Catherine's remarkable journey of transformation through ChiRunning. I...

05. Transform Your Run: Practical Steps, Real-Time Techniques, and the Art of Redefining Your Running Experience.

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stine on a run for real time ChiRunning implementations. We’ve gotten questions for the podcast - tune in as Stine answers listener questions. ...

04. Unlocking your running potential: listen to your body. An interview with Beth cline

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Beth is passionate about teaching the art of listening to your body. What we think, feel, and believe is all reflected in the messages our body sends ...

03. How ChiRunning teaches us focus and sustained attention in the age of TikTok and Reels.

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s topic aligns perfectly with the season theme of 'Redefine' as we explore today how focus reshapes our running experience. Did you know our a...

02. Behind the scenes of the Run Aligned Retreats and the Results it can get you.

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the last episode, I talked about the transformative power of ChiRunning, exploring how it's not just about the miles but really the mindful connect...

01. How ChiRunning Transforms Your Run: Redefining Success on the Journey

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the transformative world of ChiRunning in the inaugural episode of 'Run Aligned.' Stine, host and certified ChiRunning instructor explores h...

Welcome to the Run Aligned Podcast

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Run Aligned Podcast where I guide women runners of all paces and abilities to experience a true mind-body connection while running. I’...

128. Running Transformations: A Season Finale

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thank you for joining me on this incredible 128-episode journey. Today marks the end of Season 1, paving the way for exciting changes ahead. As I ment...

127. Mastering the Mind: Conquering Self-Doubt on Your Running Journey

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't let negative thoughts prevent you from reaching your running goals Self Doubt is often founded in fear: fear of measuring up to others, other r...

126. Inside Our ChiRunning Retreat: a perfect space for learning, grounding and growth.

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how our retreat can be your path to achieving pain-free, efficient running. Listen to real stories of participants who've transformed their ...

125. Power Up Your Core for Optimal Running

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another episode for your runner’s ‘tool belt’ to help you reduce your risk of injury and increase your joy of running physically and mentally. T...

124. How to get in the zone

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is on how to ‘Get in the Zone’ while you’re running. I wanna help you take the guesswork out of doing this. My goal is to help...

123. No Pain No Gain: No Thank You!

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a tendency in our society to value ‘no pain, no gain’ that we neglect to create a mind-body connection. Establishing a connection betwee...

122. Client Spotlight: From Stressed Runner to Happy Runner: Vanessa's story

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is special as it showcases the incredible transformation experienced by one of my clients through the unique tools and mindset shifts she...

121. Making Friends With Running

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode 121 of MRM - the podcast that helps you run with more joy. In today's episode, I share a guest talk I did in a coaching colleague’...

120. “Unlocking Consistency: Running 52 Weeks a Year”

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're delving into the powerful concept of keystone habits and how they can transform your running journey. Picture this: Running 52 ...

119. 'You Snooze You Lose … or do you?' - Living in the Gain, Not the Gap

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore a powerful mindset shift inspired by a snooze button dilemma that's applicable far beyond running. Discover the philosophy...

118: Running Isn't Therapy: Navigating Mental Health and Running with Sarah Strong

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're diving deep into the fusion of running and mental health therapy with a special guest, Sarah Strong. A mental health therapist ...

117. Running with Purpose: Setting Meaningful Goals Beyond the Finish Line

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, in our fourth Mindful Running episode, we explore the joy of setting meaningful running goals and the impact it can have on our journey. 🤔...

116. Taming the Inner Critic: Empowering Your Mindset for Positive Running

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Taming the Inner Critic: Empowering Your Mindset for Positive Running On the days you’re tempted to skip a workout, what motivates you to run anyway...

115. Running Form Unlocked: Optimizing Your Stride for a Joyful Run

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 2 of the series, Mindful Running and how to Cultivate Presence and Joy in Every Step, Stine goes over the principles of good form, tips for...

114. Unraveling the Past, Embracing the Present

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“It’s not the distance you must conquer in running. It’s yourself.” -Michael D’Aurelio How do you feel about your runs? If your answer is ...

113. Podcast Episode 102: Melody Bateman - The Art of 80/20 Running and Zone 2 Training

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we welcome back Melody Bateman, a runner, ultra runner, and run coach, who shares insights on zone 2 training and 80/20 running. Melo...

112. Nourishing Your Body and Mind for Optimal Running. An interview with nutrition coach Kellie Largay (Part 2)

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In part two of my interview with nutrition coach Kellie Largay, we continue our exploration of nutrition from a mindful perspective. Listen in as we d...

Bonus: Embrace the Power of Retreats: Elevate Your Running Journey

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special bonus episode of My Runner's Mind podcast, we dive into the extraordinary benefits of participating in a mindful running retreat. Join...

111. Nourishing Your Body and Mind for Optimal Running. An interview with nutrition coach Kellie Largay (Part 1)

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today and next week, I'll be sharing an interview I conducted with nutrition coach Kellie Largay. Many of you may recognize Kellie from the Running Al...

110. Enhance Your Runs - Elevating Performance with Playlists & Visualization

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Stine today as she talks about running playlists and visualization to elevate your running experience and performance. We’ll touch on the follo...

109. "Embracing the Long Run: Discovering Joy in the Journey"

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Description: Discover the transformative power of the long run as we explore its physiological benefits and uncover practical strategies to make each ...

108. 'Finding Harmony: Embracing Your Relationship with the Scale'

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we delve into the relatable journey of making peace with the scale. As women runners, we often have a complex relationship with our b...

107. Optimize your running form: Unlock efficiency and prevent injuries

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how understanding and implementing proper biomechanics can enhance your running enjoyment and minimize the risk of running injuries. Use thes...

106. Running Has Taught Me

18 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What has running taught you? What have you gained since become a runner. Today I share my personal gains which gave me the push to make some changes i...

105. Loving What Is

11 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk about weight gain. How do you deal with it? Does it mess with your mind? I spent many years cycling in and out of disappointment with mys...

104. What To Consider Before Signing Up For A Running Retreat

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m sharing an episode that aired last summer. It’s a conversation between myself and two retreat clients as we wrapped up a week-long runn...

103. Strengthen Your Trust Muscle

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How’s your trust in new things? I recently made the commitment to switch to 80/20 running which come without a timeline. This requires me to strengt...

102. Building a solid foundation - trust the process. An interview with run coach Melody Bateman

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Melody Bateman is a runner, an ultra runner and a run coach. A couple of years ago, I interviewed her for her ultra running story (episode 9) but toda...

101. Put The Fun In Your Runs - An Interview With Run Coach Lisa Pozzoni

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is an interview with a fellow woman runner. Lisa turned 50 a couple of years ago and we chat about this chapter of our life and what...

100. Breaking Barriers - 3 Skills That Have Changed The Trajectory Of My Running

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode I’m sharing the 3 skills that have truly helped me evolve my running practice.   Turning the mind into your biggest ally Feelin...

99. Running For Joy

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Right now you might use running as a punishment for food you’ve eaten. I was taught that exercise is necessary to burn off calories so I could eat m...

98. Practicing In Zone 2 - Training Update

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a training update on my experience of zone 2 running which I started earlier this month. I’m sharing to ‘normalize’ and to address the ...

97. Zone 2 Heart Rate Running

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m talking about my journey into heart rate training and the two main reasons for pursuing it: improved performance and better health. Switch...

96. How to stop negative self-talk: a Resource

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sharing about an upcoming resource that I’m putting the finishing touches on. **** Runners, Ditch the Negative Self-Talk is Live***** Us...

95. Youre Enough

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How would believing ‘I’m enough’ relieve internal pressure and help open you up to new possibilities? Today’s episode is a ‘reflection from ...

94. Sustaining Your Running Habit Beyond A Race

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I see so many runners wondering about what to do after they’ve run this long awaited race e.g., their first half marathon and then wonder what to do...

93. #showupsara an interview with Sara Barber

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On the episode today, I’m featuring another woman runner who turns 50 this year.  Sara Barber is part of my running community, Train for a Half Mar...

92. Running Aligned Body and Mind

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to run aligned body and mind? The more you practice building a clear communicaiton link between your mind and your body, the quicker...

91. Ambitious Goals: Part 2. An interview with Emily Faeth

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to part two of my conversation with Emily - who’s not your average runner. She’s got a big goal - The Mohican 100 miler this summer.  ...

90. Ambitious Goals: Part 1. An interview with Emily Faeth

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as I talk to Emily. She is not your average runner and I love to share her journey with you because I think one of the reasons she’s been ...

89. Does Running Have A Drinking Problem?

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How’s your relationship with alcohol? Do you enjoy it? You might be surprised to learn some of the negative physical side effects of alcohol especia...

88. Do you hate running but love the runner’s high?

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 “What we fight we strengthen. What we resist persists.”  Today we’re talking about how to let go of the dread surrounding our runs.  How...

87. Shine Your Light: an interview with Vera Ilnyckyj

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second interview with a fellow woman runner who turns 50 this year. Tune in as Vera and I chat about this chapter of our life and what it ...

86. How to Train for a Half Marathon

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“On a scale of 1 to 10, you're a 13.1!” (Unknown) In this episode, I’ll share how to train for a half marathon. I’ll share my own journey to m...

85. Desire vs. Guilt

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Desire or guilt - what motivates you to run? For the longest time, guilt was a constant companion of mine especially when it came to working out. It w...

84. Positivity With An Impact. An Interview with Holly Gould Conklin

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“Plant seeds of expectation in your mind; cultivate thoughts that anticipate achievement. Believe in yourself as being capable of overcoming all obs...

83. Dear Runner: Running is a gift, not a punishment for what you ate. An interview with Courtney Berling

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as I talk to Courtney from @eatwell.runbetter. She’s a registered dietician and a run coach. Courtney’s message to runners is ‘You don...

82. What Running at -40 Degrees F/ C Feels Like

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to run at really cold temperatures? Listen as Stine shares what it feels like to run at -40 degrees.  ...

81. Running and Knee Pain: A Form Focus

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“The truth is if you can improve your running technique so that there is minimal impact or undue stress to your knees, you’ll never have knee prob...

80. The Gratitude Mile

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“When we focus on our gratitude, the tide of disappointment goes out and the tide of love rushes in.” (Kristen Armstrong)   Learn to Love your Ru...

79. Making It Stick

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let me tell you a secret on how to make a new habit stick runner friend. It starts with who you’re being, not what you’re doing.  .  Link to sch...

78. Running Is Our Mirror

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Running is the greatest metaphor for life, because you get out of it what you put into it.” (Oprah Winfrey)   Are you stuck in the start - stop ...

77. Core Power: A Form Focus

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever considered the importance of engaging your core when you’re running? It’ll help your running form and it’ll ‘lighten’ the load...

76. Mental Endurance: Your Tolerance For Boring

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all look for that ‘thing’ that can give us bottomless motivation - but did you know that it’s really about tolerating when things get boring....

75. Running and The Holidays

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are the holidays a time of stress and anxiety for you runner friend?- stressful because you feel you lose control a little bit? Listen in as Stine sha...

74. Ditch the Distractions: Bodysensing a Form Focus

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you bodysense you’re tuned in to your run and are present in the run - it’s the most mindful thing you can do while running.  “The more yo...

73. When You Wonder If You’re Cut Out For Running

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as I share 4 situations where runners might wonder if they’re “cut out for running”.    “You have to want it, you have to plan for...

72. Lessons from Gratitude Hill - A Form Focus

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a form focus on how to run gradual hills. Listen in as I share 6 tips so you won’t dread your hill practice as much when you fo...

71. Raising Your Energy: The Morning Routine

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Take excellent care of the front end of your day, and the rest of your day will pretty much take care of itself. Own your morning. Elevate your lif...

70. When You Decide To Cancel A Race

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as I share about my recent decision to cancel my half marathon race, Crazy Horse 2022, and what thoughts came up for me. You might recognize...

69. In Memory of

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Has running helped you through a difficult time - the loss of a loved one. Today on my run I felt all my emotions in memory of my mom.

68. Blind Spots

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as I share the two blindspots I just became aware of as well as 5 blindspots I feel negatively impact our joy of running. My Runner’s Mi...

67. 6 Thoughts

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sharing 6 thoughts with you runner friend. Thoughts that I’m ultimately hoping will get you to think about you and your runner’s mind....

66. Ground Yourself (A Form Focus Episode)

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a form focus - focusing on your feet.   “Our feet are our body’s connection to the earth.” (Andrew Weil)   Get on the mai...

65. Ease and Flow

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lately, I’ve been connecting with the ease and flow of my running routine. And it feels so amazing.   “Running has become a means of experiencing...

64. You don’t know what you don’t know.: Posture

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode focuses on running form - we dive into posture and the two types of posture that will help improve your running. “Without good bod...

63. Observing Your Thoughts. Two Powerful Questions That Will Improve Your Running Experience

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“I couldn’t change my environment but I could change my perspective” (Deena Kastor) -  powerful.   Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.fa...

62. Inside My Runner’s Mind Retreat 2022

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a “live’ group interview with Boukje and Vanessa, two of my running clients who joined me for the first running retreat here ...

61. Running Retreat

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The very first of what I plan to be annually recurring My Runner’s Mind in person running retreats is happening this week. Listen in as I share some...

60. Confidence

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mahatma Gandhi said “A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks, he becomes.” Confidence is this inner assurance that we gain from t...

59. Your Runner’s Mind

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“It seems we all agree that training the body through exercise, diet, and relaxation is a good idea, but why don't we think about training our mind?...

58. Your Goal

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is your goal exciting you or are you dreading it?   Have you stopped setting goals for yourself because you might not reach them and the negative fee...

57. Your Why

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Activity without purpose is the drain of your life” (Tony Robbins). Today we’re talking about your ‘why’ for running and why it’s so impo...

56. Do the Deed

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing from episode 55, we talk about how to create a mind-body connection. Listen in as Stine gives you tangible activities to do to strengthen t...

55. Mind Body Connection

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Running Makes us Happy but Happiness Makes us Better Runners”. Listen in as I share why creating a mind body connection is so worthwhile for your...

54. Form, Distance, Speed

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Running does not cause injuries. It’s how you run that causes injuries.” (Danny Dreyer). Today I’m talking about running form as a way to sca...

53. I’m a Runner, Runners Run.

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Your outer runner creates limitations, your inner runner surpasses them.”  (Long Run Living). Today I share my running story and some mindset ti...

52. Drama About The Easy Run

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find it hard to practice easy running? To stay in zone 2 or low zone 3 for the majority of your runs? Do you get frustrated and impatient- havi...

51. Mental Health for Runners

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Life is a journey not a destination” (Ralph Waldo Emmerson). How to create better mental health.    Our runs and how we feel during the run and...

50. Feeding the Mind Right with Andrea

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea has been a member of my facebook group, Train for a Half Marathon - for about a year now. I’ve always been drawn to her posts because in her ...

49. Accountability

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Accountability is what makes or breaks a run. But how does it leave you feeling? Are you inspired and excited? Or do you feel dread and pressure? Most...

48. Achieving Your Big Running Goal

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a race recap. Over the weekend, I ran the Big Sur International Marathon - my first marathon - which is a race on many runners’...

47. The Making of a Runner with Vanessa Kustec

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the interview, Vanessa shares her journey of becoming a runner and in the process gaining a much deeper body-mind connection. Maybe you’re findin...

46. Caught in Self Blame

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I wanna bring up a topic I think a lot of you can relate to. It’s a doozy for sure because it has the potential to make or break a run. I’m ...

45. Tolerance for Tough Runs

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re talking about mental endurance - what’s your tolerance for when the going gets tough?   Yoga for the spine: Yoga for the spine    R...

44. Running and Feelings

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I wanted to share with you how I’m dealing with an emotionally tough time right now with you while still keeping my eyes on the big prize - my upcom...

43. Behind the Scenes of Marathon Training

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you thinking about training for a marathon? Today I wanna pull the curtains back on what it looks like when you train for a marathon, 26.2 miles, ...

42. Imposter Syndrome

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today talking about Imposter syndrome - and especially in relation to the feeling that ‘running has taken over your life’.    Runner’s Mind Co...

41. ‘Bad’ Runs

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Instead of labeling your run as ‘bad’ listen to these 8 reasons to explain why your run might have felt off:   Runner’s Mind Coaching Program: ...