Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running
Episodes
Building Community For Larger-Bodied Runners
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Martinus Evans' doctor told him that he needed to lose weight, but also that he couldn't run. Martinus felt otherwise. He said he was going to start t...
The biggest running mistakes from our expert coaching team
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It takes a lot of hard work and talent to become a professional runner or coach but even the best of us make mistakes. In this episode, our expert tea...
Running With Creative Endurance
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling the burnout from your runs? Ready to harness effective strategies for enduring creativity and commitment to your running? Lately, I'...
Running on a Budget: 5 Ways to Save
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With budgets tight around the holidays, Coach Michael shares 5 of his best tips to help you save on your running. You'll learn how to… Make your ...
Separating fact from fiction in the nutritional supplement space
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nutritional supplementation can play an important role in any runner's lifestyle, but it's oftentimes hard to separate fact from fiction when determin...
RC Spotlight - Smashing age barriers with Kumar Rao
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special edition of the Run to the Top podcast where we're turning the tables and hearing from athletes like you who are accomplishing inc...
Unveiling Truth In Running Nutrition: The examine.com story
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Without a doubt, in some ways, it's getting increasingly difficult to separate fact from fiction in the health, nutrition, and supplementation spaces....
The plan between the plan: Answering the question of what the heck to do after your goal race is completed
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you just finished a goal race you might be thinking what the heck do I do now? Well, let's talk about the plan between the plan. In a previous epis...
Avoid Injury with Active Isolated Flexibility: An Interview with Phil Wharton
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the more controversial topics in running (other than the debate over footwear choices) is the importance of flexibility. Coaches, experts, and ...
How to be faster and healthier as a female runner
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Running is very inclusive and just about anybody can participate with not much more than a decent pair of running shoes. This doesn't mean that we all...
The Why and How to Increase Your Mileage Safely
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For many runners, increasing their mileage is a goal that's difficult to do when gearing up for a race due to the need to focus on workouts and all th...
5 Ways to Maximize Your Training Between Races
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don't let your hard earned fitness go to waste! Coach Michael gives you 5 ways to approach your training between races so you start your next training...
Macros for Runners: Everything you need to know
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The importance of proper nutrition during intense periods of training can't be overlooked. While most runners spend most of their time focusing on t...
How to make solo runs more fun
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Runners are often divided on whether they prefer the solitude of running alone or the sense of community that comes with running in a group. Whatever ...
From Race Announcer to Cancer Survivor: Inspiring Fitness and Fulfilling Dreams - A Conversation with Fitz Koehler
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this episode as we delve into the remarkable journey of Fitz Koehler, a renowned race announcer for iconic events like the Los Angeles Mara...
Underrated or Overrated: Recovery Strategies
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nailing your workouts and getting consistent mileage is key to improving as a runner, but in order to absorb this training and avoid injury you need t...
How To Be A Resilient Runner
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Run To The Top Podcast we are talking with Andrejs Birjukovs, a certified coach and multisport athlete whose latest book, "The ...
Becoming a Master Runner: Secrets to Getting Faster with Age
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While conventional wisdom suggests runners may peak as early as in their 20s, many amateur and elite runners alike are running their best well into th...
The Story of the Greatest Marathon in Olympic History and the Women Who Made It Happen
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Long Run To Glory" chronicles the remarkable morning of August 5, 1984, when four legendary marathoners, Joan Benoit, Grete Waitz, Ingrid Kristiansen...
How Simple Challenges Improve Athlete Training
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Running can be an isolating sport. It can also be a sport where we just barely get by with what we are doing. In an effort to bring our athletes tog...
Eating When Rehabbing from an Injury
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How should your diet change when injured? Do you eat less to offset training less? Do you eat more to give your body extra nutrients to aid in the rec...
Overcoming the post-race blues
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fall racing season is an exciting time for runners but if you've been training hard for a race, it can be tough to regain your motivation and exci...
Unlocking Your Running Potential Through Metabolic Profiling
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Run To The Top, MetPro Founder and Transformation Specialist Angelo Poli returns to talk about: the importance of metabolic profil...
Underrated or Overrated: Racing Edition
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Runners can get pretty competitive when it comes to race day, so it's no surprise that many runners also tend to have strong opinions about what helps...
Exploring the Latest Research in Fueling Strategies for Endurance Athletes
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's always a lot of interesting research being done in the field of exercise physiology. Here to translate some of the takeaways from the lates...
How to run a personal best at any distance
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Racing season is here and if you've been training hard for your next goal race in the fall, it's time to focus on translating that fitness into race d...
How To Run Into Your 80s and 90s
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the universal interests of this audience, of course, is how we can stay injury-free longer, recover faster and stronger if and when we do get i...
How to find your perfect shoe for race day
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past few years we've seen massive changes in shoe technology with the growth of carbon-plated "supershoes" designed specifically to make you ...
Handling Anxiety on Race Day
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking with Dr. Simon Marshall, one of the leading experts when it comes psychology of exercise, about how to manage the anxiety and psyc...
How to qualify for the Boston Marathon
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fall racing season is fast approaching but September is also the deadline to register for the Boston Marathon, so on today's show we're covering e...
How to Use Visualization for Better Racing
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're already pushing your physical training boundaries, it's possible that adding visualization to your regimen can help you squeeze out that ext...
The best workouts to crush your training goals
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nailing your workouts is key to a successful training block but it can be hard to know which workouts are most effective for your specific running goa...
Is this the "optimal" diet and supplement strategy for runners?
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is there an optimal diet for runners? Are certain supplements more appropriate and effective for runners than others out there on the market? These ...
Preventing injuries before they happen
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a runner, chances are you've dealt with some form of running injury or know somebody who has. Whether you have specific training goals or ...
Overcoming Lack of Motivation in Training: With Mackenzie Havey
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While we all start each training cycle rearing to go and extremely motivated for whatever training and life throws our way, the reality is we will all...
Myth-busting commonly held running beliefs
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's not uncommon to hear conflicting information when it comes to training, nutrition, shoes and more. There's often a lot of misleading claims and...
Fixing Runner's Knee: Everything You Need To Know
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common setbacks in the running sphere is the onset of runner's knee. Perhaps, it's affected you at various points in the past, you're ...
You went to a running camp!? What the heck is that??
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard about our in-person running retreats, but can't fit the travel, time off or budget to make it happen? Have been curious about going, bu...
Metabolic Efficiency Training: Is it the secret to burning fat as a fuel source more efficiently
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been a RunnersConnect fan for long enough, you know one of the main principles we believe in when it comes to marathon training is improving...
Underrated vs Overrated: Nutrition Edition | Part 2
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, our coaches Andie and Michael walked us through how runners should be thinking about using protein supplements and which of some commonly t...
Becoming A Sustainable Runner
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Improving your mind, your body, and the impact your have on the running community and the greater environment around you - these are the topics of con...
Underrated vs Overrated: Nutrition Edition | Part 1
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to running performance, there are way too many variables to count and this can lead to some pretty strong opinions about what strategies...
Training modifications to reduce injury
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that injuries are the biggest impediment to our continued progression and improvement. The longer you can get in uninterrupted training, t...
Small changes that have a big impact on your running performance
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of information out there about how to improve your running performance, but it can be overwhelming trying to figure out what to trust an...
Losing Weight While Running Fast: Interview with Nancy Clark
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Running and weight loss are two terms that always seem to go hand-in-hand. Almost everyone that wants to lose weight thinks they need to start running...
How to handle training and racing in heat and humidity
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How to handle training and racing in heat and humidity! Something a lot of our athletes are talking about now, is the role heat and humidity plays i...
The Groundbreaking Science of Women Athletes
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sports and health journalist Christine Yu joins the podcast to shed light on the need for inclusive research and guidelines in sports and exercise sci...
Splitting Your Long Run, Marathon Strength Work, Heart Rate Zones in the Heat and More Listener Questions Answered
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're back with more listener questions, but this time we're switching up the format and introducing one of the newest members of our team, Cory...
Digging into the research on caffeine, beet roots and tart cherry juice
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know which supplements are actually improving your performance on race day and which aren't? Well, you dig into the research. And, since ...
Inside Elite Training: Dealing with Setbacks
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A few months ago we shared a peek inside a week of training of an elite runner, our very own coach Alex Ostberg. Based on your feedback, you really en...
A Masterclass on Running Form
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should runners be practicing their form? Running is one of the few sports that we typically spend all our time training but not practicing. But runn...
4 Reasons Your Training Plan Will Fail (and what to do about it)
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year again when most runners are starting the real meat of their training plan. The summer has started, you've had your few weeks of...
Unleashing Your Potential: The Power of Warming Up Before Every Run
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I know I am often guilty of not wanting to warm-up like I know I should. Sometimes it feels like "just another thing" I need to do, especially when ev...
Can AI write you a better training plan?
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chat GPT been hailed as a game-changer for many industries, but what about for your running training? In this week's Coach Chat episode, Coach Michael...
How To Get The Most From Your GPS Running Watch
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
GPS watches are an essential tool in the toolkit of runners everywhere. But have you ever stopped to consider whether you understand the ins and ou...
Summer Training Question and Answer
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Now that memorial day is behind us, it's time to kick summer training into full gear! Most normal people think of the beach, bbqs and pools when they ...
Could you have pushed harder during your last race?
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How many times have you finished a race and thought "I could have pushed harder"? If you're anything like me, then this likely happens to you quite of...
6 Reasons Running is So Much Harder When You Start as an Adult
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What age were you when you first started running? I'm guessing you were over 18 - and likely over 30, 40 or even 50. And unfortunately, as you may hav...
How to Identify and Fix the Most Common Reason for Running Injuries
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a runner that has suffered from hip-related injuries, weakness, or mobility issues? Do you suspect it's having a negative impact on your train...
Why you need a hand-written log and not just Strava
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot to be said about the benefits of quick and easy online logs like strava, but is it possible you're missing out by not keeping a hand-wri...
Setting Realistic Goals
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Setting realistic goals is perhaps one of the most important pieces of starting out your training on the right foot and one of the most common reasons...
How to Recover and Train Between Races
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the main portion of the spring racing season completed, many of you are likely pondering what you should do next. So, today our current and past ...
Macronutrients: What is the Optimal Ratio and Why They are Critical to Your Performance
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're lucky enough to have our very own Coach Jeff on the show to talk about the importance of macronutrients and how ensuring you have the righ...
Inaccuracies with GPS Watches: How to best use the data to optimize your training
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much should you trust your GPS watch? In this week's coaches chat, coaches Michael and Andy dig into GPS watches and cover some of the most comm...
Understanding and Fixing Common Running Form Issues with Jay Dicharry
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of RunnersConnect, we explore various ways to improve running form and prevent injuries. Our expert guest, Jay Dicharry, shares insi...
Overtraining Vs Being Tired: Measurable Ways to Tell the Difference
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the fatigue you're feeling overtraining or just the normal fatigue we should all expect when training hard? It's a question that will drive runners...
Lessons From The Fastest Runners On Earth
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can the average athlete relate to some of the best runners in the world? What insights can be gained? And in what ways are we more similar than di...
When You Can Run Through an Injury, Is Running Bad for Your Knees and More Listener Questions
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Coach Jeff Gaudette is going to be answering listener questions we've received over the last few weeks from our fans just like you...
How to Overcome Negative Thoughts in Training and Racing
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of RunnersConnect, sport psychologist Dr. Stan Beecham explains how our own thinking can often get in the way of our ability to perfor...
3 Surprising Ways Training for a Half Marathon Can Improve Your Overall Running Fitness (and specific workouts to help you crush it)
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The half marathon is one of the most underrated distances you can train for and race. Not only is it a good stepping stone in volume for newer runne...
How to Break the Injury Cycle
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you currently in an injury cycle you can't seem to break out of? Well, so is Dean Schmidt and on today's training plan rescue we're going to tak...
How to Taper and Determine Race Pace for Optimal Performance
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for the big spring races like the Boston and London Marathons? In this podcast episode, we dive into two key factors for your race day...
Your Tapering Questions Answered
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tapering is one of the most difficult mental challenges we face as runners when targeting a big goal race. We've put in weeks and months of hard train...
A Peek Inside The Training and Mindset of a 13:30 5k Runner
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wanted to peek inside the training and the mind of an elite runner? What does their training look like? Do they have the same ups and do...
How To Increase Your Mobility To Improve Your Running
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you thought about what the long game looks like for your running? You know, like what you can do right now in order to log enjoyable miles and ev...
Super Shoes: Can They Help You Run Faster or Are They Just for Elites?
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've paid any attention to elite racing times or even had conversations with anyone in your running group, then you know all about "Super Shoes"....
Information Overload, Optimal Training Paces & How to Know When You Can Handle More Training: Training Plan Rescue
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of content for new runners just getting started and of course a ton of books, videos, etc for experienced runners trying to break throug...
How do Antibiotics Affect Running Performance?
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Antibiotics. We've all likely taken them at some point to fight off a lingering sickness or to help control more serious infections like strep throat,...
How Runners Can Sleep Better And Recover Faster
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you getting high-quality sleep on a nightly basis? If you're one of the 67% of Americans that report frequent sleep issues, perhaps, you're not bu...
Learn How to Target Your Weaknesses by Training the Right Muscle Fiber Types
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder why some runners are better at shorter distances while others are far more suited to longer distances? Well, a lot of this ...
Your Fueling Questions Answered
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learning how to properly fuel before and after your runs can be a tricky piece of the running puzzle to figure out since there's no one correct answ...
5 Lessons Learned from our 2023 Winter Running Retreat
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While you might not have been able to join is in-person for our first in-person retreat of 2023, Coach Andie and Coach Michael talk in-depth about s...
Fascinating Training Lessons From Ethiopian Marathon Runners
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why does it make sense to Ethiopian runners to get up at 3am to run up and down a hill? Who would choose to train on almost impossibly steep and roc...
Why You Don't Need to Train Faster to Run Faster
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most difficult concepts to master as a runner is that you don't need to be running faster, longer or harder every time out to improve. In...
Helping a 65-Year Old "Right the Ship" After a Bad Marathon
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you train "harder than ever" for your last race and still come up short? Are you a masters runner who feels like your times are going in the wrong...
How to Step Up Your Training with the Correct Periodization
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Periodization is one of the most important training concepts that helps runners break through plateaus. Once you stop training race-to-race an...
How Gwen Jorgensen became an Olympic Gold Medal Triathlete
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been curious about hearing from the families of Olympic-level endurance athletes? Perhaps, you've been curious about the roles they pl...
9 Ways to Mentally Master the Last 10k of Your Marathon!
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The marathon isn't just a physical beast, it's also a mental battle against yourself. A lot of races can be lost in the last 10k simply beca...
From Couch Potato To Endurance Athlete At Age 48
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For those who have ever thought they were too old or too unfit to compete in endurance sports, listen to this conversation with Hilary Topper. Growi...
An Inside Look at What RunnersConnect Athletes are Struggling With Now
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's coach chat podcast episode, we're going to hear from RunnersConnect head coach Michael Hammond about the common struggles our athletes are ...
How to Develop Mental Toughness for Training and Racing
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's the beginning of February and that means most of us are in the midst of our training for spring races. With races still a few months away, and th...
The Biggest Mistake You're Making With Your Strength Training
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Not including proper progression in your strength routines is one of the biggest reasons you may still be getting injured despite performing injury pr...
Can metabolic profiling help you reach your running goals?
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angelo Poli is a Transformation Specialist and the creator of the MetPro system, an advanced methodology that analyzes a person's specific response to...
How Does Alcohol Affect Your Running?
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us enjoy nothing more than a cold beer on a hot day or a strong drink after a long work shift. However, what impact, if any, does this have ...
What's behind this 33 year old runner's training woes?
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nick ran cross country in high school, setting a 5k PR of 17:49 way back in 2005. But in 2012 he developed a severe case of achilles tendonitis which ...
How much faster can you get in a year?
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a goal time you've been eyeing but aren't sure if and when it will be attainable? Or are you fairly new to running and wondering what to e...
Secrets to Winter Running Unlocked
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's no doubt that winter running can be some of the most difficult months of training, especially if you have a big race coming up in April or May...
Are You Focusing on the Wrong Metrics?
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our coach chat this week and our first podcast of the new year. As we all try to get our 2023 started off on the right track, one of the fi...
What You Should Do During Workout Rest Intervals
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to executing workouts, understanding aspects like pace, distance, and duration might already be at the top of your mind. But how much th...
Are Exogenous Ketones The Next Big Thing In Running Nutrition?
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are your thoughts on exogenous ketones? Are you familiar? Are you wondering what they have to do with running? Well, in this episode you are in f...