Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

How Applied Kinesiology Can Heal You: Dr. Eugene Charles

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eugene Charles experienced a sports injury in his teens that ended any athletic dreams he had. No one was able to diagnose the reason for his shou...

How to Make Successful New Year's Resolutions with Dr. Michelle Cleere

01 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What happens between Jan.1st and Feb. 1st? Why do the best intentions fail to become effective habits? Performance psychologist, Dr. Michelle Cleere, ...

The Gift of Fitness: 2019 Success Stories for 3 RunnersConnect Members

25 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

2019 has almost ended and 2020 is all but upon us. This is a great time to appreciate the gift of fitness that has made such a difference in the lives...

Trauma, Yoga, Hope with Beth Shaw - RTTT 2019-12-18

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The holidays can bring joy and happiness, but depression, anger, and isolation can intensify at this time of year, as well. Beth Shaw helps open the d...

Build Your Best Circuit Training Plan with Felix and Michel

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Felix Grewe and Mike Diehl have put together a book that includes many ways to build a circuit training plan and adapt it as your training changes or ...

Injuries Suck! How to Rebound Faster and Better with Carrie Jackson Cheadle and Cindy Kuzma - RTTT 2019-12-04

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Recovering from Injuries: Body, Mind, and Spirit Are you currently injured? If not, lucky you! Injuries affect every athlete, from the elite Olympian ...

Strength Training From Body Weight Exercises to Major Lifting with Endurance Specialist Doctor Alex Harrison

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Strength Training From Body Weight Exercises to Major Lifting with Endurance Specialist Doctor Alex Harrison If you are only running every day, you ma...

Optimize Your Running with Integrated Periodization: Dr. James Hoffmann

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When done properly, periodization allows for creating calculated major goals, and measured improvement in short, mid, and long-term objectives. Today ...

Start With the Big Toe and Get Those Feet Involved: Jay Dicharry

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How much credit do you give to your feet for making you a better runner?  If you are like most of us, those feet get put into shoes and then you just...

Quest for Gold: Stephanie Bruce Looking Strong for US Marathon Team in Tokyo 2020

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie Bruce is one of the most popular American distance runners competing on the circuit. She has used her platform to build up women, inspire ot...

Zombies Halloween and Running The Lost Coast: Camille Picott

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Spooky zombies and running the Lost Coast It's almost Halloween and that means… Zombies… And what do you do when you come across a horde of zombie...

Quest for Gold: the Gwen Jorgensen Story

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Go, Gwen, Go: A Family's Journey to Olympic Gold Gwen Jorgensen won gold in the 2016 Rio Olympics, along with many other wins, and she is currently tr...

500 Pound Couch Potato Turns Marathoner and Ironman: Marcus Cook

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

From almost 500 pounds and a total couch potato to a living example of how extreme health improvements are possible, Marcus Cook talks to us about his...

Badwater 135 and Badass Course Records with Michelle Barton

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Barton, Ultra Runner and Co-Host of the Training For Ultra and Trail Runner Nation podcasts, joins us this week to talk about her experience ...

Chicago Marathon: Insider's Guide with Carey Pinlowski

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What makes The Chicago Marathon a special member of the World Marathon Series, and what makes the city that hosts it so special itself? In 2019 the Ch...

Instant Coaching with Artificial Intelligence: Racefox Co-founder Magnus Jonsson

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is it about runners and data? Do we love data because it's simply the most tangible evidence of our abilities? Is it just another way to extend o...

Michael Wardian - SF Marathon and World Marathon Challenge Winner

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The San Francisco Marathon is one of those bucket list races for most road runners. Running across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge is such a unique and ...

Miles to Go With Dean Karnazes: Running for the Soul

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dean Karnazes is considered a living legend to many of us runners. TIME magazine named him one of the "Top 100 Most Influential People in the World." ...

Love Running? A Different Take on Starting a Running Business with Jeff Gaudette, Founder of Runners Connect

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Gaudette Talks About Another Type of Running Business Last week we had guests Misa Dugally, Jeff Stokes, and Katie Ownbey talk about starting the...

Run with Stride. Start a Running Business with Misa, Katie, and Jeff

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How many of us love running so much that we would LOVE to quit our day jobs and start running for work and play? It's not simple and certainly not eas...

Mental Toughness and How It Can Improve Your Running with Dr. Michele Ufer

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Yes You Can! Leveraging his college experience organizing and leading expedition trips that helped people discover, and push past, what they thought w...

Running Across the USA - 7 Times with Bjorn Suneson

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's probably safe to say that most Americans have never driven across the United States. And even fewer have run across the country. So how is it tha...

Run Better: Coach Greg McMillan - Super Starch and More

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We've spent the last couple weeks learning more about the benefits of Generation UCAN and this week we have one more voice to champion the SuperStarch...

Superstarch Science How it Benefits Runners with Dr. Krista Austin - The UCAN Story Part 2

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A recent article in Seasons Magazine featured the incredible story of UCAN, a SuperStarch® for athletes that started from a life threatening illness ...

RTTT 2019-07-24 Shoba Murali, Wendy Feldman, and Meb Keflezighi - The UCAN Story

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

t's not often in sport that there is something that can fundamentally, and legally, improve training and performance. It's even rarer that a product t...

Best End of Summer/Early Fall Races with Mitchell Garner

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Summer's here and the time is right for racing in the streets.  Looking for some fun races for the end of summer or early fall?  Today's guest is Mi...

For a Sub 3 Hour Marathon Get Used To Being Uncomfortable: Lauren Curley

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After only running consistently for a couple of years, newly minted Doctor in Cognitive Science, Lauren Curley ran her first ever full marathon in a b...

Functional Yoga for Runners Take It Anywhere with Erin Taylor

03 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Erin Taylor believes that yoga can save your body from injury and understands the importance of this to runners. Yoga has changed her ability as an at...

Endure: Mind Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance with Alex Hutchinson

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Alex shares the science and the mysteries of endurance, a subject near and dear to all runners. From short sprints to ultra-marathons, endurance plays...

Triathlete of the Year with Katie Zaferes

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Zaferes - #1 Triathlete What does it take to be ranked the #1 International Triathlon Union triathlete in the world? In this episode we talk wit...

How Rowing Can Help Your Running with Caley Crawford

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You love running, right? Today's episode is about ROWING and how the two fit together. Today we get some advice from an expert on how to add something...

Can Yoga Make Us Better Runners with Lindsay Junk

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can doing yoga make us better runners? Yoga practice has been around for thousands of years yet, there are still questions about its benefits and usef...

Heel Strikers, Gait Analysis, What Has Changed? Matt Phillips Returns to Share the New Stuff

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode will give you new insight on improving your running performance and reducing injuries. Matt Phillips is a Running Injury & Performance sp...

How to Run Hills and Not be Intimidated with Coach Dylan Belles

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

HILLS! For many of us this word terrifies us because they're hard, they're uncomfortable, and we may not even know how to run them correctly. Up hill,...

Measuring Success As A Runner with Kate Pallardy

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Kate reached a do or die moment, her senior year of college, a moment where she either made a drastic change or let her spirit wither away. The 2 word...

7 Essential Stretches with Austin Martinez

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, Austin Martinez, Director of Education at StretchLab describes the 7 Essential Stretches for runners and why we need to includ...

Ultra Running and Zombies with Author Camille Picott

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What do zombies and ultra marathons have to do with each other? We find out in this week's episode where we talk with Undead Ultra book author and ult...

CBD / Cannabis; What Can It Do For Runners with Caleb Simpson

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hemp, marijuana, CBD, THC... How are they related and can they help runners? Are they even legal? Can CBD alleviate pain and inflammation? What is the...

Half Marathon American Record Holder and Olympian Ryan Hall - Run The Mile You're In

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Hall - Run The Mile You're In Olympic athlete and American record holder in the half marathon Ryan Hall hasn't always loved running. In his new b...

First Time at Boston Marathon with Scott Mattingly

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For many of us, the Boston Marathon is not just a Bucket List race, but a Bucket List goal altogether. While we're excited to see what the elite field...

Boston Marathon Hopefuls and HOKA Team NAZ Elite with Coach Ben Rosario

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Who will win at the Boston Marathon in 2019? Coach Ben Rosario offers a few thoughts on the overall field and his own contenders from the Hoka Team NA...

Best Shoes of 2019 with Derek Wun, A Runner's Mind Shoe Store

27 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We choose different running shoes for terrain, weather, price, ability, etc. In the second of this 2 part series we are talking with Derek Wun, runnin...

Best Shoes of 2019 Part 1 with Ross Martinson, Owner of Philadelphia Runner

20 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Shoes. As individual as… well, feet. In this episode's conversation, we discuss training and racing shoes for both road and trail, what the unique f...

Cutting Edge Power, Pace and Heart Rate Wearables with Tom Fowler, President Polar USA

13 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Fowler, president of Polar USA shares his thoughts on the future of wearables and how the data they provide will help the connected athlete improv...

Ketosis and Fat Burning Benefits for Runners with Doctors Art Zemach and Mark Cucuzzella

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Two medical doctors, who are also avid runners and personally advocate for the fat burning way of eating that creates ketosis, speak to host Stephanie...

5 Amazing Runners Including Meb Keflezighi Overcome Incredible Obstacles - Stories Shared by Bob Babbitt

27 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bob Babbitt highlights 5 outstanding athletes who have overcome horrifying disasters, danger, and difficulties to continue as runners and competitors....

Staying on Top of Your Running Game with Coach Peyton Hoyal

20 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Staying on Top of Your Running Game - It's a struggle to get there and, often, even more of a challenge to stay where you want to be with your runnin...

Grizzly Bears, Running Pain, and Science with Paul Ingraham

13 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Shin Splints. ITB Syndrome. Patellofemoral Syndrome. The dreaded Plantar Fasciitis…  With even the slightest of niggles, we often keep ourselves up...

Self-Healing - Hashimoto's, Autoimmune and Gut Health with Maria Aparis

06 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Having struggled with Hashimoto's disease, Maria Aparis embarked on a journey that led her to understand the connection between gut health, autoimmune...

The Women's Guide to Health: Run Walk Run, Eat Right, and Feel Better.r - Women's Guide To Health

30 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Ruth Parker and Dr. Carmen Patrick Mohan share their insight as primary care physicians to help athletes achieve their health and fitness goals. W...

How to Run Every Day for More Than 40 Years With Scott Ludwig

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Some of us are lucky if we are able to run 5 days a week. Others even more fortunate may have been able to put together a streak of months or maybe ev...

Run the Oakland Marathon for a BQ and a Run on the SF Bay Bridge With Lena Zentgraf

16 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode we interview Lena Zentgraf, assistant race director for the Oakland Run Fest. Held in March each year for the past 10 years the Oak...

Courage to Tri With Bethany Rutledge

09 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In 2019 our first episode was full of success stories and inspiration for our listening audience. However, we did not have a female perspective, so to...

Success in 2018 Hello 2019 with the Runners Connect Family

02 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Goodbye, 2018; Hello, 2019 As we enter into a New Year, we take time to reflect on some running success stories close to home, even if they're half a ...

Persistance Pays Off - How Brogan Austin became the surprise US Marathon Champion

26 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Unheralded runner Austin Brogan ran down Matt Llano in the final 200 meters of the 2018 US Marathon Championship. Hear how he clawed his way back over...

How to Ultilize the Run Walk Method for Smarter Training

19 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is often a stigma attached to the run walk method, but when used correctly it can be amazing for beginners and experienced runners alike. In tod...

Technology to prevent injuries

12 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Using data collected on running injuries from researchers around the world, Dr. Reed Ferber is on the cutting edge of what causes and can help prevent...

How to develop mental toughness and breakthrough barriers

05 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

How do you push through those inevitable thoughts during a race or tough workout that tell you to slow down or that "it's just too quick"? On today's ...

From the Sahara to the Artic: Training and planning for some of the most extreme ultramarathons in the world

28 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Holly Zimmermann, mother of 4 and ultramarathoner shares her experiences with training, planning, and gear for some of the most extreme ultramarathons...

Natural supplements to help your running

21 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we interview scientist and journalist Gretchen Lidicker about the research behind natural supplements such as magnesium, CBD oil, and ...

Thinking about a triathlon? The best tips for getting started.

14 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you considered trying a triathlon? Maybe you just started training for one and are now realizing it's more than just adding a swim and bike ride ...

An Inside look at Strava, the social network for runners

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Gainey - Social Media For Runners This week we hear from Mark Gainey, co-founder and Chairman of Strava, the social network for athletes. Founded...

Does a Low Carb, High Fat Diet Work for Runners?

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we chat with well-known and highly acclaimed scientist, doctor and author Professor Tim Noakes. We learn is a Low Carb, High Fat diet...

The training strategies of the 1st American female at the Chicago Marathon

24 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier this month, Sarah Crouch was the first American female finisher at the Chicago Marathon with a time of 2:32:37, which was also a PR, and 6th p...

Need some trail running inspiration?

17 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, here from Trail Running Film Festival, founder James Varner discusses how his films help inspire and motivate trail runners. Plus,...

Ironman World Championship 2018 with Brothers Kyle and Brent Pease

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pease Brothers - Creating Impact Beyond the Finish Line On October 13th, 2018, brothers Kyle and Brent Pease will compete in the grueling Ironman Worl...

Running With Mindfulness With Therapist William Pullen

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

William Pullen, is spreading the message that movement is medicine for mind, body and soul. He is the author of the book: Running with Mindfulness: D...

Run for Your Life - How and Why with Dr. Mark Cucuzzella:

26 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Mark Cucuzzella recently wrote Run for Your Life: How to Run, Walk, and Move Without Pain or Injury and Achieve a Sense of Well-Being and Joy.  ...

Plant-based Nutrition - Sub 3 Hour Marathon - Coach Claire Bartholic

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Claire Bartholic - The Planted Runner This week, we hear from 2:58 marathoner, multiple BQ-er, Masters Athlete and RunnersConnect Coach, Claire Bartho...

Club for All Runners: Road Runners Club of America with Jean Knaack

12 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

For regular runners to children, to elite competitors, RRCA is behind the scenes making running accessible to all of us at all stages of our running l...

No Such Thing as Too Much Distance with Allen Currano

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Allen Curanno ran his first 50k in 2010 and has since run several 50k's, the North Face 50-miler in Marin, the Miwok 100k, the Wasatch Front 100 mil...

Sally Edwards - The Courage to Finish Last

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Sally Edwards is a running pioneer who has carried the fitness torch since the early 70's.  The 70's was the beginning of her career as an exceptiona...

Going Vegan with Michael Matern

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Being Vegan isn't just a diet, it's a lifestyle. But is a vegan diet sufficient for athletes? Well, just ask Ultra-Marathoner Rich Roll, Marathoner Sc...

The Value of a Coach with Runner Dude Thad Mc Laurin

15 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Jordan. Phil Mickelson. Michael Phelps. Meb Keflezighi. Even the greatest athletes have coaches. Or rather, ESPECIALLY the greatest athletes h...

HIIT High Intensity Interval Training with Krista Stryker The 12-Minute Athlete

08 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Strength Training. We all could benefit from it. But who has time for it? What if you're still fairly new to fitness or running and don't want to inve...

Strength Training For Optimal Running with Jeff Gaudette

01 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of, if not THE, best way to improve your running AND prevent running injuries is by implementing strength training into your training program. But...

Qualifying for Boston A Closer Look with Coach Stephanie

25 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Stephanie expands on her marathon training method and how it has helped athletes qualify for Boston. This week focuses on 3 quality runs per wee...

Qualify for Boston Using Run Walk with Coach Stephanie

18 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode our host, Stephanie Kay Atwood, runs solo from across the border in Mexico with a tried and true training strategy for Boston Q...

Dr. Michelle Cleere Offers Brain Tools for Peak Performance

11 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to use your brain power to be a better runner! Psychologist, bestselling author, athlete and teacher, Dr. Michelle Cleere, works with high a...

Run and Race in the National Parks - Moab, Canyonlands, and Arches with Justin & Denise Ricks

04 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Justin and Denise Ricks of Mad Moose Events share the history, geology, topography and the incredible routes to run and race in their home area of Moa...

From 230 Pound Couch Potato to 1-18 Half Marathon with Simon Ong

27 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Ong talks about his past health issues and how he changed his life through running. He shares details of his training cycles, from workouts to n...

Race Recovery Nutrition with Dr. Art Zemach and Tailwind Nutrition

20 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever experienced gut issues during training or racing from a product that was supposed to help you feel better? We know that proper fueling d...

Boston Marathon - Making it to the Podium with Krista DuChene

13 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Krista DuChene was the 3rd place finisher in the 2018 Boston Marathon. She has run 15 marathons and her personal record of 2:28:32, set at Toronto in ...

The Great Bangladesh Global Run with Ultra Runner Arafat

06 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Great Bangladesh Global Run Day June 6, 2018 is Global Running Day. Run to the Top celebrates the global nature of running as we learn what it is ...

Runner's Knee: Interview with Dr. Cameron Dennis, PT, DPT

30 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard that running is going to mess up your knees or something to that effect? Dr. Cameron Dennis explains to us why that is simply not true....

Running Tips from RunnersConnect Coach Laura

23 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Laura McLean, from RunnersConnect, offers running tips for beginners and more experienced runners as they transition in their own running lives....

Boston Marathon 2018 with Julie Sapper and Lisa Reichmann

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Julie and Lisa describe the 2018 meteorologically challenging Boston Marathon as 'epic' as they share their unique strategies for handling the weather...

Great British Bake-off Takes on London Marathon with Jane Beedle

09 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A gardener, a baker, a marathon racer? Why not? Professional garden designer, amateur baker and finalist on the Great British Bake-Off, Jane Beedle gi...

Improve Your Marathon Nutrition with Jackie Dikos, RDN, CSSD, CLT

02 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jackie Dikos teaches us how to fuel and hydrate during training, taper and race day while explaining the importance of macronutrients...

What Makes You a "Real" Runner: Interview Jill Angie

25 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt that you weren't (or aren't) a 'Real Runner'? Maybe it was because of a perceived lack of speed, perceived body image or something ...

Plantar Fasciitis and IT Band Injuries with Dr. Brianne Showman Brown

18 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Let's face it: Nobody wants a seat on the injury bus. But sometimes we end up there anyway. It could start as a nagging niggle that progresses into a ...

Meet Boston Marathon Winner and Run Forever Author Amby Burfoot

11 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we speak with the winner of the 1968 Boston Marathon, Amby Burfoot. We learn about Amby's background, his experience winning the Bosto...

RTTT 2018-04-04 Bob Anderson - Runner's World

04 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Bob Anderson / Runner's World In this episode we speak with Bob Anderson. Bob is a native of Manhattan (Kansas), photographer, filmmaker and founder o...

Tony Post - Topo Athletic

28 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of research and empirical data (not to mention a certain book by a certain author about a certain indigenous people who run hundreds of miles se...

NYC Marathon, Dogs & Crohn's with Ali on the Run

21 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ali Feller Meet 3:51 marathoner, author of the Ali On The Run blog and host of the Ali On The Run Show podcast, freelance writer and editor, Ali Felle...

Sitting Kills Our Running with Dr. Sandy Baird

14 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Sandy Baird, DC - Preventing and Treating Marathon Injuries A graduate from LifeWest Chiropractic College, Dr. Sandy Baird is a certified Active RElea...

Hydration - How & Why with Vishal Patel

07 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's understood that we need to stay hydrated not only during physical activities, but in general. But how can we improve the efficiency with which ou...

Dr. Brett Hill, Barefoot and Minimalist Footwear

28 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

While admittedly not a super-athlete growing up, Dr. Brett Hill was naturally drawn to distance running and the mental determination it required. And ...

Balancing Work, Family & Training with Run Cover Model & Mother of 3 Dorothy Beal

21 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You could easily say that freelance writer, professional blogger, public speaker, coach, 3:11 Marathoner, wife and mother of three Dorothy Beal has a ...

Introducing the New Host of Run To The Top: Stephanie Kay Atwood

14 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we introduce, certified nutritionist, award winning speaker, best selling author, running coach, certified rafting guide, AND the new host o...