Running Rogue

Episode #200: Listener Stories & Questions with Jennifer and Jafar

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 200 is here! This is a big milestone for me as a podcaster, and I wanted this episode to be a love letter to you, the listener for supporting ...

Episode #199: Periodize Your Strength Training with Travis Goyeneche

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this prelude to the big episode #200, Chris and Jason Brooks chat with strength coach Travis Goyeneche to discuss his strength training principles ...

Episode #198: Size Inclusivity in the Running Community with Erin Osenbaugh

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we address an important topic brought to me by Erin Osenbaugh, a member of the Rogue Running community here in Austin. She raised the...

Episode #197: When to Press and When to Rest

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In last week's episode, Frank Shorter talked about following your instincts, knowing when to press and when to rest in training. BUT... that is easier...

Episode #196: Adapt Your Training during COVID Times with Frank Shorter and Ben Rosario

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I recap the Diamond Monaco meet from last Friday and then jump into a fascinating conversation with Frank Shorter and Ben Rosario on ...

Episode #195: Dealing with Doubts and Fears with Jason Brooks

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with an intro that includes a listener request as I approach episode #200, plus I talk about the just-announced London elite-...

Episode #194: Finding Run-Life Balance

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to a listener suggestion, I come to you this week with 8 tips on balancing run training and life. It can sometimes be hard to fit it all in tog...

Episode #193: Training and Vacation

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I answer the age-old question... what do I do about training while on vacation?!? And the beauty is... I come to you for this episode...

Episode #192: Rogue History and Recovery with the OOFOS Team

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, I welcome special guests Scott MacPherson and Darren Brown in a fun, meandering conversation. Both are former members of Rogue...

Episode #191: Finding Purpose during the Pandemic

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Track is back... major marathons are not. We start this episode with a recap of two mini track meets that happened this weekend in Utah and Oregon, in...

Episode #190: Seven Tips for Re-Building Your Fitness

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a weird time for many, and some of you may have gotten out of your running routine in the last several months for very valid reasons. You mi...

Episode #189: Be Relentless with Lisa Tamati

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I begin with a brief reaction to the cancellation of the NYC and Berlin Marathons and include a few additional tips on how to pivot f...

Episode #188: Eight Tips for Marathon Training in a Pandemic

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With episode 188, we appropriately bring you 8 tips for marathon training during the pandemic. How do you deal with the uncertainty of the fall racing...

Episode #187: Running as a Pathway to Truth

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

More or less every time I line up for a race or hard workout, there is fear that comes in those moments. I think about questions like... how much will...

Episode #186: Be an Ally with Dionn Schaffner

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we take a pause from running content to talk again about the very important discussions taking place in our country on racism. With t...

Episode #185: Good and Bad Fatigue, How to Assess and Manage Both

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with a discussion of the sadness, helplessness, and hopelessness I've felt during the last week after George Floyd's murder. ...

Episode #184: Monday Inspiration with Steph Bruce, Kellyn Taylor, and Aliphine Tuliamuk

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Last Friday, May 22, we hosted a Zoom call with the women of Hoka NAZ Elite - Stephanie Bruce, Kellyn Taylor, and Aliphine Tuliamuk. It's their first ...

Episode #183: Staying Motivated featuring Kara Goucher

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This short episode captures a conversation I had with Kara Goucher during the Rogue fall training kickoff a few weeks ago. In it, Kara provides an upd...

Episode #182: Running and Racism

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I tackle an uncomfortable conversation on running and racism with one of the Rogue Dallas run leaders Alex Williams. Alex is an amazi...

Episode #181: Navigating a Running Funk

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

New or veteran runner, we've all had those stretches of training that just felt harder than they should. For you, this might be one of those times as ...

Episode #180: Lessons from Base Training with Jason Brooks

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Last week, Jason Brooks and I recorded our final podcast training episode for the season with our base training group. In that episode, we recapped le...

Episode #179: Training Differences for Women

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As promised last week, I interview Ruth England and Jennifer Howard-Brown for this episode to discuss their upcoming half marathon training program by...

Episode #178: Maffetone Method Redux with Mallory Brooks

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to bring 3-time guest Mallory Brooks back to the show to discuss her experience training with the Maffetone Method. I originally had her ...

Episode #177: Lessons for the Future with James Dodds

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, James and I get reflective on the lessons we have learned from this time of quarantine and how these lessons might be carried in...

Episode #176: Running and NYC with Justin Smith

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I bring on one of our coaches in NYC to discuss the current situation in New York City. Justin has been coaching with us in Manhattan...

Episode #175: It's Time to Work Your Weaknesses

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our training plans have been thrown into chaos, which is certainly frustrating. But as my podcast partner Jenn said last week, it's time to turn this ...

Episode #174: Races and Life on Hold... Now What?

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Races are cancelled or postponed, and life is seemingly on hold or in limbo due to COVID-19. At Rogue, we've had to move to a completely virtual world...

Episode #173: Bouncing Back from a Bad Race

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with an intro discussing the Boston Marathon and the Coronavirus and then give my tribute to International Women's Day (which...

Episode #172: Marathon Trials Recap + Lessons Learned with Kara Goucher

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I review an epic weekend of action with special guest Kara Goucher who was also in Atlanta to see the Olympic Marathon Trials. We bre...

Episode #171: Olympic Marathon Trials Preview with Brad Hudson

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's all going down in Atlanta on Saturday starting at 12:08 EST for the men and 12:20 EST for the women. You can watch it all on NBC or NBC Sports Go...

Episode #170: The Mental Side of Injury

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode which was recorded live at Rogue, I interview Carrie Cheadle and CIndy Kuzma on their new book - Rebound: Train Your Mind to Bounce Ba...

Episode #169: Blood Chemistry and Performance

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with a recap of some blistering fast races this weekend at the Millrose Games, plus a few Oly Trials tune up races on the roa...

Episode #168: Recover like a Champion

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's easy to be swindled into thinking that recovery has to be complicated or that it has to be expensive. It doesn't. That doesn't make it easy, but ...

Episode #167: Coach Brad Hudson

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am excited to introduce Brad Hudson as a new member of the Rogue Running team. We start with current events, discussing Bekele vs. ...

Episode #166: 8 Common Training Mistakes

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with 10 minutes of current events discussing the implications of a big weekend of racing in San Diego, Phoenix, and Houston. ...

Episode #165: Predictions for 2020 + Injury Tips

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Chris starts with a little preview for the Houston half marathon this weekend (where US marathoners will be tuning up for the Trials)...

Episode #164: Listener Questions on Balance, Time Goals, Workouts, and More

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I answer a host of listener questions on topics from running/life balance to choosing the right marathon goal time to what workouts t...

Episode #163: The Case for Base [Building] with Jason Brooks

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this last episode of 2019, Jason and I focus on the topic of base building. We discuss why you might consider a dedicated block of training for it,...

Episode #162: Running and Resilience with Sasha Gollish

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I bring back Sasha Gollish to talk about her experience at the World Championships in Doha as well as to discuss her blog series on r...

Episode #161: Reflections on 2019 with James Dodds

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

James Dodds and I started the year with episode #107 - Healthy Tips for 2019. Now with this episode, we start to bring the year to a close with reflec...

Episode #160: Sub 4:00 Redux with Mary Margaret

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I bring back episode #83 guest Mary Margaret to discuss her quest for the elusive sub 4 marathon. She came on in July of 2018 to disc...

Episode #159: Long Term Planning

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode after a brief intro covering current events, I discuss how to think about long term planning for your running in 18-24 chunks of time,...

Episode #158: Coaching, Bodyweight, and Performance with Dena Evans

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In follow-up to episode #156 about Mary Cain, a listener (thank you Mimi!) connected me to distance coaching guru Dena Evans to discuss the topic furt...

Episode #157: Mileage Matters?

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

While I certainly believe in the importance of your running mileage (as discussed in episode #7 and many others), it is also importance to understand ...

Episode #156: Processing the Mary Cain Story

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For this week, I had to hit pause on my previously planned topic and spend time discussing the Mary Cain story, which you can learn about here: https...

Episode #155: Half Marathon Race Questions

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Many of you asked for me to dedicate more time to the nuances of the half marathon, so here is one episode along those lines! In this episode, I start...

Special Episode: 2019 NYC Marathon Preview Show

02 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

All of my NYC picks and predictions coming at you hot...

Episode #154: An Ode to Shalane, 10 Training Lessons from Her Career

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about celebrating Shalane Flanagan as she announced her retirement this past week. Shalane needs know introduction because her lis...

Episode #153: Running True-False, Part 2 with James Dodds

20 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 152 was a lightning rod for discussion as I received the most email ever within 24-hours of the episode as you all sounded off on shoes, Kipch...

Episode #152: Marathon Race Questions

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There is so much to cover in this episode! We start with an intro discussing all of the topics and fast running from the weekend including: - Nike dec...

Special Edition: Chicago Marathon Preview, Kipchoge's Next Sub 2 Attempt, and Worlds Recap

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With this episode Johanna Gretschel and I give you a final recap of the World Champs, preview and predict the Chicago Marathon, and discuss Kipchoge's...

Episode #151: Chicago and Toronto Race Planning

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with an intro discussing two topics: 1. My recent interview with Kara and Adam Goucher for the Clean Sport Collective Podcast...

Special Episode: World Championships Preview, Part 2

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Johanna Gretschel (@jojo_shea) and I are back to recap World Champs events so far as well as preview the final 6 events through this weekend (includin...

Episode #150: Mental Tips and Tricks for Race Day

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With this episode, I fly solo to bring you updates on current events and then some of my top tips for the mental side of race day execution. On curren...

Special Episode: World Championships Preview 2019, Part 1

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With this episode, Johanna Gretschel (@jojo_shea) and I get together to preview and predict the World Track Championships coming up from Friday, 9/27 ...

Episode #149: Running True-False with James Dodds

22 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we jump right in with my returning guest - James Dodds - and bring back a concept that we used in episode #37. Running True or False?...

Episode #148: The "What If's" of Training with Brent Stein

15 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the intro, we start with discussions of Woody Kincaid's top-5 US all-time 5K this past Tuesday on the Michael Johnson Track as well a new half mara...

Episode #147: Listener Questions, Round 6

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we start with recaps of the 5th Ave. Mile and the Diamond League Final in Brussels. We talk about Jenny Simpson getting another win a...

Episode #146: Labor Day Smorgasbord

02 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this Labor Day episode, Chris takes you through a host of recent news including: - His interview with Adam Goucher on clean sport + Adam's blog on ...

Episode #145: My First Ultramarathon

25 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we begin with a short Q&A with Valarie Neidig on her experience last year at Kara Goucher's Podium Retreat. As of the time of publish...

Episode #144: Staying Fit through Injury with Sasha Gollish

18 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we bring back elite runner and 2:32 marathoner Sasha Gollish (previously on episodes 118 and 131) to discuss her recent injuries (ank...

Episode #143: US Track & Field Champs Recap with Johanna Gretschel

11 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with an introduction on the recently announced NYC Marathon fields and discuss the impact that NYC might have on the US Marat...

Episode #142: Running from LA to NYC with Robbie Balenger and Jackie Howard

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode includes my live podcast discussion with Robbie Balenger (@robbiebalenger) and Jackie Howard (@veganathleteatx) that occurred in front of...

Episode #141: Adventures and Inspiration in Europe with Chris McClung and James Dodds

28 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As promised in this episode, we recap my trip to France to see the US win the Women's World Cup (semis and final), race a 40K in the French Alps, and ...

Special Episode: US Champs 2019 Preview Show

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As promised I am joined by Johanna Gretschel (@jojo_shea) to preview and predict all things USAs, which start tomorrow night on NBC Sports Gold. US ti...

Episode #140: Track and Film Dreams with Johnny Dutch and Evan Kidd

21 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we mix things up and bring on world class sprinter and 400m hurdler Johnny Dutch with filmmaker Evan Kidd. Evan produced and directed...

Episode #139: Choosing a Coach with James Dodds

14 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, fellow Rogue coach and prior podcast guest James Dodds is back on the podcast to discuss what characteristics you might look for in a...

Episode #138: Olympic Medals and Hill Training with Ryan Ponsonby

07 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With this episode, I welcome Ryan Posonby to the show. Ryan Ponsonby coached Leo Manzano to an Olympic Silver Medal in 2012 in London after working w...

Episode #137: Building a Training Plan with Jen Harney

30 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we go behind-the-scenes with Rogue coach and curriculum writer Jen Harney to talking about how to build a training plan. Many times o...

Episode #136: Missing Goals? Part 2 with James Dodds

23 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In follow-up to episode #132, James Dodds is back on the show to talk about 6 more reasons why runners miss their goals. This one gets a little bit mo...

Episode #135: Clean Sport Collective Podcast with Jenny Simpson

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Cross-posting from my new Clean Sport Collective Podcast with Kara Goucher and Shanna Burnette: In this 4th episode of the Clean Sport Collective po...

Episode #134: Believe in Your Body with Jessie Barnes and Peter Hogan

16 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we jump right into a discussion with 2 athletes that I coach in Austin - Jessie Barnes (@thejessiest) and Peter Hogan. Jessie was als...

Special Edition: Recap of 2019 NCAA Championships

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Johanna Gretschel (@jojo_shea) joins me for this full distance recap of the NCAA Championships this past weekend in Austin, TX. We talk about our top ...

Episode 133: Strength Training with Jason Fitzgerald

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with an intro that includes: - A quick recap of NCAA Champs in Austin, TX. - A recap of the 10K Road Champs for US women... s...

Episode #132: Missing Goals? Let's Talk about Why with James Dodds

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we start with a intro reaction to a listener email about the cost of recovery. Thanks Paul! Then, James and I turn to a discussion on...

Special Edition: Clean Sport Collective Podcast, Episode 1 with Travis Tygart

02 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to introduce the Clean Sport Collective podcast with this first episode. I am cross-posting it here, so that you can see what we are doin...

Episode #131: Performance Engineering with Sasha Gollish

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I bring back episode 118 Sasha Gollish (at her request) to talk about performance engineering. We talk about practical tips to improv...

Episode #130: First Marathons with Emily Sisson

26 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we jump straight to my interview with Emily Sisson. Emily just ran the 2nd fastest debut marathon ever by an American with her 2:23 i...

Episode #129: Smashing Limits with Charlie Engle and Michael Wardian

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with an anti-doping rant on the recently announced news that Eunice Kirwa, Olympic silver medalist from Rio, has been suspend...

Episode #128: Range with David Epstein

19 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the intro to this podcast, we talk about Galen Rupp's return to the Chicago Marathon after Achilles surgery as well as results from the USATF Dista...

Episode #127: A Leap of Faith with Chris Lear

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode begins with a short introduction including announcements about a live podcast recording at Rogue on May 17th with Michael Wardian and Cha...

Episode #126: Core Training Principles with Brent Stein

12 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this Mother's Day episode, I start with shout-outs to mom runners out there including Kara Goucher, Alysia Montano, Sara Hall, Steph Bruce, and Kel...

Episode #125: Running and Triathlon with Michael Lovato

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with a few announcements on where you can access Rogue training including in-person training in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and ...

Episode #124: To Be a Runner with Martin Dugard

05 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with reactions to the London Marathon results as Kipchoge confirms he is indeed the GOAT once again. Then, I give my perspect...

Special Edition: Inside the Austin Runners Club

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This special edition episode is focused primarily on the Austin Runners in the group. The Austin Runners Club is a strong central force in the Austin ...

Episode #123: Strong with Allie Kieffer

28 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, I chat with Allie Kieffer (@kiefferallie) in studio who is currently training in Austin. Allie needs no introduction as she has rec...

Special Edition: Boston Recap + 2019 London Marathon Preview

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this special edition episode, I bring on former Berlin preview guest Johanna (Jojo) Gretschel to recap Boston as well as preview and predict the ra...

Human Performance Project Mini Series, Bonus Q&A Episode #5 with Dr. Noah Moos and Jason Brooks

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this final episode in the mini-series, we answer your questions from the prior episodes including: - What happens if you wake up with a low HRV sco...

Episode #122: Running toward Self Transcendence with Sanjay Rawal

21 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I interview director Sanjay Rawal to discuss his recent documentary - 3100: Run and Become - on the Self Transcendence 3,100 Mile Rac...

Human Performance Project Mini Series, Episode #4 of 4 with Dr. Noah Moos and Jason Brooks

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we complete our mini-series on the Human Performance Project, discussing agile coaching and health care. We discuss how to listen to ...

Episode #121: Dreaming Big and Running Far with Katie Visco

14 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I jump straight into an interview with Katie Visco who has plans to run across Australia this summer. Katie is an ultra runner who 10...

Special Edition: Inside the BAA 5K + Getting to Know Justyn Knight

13 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our Boston Marathon weekend coverage continues with this special edition interview with Justyn Knight from the Reebok Boston Track Club. Justyn is a 2...

Special Edition: 2019 Boston Marathon Race Preview

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Live from Boston... I break it all down on how Marathon Monday will go down, including opening thoughts on how Boston racers might manage the potentia...

Human Performance Project Mini Series, Episode #3 of 4 with Matthew Centrowitz, Dr. Noah Moos, and Jason Brooks

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Human Performance Project mini-series, we are joined by very special guest and Olympic 1500m gold medalist Matthew Centrowitz (...

Episode #120: Chasing Boston with Molly Dykstra

07 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with a few current events, recapping the World Cross Country Championships and Emily Sisson's recent 10K (and Olympic Qualify...

Human Performance Project Mini Series, Episode #2 of 4 with Dr. Noah Moos and Jason Brooks

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our series on Human Performance with this second episode in the series about the Model of Degeneration or how things can go wrong in your ...

Episode #119: Run the Mile You're In with Ryan Hall

31 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Hall stopped by the Running Rogue podcast studio in February, and I am excited to release this interview with him on his new book: Run the Mile ...

Human Performance Project Mini Series, Episode #1 of 4 with Dr. Noah Moos and Jason Brooks

27 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to bring you this mid-week mini series over the next 4 weeks with prior show guests Dr. Noah Moos (episode 78) and Rogue Trail guru Jason...

Episode #118: The Float Pod Episode with Sasha Gollish

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I start with a few current event topics including results from the NYC Half Marathon and an update on the Olympic qualifying process ...

Episode #117: Sweat Science Smorgasbord with Alex Hutchinson

17 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we bring Alex Hutchinson back on the show to do a deep dive into a smorgasbord of his recent Sweat Science articles. We cover everyth...