Angie and Kevin Brown are here to help real life runners to improve their running and their life through conversations about training, mindset, nutrition, health and wellness, family, and all the crazy things that life throws at us. The lessons that we learn from running can carry over into all aspects of our life, and we are here to explore those connections through current research, our experiences, and stories from real people out on the roads and trails, so that you can become a physical ...
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3 Books is a completely insane and totally epic 22-year-long quest to uncover and discuss the 1000 most formative books in the world. Each chapter discusses the 3 most formative books of one of the world's most inspiring people. Sample guests include: Brené Brown, David Sedaris, Malcolm Gladwell, Roxane Gay, Cheryl Strayed, Rich Roll, Soyoung the Variety Store Owner, Derek the Hype Man, Kevin the Bookseller, Shirley The Nurse, Vishwas the Uber Driver, Angie Thomas, David Mitchell, Surgeon Ge ...
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373: An Unknown Secret To Your Running Success
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In episode 373 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we delve into the concept of Mudita—sympathetic joy—and its significance in sports and personal life, emphasizing the importance of genuine joy for others' successes. This episode also highlights key takeaways from Olympic events and commercials, pointing out how these lessons can make us better runn…
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Chapter 139: Lewis Mallard valorizes visionary vandalism
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I was at a coffee shop on College Street when the barista Tony yelled “Hey! There’s that duck!” I turned and, sure enough, out the front window was a… duck. A giant pixelated-looking green-headed Mallard set atop a rubber-tire-sized body on top of orange-stockinged legs and a pair of orange Converse. And he was just … walking by. Like some kind of …
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372: Put Yourself In A Position to Succeed: Takeaways From The Paris Olympics
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In episode 372 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we dive into our favorite stories and lessons from the recent Olympics. We discuss inspiring performances from various athletes, particularly in running events, and what runners of all levels can learn from these elite competitors. The conversation spans topics such as overcoming challenges, the impo…
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Page 143: A book to help you feel grateful for where you live
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Pages are 333-second or less highlights from Chapters of 3 Books. They are released at 3:33am between Chapters. Page 143 comes from Chapter 14 with Rich Gibbons, President of Speak Inc. Listen to the full chapter: https://www.3books.co/chapters/14 Get the 3 Books email: http://www.3books.co/3mail Join our community: Follow @neilpasricha on Instagra…
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371: Avoid Symptom Squashing: Learn to Interpret Your Body's Signs
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In Episode 371 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we discuss how our body's symptoms and signs, like pain and discomfort, are often messages that need to be interpreted rather than squashed or ignored. We explore how to distinguish between soreness and pain, the importance of understanding your body's signals, and the various factors including train…
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Page 142: How do I become a paid keynote speaker?
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Pages are 333-second or less highlights from Chapters of 3 Books. They are released at 3:33am between Chapters. Page 142 comes from Chapter 14 with Rich Gibbons, President of Speak Inc. Listen to the full chapter: https://www.3books.co/chapters/14 Get the 3 Books email: http://www.3books.co/3mail Join our community: Follow @neilpasricha on Instagra…
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What are small details that don’t take a lot of time but make a big difference when done over time? Today we are talking about those things. We draw an analogy to deep cleaning our house, relating it to how small changes and consistent habits in training can significantly impact performance over time. We discuss the integration of mobility work, fu…
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Page 141: What is the value of live events today?
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Pages are 333-second or less highlights from Chapters of 3 Books. They are released at 3:33am between Chapters. Page 141 comes from Chapter 14 with Rich Gibbons, President of Speak Inc. Listen to the full chapter: https://www.3books.co/chapters/14 Get the 3 Books email: http://www.3books.co/3mail Join our community: Follow @neilpasricha on Instagra…
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In this episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we delve into comprehensive strategies for running safely and effectively in the heat. We discuss the science behind heat-related challenges, including heat adaptations, cardiac drift, and dehydration. The workshop covers practical tips to maintain consistency, manage effort levels, and protect agai…
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Chapter 138: Maria Popova mines meaning in marginalia
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Maria Popova was born in communist Bulgaria and emigrated to the U.S. six days after her 19th birthday back in 2003. She studied at the University of Pennsylvania after “being sold on the liberal arts promise of being taught how to live.” Did it work? Well, yes and no. She spent her family’s life savings in the first few weeks on textbooks and, des…
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368: Are You Running Out of Fear or Love?
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In this episode, we delve into the emotional foundation of actions, discussing how all actions are fundamentally driven by emotions, particularly fear and love. We explore how a fear-based approach to running can lead to unsustainable actions, stress, and potential injury, and identify fear-driven motivations in both beginners and experienced runne…
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Pages are 333-second or less highlights from Chapters of 3 Books. They are released at 3:33am between Chapters. Page 132 comes from Chapter 13 with Ariel Bisset, YouTuber and owner of Bisset Books. Listen to the full chapter: https://www.3books.co/chapters/13 Get the 3 Books email: http://www.3books.co/3mail Join our community: Follow @neilpasricha…
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367: How to Evaluate and Improve Your Running Outcomes
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"You either get what you want or the lesson that you need." In episode 367 of Real Life Runners Podcast, we follow up on last week's discussion about committing to the process by focusing on how to evaluate training outcomes. Regardless of whether you achieve your desired results or not, there's always significant learning to be gained. We talk abo…
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Stop Second Guessing Yourself: Embrace Your Running Decisions In this episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we discuss the importance of avoiding second-guessing yourself, particularly in running and training plans. Emphasizing the significance of making informed decisions, sticking to them, and giving training plans enough time to show results…
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Pages are 333-second or less highlights from Chapters of 3 Books. They are released at 3:33am between Chapters. Page 131 comes from Chapter 13 with Ariel Bisset, YouTuber and owner of Bisset Books. Listen to the full chapter: https://www.3books.co/chapters/13 Get the 3 Books email: http://www.3books.co/3mail Join our community: Follow @neilpasricha…
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365: Training Over 40: Insights and Adaptations for Runners
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In episode 365 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we share personal updates on their training and lives, offering insights that listeners can apply to their own running and overall health. Kevin discusses his recovery journey after surgery and how he gradually reintroduced running, emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body and flexibilit…
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Chapter 137: Jonathan Franzen finds fellow freaks and forges fantastic fiction
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I remember getting the knife. It was near Christmas about 10 years ago and Leslie and I were zipping up a tiny suitcase before a beach trip with her grandparents and extended family. We weren’t married and I was making a desperate last-second plea to stuff a 576-page novel called ‘The Corrections’ by Jonathan Franzen into our bag. “It just won’t fi…
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264: Nutrition Strategies to Enhance Your Running Efficiency
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In this episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we delve into the importance of proper fueling and nutrition to become a more efficient runner. Topics covered include daily nutrition, pre-run, mid-run, and post-run fueling strategies, and the impact of specific diets and fasting on performance. Emphasizing the need for high-quality whole foods an…
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Page 126: What is humanity's biggest superpower?
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Pages are 333-second or less highlights from Chapters of 3 Books. They are released at 3:33am between Chapters. Page 126 comes from Chapter 12 with Chris Anderson, Head of TED. Listen to the full chapter: https://www.3books.co/chapters/12 Get the 3 Books email: http://www.3books.co/3mail Join our community: Follow @neilpasricha on Instagram, Facebo…
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363: How Running Form Helps You Become A More Efficient Runner (Part 2)
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Episode 363 of the Real Life Runners Podcast delves into Part 2 of becoming a more efficient runner, focusing on running form. We emphasize the importance of proper running posture, optimal cadence, and correct arm swing. We discuss common mistakes like running too upright or hunched over, overstriding, and excessive arm cross-over, offering practi…
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Page 125: A book for people who want to change the world
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Pages are 333-second or less highlights from Chapters of 3 Books. They are released at 3:33am between Chapters. Page 125 comes from Chapter 12 with Chris Anderson, Head of TED. Listen to the full chapter: https://www.3books.co/chapters/12 Get the 3 Books email: http://www.3books.co/3mail Join our community: Follow @neilpasricha on Instagram, Facebo…
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