Best Claire Bartholic Podcasts (2024)

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Feeling the Flow: How to Reach Running Flow State 13:13

1h ago13:13

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Runs in a perfect state of flow are the ones that we are always chasing. Once you feel the flow, you want to have it all the time. But what exactly is flow state and how do we get more of it? Let’s find out. Today, we’ll go over the science of flow. We’ll discover: what the flow state really is what conditions make it more likely to happen, and how…

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Tricks of the Track: How to Elevate Your Endurance on the Oval 13:56

1d ago13:56

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We are back on track with new episodes! If you are lucky enough to have access to a local track today, it can be the very best thing to get better and faster at running. Let’s find out why. Today, we’ll go over: the common and perhaps misguided perceptions of track running, how you can use the track to improve your running, and the important rules …

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It's Not Your Age, It's Your Training That's Slowing You Down (Encore Run) 23:28

6d ago23:28

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Masters runners (those over 40) today are fitter and faster than ever before. How can it be? Have the elite older runners unlocked the running fountain of youth? Let’s find out. We’ll explore how you can get fitter and faster, no matter what your age. We’ll look at: The traditional signs of aging How to slow down the slow down, and we’ll talk about…

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Train Your Brain Like an Elite Distance Runner with These Tips (encore run) 47:35

19d ago47:35

47:35

What can we learn from the mental strength abilities of the highest performing athletes in the world? What do they do that we don’t? And more importantly, how can we learn to have the mental strength of a champion in our own lives? Let’s find out. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your r…

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Power Through Perimenopause and Thrive as an Athlete During Your Big Change (encore run) 44:40

1M ago44:40

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Running in your 40s, 50s, and beyond is not the same as when you are younger. This is especially true for women going through perimenopause. On today’s show I’m joined by writer, runner, and podcast host Cherie Turner. We explore: How you can still get faster and live your fittest life no matter what your age How perimenopause can affect our lives …

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The Ultimate Race Day Guided Visualization for Runners (encore run) 20:05

1M ago20:05

20:05

Use the power of your mind to get the results you want on race day. This episode is a little different than usual. I will guide you through a race visualization just for runners. For best results, lie down in a quiet place, use headphones, and have an open mind. You’ll experience a detailed picture of race day from the time you awake to the finish …

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RESULTS: Did Adrian Reach His Ambitious Goal in the Sydney Marathon? 40:30

2M ago40:30

40:30

Did Adrian run his speedy marathon goal in Sydney at the World Age Group Championship? Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this results episode, we follow up with Adrian from PRTL 7. He 🏃🏽‍♀️is 68 years old 🏃🏿has run 36 marathons, but started late in life 🏃🏼‍♀️had …

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Run or Rest? Here's What You Need to Know When You're Feeling Sick 13:04

2M ago13:04

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The thought of being too sick to run is something you’d rather not think about at all. Are there any guidelines to follow to be sure you’re not making yourself worse? Let’s find out. On today’s show, I’m going to go over: when it’s okay to exercise when you are sick, what precautions and modifications you should make to your routine, when it’s not …

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The Myth of the 180 Cadence and How to Quicken Yours 17:17

2M ago17:17

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Your running cadence is the pattern or number of steps you run per minute. Increase your cadence and you’re halfway to running faster. Lengthening your stride is the other half of the equation, but doing that can be problematic. It’s far more effective to focus on quickening your feet. Let’s explore why. On today’s show, I’m going to dive into your…

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These Simple Running Nutrition Rules Make Fueling Easier Than You Think 40:39

2M ago40:39

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Most runners would probably say they eat pretty healthy. But are you actually optimizing your nutrition for your running? Let’s find out. On today’s show, I’m talking to registered dietician, Natalie Rizzo, the founder of Greenletes. and Nutrition Editor for TODAY. We’ll go over: the difference between eating healthy and fueling for endurance, we’l…

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Less Than 40% of Marathoners Taper Optimally. Here's How to Do it Right 22:32

2M ago22:32

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Marathoners typically taper or decrease mileage and intensity in the last few weeks before their race. But studies show that less than 40% of runners are actually optimizing their taper. How can you be one of the runners doing it right? Let’s find out. On today’s show, I’ll explore what the ideal marathon taper should look like, the common mistakes…

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The Absolutely Proven Way to Improve Your Running? Sleep 45:42

3M ago45:42

45:42

In our time-crunched hustle culture, sleep is often the first thing that is sacrificed in our busy lives. Even though, by far, it’s the absolute most important thing we can do for our health and fitness. So how do you know if you’re really getting enough? Let’s find out. On today’s show, I’ll be talking with triathlon and sleep coach, Simon Ward. W…

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Got Runner's Gut? Here's How To Finally Fix It 16:22

3M ago16:22

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GI issues like nausea, heartburn, and diarrhea affect anywhere from 30-90% of all runners. If you're one of them, learning all you can about it can really make a difference in your running and your racing. Because it is an issue that can be fixed, once you figure out the culprit. Let’s find out more. On today’s show, I’ll explore why runners suffer…

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“I Want to Race What I’m Capable Of and Qualify for Boston" 34:05

3M ago34:05

34:05

Can Jamie reach her potential in her second marathon? Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Jamie: 🏃🏽‍♀️42 years old 🏃🏿has a 5k PR of 22:22, first marathon was 3:52 🏃🏼‍♀️wants to Boston Qualify with a 3:40 Learn how I create a custom marathon…

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Your Watch is Lying: How to Run By Feel Instead 20:16

3M ago20:16

20:16

Running by feel can seem like a lost art in our world of high-tech wearables, sort of like learning to write cursive in a world of computers. But with a few basic guidelines and a lot of practice, you can learn to free yourself from being a slave to your Garmin. Let’s find out how. On today’s show, I’ll explore how to teach yourself to run by feel.…

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PRTL: Can Melanie Run/Walk Her First Marathon in Time? 44:57

3M ago44:57

44:57

Can Melanie run/walk her way to finish her first marathon by the cutoff time of 7:45? Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Melanie: 🏃🏽‍♀️35 years old 🏃🏿training for Every Woman’s Marathon, her first 🏃🏼‍♀️concerned about training for a marath…

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Over 40? Stop Running More And Do This Instead 52:21

3M ago52:21

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If you’re only running and expecting to get better at it, you’re missing out. You’ll simply be getting better at working around your weaknesses rather than truly improving. And if you’re over 40? You’re going to have to do more than just run to keep your bone density, improve muscle mass, and keep your metabolism humming along. Not to mention impro…

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"I've Lost 50 Pounds and My Goal is a 2:15 Half Marathon" PR Training Lab 35:08

3M ago35:08

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Jennifer has lost nearly 50 pounds and her goal is 2:15 in the Air Force Half. Can she be ready? Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Jennifer: 🏃🏽‍♀️46 years old 🏃🏿lost nearly 50 pounds in the last 18 months 🏃🏼‍♀️runs or strength trains ever…

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Why Chasing 'Race Weight' Could Be Slowing You Down 17:59

4M ago17:59

17:59

A lot of people use running to lose weight. And some people lose weight to get faster at running. This is the concept of “race weight.” And while it can work temporarily, it can be very, very damaging. But yet, it’s still tempting runners every day. On today’s show, I’ll explore the nuanced and controversial subject of race weight and losing weight…

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"I'm 67. Can I Run 3:15 in the Sydney Marathon?" PR Training Lab 34:03

4M ago34:03

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Can Adrian run his speedy marathon goal in Sydney at the World Age Group Championship? Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Adrain: 🏃🏽‍♀️67 years old 🏃🏿has run 35 marathons, but started late in life 🏃🏼‍♀️wants to learn to combine an ambitiou…

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Lifting Lies: The Real Truth about Strength Training for Runners 49:07

4M ago49:07

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“Lift heavy” is common, but often bad advice for runners. Runners actually want to do runner-specific strength work. Except…”runner-specific” strength training doesn’t really exist. Confused yet? Let’s sort this out. On today’s show, we’ll untangle confusion around strength training for runners with the help of strength and running coach and physic…

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ENCORE RUN: The Best Way to Train Your Pelvic Muscles for Worry-Free Running 40:52

4M ago40:52

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One in four American women suffer from some kind of pelvic floor disorder, according to the National Institutes of Health. That's 25% of us! And yes, that number goes up as we get older. And running can trigger accidents and make it worse. And this is not just a female phenomenon. Men have a pelvic floor too and can also have issues. Most guys cert…

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ENCORE RUN: Why Des Linden Is Still Proving Everyone Wrong in Her 40s 37:48

4M ago37:48

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Des Linden is not your typical marathon champion. Instead of emulating others, Des blazes her own path. Some might say that she even prides herself on not doing things like everyone else. And when someone tells her she can’t, she figures out a way to prove she can. Des is a two time Olympian and became the first American woman in 33 years to win th…

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All You Need is Three Minutes to Become a More Powerful Runner with Plyos 13:38

5M ago13:38

13:38

What if I told you there was a way to improve your speed, agility, power, endurance, balance and coordination in just three to five minutes a day, three times a week? Does that mean that you have to do a million burpees and box jumps to increase your power? Not at all. Let’s explore what works best. On today’s show, we’re going to go into the power…

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PRTL: "I Just Can’t Break the 4-Hour Marathon Plateau" 45:03

5M ago45:03

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Can Matthew finally break 4 hours in Berlin? Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Matthew: 🏃🏽‍♀️40 years old 🏃🏿has a fast mile time, but can’t seem to break 4 hours in the marathon 🏃🏼‍♀️Struggles with hard workouts Learn how I create a custo…

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The 3 Ways to Tweak Your Training For Better Results 16:36

5M ago16:36

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If you are ready to get better results from your training plan, there are three ways to do it. On today’s show, I’m going to go over the simple ingredients that all runners can use to get better at running and how to put them together so that you can improve safely and happily. You’ll learn The three lever concept how these variables affect your tr…

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PRTL: "I Get So Nervous! Can I PR My Hot August 5k Race?" 37:28

5M ago37:28

37:28

Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Ginger: 🏃🏽‍♀️41 years old 🏃🏿Goal 5k time: 23:42 🏃🏼‍♀️Struggles with pre-race nerves Learn how I create a custom 8-week training plan for a Ginger’s hot August 5k race. Follow along with the questions I as…

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The Best Treadmill Tips You Need To Train Like A Pop Star 16:18

5M ago16:18

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Taylor Swift famously trained on a treadmill for her Eras tour. Sure, but we are not training to be pop stars. We’re runners, and there are a lot of questions about how good of a tool it really is. So let’s explore. On today’s show, we’re going to get into everything you need to know about treadmill running. You’ll learn: If the treadmill is really…

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PRTL: "Can I Redeem My Disappointing Boston in Chicago?" 43:46

5M ago43:46

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Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Marcey: 🏃🏽‍♀️49 years old 🏃🏿Training for a 3:40 marathon in Chicago 🏃🏼‍♀️Ran Boston this spring in 4:09 Learn how I create a custom plan for a Marcey’s redemption in Chicago after a hot Boston this spring…

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The Simple, Proven Way to Supercharge Your Running: Start Walking More 17:49

5M ago17:49

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Walking can actually be your super power to better running. That’s right, walking can make you a better runner. And I don’t just mean taking the dog out for a walk, which is a literal step in the right direction. I’m talking about the power of incorporating intentional walking before, during, and after your runs. And this is not just for beginner r…

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PRTL: "Can I Run a 1:30 Half Marathon?" 44:04

5M ago44:04

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Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Josh. He’s: 32 years old Training for a 1:30 half marathon Has recently run a 19:45 5k Learn how I create a custom plan for a young, fast runner who doesn’t have a lot of experience at the marathon. If yo…

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Does a Plant-Based Diet Give You A Performance Edge? Maybe 25:40

5M ago25:40

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There has never been more evidence that a diet rich in whole plant-foods, high in fiber, and low in saturated fats and animal products is the clear path to human health and longevity. But does that mean everyone should immediately go vegan? And what does this all mean for athletic performance? As much as I’d love this to be inarguably true because …

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PRTL: Custom Training Plan For a 56-year-old Runner Half Marathon 37:17

6M ago37:17

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Welcome to the PR Training Lab! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Peachy. She’s: 56 years old Training for a half marathon Afraid of getting injured and slowing down Learn why I have Peachy starting off as run-walk, then progressing to all running. If you would like to …

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Are Your Ankles the True Cause of Your Knee Pain? 14:10

6M ago14:10

14:10

Could your ankles be the cause of your knee pain? YES. But thankfully, this can be improved for most runners. Today we’re going to examine the critical role of your ankle in running. We’ll look at the importance of ankle flexibility, how it relates to your knees and how you can help improve your ankles for better running. Even if you’ve never had k…

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BONUS: PR Training Lab: Custom Training Plan For a 40-year-old Runner, First-Time Marathon 43:32

6M ago43:32

43:32

The PR Training Lab is now open! Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Justine. She’s: 40 years old Training for her first marathon Wants to work on consistent pacing and positive self-talk If you would like to win a free custom training plan and be featured in a future epi…

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ENCORE RUN: How to Beat the Heat on Your Hot and Humid Runs 18:52

6M ago18:52

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When you’re a runner, summer can be a bit of a bummer. Every run feels harder and your speed seems to evaporate instantly, unlike the massive amount of sweat dripping into your eyes and staining your clothes. The good news is that all your sweaty work this summer will pay off with faster times in the fall. Your body will learn how to cool off quick…

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Why Heart Rate Training Is Terrible (and How to Do It Right) 44:13

6M ago44:13

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Some runners rely almost exclusively on their heart rate to tell them how hard or how easy their runs are and some even plan their entire training around heart rate zones. The only problem is, well, heart rate training is problematic. So why do so many runners use it? And should you? Let’s find out. Today, I’m joined by one of my favorite running c…

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Run or Relax? The Best Ways to Keep Up Your Fitness (and Still Have Fun) on Vacation 15:05

6M ago15:05

15:05

What’s the right way to balance your training when you are traveling, especially if you have a family? Let’s find out. Today we’re going to tackle the topic of training on trips, specifically vacations with your loved ones. We’ll get into: how to plan your vacation for the ideal time in your training cycle how to stay fit and healthy while still ha…

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Simple, Hearty, and Delicious: How to Build a Plant-Based Diet that Works for Busy Athletes 42:18

7M ago42:18

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However you choose to describe yourself, plant-based, vegan, plant-curious, flexitarian, or omnivore, there's overwhelming evidence that eating a diet that is made of mostly whole plant foods is ideal for health and longevity. But how do you actually do that well? Especially as an athlete? Let’s find out. Today, we are going down under speaking wit…

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Why The 3 Weeks After Your Big Race Are Critical To Your Next Goal 20:44

7M ago20:44

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Surprisingly, the three weeks after your goal race can have a big impact on how you’ll race in the future. In this episode, we’re going to explore the hows and the whys of recovery after the marathon. We’ll go into: I’ll go over some common mistakes that many runners make in the weeks after their race that actually contribute to fitness plateaus. h…

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Doctors Said He Was Too Fat To Run. He Proved Them Wrong 40:42

7M ago40:42

40:42

“Lose weight or die,” Martinus Evans was told by his doctor. He was so angry that he decided to run marathons, but without focusing on weight loss. Along his movement journey, he started a movement of thousands with the Slow AF Running Club. Evans’s story is one of dramatic accomplishment at any size, any speed, or any color. This is an exploration…

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Tackle The Trails With Confidence (Even if You're a Road Runner at Heart) 37:29

7M ago37:29

37:29

Even the most die hard road runner has got to admit, there’s something pretty magical or at least a little romantic about the idea of trail running. And if you’d like to try it or get better at it, there’s a few things you’re going to want to know first. Let’s find out. Today I’ve invited back Coach Tera Pruett. Tera is a trail running and strength…

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After Running a Sub-3 Hour Marathon, I Quit Racing. Here’s Why 16:05

8M ago16:05

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Today is going to be a personal one. I’m going to share the real story of why I no longer race marathons, despite the fact that my career today is helping runners race better marathons. I’ll get into: Why I needed to let go of marathon training and racing even though it massively transformed my life for the better My struggles with post-marathon id…

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Top 10 Boston Marathon Training Mistakes and What to Do Instead (Encore Run) 17:20

8M ago17:20

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One of the most common and worthy goals of any marathoner is to be able to race the iconic Boston Marathon. But did you know that training for Boston, if you want to get it right, will require you to do a few things differently? While the point-to-point race is a net downhill, terrain is tricky. Factor in the unpredictable weather and you can easil…

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The Labels are Lying to You: Why You're Not Eating (or Burning) What You Think You Are 22:14

8M ago22:14

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We all know that to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you eat. To gain weight, do the opposite. The problem is that calorie counting is massively flawed We are not eating or burning what we think we are. So what are we supposed to do as runners? We’d like to make sure that we are fueling enough with the right kinds of foods–not too l…

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The Half Is a Far Better Race Than the Full, Even if You Love Marathons 19:37

8M ago19:37

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The half marathon gets no respect. It’s always in the shadow of its big brother, the marathon, which gets all the glory. But maybe, just maybe, the half should be your next A goal race. And I don’t mean go race a half a few weeks during your marathon build up. I mean pick a great half marathon course and train to get really good at it for its own s…

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Despite the Benefits, A Pace Group Isn't Always an Advantage. Here's Why. 37:06

9M ago37:06

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A pace group can take away the worry and stress of pacing perfectly so you can just run or hold on for dear life. But as wonderful as that sounds, following a pace group can have some major pitfalls. And in some cases, it can even cost you your dream time. How is that possible? Let’s find out. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Barthol…

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Six Pack Abs Are Sexy, But Here's What You Actually Need for a Strong Core for Running 18:43

9M ago18:43

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Is running really the best way to get six-pack abs or even the toned tummy you’ve been hoping for? Or how about the other way around: are all those crunches and sit-ups you’ve been doing to get those alluring abs doing anything for your running performance? Let’s find out. Today we are going to explore the secrets to the six pack. We’ll discover: T…

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From 20 Years of Heavy Smoking to Breaking 4 Hours in the Marathon in Her 60s: Amiee Cords 40:06

9M ago40:06

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Imagine a 3-pack-a-day smoker for 20 years who finally quits. And then goes on to not only qualify for the Boston Marathon multiple times, but accomplishes her fastest times in her sixties and is still going strong. Get ready to be inspired. Today I’m sharing my conversation with Amiee Cords. We’ll go over Her incredible story from smoker to smokin…

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Trailer: Start Here! 1:10

9M ago1:10

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Running should be simple. But when you try to learn about how to get better at it, especially as you age, you’re confronted with conflicting advice, complicated workouts, and confusing nutrition trends that just won’t work for you. On The Planted Runner, I’ll share exactly how to run faster, longer, and feel great doing it at any age, because you d…

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