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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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The only daily podcast dedicated to covering Rutgers Athletics. Hosted by Aaron Breitman, a fan since the mid-80's and a class of 2000 graduate of Rutgers College. Aaron has covered Rutgers sports extensively over the last nine years, previously as managing editor of On The Banks and co-founder of The Scarlet Faithful website. Episodes include analysis, game previews, postgame and breaking news rapid reactions, recruiting, Rutgers related guests and more.
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With Steve Pikiell's team into its second week of summer workouts, here are some thoughts on what was reported, why pace and tempo is critical with the intended style of play based on how the roster was built, the freedom to manage minutes next season and more. Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-raritan.…
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4-star linebacker DJ McClary committed to Rutgers on Sunday. It was a significant result for multiple reasons including another recruiting win over Big Ten foes, stockpiling several top 15 recruits in New Jersey, solidifying the highest player grade average in the class for the program in modern era, another signal things are changing in the long t…
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A full review of where The Athletic has Rutgers men's basketball ranked within the Big Ten as far as transfer portal additions this offseason and why they missed the mark. Also, a comprehensive deep dive on Phil Steele's preseason rankings and projections for Rutgers football.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 hig…
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Greg Schiano and the coaching staff have grown the 2025 recruiting class to 27 commits after landing running back John Forster on Saturday, a pair of cornerbacks in Kaylib Singleton and Jakarrion Kenan on Sunday followed by EDGE Canaan Edwards on Monday night. This episode dives into what these prospects bring to the program, where the class stands…
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Chloe Timberg discusses her journey towards winning a national championship in the pole vault, how her path began, the impact of her coach Carl Porambo, the progress that Rutgers track & field has made as a program, pursuing her Olympic dreams at trials at the end of June, her plans for next year and more. Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Ne…
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Steve Pikiell's program begins summer workouts on Saturday, June 15. News broke on Friday afternoon that Dylan Harper will miss a few weeks due to elective knee surgery. Thoughts on his absence and several others including where Rutgers stacks up on paper vs. the rest of the Big Ten, potential strengths and weaknesses and more as the journey begins…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 cro…
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David Anderson returns to give his insight on the most recent commits over the few days in the 2025 recruiting class as well as some big picture takeaways for Rutgers football moving forward.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-raritan.beehiiv.com/subscribe/…
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A breakdown of what Thomas brings to the offense for the future, the wide receiver position a strength in the 2025 class, a top 25 overall ranking within striking distance and how things are shaping up historically for the program plus more.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-raritan.beehiiv.com/subscribe…
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The Scarlet Knights now have four 4-star commits per the 247 Sports composite rankings and continue to increase its player grade average in the 2025 class. Matthews joins a very talented and highly rated offensive line group that highlights how Rutgers has a chance to really compete and win in the trenches in the Big Ten in the future. Subscribe to…
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ver three days from Saturday through Monday, Greg Schiano's program added two 4-star commits in S Tariq Hayer and OL Joshua Blackston as well as 3-star OL Gerrick Gordon. A detailed look at all three prospects who have almost four dozen power offers combined. Takeaways include the importance of Rutgers winning battles against other Big Ten foes, bu…
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The Scarlet Faithful podcast is sponsored by Knights of the Raritan, an NIL Collective for Rutgers Athletics.David Anderson returns to discuss the recent additions to the 2025 recruiting class, why some commits could see their player ratings increase, class sizes varying based on different power four programs, Chloe Timberg wins a national title an…
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The Rutgers head coach returns to The Scarlet Faithful podcast to discuss many topics. They include how he strategically built the roster through the transfer portal, the importance of NIL and working with Knights of the Raritan, offensive improvements, positional versatility, the center position and last scholarship available, the goal of winning …
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Send us a Text Message. In episode 362 of our Real Life Runners Podcast, we discuss how to become more efficient runners by focusing on three key areas: maintaining consistency, incorporating strength and mobility work, and ensuring proper recovery. We address common misconceptions influenced by social media, emphasizing that short-term hacks and s…
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Several current and former Rutgers basketball players are confirmed to play in the Jersey Shore Basketball League, Kentucky transfer Ugonna Onyensu is off the board, will RU fill its last roster spot, players starting to arrive on campus as well as updates with Rowing and Track & Field at NCAA Championships. A little baseball chatter also with the …
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The preseason Football Power Index for the 2024 season is out and we review the outlook for Rutgers by the predictive rating system. The easiest schedule in the Big Ten, where all opponents rank in the FPI, how many wins predicted for RU and much more.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-raritan.beehiiv.co…
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DL Robbie Johnson Jr. becomes the 10th official visitor from this past weekend to commit to Rutgers football as the 2025 class surges up the national rankings. Also 2025 priority basketball target Nigel James includes Rutgers in his final four, Jamie Vinson & Mawot Mag commit to Big XII schools, hoops dead period now over and more. Subscribe to the…
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Seven four star recruits highlight a strong visitor list this weekend, Kahleah Copper leads the WNBA in points, Dale Stanavich promoted to AA, a pitcher commits to Steve Owens, Rowing at nationals, hoops offers top recruit in 2025 class and some thoughts on Mike Rice landing at Linden high school.
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A review of how all 18 league teams currently project analytically per Bart Torvik right after the NBA early entry deadline passes and how Rutgers stacks up, how much things might change in the next two weeks, Morgan Smith named First Team All-American for RU softball as well as why the passing of Bill Walton brings perspective on the journey ahead…
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Send us a Text Message. In episode 361 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we explore the paradox of running's duality—how it both matters greatly and not at all. Kevin shares his 100-mile race experience, highlighting the importance of balancing dedication with perspective. We discuss the need for flexibility in training and dieting, cautioning agai…
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A review of the annual anonymous quotes from Big Ten coaches in Athlon Sports' season preview, perception is changing around the conference from some independent sites, preseason power rankings and more. Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-raritan.beehiiv.com/subscribe/…
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This mailbag edition focuses on projecting the starting lineup for Steve Pikiell's team as well as major keys for the roster to come together on the court in order to reach its full potential next season.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-raritan.beehiiv.com/subscribe/…
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This episode gets you caught up with several pieces of news this week including football playing two games on FOX, Josh Kuroda-Grauer winning Big Ten Player of the Year, pitching coach Brendan Monaghan resigning, hoops big man search likely to go past dead period, updates with track & field at NCAA regionals, Anthony Ashnault hired at Princeton, la…
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 360 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we dive into strategies for making a successful comeback after an extended break due to injury, surgery, or life circumstances. Kevin shares his personal experience of returning to running after hernia surgery and outlines three key points for a successful return: extending yo…
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A full breakdown of why Hayes checks a major box for next season's team, advanced stats review, his consistency as a three-point shooter and what makes him unique for RU, how the roster is coming together, a late offer to big man Viktor Mikic and more.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-raritan.beehiiv.co…
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Steve Pikiell and the coaching staff are looking to stack back to back heralded recruiting classes following a historic haul in the 2024 cycle. Following last weekend's live period, Rutgers is very much in the mix with five top 100 recruits in the 2025 class who are rated 4-star or 5-star prospects. A review of where they stand and how Pikiell's vi…
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San Diego wing transfer PJ Hayes visited Rutgers this past week while 6'11" big man Jamie Vinson from the 2024 class is scheduled to visit this weekend. Topics include how both players potentially fit, Steve Pikiell's vision in filling out the roster and how it matches his strength as a coach, plus more.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsl…
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An announcement in regard to a new partnership with Knights of the Raritan, a Rutgers NIL Collective, my thoughts on where RU athletics currently stands in the NIL space nationally and how it can improve, hoops hopes to address a key need with Hayes and much more.Subscribe to the Knights of the Raritan Newsletter HERE! https://knights-of-the-rarita…
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Send us a Text Message. In episode 359 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we discuss the importance of including three types of runs in your training regimen to avoid injury, increase motivation, and achieve your running goals: easy runs (L2), tempo runs (L5), and hard intervals (L8). We explain the physiological and mental benefits of each run type…
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With the offseason progressing for both football and men's basketball, the fan base and even national media are ramping up expectations for next season. Both programs are in a strong position due to their specific identities and will continue to play a key role moving forward. NOTE: News of transfer wing PJ Hayes visiting Rutgers broke after this r…
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Matt Norlander reported on who RU could potentially play in Vegas, why the details for the event could change, will hoops add a big man or a shooting wing or both, Chris Gotterup wins a PGA event, as well as multiple updates and commentary on spring sports programs.
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David Anderson returns to discuss the potential impact of Ohio transfer Shedrick Rhodes on the right side of the offensive line, how 2025 commit Isaiah Deloatch projects along with how the current class is shaping up, North Carolina becoming a strong resource for RU recruiting, as well as why Kyle Monangai is still underrated as a running back both…
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Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode, we debunk some common misconceptions about stretching for runners. Drawing on my experience as a physical therapist, we discuss how many runners wrongly blame pain and injuries on inadequate stretching. We focus on correcting the top three stretching mistakes: not stretching at all, stretching too muc…
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David Anderson returns to discuss the roster in depth and how certain players improved their stock heading into training camp, how the offense could evolve personnel wise with Athan Kaliakmanis starting at QB, defensive depth building along the line, why the team's mindset should be different for next season and more.…
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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, Megan Blacksmith, co-founder of Zesty, shares her transformative journey from extreme running and health complications to discovering the power of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Megan discusses the idea that 'success leaves clues' and how to overcome limiting beliefs and patterns in both life an…
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Pete Thamel broke the news on Wednesday that Rutgers has made a decision at Quarterback following the conclusion of spring camp. This episode discusses how Athan raises the floor of the offense, the staff's belief in Ajani Sheppard as the backup, Gavin Wimsatt's time at RU and more.
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A look at the physical size of the current roster, how it could dictate the way Steve Pikiell's team plays next season, the similarities to some past Michigan teams, football spring game on Saturday as well as Big Ten honors and postseason approaching for both lacrosse teams plus more.
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Send us a Text Message. The episode delves into three primary motivations for running: to challenge oneself, improve health, and for the sheer joy of it, emphasizing how these reasons can evolve over time. Running serves as a medium to connect with something greater, be it through personal achievement, community, or a deeper sense of gratitude and …
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A full discussion on how I view the center situation for Rutgers, why fans should wish Cliff well in the transfer portal, the NCAA makes an official ruling on grad transfers, a potential new target, as well as two big commits for Scott Goodale and women's basketball great Epiphanny Prince retires.
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With 3 & D wing Jadon Jones not committing and the search for a big man continuing, a look at potential portal targets, what the current roster already features, Bart Torvik projecting Rutgers in the Top 25 analytically right now, Dylan Harper's specialness, as well as women's hoops adding a grad transfer, President Holloway being courted by Yale a…
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