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Real Life Runners with Angie and Kevin Brown — Fitness & Nutrition
Real Life Runners with Angie and Kevin Brown

This is a show to help real life runners to improve their running and their life, through conversations about training, nutrition, health and wellness, family, and all the crazy things that life throws at us. We want to live the best life we can and to help others do the same. In each episode, we will tackle topics that will make us better runners, better parents, better friends, better partners, and better people. 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, just like you. We are Kevin and Angie Brown, husband and wife, mom and dad, coaches, and runners. Kevin is a marathoner who has been coaching runners for over a decade. Angie holds her doctorate degree in physical therapy and uses running as part of her integrated fitness routine. Together, we want to help make running more accessible to more people, so that more people can gain the benefits of being a Real Life Runner.

Latest Episodes:

208: What's the Point? Jul 15, 2021

Show notes

Ever get into a training rhythm that feels good but out of nowhere it just hits you - why am I doing this? The Olympic Trials got me thinking about putting in the work and not getting the outward-facing goal. There are lots of feel-good stories and interviews with athletes making the team, but what about the athlete that just misses? What about the athlete that finished last? Is it worth all of the work? Why do we do uncomfortable things?

Highlights of the Episode

The Olympic Trials are amazing, inspiring, and heartbreaking

Why go through the pain?

The journey is bigger than one race

If the race is the only thing, what happens even if you finish it, PR it or win it?

The training is where you test yourself - this holds even more for non-elite

This is a matter of integrity - who do you want to be?

You didn't sign up for easy, you signed up for your best self

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

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To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

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Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

207: Are You Getting Enough Recovery? Jul 08, 2021

Show notes

Have you noticed the number of new devices and apps popping up that will help you track your recovery? There is a saying that if you can't measure it, you can't improve it. With this in mind, wearable company's have found more and more aspects of our bodies that they can measure. Do the numbers actually help optimize our recovery better than an honest personal assessment about how we are feeling?

Highlights of the Episode

Growth is equal to stress plus rest

Benefits of sleep tracker

Sleep is the ultimate restoring factor

Recovery following exercise

Measuring your recovery

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

206: Race Training With A Physically Demanding Job Jul 01, 2021

Show notes

Wouldn't it be great if we could just take a break from life for the next 9 months and build a beautiful multi-phased training plan filled with consistent build-up and plentiful recovery? How does a training plan get created and executed when running is not the only aspect of your life? While illness and vacation can sometimes throw a wrench in our plans, what about when our job creates its own physical challenge?

Highlights of the Episode

Honesty is the key to personal training

Multiple aspects of having a plan

Train your mind, body and skills

Balancing physically demanding job and working out

Common mistakes while fitting training into your life

Thanks for Listening!!

To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

205: Am I Ready for a Half Marathon? Jun 25, 2021

Show notes

Races are coming back. Before you just sign up for the first one available, consider how long it will take you to be prepared for the race. In this episode, we dive into one of our favorite distances, the half marathon. We break down training strategies and timelines based on whether this will be your first ever, your first in a while, or a repeat race when you are chasing a personal best.

Highlights of the Episode

What should you bring to the starting line

Runner's endurance and long, slow run adaptations

How long is this going to take?

What is your goal? Complete or compete

Base building and race specific phase

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

204: How Polarized Training Can Make You Run Faster Jun 17, 2021

Show notes

One of our key principles of training is that your running cannot all stay at the same pace. One of the training terms thrown around quite a bit is polarized training. In this episode, we look at what polarized training actually entails, what the research suggests about alternate styles of training, as well as if and how to incorporate this style of training into your own running.

Highlights of the Episode

Levels and Methods of training

Polarized vs pyramidal

How is this useful to you?

Personal adaptations

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

203: Your First Half Marathon Jun 10, 2021

Show notes

The half marathon is such a wonderful race distance. It is long enough that you need to put in months of training to perform well, but it is short enough that you do not need to abandon all work and family obligations to devote yourself to increased mileage and a weekend long run that can get grueling while prepping for a marathon. In this episode, we cover how to set yourself up for success whether you are looking to complete your first half marathon or improve on your last race.

Highlights of the Episode

When should you start training for a half marathon?

Do you have the strength needed to run a half marathon?

What does it take to train for a half marathon?

How to run and train for a half marathon?

Thanks for Listening!!

To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

202: Improve Your Running Form to Race Faster Jun 03, 2021

Show notes

The way we look when we run can be remarkably distinguishable to other runners who have known us for a while. As races get going again, this is a good reminder that while running form can be improved and optimized, there are plenty of runners out there with less than "perfect form" putting up strong race results. In this episode, we cover running form while racing and the adage that running form will simply improve with more running.

Highlights of the Episode

Kevin's race recap

First mass start live race since January 2020

What does racing have to do with running form?

You cannot improve running form simply by running more

The keys to improving your running form

How your strength plays a role in your running form

Thanks for Listening!!

To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

201: Running Through the Ages May 27, 2021

Show notes

As runners, many of us are looking to improve in some manner. Some of us are looking to improve consistency. This may rely on adding enjoyment or removing pain. Some of us are trying to run faster or farther. This can rely on appropriate training and planning. Given enough time, a training plan will create enough adaptations to your body that you can survive whatever new challenge you undertake. A big key in this process is making sure your body can handle the workload by making sure your body is moving correctly and your muscles have both the strength and endurance needed.

Highlights of the Episode

What do you want to accomplish?

Improve consistency, run longer, and run faster

What is stopping you?

Role of strength and cardio ability

Thanks for Listening!!

To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

200: The Runner's Journey May 20, 2021

Show notes

We know the immense benefits that running can bring to us, both physically and mentally, and we want other people to experience that without all of the aches, pains, and frustrations. To be able to take charge of their physical and mental health and train in a way that's right for them.

Here's the secret that we've learned on our running journey and after coaching runners for 15 years: Training your mind, body, and skills is the MOST EFFECTIVE way to be a successful runner. Without all 3, you will never reach your full potential as a runner and will always fall short of your goals.

Today we talk about the importance of training your mind, body, and skills, and the 5 stages of your running journey that will make you more successful in achieving your running goals.

Highlights of the Episode

Training your mind, body, and skills for success

The 5 Stages of the Runner's Journey

Characteristics of all 5 stages

The Power of Becoming a Real Life Runner

Our personal journeys through the stages

Thanks for Listening!!

To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

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Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation.

199: Breathing for Runners May 13, 2021

Show notes

Breathing is essential for life. We all know that. Today we want to talk about the importance of the breath, both when we are running and when we are not running. How important is breath control? What techniques can we use to improve our breathing?

Highlights of the Episode

Two ways to think about breathing

Breathing through your mouth vs nose

Techniques for breathing

Breathing while running and exercising

Thanks for Listening!!

To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.

To join the RLR Tribe, click here.

If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please send us an email at support@realliferunners.com

Come find us on Facebook and Instagram and say hi!

Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one!

Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or Google Play

Interested in Training plans and Coaching? Check that out here!

Don't forget: The information on this website is not intended to treat or diagnose any medical condition or to provide medical advice. It is intended for general education in the areas of health and wellness. All information contained in this site is intended to be educational in nature. Nothing should be considered medical advice for your specific situation

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