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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:

198: Low Back Pain in Runners May 06, 2021

Show notes

If you're like a lot of runners that we work with, you may have noticed that your body isn't responding the same way it used to. As you get older, you may start to notice some aches and pains that weren't there before. Many runners experience some form of lower back pain, before, during, or after running. Today we are going to address why it may be happening and what you can do about it.

Highlights of the Episode

Lower back pain in runners

Possible causes of lower back pain

Why is this happening

What can I do about it

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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

197: The 5 Keys to Consistency Apr 29, 2021

Show notes

How do you know if you are being consistent? Is it running 5 days a week? 6 days? Running hard? Running easy all the time? Truth is... consistency looks a little different for everyone.

In this episode, we talk about consistency and why understanding your brain can improve all of our relationships with running days. Understanding how our brain works is even more powerful than motivation. Not only will you BE more consistent, but you will also WANT to get out there and do your training each day! Tell us, what does consistency mean to you?

Highlights of the Episode

Why your brain is working against you

How to rewire your brain for success

How to build new habits

How to eliminate the need for motivation and be consistent

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

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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

196: Benefits of Different Recovery Periods During a Workout Apr 22, 2021

Show notes

We talk all the time about recovering after a hard workout. Recovery is needed for adaptation, so sleep and nutrition matter. What about the recovery during a workout? How long should you break for during an interval session or a strength routine? In this episode, we look at how the body recovers during a workout, and why you may not be getting the results you are aiming for.

Highlights of the Episode

Recovery during a workout

Recovery during strength work

Short and longer recovery

Is yoga good for workout recovery?

Recovery during harder interval runs

How to balance speed and recovery duration

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

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

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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

195: The Must-Knows of Base Building Apr 15, 2021

Show notes

Runners often talk about a base-building phase as though high mileage is the only component. They think of it only as a build up to a longer race, or as something they might "need" to do. Maybe you've heard the term before but don't really understand what it means or why it's used. In this episode, we challenge the idea that base building is only about increasing mileage, and point out some other key components that need to be included in your base building phase. We also encourage all runners to consider a base building phase somewhere in their training year, especially if you've never tried one before. It's a great time to help you build your base as a runner, and to set you up for greater success when race training begins.

Highlights of the Episode

What is base-building?

How do all components of running work together?

When to incorporate a base building cycle

3 components of base building

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

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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

194: Pacing for Racing Apr 08, 2021

Show notes

Have you ever crossed the finish line thinking you should have gone faster because you are not that tired? Have you ever begged for the finish line to be a few miles closer because you went out way too fast? Today we are talking all things pacing. We will cover pacing strategies for races as well as training paces to help you reach your goals. Runners take your marks...go!

Highlights of the Episode

Why is pacing important?

Going out too fast and too slow

What is the best way to pace a race?

How to prepare and run your pace

What about run/walking

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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

193: Overcome Pre-Race Anxiety Apr 01, 2021

Show notes

Races are starting to come back onto the schedule. Whether it is a smaller local race or a major marathon with thousands of runners, racing is returning. With racing can come a major issue for many runners - pre-race nerves. The anxiety around racing has disappeared for the past year, but as runners prepare to pin on their numbers, let's take a look at these jitters and what to do about them.

Highlights of the Episode

What causes fear and nervousness

Better ways to overcome pre-race anxiety

The longer buildup makes the race feel more important

Develop a mental space for a better run

Time trials and virtual races

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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!

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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

192: When To Quit Mar 25, 2021

Show notes

Quitting. It's something we never want to do, but are there times when that might be the best option? How do we know when to push through or pull the plug? In this week's episode, we answer this and some other questions posed to us by our listeners. Tune in to hear the answers!

Highlights of the Episode

How do you bring yourself to go back to running?

How much is enough? When should you stop?

Quick update on our running

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

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

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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

191: How Do Body Image and Gender Stereotypes Affect Runners? Mar 18, 2021

Show notes

How do you see your body? Do you use positive or negative words to describe yourself? When we assess our physical body, we generally do so as a comparison to some image in our head. In this episode, we want to discuss the physical stereotypes cast upon us. We look into how these societal expectations are different for men and women, and how they change over time. We also talk about the idea of loving your body for what it is, and how that can be another unhealthy trap.

Highlights of the Episode

How do you feel about your body?

Gender stereotypes and roles

Physical gender stereotypes

Physical stereotypes with runners

Does the societal physical image fit with the running goal?

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

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

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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

190: Fueling and Nutrition for Runners with Kristy Baumann Mar 15, 2021

Show notes

As runners, we understand that food is more than simple nutrition. Food is fuel. While many runners struggle with their poor relationship with food, the bottom line is that you can't optimize your run and training well if you don't fuel properly.

In this episode, Kristy Baumann, a registered dietitian and marathon runner, shares her wisdom about proper fueling and nutrition for runners. We also talk about her journey through her passion for nutrition and running, strategies for fueling your runner's body, and a lot more!

Highlights of the Episode

Signs of underfueling for runners

Fueling guide every runner should know

Rebuilding your body trust around food

How to gain control of emotional eating

What is proper nutrition for master runners?

Food freedom VS choosing the right quality of food

Fat adapted training for runners

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Kristy is a registered dietitian, marathon runner, and mother to a two-year-old girl. As a new runner, she thought she was eating healthy to support her training. In reality, she was eating too clean and unknowingly was restricting calories, cutting out fat, ignoring hunger signs, food was constantly on her mind and she had a big sweet tooth. These were all signs of underfueling that resulted in recurring injuries and a poor relationship with food.

It was until she began to change her mindset around food, understand the science of nutrition and how the body works that she was able to fuel properly, feel more energized, and improved her running.

Now she is on a mission to spread the message that restricting food and following fad diets are not the answers. Having a positive relationship with food is the foundation of fueling well as a runner.

Connect with Kristy!

@marathon.nutritionist

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To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

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

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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

189: Running in the Middle Mar 11, 2021

Show notes

Many runners head out for a run without worrying about pace or effort. They take off and run and they finish pretty tired. They fall victim to the moderate effort trap. They never run that hard, but they never run that easy. If you have moved to a more polarized approach, remember that moderate effort still deserves a place in your training, and could unlock much greater potential.

Highlights of the Episode

How do you measure your effort?

How does polarized running works?

What about that middle ground?

Middle ground and run/walk

Benefits of polarized running

Thanks for Listening!!

To join the RLR Training Team, click here.

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

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

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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

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