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4 Secret Strategies to Get Really Good at Running Jan 28, 2022

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How do you advance from being a good runner to a really good runner? You're not a beginner runner any more and you are ready to take it to the next level and stretch to your potential.

On today's Run to the Top, I'm going to share the 4 tricks I learned to get really good at running, which includes…

How to break through a running plateau when your performance is stuck
How to safely accelerate your training to reach new milestones, and
What warning signs to look out for as you advance
I'll also share my own story of how I was able to break out of a nearly 2 year marathon plateau and finally run sub-three marathon!

If you're stuck at a plateau or just want to take your running up a notch, this is a must listen

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Ask yourself - do you get enough green veggies each day?

I'll admit, I don't. It's tough to fit all of those greens in with an active and busy lifestyle.

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The Evolution of Women's Running with Danielle Friedman Jan 26, 2022

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It wasn't too long ago that running, or really any exercise at all, for women was considered "unladylike". Luckily, that's changed, but there still exists a complicated relationship between a woman's body, exercise, and how it's viewed around the world. In this interview, we dive deep into this fascinating subject with journalist Danielle Friedman, author of Let's Get Physical. Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month!

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Should You Run When Sick? When not to run and how to modify your training Jan 21, 2022

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With it being cold and flu season (and still in the midst of a pandemic), how should you adjust your running if you get sick?

Do you need to stop completely, merely adjust your hard training days, or something more?

On today's Run to the Top we discuss…

when it's okay to exercise when you are sick,
what precautions and modifications you should make to your routine,
when it's not a good idea to run, and
how long it takes to return to fitness after some time off

This is a really helpful episode if you're on the fence about how to adjust your training when and if you get sick.

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Making Running More Inclusive: Interview with India Cook Jan 19, 2022

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India Cook is a mentor on the board of advisors of the Coaches of Color Initiative, founded by Matt Fitzgerald's 80/20 Endurance Team with the goal of improving diversity in endurance sports.

India and I go into the details of the project and touch on how the world of recreational endurance running is beginning to change for the better. She is an uplifting and inspirational person to talk to and I know you are going to love this conversation as much as I did.

With her background in mental health, she has a unique perspective on helping runners of all ages and ethnicities run confidently in any phase of their lives.

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This week's show brought to you by: Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers.

Supplementing with magnesium before you go to bed has been shown in scientific studies to…

Increase in muscle oxygenation during high intensity exercise
Reduce inflammation
Significantly improve sleep quality
Improve aerobic exercise capacity when training.

When you're looking for a magnesium supplement, make sure you take one that is organic and has all 7 unique forms of magnesium.

Workouts to Race Your First or Best 5k Jan 14, 2022

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Whether you're training for your first 5k or looking for those last few workout secrets to help you blast a new PR, this episode is for you.

Coach Claire will help you…

Understand the specific physiological demands of the 5k and why it matters
Give you specific workouts based on your goal
Discuss some racing techniques that will help you turn in your best performance yet.

Ready to run your best 5k? Today's episode is here to help!

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Ask yourself - do you get enough green veggies each day?

I'll admit, I don't. It's tough to fit all of those greens in with an active and busy lifestyle.

But getting in your fruits + veggies is SO crucial as a distance runner for recovery, digestion, and optimal performance.

That means fewer stomach issues, more focus and energy throughout the day (because the workday matters just as much as the morning run), and overall ... just feeling healthier.

Get 5 BONUS travel packs and a year's supply of Vitamin D when you order at athleticgreens.com/rttt. Get yours now!

Achieving Your Potential and Wellness as an Older Runner with Running Legend Amby Burfoot Jan 12, 2022

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Unlike runners in their 20s and 30s, older runners are often walking that tightrope between performance, potential and overall health and wellness.

Running is still a battle to perform your best, but we're also running for our health and overall well-being.

That's why we're thrilled to have legendary runner and writer Amby Burfoot on our podcast to discuss the key ingredients to running happy, maximizing potential, and staying healthy as we get older.

In this episode, we cover…

What are the key ingredients to being a runner for life?
Why do some runners "defy age" and what are their secrets?
Once we realize that we can't run/train the way we could when we were younger, what's your advice for staying motivated?
What are some of the most common mistakes runners make as they get older?
What about nutrition needs for older runners? Does that need to change as well?

These answers and much, much more from one of the most influential runners and writers of the last few decades.

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This week's show brought to you by: Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers.

Supplementing with magnesium before you go to bed has been shown in scientific studies to…

Increase in muscle oxygenation during high intensity exercise
Reduce inflammation
Significantly improve sleep quality
Improve aerobic exercise capacity when training.

When you're looking for a magnesium supplement, make sure you take one that is organic and has all 7 unique forms of magnesium.

Are you ready to actually achieve your goals? The 5 stages of behavior change Jan 07, 2022

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As New Year's resolutions start to face their first test after the first easy week, were you doomed to fail from the start?

Behavioral scientists suggest that true behavior change comes in 5 stages. So, are or were you in the right stage to actually make long-term changes and achieve your goals?

Listen to this week's show to see if you're ready and to learn how to take meaningful steps towards achieving your goals.

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Is Running Good and Bad for Your Heart? Jan 05, 2022

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We've all heard stories about runners who've collapsed during a race from a heart issue. The question is, are these instances a statistically anomaly or does training hard actually increase our risk of heart issues?

Dr. Erin Michos, Associate Professor of Medicine within the Division of Cardiology at Johns Hopkins, is on our show today to answer…

Who is at risk for a cardiac event while running?
How much running is good for your heart? Is there such a thing as too much? Are marathoners and ultra runners at a higher risk for cardiac events?
Are women's hearts different than men's?
Why some runners seem to have higher heart rates when running than others. What are the signs and symptoms of a problem with our hearts?
What other nutritional guidelines should athletes follow for heart health?

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This week's show brought to you by Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers.

Supplementing with magnesium before you go to bed has been shown in scientific studies to…

Increase in muscle oxygenation during high intensity exercise
Reduce inflammation
Significantly improve sleep quality
Improve aerobic exercise capacity when training.

When you're looking for a magnesium supplement, make sure you take one that is organic and has all 7 unique forms of magnesium.

How to Plan an Optimal Year of Training and Racing Dec 31, 2021

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It's the start of the new year and of course that means reflection and goal planning.

So, on today's Run to the Top, I'm going to go over how to plan the optimal year of training and why it's critical to do this now. You'll learn:

what happens when you don't make a strategic plan for your goals,
how and when to mix up your distances and your training, and
what a well-planned yearly calendar looks like for marathoners, half marathoners, and 5k or 10k racers.

If you've struggled to make constant progress or find yourself in a constant cycle of lack of motivation and excited about training, this is the perfect lesson for you.

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