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Ask the Yogi Runners 2 with Susie Stephen and Julia Hanlon Jan 24, 2015

Show notes

Ask the Yogi Runners is a new bi-monthly series on Running On Om hosted by Julia Hanlon and Susie Stephen.

In each episode we aim to answer some of the most frequently asked questions that we have received, as yoga teachers, runners and coaches – about the separate activities of yoga and running and also how to combine the two. In our second episode, we first recap Susie’s experience as a volunteer at the HURT 100 mile race on Oahu, Hawaii and her upcoming marathon plans. We then dive into questions about whether runners can pass the point of healthy flexibility and the role of heated yoga in runner’s training.

We would love to answer your yoga and running related questions— feel free to comment on the podcast post or send an email to asktheyogirunners@gmail.com with them!

AYR Episode 2 Challenge: When have you called upon your yoga practice on a run? Post your answer on Twitter and/or Instagram with text and/or a photo with the hashtag #asktheyogirunners

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EPISODE LINKS

Susie’s The Long Run Lifestyle Website
Susie’s The Long Run Lifestyle Podcast

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Ame Wren on the Art of Yoga Teaching Jan 23, 2015

Show notes

Ame Wren is a Boston-based yoga teacher and director of Boston Yoga School

In the episode, Ame tells the story of why she started practicing yoga. She reflects on the importance of saying yes in her path to becoming a yoga teacher. Ame discusses the power of the Boston yoga community. She reveals some of her self-care practice and how she fits in time to study with her favorite teachers. She explores how Iyengar yoga influences her teaching of Vinyasa yoga. Ame offers her perspective on the difference between yoga teaching versus yoga instructing and provides advice for those interested in enrolling in a yoga teacher training. Lastly, Ame investigates how the practice of letting go makes space in the New Year and previews trainings and retreats on her 2015 calendar.

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EPISODE LINKS

Ame's Website
Ame's Facebook
Boston Yoga School's Website
Boston Yoga School's Facebook
Ame's Twitter: @AmeWrenYoga
Ame's Instagram: @amewren
Boston Yoga School's Twitter: @BostonYogaSkool

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Melody Fairchild on Running as a Life Process Jan 21, 2015

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Melody Fairchild, professional runner, coach, and motivational speaker.

In the episode, Melody tells the story of how she started running as a young girl in the canyon where she lived. She reflects on the motivating factors that fueled her successful high school career. Melody discusses how pressure affected her running performance, calling upon the memory of her final race of her collegiate career. She shares how the pain in her body introduced her to the holistic work of cortical field re-education. Melody offers techniques for those struggling with a compulsive relationship with running. She tells anecdotes of her recent experiences running in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Rwanda. Lastly, Melody reveals her goals for 2015, including races on her calendar and explorations in writing.

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EPISODE LINKS

Melody's Website
Melody's Twitter: @melodyfairchild
Melody's Instagram: @melodyfairchild
Melody's Facebook

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Gillian Gibree on Practicing Yoga on Water Jan 16, 2015

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Gillian Gebree is a yoga teacher, professional ocean sports athlete, and owner of Paddle into Fitness

In the episode, Gillian describes where her love of the ocean began from her childhood on Cape Cod. She explains what is stand up paddle board (SUP) yoga and the actual logistics of practicing yoga on the water. Gillian reflects on her most memorable teaching moment of 2014. She explores how she navigates the challenges of being self-employed and balancing her teaching with competing. Gillian reviews the different styles of water racing she participates in, and which discipline she likes the most. She shares on how she stays motivated in her training. Gillian offers insight on the practice of presence in water sports and yoga. Lastly, Gillian reveals whats on her yoga teaching and racing calendars in 2015.

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EPISODE LINKS

Gillian's Website
Gillian's Facebook
Gillian's Instagram: @gilliangibree
Gillian's Twitter: @gilliangibree
Paddle Into Fitness Website
Paddle Into Fitness Facebook
Paddle Into Fitness Instagram: @paddlefitness
Paddle Into Fitness Twitter: @paddlefitness

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Haile Gebrselassie (Short Version Interview) Jan 14, 2015

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I edited my ROO Podcast #89 with Haile Gebrselassie for a project at the Oral History Winter School. Our assignment was to produce a short piece from a longer interview that would be aired on WGXC 90.7-FM in New York.

This almost four minute piece tells Haile’s running story. Haile Gebrselassie is one of the greatest distance runners in history, and now business and father. I encourage you to listen to the unedited interview, ROO Podcast #89, to hear Haile’s full story.

I plan to edit other ROO interviews to give listeners a preview of the longer interviews— let me know any feedback/comments you have on this style of ROO!

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EPISODE LINKS

Haile's Twitter: @hailegebr
Haile's IAAF Page
Haile's Wikipedia Page

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Ask the Yogi Runners 1 with Susie Stephen and Julia Hanlon Jan 10, 2015

Show notes

Ask the Yogi Runners is a new bi-monthly show on Running On Om hosted by Julia Hanlon and Susie Stephen

In each episode we aim to answer some of the most frequently asked questions that we have received, as yoga teachers, runners and coaches – about the separate activities of yoga and running and also how to combine the two. In our first episode, after a few introductions and scene setting conversations, we dive into questions about how to begin a yoga practice, and if you’re a runner, how to include yoga with the demands of a training plan.

We would love to answer your yoga and running related questions— feel free to comment on the podcast post or send an email to asktheyogirunners@gmail.com with them!

AYR Episode 1 Challenge: What is your favorite yoga pose and why? Post your answer on Twitter and/or Instagram with text and/or a photo with the hashtag #asktheyogirunners

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EPISODE LINKS

ROO Podcast #1 with Susie (Susie was Julia’s first ROO interviewee!
Susie’s The Long Run Lifestyle Website
Susie’s The Long Run Lifestyle Podcast

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Sarah Baumert on Finding Home on Your Yoga Mat Jan 07, 2015

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Sarah Baumert is a yoga teacher and dancer.

In the episode, Sarah explains how she discovered yoga at the age of nine years old in a Nebraska bookstore. She tells the story of falling love with dance in her youth through the guidance of her passionate teacher. Sarah reflects on how yoga became a therapy for her body from the many hours of dancing at the University of Minnesota. She discusses what motivated her to become a yoga teacher. Sarah provides insight on the connection between yoga and dancing and how they complement one another in her life. She reveals challenges she faces in her own yoga practice. Sarah offers techniques for overcoming lack of motivation to get on one’s yoga mat and advice for those intimated to try yoga. Lastly, Sarah shares her teaching and life plans for 2015.

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EPISODE LINKS

Sarah's Website
Sarah's Yoga Podcasts
Sarah's Facebook

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Chris Vargo on Professional Ultra Running and Overcoming Alcoholism Dec 29, 2014

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Chris Vargo is a professional ultra trail runner and running coach.

In the episode, Chris provides his background in endurance sports before he started running. He discusses on his Nike Trail Team sponsorship and the team’s mission. Chris explains what motivated him to become a running coach. He explores the connection between addiction and running. Chris shares his perspective on the drinking culture in the trail running community. He reflects on how his running coaching has also served as a platform for him to help people with alcoholism. Chris describes his journey overcoming alcoholism and the turning point in his recovery. He looks back at his year of racing in 2014 and the importance of active-recovery after one’s racing season is over. Lastly, Chris previews races on his calendar for 2015.

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EPISODE LINKS

Chris' Website
Chris' Facebook
Chris' Twitter: @thevargo
Chris' Instagram: @chris_vargo

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Eric Ahern on Rediscovering Competitive Running Dec 24, 2014

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Eric Ahern is a long-distance runner who trains, lives, and works in the Boston area.

In the episode, Eric discusses how he started running in high school and then how he returned to running in his adulthood after many years of exploring the outdoors in other mediums. He tells the unique story of how surfing inspired him to try running again. Eric reflects on the power of a running community in inspiring you to train. He demonstrates the similarities between tapping into the flow state in surfing and running. Eric offers a recap of his recent North Face Endurance Challenge 50 mile race and the highs and lows you can experience in a race that long. He looks back at his successful year of racing in 2014 and reveals whats ahead for 2015. Eric explains how the middle school students he teaches react to his running ultras and his secret to balancing training and work: run to work! Lastly, Eric provides insight on cultivating a sense of acceptance in one’s running journey.

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EPISODE LINKS

Eric's Ultra Signup Results
Eric's Athlinks Profile
Eric's Interviews on the DFL Podcast (#11, 13, 37)
Eric's Member of Trail Running Club

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Sarah Bard on Finding the Inspiration to Explore New Distances Dec 22, 2014

Show notes

Sarah Bard is an accomplished runner who lives, works, and trains in the Boston area.

In the episode, Sarah shares the story behind why started running in middle school. She describes the influence of her coaches in her running development from the tough workouts of her high school coach to the wisdom of her college coach. Sara recalls her most memorable race in college: running the Boston Marathon in her senior year and the challenges she faced during it. She advocates the importance of mental and physical breaks from competitive running. Sarah provides insight from her experience balancing her social life and training. She discusses finding the inspiration to explore new distances with her first ultra-distance race this Fall. Sara recounts her recent win at the JFK 50-miler, which was her first ultra marathon! Lastly, Sarah reveals her favorite local running routes and previews races for 2015.

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EPISODE LINKS

Sarah's Blog
Sarah's Twitter: @sarahjbard

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

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