Running On Om

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Blake Russell on Balancing Professional Running and Motherhood Aug 27, 2014

Show notes

Blake Russell is a professional runner, Olympian, mother, and writer.

In this episode, Blake discusses her background in running and how she navigated the transition from high school to collegiate running. She recaps a breakthrough race in the 1500 from her time at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Blake recounts of her experience competing at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She reveals how she dealt with the disappointment of not qualifying for the 2004 Olympic Team. Blake offers three lessons she has learned from her renowned Coach Robert Sevene. She provides tangible tips on proper running form. Blake explains how she balances motherhood and training. She shares her favorite workouts and upcoming races on her calendar. Lastly, Blake gives her perspective on strength training: a little bit can go a long way!

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EPISODE LINKS

Blake's Blog
Blake's Twitter: @Blakerun
Blake's Facebook Page

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Andy Wacker on the Power of Motivation in Running and Racing Aug 25, 2014

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Andy Wacker is a Boulder-based professional road and mountain runner.

In this episode, Andy discusses his background in running from why he started running in middle school to competing in high school. He recaps the transition from high school to collegiate running and recounts his biggest breakthrough race in college where he ran 13:41 in the 5k. Andy shares three central lessons he learned from Mark Wetmore, his renowned coach at the University of Colorado. He explains how he stayed motivated on a long-road back from an injury. Andy reveals why he started mountain racing and reflections on his recent third place finish at the Pikes Peak Ascent. He offers his favorite running spots and reads, including the craziest animals he has seen on a run! Lastly, Andy previews upcoming races and goals.

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EPISODE LINKS

Andy's Facebook
Andy's Twitter: @wackerandy

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Ann Gaffigan on Mental Strength in Running and Life Aug 21, 2014

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Ann Gaffigan is a former American Record Holder in the Steeplechase, Co-Founder of Women Talk Sports, and business owner.

In this episode, Ann discusses her background in athletics from balancing competitive soccer and running throughout high school to the transition from high school to collegiate running. She reflects on being apart of history as she ran the steeplechase the first year the NCAA had it as a women’s event. Ann reveals the power of mental strength in her 2004 Olympic Trials Race, in which she set the former American Record. She describes how she turned the disappointment of her 2008 Olympic Trials Race to constructive action as she has helped raise awareness for gender equality in women’s athletics. Ann explains how Women Talk Sports is changing the face of women’s athletics. She offers advice on how to balance motherhood, training, and work. Lastly, Ann previews upcoming projects for her web development business, Gazelle Incorporated.

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EPISODE LINKS

Ann's Twitter: @anngaff
Ann's Company, Gazelle Incorporated Webite
Women Talk Sports Website
Steeple Chics Website
Ann's Client, Lashinda Demus' Website

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Danielle Hunt on Finding Happiness in Running and Coaching Aug 18, 2014

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Danielle Hunt is a runner for the Oiselle Team and Colgate University Women's Cross Country and Track and Field coach.

In this episode, Danielle gives her background in athletics from field hokey and alpine skiing to eventually running in high school. She discusses how perseverance and hard work allowed her to run in college and her journey running at the renowned Northern Arizona University Program. Danielle provides insight on what is means to be a coach: finding happiness in the joy of others. She describes her experience running and racing for the Oiselle Team. Danielle shares three tips for staying injury-free. Lastly, Danielle previews upcoming races on her calendar and what excites her about her new position as Women's Head Cross Country at Colgate University.

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EPISODE LINKS

Danielle's Blog
Danielle's Twitter: @dannigrl88
Danielle's Oiselle Athlete Page

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Lisa Hamilton on Running, Training, and Racing Consciously Aug 13, 2014

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Lisa Hamilton is an accomplished master’s runner, coach, and host of the Conscious Runner Podcast.

In this episode, Lisa discusses her background in athletics from swimming competitively throughout her youth in St. Croix to discovering running in college. She reveals what she prefers-- track or cross country. Lisa recounts her most mentally challenging race and proudest race. She explains what being a “conscious runner” means and why she began the Conscious Runner podcast. Lisa provides insight on the relationship between spirituality and competition in running. She gives her perspective on balancing motherhood, work, and training. Lisa reflects on breakthroughs in the athletes she coaches and the importance of strength training. Lastly, Lisa shares upcoming races on her schedule and tips on how to stay motivated as a runner.

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EPISODE LINKS

Conscious Runner Blog
Conscious Runner Facebook
Conscious Runner Twitter: @ConsciousRunner
Conscious Runner YouTube Channel
Conscious Runner Podcast on iTunes

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Daniel Herrera on the Power of Visualization when Running and Racing Aug 07, 2014

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Daniel Herrera is an accomplished collegiate runner for UCLA.

In this episode, Daniel shares his running background from middle school to how he knew he wanted to take running to the next level in high school and then again in college. Daniel details the elements that make a strong runner. He explains how an injury began his journey with visualization and the role of visualization in success and failure. Daniel reflects on his 1500 meter race at the USA Outdoor Championships in June 2014 and how visualization helped him in his race. He discusses the role of sacrifice in elite distance running and previews his goals for this upcoming year.

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EPISODE LINKS

Daniel's Instagram: @corredaniel
Daniel's UCLA Athlete Page
Video of Daniel's 1500 meter USA Outdoor Championships in June 2014

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Krissy Moehl on Ultra-Trail Running Adventures and Community Aug 04, 2014

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Krissy Moehl is a professional ultra trail runner.

In this episode, Krissy discusses her running background from high school through how she found ultrarunning as a senior in college working at Seattle Running Company. She shares what her first ultra, the Chuckanut 50k, taught her: never stop smiling. Krissy explains her work as longtime race director of the Chuckanut 50k. She describes one of the most memorable races of her career. Krissy gives the inside scoop on why Scott Jurek, a longtime friend of hers, is also her mentor. She recaps her recent FKT attempt of the John Muir Trail and how she plans to recover from the adventure. She reflects on how the ultra-trail running community inspires her and reveals upcoming travels and trail running adventures. Lastly, she provides advice for those new to running.

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EPISODE LINKS

Krissy's Website
Krissy's Facebook
Krissy's Twitter: @krissymoehl
Kirssy's Instagram: @krissymoehl
Krissy's Patagonia Ambassador Page
Krissy's Ultraspire Ambassador Page

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Jessica Harper on the Steeplechase and Sisterhood of the Oiselle Team Aug 02, 2014

Show notes

Jessica Harper is one of the original members of the Oiselle Team, steeplechaser, and Community Engagement Manager for Reading Partners.

In this episode, Jessica discusses how she joined the Oiselle Team in 200. She provides her background in running from why she joined cross country in high school to running collegiately at Western Oregon University. Jessica reveals her three favorite aspects of the steeplechase. She shares her most memorable race has been in her Oiselle singlet. Jessica explains her journey coaching herself and how she is inspired by the Oiselle Team. She explains her running goals for herself in the upcoming future and her favorite eats and books.

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EPISODE LINKS

Jessica's Twitter: @harperjess
Jessica's Instagram: @harperje

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Sage Canaday and Sandi Nypaver Adventures in Running and Health Aug 01, 2014

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Sage Canaday and Sandi Nypaver are professional ultra-trail-mountain runners and coaches.

In this episode, Sage and Sandi recount the story of how they met. Sandi gives her running background and what inspired her to sign up for her first 100-miler. They describe one another in three words. Sage and Sandi recount their wins in the North Face Endurance Challenge in Costa Rica and explain how they support each other when racing. They discuss the balance between training together and by themselves. Sage and Sandi provide a glimpse into what it is like to have a coaching business together. Lastly, they share how they have shaped each others nutrition.

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EPISODE LINKS

Sage's Website
Sandi's Website
Sage's Youtube Channel
Sandi's YouTube Channel
Sage's Facebook
Sage's Twitter: @sagecanaday
Sage's Instagram: @sagecanaday
V02 Max Productions Company: Filmmaking & Coaching
Sage's individual interview on ROO Podcast #39

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For more information and additional content visit runningonom.com

Laura Hugo on Navigating Running, Motherhood, and Work Jul 31, 2014

Show notes

Laura Hugo is a runner for the Oiselle Team, mother, and educational consultant.

In this episode, Laura discusses her background in athletics as competitive collegiate swimmer. She explains how she was inspired to start running-- from her college roommate, former American record holder in the steeplechase, Ann Gaffigan. Lauren explains what it means to run for Oiselle and her favorite distance, the 5k. She reveals how motherhood and pregnancy has changed her relationship to running and tips on training with a stroller. Laura provides insight on how to schedule running workouts as a working mother. She shares why she looks up to Lauren Fleshman, another Oiselle Team athlete. Lastly, Laura previews upcoming races and goals.

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