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The Heart Rate Training Series - Episode Four Jan 03, 2014

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In this final episode Richard Diaz will help you assemble all of the critical elements of your marathon training program so that you will run your best race ever! We’ll touch on the 4 phases of training, hydration, feeding and tapering. Don’t miss this one!

The Heart Rate Training Series - Episode three Jan 02, 2014

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This is the 3rd episode of our series on Heart Rate Training for Runners. Listen as our host Richard Diaz, helps you better understand the benefit of Anaerobic Training, which he commonly refers to as “The Dark Side” a key element of your marathon training. Anaerobic training or lactate tolerance training is a kin to taming a wild animal. You will learn when and how to apply and get the most out of these winning training sessions here on The Natural Running Network.

The Heart Rate Training Series - Episode Two Jan 01, 2014

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This is the second of a 4 part series on Heart Rate Training for Runners. Listen as our host Richard Diaz, helps you establish critical elements of training and an easy way to effectively check your progress leading up to your next marathon. Now we get into the nuts and bolts of using heart rate in your training. You will learn when and how to apply aerobic conditioning, how to incorporate effective intervals, how they work together and what time trial mean to your training program here on The Natural Running Network.

The Heart Rate Training Series - Episode One Dec 31, 2013

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This is the first of a 4 part series on Heart Rate Training for Runners. If you don’t train with heart rate, after listening to our host Richard Diaz, you will. Training for your first Marathon or Half Marathon? He’ll teach you to train smarter not harder! Why is heart rate training so important? What will heart rate training do for me? Is there an easier less confusing way to train with heart rate? All of these questions will be answered over the next four episodes here on The Natural Running Network.

The Natural Running Year in Review Dec 27, 2013

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Just a reflection from our host Richard Diaz over some of the interviews we have done in 2013 and a few quick comments before we leave 2013. Looking forward to great things in the New Year!

Barefoot Training for Runners Dec 20, 2013

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Barefoot training is the most effective means of developing a strong, stable, injury freerunning form. Listen as our host Richard Diaz interviews Dr Emily Splichal, Podiatrist and Human Movement Specialist and founder of the Evidence Based Fitness Academy. How do you train when you set out to develop strength? If you are wearing shoes you might want to pay attention to this episode because you are missing out on a wealth of opportunity to train naturally. Dr Emily Splichal is actively involved in barefoot training research and barefoot education as it relates to athletic performance, injury prevention and human movement dysfunction.

The Science of Going Fast with John Cobb Dec 13, 2013

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John Cobb is world renowned for his expertise in aerodynamics, the wind tunnel and as bike fitter to the most competitive triathletes and cyclists in racing. Listen as our host Richard Diaz interviews John Cobb, innovator and founder of Cobb cycling. Anyone who is serious about triathlon or cycling competition has heard of the legendary John Cobb. When you have done all that you can do with your training, all that’s left is how efficiently you can move through space. John Cobb is the master of finding power through positioning and aerodynamics. If you have never heard of John or are eager to hear what he has to say about The Science of going fast, you’ll need to listen in!

Interview with Joe Friel Dec 06, 2013

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Meet Joe Friel, the most sought after Triathlon and Cycling coach in America. This is a rare opportunity as Richard Diaz and Joe Friel discuss training philosophies for runners and triathletes. Learn the importance and role heart rate and power has in training.

Duel in the Sun Revisited Nov 29, 2013

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The Duel in the Sun is the famous battle between Alberto Salazar and Dick Beardsley at the 1982 Boston Marathon. It was an epic battle, one for the history books! Listen as Richard Diaz asks Dick Beardsley to relive his famous enounter with the then world champion Alberto Salazar.

How to Become a Sponsored Pro Athlete Nov 22, 2013

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In the endurance sports world competition is tough, finding sponsors and making a living is even tougher. Join our Host Richard Diaz and guests Sean Watkins-president of Watkins ink., and pro triathleteHeather Jackson as they reveal what it takes to go pro. It’s not enough to be a great athlete, being wise in business, making the right contacts and getting exposure in the right circles are all part of the equation of turning pro. Sean Watkins is the founder and president of Watkins Ink., a sports marketing company with an impressive stable of pro triathletes and cyclists. He is in the business of spotting talent and nurturing careers for some of the best athletes in the world. Heather Jackson, is one of the hottest female triathletes in the world today, coming off of 3 impressive wins this year: 1st Place- Oceanside 70.3 (2013) 1st Place- ESCAPE From Alcatraz Triathlon (2013) 1st Place- Wildflower Triathlon (2013) Do you think you have what it takes to become a sponsored pro athlete? If so, this is a show you do not want to miss!