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Master Of Change: How To Thrive In The Changes Of Your Life With Sustainability Expert Brad Stulberg Sep 06, 2023

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Change. It's something we all experience and grapple with. For athletes, change is a constant, and something that most regularly struggle to handle.

Today, my friend Brad Stulberg returns to the podcast to discuss all things change and his insights on the subject after years of researching the topic.

For those who aren't familiar with Brad, he researches, writes, and coaches on health, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He is the bestselling author of The Practice of Groundedness and co-author of Peak Performance. Stulberg regularly contributes to the New York Times, and his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Sports Illustrated, Outside Magazine, Forbes, and other outlets. He also serves as the co-host of The Growth Equation podcast and is on faculty at the University of Michigan’s Graduate School of Public Health. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes on their mental skills and overall well-being.

In today's episode, Brad dives deep into his research surrounding change. We discuss developing a rugged and flexible mindset, identity, and actions. I learned a lot from this conversation and hope you'll take the time to learn from one of the brightest and most insightful voices in the world today.

You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.

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PROJECT 2:59 Episode 4: Don't Count The Days, Make The Days Count. Sep 04, 2023

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EPISODE 4!

In today's episode, Alex and I recap recent training, go into the intention for the week, being where your feet are, and much more. I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it!

About this series: Introducing Project 2:59!

Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15.

This will be my first attempt at the marathon distance, and I have set the ambitious goal of running 2:59 or faster to break the three-hour barrier and qualify for a future edition of The Boston Marathon.

Coaching me will be Alex Ostberg, a seven-time All-American who holds PRs of 3:58 in the Mile, 7:49 in the 3k, and 13:18 in the 5k. He has a Bachelor's Degree in human biology, a minor in psychology, and a master's in public health.

I will take you behind the scenes on my training, mindset, and more each week via podcast with Alex. We will dive into the ins and outs of marathon training, seeking to provide you value along the way.

I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before!

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

S H O W N O T E S

-SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠⁠

-Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠⁠

-Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠⁠

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

High School Sensation Jane Hedengren Shares Her Story, Running 4:35 In The Mile As A Sophomore, & Future Goals Sep 02, 2023

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Today on the podcast is one of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the country, Jane Hedengren!

This past sophomore year, she set state records in the 1600-meter run, the mile, the 3000, and 2-mile this past season and swept the 800, 1600 and 3200 at the Class 5A state meet, leading her school to the state title. Hedengren clocked her state-best mile and 2-mile times, respectively, in a four-day span with victories at the Brooks PR Invitational (4:35.69) and Nike Outdoor Nationals (9:54.38). Her mile time ranked No. 1 among girls' prep competitors in 2023 and No. 8 in outdoor history. The 2-mile clocking ranked No. 3 nationally this spring and set a new sophomore national record. Her 9:24.56 in the 3,000 at the Penn Relays, where she took second, ranked No. 2 in the nation, and she secured her fourth state record by winning the 1600 at the BYU Invitational in 4:43.14.

In today's conversation, Jane shares her story and all that has led her to this place of excellence. We dive into her start into the sport, her electric track season, building confidence, this upcoming season, and more. I hope you all take the chance to tune in and hear from one of the top rising stars in the nation!

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NCAA Champ, Team USA Member, & 3:51 Miler Joe Waskom Shares Stories From His Triumphs Aug 31, 2023

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Today on the podcast is one of the most accomplished NCAA runners of all-time (and he's not done yet!), Joe Waskom.

If you're not familiar with Joe, he boasts an impressive track and field career highlighted by his numerous achievements. In 2023, he secured the Silver Medal at the U.S. Outdoor Championships and earned the title of NCAA Runner-Up at 1,500-Meters. His dedication to the sport has earned him multiple recognitions, including 2023 All-America First Team honors for both the 1,500m outdoor, the Mile, and Distance Medley Relay indoor events. He was the 2022 NCAA Champion at 1,500-Meters and the 2022 Pac-12 1,500m Champion. Waskom's personal records include a blazing 3:34.64 in the 1,500m, and a 3:51.90 school record in the Mile. He's made his mark not only athletically but also academically, earning a spot on the USTFCCCA All-Academic Team multiple times and receiving Pac-12 Spring Academic Honor Roll distinctions. Joe's commitment to excellence extends beyond the track, making him a well-rounded student-athlete.

In today's conversation, Joe and I have a wide-ranging conversation on all things his career and successful past few years. We dive into his upbringing in the sport all the way up to his most recent performance at the 2023 World Track & Field Championships. Today's episode was one for the books, and I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did!

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

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-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠

An Inside Look At Being A World Class Athletic Trainer With Sarah Bair-Cross; Athletic Trainer For The Brooks Beasts Aug 29, 2023

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Today on the podcast is Sarah Bair-Cross!

You've heard of the Brooks Beast, and I'm almost certain you've heard of your new World Champion in the 1500m, Josh Kerr. What do they have in common? Their athletic trainer, Sarah Bair-Cross.

Today's conversation tells the story of how Sarah rose to prominence in her field of work and all the incredible work she is doing in the present day to get her athletes as far as possible in this sport. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and hearing Sarah's story. I hope you all enjoy it as much as we did having it!

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

S H O W N O T E S

-GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

PROJECT 2:59 Episode 3: How To Build Confidence, Detachment From Outcome, & Jakob Ingebrigtsen Aug 27, 2023

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EPISODE 3!

In today's episode, I recap the last week of training, which included some big positives, and another low, all things confidence, a little World Champs discussion, and which is better a good coach or training partner. I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it!

About this series: Introducing Project 2:59!

Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15.

I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before!

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

S H O W N O T E S

-SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠

-Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠

-Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

NAU's Coach Jarred Cornfield On Creating A Culture Of Excllence | Lessons From Winning Six NCAA Titles In Seven Years + Coaching Nico Young, Abdi Nur, Luis Grijalva & More. Aug 25, 2023

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Today on the podcast is NAU's Assistant Coach Jarred Cornfield!

Coach Cornfield, with a background in Sports Management and a master's degree in Educational Leadership from NAU, has spent eight years at Northern Arizona University, progressing from a Graduate Assistant Coach to his current role as an Assistant Coach, specializing in distance and mid-distance running. His coaching prowess is evident through his instrumental contributions to the Lumberjack teams' multiple victories at the Big Sky Championships and NCAA National Championships. Notably, he helped guide athletes like Luis Grijalva, Drew Bosley, Nico Young, and Abdihamid Nur to impressive feats, including NCAA titles and Olympic participation. Under his guidance, the men's track & field and cross country teams have achieved remarkable success, culminating in championship wins and numerous All-America honors.

In today's conversation, I pick Coach Cornfield's brain on a plethora of subjects relating to NAU's success and his experience as a coach. I learned a ton from this conversation, and have already listened to it twice, learning something new every time. I hope you all take the time to listen to this episode as I know you'll learn from it immensely!

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

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Dream On: Stanford's Juliette Whittaker Shares Her Pursuit Of Greatness Aug 23, 2023

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Today's episode is one I've been wanting to make happen for over a year now!

I have the extreme privilege of speaking with Juliette Whittaker.

Juliette is an exceptional athlete who competes for Stanford University. Throughout her collegiate career at Stanford so far, she has garnered numerous accolades, including winning the NCAA indoor distance medley relay championship in 2023 and being named a four-time All-American. She's claimed titles like the Pac-12 800 champion and Pac-12 Women's Track and Field Freshman of the Year in 2023. Juliette's impressive athletic record extends to her time as a U.S. under-20 800 champion and a national high school outdoor record-holder for the 800 meters. Her exceptional personal bests, including a 1:59.04 in the 800 and a 4:12.49 in the 1,500 meters, have solidified her as a top performer. Notably, she's earned the Stanford Athletics Board Conference Athlete of the Year award and has excelled academically, making the USTFCCCA All-Academic list and being named to the Pac-12 Academic Honor Roll. Juliette's accomplishments, from setting records to winning championships, speak to her dedication and remarkable talent in the world of track and field.

Juliette was also On Running's first NCAA NIL deal.

In today's conversation, Juliette shares her story, her dominance in high-school, reflections from her Freshman year at Stanford, and much more! I hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did having it.

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

S H O W N O T E S

-GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠

PROJECT 2:59 Episode 2: Injuries: The Practical, Scientific, and Everything In-Between To Beat Your Next Injury Aug 21, 2023

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EPISODE 2!

Today is all about (or 90% about, I suppose) injuries. I had a little hiccup last week, so Alex and I thought this was the perfect opportunity to address the topic that I'm sure you are all too familiar with: injuries. I first recap the little hiccup I had over the weekend before picking Alex's brain on all things injuries. I hope you find as much value from this conversation as I did! Share with a friend if you're reading this (: and leave a comment below on Spotify to let me know your thoughts on how you liked this episode!

About this series: Introducing Project 2:59!

Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15.

I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before!

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

S H O W N O T E S

-SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠

-Final Surge's Website: ⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠

-Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

-Good To Go (book mentioned in episode): https://www.amazon.com/Good-Go-Athlete-Strange-Recovery/dp/039325433X

The Dark Side Of The Sport With Sam Parsons | An Honest Look At The Highs & Lows Of Running Aug 19, 2023

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You ask, we deliver. Sam Parsons is back on the podcast.

Professional runner for Tinman Elite, Adidas, and Germany. Sam holds PRs of 3:36.22 (1500m), 3:55.81 (Mile), 7:44.43 (3k), 13:12.78 (5k), and was a World Championships finalist in the 5k last year. He is also the Creative Director for his team, Tinman Elite, and probably your favorite follow on Strava currently.

Sam is competing in the 2023 World Championships this upcoming week in Budapest, representing Germany.

In today's episode, Sam recaps a wild past six months and all that has happened. While many professional runners only share the highlight reel of their career, Sam is one of the few who is willing to dive deep into the dark side of the sport. Today's conversation was extremely enlightening through Sam sharing his journey over the past few months. We also dive into his famous "bee-sting workout" and if he'll return for Payday at 5th Ave.

Needless to say, you will not want to miss this one. It is a banger.

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

S H O W N O T E S

-GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠

-Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/par_sam_sons/

-Sam's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/sam-parsons-54176296