208: What's the Point?
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
2y ago
Ever get into a training rhythm that feels good but out of nowhere it just hits you - why am I doing this?  The Olympic Trials got me thinking about putting in the work and not getting the outward-facing goal.  There are lots of feel-good stories and interviews with athletes making the team, but what about the athlete that just misses?  What about the athlete that finished last?  Is it worth all of the work?  Why do we do uncomfortable things?   Highlights of the Episode   The Olympic Trials are amazing, inspiring, and heartbreaking Why go through the pain? T ..read more
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207: Are You Getting Enough Recovery?
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
2y ago
Have you noticed the number of new devices and apps popping up that will help you track your recovery?  There is a saying that if you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it.  With this in mind, wearable company’s have found more and more aspects of our bodies that they can measure.  Do the numbers actually help optimize our recovery better than an honest personal assessment about how we are feeling?   Highlights of the Episode   Growth is equal to stress plus rest Benefits of sleep tracker Sleep is the ultimate restoring factor Recovery following exercise Measuring you ..read more
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206: Race Training With A Physically Demanding Job
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
2y ago
Wouldn’t it be great if we could just take a break from life for the next 9 months and build a beautiful multi-phased training plan filled with consistent build-up and plentiful recovery?  How does a training plan get created and executed when running is not the only aspect of your life? While illness and vacation can sometimes throw a wrench in our plans, what about when our job creates its own physical challenge?   Highlights of the Episode   Honesty is the key to personal training Multiple aspects of having a plan Train your mind, body and skills Balancing physically demandin ..read more
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205: Am I Ready for a Half Marathon?
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
3y ago
Races are coming back.  Before you just sign up for the first one available, consider how long it will take you to be prepared for the race.  In this episode, we dive into one of our favorite distances, the half marathon.  We break down training strategies and timelines based on whether this will be your first ever, your first in a while, or a repeat race when you are chasing a personal best.    Highlights of the Episode   What should you bring to the starting line Runner’s endurance and long, slow run adaptations How long is this going to take? What is your goal ..read more
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204: How Polarized Training Can Make You Run Faster
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
3y ago
One of our key principles of training is that your running cannot all stay at the same pace.  One of the training terms thrown around quite a bit is polarized training.  In this episode, we look at what polarized training actually entails, what the research suggests about alternate styles of training, as well as if and how to incorporate this style of training into your own running.    Highlights of the Episode   Levels and Methods of training Polarized vs pyramidal How is this useful to you? Personal adaptations   Thanks for Listening!! To join the RLR Training T ..read more
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203: Your First Half Marathon
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
3y ago
The half marathon is such a wonderful race distance.  It is long enough that you need to put in months of training to perform well, but it is short enough that you do not need to abandon all work and family obligations to devote yourself to increased mileage and a weekend long run that can get grueling while prepping for a marathon.  In this episode, we cover how to set yourself up for success whether you are looking to complete your first half marathon or improve on your last race.    Highlights of the Episode   When should you start training for a half marathon? &nbs ..read more
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202: Improve Your Running Form to Race Faster
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
3y ago
The way we look when we run can be remarkably distinguishable to other runners who have known us for a while.  As races get going again, this is a good reminder that while running form can be improved and optimized, there are plenty of runners out there with less than “perfect form” putting up strong race results.  In this episode, we cover running form while racing and the adage that running form will simply improve with more running.    Highlights of the Episode   Kevin ran a race this weekend First mass start live race since January 2020 What does racing have to do ..read more
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201: Running Through the Ages
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
3y ago
As runners, many of us are looking to improve in some manner.  Some of us are looking to improve consistency.  This may rely on adding enjoyment or removing pain.  Some of us are trying to run faster or farther.  This can rely on appropriate training and planning.  Given enough time, a training plan will create enough adaptations to your body that you can survive whatever new challenge you undertake.  A big key in this process is making sure your body can handle the workload by making sure your body is moving correctly and your muscles have both the strength and e ..read more
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200: The Runner's Journey
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
3y ago
We know the immense benefits that running can bring to us, both physically and mentally, and we want other people to experience that without all of the aches, pains, and frustrations. To be able to take charge of their physical and mental health and train in a way that’s right for them. Here's the secret that we've learned on our running journey and after coaching runners for 15 years: Training your mind, body, and skills is the MOST EFFECTIVE way to be a successful runner. Without all 3, you will never reach your full potential as a runner and will always fall short of your goals. Today we ta ..read more
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199: Breathing for Runners
Real Life Runners Podcast
by Angie and Kevin Brown
3y ago
Breathing is essential for life.  We all know that. Today we want to talk about the importance of the breath, both when we are running and when we are not running.  How important is breath control? What techniques can we use to improve our breathing?   Highlights of the Episode   Two ways to think about breathing Breathing through your mouth vs nose Techniques for breathing Breathing while running and exercising   Thanks for Listening!! To join the RLR Training Team, click here.  To download our FREE strength guide for runners, click here.   To join ..read more
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