In this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we speak with RunBuzz Running community member, Jessica Johnson. Jessica shares her running journey and running tips with us and describes how she went from a middle school/high school track athlete to distance runner as an adult. All this and more coming up on today's show.

In this episode of the RunBuzz Running podcast, I share several tips to help you stay safe on your next run. From safety tips to products designed with runner safety in mind. All this and more coming up on today's show.

In this episode, we speak with RunBuzz community member, Erin Keller. Erin shares her running journey and favorite running tips along with a motivating can-do attitude.  All this and more, coming up on today's show. 

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Shari Miller who is a physical therapist and board certified orthopedic clinical specialist. We discuss the root causes of running injuries and why rest may not be your best treatment option. We discuss when to seek the help of a PT vs. self treat why running shoes don't prevent injuries as much as we thought and finally, how physical therapy can help you get over your running injury faster. Show notes and additional resources at: https://www.runbuzz.com/107

In this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we look at the impact of aging on our running performance. From what you can expect, to steps you can take to push back the aging barrier. While there is no fountain of youth, we CAN delay the impacts of aging and keep running faster, and injury free. All this and more coming up on today's episode.

In this episode, we talk about the long run and answer some frequently asked listener questions such as why we do not need to train up to our full race distance, why we need to run the long run at a slow and easy pace, and what happens if we run the long run too hard. We discuss the physiological changes that occur when we train and how that enables us to run faster on race day.

In this episode, we chat with RunBuzz community member Craig Taylor about his running journey that included losing 129lbs and completing his first half marathon.

In this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we look at the offseason. You may have just finished your Fall races (or any season really) and now you have some time to kick back and relax. And you should. But then what?

In this episode we discuss ways to make your offseason as productive as possible so you can head into your next race season set up for success.

In this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, I sit down with Shelley Leone. Like many of us, Shelley has had to overcome very personal setbacks and struggles in her life. In this episode we look at Shelley's journey and how Shelley used running, fitness and nutrition as tools to help her get her life back under control and live the life she was meant to live. 

In this episode of the RunBuzz running podcast, Stephanie and I talk to Paul Devillo, a member of our RunBuzz running Facebook community. Paul shares his running journey and running tips he learned as he went from cubicle potato to marathon runner. All this and more coming up on today's show.

In this special 100th episode of the RunBuzz podcast, I look back at my running journey and how I got into running, coaching, and launching a running podcast. I share the things I have learned over the past four years and translate my podcast and coaching experience into tips that you can incorporate into your fitness journey. So it is one part celebration, and one part health and wellness tips.

In this episode, we explore caffeine and its impact on running performance. We look at the latest research and explore the advantages and disadvantages caffeine can have on your running. Should you take gels and other fuels containing caffeine? What can you expect in terms of running improvement? All this and more coming up on today's show.

In this episode we talk to RunBuzz community member Hildee Weiss. We talk about her journey as a new runner and how she has progressed as a runner from her highs to her lows to having her share her running tips.

In this episode I chat with Ashley and Ryan Garcia, two Disney runners who share a wealth of Disney race and travel tips. We talk about the Disney race experience and what you can expect when you run a Disney race in terms of logistics and race day events. All this and more on today's podcast episode. 

For complete show notes, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/97

In this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we discuss the basics of endurance fueling, specifically with gels, wafers, and sport beans. 

We explore why fueling is necessary for runs over 60-90 minutes, what happens if you don't fuel properly, and we share tips on how to pick the right fuel, how to use it, and how to avoid stomach distress. 

All this and more coming up in this episode.

For complete show notes, including links to recommended gels, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/96.

In this episode, we discuss heat training and acclimation. We show you how to adjust to the heat so you can continue to run and perform well.

For complete show notes, please visit: https://www.runbuzz.com/95

In this episode of the RunBuzz podcast we discuss yoga for runners.  We look at the various types of yoga, the numerous benefits of yoga and how to get started with yoga. We bring on our special guest, Jen Van Hoose, who is a fitness trainer and yoga instructor here in the Central Ohio area to discuss the topic in great detail. 

In this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, I introduce you to my special guest, Lisa Bevan. Lisa is a personal friend, PaceBuilders client, and the newest member of the RunBuzz team.

Lisa and I discuss her weight loss and fitness transformation journey, her strength training, and how she went from 210 lbs and out of shape to running numerous half marathons, 10ks, 5ks, and even virtual races. We discuss her ups and downs and her current battle with Hemochromatosis, an iron disorder that causes excessive iron build up in her body that has forced her to stop running temporarily.

We discuss her experience with virtual races, what they are, how to find them, and the benefits she has gotten running them.

She also shares her experience using Oofos recovery flip flops and the Way 2 Cool cooling towel.

For complete show notes, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/93

Strength training is an incredible tool to help you become a stronger, faster, and injury resistant runner. But when not done properly, strength training can also wreck your legs and impact your running workouts or races.

In this episode we take you inside our thoughts on the matter and share our tips to help you integrate strength training into your running program. We'll show you why it is important, and how to add it to your program in a way it doesn't overwhelm your body.

For complete show notes and for links to resources mentioned on the show, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/92

If you get sore after your runs, then this episode is for you. We discuss how to reduce or eliminate post-run soreness using a variety of techniques. We look into things like stretching, nutritional supplements, ice baths, foam rolling, massage and more. All this and more coming up on today's show.

If you have ever had to take time off from running, getting back into the running groove again can be hard. Sometimes really hard. In this episode, Coach Stephanie and I share some of our own personal experiences coming back from running hiatuses. We share our tips to get you back to running after time off, plus we explore what happens to your body during those first 30 days you do stop running. All this and more coming up on today's show. For complete show notes, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/90

In this episode, I talk about pre-race jitters and anxiety. I then share several techniques that you can use to help reduce nervousness before your next race.

In this episode we explore running cadence and how it impacts your running.

Specifically, we will look at what is running cadence and dig into why you should care. We will share some tips on how to calculate your running cadence and how to increase it if needed. Plus we share some popular running apps that will help you analyze your running form. 

All this and more, coming up on today's podcast.

Do you want to eat better, run better, live better and not be bogged down by restrictive diets or hardcore ways of eating? If so, join me today as I welcome Jaclyn Ricchio to the show.

Jaclyn is a running coach, healthy lifestyle coach, blogger and host of the "You Are A Real Runner" podcast.

In today's episode, Jaclyn and I discuss how most of us overcomplicate weight loss and our attempts at healthy eating. By simplifying how we approach food, our relationship with food, and by applying a growth mindset to any habit we are trying to achieve we CAN accomplish the goals we set out to accomplish whether that is to lose weight or run more.

For complete show notes, please visit http://www.runbuzz.com/87

We all have the same amount of time each week - 168 hours. Yet, for many of us, we struggle to find time to run, eat properly, find time for self care, whatever it is for us. We are busy with work, raising families, kids activities, or hanging out with friends. In other words, we have things to do. In this episode, I share why we feel tapped out when it comes to our time and what to do about it so that you can fit healthy activities like running into your busy life.

All this and more coming up on today's show.....

In this episode, I share how to stay properly hydrated during your runs and races and how to calculate how much you should drink to avoid the porta potty lines. We cover how to calculate sweat and fluid loss, your absorption rate and the importance of electrolytes, specifically sodium and potassium. All this and more coming up on today's show.

In this episode, Coach Stephanie and I share our top tips to help you prepare for your first 5k. We talk about the gear, training plans, developing a runners mindset and realistic expectations for your running and race day. All this and more coming up on today's podcast.

In this episode, Stephanie shares her experience getting VO2 Max tested. She shares her experience, her test results and what you can expect if you get tested. We also compare the average runner's VO2 to those of elite athletes and how other factors outside of VO2 impact a runner's performance. All this and more coming up on today's show. For complete show notes, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/83.

In this episode on speed training for runners, we cover 7 types of speed workouts that will help you run faster. We share our experience using these workouts with ourselves and our clients as well as how to integrate speed training into your training program. All this and more, coming up on today's show.

For complete show notes and access to resources mentioned on this show, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/82

Can you speak the language of runners? Have you ever wondered what V02 Max or Fartleks are? In this episode we walk you through the top running words and phrases that many runner's use when talking to other runners. Oh, and we may have sneaked in a few running tips along the way. 

Having a basic understanding of running terminology will help you speak confidently to other runners, as well as open your vocabulary up to additional terms and phrases that you may come across in blog posts, podcasts, videos, or books.  

All this and more coming up on today's show.

For complete show notes, please visit: https://www.runbuzz.com/81

You are only as strong as your weakest link.  In this episode we talk about the kinetic chain and it's importance on your running when it comes to preventing or addressing injury, as well as your overall running performance. All this and more coming up on today's show.

As a runner, learning how to run in the rain is important. You don't always have to run outside, for example you can choose to take your run indoors to a treadmill or indoor track, but getting experience in the rain, will help you on days where it decides to run during your race. In fact, getting used to rainy runs under various conditions (cold, wind, heat) can be very useful on race day.

In this episode, you will learn how to deal with rainy running conditions directly and several tips on how to run in the rain comfortably. All this and more, coming up on today's podcast.

For complete show notes and references mentioned on the show as well as hundreds of free running resources, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/79

Ok, runners. The weather is breaking and now is time to take your running outside.  But before you hit the running trails,  you will want to prepare for outdoor running by transitioning from the treadmill properly.

Outdoor running is NOT the same as treadmill running. In this episode, Stephanie and I break down the differences between treadmill running and running outdoors and show you how to transition from treadmill running to outdoor running safely.

In this episode  I talk about the social behavior called the Herd Mentality and how it is one of the most common traps I see when it comes to impeding your progress and performance as a runner. 

In fact, this trap is so easy to fall into, most of us don't even know we falling into it.  And, this behavior is so strong, even if we are aware of it, many of us will do it anyways.

This form of self justification and desire to achieve what we want is a common pitfall that ultimately leads to setbacks, poor progress and I can guarantee in almost all cases, if you keep falling into this trap, injury.  All this and more, coming up on today's show......