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QT: Walk the Holiday Food Tight Rope Successfully (Best Of-ish)

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This post was originally part of Episode 787 released in November of 2019 and is more or less copy and pasted from that post. The audio, however, is a new take on the topic.

All. The. Food.

Ready or not, the food holidays are coming and they are coming quick!

As a runner, how do you walk the food tight rope during the holiday season?

Do you just go ahead and eat all the things? Do you try to hold the line and remain disciplined? Or do you try to find some semblance of middle ground? Read more

My Reaction Every Time I Try a Gel

QT: Figuring Out Your Best Race Day Fueling Options (Best Of-ish)

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This post was originally part of Episode 274 released in June of 2016 and is more or less copy and pasted from that post. The audio, however, is a new take on the topic.

When it comes to race day nutrition, there is no shortage of fueling options available.

That said, not all fueling options are the right choices for every runner.

For example, I find gels to be completely unpalatable. I have tried several different brands and flavors, and I simply find them all disgusting. My stumbling block is the texture/consistency of the gels. Thankfully there are other options available that I don’t have any trouble using during a race.

For me, my fueling options are limited by my taste buds/gag reflex.

My Reaction Every Time I Try a Gel

My Reaction Every Time I Try a Gel

I am lucky.

I know many runners who struggle with GI distress when they take in nutrition during a race, no matter what type of fuel source they use.

I can’t imagine being forced to find a port-a-potty (or bush to squat behind) within minutes of eating something during a race.

But for many runners that is their reality. Read more

Danielle Thompson Did Big Things By Being 1% Better Everyday

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My guest today is a lady who has found herself over the last few years, and running has played a big part in that process.

Since 2020, she has lost around 180 pounds and completely transformed her health along the way.

I’m looking forward to hearing more about her journey and what else Danielle Thompson has in store as we go a few easy miles.

Danielle Thompson

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Kristin Wentworth Brought Her Love Of Disney To Her Coaching

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Today’s guest made some big changes in her health and life over a decade ago, and now she’s helping others make similar changes.

She’s a running coach, personal trainer, and last but certainly not least, a runDisney fanatic.

I am looking forward to seeing where this conversation takes us as I go a few easy miles with Kristin Wentworth.

Kristin Wentworth

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Larry Coggins Jr Is a Race Director with a Mission to Save Lives


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Today’s guest is no stranger to long-distance racing with an ultra marathon and an IronMan finish on his record.

He has taken some time away from running but is now well into a running comeback.

I am looking forward to learning a bit more about Larry Coggins Jr as we go a few easy miles today.

Larry Coggins Jr

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