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Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

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Now displaying: August, 2016
Aug 31, 2016

We all know about power meters for cycling, but now there are power meters for running too. Today, Jim Vance the author of “Run with Power,” will explain what power meters are and how they can be used in training.

Or, if you are new to running and are interested in how to obtain goals, Jim will speak about how a power meter can help you.

Some of the topics that you’ll hear about include:

  • Jim’s background as a [...]
Aug 24, 2016

Today we are talking to Ed Whitlock, who is 85 and still breaking running records.

 

Ed began his running career when he was 14. He continued running when he went to University, but took a break from running after he injured his achilles. Ed started running again when he was 40, breaking all sorts of running records up until today.

 

Some of the topics that you’ll hear about include:

 

    Aug 17, 2016

    Hiring a coach to help train can get expensive, but today we are going to hear from Dirk Friel, the Founder and CEO of TrainingPeaks about why it’s a good idea to consider a coach. 

    Or, If you are an experienced runner and thinking about becoming a coach, Dirk has some great advice for you.

    Some of the topics that you’ll hear about include:

    • Dirk’s background growing up with fitness.
    • Dirks journey from chasing his d [...]
    Aug 10, 2016

    Today we are talking to a couple who have grown up together in their running careers. 

    They met in college, dated long-distance, got married, and are now the parents of two young children. This is in addition to having thriving running careers and keeping up with their coaching and their blog.

    Stephanie and Ben Bruce are the guests today, and this is a fantastic show for parents and non-parents alike, as they give a lot of great advice. They’re both down-to-earth and able to accept criticism, which they have had their fair share of, so we’ll talk about that.  [...]

    Aug 3, 2016

    Matt Long is the author of The Long Run. Some of you may already know his story: In short, he was hit by a bus, spent six weeks in a medically induced coma in the ICU, and was told that he would be lucky to walk with a cane. 

    Matt was extremely determined and never gave up when it came to getting back on his feet and back into his regular life.  [...]

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