The Running Public

Mary Martin, a race director and software engineer, shares her journey from dance to trail running and her role in the Standhope Ultra Challenge in Idaho. She discusses her motivation to create support for breastfeeding athletes after a challenging postpartum experience. The episode highlights the unique services offered during the race, including nursing tents and breast milk transport. Mary emphasizes the family-oriented and grassroots vibe of the Standhope event, providing practical race advice and encouraging a community focus among runners.

The training, the current Pro scene, the race itself, and what HM / Marathon fitness allows you to do makes these the best race distances!

Discover why the 5K is hailed as the most thrilling race to watch, packed with strategy and dynamic pacing. Meanwhile, learn why training for the 10K can be a game changer for most runners. The hosts analyze current U.S. talents, projecting potential record-breakers in both distances, including standout Nico Young. They dive into the nuances of training differences between the distances and discuss the implications of emerging competitors on the global stage. Plus, the energetic community vibe at high-stakes events fuels their passion for running!

Former NCAA D1 swimmer, current NYU med student, and recent Olympic Trials Marathon Qualifier off less than 50 miles per week!

The training, the current Pro scene, the race itself, and what Mile fitness allows you to do makes the Mile the best race distance!

Today’s topics: HRV, Strength Training, Extra Sleep vs Extra Training, 100M readiness, Strava Overtraining, and Backwards Walking. 

Kirk is back in the studio and we’re answering your most pressing running questions!

Kylee Van Horn, RDN, is a sports nutrition coach specializing in endurance athletes and disordered eating. She shares insights on the nutritional needs of athletes, emphasizing the importance of foundational nutrition before considering supplements. Kylee discusses the impact of menopause on metabolism and muscle, providing practical strategies for aging athletes. She cautions against common dieting mistakes, promoting individualized approaches to fueling and training. Her experiences highlight the need for proper support for athletes facing GI issues and nutritional challenges.

Explore the nuances of training for HYROX with insights on how an athlete's background influences their running program. Discover the importance of intervals and compromised running for race success. Learn optimal weekly structures, including threshold workouts and practical compromised sessions. Bracken emphasizes balancing running with non-impact cardio to reach your goals. Finally, get practical tips on race-specific training as you ramp up towards competition.

The hosts dive into the debate on the impact of running influencers on the community. They discuss the importance of media literacy for younger generations, highlighting the distinction between good and bad content. Observations on how social media shapes modern social behaviors reveal a complex relationship between connection and misinformation. They caution against relying solely on influencers and stress the need for thorough research beyond social platforms. Ultimately, they explore the balance of enjoying beneficial content while filtering out the noise.