Running Rogue

In this episode, we jump straight into the interview with Adam Goucher on the book Running with the Buffaloes by Chris Lear. The book chronicles Adam’s pursuit of the NCAA Cross Country title in 1998 at the University of Colorado.  Adam (aka Mr. Kara Goucher) is a 4 time NCAA champion, Olympian in 5K and has the highest US male finish in World Cross (6th) since 1986. He now runs the business Run the Edge with his friend Tim Catalano. Learn more about Run the Edge and their Run the Year challenge at www.runtheedge.com.

In this episode, I start with a recap of the US Indoor Championships, covering the highlights from the weekend of races including an American Record from 16-year-old Athing Mu.  Results can be found here: https://usatf.org/usatf/files/6e/6e186d55-97ae-4660-9205-454d95ab3fd2.htm Then at 15:00 into the episode, James and I begin talking about workout management and how to get the most from your workouts in 3 mini chapters: - Workout purpose and how it can change with small changes in workout structure - Workout routine and how to optimize it for best workout results - Workout management and how to make adjustments in real time based on how you feel You can also hear more from James on episodes 8, 37, and 107! 

In this episode, we give you the details on the who, what, when, where, how, and why of getting started with a running program. I am joined by long-time Rogue coach and member Marilyn Faulkner who coaches one of our Couch to 5K programs here in Austin. You can follow Marilyn on instagram at @bumpitupfitness. This episode is for everyone who wants to get started or restart a running program as well as for those who want to help their friends do the same. We promise that running doesn't have to suck if you listen to this episode and follow its principles. I would also encourage you to check out episode #55 with additional insight on this topic.

In this episode, I start with a quick recap on the Millrose Games, discussing the 800m and 1 mile races. Congrats to Ajee Wilson and Donovan Brazier on new US records in the 800m. Also, congrats to my episode 109 guests, Colleen Quigley and Kate Grace on going 2nd and 3rd in the women's mile, with Colleen earning a new PR.  Then at 14:30 into the discussion, I start an interview with Kara Goucher and Jean Rigatti. Kara needs no introduction, and Jean is one of my athletes here at Rogue (who was also on episode #38).  Jean is overcoming "failure" at her most recent race at the California International Marathon and represents that runner in all of us with failures and mental challenges to overcome. Kara shares her own wisdom and experiences (including her DNF in Houston) to coach Jean through it while also imparting advice on a variety of mental training topics. It's a powerful discussion with lots of practical advice from Kara's book Strong: A Runner's Guide to Boosting Confidence and Becoming the Best Version of You. From the intro, check out Kate Grace's blog on race weight: https://fastk8.com/2019/02/13/race-weight/

In this episode, we jump into an interview with Rogue athlete and coach - Ashley Rollins. She ran a huge personal best at the California International Marathon to secure her first Boston Qualifier, at least she thought she did. Unfortunately, her time won't count in the official results. Listen in to learn more about Ashley and her journey from new runner to running a Boston qualifying time to now being DQ'd for a rules violation in the race. We also bring on Derek Murphy from www.marathoninvestigation.com to discuss the case. This is a cautionary tale about knowing and following the rules, but I believe you will also be inspired by Ashley's journey. You follow Ashley on instagram @swiftrunning.fit or on her blog at www.swiftfit.net.      

I am excited to bring you two great athlete interviews this week with Cory McGee and Stephanie Garcia. Thank you to New Balance who brought these athletes to the show in conjunction with their Start a Riot music video and campaign featuring Cory McGee, Stephanie Garcia, Lisanne DeWitt, and Bev Ramos. The campaign is all about featuring the power and energy of strong females, and it's great to see 4 badass female runners elevated in this way. Cory McGee is a world class 1500m runner who has been on two World Championship teams and now trains in Boulder, CO. Stephanie Garcia is a world class steeplechaser who has also made two World Championship teams and now trains in Sacramento, CA. Get to know and be fans of these athletes plus hear what they have learned from winning, losing, and training at the very highest level.  Start times for each interview: 5:18 for the Cory McGee interview 54:23 for the Stephanie Garcia interview Start a Riot Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCSrAamqpEA Instagram handles: @corymcgeeruns @steph_steeples @nbrunning

In this episode, we start with a recap of fast times at the Houston Marathon and Half Marathon. Chris makes predictions about what the race means for Emily Sisson's future and pays homage to the career of Kara Goucher. Then starting at 18:50 into the episode, we turn to a fascinating discussion with Christie Aschwanden and Alex Hutchinson on the science of recovery modalities. Christie is a writer for the site www.fivethirtyeight.com and has a new book coming on February 5th called Good to Go, What the Athlete in All of Us Can Learn from the Strange Science of Recovery. In this discussion, we breakdown what science tells us about which recovery modalities actually work (from ice baths to massage), while also summarizing the most important elements of recovery in order to be your best running self.  For more info on how to purchase Christie's book, go to www.goodtogobook.com.  And, of course, buy Alex's book too if you haven't already: Endure, Mind, Boby and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance. Alex has also appeared on episodes 48, 64, and 81 of this podcast.

In the intro, we break down the recently announced London and Boston Marathon fields, including perhaps the greatest field ever assembled for a women's marathon. Plus, Chris gives his way too early picks for the wins in both races. Then, at 17:45, episode #67 guest Colleen Quigley comes on to help break the ice with Kate Grace with fun questions about the #BowermanBabes. We get answers to pressing questions such as "which Bowerman Babe is the biggest Bachelor fan?" After that, we turn to an all-encompassing discussion with Kate on her journey from high school soccer player to 800m Olympic Finalist in Rio. Learn about the ups and downs of her journey with lessons that she has learned along the way about life, dreaming big, injury, and much more! And to check out the great quote from Marshawn Lynch, you can watch his interview here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6hHBcOzz6Q  

In this episode, we start with a quick intro to preview Kara Goucher's first marathon in 3 years in Houston and discuss the just-released Olympic Trials course in Atlanta. Then, we turn to an interview with Zach Bitter, US 100-mile Record Holder. He's an ultra-runner by specialty but we cover all topics with him from training periodization to using heart rate to mental training and diet.  You will learn how to go long better from this discussion whether you are targeting a half marathon or marathon or ultra-marathon.

Guest hosting with me this week is episode #8 and #37 guest James Dodds. In this one, we riff on 8 tips for staying healthy as a runner in 2019 with a bonus #9 at the end when James introduces the too too rule. As our intro this week, we dig into James's fandom, and he names two of his favorites from the running archives, plus we get a little James philosophy to start things off. Consistency is king in our sport, so listen in and add some of these tips to your routine to keep moving this year!