The Running Explained Podcast

Jen Scott, RD, helps us break it down and talk about the FUNDAMENTALS OF NUTRITION for athletes. What are macronutrients? What are micronutrients? How do these things behave in our bodies and WHY do we need more of this or that than a non-runner might need? In this episode we talk about... Macronutrients: 1. Protein (& amino acids) 2. Carbohydrates (what ARE they?) + glycogen storage 3. Fats (and what "fat-burning" really means) Micronutrients for Athletes 1. Vitamin D 2. Iron (and signs of iron deficiency) Supplements! Yay or nay? 1. BCAAs 2. Preworkout 3. Collagen 4. Creatine 5. Beet juice/cherry juice -- Jen Scott is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (R.D.N.) and Licensed Dietitian (L.D.) with over 17 years of experience. Since 2017, she has been guiding athletes and runners at all levels and stages learn how to better fuel themselves and meet their goals. She also creates meal plans and assists other clients in making adjustments to their current diets to improve their health. Instagram: @marathonmara_rd Website: Endurance Health and Nutrition -- -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe! TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

Let's talk about shoes!! Every new runner is advised to go to a running shoe store to get "properly fitted for a pair of running shoes", but what does that MEAN? In this episode, we break down... A Brief History of Running Shoes Parts of a shoe: Uppers & Lowers FOAM!! & the principles of elastic energy return Stack Heigh, Heel Drop, Cushion Neutral vs Stability Carbon Plate Shoes Trail Shoes -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe! TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

Nathan Fenton, running coach and founder of RunPowerCoach, discusses the concept of power as a running metric. He explains how power differs from pace and heart rate, how to measure it, and how it can be used to set goals and quantify training load. The podcast also explores using power on easy run days, converting training plans to use power, and using power on treadmills or with a peloton tread.

Bad days... we all have them! But there is a heck of a lot to learn from the days that don't go the way we planned. In this episode, we break down the common causes behind "bad days", whether in a normal everyday run, in a workout, or on race day and cover topics like... Cumulative Fatigue Expectation vs Reality WHY you keep your easy days easy HOW to execute a workout Workout Paces & Why? Race Paces & Goal Setting Race Strategy Fueling & Hydration Training for the Course/Conditions The Taper -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe! TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

COMMON RUNNING INJURIES with Carmen Scuito, aka @chocolatemilkrunner! This episode is a massive survey of the most common running injuries, their symptoms, and their causes!⁠ ⁠ IT Band Syndrome⁠ Runner's Knee (Patellofemoral Syndrome)⁠ Inner Knee Pain/Bursitis⁠ What Hip Flexors Do⁠ Piriformis Syndrome⁠ Importance of Core Strength⁠ Quad & Hamstring Strains⁠ Shin Splints (& Stress Fractures)⁠ Soleus or Calf Pain/Burning⁠ Achilles Tendonitis⁠ The Importance of Ankle Mobility⁠ Plantar Fasciitis⁠ Peroneal Tendonitis⁠ ⁠ Also...⁠ IS IT THE SHOES??⁠ (i.e. can shoes cause or fix injuries?) ⁠Plus... bonus chatting about carbon-plate racing shoes! -- Carmen Scuito is a Las Vegas-based runner pursuing his advanced degree as a Physical Therapist. Find him on Instagram at @chocolatemilkrunner! -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe! TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

Summer is coming... are you ready? In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about running in the heat and how to become acclimated to running in warmer temps! ⁠ 🌡️Thermoregulation & core temperature⁠ 🌡️What about humidity?⁠ 🌡️ALL ABOUT SWEATING!!⁠ 🌡️Signs of heat stress/heat stroke⁠ 🌡️How to stay hydrated⁠ 🌡️What happens during the heat acclimation process?⁠ 🌡️How to stay safe & perform well in the heat⁠⁠ -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe! TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

This episode was a total blast to record with Run Coach & Under Armour Running Ambassador Alison Staples (@alioop_0_o_runs on Instagram!) We went through some common "rules" of running and discussed if it was an *always* rule or if or when you can "break" that rule!! Some of the "rules" we discussed... Always follow a hard day with an easy day Never increase your miles by more than 10% each week Run most of your miles in your easy effort zone Build your base before adding speed Replace your shoe every 300-500 miles Never run when your pain at rest is 3/10 or greater A 180 cadence is the best cadence Alison Staples is an RRCA-certified running coach,  a global run ambassador for Under Armour Running, the Co-Leader of Baltimore Based Run Club Riot Squad Running, and has been featured in Runner's World and Self Magazines! -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe!  TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

This week we're talking about TRAINING PLANS! What they are, why they are structured the way they are, differences between different plans, and how to read one! When & why do you need a training plan? Why & how are training plans structured the way they are! The basics of training periodization Race-specific training plans Base-building training plans How to read a training plan -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe!  TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

What is mobility and why is it SO important?? My guest this week is Kaila Morgante, aka @Bodkick on Instagram, and we took a dive into mobility this week: what it is, why it's important in running, and how to make sure you're working on it! We covered... Mobility vs. flexibility: which one is more important? What's really happening when something "feels tight"? How strength & mobility are related Common mobility issues in runners & how to address yours Fascia/trigger points/foam rolling/percussion massage "Are my glutes firing?" & the neuromuscular (mind/body) connections of running And more!! Apply to Bodkick's Strength for Runners Pilot Program! Kaila Morgante has been a part of the fitness field pretty much her entire life. She played various sports throughout high school and into college where she then began helping others develop their skills as a coach crew coach. A few years later, she began working as a running coach, group fitness instructor, and personal trainer and over the next 15 years continued to add to her knowledge base with spin, barre, Pilates, kettlebell, and TRX certifications and specializations in mobility and movement, nutrition for sports and exercise, and mental toughness. After her daughter was born, nearly 7 years ago, she started a corporate wellness firm, offering high-impact workplace programs to educate and encourage healthy engagement within companies. She began a running-focused page on Instagram called @BodKick about a year ago, that offers education and motivation for all levels of runners. Kaila is admittedly a geek about fitness and likes to deep dive into how things work. She also truly enjoys supporting people in their journey and firmly believes that with the right how-tos and positive motivation you can achieve anything! -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe! TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co

Thousands of runners get pregnant and give birth every year... but information about being a postpartum runner isn't nearly as readily available as it should be! Julie Leonard (@strongbodystrongmama) and Sarah Highland (@pelvicfloorandmore) are cutting through that dearth of information with their evidence-based "Ready to Run Postpartum" 10-week program specifically designed for postpartum runners to take the right steps, safely, toward strengthening their bodies and being able to return to running after giving birth! LISTENERS OF THIS EPISODE GET 20% OFF "READY TO RUN POSTPARTUM" WITH CODE RunningExplained20  In this episode, we talk about... Sarah & Julie's experiences as pregnant & postpartum runners/athletes "It's not normal to pee when you laugh" & other postpartum issues What's most important for postpartum runners to work on? The "Ready to Run Postpartum" program & how it works! -- JULIE LEONARD is a mom of 3 small children, a wife, and the founder of Strong Body Strong Mama. Julie is a Pre and Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from the University at Buffalo. She was a competitive swimmer at the national level for over 15 years including in college and the Canadian Olympic trials. Julie coaches expecting and new moms in her in-home studio in Columbus, OH as well as working with moms from all over the world virtually. SARAH HIGHLAND is the owner of Pelvic Floor + More. She is an occupational therapist with 12+ years of experience and additional training to work as a pelvic floor therapist and prenatal/postpartum corrective exercise specialist. She provides home-based pelvic floor therapy to the Columbus, Ohio area. Most importantly, she is a mom to two very active littles! Running has always played a huge part in her life, and she is passionate about sharing this joy of movement by helping birthing people return to running safely! -- If you like the show, please remember to rate & subscribe! TRAINING PLANS NOW AVAILABLE: www.runningexplained.co