
Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running
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Oct 5, 2022 • 46min
Marathon Tapering Essentials Roundup
Did you know we’ve been publishing interviews with some of the leading scientists, coaches, athletes and experts in the running world since 2011! That means we’ve had more than a decade of experts to learn from and to help you hone your training. That said, combing through podcast archives to find specific answers to your questions or the challenges you’re feeling with in training now isn’t always easy. That’s why as one of our new formats for this show, we’re going to be combining the best knowledge we’ve gained over the past decade plus into actionable audio lessons and guides on specific topics you need help with. Each episode will get in-depth on topics such as strength training, injury prevention, training for specific race distances, nutrition and more. And we’ll do it using the best sound bites and actionable pieces of information from our years of interviews. With fall marathons on the horizon, this episode is going to cover everything involved in the marathon taper. From mileage and specific workouts to nutrition and race day prep. You’re about to hear the best advice on every facet of the marathon taper so you nail your last three weeks of training and race day. Listen in! Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: Nord VPN and LMNT Nord VPN - As a huge fan of marathons and track and field, I love watching the biggest track events and marathons across the world. Unfortunately, finding reliable ways to watch these events can be a challenge. Most major track events and marathons are geo-restricted, meaning you can’t watch them unless you live in a specific country. That’s why I am such a huge fan of Nord VPN. Nord VPN allows you to change any device location to any country you want with a simple click of a button. It works for computers, tvs, tablets and phones. With Nord VPN I was able to watch all of the diamond league track races as well as major marathons like Boston, London and New York. Plus, it works for streaming services such as Netflix, so you can watch movies and shows exclusive to other parts of the world. Even better, if you’re a frequent traveler or concerned about your internet security, using Nord VPN can help keep you safe from hackers and malicious sites when traveling. It’s the price of a cup of coffee every month, a small price to pay for premium cyber-security and access to a vast amount of entertaining content from all over the world. If you want to give Nord VPN a try, head to nordvpn.com/runtothetop to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! Plus, It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! LMNT - As the weather cools and you wear more clothes, you sweat more than you realize. Hydration is critical. But as an athlete, training effectively in these conditions requires more than just water. You need electrolytes too, especially because you sweat more as a runner. Electrolytes are charged minerals that conduct electricity to power your nervous system and help you balance fluid levels. The most important electrolytes for runners are sodium, potassium, and magnesium. Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery. That’s why we recommend all runners check out Element this summer. It's loaded with everything you need to replenish your electrolyte balance with 1000mg of sodium, 200mg of potassium, and 60mg of magnesium, and doesn't include anything you don't need like extra sugar or anything artificial. Even better, they are currently running a special deal where you can get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order. So, order your favorite flavor and get a free sample pack to try out new flavors or share with your running friends. To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect.

Sep 28, 2022 • 26min
Training Plan Rescue #1
We are excited to share with you the first rendition of our “training plan rescue” series where a listener sends us their busted training plan and our coaches rescue it. In this episode, our Head Coach Michael Hammond analyzes and offers recommendations on the training plan from a listener named Alex who has been aiming and falling short of his goal to break 3:40 in the marathon. You’ll learn about the 3 big problems in Alex’s current training plan as well as the 3 high-leverage changes he can make to run well under 3:40 off his training next cycle. You’ll learn: The 3 big problems in Alex’s current training plan The 3 high-leverage changes Alex can make to break 3:40 in his next training cycle Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: Timeline and BiOptimizers 1. MassZymes from BiOptimizers If you’re looking to try enzymes to help with your digestive issues, we recommend Masszymes by BiOptimizers. It’s a best-in-class supplement loaded with full spectrum enzymes for digesting proteins, starches, sugars, fibers, and fats. MassZymes is a 17-enzyme full-spectrum formula with 5 different kinds of protease. Plus, it contains all of the key enzymes needed for optimal digestion. It also contains AstraZyme which is an all-natural, plant-derived compound that boosts amino acid absorption by 30-60 percent. Plus, as a Run to the Top fan, you save an additional 10%. Just head to masszymes.com/runtothetop and use the code run10 and you’ll save an additional 10% on any purchase. Offer is valid while supplies last. 2. Mitopure from Timeline Improving your mitochondria is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your performance and make your body work better. Time-line Nutrition's Mitopure is backed by over a decade of research and is clinically proven to revitalize mitochondria. Mitopure restores mitochondrial function, so every cell in your body has the energy to do its job and keep you healthy and functioning right. In fact, clinical studies have shown that 500mg of Urolithin, one of the main ingredients in Mitopure, can significantly increase muscle strength & endurance with no other change in lifestyle. Improving your mitochondria is one of the best things you can do for your health and with Mitopure from time-line nutrition, it has never been easier. Go to timelinenutrition.com and use promo code RUNNERSCONNECT for 10% off the plan of your choice.

Sep 21, 2022 • 30min
Transition Show - A new Host of the Run to the Top Podcast
We have bittersweet news to share. This is the last episode hosted by Claire Bartholic! In this special, transition episode of the Run to the Top Podcast, Claire Bartholic bids farewell to listeners and welcomes new Host Finn Melanson. You will also hear from RunnersConnect Founder Jeff Gaudette who talks further about next steps for the podcast and the types of content listeners can expect from the show on a weekly and monthly basis. You’ll learn: Why Claire is stepping down, what’s next for her professionally, her favorite moments hosting the show, and how listeners can stay in touch All about the new Host Finn Melanson, his running and podcasting backgrounds, and how he’ll work with RunnersConnect moving forward New content cadences and formats for the show moving forward Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: BiOptimizers and LMNT Magnesium Breakthrough product from Bi-optimizers Supplementing with magnesium before you go to bed has been shown in scientific studies to… Increase in muscle oxygenation during high intensity exercise Reduce inflammation Significantly improve sleep quality Improve aerobic exercise capacity when training And when you’re looking for a magnesium supplement, make sure you take one that is organic and has all 7 unique forms of magnesium. Our recommendation is Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers because it’s made with the highest quality, organic magnesium and contains all 7 critical forms. Most other magnesium supplements are synthetic and only contain one or two forms of magnesium, which is simply not enough. For an exclusive offer for Run to the Top listeners go to magbreakthrough.com/runtothetop to save up to 42% LMNT Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery. That’s why we recommend all runners check out Element this fall. It's loaded with everything you need to replenish your electrolyte balance with 1000mg of sodium, 200mg of potassium, and 60mg of magnesium, and doesn't include anything you don't need like extra sugar or anything artificial. Even better, they are currently running a special deal where you can get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order. So, order your favorite flavor and get a free sample pack to try out new flavors or share with your running friends. To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this fall, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect.

Sep 14, 2022 • 45min
Dream Destination Race or Disaster? Better Travel Racing with Angie and Trevor Spencer
Planning a destination race in a far away place has lots of challenges. International travel is even more stressful since there are so many details that you will have to figure out before you even set foot on the plane. To navigate the dos and don’ts of destination races, I’m speaking with Angie and Trevor Spencer, the duo in charge at Marathon Training Academy. Angie and Trevor love nothing more than a marathon or two in a far away land and they’ve come on the Run to the Top today to help you plan or even just dream about your next running adventure. You’ll learn: what to take into account before you even register for the race, common pitfalls of international races, and what to plan for and what to pack in your suitcase So if you are taking a plane, train or automobile to your next big race, you don’t want to miss this one. Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: MassZymes from BiOptimizers If you’re looking to try enzymes to help with your digestive issues, we recommend Masszymes by BiOptimizers. It’s a best-in-class supplement loaded with full spectrum enzymes for digesting proteins, starches, sugars, fibers, and fats. MassZymes is a 17-enzyme full-spectrum formula with 5 different kinds of protease. Plus, it contains all of the key enzymes needed for optimal digestion. It also contains AstraZyme which is an all-natural, plant-derived compound that boosts amino acid absorption by 30-60 percent. Plus, as a Run to the Top fan, you save an additional 10%. Just head to masszymes.com/runtothetop and use the code run10 and you’ll save an additional 10% on any purchase. Offer is valid while supplies last. TIMELINE Improving your mitochondria is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your performance and make your body work better. Time-line Nutrition's Mitopure is backed by over a decade of research and is clinically proven to revitalize mitochondria. Mitopure restores mitochondrial function, so every cell in your body has the energy to do its job and keep you healthy and functioning right. In fact, clinical studies have shown that 500mg of Urolithin, one of the main ingredients in Mitopure, can significantly increase muscle strength & endurance with no other change in lifestyle. Improving your mitochondria is one of the best things you can do for your health and with Mitopure from time-line nutrition, it has never been easier. Go to timelinenutrition.com and use promo code RUNNERSCONNECT for 10% off the plan of your choice.

Sep 7, 2022 • 47min
Knee Pain From Running: How to Fix it Forever with Brodie Sharpe
If you’ve been a runner long enough, some well meaning person will eventually ask you about your knees. Running is actually good for your knees, but if you’re the one who’s got knee pain on the run, that’s not particularly comforting. So what can we do about this common injury in runners? Do we have to stop running completely? Thankfully, the answer is usually no. But there’s a lot more to it than that. Physiotherapist and founder of the Run Smarter Series and Run SmarterPodcast Brodie Sharpe is here to talk about it. You’ll learn: who is most likely to develop knee issues from running what we can do to prevent and treat running pain, and what most runners want to know, when you can get back to running again Even if you’re one of the lucky runners who has never had knee pain, this conversation will help make sure you stay that way. Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: LMNT Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery. That’s why we recommend all runners check out Element this summer. It's loaded with everything you need to replenish your electrolyte balance with 1000mg of sodium, 200mg of potassium, and 60mg of magnesium, and doesn't include anything you don't need like extra sugar or anything artificial. Even better, they are currently running a special deal where you can get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order. So, order your favorite flavor and get a free sample pack to try out new flavors or share with your running friends. To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect. MetPro This podcast is brought to you by MetPro, world-renowned concierge nutrition, fitness & lifestyle coaching company. Using Metabolic Profiling, MetPro team of experts analyzes your metabolism and provides an individualized approach to obtaining your goals. MetPro analyzes your individual metabolism to get a baseline to see exactly how your body is responding against a very specific set of variables. This means no cookie-cutter diets or formulas. Your MetPro coach then works with you to consistently make adjustments based on your metabolic data as well as how your plan fits your lifestyle. MetPro’s coaches are not only educated experts in their field, but they’re empathetic that people have demanding schedules and often stressful lives. They will work one-on-one with you to identify the best nutrition and fitness strategy that is going to work for your personal goals and lifestyle needs. Run to the Top listeners receive a complimentary Metabolic Profiling assessment and a 30-minute consultation with a MetPro expert. To claim this offer head to metpro.co/rttt

Aug 31, 2022 • 45min
Frustrated with Your Running Progress? How to Smash Your Plateau with Elisabeth Scott
Have you hit a plateau in your running? Despite doing all the right things, or most of the right things that you are supposed to be doing, you just seem stuck. Maybe it’s because you're getting older and you think your better days are behind you. Maybe you need a new workout plan, a new coach, new shoes, or a new supplement to get you to the next level. Or perhaps you’re just not finding the joy in your running like you used to. Elisabeth Scott is here to help you change that. On today’s Run to the Top Podcast, Coach Claire brought back the head coach and founder of Running Explained to help you finally break through to the next level in your running. You’ll learn: What you might be missing out on even if you think you’re getting your training right Which aspects of your schedule might need to change and, Why consistency and patience are so important in not only your growth but determining if you are even in a plateau in the first place. Elisabeth is uniquely talented at making running concepts clear and accessible to everyone at every level and I’m delighted to have her back on the show. If you are feeling like you are running in circles with your running, this one's for you. Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: MassZymes from BiOptimizers If you’re looking to try enzymes to help with your digestive issues, we recommend Masszymes by BiOptimizers. It’s a best-in-class supplement loaded with full spectrum enzymes for digesting proteins, starches, sugars, fibers, and fats. MassZymes is a 17-enzyme full-spectrum formula with 5 different kinds of protease. Plus, it contains all of the key enzymes needed for optimal digestion. It also contains AstraZyme which is an all-natural, plant-derived compound that boosts amino acid absorption by 30-60 percent. Plus, as a Run to the Top fan, you save an additional 10%. Just head to masszymes.com/runtothetop and use the code run10 and you’ll save an additional 10% on any purchase. Offer is valid while supplies last. TIMELINE Improving your mitochondria is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your performance and make your body work better. Time-line Nutrition's Mitopure is backed by over a decade of research and is clinically proven to revitalize mitochondria. Mitopure restores mitochondrial function, so every cell in your body has the energy to do its job and keep you healthy and functioning right. In fact, clinical studies have shown that 500mg of Urolithin, one of the main ingredients in Mitopure, can significantly increase muscle strength & endurance with no other change in lifestyle. Improving your mitochondria is one of the best things you can do for your health and with Mitopure from time-line nutrition, it has never been easier. Go to timelinenutrition.com and use promo code RUNNERSCONNECT for 10% off the plan of your choice.

Aug 24, 2022 • 49min
How a Sprinkle of Sprinting Can Massively Improve Your Distance Running: Kieran Gillespie
All runners are not the same. Distance runners and sprinters really seem to be engaging in an entirely different sport. Tiny and lean elite marathoners are a stark contrast to muscular, powerful sprinters. Training for these events is vastly different and what it takes to be successful for a 100m sprinter is quite different than that for a marathoner. Or is it? Certainly it’s easy to find the differences, but I would argue that there’s a significant overlap both in the physical training philosophy, but the mental aspect as well. Most runners listening to this show are clearly on the endurance side, but there is a lot to be learned from the sprint side as well. On today’s Run to the Top Podcast, I’ve invited on the creator of Sprint Science, Kieran Gillespie. Kieran is an England Athletics coach, with a degree in both mathematics and physical education. You can find him sharing his sprint training knowledge on his wildly popular Sprint Science Instagram account and that’s where I got hooked on his training advice. On this episode, you’ll learn: what it takes to train to be an excellent sprinter how endurance runners can benefit from sprint training,and the biomechanics of truly fast speed And if you’ve ever wondered what on earth the fastest people on the planet are thinking about for a 10-20 second race, we’ll talk about that as well. Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: MassZymes from BiOptimizers If you’re looking to try enzymes to help with your digestive issues, we recommend Masszymes by BiOptimizers. It’s a best-in-class supplement loaded with full spectrum enzymes for digesting proteins, starches, sugars, fibers, and fats. MassZymes is a 17-enzyme full-spectrum formula with 5 different kinds of protease. Plus, it contains all of the key enzymes needed for optimal digestion. It also contains AstraZyme which is an all-natural, plant-derived compound that boosts amino acid absorption by 30-60 percent. Plus, as a Run to the Top fan, you save an additional 10%. Just head to masszymes.com/runtothetop and use the code run10 and you’ll save an additional 10% on any purchase. Offer is valid while supplies last. LMNT Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery. That’s why we recommend all runners check out Element this summer. It's loaded with everything you need to replenish your electrolyte balance with 1000mg of sodium, 200mg of potassium, and 60mg of magnesium, and doesn't include anything you don't need like extra sugar or anything artificial. Even better, they are currently running a special deal where you can get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order. So, order your favorite flavor and get a free sample pack to try out new flavors or share with your running friends. To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect.

Aug 17, 2022 • 49min
How to Apply an Ancient Meditation Practice to Improve your Running Now: Nita Sweeney
As good as running is for our bodies, it’s probably equally good, if not even more so, for our brains. The mental health benefits of aerobic exercise have been proven over and over again in scientific studies. On today’s Run to the Top Podcast, we explore the topic of running as a meditation practice with author and runner Nita Sweeney. You might remember her from being on the show a couple of years ago. Nita’s back with a new book out called Make Every Move a Meditation: Mindful Movement for Mental Health, Well-Being, and Insight. We talk about: why you might want to incorporate meditation into your running what the benefits are, and exactly how to start doing it on your run right now. And don’t worry for all of you out there who bristle with anything too new agey or woowoo. You’ll learn how you can actually use some of these techniques to improve your performance, not just your mental health. Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers. Supplementing with magnesium before you go to bed has been shown in scientific studies to… Increase in muscle oxygenation during high intensity exercise Reduce inflammation Significantly improve sleep quality Improve aerobic exercise capacity when training. When you’re looking for a magnesium supplement, make sure you take one that is organic and has all 7 unique forms of magnesium. Our recommendation is Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers because it’s made with the highest quality, organic magnesium and contains all 7 critical forms. Most other magnesium supplements are synthetic and only contain one or two forms of magnesium, which is simply not enough. For an exclusive offer for Run to the Top listeners go to magbreakthrough.com/runtothetop to save up to 42% TIMELINE Improving your mitochondria is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your performance and make your body work better. Time-line Nutrition's Mitopure is backed by over a decade of research and is clinically proven to revitalize mitochondria. Mitopure restores mitochondrial function, so every cell in your body has the energy to do its job and keep you healthy and functioning right. In fact, clinical studies have shown that 500mg of Urolithin, one of the main ingredients in Mitopure, can significantly increase muscle strength & endurance with no other change in lifestyle. Improving your mitochondria is one of the best things you can do for your health and with Mitopure from time-line nutrition, it has never been easier. Go to timelinenutrition.com and use promo code RUNNERSCONNECT for 10% off the plan of your choice.

Aug 10, 2022 • 50min
Chris Chavez is Telling the Track and Field Stories That No One Else Will
Running is a massive participation sport. About 50 million Americans (or 15 percent of the U.S. population) participate in some form of running, according to a 2020 report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Yet very few elite runners are true household names these days. Sure, there might be some stories that capture the world’s attention, usually around the Olympic Games, but overall there is a disconnect between running for yourself and being a true fan of the sport. Our guest on today’s episode of the Run to the Top Podcast is out to change that. Chris Chavez is a writer for Sports Illustrated and is the founder of Citius Mag, a track and field media triumvirate of podcast, blog, and YouTube channel. Chris’s mission with Citius Mag is to share and grow the passion for track and field into a thriving community. What’s even more interesting is that Citius Mag has grown from a way for Chris to report more on the sport, to becoming one of the leading media players in track and field. And he’s not even 30. In this episode, we talk about: why track and field is such a great spectator sport and why it falls short creating fans how better storytelling and new ways to reach audiences is changing that, and Coach Claire also asks him about his viral stunt last year racing Malcolm Gladwell, another literary track and field nerd, in the mile. This was such a fun conversation and if you are not already a fan of track and field, this just might change your mind. Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: LMNT Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery. That’s why we recommend all runners check out Element this summer. It's loaded with everything you need to replenish your electrolyte balance with 1000mg of sodium, 200mg of potassium, and 60mg of magnesium, and doesn't include anything you don't need like extra sugar or anything artificial. Even better, they are currently running a special deal where you can get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order. So, order your favorite flavor and get a free sample pack to try out new flavors or share with your running friends. To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect. BIO Pro + As we get older our body slowly stops producing the natural hormones, HGH, responsible for muscle repair, growth and recovery. BioPro+ is a non-synthetic alternative to prescription HGH growth hormone treatments. It’s a natural way to replace the growth hormones you lose as you age. There’s no injecting, no prescriptions, and it’s all natural. If you’d like to learn more, go to runnersconnect.net/bio. Read the science for yourself and see if it’s something you’d like to try. If so, use the code runnersconnect and you’ll also get $30 off.

Aug 3, 2022 • 47min
Creatine: How a cheap weight lifting supplement can boost your running with Kelly Jones, RD
What if I told you that there is something out there that can help you build lean muscle, boost endurance, reduce fatigue, help you perform better, help slow down the aging process, with virtually no downsides? Not only that, it’s something that is super cheap, safe, and has been rigorously studied for decades. You’d probably say it’s too good to be true. Well, it actually is true. It’s creatine. Yes, the supplement that bodybuilders have been taking forever to bulk up can also be incredibly beneficial to endurance athletes as well. Now, you might be wondering how this can possibly be true. After all, most endurance athletes don’t want to grow Arnold Schwartzenegger muscles and tend not to have much in common with the gym bros trying to bulk up. But mention boosted endurance and reduction in soreness? Now we’re getting excited. Coach Claire dives down the creatine rabbit hole with registered sports dietician Kelly Jones. In this episode of the Run to the Top, you’ll learn: what the benefits of creatine are for endurance athletes, and how to use it what the myths and potential downsides are to creatine and we’ll go over protein for runners in general from essential amino acids, branched chain amino acids, and more If you’ve ever wondered if there was a cheap, safe, and effective way to boost your performance, this is the episode for you. Download your FREE Guide Covering Questions & Misconceptions About Creatine Supplementation! Connect, Comment, Community Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month! Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community RunnersConnect Facebook page GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT! This week’s show brought to you by: LMNT Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery. That’s why we recommend all runners check out Element this summer. It's loaded with everything you need to replenish your electrolyte balance with 1000mg of sodium, 200mg of potassium, and 60mg of magnesium, and doesn't include anything you don't need like extra sugar or anything artificial. Even better, they are currently running a special deal where you can get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order. So, order your favorite flavor and get a free sample pack to try out new flavors or share with your running friends. To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect. BIO Pro + As we get older our body slowly stops producing the natural hormones, HGH, responsible for muscle repair, growth and recovery. BioPro+ is a non-synthetic alternative to prescription HGH growth hormone treatments. It’s a natural way to replace the growth hormones you lose as you age. There’s no injecting, no prescriptions, and it’s all natural. If you’d like to learn more, go to runnersconnect.net/bio. Read the science for yourself and see if it’s something you’d like to try. If so, use the code runnersconnect and you’ll also get $30 off.