Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

Does anyone remember what happened at the end of the Boston Marathon last year? Not the winners of the race, but I think most runners in America will know what I'm talking about. Do you know what Meb Keflezighi did as he crossed the finish line? He held a surprised Elite runners hand as they ran across. That wonderful woman's name is Hilary Dionne, and she is our special guest today! Not only did she become an overnight celebrity, but she has an inspiring story herself. So if you feel like you don't have the time to get your training in, just listen to this; it may totally change your perspective. She started out by sharing what happened at the finish line and how it made her feel. Boston 2015 was two years after [...]

Running is risky, and injuries are common. I don't know about you, but I immediately go into a mad panic trying to figure out what I've done wrong. We usually jump to the conclusion that we must have done something in the last few days to cause it. Did you ever consider that the other 23 hours of your day that you're not running may actually be what's affecting you? My guest today might just change your point of view about the whole thing! Kristin Marvin is a performance recovery specialist. She has always been interested in all forms of bodywork (mental, emotional and physical), injury prevention, maintenance, mobility and strength [...]

Today we're talking to the founders of Black Girls RUN!,Toni Carey and Ashley Hicks-Rocha. You know how the running community seems alot more inclusive than it used to be? I think a big part of that is because ofthese ladies' effort and what they've achieved through BGR. Initially they met while pledging to the same sorority incollege. They weren't runners at the time, but they became interested together,and they've inspired each other to keep going and built each other up eversince. They explain how they found other things they enjoyed and made themhappy through running, as well. Today's topics include:

Today, I'm sitting down with Trent Morrow. Also known as Marathon Man, Trent is the World record holder for the most marathons on seven continents in one year. He's also the Australian World record holder for the most marathons in a year, and he's actually run over 300 marathons. But Trent has more to offer than just World records; you asked for more everyday runners, and he is exactly that. He started off by losing 70 pounds, having never been a runner before. His story will undoubtedly resonate with you as well, and he describes what he hopes to do in the future through inspiring others. His plans are sure to leave you with a huge smile. Today he shared with us the moment when he realized something had to change in his life, and so much more. Today's topics included:

We are following the theme of becoming the best version of ourselves and finding that balance. and today we are joined by the amazing Tawnee Prazak. She's a triathlon coach, personal trainer, multimedia journalist and triathlete living in Laguna Beach, California. Tawnee is the owner and show host of popular podcast Endurance Planet, and has been one of the most requested guests for Run to the Top. She's not only a great person, but she's so much fun. She tells me all about her blogging experience and writing career, and I learn a great deal about Endurance Planet and how it's grown. Endurance Planet is a [...]

Have you ever followed someone else's fitness or health advice after hearing about their raging success, only to become disappointed with your own results? In most cases, it simply comes down to individuality. When we talk about diet and training plans, it can be confusing because different approaches work for different people. My guest today considers his job to simply be connecting people with as many different solutions as possible, so they can go out and test what works and what doesn't. Today I'm talking to [...]

Three years ago on April 15th, two pressure cooker bombs were exploded by terrorists during the Boston Marathon. Today I got the chance to have a really amazing, intimate and eye opening interview with one of the survivors. She has overcome that obstacle and so many more in her life, and she's just a brave and wonderful person. Julie Benson's story is truly incredible. She's a mother of two, an elementary school guidance counselor, and was stopped at mile 25.8, just 4 minutes from the finish line. This is a unique [...]

Today we're joined by one of our own coaches to talk all about RunnersConnect, how she got involved with it and her life story in running. Ladies, and gentlemen, meet coach and friend, Jamie Dodge. Not only has she led to hundreds of PR's while struggling with Hashimoto's (an autoimmune disease), but she pushed herself to run almost completely on her own.

Nowadays when people decide to start running (especially around the holidays) they usually do it to lose weight, begin a healthier lifestyle or even as hobby, perhaps. But it's crucial to never forget why you're running: because it's fun! Enjoy your runs and take it slow; don't let your ego get in the way of what could be your best run yet. That's exactly what Mark Kennedy is here to tell us; not only was pace key to his running but it's key to life. Mark is a USATF certified coach and former Kinesiologist [...]

Today we're going back to the physical side of running in life; we're talking about breathing. Did you know that many of us are breathing wrong? Yeah, that's actually a thing. And if you're a runner and you think you already know how to breathe, think again; taking our guest's advice to heart today could change your life. He's helped thousands of people, from Olympians to Elite runners, change their lives through their breathing and their running has never been the same.