Run Free Podcast

In this episode I answer questions from listeners including: is long slow distance running good, slow v fast release protein and timing, how many carbs per hour should one take in during a marathon, how to train for a marathon in extreme conditions, how to lift to add or not add size, is it possible to be a muscular distance runner, and how to handle post successful race let down emotions.

In this episode I discuss the upside down perspective of how wanting the best for your competitors will actually make you faster and how to nurture that sentiment towards them.

Stoked to share this conversation with Run Free Coach Courtney Barnes as she transitions from professional track athlete to trail and ultra running. Courtney’s sense of freedom and lightness is contagious as she shares how she keeps running from becoming her identity.

In this episode I share my experiences going through depression during my sophomore year at Stanford, which caused me to briefly drop out of school and also my emotional struggles with retirement, sharing some helpful tips that led me through these trying times.

Hear Chad’s sorry of learning to balance body weight/image and athletic performance along with a discussion on if drinking alcohol is detrimental for athletes.

Loved hearing my bro share his story from his Footlocker National Title in high school to his transition from running to triathlon to road cycling and mountain bike racing. Chad is one of my favorite people on the planet to hang with so had to make this a two-parter as we couldn’t seem to stop chatting. Part 1 here.

Lessons I’ve learned on how to optimally fuel post goal race during a two week off period and learning the answer to the question of weight issues in the off season. Also, what to eat post workout and why you might consider eating a midnight snack.

Hear the behind the scenes on Sara’s recent second place finish at the London Marathon.

In this episode I discuss how to set up chasing your goals with a successful mindset and strategic plan along with how to know when it is time to pivot or reverse direction when pursuing your goals.

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a long run, hard workout or race and wondered: ‘what am I doing out here?’ In this episode I discuss the importance of knowing the answer to that question and a discussion about what the purpose of running truly is.