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The Running Explained Podcasts5/e09 Injury Management 101: What Every Runner Needs to Know with Alyssa Ford, DPTWe all know the struggle: you're training hard, you're feeling strong—and then, boom, that injury hits. Whether it’s a sharp pain that stops you dead in your tracks or a lingering ache that just won’t quit, we’ve got you covered in this episode with physical therapist Alyssa Ford, DPT, where we dive into the emotional and physical journey of dealing with running injuries—and how to come out on top!From understanding overuse injuries to the mental health toll that constant injury battles can take, Alyssa and Elisabeth break it all down, explaining how unders...2025-04-041h 13
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e08 Running Across America: Kallup McCoy’s 3,000-Mile Mission for Healing and HopeCoach Elisabeth is joined by Kallup McCoy, a running coach, personal trainer, marathoner, Ironman, and founder of RezHOPE, a nonprofit supporting individuals in recovery. Kallup’s incredible story of transformation is a testament to the power of resilience, purpose, and community support.From battling drug addiction at the age of 11 to completing some of the toughest endurance races in the world, Kallup shares how running and ultra endurance sports helped him overcome personal struggles and find healing. He dives deep into his experience running the Trail of Tears, a 600-mile journey across the southeastern U.S. that al...2025-03-271h 11
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e07 How Much Does Running VOLUME Matter For Your Goals? with Jason FitzgeraldIn this episode, Coach Elisabeth chats with Jason Fitzgerald, the founder of Strength Running, about how much running volume, i.e. how much you in a week, matters for your goals. They tackle the big questions: Can you really race your best on fewer runs? How important is volume for serious performance? What role does cross-training play in your overall training plan? And, spoiler alert—junk miles don’t exist!They dive into balancing intensity and volume to become the strongest, fastest version of yourself. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned marathoner, you’ll leave with action...2025-03-201h 11
The Running Explained Podcasts5e/04 When You Can’t Run Anymore: A Story of Grief, Growth, & Resilience with Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT, OCSIn today’s episode, we’re diving into the inspiring and emotional journey of Kate Mihevc Edwards, a runner who turned her love for the sport into a career as a physical therapist specializing in running medicine. But her story isn’t just about the miles she’s logged or the strides she’s taken in her profession—it’s about facing life-changing challenges and finding a new way forward.Kate takes us through her personal and professional evolution, sharing her early experiences as a runner and the pivotal moment when she was diagnosed with ARVC, a rare genetic h...2025-02-271h 17
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e03 Run Your Best in 2025: The Top Trends You Can’t Ignore with Ashley MateoGet ready for a deep dive into the hottest trends in running for 2025! Coach Elisabeth teams up with running journalist and coach Ashley Mateo to explore all the exciting advancements happening in the world of running technology, nutrition, and gear. From the latest gadgets to fueling strategies that actually work, this episode is packed with insights that will level up your running game!Ashley, based in Colorado, brings her expert perspective on how running gear is evolving and why hydration and nutrition are now more personalized than ever. The tech is impressive, but the fundamentals—like getting en...2025-02-201h 16
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e02 The Runners Who Became Coaches: Our Stories! with The Running Explained Coaching TeamCoaching isn’t just about writing workouts—it’s aboutguiding, supporting, and adapting to each athlete’s needs. This week, Coach Elisabeth welcomes FIVE of the Running Explained run coaches to chat about their coaching journeys, favorite races, fueling strategies, and whatreally matters when guiding athletes. From breaking down common coaching myths to exploring the deep impact of the coach-athlete relationship, this conversation highlights thehuman side of coaching—because coaching isn’t just about training plans, it’s about understandingyou!We dive into the challenges and joys of coaching, the importance ofcommunication and trust, and why coaching is a collabora...2025-02-131h 10
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e01 The Science of Habit Formation: Building Habits & Behaviors That Support Your Running Goals! with Karin Nordin, PhDWelcome to Season 5 of The Running Explained Podcast!IT'S BAAAAAAAACK!What does it really take to change our habits, stay consistent, and build a mindset that supports our goals? In this episode, Dr. Karin Nordin, owner of Body Brain Alliance, joins Coach Elisabeth to break down the psychology of behavior change, motivation, and consistency, particularly in the context of running and exercise. They dive into how our brains resist change, why goal setting matters, and the role of self-perception in shaping our actions.You'll learn actionable strategies for habit formation, how to overcome...2025-02-061h 21
The Elevate Your Running PodcastEP. 157 - We Were On a Break! How to Return to Running After a Hiatus with Running Explained Founder, Elisabeth ScottEver taken a break from running and wondered how to get back on track safely? Elisabeth Scott from Running Explained shares her journey of returning to running after a hiatus, offering practical tips and insights to help you do the same. Whether you've hit pause due to life, injury, or burnout, this episode is here to guide and inspire you!
In this Episode, We Dive Into:
Normalizing taking breaks from running
What categories “taking a break” rather than an extended rest period
How to return to run safety
2025-01-1658 min
The Fuel Run Recover PodcastTranslating Elite Running Advice for The Everyday Athlete with Elisabeth ScottWelcome to season 2, episode 42 of The Fuel Run Recover podcast, where I'm joined by fellow running coach and podcast host Elisabeth Scott from Running Explained!
Elisabeth and I always have a great time chatting about all things running, and this time around is no different as we dig into how coaches like ourselves, who primarily coach the 'everyday runner', take and translate running research, advice, and rules and apply them to our clients.
Can the average runner really apply a lot of running advice, or are they setting themselves...2024-11-191h 20
Unlock Top Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, SportsIron Mike: My Life Behind the Bench by Scott Morrison, Mike KeenanPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/773252 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Iron Mike: My Life Behind the Bench Author: Scott Morrison, Mike Keenan Narrator: Wayne Ward Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 3 minutes Release date: October 1, 2024 Genres: Sports Publisher's Summary: AN INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER The must-read memoir of one of the NHL's most controversial and successful coaches—winner of the 1994 Stanley Cup with the New York Rangers. In the fraternity of NHL coaches, some stand out for their winning records, some for their big personalities and some for their unprecedented methods. Mike Keenan stands out on all these counts, and mo...2024-10-0110 min
The Running Explained PodcastHiatus AnnouncementThe Running Explained Podcast is taking a hiatus for the next few months but Coach Elisabeth will be back!2024-09-1201 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e20 The "Zone 2" Journey with Dr. Lisa Mitro, DPT (@dr.lisa.dpt)LET'S TALK ABOUT "ZONE 2"!! Dr. Lisa Mitro rejoins the show to share her Zone 2 running journey, and we talk all about the importance of this intensity zone for runners, what it is, how to find it, and so much more!!
What IS "Zone 2"? What are we ACTUALLY trying to achieve here?
How easy running can help prevent injury
Embracing slowing down (& how to convince runners it's OK to slow down!)
Common running form issues on easy runs
Using heart rate to define your easy zone
OTHER ways...2024-08-221h 12
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e28 Smash Your Mental Blocks & Perform Like a Champion with Sports Psychologist Ashley Eckermann, MS, MPMDoes it sometimes feel like there is an actual barrier preventing you from achieving a goal? In this episode, Coach Elisabeth sits down with sports psychologist/mental performance coach (and, of course, endurance athlete enthusiast) Ashley Eckermann, to explore how our thoughts control our outcomes and WHY we run into these mental blocks!
From cultivating belief in oneself, to visualization exercises, to self-talk, Ashley provides strategies for handling common mental blocks like struggling with pace goals or mid-race doubts that runners often face. and offers practical strategies for overcoming them and continuing to ENJOY your favorite hobby...2024-08-091h 01
Most memorable journeysAgni Scott - How she nearly didn’t get the part in Find me FallingAgni Scott was born and raised in Cyprus and is a multilingual actress whose first language is Greek. She spent the first 18 years of her life on the sunny shores of the Mediterranean island before moving to the United States to pursue higher education.Agni Scott is known for Bridget Jones's Baby (2016), Persuasion (2022) and Spooks (2002) but we all fell in love with her in “Find me Falling”, the recent movie produced in Cyprus which is trending on Netflix.Agni has an MFA in acting from Brandeis University and earned a BFA in acting from Florida Inte...2024-07-3035 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e26 CaffeineVROOM VROOM, BABY! Caffeine is THE most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world, and it's one of the most commonly available ergogenic aids (i.e. substances that can improve athletic performance). In this episode we talk about the research behind caffeine and its effect on endurance performance, "fast" and "slow" metabolizers, dosing, timing, the placebo effect, caffeine's effect on heart rate, and more!
Coach Elisabeth is the Founder and Head Coach at Running Explained, 6x marathoner, multi-certified coach, Boston Qualifier, and enthusiastic believer in your ability to turn the impossible into the possible. Whether you're a...2024-07-1851 min
Tread Lightly Running Podcast74: How to Set Realistic Running Goals (With Elisabeth Scott of Running Explained)We are doing something a bit different in this episode! Periodically, we will bring guests onto the show. Today we have our first guest, who has graciously hosted us on her podcast before. Elisabeth Scott of Running Explained joins us for a discussion on running goals.
Discussion points include:
Process goals vs outcome goals
How much can you improve in a training cycle?
How to set realistic running goals
How to use race equivalency calculators
Mental vs physical limitations
How to reset after missing your goals
How social media impacts goal setting
...2024-07-1334 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e25 “Why Am I Gaining Weight During Marathon Training?” and Other Questions About Weight & Body Composition with Holley Samuel, RD"Why am I GAINING weight in marathon training?? I'm running so much!" This week Holley Samuel, RD, returns to the pod for a conversation about weight loss, weight gain, 'weight anxiety', performance, health, and so much more!
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Reasons for Weight Gain During Marathon Training
Shifting the Focus from Appearance to Performance and Health
Embracing Body Changes Throughout Different Stages of Life
Challenging the Moralistic View of Weight
Inclusivity and Health in Larger Bodies
Breaking Stereotypes in the Running Community
appearance vs. Performance in Elite Athletes
Seeking Multiple Opinions and Focusing on Overall Health
...2024-07-1251 min
Unlock Top Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, SportsLegendary: The 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers Defense, the Zone Blitz, and My Six Decades in the NFL by George Von Benko, Dick Lebeau, Scott BrownPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/782456 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Legendary: The 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers Defense, the Zone Blitz, and My Six Decades in the NFL Author: George Von Benko, Dick Lebeau, Scott Brown Narrator: Troy Polamalu, Dick Lebeau, Todd Menesses, James Harrison Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 39 minutes Release date: July 9, 2024 Genres: Sports Publisher's Summary: This audiobook edition features narration from Pittsburgh Steelers greats: Hall of Famer Troy Polamalu, 5-time Pro Bowler James Harrison, and coach Dick LeBeau himself. To most NFL fans, Dick LeBeau is known as a football lifer, Pro Football Hall of Fame member, and...2024-07-0903 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e24 Heat Series Part 2: Heat Acclimation, Cooling Strategies, & HyperhydrationHOW TO RUN BETTER IN THE HEAT: everything you need to know about heat acclimation/acclimatization, heat adaptation benefits, how long those benefits last, passive vs active heat training methods, cooling strategies, and hyperhydration!
KEY TOPICS
Differentiating Heat Acclimation and Heat Acclimatization
Methods of Heat Training for Runners
Benefits of Heat Acclimation for Runners
Physiological Changes in Heat Acclimation
Cooling Strategies for Hot Weather Performance
Hyperhydration Strategies for Improved Performance in the Heat
Considerations for Individual Hydration Needs in Extreme Conditions
Coach Elisabeth is the Founder and Head Coach at Running Explained, 6...2024-07-0558 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e23: Heat Series Part 1: Why Running in the Heat Slows You Down So MuchIT'S NOT YOU, IT'S JUST THE HEAT. But WHY do we slow down (sometimes a lot) in hot weather? Coach Elisabeth takes you through the science of hot weather endurance exercise and what's actually happening inside your body when you're going on that hot weather run
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Overview
02:26 - Running in the Heat: Performance Impact
05:26 Thermoregulation: Maintaining Core Temperature
08:20 - Hydration: Importance and Individual Needs
14:03 - Exertional Heat Stroke: Risks and Prevention
44:59 - The Importance of Staying Hydrated in Hot Weather
2024-06-271h 12
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e/22 How Mobility Can Help Chronic Injury & Improve Running PerformanceIs MOBILITY the secret sauce to your running?? In this episode, Dr. Matt Silver, DPT (@alphaprojectphyzio) dive into the science of mobility and tissue quality! We talk about how hip extension, ankle dorsiflexion, and thoracic mobility are KEY for not only performance but long-term running success, talk about tightness - when you need to stretch vs strengthen - AND learn the surprising importance of big toe mobility for that perfect push-off! Plus, Dr. Matt teaches how to use those lacrosse balls and foam rollers properly!
GUEST BIO:
Dr. Matt Silver is a...2024-06-201h 04
Nuanced Nutrition PodCreating consistency & long-term success with your running with Elisabeth ScottIn this episode, I chat with Elisabeth Scott RRCA Level 1 Certified Coach, UESCA Certified Running Coach, USATF Level 1 Certified Coach, owner of Running Explained and host of Running Explained Podcast.
Do you love the sport of running and want to enjoy it (healthfully) for years to come? This episode is FOR YOU! Elisabeth and I chat about how to take a smarter (not harder) approach to your training, how data can be helpful (and hurtful), smart training to prevent injuries, RPE vs heart-rate training, how to incorporate speed training and working with a run...2024-06-1755 min
The Rambling Runner Podcast#625 - Elisabeth Scott: My Favorite WorkoutsElisabeth Scott is the woman being the hugely successful Running Explained Instagram account (that has nearly 200K followers!) and coaching service. She has three different coaching certifications and continues to provide the running community with a bevy of thoughtful and useful information on training, racing, and everything in-between. She also hosts the fantastic Running Explained Podcast.You can learn more about Elisabeth at www.instagram.com/runningexplained and www.runningexplained.coSponsorsASICS - Check out my favorite footwear brand, and the new Metaspeed Sky and Edge Paris racers that...2024-06-1434 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e21 Data Driven Training for the Everyday Athlete with Jonah Rosner, MS, CSCSDATA DATA EVERYWHERE! VO2max, heart rate, training status, body battery, sleep score, intensity zones, HRV, heat acclimation status, training readiness, cadence, ground contact time, vertical oscillation... HOW DO YOU SORT THROUGH IT ALL?
Sports scientist Jonah Rosner, MS, CSCS, is here to help YOU understand 1) what's important and what's just noise, 2) how to accurately gather data, and 3) how to implement it in your training! We explore how to effectively use key data points such as distance, pace, heart rate, and subjective feel to guide your training, and discuss the importance of balancing objective data with personal...2024-06-131h 02
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e19 Can You Do TOO MUCH Base-Building? & Other Questions Answered! with Coach ElisabethONE-TAKE Q&A RETURNS!! Answering extra questions from a recent Instagram story Q&A, Coach Elisabeth takes on YOUR questions about running, training, racing, and more! Learn about...
Tapering for a week-long running event
Can you do TOO MUCH base-building??
Keeping HR low while trying to increase cadence
Adding an extra day of cross-training late in marathon training
Handling race week nerves
Running in gusty winds
Trying to race a 5k the week after a marathon - yay or nay?
Age-graded running performance...2024-05-231h 08
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e14 A Q&A Episode: Your Questions Answered! with Coach ElisabethLET'S GET SOME ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS! In this UNEDITED, one-take episode, Coach Elisabeth goes through the leftover questions from a recent Instagram Story Q&A!
Pre-written training plans & the Banana Republic pants analogy
Workouts in off-seasons
Post-half marathon recovery and the "reverse taper"
Why are my easy runs getting slower in marathon training?
Am I failing my easy run if its 75% easy/25% moderate?
Upset tummy post-run
Hilly race training
Long run workouts
"Slow release" gels
Keto for endurance runners?
"hey Coach Elisabeth"
Fueling during injury rehab
Improving marathon performance
...PLUS ALL THE TANGENTS, SIDEBARS, AND RANDOM...2024-04-181h 09
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e12 When SHOULD You Skip A Run or Workout? with Coach ElisabethMuch is made of dedication and "no days off" in the running world... except, sometimes, you SHOULD skip a run or take the day off! Conversely, sometimes that little voice in your head can convince you that you shouldn't for your run today... when actually, it's in your best interest that you do! But how to figure out the difference? And why does it matter?
---Wondering how YOU should train? Wondering what types of runs & workouts YOU should do to reach your running goals?TRAINING PLANS for 5k through Marathon, beginner to experienced, AND...2024-04-041h 07
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e11 Everything You Need to Know About VO2max with Coach ElisabethLet's dive into VO2max! In this episode, Coach Elisabeth unravels the intricacies of VO2Max, its measurement, and its significance in endurance performance. How much do you ACTUALLY need to focus on VO2max?
What VO2max measures, and the variations in ranges observed across different populations, spanning from beginners to elite athletes.
The challenges associated with accurately assessing VO2Max, particularly through fitness wearables
A comparison between VO2Max tests and other assessments (like lactate threshold) as a predictor of performance
What VO2max workouts actually look like
And more!
2024-03-291h 08
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e10 How Long Does It ACTUALLY Take To Lose Fitness? with Coach ElisabethYour fitness isn't as fragile as you think it is!! Fitness loss is not as quick or significant as many people fear, and taking a few days or week off has essentially no impact on your fitness. And while detraining is a natural part of the training process and can be beneficial in certain contexts, taking long weeks or months off will definitely result in a detraining effect... but what does that timeline look like?
2024-03-2150 min
Unlock Top Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, SportsKingdom on Fire: Kareem, Wooden, Walton, and the Turbulent Days of the UCLA Basketball Dynasty by Scott Howard-CooperPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/717414 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Kingdom on Fire: Kareem, Wooden, Walton, and the Turbulent Days of the UCLA Basketball Dynasty Author: Scott Howard-Cooper Narrator: Feodor Chin Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 43 minutes Release date: March 5, 2024 Genres: Sports Publisher's Summary: In the tradition of Blood in the Garden and Three-Ring Circus comes a bold history of the iconic UCLA Bruins championship teams led by legendary coach John Wooden, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Walton—set against the turmoil of American culture in the 1960s and ’70s. Few basketball dynasties have reigned supreme like the UCLA Brui...2024-03-0503 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e07 The Half Marathon Training Episode! with Coach ElisabethLET'S DIVE INTO THE HALF MARATHON! This episode with Coach Elisabeth delves into half marathon training: uncover the secrets to conquering this popular race distance, armed with insights that focus on optimal performance. From building your aerobic endurance foundation to mastering targeted workouts like lactate threshold sessions, elevate your performance to new heights and set the stage for a fabulous half marathon journey!
We cover the art of pacing, steering clear of race pace obsession, and common pitfalls faced by half marathoners, from hitting the wall to training errors and pacing dilemmas. Learn to fine-tune your half...2024-02-2257 min
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e06 How (& Why) To Increase Your Running Volume with Coach ElisabethLet's run MORE!! Why? In this episode with Coach Elisabeth, we talk about how to increase running volume effectively and the importance of finding the right balance between volume and frequency, and the relationship between volume and speed. Practical tips for adding volume to your training week include adding another day of running and distributing volume increases throughout the week, plus the importance of easy effort running and the limitations of the 10% rule. She also highlights the varying volume of elite runners and the dedication and time required to achieve aggressive performance goals. She encourages runners to maintain a...2024-02-151h 03
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e05 Simplifying Daily Nutrition for the Busy Runner with Alex Larson, RDEating to support your running can feel really overwhelming when you're ALSO being a partner, parent, employee, friend - ALL of the things you also are in your busy life! Sports dietitian Alex Larson, RD (@alexlarsonnutrition) and Coach Elisabeth cover topics such as post-workout breakfasts for busy mornings, easy fueling before and after workouts, simple ways to add carbs and other foods, tips for athletes with unpredictable schedules, understanding hunger and fullness cues, nutrition for two-a-day workouts, and simple and actionable tips for nutrition!2024-02-081h 09
The Running Explained Podcasts4/e01 Characteristics of Elite Distance RunnersWelcome to 2024! In this first episode of the year, Coach Elisabeth breaks down what makes an "elite" runner elite: their genetics, training, and more!
-What is "elite"? A tiered framework for understanding athletic performance
-Genetic predispositions: maybe they're born with it!
-Why it's not just about good genes
-The training: how much? What type?
-And more!
2024-01-111h 09
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e47 End of Year Lessons & ReflectionsANOTHER YEAR DOWN! What did I learn this year? What have I been reflecting on the most? From RED-S recovery to carbon plated shoes, to abolishing the binary of "rehab" vs. strength training, to why welcoming runners of ALL paces into our community is important (and why I want YOU to stop being ashamed of your paces), it's time for another year-end reflection! Thank you for making 2023 the best year yet of The Running Explained Podcast!
With love, gratitude, and all the miles,
Coach Elisabeth2023-12-2843 min
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e45 Analyzing Your Training Cycle with Coach ElisabethTaking objective stock of your training cycle - what did you attempt to do, what actually happened, and how did it feel - can be an incredibly useful exercise so that you can learn what worked, what didn't... and ID any mistakes that were made! Coach Elisabeth walks you through training cycle analysis in this episode that will encourage you to...
1) Objectively look at what you set out to do vs what actually happened
2) Identify patterns & learn lessons
3) Understand what is and is outside of your control
and 4) Take those lessons...2023-12-0755 min
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e42 Post Race Recovery with Coach ElisabethPost-race recovery starts AS SOON AS YOU CROSS THE FINISH LINE! What do you need to do to set yourself up for post-race recovery success?
This episode is sponsored by Previnex! Try the probiotic that Coach Elisabeth takes daily for her own gut health, and save 15% using code RUNEXP on your first order from Previnex.com!
-The very first things to focus on after crossing the finish line
-Refueling and hydrating in the hours after your race
-Muscle glycogen depletion and resynthesis
-WHY racing is so stressful on your body...2023-11-0959 min
That Psyched RunnerHow Running Resembles Human Nature with Elisabeth Scott from Running ExplainedHello everyone! Thank you for tuning into another wonderful episode! Today, I have a very special guest, Elisabeth Scott from The Running Explained! Elisabeth is a run coach who developed a platform to help other runners thrive, called Running Explained! Today, Elisabeth and I have a meaningful conversation about the true nature of running. After discussing Elisabeth's story, We discuss topics such as
1. What it means to find your WHY
2. How running reflects human nature
3. The importance of easy running
4. What to do when you feel "stuck"
5. Psychological underpinnings...2023-09-2556 min
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e32 Quarterly Runner's Q&A With Coach ElisabethLet's answer some questions! In this episode, Coach Elisabeth answers 4 running related questions:
What’s the deal with these menthol gels? Are they going to
help me in the heat?
The recommendations for running (or not running) when you’re
sick and how to deal with the “back to school” season of constant sickness
Dealing with severe race anxiety
Can men get RED-S/have Low Energy Availability too?
STUDIES DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
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The Strength Running PodcastPacing, Structure, and Philosophy of Running Workouts with Elisabeth ScottElisabeth Scott, a multiple-certified running coach and host of the Running Explained Podcast, joins us to discuss all things WORKOUTS. What is a workout? What is the purpose of a workout? What are the different types of workouts? We discuss pacing vs. running via perceived effort, the philosophy behind workouts, and how to structure them. Links & Resources from the Show: Elisabeth's podcast Running Explained Let me help you with a training plan Follow Elisabeth on Instagram Thank you DrinkLMNT! A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this ep...2023-08-171h 17
Real Life Runners with Angie and Kevin Brown317: Be Where Your Feet Are with Elisabeth Scott Elisabeth Scott is the founder and head coach of Running Explained. She is on a mission to help runners of all abilities and experience levels become better, smarter, and faster runners. Find her science-based education at www.runningexplained.co, on Instagram at @runningexplained, and every Thursday on new episodes of the top-rated The Running Explained Podcast, available on all major platforms.If you want to connect with Elisabeth, you can find her at the links below!Website: www.runningexplained.coInstagram: instagram.com/runningexplained What are your thoughts?? Come ov...2023-07-2757 min
Actively Fueled PodcastEpisode 8: How to Prevent Overtraining in Running w/ Elisabeth ScottToday we are talking with Elisabeth Scott from Running Explained about overtraining, how to recognize we are overtraining and ways to prevent over training so we can run for years to come! Elisabeth Scott is the founder and head coach of Running Explained. She is on a mission to help runners of all abilities and experience levels become better, smarter, and faster runners. Find her at www.runningexplained.co, on Instagram at @runningexplained, and every Thursday on new episodes of the top-rated The Running Explained Podcast, available on all major platforms. Brooke Czarnecki is the...2023-06-1542 min
The Knighton Runs Podcast69 | Running Explained by Elisabeth ScottWhy do athletes train the way they do?
On this week's episode of The Knighton Runs Podcast, I interview Elisabeth Scott of Running Explained.
Elisabeth Scott is the host of the popular show, The Running Explained Podcast. Whether you are a new or experienced runner, there is always something new to learn about training, racing, nutrition, recovery, gear, and more. Elisabeth provides evidence-based answers in Q&A episodes plus special guest interviews with subject-matter experts.
In our conversation, Elisabeth Scott tells us about the work she does educating runners, what's stuck out to...2023-06-1453 min
The Embodied CEOS2 Ep 11: Authenticity, Passion, and Online Boundaries with Elisabeth ScottSo many business owners focus on the wrong thing when it comes to social media. It’s truly not about how many followers you have, it’s about showing up as your authentic self for your audience.
In todays’ episode, I’m chatting with Elisabeth Scott, a runner and running coach who has grown her audience tremendously over the past few years. Elisabeth shares why you should focus on providing the best, most impactful information you can with your followers, why you shouldn’t be afraid to repeat yourself, and how to keep your online presence separate from your p...2023-06-0642 min
Task, Time, Energy: The Purpose-Filled Productivity PodcastFinding Your Basket of Socks with Elisabeth Farnsworth GrantElisabeth Farnsworth Grant grew up in a very religious household where a woman’s role in life was clearly defined for her.She married and started a family at a young age, but soon shifted from focusing solely on her husband and children to finishing her education and developing her own talents as an artist and musician.Building on her love of service and of giving to the community—values that she carried with her from her childhood—she learned to use her talents to support causes that she believed in while still taking care of her...2023-06-0245 min
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e17 Runner Q&A with Coach ElisabethIn this mid-week Q&A episode with Coach Elisabeth, we tackle 3 recent questions from runners:
What's going on with all these marathoners who run massive PRs (30-40 minutes or more) from their 1st to their 2nd marathon?
Can I still get faster as a masters (over 40) runner
Why is my watch VO2max decreasing/why does my watch say my run was "unproductive"?
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Looking for guidance in your training? Not sure what do to or when do to it? Want SPECIFIC advice for your training or to learn EXACTLY what YOU should do to...2023-05-1141 min
Healthy Runner Podcast175. How to Train Hills with Coach Elisabeth ScottStruggling to run up hills or want to learn more about how you can add hill training for running into your next training cycle? Do you want to get stronger for running uphill or are wondering what muscles you should strengthen for hill training? Elisabeth Scott is marathoner, coach, answer seeker, and owner of Running Explained and host of the Running Explained Podcast. Elisabeth and I chat about how to implement hill training into your running. We answer the following questions and get into so much more: -What...2023-05-111h 04
The Running Explained Podcast*s3/e16 Training by Time vs Distance with Coach ElisabethShould you train by TIME or train by DISTANCE? ...or both? Coach Elisabeth breaks down time-based vs distance-based training, the pros and cons of each, and what we're ACTUALLY targeting in our training
Training plans written to time vs distance
WHY and WHEN time vs distance is more appropriate
Distance-based training applied to athletes of different paces
What happens on runs of different lengths
Workouts of different distances vs durations
How to convert a distance-based plan into a time-based one
and more!
🕶️🦩This episode is sponsored by GOODR SUNGLASSES! Every pair comes with a 1-Year Warranty and 30-day FRE...2023-05-0458 min
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e14 The Boston Marathon RecapCoach Elisabeth recaps running the 127th Boston Marathon this past Patriots Day! Learn about... the uphills, the downhills, the good, the bad, and the ugly of running a quad-shredding course like this one!2023-04-201h 08
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e12 Running & Your Immune System with Dr. Yasmin Mohseni, PhD (@doctor.yas_)Learn about your IMMUNE SYSTEM and how endurance running affects it! Immunologist Dr. Yasmin Mohseni, PhD, joins the show this week to talk about running and our immune systems, including...
The basics of what our immune system is and what it does
Is exercise good for our immune system? Why?
What's going on when we feel like we're "getting sick" after a very hard run or a very hard race; are we actually getting sick?
ARE we more likely to get sick after a hard workout or race (the "open window" hypothesis)?
"Immune-boosting" things & what we can actually...2023-04-0653 min
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e11 Understanding Discipline & Motivation with Coach ElisabethWhat IS discipline and how do we cultivate it? Do you struggle to stay "motivated" and be consistent? Do you believe that discipline is about sacrifice, denial, and rigidly inflexible scheduling? Coach Elisabeth explores the concepts of discipline, motivation, and willpower in this solo episode!
Discipline & willpower are often associated with self-denial, with struggle, with sacrifice, but that's the wrong way to approach behavior change. Self-discipline is the ability to manage your thoughts, emotions, or behavior in the face of temptation in order to achieve a specific goal, and what your GOAL is and WHY you’re do...2023-03-301h 00
The Fuel Run Recover PodcastSharing Our Biggest Running Mistakes with Elisabeth ScottOn this episode of The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, we're bringing you something a little bit different, as I sit down with Elisabeth Scott to share some of our BIGGEST running mistakes, and the lessons we've learned along the way (so far!)
Elisabeth Scott is the founder and head coach of Running Explained. She is on a mission to help runners of all abilities and experience levels become better, smarter, and faster runners. Find her at www.runningexplained.co, on Instagram at @runningexplained, and every Thursday on new episodes of the top-rated The Running Explained Podcast, available o...2023-03-281h 10
Doctors of Running Podcast#130 All your Training & Racing Questions Answered, with Run Coach Elisabeth Scott (Running Explained)On this episode of the podcast, Nathan and Matt are joined by a very special guest: Elisabeth Scott of Running Explained! Elisabeth lends us her coaching expertise to answer all of your (and our) training and racing questions: favorite workouts, how to understand heart rate data, burnout, Strava drama, and more! Tune in for a enlightening and fascinating discussion that's sure to improve your running journey!
Elisabeth started Running Explained with the mission to help runners of all experiences and abilities become students of the sport and understand the how, what, and why of running! Although active...2023-03-151h 07
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e08 Runner Q&A with Coach ElisabethThis week's episode is a RUNNER Q&A! Coach Elisabeth answers questions about warm-ups, "glute activation", how to find your race pace when you're doing mostly easy running, WHY our runs are (often) of different lengths during the week, a first marathon pep talk, and more!
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The Elevate Your Running PodcastEP. 57 - Why Heart Rate Training? | Running Explained w/ Elisabeth ScottHeart rate training is a “buzz” topic in the running community (and for good reason), but why must it be so hard for every day athletes to understand?
Becoming a better runner doesn’t need to be so complicated, and this episode aims to explain one of the most misunderstood means of development in endurance sport. A topic that our guest knows all about!
Elisabeth Scott is the founder of Running Explained, a comprehensive resource to help runners of all experiences and abilities become students of the sport and understand the how, what, and why of runn...2023-02-231h 07
The Running Explained Podcasts3/e01 Understanding Cadence with Dr. Matt Minard, DPT, CSCS (@learn.2.run)Welcome to Season 3! Dr. Matt Minard, DPT, CSCS, founder of Learn2Run, joins Coach Elisabeth for the first episode of 2023 for a deep dive on running cadence.
WHAT is running cadence?
WHEN does cadence matter?
WHO should pay attention to cadence?
Learn about optimal cadence, the relationship between cadence and speed, cadence and stride right, and more in this wide-ranging conversation about running cadence!
Dr. Matt Minard owns Learn 2 Run, a program that teaches runners how to run smarter, safer, and faster. He hopes this podcast will help runners...2023-01-121h 25
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e45 5 Lessons & Reflections from 2022 with Coach ElisabethCoach Elisabeth breaks down 5 lessons & reflections from 2022 in this final episode of the year, including....
Stress is stress
You can't always get what you want
A little speed goes a long way
An object in motion stays in motion
Being in shape is awesome; getting into shape sucks
This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker! For a limited time, get 20% off the entire InsideTracker store; visit insidetracker.com/runningexplained today! Created by leading scientists in aging, genetics, and biometrics, InsideTracker analyzes your blood, DNA, and fitness tracking data to identify where you’re optimized—and where you’re not. Y...2022-12-2947 min
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e45 Runner Q&A with Coach ElisabethLet's finish up 2022 with an old-fashioned listener Q&A! Coach Elisabeth goes through a variety of listener-submitted questions in this second-to-last episode of the year, discussing training cycles & trying to get pregnant, stress fractures, best hydration vests, run coaching, and more!
2022-12-2256 minHealthy Runner Podcast148. Running Explained with Elisabeth Scott!Have you started running as an adult and you would like to know how to become a better, smarter, and faster runner? Then you will want to listen in and meet Elisabeth Scott who is not only the founder and head coach at Running Explained but is also the host of the Running Explained Podcast! In this episode we chat about why she started running, her personal struggle with addiction, alcoholism, overcoming injuries, and how she fell backwards into the business of Running Explained. We also cover how...2022-11-031h 04
Running Strong56 - Elisabeth Scott on Running FundamentalsElisabeth Scott is the owner/founder/head coach of Running Explained - a very popular Instagram page and running podcast. She and I sat down to discuss running fundamentals.
So whether you're newer to the scene or just need a reminder, we discuss the fundamentals of running - from going easy to fitting running into your busy life.
This would also be a perfect episode to share with that particular person (you know the one) who's been thinking about joining you on a run, but just hasn't taken the first step because they don't know...2022-10-1553 min
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e36 Chicago Marathon RecapCoach Elisabeth recaps the Chicago Marathon! Hear about the course, the experience, and the weekend itself!
The course
The crowds
The weekend experience
On-course support
Tips & tricks
The pros & cons to running a race like this!
🕶️🦩This episode is sponsored by GOODR SUNGLASSES! Get FREE SHIPPING on your next order of sunglasses & support the show using code RUNEXP at www.goodr.com! 🕶️2022-10-1358 min
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e34 Plantar Fasciitis with Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS (@sparkhealthyrunner)PLANTAR FASCIITIS is one of the more common, and more stubborn, running-related injuries. Dr. Duane Scott, DPT, PhD, OCS (@sparkhealthyrunner) joins the show to share his 20+ years of PT wisdom about Plantar Fasciitis!
What is Plantar Fasciitis & what does it feel like?
WHY is Plantar Fasciitis a more common running injury?
What is fascia and what causes PF?
Treatment: orthotics? Yay or nay?
Carbon plate shoes
Why PF takes so long to actually resolve
Exercises to help resolve Plantar Fasciitis
Passive versus active treatment
Prevention strategies for Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis FREE E-book: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com...2022-09-291h 08
RunnersConnect Run to the Top PodcastFrustrated with Your Running Progress? How to Smash Your Plateau with Elisabeth ScottHave 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 chan...2022-08-3144 minRun to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to RunningFrustrated with Your Running Progress? How to Smash Your Plateau with Elisabeth ScottHave 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 chan...2022-08-3144 min
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e28: The Taper with Coach ElisabethTAPERING is a vitally important, integral part of your race-specific training, yet many runners struggle to taper properly! In this episode, Coach Elisabeth outlines the basics of...
What is taper is
What a taper does
HOW to taper properly
What's normal (& not normal) in a taper
How to deal with the anxiety of "running less"
Strength & cross-training in your taper
And more!
Visit runningexplained.co for training plans, 1:1 run coaching, group coaching, and more!
🕶️🦩This episode is sponsored by GOODR SUNGLASSES! Get 15% off (my favorite) running sunglasses in the world & support the show usi...2022-08-1857 min
A Runner’s Life#133 - How to Prepare a Marathon Training Plan with Coach Elisabeth Scott (Marathon Training Series)In episode 133, I speak with Elisabeth Scott, who is the founder and head coach at Running Explained. She is on a mission to help runners of all abilities and experience levels become better, smarter, faster runners. Find her at www.runningexplained.co, on Instagram at @runningexplained, and every week on new episodes of The Running Explained Podcast.
In this conversation we cover some essential pointers for those who want to create their own marathon training plan. Thank you to everyone that sent in questions.
We also have bonus material of this episode where we discuss ti...2022-07-0954 min
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e22 "Bad Running Advice" with Coach ElisabethNot all advice, however well-intentioned, is good advice. And some advice is downright bad! Coach Elisabeth addressed some "bad running advice", from the misguided to the misunderstood & misconstrued, to the downright dangerous.
How NOT to train effectively
When NOT to push through the pain
What DOESN'T determine your readiness to run a marathon
Why it's BAD when your body stops sweating
Taking hydration/fueling DOESN'T slow you down
There's NO one size fits all plan for your goals
Coach Elisabeth is the founder and Head Coach of Running Explained; her goal is to help educate runners of a...2022-06-3051 min
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e21 Muscle Cramps (What We Do & Don't Know) with Coach ElisabethNASTY CRAMPSES! Why do they happen, and always at the worst time? Learn what we do and don't know about the cause of and risk factors for exercise-associated muscle cramps (EAMC) in this episode with Coach Elisabeth, including...
A history of the research on muscle cramps in the last 100 years
The basics of muscle types & HOW your skeletal muscles work
The "electrolyte imbalance" theory of muscle cramping
The "neuromotor" theory of muscle cramping
Things you can do to help reduce your risk of muscles cramps
and more!
Visit runningexplained.co for Fall Training Groups, training plans, and 1:1 r...2022-06-231h 01
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e18 Run-Walk & How to Use It with Coach ElisabethRUN-WALK! When to use it, WHY to use it, how to use it! Learn about run-walk with Coach Elisabeth, even if YOU don't think you need run-walk in your training!What is run-walk?How does run-walk work?Using run-walk to build aerobic capacityHow to EFFECTIVELY use run-walk in your trainingCommon rebuttals to run-walk/running slowTime-based run-walk intervalsAnd more!Visit runningexplained.co for Fall Training Groups, training plans, and 1:1 run coaching options!2022-05-261h 06The Strength Running PodcastRunning Explained’s Elisabeth Scott on Pacing, Easy Runs, Zone 2, and MoreElisabeth Scott has coaching certifications from RRCA, USATF, and UESCA. She's also the host of the enormously popular Running Explained podcast. In this episode, we take listener questions! We're answering Questions from Jason's Instagram page on pacing, intensity, zones, distribution of effort over time, and more. Links & Resources from the Show: Visit Elisabeth’s website Check out the Running Explained Podcast Follow Elisabeth on Instagram and Facebook Can I help with your training? Thank You InsideTracker! This episode is brought to you by InsideTracker, one of the most reputable blood testing co...2022-04-281h 10
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e14 Iron for Runners: What You Need To Know with Dr. McKale Montgomery, MS, PhDDr. McKale Montgomery, 2:34 marathoner and iron researcher, joins the show this week to discuss her two great loves: endurance running and iron!! Learn all about iron and the role it plays in our body every day, the importance of iron for endurance performance (and health), and more!
What role does iron play in our body?
Why is sufficient iron important specifically for running performance?
Iron deficiency/anemia & causes & risk factors
Iron overload & causes
Iron absorption & metabolism
The daily iron needs of the average runner
PLUS learn about McKale's elite-level training and her big upcoming goals!
Dr. McKale...2022-04-211h 00
The Passionate RunnerElisabeth Scott - From Sedentary to A Marathoner: Becoming Better, Faster, & StrongerEpisode SummaryElisabeth Scott is a multi-certified run coach and creator of Running Explained, an organization that is on a mission to turn everyone into educated, smarter, faster runners. Elisabeth is also the host of the wildly popular Running Explained Podcast, a show that answers all running questions for beginners and experts alike. From training to racing, nutrition, recovery and gear, there's always something new to learn about running.Today, Whitney and Elisabeth talk about her inspirational running journey, going from a beginning runner who was completely sedentary to running a 4:05 marathon in just six...2022-03-3052 min
The Running Explained Podcasts2/e10 Making A Race Day Plan with Coach ElisabethSOLO EPISODE! Making a race day plan: what do you need to do to make your big race day successful?
Logistics: traveling, food, timing, etc
Working backwards on race day
Big races with corrals & special considerations
Race day gear
Fueling & Hydration strategy
A, B, C, D goals
Developing pacing strategies
Planning for in-race challenges & rough spots
and more!
Elisabeth Scott is the founder and head coach at Running Explained. She holds certifications from RRCA, USATF, and UESCA and is on a mission to get runners to slow the heck down on their easy runs. Find her at w...2022-03-241h 11
Holley Fueled Nutrition PodcastWhen Training Doesn't Go To Plan with Elisabeth ScottIn this episode, we chat with Elisabeth Scott, founder of Running Explained about what to do when your training cycle doesn't go to plan or as smoothly as you were hoping.
Elisabeth is an avid runner, running coach, answer seeker, and founder of Running Explained. She is on a mission to turn everyone into educated, smarter, FASTER runners.
Thank you to COROS Global for sponsoring today's episode! To become part of the COROS community, follow @COROSGlobal on Instagram and Facebook. Visit https://us.coros.com/?rfsn=6178383.e34256 and use code FITCOOKIENUTRITION for any free accessory w...2021-10-2958 min
Time To Shine TodayBrain Based Wellness - TTST Interview with Coach Elisabeth KristofShow Notes:Elisabeth Kristof is an expert in using applied neurology to move people out of pain, unwanted behavior and stress response. She is the founder of Brain-Based Wellness, a revolutionary online platform that trains the nervous system and body to resolve old patterns, improve performance and increase well-being. Elisabeth is a certified applied neurology practitioner who has been in the movement industry since 2007. She works with entrepreneurs, athletes, leaders and creatives to improve resilience, manage stress and regulate emotions through intentional, science-based brain training. ...2021-10-0631 min