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The Strength Running Podcast5 Ways to Level Up in 2026 (My Top Ideas for Dramatic Improvement!)Do you want to improve and race faster in 2026? I want to help you do exactly that! In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald is sharing his most impactful training interventions for dramatic running improvement. We're discussing: Hill Sprints (see here) Monthly mileage Aerobic cross-training Heat training Heavy weightlifting (start here) If you haven't yet, follow or subscribe to the podcast! Thank you Previnex! After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I'm cautiously changing my tune. I'm now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I'm optimizing for longevity...
2026-01-0128 minThe Strength Running PodcastPacing Strategy, Zone 2, Easy Runs, & More with Running Explained's Elisabeth ScottElisabeth Scott is a USATF, RRCA, and UESCA certified running coach and the host of the enormously popular Running Explained Podcast. She and Jason are answering questions from Jason's Instagram about: Optimal ratio of hard to easy mileage Physiological benefits of moderate paced running Helpful cues to ensure you're truly running easy How you figure out your training paces Elisabeth is an authentic and powerful force in the running community and I hope you use her startegic advice in your training. Thank you 2Before! We are supported by 2Before, a powerful sports supplement...
2025-12-111h 09The Strength Running PodcastLong Run Strategy, Balancing Intensity vs. Volume, Heavy Lifting, & More (Q&A with Jason)Listen in on a Team Strength Running coaching call, where Jason takes questions from the community about training, long runs, workout strategy, and more. To join one of these calls, join the team here. We discuss: Long run strategy (related podcast with David Roche!) The value of lifting heavy weights (start here) How to balance speed and mileage Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast! Thank You Lever! I'm excited to partner with Lever - a bodyweight support system that helps you run further or faster with less effort...
2025-11-2041 minThe Strength Running PodcastHeat Training Q&A: How to Structure & Benefit from Heat TrainingRunners are heat training more often with saunas, hot tubs, and hot weather runs. How much do we need to realize the full benefits of heat training? What are the best options and how do we structure it into our training? In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald shares how to think about heat training from duration to frequency to type of heat training. Resources: Heat Exposure video Running in the heat article Training programs Thanks Boulderthon! Boulderthon is a top 10 race in America according to USA Today and one of the be...
2025-07-3127 minThe Strength Running PodcastDr. Phil Skiba on Breaking2, How to Build Critical Power, and the Secret to a Fast KickDr. Philip Skiba is a physician, performance consultant for the Breaking 2 project, coach to dozens of world class athletes, and author of Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes. Phil is a world-class expert on running physiology and how to race faster. His groundbreaking research into Critical Power, Critical Speed, and the "W Prime" model of fatigue help the best runners in the world plan their training. And the best coaches seek him out for guidance. In this conversation, we discuss: How to determine and improve your "critical speed" His work with Avelo (get your pair of...
2025-07-2453 minThe Strength Running PodcastLindsey Hein Interviews Jason on Mindset, His 2:39 Marathon, Injuries, & Race StrategyPodcaster and coach Lindsey Hein recently hosted Jason on her podcast, I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein. The conversation was wide-ranging and touched on a variety of topics so it had to be shared again! Lindsey asks Jason about: His favorite 5k race strategy of "Letting Jesus Take the Wheel" How Jason got started in podcasting / Strength Running Jason's background & 2:39 marathon PR (race report) Favorite interviews A lot more You can also read more about Jason & Strength Running here. Thanks Boulderthon! Boulderthon is a top 10 race in America according to USA Today and...
2025-07-031h 32The Strength Running PodcastCoaching Call: How Brandon Resolved ITBS, Ran 4 PR's, and Set New Mileage RecordsMy client Brandon has had an amazing few years: he resolved several imbalances, improved his stride, healed ITBS, ran PR's in 4 major race distances, and also set a few training mileage PR's .... wow! In this episode, he explains how he turned his running around and got faster, healthier, and able to train even more. A big part was his embrace of strength training with our High Performance Lifting program. For other options, see all of our Training Programs. We discuss: What his training was like before he made this transformation How he...
2025-05-2257 minThe Strength Running PodcastFoundational Running Skills: Carolyn Coffin Interviews Jason on Fundamental TrainingHear Jason getting interviewed about fundamental training: the most important elements of any training plan, why you should focus on middle distances, the remaining 1% of things to focus on, why the term "full marathon" should be banished, and more. This is a repost of an episode of the Inspired Soles Podcast. Resources from the show: 5k Training Programs How to Run a 5k PR (case study) 5 must do workouts for the 5k Don't forget to hit the follow button and subscribe to the Strength Running Podcast! Thank you Previnex! After resisting...
2025-05-011h 20The Strength Running PodcastBestselling Author Matt Fitzgerald: How to Perfect the Craft of RunningBestselling author, running coach, nutritionist, and 2:39 marathoner Matt Fitzgerald is back on the podcast! Today, we're answering the big question: How do you master the sport of running? We're not talking about getting fast or turning pro. Instead, we're talking about mastering the craft of running: becoming process-oriented and in-tune with yourself so that you can achieve your potential in the sport. Matt's new book, Chasing Mastery, addresses this topic. He's also authored 30+ other endurance books, including some of my favorites: Brain Training Run Faster (with Brad Hudson) Diet Cults In thi...
2025-03-2757 minThe Strength Running PodcastWarm-ups vs. Cool-downs, Strides vs. Sprints, & More (Coaching Q&A with Elisabeth Scott)Coach Elisabeth Scott hosts the enormously popular Running Explained podcast and joins us today to answer your running questions! We'll be answering questions about warmups and cool-downs, strides, tempo workouts, core routines, how to taper effectively, and when to schedule strength training. Want to get your questions answered by Jason during our live Coaching Call? Join Team Strength Running! Thank you Gut & Green! Previnex's new Gut & Green Superfoods powder is my new go-to. It has organic barley and oat grass, alfalfa, spirulina, chlorella, kale and broccoli… and that's it. Their ingredients are...
2025-03-171h 06The Strength Running PodcastBehind-the-Scenes Coaching Call: How to Make a Comeback at 40Melanie is a 40-year old runner who had some success in her 20's but is now ready to make a comeback. How can she do it? In this behind-the-scenes coaching call, Jason helps Melanie with her training and goals as she re-commits herself to running after years focusing on weightlifting. Melanie is a member of Team Strength Running, our group coaching program that gives you a team of your peers, ongoing coaching guidance from me, a library of training plans and other resources gear discounts, and more. Join our team at strengthrunning.com/join/ to d...
2025-03-131h 04The Strength Running PodcastAchilles Tendinopathy Treatment & Prevention with Dr. Duane ScottiYou start feeling pain in your Achilles tendon– should you still go for an easy run? Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner. We talk about: Differences between Achilles tendinopathy and tendonitis Why you don't need to give up running due to Achilles pain A pain monitoring tool to guide treatment Exercises for Achilles tendinopathy Preventative measures and shoe considerations Why do men 40+ suffer from this injury more of...
2025-03-061h 08The Strength Running PodcastNervous System Recovery: Olympian BJ Cole on Post-Run Mobility & IsometricsTake these recovery strategies from a pro to recover faster and feel better from run to run. Brendan "BJ" Cole is an Australian Olympic 400m hurdler, massage therapist, and sprint and strength coach. We talk about: The evolution of BJ's recovery and mobility class Systemic and peripheral recovery techniques for runners What runners are often forgetting or missing during recovery How runners can use breathwork for nervous system regulation Tools like foam rollers, tennis balls, and percussion guns The 3 T's for joint mobility A practical 15 minute recovery routine for runners th...
2025-02-2755 minThe Strength Running PodcastHow to Build Endurance: Jason Answers All Your Endurance Training QuestionsThere's a lot of confusing info on the internet when it comes to building endurance. Let's get you the knowledge you need to set you up for a strong, injury-free year. Listen to get answers to these questions: How do I build endurance? How should I deal with a persistently high heart rate? After taking a recovery or down week, can you jump back up to the weekly mileage level that you were at before or should it be more gradual? How do I figure out my easy running pace? Will low HR...
2025-02-1735 minThe Strength Running PodcastUnfiltered with Jon Levitt: Goal Races, Secret Projects, and Favorite New ToysGet your fill of running news, exciting gear, and race thoughts on another Unfiltered episode with Jon Levitt! Jon is a sub-3 marathoner, cyclist, and podcast host from Boston now living in Boulder. He hosts For The Long Run Podcast, aimed at understanding what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. We talk about: Jon's training, a new injury, and his upcoming race New partnerships and what's coming up in the running world Getting involved with innovative new company Avelo to help runners reduce injury risk and improve performance New...
2025-02-1356 minThe Strength Running PodcastRanking the Best Injury Prevention Strategies with Kate Edwards, DPTAre the injury prevention tools you're using truly helping, or are they a waste of time? Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards, PT, DPT, OCS, is a board-certified orthopedic specialist, author, and renowned running medicine physical therapist with over 15 years of experience in orthopedics and sports medicine. As the owner of Precision Performance and Physical Therapy in Atlanta, GA, and founder of Fast Bananas RUNsource, she is dedicated to helping runners—from recreational athletes to Olympians—prevent injuries, recover effectively, and achieve peak performance. We talk about: How stre...
2025-02-061h 01The Strength Running PodcastKetones, Recovery, and Enhanced Cognition: Q&A with Ketone-IQ CEO Michael BrandtWhether or not you've tried ketones yourself yet, you should hear the fascinating research and predictions from an expert. Michael Brandt is the founder and CEO of Ketone-IQ. He's also a 2:42 marathoner, triathlete, and former professor at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. We talk about: What ketones actually are and how they relate to energy What happens to your body when you take ketones The cognitive benefits of drinking ketone shots How ketones can affect post-exercise recovery Where ketone research and usage might go in the next 5-10 ye...
2025-01-2352 minThe Strength Running PodcastEgo is the Enemy: Pro Ultrarunner Ian Sharman on Training Your MindsetRunners often struggle with mindset blocks, so let's tackle them together. Ian Sharman is the founder of Sharman Ultra Coaching, a team of elite running coaches. He ran his personal best marathon of 2:21 at age 43, and a half marathon PR of 1:03 at age 44. Ian's won over 50 marathon+ races with at least one win every year for 19 (and counting) consecutive years. Ian also holds the fastest time in a trail 100-mile race by a Brit at 12h44m, boasts the record for the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning (69h49m), has won the US...
2025-01-1657 minThe Strength Running PodcastStrength & Age: How to Adapt Your Running As You Get Older, with Dr. Karl KnopfWhat age is too old to start strength training? (Spoiler alert: You're never too old.) Dr. Karl Knopf is an author and college professor who has been involved in the health and fitness of older adults and people with disabilities for more than 40 years. Over the decades, he's worked in almost every aspect of the industry, from personal training and therapy to consultation. We talk about: Misconceptions about strength and age for runners Functional fitness, cross-training and active rest for longevity The impact of poor posture on...
2025-01-0247 minThe Strength Running PodcastMental Toughness Masterclass: Dr. Lara Pence on How to Master Your MindsetThis could be the most important skill set for any runner to develop. Dr. Lara Pence is a licensed clinical psychologist and MBA specializing in elite and professional athlete development to optimize wellness and performance both in sport and in life. She works with a wide range of athletes, from NFL players to trail running champions and from PGA tour members to Olympic medalists. Lara is the founder of The Coaches Collective, a program that teaches ambitious sport coaches how to coach from a whole-person, psychologically grounded perspective. ...
2024-12-261h 06The Strength Running PodcastThe New Rules of Protein for Endurance Runners: Q&A with Claire Shorenstein, RDHow much protein do you actually need, and how should you get it? Claire Shorenstein (MS, RD, CSSD) is a board-certified sports dietitian with over a decade of experience working with teenage and adult athletes from the recreational to elite level. Claire is a longtime distance runner herself and hosts The Eat for Endurance Podcast. We talk about: How protein needs have been rising for athletes and what that may mean for you The factors that influence individual nutrition and why RDA isn't everything...
2024-12-121h 03The Strength Running PodcastQ&A with Jason: Supercompensation, Scheduling Strength, Time vs. Miles, and moreWish you could ask a coach about injury risk, building back fitness after illness, common training errors, and more? I collected popular running questions from our YouTube community and am answering these questions: What exactly is supercompensation? How can you build back your fitness after getting sick? What are some pitfalls and traps around beginner runner progressions? Should I count myself as a novice or more advanced runner? Is there any benefit for longer duration of the same mileage between two runners? When in a weekly schedule is a good day to do specific strength training...
2024-12-0545 minThe Strength Running PodcastThe New Rules of Carb Loading with Sport Scientist Jonah RosnerYou might give carb loading a quick thought in your taper, but are you actually looking at the current science to make it effective? Jonah Rosner is an applied sport scientist who spent the past 10 years working with athletes and teams from all major American Professional Team sports. Jonah is a running coach and a certified strength and conditioning specialist who uses the latest sport science technology to individualize running programs. Jonah was also the sport scientist on hand during a recent fitness retreat where I had my VO2 Max measured. We talk...
2024-10-311h 05The Strength Running PodcastMarathon Volume, Injuries, and Tune-up Races with 2:25 Marathoner Laura ThweattFrom poor tune-up races to switching up nutrition, pro runners face the same lessons more casual runners do. Laura Thweatt is a 2:25 marathoner, professional runner for Saucony, and former US cross country champion. She placed 5th in the 10k at the 2016 Olympic Trials and 5th in the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials. We talk about: The emotions before a goal race and working with a sports psychologist during a taper Using a training journal to calm pre-race nerves and boost confidence Injury management with high mileage Handling a bad tune-up race Laura's goals and...
2024-10-241h 03The Strength Running PodcastGait Analysis Masterclass: Form Problems & Solutions with Jessica Wulke, DPTWant to run faster with fewer injuries? Take a look at your gait. Jessica Wulke is a dual board-certified specialist physical therapist in orthopedics and sports. She has extensive experience treating professional athletes and continues to treat athletes in the NFL and the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders. Jessica was the leading gait analysis and running injury therapist at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation. We talk about: The basics of gait analysis for runners Common issues that gait analysis can identify, like hip and core weaknesses Hip drop, crossover gait, and foot pronation...
2024-10-1057 minThe Strength Running PodcastMarathon Pacing, Training, & Problem-Solving Q&A with Coach Sara ManderscheidHoping to improve your marathon performance this fall? Sara Manderscheid is a running coach and podcaster living in Boulder, CO. Sara fell in love with the marathon training process after BQ'ing in her 2019 marathon debut. This fall, she's attempting to get as close to the 3 hour barrier as possible in the marathon. Sara's been a guest on the podcast twice before and returns to take your marathon specific running questions. We collected your Instagram and Twitter questions and answer them together, including: How does being sick affect fitness, and is...
2024-09-261h 00The Strength Running PodcastDecoding Your Bloodwork: What Blood Tests Reveal with Stevie Lyn Smith, RDWhen's the last time you got bloodwork done? Stevie Lyn Smith is a Registered Dietitian on a mission to educate and coach athletes on how to fuel their goals without sacrificing health and happiness. As a board certified specialist in sports nutrition, Stevie Lyn has helped hundreds of athletes fuel to improve performance, energy levels, and recovery– without feeling guilt or restriction. In this episode, we talk about: Using bloodwork as a tool for performance and overall health How bloodwork can help identify nutritional deficiencies and overtraining Ideal timing for bloodwork testing Ke...
2024-09-191h 03The Strength Running PodcastJesse Itzler on the Magic of 100-Mile Ultramarathons: Mindset, Entrepreneurship, & MoreImagine a running festival combined with a retreat plus a race thrown in there: That's Jesse Itzler's Runningman. Jesse Itzler is the founder of Runningman and All Day Running Co., a serial entrepreneur, an author, an endurance sports enthusiast, and a 100-mile ultra marathoner. In this episode, we talk about: Translating running's discipline and consistency into other areas of life Sharing the values of health and wellness with children Jesse's approach to long-term running planning Finding the sweet spot of having a plan while being flexible
2024-09-0546 minThe Strength Running PodcastInside the Race Industry: The Future of Timing & Why Races Cost So Much with CEO Phil DumontetEver catch yourself complaining about how much you paid to sign up for a race? Here's the inside story. Phil Dumontet is a 2:42 marathoner, the founder of Boulderthon, and the CEO of race management and timing company Brooksee. Personally, I believe Brooksee's timing technology is going to revolutionize road racing in the future. In this episode, we talk about: The day-to-day of a racing management company CEO: managing races, training teams, and building partnerships Race marketing and differentiation, with a look at Portland and Boulderthon's strategies Race...
2024-08-2259 minThe Strength Running PodcastUnfiltered: New Equipment, Jason's Knee Injury, Milestones, and more with Jon LevittKick back for a less structured conversation with my friend Jonathan Levitt, focusing on the big and small real-life issues affecting runners. Jon is a runner, cyclist, and host of For The Long Run Podcast. I like to joke that Jon is the Mayor of Boulder because of his ridiculous network of every single runner who lives within 100 miles. We share a lot of miles on the Boulder trails together and have great, rambling conversations about the running industry and our personal training, like this one. In this episode, we talk about: New...
2024-08-1553 minThe Strength Running PodcastDr. Gaby Go on Plyometrics: Safety and Benefits, Scheduling, & Favorite PlyosMost runners have heard of plyometrics, but are they using these exercises effectively to prevent injury and boost performance? Dr. Gaby Go is a Doctorate of Physical Therapy who ran Division 1 Track and Field for the University of Maryland, College Park, and who qualified for the Boston Marathon in her debut marathon. Today, Gaby's sharing a lot of knowledge around plyometrics for runners with us. In this episode, Gaby and I talk about: The basics of plyos: what they are, who they're for, and what they do Using plyometrics for tendon health...
2024-08-0159 minThe Strength Running PodcastHow to Run a Faster Marathon (new coaching call!)Hoping to get faster at the marathon and reach a personal best? So is Nick Jordan, a member of Team Strength Running. Nick joined this coaching program in order to most effectively use his time and effort to get the best possible chance of reaching a marathon personal best. We talked about what he can do in the remaining months to stack the deck in his favor. Team Strength Running is a program that includes ongoing coaching directly from me, access to a team of other runners just like you, a...
2024-07-181h 10The Strength Running PodcastMario Fraioli on Training for the Mile (at 40+) and Placing 3rd at the National Masters ChampionshipWhether you love the mile or you want to continue running into your 40's or beyond, you'll be inspired by this Masters runner. Mario Fraioli is a Bay Area-based running coach who works with a number of Olympic Trials-level marathoners, top ultrarunners, and competitive age-group athletes. He's one of the most competitive Master's runners in the USA, having run the 2023 Boston Marathon in 2:34 and with his recent 3rd place finisher at the 2024 National Masters Road Mile. In this episode, Mario and I talk about: Mario's goal to break the 5-minute mile at...
2024-07-041h 25The Strength Running PodcastZone 2 Myths, Heart Rate vs. Effort, Heat Training, and Zone 3 with Brady HolmerBrady Holmer knows a lot about running and a lot about science: a perfect combo for a conversation on the show. Brady is a lifelong endurance athlete who competed in cross country and track at the collegiate level. He currently works as a science writer and researcher, holding a Master's degree in human performance. He also recently ran his PR in the marathon: a 2:37. In this episode, Brady and I talk about: The flexibility of heart rate zones and their impact on training adaptations Physiology is constantly fluctuating: zones aren't static RPE (rating of...
2024-06-201h 15The Strength Running PodcastMen's vs. Women's Feet: Why Hilma Running Shoes is Making Shoes for Just for WomenBrooke Torres is an ultra runner who couldn't understand why running shoes were so uncomfortable. So, she started a running shoe company to fix that problem. Hilma Running Shoes makes shoes specifically for the needs of women's feet, which are uniquely shaped and not just a smaller version of men's feet (since as you'll hear, that doesn't work). In this episode, Brooke and I talk about: Women's foot shape and its impact on running shoe design How poor-fit shoes can lead to injury and discomfort due to differences in foot geometry Heels, high arches...
2024-06-0650 minThe Strength Running PodcastThe Drop Interviews Jason: Coaching, Strength, and Shoes with Thomas Neuberger and Meaghan MurrayWe're switching it up a bit this week so you can listen to the episode of The Drop where I was the guest! The Drop is hosted by Thomas Neuberger, Meaghan Murray, and Robbie Reddinger. Robbie wasn't on this episode, but I had a great time chatting with Thomas and Meaghan and thought you'd enjoy a listen. We talked about: Preventing injury while high mileage training with proper warm-ups and cool downs Problem-solving in running: motivation, plateaus, and improving performance How training for a marathon can help build self-efficacy in the rest of life...
2024-05-231h 07The Strength Running PodcastQ&A with Coach: Listen to a Live Team Strength Running Coaching CallGet a sneak peak into what we do every month in our Team Strength Running coaching program. During these live calls, I'm on live video, taking any and all questions from the team's members. It's an opportunity for runners in the program to ask me anything about the many factors of strong, healthy running. Members get guidance on sticky running questions, problem solve training issues, and get the action steps they need to keep moving forward. If you'd like to attend our next live coach's chat, you're invited to join the team. We have members...
2024-05-0936 minThe Strength Running PodcastUltrarunning + Strength Training: How to Get Strong and Gain Endurance with Coach Holly MartinRunners ask all the time: How should I fit strength training into my endurance goals, and how can I get as strong as possible with limited time? Holly Martin is a personal fitness trainer and run coach based in Nashville, TN who specializes in time-efficient circuit training and individually tailored run programs. Holly comes from a diverse background of professional ballet, ultramarathon running, and 10 years of experience in CrossFit. She's finished many ultra marathons, including two 100 milers. In this episode, Holly and I talk about: Strength training for ultra runners to prevent injury and...
2024-04-251h 00The Strength Running PodcastHow to Stay Healthy By Strengthening Your Midstance, with Coach Chris Johnson, DPTThe midstance phase of a running stride is a crucial element of running form, but many runners are ignoring it. If you have weaknesses, imbalances, or poor movement patterns, this is the part of the gait cycle that will show it. Chris Johnson, DPT is a Seattle-based physical therapist, performance coach, entrepreneur, and multiple time Kona IRONMAN qualifier who shares how midstance affects your running performance and how you can improve it. In this episode, Chris and I talk about: Midstance importance in running mechanics and injury prevention The impact midstance...
2024-04-1154 minThe Strength Running PodcastIs Everything We Know About Pain Wrong? Ryan Whited on a Better Way to Treat PainRyan Whited is an elite climber, personal trainer and strength & conditioning coach who owns Paragon Athletics in Flagstaff, Arizona. Together with author and coach Matt Fitzgerald he has written Pain & Performance: A revolutionary new way to use training as treatment for pain and injury. His approach to pain is a novel one and requires you to think about it in a much different way than most of us currently do. Learning to use "training as treatment" and recognize the positive aspects of pain are just a few of the concepts we discuss today. ...
2024-02-2247 minThe Strength Running PodcastPhil Batterson, PhD Interviews Jason: Training Philosophy, Strength Workouts, and the Art vs. Science of CoachingThe tables get turned on this episode and Jason is interviewed by last week's guest, Phil Batterson! This episode was initially recorded for the Critical Oxygen Podcast. Our conversation takes a broader look at the "why" behind our training philosophies. Here are some of the topics our conversation covers: Jason Fitzgerald's background in running and coaching The importance of maximizing consistency Why optimization is going to be different for each athlete Distinguishing between utilization and capacity training Why Jason considers himself "a developmental coach" How running teaches values that are universally applicable The evolution...
2023-12-211h 18The Strength Running PodcastHow to Run an "Infinity Loop" of North America's Tallest Volcano, with Jason HardrathJason Hardrath was named one of the 20 most inspirational ultrarunners of 2021. After a car accident in 2015 derailed his triathlon career, he had to reevaluate his future in competition. But with an extraordinary dedication to rehabilitation and proving his doctors wrong, he was able to resume running. Jason has earned well over a hundred Fastest Known Times (FKTs) and was a 2021 FKT of the Year top 10 finalist. As an adventurer and ultrarunner he has shifted his focus to a new project, completing "infinity loops" around the 7 highest volcanic summits in the world. Jason was inspired by the volcanoes...
2023-10-261h 09The Strength Running Podcast5 Must Do 5k Workouts for Speed and EnduranceRacing a fast 5k is a thrill. In this episode, Jason shares the foundational and specific workouts that help you race your best over 5,000m. Links & Resources from the Show: Learn more about Team Strength Running Read more about training as a masters runner Structure your training to sharpen for a 5k Get a 5k training plan from our programs Thank you DrinkLMNT! A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a fre...
2023-08-0330 minThe Strength Running Podcast306. Building Community, Solo vs. Group Runs, & Peeking Inside Boulder's Running Scene with Jon LevittThis week's guest on the podcast has the amazing ability to build community wherever he goes. On an average week, you may find him leading a group of 40 runners or training alongside past Olympians. Jonathan Levitt is a runner and host of the For the Long Run Podcast, and perhaps secretly, the (unofficial) mayor of Boulder, Colorado. Jon moved to Boulder several years ago and is a huge presence in the running community. He thrives off the companionship of group runs, and often does at least 4 of his 6 runs each week with friends. Through trial and error...
2023-06-291h 00The Strength Running Podcast303. How to Plan a Marathon Breakthrough (A Case Study Approach)This week's episode is a repost from the Adaptive Zone Podcast, hosted by Matthew Boyd. Matt is a physiotherapist and running coach who specializes in helping runners overcome injury while setting new PRs. His podcast addresses runners and triathletes to help them move from injury and rehabilitation into performance. On the podcast Matt gives Jason a hypothetical case study for "Carrie", a marathoner with a 3:48 PR who is looking to go sub-3:45 but can't quite seem to get there. She runs 2 marathons each year and averages between 40 and 60 km (25-37 miles) each week. Matthew and...
2023-06-081h 00The Strength Running Podcast278. Off-Season vs. Base Building: How to Structure Time OffWhat exatly is the "off-season?" In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald discusses the often-confusing off-season and why it's really a combination of time off and the early base phase of training. You'll learn how to plan that time off, what the early weeks of base training should look like, and the goals of base training. More resources: Base Training 101 Training Programs How to build a bigger base Thank You InsideTracker! This episode is brought to you by InsideTracker, one of the most reputable blood testing companies in the world. They were foun...
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The Jason E Jones ShowEpisode 358 - The Jason Fitzgerald Show Talkin Meigs County Tigers FootballI talked to Coach Fitzgerald about this upcoming week and it's playoff time vs The Westmoreland Eagles.
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The Jason E Jones ShowEpisode 351 - The Jason Fitzgerald ShowIn this episode we talk about how fast the season has gone. We also discuss Playoff scenarios and much more on the Jason Fitzgerald show
2022-10-2709 minThe Jason E Jones ShowEpisode 347 - The Jason FITZGERALD SHOWIn this episode I talked to Coach about the season so far. We talk about the exciting finish to the season and a four-way tie right now in the region. We also talk about the growth and development of the team. This and so much more on the Jason e Jones podcast and the Jason Fitzgerald show
2022-10-2113 minThe Strength Running Podcast269. How to Fix Knee Pain: A Behind-the-Scenes Coaching CallKnee pain is a common and aggravating injury for many runners. In this week's coaching call, learn how to assess and fix your knee pain through strength work, training strategies, and more! This behind-the-scenes coaching call is with a Team Strength Running member, also named Jason. After a 10-year hiatus, Jason's friend helped him get back into running, and he is currently preparing for an upcoming half-marathon. Jason has struggled with intermittent knee pain. The pain consistently occurs about halfway through each of his training cycles, but subsides during his down time in between harder...
2022-10-131h 09The Strength Running PodcastAuthor Matt Fitzgerald on How to Perfect the Art and Skill of PacingThe art of pacing yourself correctly is the key to success in workouts and races. But like any other skill, it requires practice and understanding what it really means to "listen to your body." If you enjoy reading about running and training, then this week's guest likely needs no introduction. Matt Fitzgerald is a prolific writer, having authored more than 30 books on endurance training and sports. He has immersed himself in the endurance world and is constantly at the forefront of communicating ways to make your training more effective and productive. Despite our shared last...
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The Jason E Jones ShowThe Jason Fitzgerald Show-Talkin Meigs County Tigers FootballI talk with Coach Fitz about the huuuge road win over McMinn Central. We talk about The 🐅 being around or over 1300 yd on the ground For the season thus far. We also talk about how Chow coach Fitzgerald turned the culture around and how other coaches can learn from his experience.
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The Jason E Jones ShowThe Jason Fitzgerald Show -Featuring this week's Opponent Head Football Coach Derrick Davis Polk CoIn this episode of the Jason Fitzgerald Show sponsored by Jim Swafford Weichert Realtors SEM Associates 423-847-5351. I talked with this week's opponent head football coach of the Polk County Wildcats Derrick Davis. In this episode I talked to Coach Davis about what it's like to coach the Wildcats and how it feels to return home from a 3-year hiatus. We talk about the region and the program and of course where to eat at the ball game.
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The Jason E Jones ShowThe Jason Fitzgerald Show. Talkin Meigs County Tiger FootballIn this episode, we get you up-to-date on the Tigers football season. Coach Fitzgerald talks about developing developing a young program and really sees the potential in this team. We should walk up we preview this week's game VS Signal Mountain... On the Jason Fitzgerald show--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thejasonejonespodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thejasonejonespodcast/support
2022-09-0832 minThe Strength Running PodcastHow to Optimize Strength Training for Running (Jason Gets Interviewed!)Strength training requires planning and periodization, just like running. Learn how to optimize your strength routine to get the best possible benefits from your efforts! This week's episode features an interview from the Elevate Your Running Podcast, where the tables were turned and I was the guest. Our discussion focused on the topic of strength training for runners, including the importance of embracing strength training and the qualities of an effective training plan. My conversation with Sara and Austin dives into the nitty gritty decisions we make around strength training, and how to fit it...
2022-09-011h 04
The Jason E Jones ShowMy interview with Coach of the Year- Region 3 2A Meigs County football Jason Fitzgerald and moreIn this episode I talked to Coach Fitzgerald about playing at Auburn and his love for the game. We also talk about the past success and building the tigers into an elite program in the state of Tennessee. In this episode also pay tribute to the 2021 tigers as well as a tribute to 2018 Mr Football Tennessee Aaron Swafford. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thejasonejonespodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thejasonejonespodcast/support
2022-08-1717 minThe Strength Running Podcast258. Professor of Kinesiology Kim Dawson on Managing Pre-Race AnxietyKim Dawson is a professor of kinesiology at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, ON, Canada. Her extensive education and research in psychomotor behaviour and exercise science gives her a deep understanding of the issues that affect performance. She has worked with elite athletes, Olympians and professional sport organizations for over 10 years. This episode is all about managing emotions like stress, pre-race anxiety, and nervousness, so you can transform them into ambition for a great run. Don't miss even more ideas on how to build mental skills at strengthrunning.com/brain/. Thank you Athletic...
2022-07-281h 01The Strength Running Podcast257. Get to Know Jason: An Interview with Strength Running's Jason FitzgeraldJason Fitzgerald is the driving force behind Strength Running's website, video channel, and podcast, but you may not know as much about his life behind the scenes. Today Jason gets interviewed about his history, advice for runners and entrepreneurs, his current aspirations, and more! Jason's friend and fellow coach, Sara Manderscheid, agreed to spend some time talking with him about who he is behind the microphone. Sara is a running coach and Boston qualifier with more than 15 years of competitive experience. She hosts the Elevate Your Running Podcast and Elevate Your Running camps held in...
2022-07-211h 07The Strength Running Podcast247. Football Player to 2:52 Marathoner: How Brent Ran 48 Minutes Faster Over 26.2 MilesIf you didn't start running from a young age, can you still get really fast? Yes! Today's guest is Brent, a member of our Team Strength Running group, and he's a prime example of how a commitment to consistent training and improvement can help you achieve some impressive, speedy goals. Nine years ago Brent ran his first marathon in 3:40, and by fine-tuning his training over the years he took more than 48 minutes off that time on the challenging Boston course this past April. Brent and I discuss all aspects of his training and...
2022-05-121h 00The 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 companies...
2022-04-281h 10The Strength Running PodcastRecovery 101: The 5 Best Ways to Recover From Hard RunningWithout recovery, all those long runs, workouts, and training won't help you become a faster runner. We improve when we rest, so let's make sure we're recovering the right way! In this episode, Jason shares 5 of the most effective recovery methods - so you can focus on what matters and ignore the hype. Resources from the show: Recovery tips from Elites Recovery fundamentals Athletic Greens Thank You InsideTracker! This episode is brought to you by InsideTracker, one of the most reputable blood testing companies in the world. They were founded in 2009 by...
2022-04-2124 minThe Strength Running PodcastTraining Essentials for Ultrarunning with Coach Jason KoopJason Koop is one of the most sought after ultramarathon coaches in the country, the author of the most comprehensive manual on ultra training that exists, and a 20-year veteran of the coaching world. See his book, now in its second edition. He's personally run some of the most difficult ultras in the world from Badwater 135, Hardrock 100, the Leadville Trail 100, and the Western States Endurance Run. We're going to discuss why ultras are so different than any other distance race, how to best structure back to back long runs, the maximum distance you...
2022-02-171h 15The Strength Running Podcast234: Are You Making These 5 Training Errors that Cause Running Injuries?What are major red flags that increase your injury risk from running? In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald shares the 5 most serious training errors from his personal running career that led to most of his injuries. Since your training (how you structure your running) is the most important way to prevent injuries, these mistakes are important to avoid. For more details on injury prevention, sign up here. Thank You InsideTracker! This episode is brought to you by InsideTracker, one of the most reputable blood testing companies in the world. They were fo...
2022-02-1028 minThe Strength Running PodcastHow to Approach Your First Marathon (Jason Gets Interviewed!)This episode is a little different! Jaxon Burton, a personal trainer and nutritionist from New Zealand who hosts the Vegan Body Coach podcast, interviews Jason about running your first marathon. He asked Jason to talk about the ins and outs of tackling your first go at 26.2 miles - from how to know when you're ready, training must-do's, common pitfalls to avoid, and suggestions for executing on race day. Even if you're not a first timer, I'm sure you'll pick up on some valuable advice to better optimize your next marathon. This conversation originally appeared on the Vegan...
2022-01-271h 22The Strength Running Podcast230. Coach Jason Answers Your Questions: Side Stitches, Cadence, Off-Season, and MoreThis week's episode tackles a variety of questions about the training process, including off-season planning, the concept of sandwiching, addressing cramps and side stitches, and more! Drawing from Instagram and Twitter, Jason is directly answering your specific questions. We're going to discuss the "sandwiching" concept, side stitches, optimal cadence, off-season training, muscle cramps, and more. Thank you to the athletes who submitted their questions. If you want to contribute in the future, make sure you connect with Jason on Instagram and Twitter. Here's where you can find some of the questions I tackle on this...
2022-01-1346 minThe Strength Running Podcast227. Elite Ultrarunner Geoff Burns, PhD on the Science of Super ShoesGeoff Burns, PhD helps us understand the changes in regulations in running footwear, as the industry figures out how to handle the performance impact of carbon-plated "super shoes." His understanding of the technology, from both a personal and professional perspective, is uniquely informative. Geoff has competed at the highest levels of ultrarunning and was the 2016 US national champion at 100km, where he ran 6:30. He competed at the collegiate level for the University of Michigan, and went on to represent the USA over the 50km and 100km distances, and finished 5th at both the 2016 and 2018 IAU 100km World...
2021-12-231h 19The Strength Running Podcast222. How to Cut Your Injury Risk, with Performance Coach and Sports Scientist David JoyceDavid Joyce is an expert on optimizing athletic performance in a variety of sports from soccer to football to rugby and more. David joined us last year on the podcast to discuss injury rehabilitation, and he is back this year to focus on prevention. David is the co-editor of High-Performance Training for Sports: The Authoritative Guide for Ultimate Athletic Conditioning, the second edition. He holds master's degrees in both sports science and sports medicine, as well as an MBA, and has over 50 publications in the field of sports performance. David has worked in Olympic programs in the...
2021-11-181h 04The Strength Running Podcast219. Western States 100 winner Cat Bradley on Career Pivots, Self-Belief, and Training StaplesCat Bradley is an athlete that absolutely loves the sport. She's an ultra-endurance runner coached by Matt Fitzgerald who I had the pleasure of meeting this past August at the Endeavorun retreat in Boulder, CO. Her resume is shocking, in the best of ways: Winner of the 2017 Western States 100 Miler Winner of the 2017 Canyons Endurance Run 100k Former Fastest Known Time record holder of the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim in 7:52 (first woman to break 8 hours) Winner of the 2016 Rio Del Lago 100 Miler Winner of the 2018 Moab Red Hot 50k Winner of the 2018 Quicksilver 100...
2021-10-2849 minThe Strength Running Podcast215. How to Engineer a Comeback: Author Matt Fitzgerald on Overcoming the OddsMatt Fitzgerald is a 2:39 marathoner, acclaimed author, triathlete, nutritionist, and running coach. His most recent book is The Comeback Quotient, available now. The subject of his book is both timely and personal, as Matt is currently working through being a COVID long hauler. He first got coronavirus in March of 2020, got healthy, but then 6 months later started getting long haul symptoms. He's still mostly unable to run, which makes this conversation so pertinent to him. In this conversation we'll be talking about the 3-step process for recognizing reality, digging yourself out of any hole that...
2021-09-3054 minThe Strength Running Podcast213. Endeavorun Live Q&A with Kate Grace, Matt Fitzgerald, Lydia Nader, and Peter Bromka (Part 1)Today we're doing something a little different with a panel of running experts. We are discussing a variety of topics, everything from training-related questions to the not-so-serious ones. Endeavorun created a unique experience for a group of runner enthusiasts. We got to spend a few days together in Boulder, CO at a retreat focusing on all things running. One of our highlight events was a panel discussion that you're about to hear. We sat down with Olympian Kate Grace, 2:19 marathoner Peter Bromka, author Matt Fitzgerald, registered dietitian Lydia Nader, and myself for a live Q...
2021-09-1635 minThe Strength Running Podcast194. Coach Kevin Carr on Functional Training, Multiplanar Exercises, and Movement QualityStrength and conditioning coach Kevin Carr has worked with Olympians and many other types of athletes. He has amassed a wealth of experience in functional anatomy, sports performance, and personal training. He is also the coauthor of the new book Functional Training Anatomy. Kevin has a bachelor's in kinesiology, he's a licensed massage therapist, and has numerous professional certifications in the functional movement screen, NeuroKinetic Therapy, functional range conditioning, and a lot more. In today's episode we're talking about ways to help runners strength, power, and mobility. We also cover topics on: W...
2021-05-0650 minThe Strength Running Podcast191. Icon Dean Karnazes on the Future of Ultras, His Competitive Drive, and His Advice to YouDean Karnazes is an ultra endurance athlete who is highly regarded well beyond the world of running. He was named by TIME magazine as one of the most 100 influential people in the world, he is an ESPN ESPY winner, a three-time winner of Competitor Magazine's Endurance Sports Athlete of the Year award, and recipient of the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition lifetime achievement award. Dean has a long list of impressive accomplishments, best told through his own narrative in the Ultramarathon Man. A short summary of his endeavors includes: Running 350 miles in one go Doing a...
2021-04-2042 minThe Strength Running Podcast189. Former LA Lakers Strength Coach Tim DiFrancesco on Why Runners Must Get StrongTim DiFrancesco is the former Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Los Angeles Lakers professional basketball team. After spending more than six seasons in the NBA, he left to grow TD Athletes Edge, his performance-oriented strength facility in Salem, MA. He earned his BS in Exercise Science & Athletic Training from Endicott College and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. His experience includes professional athletes, sub-elite athletes in the NBA-Development League, and recreational athletes across numerous disciplines. In this conversation, we discuss what really happens in your body when you start...
2021-04-131h 10The Strength Running Podcast187. Get to Know the Coach: An Interview with Strength Running Founder Jason FitzgeraldJason Fitzgerald started Strength Running in 2010 with a small blog after he ran his first marathon in 2:44 and suffered through a severe IT Band injury. 11 years later, Strength Running is now a multimedia company with a YouTube channel, Instagram, award-winning blog, and Twitter. He also provides a number of training programs, including the popular Injury Prevention for Runners and High Performance Lifting. In addition to all this, Jason is the head coach of Team Strength Running - an engaged community of runners who cheer each other on while getting the resources they need to propel th...
2021-04-061h 01The Strength Running Podcast185. Ultrarunner Candice Burt on Running 800 Miles, Hallucinating, and Discovering YourselfCandice Burt holds the FKT - or Fastest Known Time - on the 171-mile Tahoe Rim Trail, the 95-mile Wonderland Trail, and the 20-mile Enchantment Lakes Traverse. She won the Delirious W.E.S.T. 200-mile (which is actually 219 miles) and placed 4th at the HURT100 Endurance Run in 2019. She also has podium finishes at countless ultras over the years. Along with working out the arrangements for this year's races, Candice is currently getting ready to cover the Arizona Trail, which is 800 miles long. She shares details of her planning, logistics, and other intricacies of what it t...
2021-03-3056 minThe Strength Running Podcast184. How to Engineer a Marathon Breakthrough: A Behind-the-Scenes Coaching CallBrian is a consistent runner with two decades of experience and over 25 marathons under his belt. While his fastest marathon was 2:59 back in 2013, he hasn't been able to set a new PR since. As a member of Team Strength Running, Brian has the opportunity for these coaching calls. In this episode, listen to Jason and Brian talk about: His history and background as a runner What he's doing right in his training (and should continue) The improvements he can take to keep getting faster Why Jason is encouraged that he will meet his big goal! ...
2021-03-2557 minThe Strength Running Podcast178. Are Minimalist Shoes For You? Xero Shoes CEO Steven Sashen on the Promises of MinimalismSteven Sashen is a Master's All-American sprinter and one of the fastest sprinters over 50 in the United States. He's a former All-American gymnast, a professional stand-up comic, a cognitive psychology researcher, and he previously tought Tai Chi and Zen Archery. Steven has quite the background which is probably needed for starting a successful company in one of the most competitive industries in the world: footwear. He's now the cofounder and CEO of Xero Shoes. We're going to talk about the beginnings of Xero Shoes, the benefits of minimalism, how to transition, plus feature a whole...
2021-02-1155 minThe Strength Running Podcast176. Unlocking Dominance: Exploring Ethiopia's Running Culture with Professor Michael CrawleyMichael Crawley is an anthropology professor at Durham University in England. A 2:20 marathoner, he spent 15 months training with the best runners in Ethiopia to figure out the secrets to their success. His book, Out of Thin Air, is a beautiful story of a culture where for many, "running is life." From their very different relationship to easy runs, metrics and pace, and even the social aspect of running, this episode will open your eyes to a different way of approaching running. But more than that, you'll see how running is life for many in Ethiopia...
2021-01-2842 minThe Strength Running Podcast169: Busting 10 Running Myths (BQ's, Weight Loss, Stretching, and More!)Have you wondered if a BQ time is out of reach for you? Or if you're "good enough" to hire a coach? Or maybe you're still sorting out where running fits in with muscle building versus weight loss? We have you covered. On today's episode, Anya and Jason discuss the common misconceptions, set the record straight, and offer our own experience while debunking the myths. Anya has joined Jason on previous episodes and if you'd like to hear more, listen to a Q&A for new runners and a discussion about recreational runners. Anya has over a...
2020-12-1056 minThe Strength Running Podcast161. Running Your Fastest Marathon as a Master: A Behind-the-Scenes Coaching CallRose is a scientist and an enthusiastic runner. While she wasn't involved with organized running teams through her earlier years, she has been running for several decades. Now, in her 40s, Rose is wondering if she can continue to get faster in her marathon times and beat a PR from her 20's. Rose is a strong and committed runner who has made significant improvements in the last few years. She previously dealt with a lot of discomforts, but is now running pain-free. She attributed that to her strength from the High Performance Lifting program and...
2020-10-1550 minThe Strength Running Podcast149. The 3 Most Important Words in RunningHow do you know if you'll be successful as a runner? It mostly comes down to luck (genetics) and work (training). We can't affect the former, so let's focus on the biggest variable that impacts our success: the training that we do. That training must follow some broad but important rules if you want to avoid performance plateaus and continuously improve year after year. Those rules can be best summarized in three of the most important words for runners: consistency, progressive, and modulation. Your training must be consistent: uninterrupted and continuous.
2020-07-2314 minThe Strength Running Podcast146. Amelia Boone on Battling Your Inner Critic, the Nuances of Confidence, and Improving Self-TalkAmelia Boone is a giant in the obstacle course racing world and she's started competing in ultramarathons over the last few years as well. Many of her fans know she has struggled with an eating disorder and spent time in treatment last year. She's now in recovery, she just moved to Colorado, and she's been riding her Ellipti-Go on the Front Range's big climbs over the last few months. Jason has always looked up to Amelia and admired her work ethic, her talent, and her drive. But also her vulnerability and how she invites us along as s...
2020-07-0247 minThe Strength Running Podcast145. How to Build Mindset Mastery and the Mental Skills to ThriveAt Strength Running, we're focusing on mastering our mindset in 2020. How do we build the mental fitness to have unstoppable confidence, the mental toughness to persevere, and the fortitude to stay consistent with your training month after month? In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald discusses: The benefits you should expect from sports psychology Common mistakes he wants you to avoid A story of his first experience with the performance psychology strategy of visualization Two strategies for improving your mental fitness Today's sponsor is our newest training program: Mindset Mastery. This course makes performance p...
2020-06-2523 min
Business & Sports DiscourseJason Fitzgerald, Part II: Running a Media and Online Coaching BusinessThis part two of our conversation with Jason Fitzgerald, the founder of Strength Running. If you haven't already done so, you should listen to part one first because part two is a continuation of that conversation.
Over the past decade Jason has built Strength Running from an interesting side venture to multi-channel media and coaching company. It is one of the largest running blogs in the country with 200,000 visitors a month. His email list has 100,000 subscribers. The Strength Running podcast is one of the top-10 most popular running podcasts in the country and his YouTube channel has...
2020-06-1222 min
Business & Sports DiscourseJason Fitzgerald, Part I: Running a Media and Online Coaching BusinessWe are joined by Jason Fitzgerald, the founder of Strength Running, for an enlightening two-part episode. Over the past decade Jason has built Strength Running from an interesting side venture to multi-channel media and coaching company. It is one of the largest running blogs in the country with 200,000 visitors a month. His email list has 100,000 subscribers. The Strength Running podcast is one of the top-10 most popular running podcasts in the country and his YouTube channel has nearly 30,000 subscribers. Truly, a multi-media success.
Jason breaks down how he built his business, expanded into different channels, developing and u...
2020-06-1021 minThe Strength Running Podcast141. How to Build Strong & Happy Hamstrings, with Duane Scotti, DPT, PhDDuane is the owner of Spark Physical Therapy in New Haven, CT and host of the Healthy Runner Podcast. Duane initially started running as an adult, wanting to add some cardio to his gym sessions. After having a hip surgery, his doctor advised him to get off the treadmill and run outside. Without having fully recovered, Duane suffered a running-related hamstring tendon injury. Through his own rehabilitation and his work as a physical therapist, Duane continues to set Personal Bests in his running career. He joins us today to have a deep-dive conversation about hamstring...
2020-05-2858 minThe Strength Running Podcast131. My Spring Race is Canceled... Now What?This episode answers the #1 question runners have asked over the last week: 'now that my spring race is canceled, what do I do now?' You'll hear from Jen Miller, author of Running: A Love Story and the person behind the New York Times weekly running newsletter. She had a marathon and a 50k on her plate this spring but both races are canceled. Jason and Jen discuss what she can do now and her unique circumstances that take priority over running. Team Strength Running - our virtual team - is open indefinitely to help...
2020-03-1922 minThe Strength Running Podcast127. The Olympic Marathon Trials Post-Race Recap, with Matt ChittimOn Saturday, February 29, 2020 history was made in Atlanta Georgia as hundreds of athletes vied for the top 3 spots in the men's and women's Olympic Trials Marathon. This episode was originally recorded for the Road to the Olympic Trials podcast, where it was released one day before this episode. It features a recap of the 2020 Men's & Women's Olympic Trials Marathons with Matt Chittim, host of that podcast as well as the Rambling Runner podcast. This episode is sponsored by Inside Tracker, a company that helps endurance athletes optimize their training after taking a simple blood test...
2020-03-0252 minThe Strength Running Podcast121. Top 5 Things I Learned From the Strength Running Podcast in 2019This was an incredible year for the Strength Running Podcast and I have you and our guests to thank! If you have shared the pod with your running group, left a rating or review in Apple Music, or supported our sponsors I want to thank you for making all of this possible. In 2019, we hit one million downloads for the podcast, we've already surpassed 1.5 million and are quickly en route to 2 million downloads. These are surreal numbers - and they're because of you. In this episode, host Jason Fitzgerald recaps the most popular lessons, ideas...
2019-12-3012 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 110: Jason Coaches a Runner on Race Strategy, Pacing, and Tune-up Race StrategyJason is back with another coaching call episode, this time featuring a runner named JT who is committing to train more diligently for his upcoming 5mi race on Thanksgiving. He's currently training through the Texas summer heat and curious about setting an appropriate time goal, how to work through tune-up races, whether time trials work the same way, and how to pace his goal race. JT is a member of Team Strength Running, a group coaching program for runners passionate about improvement. You can sign up here to learn more. This episode would...
2019-09-2324 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 103: The Results of the Podcast Survey and the Future of the Strength Running PodcastAfter 100 episodes of the Strength Running Podcast, Jason announced a survey to get your feedback. What format episode is your favorite? Do you prefer longer or shorter episodes? What would you like to see MORE of? And of course, what can be improved? After analyzing hundreds of responses, there are some clear trends on what you like and would like to see in this podcast. In this episode, Jason talks through the main takeaways from the survey and what changes to expect in the podcast. The survey is still up so...
2019-07-2612 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 96: Matt Fitzgerald on Suffering, Love, and why Life is a MarathonYou're about to listen to Strength Running's first live show with author Matt Fitzgerald. If you're not familiar with Matt, he's written more than 20 books about sports nutrition, endurance, running, and the marathon including my favorites, The Endurance Diet, Brain Training, Racing Weight, and Diet Cults. This was recorded in front of a live audience at the Tattered Cover bookstore in Denver, Colorado. Matt's latest book is a memoir called Life is a Marathon that chronicles his career as a coward when it comes to the suffering that inevitably accompanies endurance running. But he learns...
2019-05-2028 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 78: Jason Koop on Coaching Competence and Smarter TrainingAs a runner himself, Jason Koop has two top-10 finishes at the Leadville Trail 100 and has finished some of ultrarunning's most challenging races like the Badwater 135, Wasatch 100, and the Hardrock 100. He's the Director of Coaching at Carmichael Training Systems where he's been for over a decade working with runners, cyclists, and triathletes. Today, coach Jason Koop focuses more on trail ultramarathoners, guiding some of the best ultra runners in the country: Dakota Jones, winner of the 2018 Pike's Peak Marathon (after he cycled 250 miles in the four days before the race...) Missy Gosney, 4th at...
2018-11-1956 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 64: 3 Plant-Based "Forcing Functions" That Improve Your DietI'm a proud omnivore. I firmly believe that eating a balanced, "whole-foods" diet is the key to both long-term health and improved running performance. But the issue isn't which diet is best, but the results that a certain diet can give to you. Over the past decade, I've been borderline obsessed with discovering the optimal diet for running performance. I've read many of the best diet books, interviewed Registered Dietitians, pro athletes, and best-selling diet authors: Q&A Podcast with Anne Mauney MPH, RD How elite OCR athlete Kimber Mattox fuels her run...
2018-06-2114 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 20 - Author Matt Fitzgerald on "The Endurance Diet"Diet is more important than most runners realize - and the effects of poor eating habits can derail anybody's running: If you don't eat enough, you're more prone to running injuries and won't run as quickly during races or workouts If you eat too much, you'll gain weight and running economy will suffer A sub-par diet results in poor recovery (and could result in weight gain, too) A sub-par diet also causes low energy levels outside of running But if you dial in your nutrition then performances will improve, recovery will be faster, and you'll just feel be...
2017-03-221h 03The Strength Running PodcastEpisode 11: Your Questions, Answered: Motivation, Trail Running & More FunThis episode of the Strength Running podcast is brought to you by... YOU! Coach Jason Fitzgerald answers 7 of your biggest questions about running consistently, improving your trail running skills, motivation, and how many miles you should start with when you first begin running. For beginner runners or those who are just getting back into running after a long layoff from injury or simply taking a break, how you tackle your training is really important. For more beginner-oriented training advice, sign up at http://strengthrunning.com/new and you'll also get the bonus encore podcast that answers even...
2017-01-0817 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 7: The Books That Will Change Your Running (shortie)There's no better investment in your running than a book. For the price of a movie and popcorn, you can learn the training strategies of elite coaches, Olympians, and the lessons that have taken others decades to learn. Wouldn't you like to shortcut that learning curve? Coach Jason Fitzgerald shares his six favorite running books (and the other - admittedly weird - books he's currently reading) that will propel your training to new heights and deepen your understanding of the sport.
2016-11-2711 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 6: Behind the Scenes of a Marathon Coaching CallHave you ever run a marathon and thought you could have raced faster? A lot of marathoners do! And in Episode 6 of The Strength Running Podcast, Jason dives into the background, training, and race execution of a member of Team Strength Running. In this episode, you'll hear how George trained to run his recent best marathon and Jason's advice on how he can take his performance to the next level. You'll learn more about mileage building, long run specificity, workouts that help your marathon goals, and a lot more.
2016-11-211h 11The Strength Running PodcastEpisode 2: Hindsight is 20/20: How to Learn from Jason's Biggest MistakesRunning ain't always easy. And with over 18 years of running experience - and 6+ years of coaching thousands of athletes - Jason wanted to share some of his biggest mistakes and the lessons that he's learned the hard way. Why share these lessons? So you don't have to make the same mistakes! Trial and error works, but it's messy. Instead, eliminate all that wasted time and effort and instead focus on these Big 7 Lessons to avoid injury, gain endurance more quickly, and race a lot faster.
2016-10-3025 min
The Strength Running PodcastEpisode 1: Nick Symmonds on Becoming an Olympian and Starting Run GumNick Symmonds is one of the world's best middle distance runners. A two-time Olympian and 2013 silver medalist at the World Championships, he has a personal best time of 1:42.95 in the 800 meters (and a 5:19 beer mile PR!). An outspoken advocate for athletes rights, his company Run Gum has sued the US Olympic Committee and USA Track & Field to help track athletes better market themselves. Considering that more than 50% of elite track and field athletes live under the poverty level, this would dramatically help them land more sponsorships and make a better living. In this far-ranging conversation...
2016-10-2949 min