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RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #81 on what is total fitness with Wellness Coach Jyothika DwarkanathIn conversation with wellness coach, Zumba Instructor and Flow coach Jyothika Dwarkanath on what is holistic fitness. We get behind the scenes on her own personal journey. And ask some fundamental questions about what does fitness actually mean, and the downside of over training.
YouTube link : https://youtu.be/RZxCRgLEnO8
0:00 Intro and background
3:45 Flashback, what got the fitness journey started
8:19 What is TRX
10:51 Is Zumba a good cross training for endurance
13:14 How is to become a well ness coach
16:01 The love of Hiking
17:03 N...
2022-01-1658 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #80 with Himalayan mountaineer , marathoner and Ultra-runner on how to find the second windIn the house , Gururaj Nayak , a young mountaineer turned runner who does not let his feet injury stop him, has scaled many personal peaks. From leading exciting Himalayan Expeditions, running at the highest elevation ultra at Kardung La , starting marathons at a 4.20 finish and within 2 years achieving a finish time of 3.12 hrs , is a tale of an individual who loves pushing his limits and experiencing joy in the process. We get behind the scenes on this amazing journey
CHAPTER TIMELINES
0:00 Background and intro
3:12 Flashback on how it all started
9...
2022-01-091h 28
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #79 on how to create an amazing New Year with transformation expert Mahesh NambiarIn conversation with Mahesh Nambiar, a dear friend and a personal transformation expert on how to bring the current year to a logical completion , and create space for extraordinary to happen in the new year.
We dig into how to create the space and tools for creation that is powerful and awe inspiring .
0:00 and background
3:22 What is Transformation(versus change)
6:10 Completing the year ( versus ending)
9:32 The key questions to answer for completion
15:26 Distinguishing fact from significance
18:15 Dealing with the commitment ( versus inner judgement )
21:39 The myst...
2021-12-3045 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #78 with the sub-3 marathoner Paul Devillo on his journey of peak performancePaul Devillo is the one who believes that he is yet to achieve his athletic peak . In his early 50s that's a refreshing mindset , something any one us can embrace to push ones limits . Endurance sports like much of life is all about mindsets and attitudes, you get what you percieve and act.
Paul isn’t just a believer, he also walks the talk, for someone who just started running just 10 years ago, to have gone from zero to Boston Qualifying times on every outing of his is no mean achievement . His work ethic is inspiring .
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2021-12-261h 12
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #77 with Nisha Ramesh who found herself again through running
Nisha Ramesh's story is if that of a woman who made the hard decision to put family above career. It was a very tough choice. This may as well be the story of many women in our communities , who are the unsung heroes , that delicate their lives to home making and raising family. But over the course of time she discovers the passion for running that transformed her life in ways she didn’t imagine . We get behind the scenes of her life journey and how the pursuit of fitness, self care through running brought joy and...
2021-12-161h 02
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #76 with the 75 year (young) Shirley Shean on running for joy and happinessShirley Shean in the house today, who at 75 has been running for over 40 years including 8 full marathons, and competing, placing in a gamut of half marathons and shorter distance races. We get behind the scenes of her journey, and the secret to her longevity .
Youtube link: https://youtu.be/t_aELo2K6X4
Chapter timelines
0:00 Intro and Background
3:17 Flashback
7:33 Running in the early 80s
8:16 Running Longer to half and full marathons
15:35 Qualifying for Boston
19:44 The trail bug, Dipsea race
26:13...
2021-12-1149 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #75 with Alpine style mountaineer and ultra runner Arnab BanerjeeArnab Banerjee is a quintessential endurance sports enthusiast , because for one he is accomplished mountaineer and runner , but also a person with an eye for capturing the beauty of the great out doors , and someone how reflects on his experiences greatly to learn and grow. We get behind the scenes on his journey .
YouTube link : https://youtu.be/vnUKj0RA_24
2021-12-021h 40
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #74 a tongue in cheek commentary on the idiosyncrasies of running with Sunil NairIn conversation with Sunil Nair, a dear friend, a budding runner, and a self-proclaimed stand-up ( pun intended). We take a dig at ourselves as runners for fun. No egos have been harmed in the process. We look at our lives as a runner, from an obsession with numbers, shoes, fashion, and everything in between. Hope you enjoy this light-hearted conversation!
YouTube :https://youtu.be/DW9cPGB-X-0
2021-11-241h 11
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #73 with Kidney transplant warrior and marathoner Shibani GulatiThe show guest today is Shibani Gulati epitomizes the quote, " When life gives lemons, make lemonade". After a diagnosis of kidney failure in her early 20(s), she fought her way to pave a path of empowerment and happiness. We get behind the scenes how she transformed from feeling like a victim to taking life by its horns and thriving.
YouTube link : https://youtu.be/hqqlmmaY_Qg
2021-11-181h 14
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #72 with ultra runner podium finisher Anil Rao of SFO Bay areaAnil Rao is in the house today. Someone who has been at the ultra game for a couple of decades in the San Francisco bay area. His journey is unique because he thrives on the road running as much as he has thrived on the trails. He has a podium finisher in ultras and is in pursuit of a Boston qualifier that he missed by 5 mins in a previous PR. We get behind the scenes on how he built his impressive resume of ultras and marathons, his foray into race direction, and community engagement to develop local trails.
2021-11-131h 10
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #71 with the 18-time Ironman, Ultraman, USATF Coach and Race Director Ben ProkoA pleasure to be talking the Ben Proko an 18-time Ironman, Ultraman, Tri coach, and Race Director. Who BTW for his day job teaches kids Music, isn't that incredible? We get behind the scenes on it all began for him, how it became a central theme in his life, and what’s been changing in his journey as a Triathlete, the challenges, and the pleasure of directing his own races. Hope you enjoy and learn a few from this conversation.
2021-11-051h 01
RunYogi Diaries PodcastEpisode #70 with Ironman Blossom Fernandez of India inspiring women's participation in triathlonsBlossom Fernandez is sort of pioneering women's participation in triathlons from India. For a sport that needs access to good infrastructure, involves intense training, and can be darn expensive, the barriers of entry are many. In 2016, if you had her she would be an ‘ironman’, she would probably have been in disbelief. but that’s her story. from a 5k back in 2016 to an ironman in 2019 at Copenhagen. We get behind the scenes on how and why she pursued this journey and take a few lessons for our own pursuits and be unstoppable in making our dreams come true.
2021-10-291h 19
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #69 with Prashanth Rao on barefoot journey to BQ qualification, peaking & nutritionIn the house in this episode is Prashanth Rao, someone with a story of a mid-life crisis, the sort when you stare at your blood work and everything looks bleak. But he used it to transform his life, who realized all the success and money meant nothing without good health. He then goes on to embrace a healthy lifestyle and become a runner that went to finish a Boston qualifying marathon. No small achievement. He took even further to quit his high-paying tech profession and pivot into a career as a fitness and lifestyle coach. We get behind the sc...
2021-10-2201 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #68 with primal(ist) barefoot ultra runner C.Jon SawyerIn the house today is a life long runner and more recently a bare foot ultra-runner
He describes himself as a primalist. He is Nutritionist, Qigong , Breathwork and Primal Movement Instructor, World Class Life Empowerment Coach and Holistic Connection Specialist.
He has dedicated his entire life to the pursuit of Self-Connection and Mastery, from studying Vajrayana Tantric Buddhism and Inner Fire to working extensively with Shamanic Plant Medicines and Sacred Space Ceremony.
His mission in life is simple, To show you how to reconnect to the Primal, Elemental Forces within yourself and become...
2021-10-1556 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #67 with Davy Crockett , the 100+ times 100 miler ultra runner and historianDavy Crockett is in the house today, someone who has been running ultras for a long time having to his credit over 200 ultras, of which are 105 100 miler races, including a few on a treadmill!!!! In his blog, he says he runs 100 miler races… because he can, because of the challenge, because he enjoys it He is also an ardent historian, and his website www.ultrarunninghistory.com is rich in content about the history of this sport. He is also the Director for the annual ultrarunning hall of fame listing. We get behind the scenes on how it all started, how did...
2021-10-011h 06
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #66 with Mona Rayachoti on her journey of marathons, Triathlons and mental wellnessIn conversation with the amazing Mona Rayachoti, who has a fascinating story of “despising sports” during the growing up years, to now embracing her inner athlete through marathons and triathlons. and additionally, she is effectively using endurance sports for self-care and mental wellness We get behind the scenes how it started, scaled, key lessons along the way that can be valuable to the listeners and where she is headed next in the journey.
YouTube link : https://youtu.be/erxUdcNAtnQ
2021-09-2440 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #65 with Dilip Kumar on pioneering active lifestyle and mindset of continuous growthDilip Kumar is a pioneer of sorts for his community who are traditionally traders and business people from one of the oldest trading districts of Bengaluru. These are people soaked in the great tradition, culture, and food, but an active lifestyle usually takes a back seat. Dilip breaks that stereotype, he does not mind being the odd man out and setting an example of what's possible. His pursuit of running is now inspiring many in his community to take on healthier lifestyles including his wife who gets his support and empowerment. His journey of running marathons and ultras is fil...
2021-09-171h 04
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #64 with Anu Singh on running , coaching and self discoveryIn this episode is Anu Singh, a veteran of sorts in the SFO Bay Area running scene running amongst the South Asian community.
Although she started late in her 40s, that didn’t stop her from conquering the marathon, 50k(s) and ultimately the 100 milers, with half iron man thrown in as a cherry on top. What's fascinating about her journey is her transformation from running for self to running for others, pivoting into her foray into coaching along with coach Rajeev Patel, in the process becoming an anchor of support for many in their endurance journeys. We ge...
2021-09-041h 28
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #63 with Kanchan Kabad on running, mountain hiking and self discoveryIn conversation with the incredible Kanchan Kabad who at 65 does not let age slow her down. If there is someone who demonstrates living one’s life fully and with purpose, she would be it.
Her journey embodies the mindset of can do and must do, and she is one the few who gets the big picture, because everything she does includes a big picture, be it be running for fighting cancer or inspiring others to lead a active lifestyle.
Her journey of running and hiking is not merely about physical fitness, its transcendental, its about fi...
2021-08-281h 04
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #62 with Anusuya Ashok on marathons and ultras in a sareeIn today's episode is Anusuya Ashok, a spirited lady who has been pushing boundaries in her running and wellness journey, and she’s doing it as draped in a saree, a commendable act because women who are more comfortable in ethnic outfits can see new doors of possibilities. We speak about how running entered her life, tips on how she scaled her volume to complete full marathons and ultra, the light bulb moment of donning a saree for it, and what's next in her journey.
2021-08-2252 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #17 with Udaya Kumar PL on the actual history of BengaluruIn this episode, pleased to have Uday Kumar, an old friend, and a technologist, who has been passionately on a quest to document and preserve the local history of one world’s most important cities, Bengaluru.
If you thought Bengaluru is a colonial city that mushroomed into a metropolis because of the industrialization and technology boom, you are in the majority However, the truth is that Bengaluru has had a history that goes back to 1000+ years. Through his passion and drive, Uday has pulled together a citizen coalition that searches, preserves and in some cases recreates ancient inscri...
2021-08-1559 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #61 with "Ultrarunner-Ironman-Mountaineer" Saurabh Bhasin on how he does it all !!In the house, today is an ultra-endurance athlete who has no boundaries.
As someone who started his journey as a runner, scaled to be an ultra-runner, he went to complete multiple Ironman triathlons and serious mountaineer. And all this while having a commitment to work and family.
We get behind this fascinating personal journey, how is it that while many struggles to eke out 30 minutes to stay active, some like him pursue a passion and balance it all What makes it possible to learn skills, like swimming and climbing late in one’s life and then...
2021-08-141h 18
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #60 with Ekta Basu California Bay Area South Asian woman ultra runner breaking barriersToday, in the house is someone who has successfully pursued her passion for ultras navigating her commitments as a parent, spouse, and professional.
Being a recreational athlete can be demanding, but it seems women have it more difficult for a variety of reasons.
Part of the likely reason, the %age of South Asian women participating in marathons and ultras in the Americas is relatively low We dig into why and how running entered her life, what's her secret sauce for juggling commitments without sacrificing ‘self-care”, the love for trail running and how to do it safely...
2021-08-0752 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #59 with Katie Spotz on latest adventure, 11 ultras in 11 days for 11 water projects#ultra #running #run4water
It's exciting to have Katie Spotz back on the show, this time to share her latest adventure of running 11 ultras (50k) in 11 consecutive days to raise funds for water projects in under-served communities.
Throughout her adventures, Katie isn’t just seeking to make history. She is also raising money for safe drinking water projects around the world. To date, more than 30,000 people have gained access to clean water through her challenges and events, getting closer to creating a world where everyone, everywhere has clean, safe water. Give water today.
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2021-07-3058 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #58 with Ultraman Manmadh Rebba on pandemic life and his pivot into ultra runningIn the house, happy to have the incredible Manmadh Rebba back. From being a non-swimmer once, he went to conquer the water. He did log distance ocean swimming, IronMan, and the Ultraman ( double the distance to the IronMan ). That's his spirit, indomitable and always pursuing more. The Pandemic life didn't stop him either, from conquering the Grand Canyon rim to rim, pivoting into ultra running, and raising funds for the Covid crisis in India, he continues to push boundaries.
2021-07-2442 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries Podcast #16 with Lisa Sullivan a Futurist on a mission for suicide preventionOur guest today describes herself as someone who is passionate about the future. Her focus is to anticipate, strategize, activate and infuse the future into today's organizations through futures studies, foresight, strategy development, and planning.
Additionally, she applies this expertise to some of the current societal challenges, one of them is in the area of mental health and suicide prevention, through her involvement in the Texas suicide prevention collaborative. We dwell on what got her attracted to becoming a futurist, how does one trains to become a Futurist, the importance of future planning, her choice of suicide pre...
2021-07-1151 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #57 with Susan Donnelly on her journey of 100 miler ultras 100+ timesSusan Donnelly is amongst the elite list of athletes who have done 100 plus of the 100-mile ultra running races. What exactly is the limit of human endurance you may wonder because when you fathom Susan's accomplishment comes, it baffles one's mind. She has to her credit over 300 ultra-run finishes in a span of 20 years, that's an average of 15 ultras per year. We get the opportunity to understand what's behind the scenes for this incredible achievement., what got her started, what kept her going, how did she find her purpose, her foray into life coaching, and finally what's next in her jo...
2021-07-101h 22
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries Podcast #15 with Vishwesh Bhat being a musician and the art of parallel careers#careers #music #journey Vishwesh Bhat has been a senior IT professional for over 2 decades and has lived in India and the United States. He is also a versatile musician, composer, singer, actor & cartoonist.
He is trained in both Carnatic and Hindustani styles of music and has developed his own style of singing multiple genres seamlessly leading the Indian classical creative band, “SvarAmrita”.
We unearth how music entered his life, how he built his rich body of work while having a full time IT job and where his musical journey is headed next.
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2021-07-0459 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #56 with Parth Upadhyaya on his journey to Mt Everest#everest #mountaineering
In todays’ episode, we have a young man who has made mountaineering the central theme of life. He started trekking at the age of 15 and has completed over 800 treks across Sahyadri's and Himalayan Mountain ranges., eventually summitting Mt Everest at age 24. His mission is to make adventure sport mainstream in India.
2021-07-031h 16
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #55 with Kaushik Sunder on mental health , ultra running and the 250+miler foot raceOur guest today is Kaushik Sunder , a scientist, musician and budding ultra runner, who recently crossed the finish line of the 250+ miler Cocodona 250, a grueling foot race across the desert landscape of Arizona. What's more fascinating about his story is that he went from zero to 250 miler racing in just less than 5 years. We also a candid conversation around mental health, and the need to be open about it , the need for awareness, and that there need not be shame in seeking help.
2021-06-261h 01
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries Podcast #14 with Magdalena Ponurska on her journey to education and coaching#montessori #career #coaching #americandream
In the house today is Magdalena Ponurska, an Executive and Leadership Coach and an AMI Montessori Administrator, founder of Zone of Genius, and co-founder of Global Montessori Network. She has worked for 15 years in corporate settings and having trained in team management and leadership development. From her roots in Poland to arriving in America without the knowledge of English, to getting her education and then thriving in the American corporate, followed by a pivot into her passion for education and coaching, it's a dream come true. We explore how she did it, and wha...
2021-06-2059 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #54 with Subbu Venkat, Marathoner and board member, Houston Marathon and HARRASubbu Venkat is a Houston area runner, who has been getting faster and fitter. He is an active community volunteer, having served in HARRA the Houston area runners' association, and more recently on the board of the Chevron Houston marathon. We explore how he got into running, his approach to training that's making him go faster, his love for all things Japan, his touching act of being a live organ donor, and finally what's next in his journey.
Youtube link : https://youtu.be/NWTej-wrOKk
2021-06-191h 12
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkyogi Diaries Podcast #13 with Shyam Gopal, corp exec turned actorIn conversation with Shyam Gopal who took the plunge in pursuing his passion after decades in a successful corporate career. His first innings took care of his survival, the second is driven by his love and passion. It takes courage and immense patience to stay in the game. Beginners' mindset is easier said than done, managing one's pride takes immense maturity and focus.
We delve into the origins of his love for acting and cinema, the courage to commit to a journey, the pitfalls of working in a less organized industry, and where he is headed next. Shy...
2021-06-131h 03
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #53 with Coach Pani of Bengaluru on his journey of marathons and coachingCoach Pani'- as he is fondly called - took up serious running during his Indian Air Force days. While serving the country for 21 years, he also participated in various middle distance running competitions and winning them. He was also head coach Bangalore NRC (Nike Run Club). He is always looking out to learn newer things and enriching his knowledge. He is a certified Personal Trainer (Americal Council on Exercise - ACE) and Level-1 Certified Animal Flow Instructor.
Video on YouTube https://youtu.be/VyWD9ofT8uw
CHAPTERS
0:00 Start
2:33 Flashback, where it a...
2021-06-1254 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #52 with Gene Dykes , the Sub-3 marathoner at 73 who's getting better every day#worldrecords #marathons #BQ
In the house today, the incredibly inspiring Gene Dykes, the fastest known 70+ marathoner with a PR of 2:54:23 in 2018.
Dykes has become one of the most prolific and successful septuagenarian racers of all time, winning multiple masters national championships, setting a number of national records, becoming the oldest person ever to run the Triple Crown of 200s (three 200-mile races in a single year), and achieving multiple sub-3 marathons in one year at 70 years (young). You can reach Gene on his website at https://www.ultrageezer.com
2021-06-051h 08
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #51 with Pradeep Pise on finishing Cocodona 250 and his ultra-running journeyIn the house today is Pradeep Pise, who recently completed an epic 260+ mile foot race in the deserts and mountains of Arizona.
Pradeep is the average Indian guy, who didn't play many sports growing up, got busy with career and family, and one day wakes up to the possibility of running. What followed is a blossoming passion for marathons and over the last few years, ultra-running. He has to his resume over 40 ultras that include 50 miler and 100 miler races, and more recently the incredibly challenging Cocodona 250.
We explore with him what inspires the need to push...
2021-05-291h 08
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries Podcast #12 with Satish Dhanasekaran on taking chances, growth and leadership#growth #csuite #executive #management #leadership #people Satish Dhanasekaran is the senior vice president and chief operating officer at Keysight Technologies. As a chief operating officer, Dhanasekaran is responsible for growing orders and increasing annual recurring revenue for the company. He oversees the functions that contribute to these objectives, including market and technology research; development of new technologies, products, and solutions; services; marketing; and sales.
2021-05-241h 09
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #50 with THE DANNY DREYER, Natural running pioneer and creator of Chi runningIn the 50th episode of the podcast, nothing more special than talking to Danny Dreyer.
Danny Dreyer is the co-founder of ChiRunning and ChiWalking—revolutionary forms of moving that blend the subtle inner focuses of T’ai Chi with running and walking—along with his wife and business partner, Katherine Dreyer. A leader in revolutionizing the running world for the last two decades, Danny based his work on his 30-year practice of T’ai Chi and 45 years of running and racing. He has taught thousands of runners all over the globe how to embrace the principles of intellige...
2021-05-221h 08
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries podcast with Santosh Iyer on the opportunities and challenges of a career in salesIn conversation with Santosh Iyer, SVP and Head of Strategic Account with a leading technology consulting company.
We explore the basic question of pros and cons of a career in sales and cover ground across important and yet topics that include mindsets, value creation, effective relationships, and the advent of AI on sales.
2021-05-171h 24
RunYogi Diaries PodcastEpisode #49 with Pam Meaux, BQ Marathoner and Ironman on how she is getting fitter with agePam's started her journey in running during her 20(s) and then took a 12-year hiatus to raise a family until the running bug hit again in her early 40(s). She came back stronger and went on to qualify for Boston marathons multiple times In the last few years, she went to work on her swimming and pivoted into the world of Triathlons. She went ton to qualify for the Ironman 70.3 world championships. Clearly, she seems to be getting better with age, setting new personal bests, and placing in her age group. We talk about her journey and the secret of...
2021-05-1556 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries Podcast #10 with Dr. Sanjay Sharma, pioneering podiatry in IndiaMy guest today has crossed many milestones to get where he is today as one of the pioneers of podiatry in India. We speak about his journey and his choices, and what makes him who he is.
From studying ayurvedic medicine to administering a troubled college, pioneering telemedicine, and more recently pioneering podiatry in India, Sanjay lives on the edge and makes a difference.
2021-05-091h 18
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #48 with Rajeev Patel, coach, ultrarunner and Race DirectorRajeev Patel is an all-star in the Bay Area. An accomplished ultra runner, he is also a passionate coach who has supported over 700 runners cross the finish line around the SF Bay area. He is also a pioneer of sorts for the ultra scene amongst the Indian American community. His running experience is so rich and laced with so many initiatives, we spoke at length about how it all started, his philosophy in coaching, his adventures in ultra running, and what's next in for him You can read more about his adventures on his meticulously maintained blog http://rajeevtherunner.blo...
2021-05-081h 48
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries Podcast #9 with Chef, Author and entrepreneur Biju ThomasChef Biju is a lifelong entrepreneur, cyclist, and food industry pro who has worked his way up from scrubbing floors and dishes to being a food writer and co-author of the best-selling Feedzone Cookbook series with Dr. Allen Lim. Born and raised in south India, Biju found his love of all things food while growing up on a small family farm and cooking alongside his large family. Biju has been the executive chef to The Amgen Tour of California, The USA Pro Challenge, The Tour of Utah, The Nissan / RadioShack pro cycling team, BMC pro cycling team, Quickstep, and...
2021-05-0259 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastEpisode #47 with Chris McWatters, Ultra runner and Owner of Tejas TrailsOur guest Chris is a familiar figure in the Texas trail running scene. Some of the best races are organized by his company. He is also accomplished in ultra and adventure running. We explore his running journey and the pivot into race direction and the adaptations for the pandemic world.
2021-05-011h 19
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastEpisode #8 with Lavanya Challa, an artist on her journey to become an art entrepreneurLavanya finds opportunities to recreate herself every time she sits at the canvas. Each frame captures and relives the most tender and beautiful experiences of her personal life. Color brings her joy. Painting professionally now, at first seeking inspiration in nature and then expanding to visually illustrating emotions. Her art represents the drama in life through color.
Lavanya’s free spirit and desire to go beyond expectations, inspire her art. she is constantly engaged in “finding peace in the bad, messy and ugly”. In her childhood, Lavanya found bursts of art even in her mother’s molecular biology la...
2021-04-2553 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #46 Listener Spotlight episode with Lavanya Chandrasekaran , Zumba Instructor and marathonerIn this episode of the monthly Listener Spotlight, our guest shares her story of losing her way to finding the courage for self-care through fitness, endurance sports, and community.
Her story would resonate with many who lose themselves in the process of life and finally hit a low point until there is not going further, but to take personal responsibility for self-care. She exudes energy and optimism, and behind that is someone with a battle scar of life she had to deal with. Thanks for her generosity share her journey with us, with the hope it helps oth...
2021-04-241h 10
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #7 with Padmaja Nagarur, CEO ArtfluteIn todays’ episode, we are in conversation with Padmaja Nagarur, CEO of Artflute a leading online portal connecting artists and consumers who value high-quality art. She has been featured in leading publications like the economic times, the Hindu, and Femina. She serves as the board member of dream a dream(NGO) that empowers young people from vulnerable backgrounds to overcome adversity and flourish in a fast-changing world, using a creative life skills approach.
We talk about her work journey, her decision-making approach to work(and life in general), what's behind leaving a lucrative marketing job to start a ven...
2021-04-1855 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #45 Julius Michael on his journey from war torn Sudan to living an American dreamOur guest today has come a long way from his first home in South Sudan. After war broke out in the country, his family fled to Uganda. He was then approved to move to the US as a refugee as a young child. Michael is now a history teacher at Episcopal High School and coaches the cross country and track teams.
We talk to Michael about life in a refugee camp amidst a war-torn region, how it was to come to America and chasing the American dream, his journey of running and getting faster every year( he is...
2021-04-1749 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #6 with Dr. Nishi Vishwanathan on her journey in healthcareFrom a degree in medicine followed by disillusionment in the medical practice, our guest today charters a journey that eventually brings her back to her true calling.
We discuss the key pivots and mindset that helps her navigate this journey amidst big changes and life events. Give this a listen/view and let us know if you took something away from this conversation.
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2021-04-1151 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #44 with Ashwini Bhat the 24 hr world championship qualifier on her ultra journeyOur guest in this episode, Ashwini Bhat is among the six members of an ‘Ultra team’ who will represent India at an international sporting event in Romania scheduled for October 2021. The IAU World Championships (a 24-hour run) is organized every year by the International Association of Ultra Runners.
To qualify for it, Ashwini ran 181km in 24 hours, finishing seventh overall and fourth among women. Her story has humble beginnings in 10k(s) followed by half marathons and marathons.
Her ultra running journey starts in trails and leads her to new levels. The pivot into 12 hr and 24...
2021-04-101h 12
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #5 with Hiren Modi on transforming people and organizationsIn conversation with Hiren Modi, former Landmark Education Forum Leader and subsequently Area Director for multiple organization transformation companies.
Consider this quote; "If we are to release the full potential of human beings, spirit and technology must exist side-by-side.". Hiren believes developing people and leaders of all ages and levels into their most powerful, unique selves is imperative today in every culture and company.
He is hard at work at that imperative and making a difference every day. And he isn’t being casual about it, Hiren is someone who has been working with people trans...
2021-04-0449 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #43 with Anil Chandran , ultra running lessons from going 0 to 100 miles in just 6 years#ultras #onehundredmilers #running
Today's guest has a fascinating story of going couch to 100 milers ultras. His journey is filled with discovery and self-learning. We explore what it takes to run ultras, early mistakes and how to avoid them, taking new challenges, preventing injuries, changes to food habits, and balancing multiple commitments. Give it a listen and leave your comments.
2021-04-0347 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #4 with Sridhar Solur senior tech executive on growth , passion and roboticsMy guest today is someone who has spanned a career in engineering and general management and scaled the ladder in corporate America. He describes himself as a serial intrapreneur, business, and technology leader with a track record of incubating, building, and growing businesses in large organizations in a world wide capacity. HIs story epitomizes the American dream. He is a Product creator and a technologist with a PASSION FOR user experience. He has been the Founder of HP's Wearables and Cloud/Mobile Printing business,. Created 'Engineered by HP' as a sub-brand, CREATING Wearables/ for consumer lifestyle brands like HUGO BOSS...
2021-03-291h 06
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #42 with Stephane Laporte, Osteopath and multi day ultra runnerMy guest today is a fellow YouTuber and Ultra runner Stephane Laporte from Saigon, Vietnam. Stephane has a fascinating journey of endurance running intertwined with his work journey of helping other runners.
He loves running so much, he decides to switch careers from being an IT professional to becoming an osteopathic therapist.
We get to talk about how and why of that journey.
We get to dwell into his unique experiences at the multi race adventures, a 250 km foot race in the Gobi Desert and the Atacama Desert in Chile.
We...
2021-03-2752 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #3 with Anusha Santosh , Digital Creator and Plant based lifestyle advocateMy guest today is a creative powerhouse. Her story is of finding self-expression through her values, passion for food, and photography to work. Through her plant-based food Instagram handle #yummyyatra which grown to over 37k followers, she brings joy, happiness, and ideas for people on a journey of healthy living. We get to talk about how it all started, what got her into the plant-based lifestyle journey, what's behind its growth, challenges, and joy of being a digital creator, how does she make brand choices, and what's next on the horizon. You can reach Anusha at https://www.yummyyatra.com...
2021-03-2154 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries#41 with Radhika Paruchuri woman extraordinaire on her fitness and fat loss journeyThis is a new series of conversations with listeners of the show who have an inspiring fitness journey.
We call Radhika, the Iron Lady of our running group. She has been one of the active listeners to the podcast and more recently had a breakthrough in the area of weight loss. Her fitness journey is all rounded, from running to Tae Kwondo to Dancing, she does it all. Her spirit is indomitable and inspiring. We get to talk about what got her started in the fitness journey, how does she manage to explore so many...
2021-03-2033 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #2 with Keshav Prakash , a journey of the road less traveledMy guest today is one of the few who followed his heart for the love of a craft Back in the mid-80s and early 90s India, life was about survival, the obvious options were to pursue engineering or medicine, it was a sure shot to making it to the middle-class life, but he traveled a road less traveled First, as a photographer later morphing to cinematographer in Indian cinema working with big names like Kamal Hasan, Nagesh Kukunoor, and K Ravi Chandran. Later in his second chapter, co-founded The Vault, a unique service, that it offers a never-before cura...
2021-03-141h 02
RunYogi Diaries PodcastEpisode #40 with Scott Farrand on his journey of marathons and IronMan amidst a busy work lifeMy guest today Scott Farrand , formerly a senior executive at HPE and an ardent recreational endurance athlete .
Scott is someone who is like good old wine, getting better with age, someone who has been at marathons and triathlons for over 16 years and he is only 60 years young.
We get to talk about he does it all , balancing family, work and training, his journey of marathons to the Iron man, whats changed with age in training and what keeps him going.
2021-03-131h 09
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries intro and backstoryAll projects have a back story, and it mostly involves your immediate circle who buy into one crazy ideas . This is about that, and why WorkYogi Diaries.
Work is core of our existence in the world, its what gives us being, without work, we have no bearing . This channel is about work ( of all kinds , as along as it brings joy and satisfaction to your life)
2021-03-1206 min
WorkYogi Diaries PodcastWorkYogi Diaries #1 with Srinath Nagarur about his journey of finding conviction and core valuesSrinath's story is that of a beginning with self-doubt and half-baked conviction, to embracing opportunities with a growth mindset. His grounding on core principles is unwavering, and its not every day you stumble on individuals who stand up for their principles even it means losses. Thats his story. Hope you will listen and take away inspiration back to your work.
2021-03-071h 06
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #39 with Andre Hermann on mental illness and ultrarunningAs per NAMI, the national alliance on mental illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, 1 in 20 people are afflicted by mental illness in America.
In today’s episode, we touch upon this topic. It’s important to bring awareness to this epidemic because like all other physical illnesses, it needs societal support and understanding.
Running and physical activity, in general, is recommended for managing mental health.
It's my pleasure to be in Andre Hermann, an educator and ultra runner, who has personally coped with depression and addiction and using endurance running to...
2021-03-061h 06
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRYD#38 with Karen Harbaugh, the Vibram ambassador on her journey of obstacle racing and TriathlonsMy guest today is Karen Harbaugh, a mother of three, a busy medical professional, and someone who has thrived in multiple endurance activities from obstacle races to ultras to iron man triathlons, including qualifying for the 2018 ITU world triathlon grand final gold coast. She also happens to be a Vibram ambassador. We get to talk about how it all started, how does she juggle all her responsibilities and the training, how did the Vibram deal come about, her approach to staying healthy all-around fitness, and whats her next big adventure.
2021-02-2746 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #37 with David Waters: The Plant powered runner on MAF, comebacks and moving aheadRunYogi Diaries #37, with David Waters from Ontario, Canada. I have been following his YouTube channel, the plant-powered runner, and found his passion infectious. What struck me about David is his mission to spread joy and support others in their journey.
He is a passionate advocate of plat powered lifestyle and the Maffetone method. We get to talk about how it started, how does someone who has grown eating meat switches to a plant-based lifestyle, what and why of the Maffetone method, how he has had to deal with a low phase, and his story of self-healing through ru...
2021-02-201h 09
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #36 with Somen Debnath: 16 years , 157 countries on the saddle across the worldSomen is on a mission to spread awareness of AIDS, peace, and Indian culture, not necessarily in that order. His odyssey started on the 27th of May 2004, just two days after he acquired Bachelor's degree in Zoology from the University of Calcutta. His goal is to cover 191 countries, the score currently is at 157. he has almost pedaled 200,000 km and reached over 20 million people.
His journey is crowdsourced, from the love of people who support him, if you'd like to donate to Somen's mission, use the Paypal link on the URL below https://www.somen2020world.com
2021-02-1334 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #35 with Anil Adoni on how to keep weight off and stay healthy for the long termMy guest today is a good friend Anil Adoni, someone who has been on a journey of fitness, well being, and sustainable weight loss for over a decade, through fundamental changes in lifestyle We get to talk about what was the wake-up moment, his journey of trial and error approach to weight loss that leads to creating his own system that he shares with others, his pivot into running and long-distance bicycling, and finally his adventures in trekking in the Himalayas and the Kilimanjaro mountains.
2021-02-0648 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #34 : Journey of 100+ full marathons in 2020 with Siddesha Hanumanthappa2020 was a year for most confined indoors, not for Siddesha , who nailed 104 full marathons ( mostly self supported ) in the year.
He describes himself as a ‘ordinary street runner’ , his humility and affability is disarming. Who says you cant be competitive , competent and yet be grounded ?
We got to talk about how he stumbled into long distance running, the Boston qualification , managing family commitments , formulas for keeping it going for the long run and the incredible 100 marathon project 2020. Give is a thumbs up and leave your thoughts if you like Siddesha's jounrey.
Video version on YouTube...
2021-01-301h 03
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #33 with Kevin Hoegler on Multiple Sclerosis , MAF and his 100 mile ultramarathonKevin Hoegler is a young man on a mission, to show the world that Multiple Sclerosis doesn't have to shut you down, and that you can still thrive through smart lifestyle choices and running.
He is an epitome of HOPE and POSSIBILITY . That's the mindset that makes a difference.
We get to talk about MS and its impact to his life, the changes he made to lifestyle , the pivot into running , the MAF method effectiveness and finally his amazing 100 mile ultramarathon finish in 2020 .
YouTube version: https://youtu.be/DLYid-vzIeE
2021-01-2358 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries#32 with Bikey Venky a journey of conquering well being on the saddleVenkateswara Rao Navanasi’s giant leaps in the cycling world are more than just being inspirational.
They are an adventure that he has been conquering the miles along with his demons makes for a story that you must check out.
His story is inspiration for anyone who thinks good health and fitness is reserved for a few , and no matter your circumstances , there is a choice to live well. We get to talk about how it began for him , how dod bicycling become a passion , his adventures in Hyderabad , Vermont and Bengaluru , and the WHY of his...
2021-01-161h 32
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #31 with Ultra Miriam on her 30 year journey as a runner and ultra marathoner.Miriam describes herself as an ordinary ultrarunner ( if there is such a thing). She has finished multiple 50/100 mile ultras and a host of multi day ultra runs. She began running ultras after watching Leslie Stahl interview elite world-class ultarunners Dean Karnazes and Pam Reed on 60 Minutes in 2004. She have been running competitively since 1989.
Her story is filled with courage , love and immense faith .
We get to talk about her long career in running, the pivot into ultras, how she manages to come back from life’s obstacles , the importance of spirituality in her life and final...
2021-01-0958 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #30 with Santosh Iyer a trip down the memory lane on WHAT, HOW and WHY of my running journeyIn todays episode, Santosh Iyer , podcast guest #2 comes back wearing a different hat and yours truly gets to be on the hot seat. After 29 epipodes, I get to talk about my running journey and my WHY . While I had an active childhood, life takes over after college . My first encounter with fitness and weight loss happened in my late 30s . We got to talk about how it came about , how did long distance running and marathons become a pursuit, whats the big WHY behind the community running initiatives and this mission of this channel .
YouTube link : https://ww...
2021-01-021h 01
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries 2020 wrapping up with gratitude with few of the amazing show guestsThe year was challenging , and yet it pushed us to adapt and reimagine. It brought the best in many and RunYogi Diaries wishes to celebrate that mindset. Here is wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season, take the time to refresh and reflect, and get ready for an amazing 2021.
A few of the amazing show guests get to reflect on what to be grateful in 2020 and whats they are taking on in the new year.
2020-12-2613 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #28 with Niloy Sen the master of " No Fail, No Gain" in ultra runningNiloy sen is your everyday guy who does not believe in the status quo. He believes in the next thing , and he learns by experimenting . His journey into running epitomizes that mindset. From starting with half marathons, to pivoting into the world of ultra running , his approach has been to jump in with both feet first and learn as he goes. No surprise that he is now conquering some real tough ultra distance races.
We get to talk about how it all began, what he learnt along the way, how he balances life's priorities , the importance of co...
2020-12-191h 28
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #27 with Hima Mukkamala ,the Silicon Valley CEO on his ultra journey to the Moab 240 mile foot raceHima Mukkamala is a Silicon Valley CEO, a high performing and high functioning individual who pushes himself to achieve more, and running is his perfect vehicle to test the mindset. From running his first marathon in 2014, he has progressively pushed limits to run many ultra distances and eventually chasing the Moab 240 dream. We get to talk about why does this, how he uses it in leadership, how he manages the work-family-training triangle and whats his recipe for success .
Moab 240 statistics - (Total time 111hr 19min, Total sleep ~2.5hrs, Total distance 240m , Total elevation 29029 feet)
Experience rep...
2020-12-1253 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #26 with Gerald Schattle on how losing 160 Lbs has been a journey from within.Gerald Schattle weighed 397 pounds at his heaviest and he is down to 240 pounds now. The Aldine, Texas principal played football growing up, but slowly gained weight as he got married and had a family. The Aldine Education Center principal lost 80 pounds with diet and exercise and then started running. His goal was to finish a marathon, and trained by running through the neighborhoods where his students live.
It wasn’t just good for his health, the runs helped him connect with the kids. His story may sound like straight from biggest loser challenges, but listening to him, you g...
2020-12-0549 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #25 with the amazing Deeya Bajaj on summiting Mt.Everest and Skiing across GreenlandDeeya Bajaj, along with her extremely accomplished adventurer father were the first Daughter-Father duo from India to have summited Mt. Everest. Deeya's story is fascinating , having grown up immersed in adventure , and at the age of 17 completed a 550 KM expedition across Greenland on ski.
We get to talk about her experience in these amazing adventures , how she preps for them physically and mentally, the higher purpose that drives her .
The YouTube version has many amazing photos that go with the conversation, give this is a view/listen, and get amazed !
https://www.youtube.c...
2020-11-2846 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #24 with Jordan Daniel an indigenous Lakota elite runner on a missionJordan is a passionate recreational elite runner with a mission . She is a passionate advocate of Indigenous culture and people of America. She uses her running as a platform for justice and visibility, as it intersects across all movements of climate, racial, social, and economic justice. We get to talk about her running journey, the intersection of her running career and advocacy , her effort to use her Boston Marathon to bring visibility to missing Indigenous women. She is a power house, and there is something to learn about higher purpose in ones life. What she does is not easy, but...
2020-11-2138 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #23 with Bobby Philip on his barefoot running journey to the Boston marathonIt’s easy to spot Thomas Bobby Philip in a marathon – just watch out for the person running barefoot. Funnily enough, for a self-confessed ‘cleanliness freak’, this 53-year-old has been running barefoot since 2012.
We get to talk about his fitness journey , from an unhealthy partying lifestyle to a high performing barefoot runner in his 50(s) that qualified for the Boston Marathon.
Give it a listen, and get inspired . It’s never too late to discover yourself.
If you like the story, please hit like, leave your comments and subscribe to the channel, it helps the c...
2020-11-1436 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #22 with Andy Farina a fitness coach extraordinaire on overcoming limitations#persistence #faith #overcoming #limitless #fitness #ultras #running
Andy Farina, President & Founder of Fearless Health is a fitness coach and ultrarunner. He has completed multiple 50k(s), 50 mile+ runs and obstacle races . But it has't been easy. Having born premature, Andy had to deal with ability to walk early in his life. Hear his story on overcoming limitations , the importance of self belief, living life fully and eating smart .
I hope you enjoy the conversation , please like, comment and subscribe to the channel.
The audio podcast can be found on the link below
2020-11-0737 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #21 with Lauren Paquette on high performance mindset and competing for the Olympics#olympics #highperformance #proathlete #mindset
Lauren is a high performing elite middle distance runner . She is training and aspires to make the 2021 Olympic team . We get to talk about making choices , high performance mindset and handling pressure .
You can read about her amazing running resume at https://www.nazelite.com/athletes/lauren-paquette/
YouTube version at https://youtu.be/xzFqN2iprGM
2020-10-3131 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #20 with Katie Spotz on rowing across the Atlantic and purpose driven endurance#purpose #transformation #faith #rowing #endurance #ultras
Katie is an Adventurer, endurance athlete, charitable ambassador, author, world-record holder, & TED speaker . She is the youngest person to row solo across the Atlantic, from Africa to South America . Her mission is to bring access to clean water globally.
Katie's story has been featured on CBS Morning Show, CBS Evening News, World News with Diane Sawyer, Anderson Cooper 360, New York Times, NPR, Glamour Magazine, and the Discovery Channel. To date, more than 10,000 people have gained access to clean water as a result of Katie's endurance challenges.
More rec...
2020-10-2436 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries#19 with Manmadh Rebba , Transformation from fear to the Ultraman#breakingthrough #ultraman #ironman #transformation #conquer
Manmadh's story is like straight out of movies. He almost drowned learning to swim in a indoor pool, and then 10 years later , conquers his fear to completes a Triathlons and eventually the Ultraman. We get to talk about how to develop a breakthrough mindset, the race beyond a Iron Man, the beauty of swimming in Oceans and living life fully and with purpose. Give it listen .
Youtube video version : https://youtu.be/WZSBAdkY6t8
2020-10-1743 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #18 with Nilima Pai, the barefoot runner who loves her sareesNilima Pai describes herself as a simple person. Her humility is striking. You only learn her feisty independent side a few minutes into the conversation . Her passion for running, the courage to do what she believes is inspiring. She is a barefoot runner by choice , and she runs in the sarees because it expresses her inner spirit. We get to talk about how it all started and why she has this very unique running practice, including tips on how to get started on barefoot .
2020-10-1041 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #17 :Dr Joseph Spears on the Black experience ,spirituality, fitness & relationships#transformation #spirituality #blackexperience #bodysoulconnection #buildingbridges #breakingbarriers
Dr. Joseph Spears is an endurance fitness enthusiast , an associate professor of Sports Management at Bowie State University and also a Pastor .
Dr. Joseph Spears believes that “spiritual fitness” is the solution to problems of today. It is his goal to see diverse individuals coming together from all walks of life and the need to build strong communities spiritually, socially and economically.
On the eve of Mahatma Gandhi's birth celebrations , I find it appropriate to talk about some uncomfortable topics but important ones , like, Is it sufficient to be...
2020-10-0250 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #16 with Joel Lyons , the Physiotherapist with 67,000+ lifetime running miles#bostonfinisher #physiotherapist #fiftyplusfitness
Joel is a life long runner , having covered over 67,000 lifetime running miles . He is a 8 time Boston marathon finisher, has competed in over 26 marathons.
He is also a coach for a small team in Memphis called the Pilgrimage Track Club, and has penned articles for a local publication The Roadrunner for the past 7 years.
Joel has been the medical director for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon for the first 2 years it was run. He also has been Race Director for many years for a charitable race called the Mug Mile in...
2020-09-2631 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #15 with Manish Dugar on his 6,900+ daily continuous runs, joy and work-run balanceManish Dugar is a busy successful senior executive that has made running central to his life. Running has helped him find meaning, well being and high productivity at work. Check out this episode to find his secret hacks and get inspired.
2020-09-1942 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #14 , with Eleanor and Barry Matthews on how exercise is good for romance!Eleanor and Barry are fun loving , busy couple , who work hard , party hard and exercise hard . It keeps their relationship alive and strong. From doing marathons together , to multi day stage races , they use endurance activities to discover their romance.
2020-09-1241 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #13 with Charles Hurst, the late starter who got faster and went longerCharles epitomizes grit, like how Duane described it on episode 6, which is building confidence through sheer focused effort . How does one start running at 45, and complete 100+ marathons and then qualify for Boston at the 100th one at age 60? This is stuff that movies are made of ( or maybe movies just mimic real life heroes like Charles ).
We get to talk about how to be best versions of ourselves, importance of community and relationships .
2020-09-0540 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #12 with Samyu Hari, a Gen Z 's journey through dance and long distance bicyclingAt 20 , she has a 17 year journey of dance that makes her wise for her age. At 15 she did her first MS 150 ride, a 125 mile bicycle ride from Houston to Austin and then repeated in again at 17. MS 150 is, a ride that needs focus and training. We get to talk about what drives her, her methods to training, motivation and body image issues for the young adults.
2020-08-2941 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #11 with The Ironwoman BethAnn Telford on 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continentsBethann is a real life warrior. She epitomizes the saying , if life throws lemons at you, make lemonade. She is about whats possible every day. She is a marathoner, an Iron(wo)man finisher and adventure enthusiast. She cares for the community . We talk about how she does it .
#excellence #willpower #transformation #women-achievers #inspiration
2020-08-2255 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #10 with Dane Rauschenberg, author , motivational speaker and ultra runnerDane Rauschenberg is best known for racing 52 marathons in 52 consecutive weeks, all while working a full time job.Throughout his life,Dane has embraced the philosophy of ignoring the impossible.
In this amazing conversation, Dane shares his story and core principles of living an extraordinary life.
#ignoretheimpossible #transformation #excellence #
You can also reach Dane at
http://seedanerun.com/
https://www.instagram.com/danerauschenberg/
2020-08-1538 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries # 9, with Hari Shankar, a long term runner and co-founder of Chennai Runner group. We talk about persistence, leadership and the Chennai running sceneRunYogi Diaries episode 9, with Hari Shankar, long term runner and co-founder of Chennai Runner group. From a time when he was scoffed at for running , to co-founding a running movement with his friends in one of India largest metros, Hari exudes a humility that masks his incredible journey as a runner and community organizer. A fantastic conversation about persistence ,leadership and common sense approach to running.
Enjoyed the conversation!
2020-08-1142 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #8: Keep Calm and hike the seven continents with Ravi JoshiFew people evoke a zen like calm like Ravi. Ravi goes about his business like a monk, a matter of factness about his extra ordinary journey of hiking in all seven continents . He has hiked the Himalayas , the Amazon Forest, the Andes, The Alps and the Antarctica. #sevencontinents #exotichikes
2020-08-0139 minRunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #1, with Aaraj Thyagaraj on scaling from 5k to 50 mile ultrasStories of ordinary people embarking on extra ordinary journeys. My first guest a dear friend, Aaraj T, who went from 5k to ultra running while conquering new milestones and PR(s).
2020-07-2727 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi diaries #5 with Duane Solem , the almost 80 year young triathleteIn conversation with Duane Solem, a USAT Triathlon Coach, Certified Fitness Trainer, Engineer, Biophysicist and a Triathlete that is redefining what it means to be aged almost 80. You can reach him at http://lastchancefitness.com.
2020-07-271h 12RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #6 part 2, Losing the flab with Sukanya Sridharn part of our episode in my conversation with Sukanya Sridhar, she shares her breakthrough with weight loss and her strategies for smart eating that keeps the flab away. She blogs regularly on https://sukanyag3.wixsite.com/mysite #weight-loss #smart-eating #fitness
2020-07-2723 minRunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries # 6 , Part 1 with Sukanya Sridhar, the Cancer VanquisherA conversation with an unstoppable woman who vanquished her cancer and went on to complete 20 half marathons. She is now on a mission to make other peoples lives healthy and fulfilled. You can reach her at her website https://sukanyag3.wixsite.com/mysite/... #survivingcancer #personaltransformation #weightlossjourney
2020-07-2724 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi diaries #3 on Ultra-Bicycling with Sriram VaradarajanConversation with Sriram , a passionate high energy ultra bicyclist , thats conquered miles of terrain and mountains on the saddle.He has to his credit over four "tripe by pass " rides, a double triple by pass ride and many multi day rides.
2020-07-271h 00RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi diaries #2 on the idea of ethical veganism, minimalism and hiking the Camino De Santiago with Santosh IyerConversation with Santosh Iyer, an intellect, runner, ultra hiker , seeker, ethical human being and vegan https://caminodesantosh.wordpress.com... https://caminodesantosh.wordpress.com...
2020-07-2747 minRunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi diaries #4 with Sridhar Solur on Running , Rebound and mindset for success !In conversation with Sridhar Solur , a runner , technologist, designer and a fashion connoisseur. We dwell into his running journey, rebound after a major brain surgery for tumour, importance of community , mindset for success and design sensibility . Hope you enjoy the conversation.
2020-07-2741 min
RunYogi Diaries PodcastRunYogi Diaries #7 with Dr Sripathi Kethu on running a marathon on all the seven continentsHear the fascinating story of Dr. Sripathi's late entry to running and how he set out to complete a full marathon on each of the 7 continents, a feat a small %age of human population can boast of having done.
2020-07-2741 min