Running Rogue

One of the top questions I get as a coach is about running and aging. Everyone is always worried about the grim reaper coming for their speed. In this episode, James and I are here to tell you to let go of those limitations and focus on 8 important elements to consider as you age. These 8 things, including 2 that are must-haves, touch on not only aging and performance but also aging and longevity. You can still get faster into very advanced ages. Never stop striving! To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors: Go to takecareof.com and use the code "rogue50" for 50% off on your first month with them. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.

In this episode, James and I chat with 5-year Rogue member Dan Wiersema. 5 years ago, Dan joined us with the goals to find a community, start moving, and lose a little bit of weight. That first season with us saw him complete his first half marathon, and now, he is dreaming of much bigger things as he prepares for his 3rd marathon this fall.  I think many of us will see a part of ourselves in Dan's story as he wrestles with what's possible. With a little encouragement from James and I, we get Dan to say his big dreams out loud. Then, we talk about how to believe in those dreams and take the tactical next steps toward them. Thank you to Dan for sharing his journey and for being so open and vulnerable with us. He is an inspiration in our Austin community, and we are excited for you to learn from him too. If Dan can do it, you can too! To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors: Go to betterhelp.com/runningrogue for 10% off your first month of online therapy. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.

This episode starts with a discussion of the recently-announced Boston Marathon "buffer" and how gutting it is for those who missed the cut. As a coach, I feel that pain too having many athletes who just missed being able to toe the line next year in Boston. As a part of that discussion, I give a few tips for those who missed out and also give my suggestion for how to update the process to make it more palatable for all. Then, I turn to the main discussion for this episode: preparing for race day. How can you control the controllables and leave as little as possible to chance for your upcoming fall race? I talk about pre-race logistics, pace strategy, nutrition/hydration planning, and mental prep and break down the sub-components of each. You can't control the weather or whether or not your flight gets delayed, but there is so much you can control. Plan and then execute to the best of your ability in order to give yourself the best shot to achieve your goals. Now, to redeem offers from this episode's sponsors

Why am I not improving? I get this question a lot as a coach, and this episode provides the answer, eight of them to be exact. First of all, I talk about how to know if you are in a performance plateau, and then I give you 8 reasons why that might be true. Along the way, I give you the solutions to consider so that you can find performance gains again. If you feel like you are stuck in your training and racing, then this episode is for you! To redeem the offer from this episode's sponsor use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.  

In this episode, James and I chat with everyday runner and relatively new half marathoner - Sarah Perry. Sarah sent me a direct message on Instagram with questions about VO2Max and heart rate, and it magically turned into a 1-hour coaching chat with James and I. Plus, we recorded it so that you all could learn from the discussion as well! In this chat, we learn about Sarah's goals for pursuing the marathon one day, and we lay out a blueprint for her to get there while answering her questions along the way. We believe there are many who can relate to Sarah's journey, so we are excited to let you listen in! To redeem the offer from this episode's sponsor use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.

In this episode, one of my athletes - Nicole Winter from @nicolemruns - interviews me!  This was the idea of Nicole and other athletes in my Austin training group (shout out to the Rogue Morning Show!). They put together a list of questions for me ranging from fun, get-to-know-you questions to questions about my running journey and even some questions that brought out the inspirational side of me. I'm not sure why it took over 300 episodes to share some of these things with you, but I am glad Nicole suggested this interview and hope you enjoy getting to know me a little better. To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors: Go to betterhelp.com/runningrogue for 10% off your first month of online therapy. Go to takecareof.com and use the code "rogue50" for 50% off on your first month with them. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.

The fall racing season is almost here, and in this episode, we help you answer this fundamental question: should I do a race in preparation for my primary race (aka my "A race")? Thank you to Caroline from the Rogue Renegades for these questions. The short answer is... it's not as simple as you think. For the long answer, tune in for more. In this episode, we answer these questions: What is a prep race? (What are they not?) - How are they different than B races? What is the benefit, why should someone do one? Are there situations when someone shouldn’t do one? When is the right time to do one relative to an A-race? What is the right distance beyond just shorter than the A-race? Does course profile matter?  Should it be similar/easier than the A-race? Is it raced at full effort? How does one adjust their training schedule for a tune-up race? In addition, please go support my sponsor for this episode - Janji running apparel. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.

In this episode, I replay a live question and answer session that I did with Nicole Winter's followers (@nicolemruns). Nicole is an athlete that I've coached for 2 years, including to her first Boston Qualifier in Eugene in April. She's a running and fitness content creator on instagram, and definitely worth a follow there. Her followers also ask great questions, and this episode is no different. In this episode, we talk about: In-run and pre-run nutrition How it's possible to sustain marathon pace for 26.2 miles if you don't do anything close to that in training Mixing in strength training with your running Minimum mileage levels for marathon training Race pace workouts for your long runs (half or full marathon) And more... In addition, please go support my sponsor for this episode - Janji running apparel. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.  

Prompted by a question from a Rogue athlete, we dig into the HOW of separating your identity and your worth from your results. It's a never ending journey, but you will get better at it over time with consistent work. In this episode, we frame up the problem and give you examples of how this might manifest in an unproductive way in your training, framed by examples from our own journeys. Then, we give you both meta and tactical solutions. This is a deep topic that requires you to ask big questions. If you are willing to dig deep, then this episode is for you. In addition, please go support my sponsor for this episode - Janji running apparel. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off at Janji.com.    

For this episode, I am excited to interview Tina Muir and Zoë Rom about their new book Becoming a Sustainable Runner. The book talks about how to be a happy and healthy runner for a lifetime while also giving back to your community and your environment. In this conversation, we talk about: The importance of taking a long term view of your running journey Disconnecting your identity from your outcomes Acknowledging life's stressors and giving yourself grace Navigating the seasons of life and how your journey might evolve Measuring your progress on the things that matter Finding your community within the sport Taking the first steps in activism Creating sustainable running events and races Making good, environmentally-friendly choices for travel, shoes, and gear Through the discussion, Tina and Zoë emphasize that it's not about achieving perfection but rather taking small incremental steps along the way. The book is out on August 15th. Go get yours! To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors: Go to better

I'm back after a summer hiatus and joined by guest host James Dodds. Thanks for your patience with new episodes, but we are back for the duration! In this episode, we answer questions about choosing training paces, building race plans, and recovery. If you have ever wondered how to determine your training paces, how those paces might evolve over time, and how you might determine race pace from your training paces, plus other bonus content, then this episode is for you! In addition, please go support my sponsor for this episode - Janji running apparel. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off Janji.com.

I've gotten many questions recently about building or rebuilding a running routine, whether it be for the first time or for someone restarting after a break. In this episode, I give you 9 principles to consider when doing so in order to do it in a safe and sustainable way with your long term potential in mind. The main message is this: take your time and listen to your body, but we cover a lot more in this one too, including rules of thumb on building miles. To redeem the offers from this episode's sponsors: Go to betterhelp.com/runningrogue for 10% off your first month of online therapy. Go to takecareof.com and use the code "rogue50" for 50% off on your first month with them.

Nicole Winter (@nicolemruns) had me back on her Instagram Live this week for another Q&A from her followers, who always have great questions. We talked about offseason training, tips on running form, how to balance running and strength work, and so much more. You can also watch the video on Nicole's account. Thank you to Nicole for having me on again! Plus, please go support my sponsor for this episode - Janji running apparel. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off Janji.com.  

I have had several people ask me recently about how my running journey is progressing. Well, here it is. I give you an update on the last 18 months of training for me and what's next for the rest of 2023 as I build toward the Houston Marathon in 2024. The good news is that things are going well toward my goals, but it hasn't been without major challenges in the last 18 months.  I discuss those challenges and the lessons along the way. I hope this episode inspires you in your journey too. Also, please go support from sponsor for this episode. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off Janji.com. I am loving their apparel!

Did I dig deep enough? Can I go faster? How do I know when I've reached my limits? These are all questions you may have asked yourself at one time or another. You might think that grit is a genetic trait, but it is very much learned and can be developed. In this episode, I talk about 9 ways to build your own grit and resilience so that you can get the most out of workouts and ultimately race day. To redeem the offers from this episode's sponsors: Go to betterhelp.com/runningrogue for 10% off your first month of online therapy. Go to takecareof.com and use the code "rogue50" for 50% off on your first month with them.

Who else is overwhelmed by the long list of things you need to do in order to achieve your goals? Sometimes, it feels like it's impossible to do it all from the running itself to strength training to foam rolling, hydration, stretching, taking supplements, and so much more.  In this episode, I talk about this very dilemma and give you 7 tips for managing all of the details in order to make it sustainable within the context of a very busy life. You can do more than you think you can, I promise. Also, please go support from sponsor for this episode. Use the code ROGUE15 for 15% off Janji.com. I am loving their apparel!

Do you focus too much on half marathon or marathon training while neglecting your speed? If so, this episode is for you. In it, I talk about 5 misperceptions of training for the 5K or 10K distances. Spoiler alert: no, 5K-10K training won't take away from your half marathon or marathon potential. (Just the opposite in fact). Listen, learn, then go chance some speed every now and then! Thank you to listener Hannah for the inspiration for this episode. 

It's time to start training for fall races and you might be wondering how to take your training to the next level. If so, this episode is for you. I start by talking about how to prime your body for the training to come, and then I give you 5 ways to level up your training for races this fall. Don't do them all. Pick 2 to implement for this cycle, and you will take another big step forward. Let's go! To redeem the offers from this episode's sponsors: Go to betterhelp.com/runningrogue for 10% off your first month of online therapy. Go to takecareof.com and use the code "rogue50" for 50% off on your first month with them.  

It's time to change the narrative!! As a coach, I consistently here similar, negative things from the runners I meet and coach, but mostly these are false narratives that get in the way of reaching true potential. In this episode, I give you 10 of those lies and tell you how to change your story. From "I'm not a runner" to "I'm slow" or "I don't have time," the list goes on and on. Which of these lies do you believe about yourself? Are you ready to flip the script?!? Also, huge thank you to my new sponsor - Janji - for supporting this episode. Go to runjanji.com to get great running apparel, support a good cause, and earn free shipping with any order of $55 or more!

It is race week for my athlete and running influencer Nicole Winter (@nicolemruns). She is racing the Eugene Marathon this weekend and shooting for her first Boston qualifier. To celebrate race week, we did a live Q&A with her followers on Instagram. That audio is here. We cover all things race week from race planning to pre-race nutrition to the mental side of prep and so much more. Nicole's followers always bring great questions so I hope you enjoy this one!