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A to Z Running

A to Z Running

A to Z Running

Andi and Zach--runners, coaches, and founders of atozrunning.com --dive into distance running from every angle. Training tips and racing recommendations? Staying healthy or recovering from injury? Stories of successes or tales of tragedies? It's all here!
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best A to Z Running episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to A to Z Running for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite A to Z Running episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

A to Z Running - The First Thing You Need
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06/11/24 • 77 min

This week on AtoZrunning:

We discuss what it means to practice running and where every runner needs to begin each training season. We also answer a listener question about training in super shoes. In the world of running, we’ve got the highlights from NCAA champs and other track actions. And in the headlines, have you been following the Spring Energy gel debacle? We’ve got the latest as well as our analysis.

For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - Post-race Recovery

Post-race Recovery

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10/12/21 • 36 min

Andi and Zach discuss the 3 essentials to optimizing post-race recovery, breaking down what inhibits as well as what aids in the recovery process.

Andi and Zach also share the latest running news, including Chicago Marathon, Boston Marathon, and another USA high school record threat.

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode106

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - Cycling for Runners w/ Todd Buckingham
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10/05/21 • 50 min

Todd Buckingham, Ph.D., Lead Exercise Physiologist, Mary Free Bed Sports Rehabilitation Performance Lab, joins Andi and Zach to discuss how runners can use cycling, whether to replace training during injury or various other scenarios.

Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including the London Marathon results, a new world record on the roads, and some upcoming record-attempt excitement.

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode105

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - Functional Movement

Functional Movement

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09/21/21 • 46 min

Andi and Zach define and explore the concept of functional movement and the importance of such work for runners, consulting such sources as Jay Dicharry’s Running Rewired and providing examples for runners seeking to implement these ideas immediately.

Stick around for three recent world of running highlights as well: a running family that’s rewriting record books, a great suggestion for the next time your race has hills, and a few updates from the professionals.

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode103

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - Back Health w/ Phil Wharton
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09/14/21 • 73 min

Phil Wharton, world-renowned musculoskeletal specialist, joins Andi and Zach to discuss back health and what runners need to be doing and thinking about to improve posture, address back pain, and prevent back injuries.

Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including the Diamond League Championships, England’s famous Great North Run, and the NYC 5th Avenue Mile.

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode102

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - Tokyo Olympics Running RESULTS (part 2 of 2)
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08/10/21 • 68 min

Andi and Zach wrap up the Tokyo Olympics coverage by unpacking the second week of competition and the incredible performances on the track, including world and Olympic records, major upsets, uncanny feats, and more!

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode97

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - Long Run Approaches

Long Run Approaches

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07/13/21 • 52 min

Andi and Zach dig into some of the most common approaches to long runs and how to know when to go hard and when to go easy. Don’t miss the latest running news, including a star-studded Monaco Diamond League meeting and some Olympics updates.

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode93

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - How CHAMPIONS Race w/ Hillary Bor
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07/06/21 • 54 min

2021 US Olympic Trials Steeplechase champion Hillary Bor joins Andi and Zach to talk about championship racing and how the world’s best win. Andi and Zach also break down recent Diamond League results and several Tokyo Olympics updates, including final selections from many major contenders.

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode92

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - Social Running w/ Shawanna White
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05/25/21 • 42 min

Shawanna White joins the show to discuss how anyone can run with others without compromising training. Andi and Zach also break down the latest running news, including Laura Muir’s and Oliver Hoare’s continuing rampages as well as the tragedy at the Huanghe Shilin Mountain Marathon.

For the complete notes, links, and resources, visit https://atozrunning.com/episode86

For coaching and training details and services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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A to Z Running - How We Lie to Ourselves
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04/03/24 • 80 min

Today on AtoZrunning:

We begin a series on Loehr and Ohlsson’s Wise Decisions, focusing first on what they call reality-distorting mechanisms, otherwise known as the lies we tell ourselves. We answer a listener question about shoe rotations and how to navigate shoes that feel great vs. shoes that feel flat. In the world of running, the world cross country championships were as full of blood, sweat, and tears as cross country ought to be. We’ve got a recap and analysis to share. Other weekend highlights include a new college athlete’s NIL deal and another high school record. From the recent headlines, we share an article about when to begin preparing for your next marathon.

For training, coaching, and other services, visit https://atozrunning.com/coaching

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FAQ

How many episodes does A to Z Running have?

A to Z Running currently has 286 episodes available.

What topics does A to Z Running cover?

The podcast is about Running, Podcasts and Sports.

What is the most popular episode on A to Z Running?

The episode title 'Cycling for Runners w/ Todd Buckingham' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on A to Z Running?

The average episode length on A to Z Running is 58 minutes.

How often are episodes of A to Z Running released?

Episodes of A to Z Running are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of A to Z Running?

The first episode of A to Z Running was released on Oct 8, 2019.

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