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How To Conquer Your Fear of Trails and Run Wild: Anne George

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

07/27/22 • 41 min

Trail running can be intimidating to lots of people. What if you get lost, break your ankle, or see a snake? I’m not sure that you’re safer running in the city with weirdos and speeding BMWs, but I think it’s pretty normal to be intimidated by trail running if you’ve never done it before.

Anne (Wheatly) George is on the Run to the Top today to help us out. Anne has challenged herself with some of the toughest trails in the country. She has run Rim to Rim to Rim of the Grand Canyon twice, including one trip all by herself. She’s run the iconic Nepali coastline in Hawaii solo, trekked her way to Everest base camp and run/hiked her way up half dome in Yosemite twice to name a few of her adventures.

When she isn’t adventuring, she enjoys ultra trail racing. Anne has completed the Tunnel Hill 100 miler in 16 hours with a second place finish. She also earned second at the Bear 100 and took First place overall at Badwater Cape Fear 50.

In this episode we talk about:

the misconceptions about trail running,
how to stay safe and get better at it, and
how to train and fuel your next adventure

If you’ve ever wanted to try trail running or if you already love it and want to get inspired, this is the show for you.

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This week’s show brought to you by: LMNT

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Supplementing with magnesium before you go to bed has been shown in scientific studies to...

Increase in muscle oxygenation during high intensity exercise
Reduce inflammation
Significantly improve sleep quality
Improve aerobic exercise capacity when training.

When you’re looking for a magnesium supplement, make sure you take one that is organic and has all 7 unique forms of magnesium.

Our recommendation is Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers because it’s made with the highest quality, organic magnesium and contains all 7 critical forms. Most other magnesium supplements are synthetic and only contain one or two forms of magnesium, which is simply not enough.

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Frustrated with Your Running Progress? How to Smash Your Plateau with Elisabeth Scott

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

08/31/22 • 44 min

Have you hit a plateau in your running? Despite doing all the right things, or most of the right things that you are supposed to be doing, you just seem stuck.

Maybe it’s because you're getting older and you think your better days are behind you. Maybe you need a new workout plan, a new coach, new shoes, or a new supplement to get you to the next level.

Or perhaps you’re just not finding the joy in your running like you used to.

Elisabeth Scott is here to help you change that.

On today’s Run to the Top Podcast, Coach Claire brought back the head coach and founder of Running Explained to help you finally break through to the next level in your running.

You’ll learn:

What you might be missing out on even if you think you’re getting your training right
Which aspects of your schedule might need to change and,
Why consistency and patience are so important in not only your growth but determining if you are even in a plateau in the first place.

Elisabeth is uniquely talented at making running concepts clear and accessible to everyone at every level and I’m delighted to have her back on the show.

If you are feeling like you are running in circles with your running, this one's for you.

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The Plantar Fasciitis Doc on How To Keep Your Feet Healthy: Dr Angela Walk

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

06/29/22 • 46 min

Plantar fasciitis sidelines countless numbers of runners each year, with a stabbing pain in every step.

The good news is there is treatment and prevention which can make your feet less susceptible to this debilitating injury. And the best protocols might not be what you think they are.

The Plantar Fasciitis Doctor, Dr Angela Walk, joins Coach Claire to explain more. Yes, that’s really her last name and she’s a chiropractic physician specializing in foot and gait analysis and plantar fasciitis from Nashville, TN.

They talk about:

why this injury happens so often in runners
what we can do to prevent and treat it, and most importantly
exactly when we can get back to running again.

So if you’ve ever suffered from this awful injury or if you would like to avoid it in the first place, this is a must-listen.

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This week’s show brought to you by: MassZymes from BiOptimizers

Digestive enzymes are naturally occurring proteins that your body makes to help break down food and aid digestion.

Right now you can get a bottle of MassZymes for FREE. All you need to do is pay a small shipping fee and there’s no catch.

There’s no tricks, no forced continuity, nothing to cancel.

MassZymes is a 17-enzyme full-spectrum formula that contains all of the key enzymes needed for optimal digestion.

It also contains AstraZyme which is an all-natural, plant-derived compound that boosts amino acid absorption by 30-60 percent.

Go to masszymes.com/runtothetopfree . You will automatically get access to your unique coupon code to claim your free bottle. Limit one per household.

Offer is valid while supplies last. If you struggle with stomach issues, this could be a game changer.

LMNT

Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery.

To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect.

When Listening to Your Body Is Wrong For Runners: Cortney Berling

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

06/08/22 • 51 min

Fueling your running is not as simple as eating when you are hungry or not eating when you are not hungry. Registered Dietician Cortney Berling of EatWellRunBetter.com explains how to actually eat for running performance or weight loss.

We talk about:

when you absolutely should NOT listen to your body as a runner and what to do instead
the differences in nutrition when you are running to lose weight and when you are fueling for performance, and
why your super healthy, whole foods diet might actually be sabotaging your speed and endurance.

If you want to get the most out of your running, great nutrition is key! Learn how to maximize yours.

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Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month!

This week’s show brought to you by: MassZymes from BiOptimizers

Digestive enzymes are naturally occurring proteins that your body makes to help break down food and aid digestion.

Right now you can get a bottle of MassZymes for FREE. All you need to do is pay a small shipping fee and there’s no catch.

There’s no tricks, no forced continuity, nothing to cancel.

MassZymes is a 17-enzyme full-spectrum formula that contains all of the key enzymes needed for optimal digestion.

It also contains AstraZyme which is an all-natural, plant-derived compound that boosts amino acid absorption by 30-60 percent.

Go to masszymes.com/runtothetopfree . You will automatically get access to your unique coupon code to claim your free bottle. Limit one per household.

Offer is valid while supplies last. If you struggle with stomach issues, this could be a game changer.

Perform from the Amino Company

Perform is an amino acid based formulation that I simply add to my water bottle during my run. It tastes great and is easy on my stomach.

Clinical studies have shown that Perform helps improve endurance, reduce fatigue, and increases muscle protein synthesis so you recover faster after the run. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/rttt

If you’re interested in learning more and giving Perform a try, we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code RC30. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/rttt and use the code RC30 at checkout to save 30%

Run Better in Less Time: How to Maximize Your Miles and Still Have a Life

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

06/01/22 • 22 min

If you have a busy life outside of running, and let’s face it, we all do, this can be a real challenge. And let me tell you a little secret--all that time might actually be unnecessary!

On today’s Run to the Top, Coach Claire reveals some great ways to better fit your training into your busy life. She goes over:

Exactly how much time you need to invest in training for endurance races from the 5k to the marathon
How to maximize your training into less overall time, and
How to organize your schedule so you can train better without wrecking the rest of your life

If you’re ready to jump into a new distance or if you are feeling overwhelmed with your current schedule, this is the info you need to maximize your miles!

Need help converting your race times to your optimal easy and long run pace? Download your FREE Long Run and Aerobic Pacing Calculator now!

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This week’s show brought to you by: MassZymes from BiOptimizers

Digestive enzymes are naturally occurring proteins that your body makes to help break down food and aid digestion.

Right now you can get a bottle of MassZymes for FREE. All you need to do is pay a small shipping fee and there’s no catch.

There’s no tricks, no forced continuity, nothing to cancel.

MassZymes is a 17-enzyme full-spectrum formula that contains all of the key enzymes needed for optimal digestion.

It also contains AstraZyme which is an all-natural, plant-derived compound that boosts amino acid absorption by 30-60 percent.

Go to masszymes.com/runtothetopfree . You will automatically get access to your unique coupon code to claim your free bottle. Limit one per household.

Offer is valid while supplies last. If you struggle with stomach issues, this could be a game changer.

LMNT

Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery.

To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect.

What it Really Takes To Run Longer Than You Ever Have Before: Robbie Balenger

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

06/15/22 • 45 min

There are not many ultrarunners who have run farther than Robbie Balenger. Robbie’s been making headlines for the past few years with his massive athletic feats. Just this past spring, Robbie decided to see if he could run longer than a Tesla could on a single charge along a Texas highway. Three days and 242 miles later, man beat machine.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How Robbie fuels his amazingly long runs
What training you need to run your first ultra, and
How to mentally get through extreme challenges and stay on your feet

If you’re an ultrarunner, want to become one, or are just fascinated by them, this is an incredible listen!

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This week’s show brought to you by: LMNT

Maintaining healthy electrolyte levels will not only improve performance and endurance on the run, but can help with preventing headaches, maintaining a healthy weight, and help with recovery.

To get this special offer and make sure you’re hydrating properly this summer, head over to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect.

Heal from the Amino Company

Heal is an amino acid, whey and creatine based formulation designed to reduce recovery times and improve physical function after injuries by accelerating muscle repair while helping maintain a healthy inflammatory response. Check out the research here: https://aminoco.com/rttt

Heal does contain whey, so it’s not made for vegans, but if you're not vegan and looking for a nutritional advantage when it comes to recovering from your running injury or your daily training Coach Jeff highly recommends you give Heal a try.

If you’re interested in learning more and giving Heal a try, we’ve got a special offer for you where you can save 30% by using the code RC30. Just head to: https://aminoco.com/rttt and use the code RC30 at checkout to save 30%

The 3 Minute Solution For Faster, More Powerful Running: Dr Eoin Everard

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

05/18/22 • 63 min

Do you ever feel like you are missing out on key training elements that could actually help you get faster and stronger? If you are stuck in a plateau or a cycle of injury, there are some changes that can help.

Eoin Everard is a physiotherapist with a PhD in Biomechanics who studies what makes runners faster and stronger. He’s the founder of everardpilates.com. and he certainly has discovered what works on himself. Eoin has won 5 national senior running titles, has represented Ireland on the international stage from 800m to 10k Cross Country. He is a sub 4 minute miler and ran sub 14 minutes for 5k just last year. Finally, he is the current indoor 3000m European O35 champion.

And besides all of that, Eoin is utterly delightful to talk to. We went a little longer than usual with this conversation, because there is just so much good stuff!

You’ll learn:

Eoin’s 3 minute drill to add on to a run to get more power,
why you should not bother to fix your form on the run, and
why static stretching is not as evil as you might think it is for runners.

This is an amazing conversation that I promise you’ll learn a lot from. And if that’s not enough, Eoin is giving all of the Run to the Top listeners a free download of his super helpful ebook for runners called "Get to the line in the best shape possible."

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This week’s show brought to you by: MetPro

This podcast is brought to you by MetPro, world-renowned concierge nutrition, fitness & lifestyle coaching company.

Using Metabolic Profiling, MetPro team of experts analyzes your metabolism and provides an individualized approach to obtaining your goals.

MetPro analyzes your individual metabolism to get a baseline to see exactly how your body is responding against a very specific set of variables. This means no cookie-cutter diets or formulas.

Your MetPro coach then works with you to consistently make adjustments based on your metabolic data as well as how your plan fits your lifestyle. MetPro’s coaches are not only educated experts in their field, but they’re empathetic that people have demanding schedules and often stressful lives. They will work one-on-one with you to identify the best nutrition and fitness strategy that is going to work for your personal goals and lifestyle needs.

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LMNT

When coaching endurance runners of all levels to be their best, I always emphasize the need for proper hydration with the right balance of electrolytes. Most athletes I’ve coached are surprised to learn that their sodium needs are actually much higher than they expected and it’s been hurting their performance.

Part of the reason athletes need much more sodium than they think is not just because they lose electrolytes through their sweat, but also because athletes tend to eat very healthy diets. They’ve been told that salt is a bad thing in food and frequently don’t get enough for their lifestyle.

Much of the science of sodium is based on people who eat highly processed diets which also are very low in potassium. It could actually be the low potassium levels causing the issues that sodium has been blamed for!

What is clear is that both sodium and potassium at the proper levels are essential for high performance (and for life in general!).

That's why we partnered with LMNT to offer a free sample pack of their electrolyte mix.

Head to drinklmnt.com/runnersconnect to get yours now. The Sample Pack includes 8 packets of LMNT (2 citrus, 2 raspberry, 2 orange, and 2 raw unflavored).

Is Jogging Actually Cool Again? How Chris Heuisler is Taking Back the Jog

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

05/11/22 • 40 min

Running can be intimidating to a lot of people. But jogging? It can open a world of fun fitness to almost everyone. Chris Heuisler of the Knob Creek Jogging Club talks about how a simple word shift transformed the lives of hundreds of bartenders.

In this fun and inspiring episode, we explore:

Why the word “jogging” made all the difference in getting non-runners to get onboard
How runners’ serious attitudes to the sport can actually be limiting
How being more inclusive can increase enjoyment and longevity

And Chris also gets Coach Claire to open up a little bit about her running story and how she finds joy as a coach. You don’t want to miss this one!

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This week’s show brought to you by: Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers.

Supplementing with magnesium before you go to bed has been shown in scientific studies to...

Increase in muscle oxygenation during high intensity exercise
Reduce inflammation
Significantly improve sleep quality
Improve aerobic exercise capacity when training.

When you’re looking for a magnesium supplement, make sure you take one that is organic and has all 7 unique forms of magnesium.

My recommendation is Magnesium Breakthrough from Bioptimizers because it’s made with the highest quality, organic magnesium and contains all 7 critical forms. Most other magnesium supplements are synthetic and only contain one or two forms of magnesium, which is simply not enough.

For an exclusive offer go to magbreakthrough.com/runtothetop and use code run10 to save 10% when you try Magnesium Breakthrough. Plus, they offer a full refund up to one year after your purchase, no questions asked.

MetPro

This podcast is brought to you by MetPro, world-renowned concierge nutrition, fitness & lifestyle coaching company.

Using Metabolic Profiling, MetPro team of experts analyzes your metabolism and provides an individualized approach to obtaining your goals.

MetPro analyzes your individual metabolism to get a baseline to see exactly how your body is responding against a very specific set of variables. This means no cookie-cutter diets or formulas.

Run to the Top listeners receive a complimentary Metabolic Profiling assessment and a 30-minute consultation with a MetPro expert. To claim this offer head to metpro.co/rttt

Get Stronger, Faster, and Look Amazing As You Age: Dr Stacy Sims

Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

05/25/22 • 58 min

Getting older doesn’t mean getting slower, as long as you make critical changes to your training and how you fuel.

Dr Stacy Sims, the revolutionary exercise and nutrition scientist who wrote Roar unlocks what female athletes need to do before, during and after menopause to thrive. Her newest book, Next Level, smashes the stereotypes of female aging and menopause and outlines exactly what female athletes need to get faster and stronger (and look amazing!).

You’ll learn:

what is happening in our bodies starting in our mid-forties that prevents us from responding to training like younger athletes
wow to shift your training to create the metabolic and training responses we want, and
what to do besides running to boost power, strength, and performance

This is a can’t-miss episode for all female athletes that the men can learn from too!

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