The Art and Science of Running

In episode 6 of the Art and Science or Running, Coaches Malc Kent and Jacob Puzey discuss the pros and cons of training and racing by heart rate. Malc explains the two fundamental ways to measure heart rate: The classical mode – with a chest strap has two key parts or electrodes on the back of the device to pick up an electrical signal of the heart pumping. In theory, it’s a very simple algorithm of how many peaks were [...]

The post Episode 6: Heart Rate Training and Racing, Training Zones, Geoffrey Kamworor & RunScribe, Coaching and Racing at same event, etc. appeared first on The Art and Science of Running Podcast.

In this episode of the Art and Science of Running podcast, we speak with Sara Hall @sarahall3 shortly after she set a new Half Marathon world record on the treadmill and just before she came from behind to finish second at the London Marathon.

Sara has been one of the top American distance runners for decades. However, rather than review a lifetime of accolades and accomplishments, we dive into what makes Sara tick. Jacob @jacobpuzey and Sara talk about her motivations, her family, and her goals as a runner, global citizen, mother and a partner.

Additionally, we discuss the pros and cons of having her partner (American Record holder, Ryan Hall) as her coach and the strains and gains that can place on the relationship or the training dynamic. How did Sara and Ryan decided to adopt and raise three children in the prime of their athletic careers? How they have learned to juggle the various responsibilities of parenthood and professional running?

We discuss all of this and more in the latest episode of the Art and Science of Running Podcast.

For more information about the work that Sara and Ryan are doing through the Hall Steps Foundation, please visit https://charity.gofundme.com/stepsfoundation

We really enjoyed learning from Sara and are confident that you’ll also learn from the insights that she shares.

This episode is sponsored by Inside Tracker.

InsideTracker is the ultra-personalized nutrition and wellness platform that analyzes data from your blood, DNA, and lifestyle to help you optimize your body and reach your goals.

InsideTracker’s patented system will transform your body’s data into knowledge, insights, and a customized action plan of science-backed recommendations.

Are you ready to take control of your health and wellness journey? Unlock the power of your potential
with InsideTracker.

Go to info.insidetracker.com/earlyaccess to be the first to hear about InsideTracker’s BEST DEAL of the year.

Like you, our lives have been impacted by the uncertainty in the world. While we appreciate some of the lessons that we have learned by slowing the pace of life down a bit, we also recognize the value of routine and consistency. We believe in setting goals and working toward them.

Given that so many in-person races have already been cancelled or postponed in 2021, we’ve created a virtual race series for the athletes we coach at Peak Run Performance to put some dates and distances on their calendars to work and train towards throughout the year.

The collective momentum of a community working toward a common goal can be empowering and motivating. It can also provide a greater sense of accountability.

This race series was designed for the athletes we currently coach at Peak Run Performance @teampeakrun, but figure that we might as well invite others to join in on the fun.

If you are looking for a bit more certainty in these uncertain times, please visit www.peakrunperformance.com and sign up for the newslette...

Have you ever wondered what a physical therapist thinks about all of the hype around certain footwear trends? We have, so we sat down with Dr. Zac Marion DPT about his unique perspective on the topic. What makes Zac’s perspective unique is that prior to going back to graduate school to complete his doctorate in physical therapy, Zac was the product line manager for one of the shoe companies responsible for the paradigm shift in the running shoe industry – Altra Running. In [...]

The post Episode 5: Injury Prevention, Treadmill Training, and Footwear Design with Dr. Zac Marion DPT appeared first on The Art and Science of Running Podcast.

In this episode of the Art and Science of Running podcast, we speak with author and ultra runner, Katie Arnold @katiearnold, about love, loss, parenting, and the roles of movement and stillness in the creative process.

Katie is the author of Running Home: A Memoir as well as an editor and columnist for Outside Magazine where she writes the popular parenting column, Raising Rippers. In addition to writing, Katie is an accomplished trail and ultra runner. Katie has won the iconic Leadville 100 as well as the multi-day TransRockies Run. Katie does all of this while being a partner, mother, and writing retreat leader.

Jacob Puzey @jacobpuzey met Katie at the TransRockies Run and reached out after reading her book, Running Home: A Memoir. At the time of the interview, Jacob felt like they were able to connect about many of the themes of her book, but it wasn’t until the recent ordeal with his brother, Tommy @tommy_rivs, that he more fully appreciated the toll that it takes on someone when a person that they love is suffering from a distance.

While reviewing this interview, Jacob gained an even greater appreciation for Katie and her experience and her willingness to share it so openly and articulately with the world. Please enjoy this episode and then be sure to read or reread her book, Running Home: A Memoir. Add it to your library this holiday season. You won’t regret it.

If possible, purchase the book from a local book store. If not, find it on Amazon through the links below:

Paperback: Running Home: A Memoir

Kindle: Running Home: A Memoir

Audiobook: Running Home: A Memoir

In addition to he...

The post Episode 23: Locked down in Catalunya with Gerard (Blacky) Morales & Manu Vilaseca, Moving Group Training Online, Indoor Training, Yoga, Staying Motivated Amidst Uncertainty, etc. appeared first on The Art and Science of Running Podcast.