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Chill Track Friday

60 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratings

This podcast is for those who have a passion for running, a drive to excel, and a willingness to push hard to realize their potential. Join us as we speak with fellow recreational runners about their training journeys and how they weave athletics into the fabric of a larger life tapestry.

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The Doctor Is In: A Conversation with Dr. James Kinderknecht, MD

February 18, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Dr. James Kinderknecht, MD is a physician of Primary Sports Medicine at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City. Dr. Kinderknecht has 30 years of experience caring for athletes of all ages and levels. He is a team physician for the New York Giants; the current medical director for the HSS outreach program for high schools participating in the Public School Athletic League in New York City; the medical co-director of the HSS Sports Safety Program and he is the program director...

Special Episode: Ask A Coach

January 21, 2022 05:01 - 52 minutes - 96.7 MB

You asked, we answer. Join us for a special episode in which Ann and Ali answer all of your training questions. We cover topics such as stretching and tapering, the benefits of caffeine, as well as offering a few mental tricks for race day performance. This episode is filled with experience and suggestions, a few gaffes and even some unedited bloopers. We hope you enjoy this special edition show.

Grit and Grace: A Conversation with Megan Foster

January 07, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 118 MB

Artist, teacher, Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier, and now mother, Megan Foster returns to the podcast. A lot has happened since we first interviewed Meg in October 2019 (see Episode 29: "The Artist at Work"): two knee surgeries, one c-section, and a pandemic. Meg has resumed toeing the line, however, getting to that line has not been easy. We talk about it all in this beautiful episode. This is a conversation about grace, resiliency, competition, adapting, and coming to terms with the very...

Craving Community: A Conversation with Stephanie Shiau

December 17, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 119 MB

When Stephanie Shiau moved to South Orange, New Jersey in the autumn of 2019 she left her New York running community behind. Having trained with a group for several years, Stephanie knew the magic and transformation that comes through training with others. Not wanting to miss out on this camaraderie and growth, Stephanie immediately searched for a running community in her new neighborhood. What she found, however was an opportunity to create a running community and, thus, SOMA Fox Running Cl...

”Runnin‘ Down A Dream”: A Conversation with Ana Johnson

December 03, 2021 05:01 - 48 minutes - 88.1 MB

Part of the elite field at the 2021 New York City Marathon, Ana Johnson has been a talented runner from her very first race. At this year’s marathon, which was not only the 50th Anniversary of the New York City Marathon, but also a five-borough celebration of the city itself, Ana ran 2:44:11 - thirty seconds faster than her time on the same course in 2019. Ana moved to New York from Torreon, Mexico at the age of 18 to learn English. She is now an oncology nurse at Memorial Sloane Kettering ...

Greg McMillan: The Art of Coaching

November 19, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Chill Track Friday is back with legendary coach, Greg McMillan, M.S. Greg holds a masters degree in exercise physiology with a research focus on the determining factors of distance running performance. Greg is one of the best running coaches around, using his expertise in exercise science to create scientifically-based training programs that are individualized to runners of all abilities, from new runners all the way to age group and pro runners. Greg is also an accomplished runner. His acc...

Sean Hamilton: "Running Through The Woods, The River Gentle On My Mind"

April 16, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 158 MB

In November 2020 Sean Hamilton went to secluded Dunn Lake, British Columbia looking for something. What that something was he did not know, but he followed the strong pull that was begging him to retreat into nature. Sean remained alone in the woods until the end of December. The lessons gained from his solitude may only ever be fully known to him, but while spending this time by himself, Sean ran mile after mile and produced a beautiful book of poems, or as he refers to it, “a training log ...

Running in Retrospect: A Conversation with Jason Suarez and Duy Nguyen

February 12, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 113 MB

Jason and Duy are professional photographers who became friends through social media. When COVID-19 paralyzed the globe, they decided to collaborate on a project that would memorialize the moment while providing work for their photographer colleagues. Thus "Long Distance" was born. “'Long Distance' is a collection of stories and photographs, told and taken by runners across the world during the pandemic. 176 pages on uncoated recycled paper; featuring 28 cities and 34 stories; perfect bound...

Renegade Running: A Conversation with Victor Diaz

January 29, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 120 MB

Victor Diaz and his business partner, Bolota Asmerom, recognized that something very important was missing from their Oakland, CA, running community: representation for people of color. They founded Renegade Running with the mission of creating a welcoming space that’s responsive to the diverse population it serves. Located among retail stores and artists’ work-spaces, Renegade Running is much more than a place to buy shoes. It is a community hub, a destination, and an ethos. It is a space w...

Faster As a Master: A Conversation with Jen St. Jean

January 15, 2021 05:01 - 1 hour - 129 MB

Jen St. Jean has been running since she was 12 years old. She joined the middle school cross-country team with only three meets left in the season and came in third at that year’s league meet. Jen went on to achieve All-New England status by the end of high school. She subsequently ran track and cross-country at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst where she was Conference Champion in several events.  After college Jen ran for an Olympic Development team during which she ran her PRs of...

Leadership in Service to Others: A Conversation with Coach Chris Forti

December 18, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 149 MB

Chris Forti, also known as “40” is an integral member of the New York City running community. As a Team Coach for the Dashing Whippets Running Team, and in his capacity as a USATF official, Chris helps to enrich the lives of so many people in New York City, and beyond. Chris is a true leader, understanding that teamwork is about inclusivity, both in background and in pace, and that coaches have certain responsibilities to their athletes and teams. Chris discusses in great detail, and with ex...

Massage Therapy for Maintenance: A Conversation with Claudia Chapel, BCMT, ISP

October 10, 2020 01:09 - 1 hour - 136 MB

Massage therapy is a crucial ingredient for reaching peak performance. Runners are good at running. We are disciplined and dedicated. We pound miles and miles on the roads and trails hoping that our body will perform at its best on race day. When our dedicated workout time ends, however, we often rush off to jobs, families, and other responsibilities. In all the hustle and bustle, recovery and injury prevention can slip through the cracks but how can we expect our body to reach peak performa...

Growing Up Alongside Sport: A Conversation with Judy Stobbe

September 25, 2020 05:01 - 57 minutes - 106 MB

Judy Stobbe is a dynamic individual and a world class runner. On the track she is steady, strong, and at the top of her game, regularly producing race times of 90 percentile and above. Judy specializes in the 800m, the 1500m and the mile. In August, Judy was named the USATF Masters Track Athlete of the Month. Off the track, Judy is similarly engaged and successful. She is kind, nurturing, informed, intelligent and funny. Judy knows what she is doing and is generous in sharing her wisdom and ...

Meet Ann Restak, Chill Track Friday co-host.

September 11, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 120 MB

From a shy kid to a courageous risk-taker, Ann Restak’s journey is full of stories that personify the ideals of grit and hard work. Listen to Ann as she unpacks the various stages of her life with an appreciation of the journey and its teachings along the way. Whether it be on the tennis court at the age of 10, as a student of art history, or running the best race of her life, Ann is a competitor at heart. But what’s most amazing is her take on what competition means and how she uses it to ...

Live and Learn: A Conversation with Enzo Amara

August 28, 2020 05:01 - 45 minutes - 82.4 MB

A few hallmark values at Chill Track Friday are: hard work, the pursuit of excellence, enjoying the journey, and using the process of training and racing to learn about the sport, and ourselves. The running career of today’s guest perfectly exemplifies these values. _ Enzo Amara is a recreational runner who began his running journey as a result of observing those of others. Ever since, Enzo chooses a race goal, commits to his project completely, learns as much as he can and then applies th...

The Art of Mentoring: A Conversation with Bobby Asher

August 14, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 113 MB

“Great mentors help others understand why they do what they do, and urge them on. Through the ups and downs of life, motivation can be gained from setting a good example for others. Knowing that people look to me for advice inspires me to explain why it is that I get out the door to run. Some days its simply better than sitting on the couch. Other days it may be to test the limits of my body and spirit.” _ Bobby Asher is a talented coach. He takes pride in coaching everyone - from the novi...

Fanning the Competitive Flames: A Conversation with Mark Williams

July 31, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 125 MB

Mark Williams is one of the nicest people we’ve ever met. He is also one of the fastest. An elite masters track and field middle distance runner, Mark holds many New Jersey state and national titles in the 800m, the 1500m and the mile, both indoors and outdoors. He is the USATF Masters 2019 Middle Distance Athlete of the Year and he is a member of the world record indoor M40-49 4 x 800m team (7:49.90 with 1:55.75 split). Mark loves competition and he loves inspiring others to seek it for the...

The Philosophy of Running: A Conversation with Mike Scher

May 22, 2020 04:26 - 1 hour - 156 MB

We’re honored to share this thoughtful conversation with our friend, who is also one of our very first coaches, Mike Scher. Mike is a post-collegiate runner who specializes in the mile and the 5K and who has since tested the waters of longer distances.   This episode deviates slightly from our usual format - we’re not the only ones asking questions! Join us as we discuss running, life, coaching philosophy, goals, the pros and cons of GPS watches, and THE MARATHON!    Stay home. Stay safe. 

Positively Sixth Street: A Conversation with Stacey Younge

May 01, 2020 05:01 - 54 minutes - 99 MB

Running is a great outlet for a broad spectrum of emotions. It can be the foundation of a beautiful life, helping us learn and grow and heal. Sometimes, however, when things are particularly challenging, we may need more than just the rhythmic and comforting sounds of our own footfall. Sometimes we need to learn skills and insights from a professional who can help us navigate stressful times. These are stressful times requiring us all to reorient and adjust. We at Chill Track Friday want to ...

Virtual Healing: A Conversation with Custom PT

April 17, 2020 05:01 - 47 minutes - 86.5 MB

Thousands of businesses all over the world are trying to navigate the current COVID-19 public health crisis during government-mandated closures of “non-essential” businesses. How do you serve your clients though, when your business is all about physical touch, and manual therapy and manipulation? Custom PT is a leading physical therapy business in the heart of New York City…and the heart of the running world. Always at the forefront of therapeutic technique and innovation, Custom PT has adap...

The Secret's in the Sauce: A Conversation with Lauren Antonucci

April 04, 2020 04:59 - 1 hour - 119 MB

Lauren Antonucci is a nationally recognized nutrition expert and Registered Dietitian who founded her private practice, Nutrition Energy, in 2003. Lauren and her team provide practical, scientifically proven nutrition advice to thousands of clients in the New York City area and beyond. Lauren is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (C.S.S.D.) and a Certified Diabetes Educator (C.D.E.). She has served as Nutrition Consultant to NYRR/ING NYC Marathon for 10 years, the New York City...

Staying Connected While Running Apart

March 20, 2020 05:02 - 44 minutes - 82 MB

We are in the middle of a scary and unprecedented time. Under normal circumstances we would flock to in-person social interactions: a hug, a run, a shared meal, a night out on the town in order to cope with stress and uncertainty. Connection, togetherness, and touch are human instincts. Our training partners and running community are family, and instrumental parts of our support system. What happens though, when coming together means being apart? When protecting our community means we must ...

Dare to Dream: A Conversation with Lindsay Crouse

February 28, 2020 05:01 - 54 minutes - 100 MB

Lindsay Crouse is the Senior Staff Editor and OpDocs Producer at The New York Times. In 2016, two weeks before the U.S. Olympic Team Marathon Trials in Los Angeles, Lindsay asked 'New York Times Sports' to send her to Los Angeles to cover the race. She took a vacation day to do it and credits this trip with helping her to shape a career covering women's sports. Four years later, Lindsay is breaking some of the biggest stories in the industry and helping to change the landscape for women in s...

Women Run The World: A Panel Discussion with Distance Project NYC

February 14, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 121 MB

This episode is the audio from our first ever LIVE recording of the Chill Track Friday podcast on Sunday, February 9 at Custom Performance, with four women from the all-female, New York City based running collective, Distance Project NY. Angela Ortiz, Megan Foster, Lauren Perkins, and Ana Jonson have all qualified for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in the marathon and they sat down with us and Gordon Bakoulis, who is a five-time Olympic Trials qualifier in the marathon, and one time qualifier ...

The Wise Runner: A Conversation with Anthony Peña

January 31, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 135 MB

Anthony Peña is the guy you always hope to find and run with in a race...IF you can keep up with him. Anthony is a calm, steady, decisive, intelligent and wise runner. These qualities make him a superlative coach as well. If you know Anthony then you know he is a wealth of knowledge and also kindness and encouragement. He is always willing to share his experience and tips with anyone who asks. Ever offering a positive take on events and experiences, Anthony nurtures runners in a way that ins...

2019 Holiday Special

December 27, 2019 05:01 - 48 minutes - 88.2 MB

Celebrate! It’s the end of 2019 and the end of an expansive year for our ourselves and for Chill Track Friday. In honor of this amazing year we have a very special episode and we are so excited to share it with you. As our first production year draws to a close, we compiled all the episode Training Tips into one, inspiration-filled episode. We hope you enjoy this gift and that it provides humor, inspiration and a feeling of community. We also hope that the episode inspires you to take a mome...

Featured Athlete Series: Andrea Retzky

December 13, 2019 05:01 - 56 minutes - 103 MB

In her application to be a Featured Athlete during her training for the TCS New York City Marathon on November 3, Andrea posed many of her marathon goals as questions: “Can I still get faster? How much of that is mental and how much is physical? How do I push myself and still stay on the right side of injury? And how do I balance the time demands of training with parenting?” These are questions that so many runners ask. We ask them ourselves, and so we knew we wanted to do whatever we could ...

Featured Athlete Series: Brian Hsia

November 29, 2019 05:01 - 52 minutes - 95.5 MB

Brian is an experienced and skilled runner. He is also a coach and an important mentor to the Chill Track Friday coaches. When Brian applied to be a Featured Athlete we were delighted, yet surprised. We wondered what more we could offer him than what he already has. That’s one of Brian’s defining characteristics, though: he maintains a beginner’s mindset and is willing to learn from whomever he can. This quality defines the spirit of Chill Track Friday and the goals of our Featured Athlete s...

Featured Athlete Series: Melissa O'Brien

November 15, 2019 05:01 - 1 hour - 138 MB

In her application to be a Featured Athlete while training for the BMW Berlin Marathon, Melissa described herself as someone who had been running on-and-off for years. Initially she ran once a week to lose weight; she did not yet understand what “training” was. After running a few races with friends however, Melissa realized that she loved the race atmosphere and wanted more. She was still showing up to these races without preparing for them though, and with a new commitment to running more ...

All Roads Lead to the TCS New York City Marathon: A Conversation with Michael Capiraso

October 25, 2019 19:00 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

The TCS New York City Marathon is nine days away. To celebrate the beginning of race week, Chill Track Friday sat down with Michael Capiraso, President and C.E.O. of New York Road Runners, to discuss all things marathon, and all things Michael. Whether you are running the marathon this year, cheering, have run the race before, or aspire to be among the field in the future, this episode will energize you for the greatest marathon in the world, taking place next Sunday, November 3rd. _ This ep...

From Marathon to Mile: A Conversation with Sid Howard

October 25, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 129 MB

Sid Howard ran his first marathon in 1978 at the age of 39. He ran eight more marathons until finally deciding to forego the distance in order to focus on racing the mile. This decision allowed his talent to truly shine. Over a long career, Sid continued to surpass his own performances. Sid has earned over fifty National masters titles, six U.S. records, five world records, eight world championship medals, and in 2005 he was inducted into the USATF Masters Hall of Fame. Sid holds American in...

The Artist at Work: A Conversation with Megan Foster

October 04, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Megan Foster is smart, talented, funny, and no-nonsense. She is an artist and a runner and in both endeavors embodies the ideals of hard work, perseverance, and committing to long-term goals. Megan patiently does the work required to pursue her passions, all the while trusting the process and remaining focused. Megan is a master printmaker and teaches at the Rhode Island School of Design. She is also a national class runner. Megan is an Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier, she has won New York...

Running from the Heart: A Conversation with Matthew Futterman

September 20, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 159 MB

Matthew Futterman is a captivating storyteller. He’s also a pretty fast runner who has finished 23 marathons. Combine these two talents and you get a man who’s passionate about running and always looking for a good story to tell. Enter Coach Bob Larsen and the Southern California runners whom he molded into national long-distance running champions. After learning about Larsen and his Jamul Toads team, Matthew knew he had found a good story. As he transformed it into a book, however, he bega...

Meet Ali Brohi, Chill Track Friday Co-Host

September 06, 2019 04:01 - 46 minutes - 85.2 MB

Chill Track Friday is about the journey. It is about our personal stories, shared passions, and commitment to goals. Most importantly, Chill Track Friday is about sharing our stories with others. We all have our own journey, but throughout our life we will share our journey with many different people. Sometimes the shared journey lasts a short time, while other times it lasts for many years, perhaps decades, or even a lifetime. This is the magic of the journey: we continue to learn and grow,...

"Born to Run": A Conversation with Christine Burke

August 23, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 125 MB

Christine Burke ran her first marathon alongside her parents when she was a sophomore in college. Running has been a through line in her life ever since. Christine has completed 26 marathons and one Ironman triathlon. Christine has an innate drive to challenge herself in all realms of life. She is a mother, businesswoman, Ironman, and the Burke family running coach. She is a role model and inspiration. Through her work as Senior Vice President of Runner Products and Services at New York Road...

When Talent Meets Drive There Are No Limits: A Conversation with Roberta Groner

August 09, 2019 04:01 - 56 minutes - 77.2 MB

Very few people can keep up with Roberta Groner. This past April, she ran 2:29:06 at the NN Marathon Rotterdam, and in September, she’ll be one of three women on the United States marathon team at the IAAF World Athletics Championships in Doha. Roberta will also be among the elite field at the TCS New York City Marathon on November 3, 2019, and in February of 2020, she’ll toe the line at the Olympic Marathon Trials in Atlanta, GA. - Most of us will never know what it’s like to train and comp...

Focusing on the Beauty in the World. A Conversation with Adrian Brune

July 26, 2019 04:01 - 57 minutes - 79 MB

Adrian Brune is passionate about “The Story.” She has been searching for it from a very young age so it is no surprise that Adrian is a journalist. Adrian is also an athlete. Perhaps, then, it was inevitable that her talents would converge. Adrian is curious, inquisitive, courageous, and resilient, and she exhibits all of these qualities in both her career and in her athletic pursuits. After a tentative dip into long-distance running, Adrian eventually dove headfirst into marathoning, ultima...

A New Beginning with Jon Tascher

July 12, 2019 04:01 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MB

We can start our day over again at any moment. Similarly, we can work towards changing the direction of our life at any moment. For some, change requires only little tweaks. For others though, a complete tearing down and rebuilding is required to save one's life. Fortunately, in 2015 Jon Tascher got the message loud and clear: something had to change, and now! At the outset of his new beginning, Jon hired a personal trainer and so began his incremental journey from 30-second segments of runn...

Part II: Tools of Training with John Honerkamp

June 28, 2019 04:02 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MB

John Honerkamp, Founder and President of Run Kamp, LLC is a rare blend of running talent, creativity, entrepreneurial vision, drive, and resources. The result is that John regularly helps hundreds of thousands of people incorporate running into their daily lives. Recognizing needs within the running community, John draws from his experience, and his ability to see where he can contribute, to collaboratively build systems, programs, and communities. John is a doer. He is innovative, supportiv...

Part I: Tools of Training with John Honerkamp

June 28, 2019 04:01 - 41 minutes - 57.7 MB

John Honerkamp, Founder and President of Run Kamp, LLC is a rare blend of running talent, creativity, entrepreneurial vision, drive, and resources. The result is that John regularly helps hundreds of thousands of people incorporate running into their daily lives. Recognizing needs within the running community, John draws from his experience, and his ability to see where he can contribute, to collaboratively build systems, programs, and communities. John is a doer. He is innovative, supportiv...

Building A Competitive Edge: A Conversation with Luis Porto

June 14, 2019 04:01 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MB

Luis Porto is a dynamic powerhouse. He is humble, dignified, courageous and a sportsman of the highest caliber. He is a tenacious and determined competitor who, through each race and every new goal, continues to build his competitive edge. An aspiring 200m sprinter at the age of 8, Luis eventually found his groove in the mile. Over the course of many years he has patiently tested the limits of his endurance, speed, and strength, finding ever more room to expand. Listen to Luis explain race s...

Passion Always Wins: A Conversation with Barbara Mann

May 31, 2019 04:01 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MB

Dr. Barbara Mann is an inspiration. She is a dedicated mother of twin girls, a doctor at a renowned hospital in New York City, and an athlete at the top of her game: Barbara regularly age places in New York Road Runner races; she is a pace leader at large city races, all the while pursuing her own aggressive running goals. Barbara began running at a young age. She was subsequently dissuaded from her passion, only to naturally return to it as a solace from the stresses of life. Barbara’s stor...

Part II - It’s Good to Dream Big - A Conversation with Ken Rolston & Ernie Rivas

May 17, 2019 04:02 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MB

THE SCENE: The Bronx, 1970s THE STORY: Two champion runners, one with the soul of a miler, the other with gold-medal Olympic marathon dreams. Ken Rolston and Ernie Rivas ran in the same circles but for many years their paths did not cross. Finally they met through a mutual friend who was also the captain of the Lehman College cross country team. Their mutual admiration and competitive natures ignited a friendly rivalry that pushed the other to greater achievements. This is the story of comp...

Part I - It’s Good to Dream Big - A Conversation with Ken Rolston & Ernie Rivas

May 17, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 90.6 MB

THE SCENE: The Bronx, 1970s THE STORY: Two champion runners, one with the soul of a miler, the other with gold-medal Olympic marathon dreams. Ken Rolston and Ernie Rivas ran in the same circles but for many years their paths did not cross. Finally they met through a mutual friend who was also the captain of the Lehman College cross country team. Their mutual admiration and competitive natures ignited a friendly rivalry that pushed the other to greater achievements. This is the story of comp...

"Empowerment Through Running:" A Conversation with Cat Fitzgerald, PT, DPT, CSCS at Custom Performance

May 03, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Athletes are naturally inclined to focus on performance goals. We balance training with recovery in pursuit of the best possible race performance, sometimes coming up against, or even crossing the fine line between peak fitness and over-training. Perhaps a more sustainable approach for long-term success lies in directing additional attention to injury prevention in the name of performance. After all, we cannot perform to our highest ability if we are injured. In this episode we speak with Ca...

'Keep Yourself in Check'. A Conversation with Coach Mitchell Thornton

April 19, 2019 04:01 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MB

What is it like to coach the cross country / track and field program at an NCAA Division 1 college? How does a coach guide multiple high-level athletes, all with different training backgrounds, goals, and notions of what they would like to accomplish? Mitchell Thornton navigates this landscape with authority and pragmatism. Sifting through much experience, and employing the powers of observation and intellect, Mitchell is an insightful coach, mentor and role model for those he instructs. Thi...

'Getting It Done' with George Mendes

April 12, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

George Mendes is a determined and compassionate individual. He is a humble perfectionist who does what it takes to “get it done!” George is not swayed by challenges and, in fact, he rises to meet them with creativity and quick thinking. George is the Chef and owner of Aldea Restaurant in New York City. George puts his heart and his soul into his craft and it is abundantly clear; Aldea has been awarded a Michelin Star every year since 2011! This "all-in" approach is also evident in George’s r...

Trust the Process to Unlock Your Potential. A Conversation with Ben Delaney

April 05, 2019 10:28 - 49 minutes - 68 MB

How does one craft the elements that will allow the greatest chance for success? In this episode Ben Delaney shares his experience answering the questions he asks himself as he continues to pursue his potential in running. For Ben, trusting the process, fixing what doesn’t work, perfecting a running “recipe,” and sharing his experience with others are the factors that have unlocked the door to a new and powerful performance level. Ben’s is an inspiring journey of working hard over many years...

Part II - Putting the "Track" in Chill Track Friday. A Conversation with Stuart Calderwood

March 29, 2019 04:02 - 1 hour - 99.1 MB

In this two-part episode we interview Stuart Calderwood about track racing and about coaching runners. Stuart has coached runners since his freshman year in high school. During his 11 years as a head cross-country coach in California, his Laguna Beach High School boys’ team won the 1989 State Championship and his Orange Coast College men’s team won the 1988 South Conference championship. In 2003 Stuart won the age 45-49 bronze medal at the World Masters Championship marathon. In 2009 he set ...

Part I - Putting the "Track" in Chill Track Friday. A Conversation with Stuart Calderwood

March 29, 2019 04:01 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MB

In this two-part episode we interview Stuart Calderwood about track racing and coaching runners. Stuart has been a coach for over forty years. During his 11 years as a head cross-country coach in California, his Laguna Beach High School boys’ team won the 1989 State Championship and his Orange Coast College men’s team won the 1988 South Conference championship. In 2003 Stuart won the age 45-49 bronze medal at the World Masters Championship marathon. In 2009 he set the American age 50-54 trac...