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Richard Runs Trails

83 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings

My channel focuses on running, weightlifting, and bodyweight exercises. I review and test shoes and other items used by endurance athletes. Thank you for checking out my channel.

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Episode 78: Blister Prevention For Runners (Hot Spots)

December 14, 2023 19:42 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Discussion about preventing blisters or hot spots during running or other endurance sports. I talk about shoes, socks, lubes, and treatment if blisters do surface during a race. Blisters are most often caused by skin being damaged by friction or heat. Certain medical conditions also cause blisters to appear. The damaged upper layer of skin (epidermis) tears away from the layers beneath and fluid (serum) collects in the space to create a blister. Amazon links for products mentioned: Pnrskte...

Episode 77: Toenail Fungus Treatment For Runners And Other Athletes

December 12, 2023 19:25 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MB

Toenail Fungus Treatment For Runners Tips on treating toenail fungus (onchomycosis). This video is great for all types of endurance athletes such as triathletes, ultra runners, distance runners, marathoners, and cyclists. A fungal nail infection is a common condition that can leave you with brittle, discolored nails, which is usually on your toes. It is very common for trail runners. Toe nail fungus is a lot like athlete’s foot. But instead of affecting the skin on the bottom of your feet...

Episode 76: Hydragun HeatPulse Back & Core Massager Review

December 10, 2023 19:22 - 6 minutes - 5.55 MB

Heat and vibration therapy for fast, targeted back pain relief after exercise or hard work. This product provides easy back pain relief with the HeatPulse Back & Core Massager. It features powerful pulse vibration therapy and the hottest temperatures on the market, and is powered by HeatLast™ technology for up to 3.5 hours’ use on a single charge. You can select from three temperature settings for both the core and back, and three optimized vibration modes, with a user-friendly design that...

Episode 75: 2023 Texas Endurance 48 HR Race Recap

December 08, 2023 19:12 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Texas Endurance 48 HR Race Recap which gives details on my challenges and strategy for winning the men's race in Fort Worth, Texas. About this race courtesy Wrath Racing website: "The 48-hour and 24-Hour at the Texas Endurance Runs are definitely not for the faint of heart, that's for sure! Runners need to be heat acclimated to make headway during the day, and need to have a good race plan to maximize the cooler nights. But in some ways the crazy heat is kind of the point - the runners form...

Trail Runner's SEO Hack: Boost Your Views with These Tips!

December 07, 2023 13:24 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB

Recovering and Getting Back on Track: My Injury, Top Running Experts, and Key Tips for YouTube Growth After a tough hamstring surgery, I'm now 10 days into the long recovery road ahead. Join me and leading fitness YouTuber Kofuzi, elite runner and podcaster Tommie Runz, plus special guests from Gazelle Sports as we breakdown my comeback, essential injury advice, and actionable tips on ramping up your YouTube presence. From leveraging Instagram reels to nail down engaging content and video...

Episode 73: Hamstring Recovery Series-Surgery Day

December 04, 2023 17:12 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

Third video in my series documenting my recovery process for my hamstring injury. I discuss my surgery day and one week post surgery. Note: Original video on Youtube: Richard Runs Trails

Episode 72: Hamstring Recovery Series-MRI Results

November 30, 2023 22:48 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Second video in my series documenting my recovery process for my hamstring injury. I discuss the results from my MRI and next steps. Note: Original video on Youtube: Richard Runs Trails

Episode 71: Pinhoti 100 | Health Update| The Running Event

November 30, 2023 20:16 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

Race recap on the Pinhoti 100 miler which takes place in Sylacauga, Alabama. Note: Original video on Youtube: Richard Runs Trails It is a trail race from Heflin to Sylacauga through the beautiful Talladega National Forest. I provide a update on my running and cross-training plans for the rest of the year and Spring 2024 which includes the Bandera 100K. The Running Event is the largest shoe trade show in the USA. I update my plans for the show which is three days at the end of November.

Episode 70: Arkansas Traveller Race Report (2023)

November 30, 2023 17:14 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

My race report for the 2023 Arkansas Traveller 100 miler which took place on Oct 7 & 8, 2023 near Perryville, Arkansas. Original video on Youtube : Richard Runs Trails This was my third time running this race. I give some advice and strategy then some details about the aidstations and location of my drop bags. The closest city with hotels is Morrilton, Arkansas. I give some advice on the hotels in town. From the AT 100 website: The Arkansas Traveller is one of the oldest 100 miles race...

Episode 69: Bouncing Back From Cruel Jewel 100 Miler

June 04, 2023 22:45 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Bouncing back from Cruel Jewel 100 is a race report discussion and key learnings from the race. The original video is on Youtube. My Youtube channel is Richard Runs Trails. Thanks for watching!

Episode 68: Hoka SpeedGoat 5 Annual Report

March 10, 2023 16:18 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MB

I review one year of using the SpeedGoat 5. I currently have 4 pairs. The original video of this review is on my Youtube channel: Richard Runs Trails. 

Episode 67: Cruel Jewel 100 Training Block

March 03, 2023 15:47 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

Please join me to learn about my new training block for Cruel Jewel 100 which takes place on May 19 in North Georgia. The original video is on my Youtube channel: Richard Runs Trails

Episode 66: February 100 Milers Review

March 02, 2023 15:17 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Please join me to hear about my two 100 milers in February 2023. The original video is on my youtube channel: Richard Runs Trails. Have a great day! 

Episode 65: Liver King Crash: My opinion from the middle of the pack.

December 06, 2022 14:03 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

I talk about the recent crash of fitness star The Liver King and the impact on me and the fitness industry. The original video is on my Youtube Channel. Youtube link: https://youtu.be/PQ257uf_vI4

Episode 64: Dinosaur Valley Endurance Run 100 Miler

December 05, 2022 16:56 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Race recap on Dinosaur Valley Endurance Run 100 Miler which took place in Glenrose, Texas. I talk about my race and my new Garmin E66i. This audio is taken from my youtube video on the race.  Youtube link: https://youtu.be/4dE8Ng4621k

Episode 63: The Mind Of A Ultrarunner

December 01, 2022 15:18 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Great discussion about ultra running and the mindset regarding planning and executing the adventure. The video version is on my Youtube channel: Richard Runs Trails 

Episode 62: Night Moves Trail Marathon

September 28, 2022 21:47 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

Please join me for a race recap for Night Moves Trail Marathon in San Felipe, Texas. The original recording with video is on my Youtube channel: Richard Runs Trails. I included footage of 1 lap in my Youtube video. Thanks for listening. 

Episode 61: September Update + New Product Discussion

September 12, 2022 15:20 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Lets chat about September and some new products that I have got in recently.   Products include:  Salomon Advanced Skin 12 Hydration Vest,  Kinis minimalist shoes,  Jacfit Boxing Sensor, and  RipRight Rip Sticks  

Episode 60: Habanero 100 Preview Special

August 18, 2022 21:17 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

I go over the course and give some tips to prevent a DNF. This is the audio of my youtube video. The video can be viewed on the Youtube channel: Richard Runs Trails. 

Episode 59: Mihai Go Running

May 22, 2022 15:42 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Please join me for my interview with Mihai from the Mihai Go Running Youtube channel. Mihai lives and trains in Romania. He is an accomplished ultra runner and triathlete. The video version of this interview can be watched on my youtube channel : Richard Runs Trails 

Episode 58: Interview: Running With Jane

May 11, 2022 17:45 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

Please join me for an interview with Jane from the Running With Jane Youtube channel. She is an accomplished marathon runner and coach based in Colorado. The video interview can be watched on my Youtube channel :Richard Runs Trails. 

Episode 57: Interview: DevRunner Youtube Channel

April 29, 2022 18:41 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MB

Please join me for my interview with Paul. He is a very accomplished runner in distances from 5K to Marathon. The video interview can be also viewed on my Youtube channel :Richard Runs Trails

Episode 56: Christmas Special 2021

December 26, 2021 15:28 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

Please join me to listen to my episode which is a replay from my Youtube channel on 12/25. I discuss the days events, New Year resolutions, and many current events in running happening during December 2021.

Episode 55: Tejas Trails & Trail Racing Over Texas 2022 Race Schedules

December 18, 2021 17:36 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

Please join me for a fun conversation about the Texas race schedules for next year. I combine the schedules and discuss them month by month. This is a replay of my Youtube live stream on 12/18/2021. 

Episode 54: Thursday Night Trail Talk with Jay from The Old Ultra Runner Channel

December 17, 2021 20:10 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

Please join us for a fun discussion about tips for new trail runners. Jay introduces his channel and running background. 

Episode 54: Tuesday Night Trail Talk 12/14/2021

December 15, 2021 13:36 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MB

Please join me to hear my Youtube live stream on 12/14/2021. I talk mainly about the content in the recent Ultrarunning Magazine. 

Episode 53: Monday Trail Talk 12/14/2021

December 14, 2021 20:27 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MB

This is the audio from my Monday Trail Talk livestream.  I speak about racing, Garmin Fenix issues, and other fun items related to trail running. The live stream video is on my Youtube Channel.

Episode 52: Brazos Bend Celebration

December 14, 2021 20:24 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

This is the audio from my live stream about the Brazos Bend Celebration. I ran and completed Brazos Bend 100 on Dec 4-5, 2021.  The live stream video is on my Youtube Channel.

Episode 51: The Running Show

December 14, 2021 20:20 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

This is the audio from my live stream about The Running Show. I visited the show on November 30. The live stream video is on my Youtube Channel. 

Episode 50: Brazos Bend Training Update

November 27, 2021 18:54 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Let’s catch up on training for Brazos Bend 100. It is next weekend.

Episode 49: Entered Western States Lottery

November 03, 2021 23:51 - 5 minutes - 5.15 MB

Some race schedule updates and my training efforts during last week.

Episode 48: Training update and preparation for Brazos Bend 100, Bandera 100k, and Run Lovit 100

October 23, 2021 16:48 - 24 minutes - 23 MB

I give a update on my training and racing the last two months. Talk about my upcoming races.

Episode 47: Jay Teinert racing the Texas Endurance 48hr race

August 07, 2021 03:30 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MB

I contact Jay Teinert during the Texas Endurance 48hr race in Saginaw, Texas. We talk about the race, his running history, and his YouTube channel called “The Old Ultra Runner”.

Episode 46: Habanero 100 Mile Preparation & YouTube Experience

July 25, 2021 22:23 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

Please join me to learn about my Habanero 100 mile race prep and my two months experience as a Youtuber. YouTube channel: Mile 62 Running Channel

Episode 45: Tragedy at Yellow River Stone Forrest 100K

May 25, 2021 00:01 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Discuss the details of the tragedy at Yellow River Stone Forrest 100k in the Gansu province of China.

Episode 44: Spider Mountain

May 21, 2021 20:38 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Race recap of Spider Mountain trail race and reflect on my 1 month experience as a youtuber.

Episode 43: Interview with Garrett Murgatroyd

May 08, 2021 03:14 - 54 minutes - 50 MB

Garret joins me to discuss trail running in Oregon and his recent success at Blood, Sweat and Beers 50k. He is a fast runner with plans for a 100 miler in the near future.

Episode 42: Hells Hills 50k

April 30, 2021 00:10 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Hells Hills race recap, my YouTube channel launch, and fear management in night runs.

Episode 41: Ultra running in Australia with Jarmal Richard.

March 29, 2021 03:09 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MB

Great interview with Jarmal Richard. We discuss ultra running in Australia, and his new film “Run the Otways” which will be released in mid April.

Episode 40: Hoka Mach 4 vs. Clifton 7

March 27, 2021 20:50 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Review two great Hoka road shoes, review key shoe terminology, and talk about Barkley snub to Ultra youtuber.

Episode 39: J&J Trail Race

March 21, 2021 17:07 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Discuss J&J, Goggins 4/4/48, science of butt crack chafing, and new gym additions.

Episode 38: Rocky Raccoon 100 Grind

February 12, 2021 20:35 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Race recap of Rocky Raccoon 100 and update on my fitness and future race plans.

Episode 37: Bandera 100K & Hoka Project Carbon X2 Event

January 24, 2021 02:11 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Reflecting on my experience at this month’s Bandera 100K and being a fan of Hoka Project Carbon X2 event.

Episode 36: 2021 Texas Trail Racing Schedule

January 08, 2021 18:17 - 37 minutes - 35 MB

I review the 2021 Texas schedule by merging Tejas Trails and Trail Racing Over Texas schedules so that it is easy to plan your year of racing.

Episode 35: Sweeping at Mosiac Trail Run

December 16, 2020 22:32 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Update on my fitness, visit to Podiatrist, and listen to me sweep the trails at Mosiac Trail run to find my sister and nephew running 13.1 miles

Episode 34: Jalapeño 100

November 20, 2020 16:51 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Race recap of Jalapeño 100 miler in Cat Springs, Texas

Episode 33: Cactus Rose

October 29, 2020 19:38 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Race recap of Cactus Rose trail race in Bandera,Texas.

Episode 32: Brazos Bend 100 becomes a Western States 100 qualifier in 2020

August 30, 2020 02:46 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

Discuss Brazos Bend 100 update, new race “The Trailway”, and how to use the Pulse Oximeter function on Garmin watches.

Episode 31: Sport of Rucking

August 16, 2020 19:59 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Introduction to the sport of rucking, and explain the different gps satellite settings on a Garmin watch.

Episode 30: Hoka Clifton 7 Technical Review

August 15, 2020 21:39 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Compare Hoka Clifton 7 vs 6 , Introduce the history of Hoka One One , and discuss the new Cactus Rose 150 miler in Bandera, Texas.