RunBuzz Running Podcast
171 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 196 ratingsA running podcast for runners who want practical training, nutrition, and mindset tips that integrate with your busy lifestyle.
The RunBuzz running podcast features expert advice from experienced coaches, fitness experts, trainers, athletes, mindset coaches, physical therapists, nutritionists as well as everyday, recreational runners.
Host Steve Carmichael is a NASM certified personal trainer, USA Track and Field / RRCA certified running coach, health and wellness coach, former running club director, and speaker with over 11 years of coaching experience. He owns Run For Performance, a sports performance company in Central Ohio who helps athletes develop strength, speed, agility, quickness and endurance.
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Episodes
RB117: 5 Steps To Take Right Now To Stop Your Running Injury From Getting Worse
April 08, 2019 06:00 - 42 minutes - 65.1 MBIn this episode, I share 5 steps you should take right now to stop running injuries from getting worse. Plus, I share two bonus tips if your injury is related to Achilles pain or Plantar Fasciitis. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB116: Amanda Cooke - From 100lb Weight Loss To 3 Hour Marathoner
March 25, 2019 06:00 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MBIn this episode we talk to Amanda Cooke. In just 9 months, Amanda lost 100 pounds and ran her first half and full marathon. She is now a low-3 hour marathoner and is hoping to break a sub 3 marathon and qualify for the Olympic trials. She shares her running tips and we talk about her running journey.
RB115: Overcoming Tough Mental And Physical Challenges With Scott and Rhys Jenkins
March 12, 2019 02:37 - 57 minutes - 82.4 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz Running podcast we speak with super endurance athletes, Scott and Rhys Jenkins. They are two brothers from the UK who run ultra endurance races and ultra marathons to test their limits while at the same time raise money for charities like Operation Smile and CF Warriors. In this episode, Scott and Rhys share their latest endurance challenges including Rhys's latest entry into the 2019 Badwater 135. All this and more coming up on today's show. For more infor...
RB114: Ryan Hall - Olympic Athlete And Pro Runner On Mindset and Running Goals
February 25, 2019 09:00 - 35 minutes - 49.7 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we speak with two time Olympic athlete and former professional runner, Ryan Hall. We discuss mindset, goal setting and how to run from the heart rather than performance and how that usually leads to better results. We discuss Ryan's upcoming book, Run The Mile You're In: Finding God in Every Step, and why this book is the advice he would give his 13 year old self if he had the chance. We also discuss his involvement in eliminating poverty in the worl...
RB113: 5 Tips To Help You Bust Through A Running Plateau
February 11, 2019 09:00 - 18 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz running podcast, we share 5 tips that will help you bust past a running plateau and get you back on track.
RB112: 4 Considerations To Make When Planning Out Your Next Year Of Running
January 28, 2019 08:00 - 40 minutes - 59.9 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast we discuss four considerations to make when planning out your next year of running. From goal setting to identifying races and training cycles, we have you covered. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB111: Gross Conversations And Experiences That Only Runners Will Understand
January 14, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 67.5 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz running podcast, we discuss gross topics that runners experience or are acceptable to talk about amongst other runners. We share some of our most disgusting and scary moments such as poop, porta potties, snot rockets and a wide range of other nasty things we have experienced. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB110: Jessica Johnson - RunBuzz Running Community Member Spotlight
December 31, 2018 07:00 - 27 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we speak with RunBuzz Running community member, Jessica Johnson. Jessica shares her running journey and running tips with us and describes how she went from a middle school/high school track athlete to distance runner as an adult. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB109: Stay Safe! Essential Safety Tips For Runners
December 17, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz Running podcast, I share several tips to help you stay safe on your next run. From safety tips to products designed with runner safety in mind. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB108: Erin Keller - RunBuzz Community Member Spotlight
December 03, 2018 07:00 - 55 minutes - 78.4 MBIn this episode, we speak with RunBuzz community member, Erin Keller. Erin shares her running journey and favorite running tips along with a motivating can-do attitude. All this and more, coming up on today's show.
RB107: How Physical Therapy Can Help Common Running Injuries With Dr. Shari Miller
November 18, 2018 22:07 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Shari Miller who is a physical therapist and board certified orthopedic clinical specialist. We discuss the root causes of running injuries and why rest may not be your best treatment option. We discuss when to seek the help of a PT vs. self treat why running shoes don't prevent injuries as much as we thought and finally, how physical therapy can help you get over your running injury faster. Show notes and additional resources at: https://www.runbuzz.com/107
RB106: The Impact Of Aging On Our Running (And What To Do About It)
November 12, 2018 07:00 - 26 minutes - 41.6 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we look at the impact of aging on our running performance. From what you can expect, to steps you can take to push back the aging barrier. While there is no fountain of youth, we CAN delay the impacts of aging and keep running faster, and injury free. All this and more coming up on today's episode.
RB105: Frequently Asked Questions About The Long Run
November 05, 2018 07:00 - 17 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this episode, we talk about the long run and answer some frequently asked listener questions such as why we do not need to train up to our full race distance, why we need to run the long run at a slow and easy pace, and what happens if we run the long run too hard. We discuss the physiological changes that occur when we train and how that enables us to run faster on race day.
RB104: How Craig Taylor Lost 129lbs And Ran His First Half Marathon
October 29, 2018 07:00 - 37 minutes - 53.9 MBIn this episode, we chat with RunBuzz community member Craig Taylor about his running journey that included losing 129lbs and completing his first half marathon.
RB103: Don't Ignore The Off Season - How To Make Big Improvements On Your Next Race
October 22, 2018 03:15 - 18 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we look at the offseason. You may have just finished your Fall races (or any season really) and now you have some time to kick back and relax. And you should. But then what? In this episode we discuss ways to make your offseason as productive as possible so you can head into your next race season set up for success.
RB102: Overcome Life's Challenges Through Health and Fitness With Shelley Leone
October 15, 2018 03:00 - 32 minutes - 48.5 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, I sit down with Shelley Leone. Like many of us, Shelley has had to overcome very personal setbacks and struggles in her life. In this episode we look at Shelley's journey and how Shelley used running, fitness and nutrition as tools to help her get her life back under control and live the life she was meant to live.
RB102: Overcome Life's Challenges Through Health and Fitness With Shelley Leone
October 15, 2018 03:00 - 32 minutes - 48.5 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, I sit down with Shelley Leone. Like many of us, Shelley has had to overcome very personal setbacks and struggles in her life. In this episode we look at Shelley's journey and how Shelley used running, fitness and nutrition as tools to help her get her life back under control and live the life she was meant to live.
RB101: RunBuzz Community Member Spotlight With Paul Devillo
October 08, 2018 02:57 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz running podcast, Stephanie and I talk to Paul Devillo, a member of our RunBuzz running Facebook community. Paul shares his running journey and running tips he learned as he went from cubicle potato to marathon runner. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB100: The 100th Episode Celebration: The Journey So Far
September 30, 2018 20:41 - 34 minutes - 72.9 MBIn this special 100th episode of the RunBuzz podcast, I look back at my running journey and how I got into running, coaching, and launching a running podcast. I share the things I have learned over the past four years and translate my podcast and coaching experience into tips that you can incorporate into your fitness journey. So it is one part celebration, and one part health and wellness tips.
RB99: The Effects Of Caffeine On Your Running Performance
September 24, 2018 08:00 - 21 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode, we explore caffeine and its impact on running performance. We look at the latest research and explore the advantages and disadvantages caffeine can have on your running. Should you take gels and other fuels containing caffeine? What can you expect in terms of running improvement? All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB98: RunBuzz Community Member Spotlight With Hildee Weiss
September 17, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 55.1 MBIn this episode we talk to RunBuzz community member Hildee Weiss. We talk about her journey as a new runner and how she has progressed as a runner from her highs to her lows to having her share her running tips.
RB97: Running Disney Races And Disney Travel Tips With Ashley And Ryan Garcia
September 10, 2018 06:00 - 53 minutes - 68.3 MBIn this episode I chat with Ashley and Ryan Garcia, two Disney runners who share a wealth of Disney race and travel tips. We talk about the Disney race experience and what you can expect when you run a Disney race in terms of logistics and race day events. All this and more on today's podcast episode. For complete show notes, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/97
RB96: The Basics Of Endurance Fueling - How To Use Gels, Wafers And Sport Beans
September 03, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, we discuss the basics of endurance fueling, specifically with gels, wafers, and sport beans. We explore why fueling is necessary for runs over 60-90 minutes, what happens if you don't fuel properly, and we share tips on how to pick the right fuel, how to use it, and how to avoid stomach distress. All this and more coming up in this episode. For complete show notes, including links to recommended gels, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/96.
RB95: Heat Training And Acclimation - How To Run In The Heat
August 27, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes - 47.4 MBIn this episode, we discuss heat training and acclimation. We show you how to adjust to the heat so you can continue to run and perform well. For complete show notes, please visit: https://www.runbuzz.com/95
RB95: Heat Training And Acclimation - How To Run In The Heat
August 27, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutes - 47.4 MBIn this episode, we discuss heat training and acclimation. We show you how to adjust to the heat so you can continue to run and perform well. For complete show notes, please visit: https://www.runbuzz.com/95
RB94: Yoga For Runners With Jen Van Hoose
August 20, 2018 07:00 - 49 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast we discuss yoga for runners. We look at the various types of yoga, the numerous benefits of yoga and how to get started with yoga. We bring on our special guest, Jen Van Hoose, who is a fitness trainer and yoga instructor here in the Central Ohio area to discuss the topic in great detail.
RB93: Lisa Bevan - Her Amazing Fitness Journey From 210lbs To Half Fanatic PLUS The Benefits Of Virtual Races
August 13, 2018 07:00 - 40 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode of the RunBuzz podcast, I introduce you to my special guest, Lisa Bevan. Lisa is a personal friend, PaceBuilders client, and the newest member of the RunBuzz team. Lisa and I discuss her weight loss and fitness transformation journey, her strength training, and how she went from 210 lbs and out of shape to running numerous half marathons, 10ks, 5ks, and even virtual races. We discuss her ups and downs and her current battle with Hemochromatosis, an iron disorder that causes...
RB92: How To Add Strength Training Without Wrecking Your Legs And Your Running
August 06, 2018 07:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MBStrength training is an incredible tool to help you become a stronger, faster, and injury resistant runner. But when not done properly, strength training can also wreck your legs and impact your running workouts or races. In this episode we take you inside our thoughts on the matter and share our tips to help you integrate strength training into your running program. We'll show you why it is important, and how to add it to your program in a way it doesn't overwhelm your body. For complet...
RB91: How To Minimize Post Run Soreness
July 30, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBIf you get sore after your runs, then this episode is for you. We discuss how to reduce or eliminate post-run soreness using a variety of techniques. We look into things like stretching, nutritional supplements, ice baths, foam rolling, massage and more. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB90: How To Get Back To Running After Time Off (Plus, What Happens When I Miss Runs)
July 23, 2018 07:00 - 26 minutes - 37.3 MBIf you have ever had to take time off from running, getting back into the running groove again can be hard. Sometimes really hard. In this episode, Coach Stephanie and I share some of our own personal experiences coming back from running hiatuses. We share our tips to get you back to running after time off, plus we explore what happens to your body during those first 30 days you do stop running. All this and more coming up on today's show. For complete show notes, please visit https://www.ru...
RB89: How To Overcome Pre-Race Jitters And Anxiety
July 16, 2018 08:00 - 26 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode, I talk about pre-race jitters and anxiety. I then share several techniques that you can use to help reduce nervousness before your next race.
RB88: Running Cadence And Stride Rate Explained (And Tips To Improve)
July 09, 2018 03:00 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode we explore running cadence and how it impacts your running. Specifically, we will look at what is running cadence and dig into why you should care. We will share some tips on how to calculate your running cadence and how to increase it if needed. Plus we share some popular running apps that will help you analyze your running form. All this and more, coming up on today's podcast.
RB87: How To Radically Simplify Your Approach To Healthy Living With Jaclyn Ricchio
July 02, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes - 61.2 MBDo you want to eat better, run better, live better and not be bogged down by restrictive diets or hardcore ways of eating? If so, join me today as I welcome Jaclyn Ricchio to the show. Jaclyn is a running coach, healthy lifestyle coach, blogger and host of the "You Are A Real Runner" podcast. In today's episode, Jaclyn and I discuss how most of us overcomplicate weight loss and our attempts at healthy eating. By simplifying how we approach food, our relationship with food, and by applyin...
RB86: Too Busy To Run? Top Tips To Overcome A Busy Lifestyle And Find Time To Run
June 24, 2018 22:57 - 32 minutes - 58.7 MBWe all have the same amount of time each week - 168 hours. Yet, for many of us, we struggle to find time to run, eat properly, find time for self care, whatever it is for us. We are busy with work, raising families, kids activities, or hanging out with friends. In other words, we have things to do. In this episode, I share why we feel tapped out when it comes to our time and what to do about it so that you can fit healthy activities like running into your busy life. All this and more comin...
RB85: How To Stay Hydrated When You Run (And Avoid The Porta Potty Line)
June 17, 2018 15:32 - 26 minutes - 47.8 MBIn this episode, I share how to stay properly hydrated during your runs and races and how to calculate how much you should drink to avoid the porta potty lines. We cover how to calculate sweat and fluid loss, your absorption rate and the importance of electrolytes, specifically sodium and potassium. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB84: How To Prepare For Your First 5k (Top Tips For New Runners)
June 10, 2018 22:12 - 46 minutes - 63 MBIn this episode, Coach Stephanie and I share our top tips to help you prepare for your first 5k. We talk about the gear, training plans, developing a runners mindset and realistic expectations for your running and race day. All this and more coming up on today's podcast.
RB83: The VO2 Max Testing Experience - Coach Stephanie Gets VO2 Tested
June 04, 2018 01:55 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this episode, coach Stephanie shares her experience getting VO2 Max tested. She shares her experience, her test results and what you can expect if you get tested. We also compare the average runner's VO2 to those of elite athletes and how other factors outside of VO2 impact a runner's performance. All this and more coming up on today's show. For complete show notes, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/83.
RB83: The VO2 Max Testing Experience
June 04, 2018 01:55 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this episode, Stephanie shares her experience getting VO2 Max tested. She shares her experience, her test results and what you can expect if you get tested. We also compare the average runner's VO2 to those of elite athletes and how other factors outside of VO2 impact a runner's performance. All this and more coming up on today's show. For complete show notes, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/83.
RB82: Speed Training - 7 Workouts To Help You Run Faster
May 28, 2018 04:05 - 56 minutes - 79.2 MBIn this episode on speed training for runners, we cover 7 types of speed workouts that will help you run faster. We share our experience using these workouts with ourselves and our clients as well as how to integrate speed training into your training program. All this and more, coming up on today's show. For complete show notes and access to resources mentioned on this show, please visit https://www.runbuzz.com/82
RB81: 63 Running Terms Every Runner Should Know
May 21, 2018 04:01 - 47 minutes - 63.6 MBCan you speak the language of runners? Have you ever wondered what V02 Max or Fartleks are? In this episode we walk you through the top running words and phrases that many runner's use when talking to other runners. Oh, and we may have sneaked in a few running tips along the way. Having a basic understanding of running terminology will help you speak confidently to other runners, as well as open your vocabulary up to additional terms and phrases that you may come across in blog posts, pod...
RB80: Understanding The Kinetic Chain And Its Role In Your Running
May 14, 2018 04:01 - 20 minutes - 36.2 MBYou are only as strong as your weakest link. In this episode we talk about the kinetic chain and it's importance on your running when it comes to preventing or addressing injury, as well as your overall running performance. All this and more coming up on today's show.
RB79: How To Run In The Rain - Top Running Tips For Staying Dry And Comfortable On Your Next Run
May 07, 2018 04:01 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MBAs a runner, learning how to run in the rain is important. You don't always have to run outside, for example you can choose to take your run indoors to a treadmill or indoor track, but getting experience in the rain, will help you on days where it decides to run during your race. In fact, getting used to rainy runs under various conditions (cold, wind, heat) can be very useful on race day. In this episode, you will learn how to deal with rainy running conditions directly and several tips o...
RB78: How To Transition From The Treadmill To Outdoor Running
April 30, 2018 01:14 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBOk, runners. The weather is breaking and now is time to take your running outside. But before you hit the running trails, you will want to prepare for outdoor running by transitioning from the treadmill properly. Outdoor running is NOT the same as treadmill running. In this episode, Stephanie and I break down the differences between treadmill running and running outdoors and show you how to transition from treadmill running to outdoor running safely.
RB77: How To Run Better By Avoiding Group-Think And The Herd Mentality
February 04, 2018 21:26 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBIn this episode I talk about the social behavior called the Herd Mentality and how it is one of the most common traps I see when it comes to impeding your progress and performance as a runner. In fact, this trap is so easy to fall into, most of us don't even know we falling into it. And, this behavior is so strong, even if we are aware of it, many of us will do it anyways. This form of self justification and desire to achieve what we want is a common pitfall that ultimately leads to s...
RB77: How To Run Better By Avoiding Group-Think And The Herd Mentality
February 04, 2018 21:26 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBIn this episode I talk about the social behavior called the Herd Mentality and how it is one of the most common traps I see when it comes to impeding your progress and performance as a runner. In fact, this trap is so easy to fall into, most of us don't even know we falling into it. And, this behavior is so strong, even if we are aware of it, many of us will do it anyways. This form of self justification and desire to achieve what we want is a common pitfall that ultimately leads to s...
RB76: Winning The Battle Within Our Mind - Growth vs. Fixed Mindset
November 24, 2017 15:06 - 12 minutes - 22.1 MBYour mind is a force to be reckoned with. When it comes to running , or any part of your life really, it can either make you or break you. Believing in one thing can prevent you from reaching your full potential, while believing in another can push you toward becoming the person you’ve always wanted to be. It’s all a matter of perspective. In this episode, we will talk about the two different types of mindsets that can make a world of difference in our lives. For complete show notes and ...
RB75: Adding Stretching And Flexibility Exercises To Your Running Routine
November 13, 2017 17:51 - 28 minutes - 46.8 MBIn this episode, I dig into the topic of Flexibility and Mobility. Do we do it, don’t do it, what should we be doing? I have covered this topic before in bits and pieces over the years and I have mentioned before that prior to a run, we should focus more on warm up exercises, […] The post RB75: Adding Stretching And Flexibility Exercises To Your Running Routine appeared first on RunBuzz Running - Online Run Coaching And Whole-Body Fitness.
RB74: Peak Performance And Mindset With Nastasya Rose
October 01, 2017 22:56 - 50 minutes - 67.1 MBIn this episode my guest is Nastasya Rose, Founder of ImVure, a holistic health coaching company that focuses on total body health such as mind, body and soul. Nastasya is a certified fitness trainer, board certified health coach and she is a specialist when it comes to peak performance, motivation and mindset. She is currently […] The post RB74: Peak Performance And Mindset With Nastasya Rose appeared first on RunBuzz Running - Online Run Coaching And Whole-Body Fitness.
RB73: 10 Tips For Improving Your 5k Race Times
August 24, 2017 18:50 - 26 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this episode, I share 10 running tips to help you get a faster 5k race time. I recently had a listener submit a question about training to get a faster 5k race time. I responded by email, but then decided that it would make a great topic because it is a question I get frequently. If […] The post RB73: 10 Tips For Improving Your 5k Race Times appeared first on RunBuzz Running - Online Run Coaching And Whole-Body Fitness.
RB72: How To Make Running An Effective Part Of A Weight Loss Program
August 13, 2017 20:28 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis episode is an audio replay of an online clinic I hosted on Running and Weight Loss. In this session, I share: Does running sabotage weight loss or can running be an effective component of a weight loss program? We’ll explore what the science says and compare that to popular beliefs we often hear in online […] The post RB72: How To Make Running An Effective Part Of A Weight Loss Program appeared first on RunBuzz Running - Online Run Coaching And Whole-Body Fitness.