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Running Inside Out Podcast

119 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

Sometimes we're inside the race and sometimes we're outside, but always around the Rochester, NY running scene and the community members who make it happen. If you run you, are a runner. If you are a runner, you have a story. These are the stories of our community. Hosted by Chris O'Brien. 

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065: A Monumental Hug: with Mike Welden

June 29, 2018 16:30 - 1 hour - 73.6 MB

Mike Welden is back. Like literally. Last we heard from Mike, he had just run a smokin 13:34 at Laurel Highlands Ultra. And then, nothing. Where'd he go, what'd he do? Turns out, those answers are "everywhere" and "a lot", mostly. It's complicated. Listen in as Mike, in typical Welden-esque fashion weaves us the tale of a 2017 gone awry and a 2018 on the cusp. Contained herein are jeers, tears and of course swears. Ye Be Warned. Episode Notes Laurel Highlands Ultra (http://www.laurelultra...

064: Sure! with Steven Dailey

May 19, 2018 20:00 - 1 hour - 79.7 MB

Steven Dailey marches in and gives us the scoop on how he finds his running mojo. Steven and I talk about how running is exactly like the military; Strict, regimented, hierarchical and full of long stretches of boredom. *hold for shock value* Actually, we talk about the exact opposite. Steven shares his thoughts on how running has opened his eyes to a world that is completely different from his time in the Army. And yet how running helped him during his time serving our country. We talk ab...

063: Pool, Track, Treadmill, No Thank You. - with Emily Flagg

April 20, 2018 21:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MB

Emily Flagg and her husband Ken dropped by RIO HQ to chat primarily about Emily's running, but along the way we talk about all sorts of their adventures. Emily and Ken have been on adventures all We chat her first marathon, the Dublin (Ireland) Marathon, and Mt. Kilimanjaro, and crew and sculling, and snowshoeing and 103 mile mountain biking and so much more. Emily has run the Muddy Sneaker 13 years in a row starting with the very first. Her return back to running nabbed her a 50k in Septem...

062: - Not Used to the Twos - with Laura Rekkerth

March 17, 2018 13:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MB

Laura Rekkerth talks about big training miles and heading out west for her second attempt at 100 miles at Antelope Island Buffalo Runs. We talk a bit about adjusting to a new normal and the benefits of a little bit of "external motivation" Episode Links Laura's blog 025: I'll Probably Think I'm Dying - with Laura Rekkerth Antelope Island Buffalo Run Burning River 100 - The shoe picture Many on the Genny Mighty Mosquito 99 Blue Foundation Oil Creek 100k

061: Two Loops - with Prem Kumar

February 20, 2018 00:45 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

Prem Kumar shares with us the story behind his motivation for “50 Races or 500 race miles per year." During this episode, we chat a little about Prem growing up in Pakistan, his beginning college days in the US and how he got started running. Then we talk about how he took his running to another level by setting a goal of running 50 races in a year! Episode Links Prem on Athlinks The Blue Foundation - The Blue Foundation is a non-profit organization based out of Canandaigua, NY.  Their m...

060: Let's Do it Together - with Jen Malik

January 31, 2018 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

Jen Malik chat's about roads, snakes, roads, sticks that looks like snakes. But seriously, Jen is a fastie who has won some marathons (one before and one after having a baby!) and placed pretty high in some long trail races (2nd at Sehgahunda, 3rd in Twisted Branch) even though she runs (and trains!) only on roads and considers herself a novice on the trails. Listen in as she nearly convinces me to run down the (probably not imaginary) yellow brick road with her. Episode Links Jen's Ultra...

059: I've Never Tasted Urine - with Phil Nesbitt

January 10, 2018 02:00 - 1 hour - 51.4 MB

L-R - (TL) Peasant Man Trtriathlon 1/2 IM; (BL) Leading Dam Good (Photo: Ascend Collective; Mike Lesher; (M) Sehgahunda podium; (R) The annual "Subway to Charlotte run" Phil Nesbitt joins to talk about getting inspiration in a pizza joint, going out way too fast, balancing expectations of being competitive while maintaining a career and building a family and his audacious plans for the future.  Episode Notes Mike Welden - Simply Irresistible. Medved Panel - 1 night, 6 voices, awesome ...

Special Events 004: Voices From the Trail 2017

December 17, 2017 21:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MB

L-R: Joe Packard, Sharon Radak, Sarah Keyes, Jamie Hobbs, Matt Smythe, Mitch Ball Voices From the Trail MedVed Running & Walking Outfitters Originally recorded March 30, 2017 The third occurrence of this distinguished event did not disappoint. Mort Nace and Medved once again gathered a distinguished panel of runners, assembled an interested community and provided a comfortable space for many stories to be told. Mort Nace brought the community together for an evening of sharing the passio...

058: Diurnal Variation with Abby McCarthy

December 01, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

The Appalachian Trail, Twisted Branch, and Georgia Death Race are just a few of Abby McCarthy's exploits. On this episode, Abby and I discuss walking 2186 miles without any experience, and why she likes traveling excessive distances on foot, even though she doesn't like to be uncomfortable. Special Guest: Abby McCarthy.

057: I'm Reasonably Good with Jamie Hobbs

November 10, 2017 01:00 - 1 hour - 50 MB

Jamie Hobbs returns to talk about his drive to run 100 miles as well as how squeezes in 100 mile training while being a dedicated husband and a role model dad. He's 43 and running as well as he ever has, so there are probably some gems of wisdom in here. Take notes. Jamie was the subject of a #BeastCoast film, episode 4 "Forged in Mountains" and we talk a bit about that too! We also get into him running the Massanutten Mountain 100... so there's that! Episode Links Masanutten Mountain 100...

056: Gently Used but Runs Well - with Cayley Hallahan

November 10, 2017 01:00 - 40 minutes - 28.3 MB

Cayley Hallahan shares the story of her first half marathon… which she ran after having open heart surgery. As one can imagine, one can learn a lot about life while waiting for heart surgery. And so, Cayley gives us a small lesson in modern day cardiology. Specifically, the Ross Procedure and Aortic Stenosis. And then we get into what it was like on race day at the Oak Tree half marathon. Episode Links   Cayley's Awesome Sticker and Shirt design Aortic Stenosis Ross Procedure Oak Tree...

055: I Would Give up a Lot for Ice - with Michael Valone

October 08, 2017 15:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

The Hoodie; Always loafing; Also screaming; Finishing OSTR in style; Eating... a Thing at Speedway Michael Valone returns to share how he has evolved as a runner since his Yaris touching days back when he first appeared on the podcast. (Editors Note: We won't hold the improper use of the word evolution against him.)  Since he was last on the podcast, Valone has joined the board of TrailsRoc, organized two fatass races and some weird 'adventure runs'. He has also learned a lot about himsel...

054: 99 Problems but an Ultra Ain't One - with Laura Kline

September 22, 2017 03:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

L-R: Rockin the track with some new Altra Escalantes; Broken Arrow Sky Race; Vegan Power!; Racing TNF San Fran; 2nd place (11:54) at UROC 100k 2017 Laura Kline is a multi-sport athlete visiting by way of Syracuse, NY. During our conversation, we talk a bit about traveling the world, racing at the front, having nobody to punch, gaining confidence and finding the line between competing as hard as possible while trying not to destroy yourself. From World Championship Triathlons and now to ult...

053: #RestDayBrags with Ellie Pell

September 07, 2017 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.6 MB

Ellie Pell joins to share some of the lessons on life and ultra that she has picked up in her respective 25 and 2 years.  Ellie stormed on to the Rochester trail scene at the 2016 Mendon Trail 50k. A few weeks before that, she ran her first ultra at Watergap 50k. She won both of those races.  She then went on to run Many on the Genny 40 miler.  And since then she has stormed into our hearts! Episode Links Many on the Genny Red Newt Racing Letchworth Branch of the FLT Escarpment Trail ...

SE003: Managing Taper Anxiety and Post-Race Blues

July 17, 2017 02:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Stacey Steinmiller at MedVed Run Walk You've worked hard and put in the training. For months your weekends have revolved around your long runs. You've dialed in your nutrition and monitored your sleep. Now, your big race is less than a month away, you are starting your taper and going a bit crazy.  Or maybe you just ran your big race and were On Top Of The World, but then the next morning, you felt a bit empty, or lonely or directionless.  In this Special Event, recorded at Medved, Stac...

052: What Does This Thing Have on It? A Cuisinart? - With Mike Welden

July 15, 2017 01:15 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

Between mouthfuls of oatmeal, Mike Welden recounts his long, tortuous path to the Laurel Highlands 70 mile race this past June. From a high-octane skiing accident in Canada to breaking into the track at a maximum-security all-girl’s school, Mike’s penchant for the unconventional and utterly ridiculous makes for a gripping story. It’s not all jokes, though. Throughout the episode, Mike also shares his experience with a new coach, reworking his racing mentality, and a raw, honest look at the...

051: More than 26.2 miles is Out of Control - with Kip Tisia

June 30, 2017 13:00 - 52 minutes - 36.6 MB

L-R: Training at home in Kenya; Running with the boys in ROC; Tekelbei Foundation; Running with the Girls in ROC; Grabbing a bite to eat Kip Tisia is fast. Like 2:17 Marathon fast. But he also take his time to hang out and share his time with the kids. And now he takes a little time to chat about running fast, working hard and having faith. He also shares a little bit about how he came to run and some of the differences once you are considered Elite.  Episode Links Bomet District in Keny...

050: It's Like This Everyday - with Erica Cino

May 20, 2017 02:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MB

Erica Cino tells us about her journey to and through her first 13.1. From a never runner, to a sometimes runner, to an injured-never-should-run-again-runner to a determined runner, her story of finding motivation through adversity is as interesting as it is entertaining. Erica also took the leap of letting me coach her through the second half of her training plan. Which I greatly appreciated. It was a lot of fun seeing her reach her goal (even though I had to see it in pouring rain.) Epis...

049: Highly Caffeinated and a Little Disheveled with Sarah Keyes

April 28, 2017 18:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

L-R: Chatting at Medved; Running the World Snowwhoe Champs at home; Medved Sunrise Run; The Truck Palace; Voice from the Trail talk at Medved; Sarah Keyes spent an evening in Rochester prior to departing for a cross-country road trip which will drop her at the Western States starting line. During our chat she shares tips for airport happiness, how to get A+ grades from your dentist and even a little about running fast in the mountains. For those that don't know Sarah. Sarah is fast. Sara...

048: Cherry Pickin Races - with Jason Mintz

April 13, 2017 02:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MB

L-R: After a speedy 0SPF; After a speedy Mendon 50k; during a speedy Syracuse Half (p: Laura Kline); Getting the mind right (p: Jason Mintz) Jason Mintz is back and as is our way with someone who does as much as he does, we recap 2016 and peer deeply into 2017. We chat a little about his return to the Mendon 50k, just a few weeks after completing his first 100 miler. We also talk about his frequent visits to Rochester and his "tussles" with Daven Oskvig. And we also, eventually talk about ...

047: Put an Egg on it - with Barb and Serafina

March 23, 2017 02:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

LR-TB - Serafina gorging at Gorges; Serafina making it happen; Two Olds; Barbara crushing it; Barbara beginning headstands; Twoo Wub; Bootie Slap at Mendon 50K; Perfecting that headstand; From a first date crossing the country to run a 50k to a 40 mile run through Letchworth Gorge, it seems that life is just one big adventure with stops at aid stations in every race in Rochester for Barb and Serafina. On this episode of the podcast, they find a moment in between their beer and pizza fueled...

046: Mash'em All Up - with Daven Oskvig

March 07, 2017 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

L-R Top: CR at Sulphur Springs 100; #CropTopWar; The joy of new shoes; OC100 buckle; Bottom: Mom!; Reppin' TrailsRoc at Boston; Y10 awards?; Dad! Daven Oskvig is back with more thrilling tales of 100 mile races! Well… and 10 mile races. From Oil Creek to Sulphur Springs for a course record and back to Oil Creek to win again, it's been an interesting and successful year since Daven was last on the podcast. Daven and I chat a little bit about variety in running, the benefits of sticking to...

04x: Make the Trails Great Again - with #TrailsRoc

February 14, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 54 MB

L-R, Top: Jeffrey McBeth, Amy Lopata, Eric Eagan, Sean Storie, Laura Howard; Bottom: Dave Storie, Michael Valone, Sheila Eagan; 3/4... or more precisely, 6/8 of the board members join for a lively conversation about the organization and generally what they'll be up to this year; refining existing things like changes to some of the TrailsRoc programs and races and maybe making a few new things.  If you aren't familiar with TrailsRoc, well, this is a good primer, but seriously, where ya be...

044: Yaller Dogs - with Jason Vidmar

February 01, 2017 12:00 - 2 hours - 67.8 MB

L-R, Top: A fine family hike in the Adirondacks; King of the PMP Hill Challenge; Getting ready for the Dix Range; Laz; Bottom: Descending S.Kaibab in the Grand Canyon; New Year with Old Friends; Barkley Fall Classic Episode Links Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim 2016 Grand Canyon R2R2R Footage - "Revelation" First Grand Canyon Crossing (R2R) Trip Write-up and Data (2014) Barkley Fall Classic Barkley Fall Classic 2016 - Preview write-up Barkley - The Race That Eats Its Young The Flow ...

043: I Got 68 Miles This Year - with Jamie Hobbs

January 13, 2017 03:00 - 1 hour - 59 MB

L-C-R: 1. Recording in GFMedia Studios 2. Ian and Scotie during HortonTime 3. Rekkerth getting ready 4. Hobbs as Old Man Winter at Bearwallow AS 5. O'Brien looking slightly overdressed next to Hobbs 6. 9 degrees, 3am soup 7. Team Hobbs Mobile (Thanks to GFMedia for 1, 5, 7) Jamie Hobbs has returned! And this time it's to tell us about Hellgate 2016! That's right, Jamie went BACK to the gates of hell. After briefly recapping his unexpected beginning of 2016 and a nagging heel injury, we tal...

042: Surviveypants - With Sherry Kessler

December 23, 2016 18:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

Sherry Kessler joins us to chat about a little bit of everything. She's a physical therapist and yoga teacher who snowshoes, runs and brings groups together for lots of fun.  Sherry shares a bit about her never ending quest to Learn All The Things, how she leaned heavily on running and determination to get her through some rough patches in life. Sherry is one of those people for whom running and yoga are now so integrated into her life that she just doesn't even think about them anymore. S...

041: Thanks for Stoppin - With GOOSE AR

December 08, 2016 12:00 - 2 hours - 67.5 MB

The guys from GOOSE Adventure racing thrill us with tales of trekking through the mountains in the dead of winter, stupify us with stories of speeding down gravel mountains only a helmet and guts for protection, and pummel us with parables of paddling through 40 foot swells all in the name of adventure and pushing boundaries.  In addition to the adventure racing background, GOOSE is responsible for some of the most frequently discussed races on the podcast from the near ancient Muddy Sneak...

040: You Deserve This - with The Ascend Collective

November 25, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

L-R: Ron Climbing Breakneck (P: Joe Azze), Getting the shot of getting the shot (P: Shana Feissner), Lesher at #TrailRoc 0 WTF (P: Chris Patterson), Ron at #TrailsRoc 0 SPF (P: Lesher), To any lengths (P: Ron) The Ascend Collective takes us behind the camera to tell us how they capture some of our favorite running memories. If you've looked at a photo from a trail race in New York and said "Whoa", chances are it was taken by Ascend Collective. From sweeping vistas a top Ontario County Park...

039: Continue to be Awesome - with Laura Howard

November 17, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

039 Laura Howard https://uploads.fireside.fm/images/0/04dc5a6a-32ff-45bb-8b25-9b777b81a4c8/zIj9lrQJ.png L-R: Crushing Red Newt's SkyRace on Whiteface; With Jeff Young; Table Rock Mountain; Super Vollies at Cayuga Trails 50; With her hubby Jonathan; Team Toucan;  Laura Howard is a stand out in the Rochester community. Laura ran her first 50k back in September. But she didn't do it surrounded by her community, she did it down in North Carolina. With nary a witness. So, she tells us all about ...

038: Borderline Not Having Fun - with Dan Ostrander

September 30, 2016 15:00 - 2 hours - 86.7 MB

A Buckle; The Crew at the Finish; Recording; sportin RIO gear; Shredding >DanO shares stories of running, exploring, sitting on logs, and going further than you have ever gone before. Margaret also joins us to talk about what it's like to crew for a baller like Dan. Along the way, we learn a little about what got Dan running and how a DNF at Leadville helped him gain perspective that contributed to a finish Burning River 100. We also find out what really attracted Margaret to Dan in the f...

037: You Could Make an Olympic Team - with Miranda Melville

September 16, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

some HFL fans; sporting the red, white and blue; sporting the RIO gear at RRC. Local Olympian, Miranda Melville shares her journey from Rush-Henrietta High School to the 20K Racewalk in Rio De Janeiro. She teaches us a bit about race walking, shares some of her story growing up as an athlete in Rochester, talks about how being in a niche event is both good and bad for opportunities and then gives us some behind the scenes info on the Olympic village. Episode Notes Miranda's Website USAT...

036: I can Swim, I can Bike, I can Run - With Kim Danahy

September 02, 2016 17:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

pics courtesy of Kim Kim Danahy runs, but she often likes to go for a swim or a bike ride beforehand. That's right, Kim is a triathlete. In fact, she is now an IronMan. Kim competed in and completed Lake Placid Iron Man this year.  From figure skating to road marathons with some stops in between. Kim often finds herself swimming, cycling and running for a cause, contributing to the community and competing for those can't.  Episode Notes Iron Man Lake Placid Multiple Myeloma Foundation ...

035: Dude! We're Running to Boston - with Mike Welden and Jeff Green

August 05, 2016 11:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MB

All images courtesy of relay team members Mike Welden and Jeff Green were part of a group of 10 people including a few Canadian ALS researchers, and a Miss America contestant. This group, organized by Steve Luther ran from Rochester to Boston, MA to raise awareness and deliver funds they raised in an effort to end ALS. In this epsiode, they share the highs and lows of their 400 mile adventure. Episode Links What the F&*k is ALS? - (Mike's Blog post)  "Ice Bucket Challenge" Research Succ...

Special Event 002: Twisted Branch 2016 Preview

July 26, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

L-R: Dan Ostrander, Mike Meynadasy, Scott Magee, Laura Howard Twisted Branch is... a point to point ultra marathon beginning in the town of Naples, NY at Ontario County Park. Its finish can be found on the shores of Keuka Lake in Hammondsport, NY. But it is so much more! This preview episode is about the people, the dedication, the atmosphere of Twisted Branch. People intimately familiar with the race, volunteers, racers and the Race Director discuss their appreciation, experience and l...

034: A Good Time to be a Nerd - with Jeffrey McBeth

July 22, 2016 16:00 - 1 hour - 56 MB

Fatherhood; Recording; The last loop of Palmer’s Pond; Game Night; Family Jeffrey McBeth has completed two 50Ks in 2016. One intentional and the other not so much. From the National Parks and the great outdoors, to computers and the great indoors to 380lbs and triathlon training, Jeff takes on a journey that required a strong heart and a strong support network. Along the way we learn about his appreciation for data and computers, his deep love of familyand service as well as the trail runn...

033: Neuromuscular Change - with Matt Flaherty

July 06, 2016 23:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

(L) Laura Rekkerth, Matt Flaherty and Jan Wellford seek refuge from the torrential rain outside Ithaca Beer Company the day after Cayuga Trails 50 (R) The many faces of Mr. Flaherty Matt Flaherty is a former lawyer who has been running all his life. He left law to focus on running once he started to see some potential. He loves loves running fast 50 milers, Rocks an awesome mustache and has a pretty good set of songs. He is now a personal coach, is sponsored by Salomon and runs all over th...

032: Stupid is What We're After - With Dan and Amy Lopata

June 25, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MB

The many faces of Lopata Dan Lopata has been chasing Massanutten Mountain 100 in some form or another for 14 years. He finally got what he wanted, but it took a lot of introspection and team work with an awesome crew member to get it. Just like Dan's MMT 100 finish, it takes them a little while to get there but, in this episode, Dan and Amy Lopata share their adventures running and the thrilling tales of some serious stupidity in the mountains of Virginia.  Episode Notes Kevin Sayers Ma...

031: I'm Not Paying For That - With Colin Bailey

June 10, 2016 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MB

L-R: Imogene Pass, Mess The Dress 2015, Crooked Creek 2016, Celebrating Successful Race Directing From traveling thousands of miles for a 1000 beers to traveling thousands of miles for races, Colin Bailey covers a lot of ground. We talk about his "Year of a 1000 beers" that lead to  his motivation to get running. We cover some of his race history and then try to figure out what lead him to put on his own 50k race. Even having never run an ultra himself! Episode Notes   The History of the ...

030: The Lung Brush - with Scotie Jacobs

May 27, 2016 15:00 - 52 minutes - 36.6 MB

L: Breakneck Point; TM: Virgil 100 2015; TR: Medved Trail Panel; BR:MPF Team at Breakneck Scotie Jacobs shares his story of going from an accidental downhill runner to an on-purpose mountain runner upper. Scotie now runs with Mountain Peak Fitness with teammates such as Natalie Thompson, Laura Rekkerth who have also been guests on the podcast. So yeah... group of fasties who run all over the Northeast. In our discussion we cover the beginning and the end of Scotie's running in Vermont. We ...

029: Just Run the Thing - with Chris Patterson

May 13, 2016 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Pacing; With Heather and some Boston Bling; Pre-Boston; Post-Boston We get competitive right from the start with Chris Patterson. Well, not really competitive. But we make an honest effort to do our absolute best. Chris is a marathon runner with a penchant for perfect pace. As you'll hear, his pacing was off a bit in his first race, but he worked at it and now wanders around the Northeast helping marathoners reach their goal times. Episode Notes "Gliders versus Gazelles" Presque Isle Ma...

028: Evolution is a Constant Process - with Jeff Green

April 29, 2016 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

The beer mile start line; charting a course; giving the run around to an honest journalist Jeff having previously been on the podcast as part of a roundtable to talk about Rothrock and as a guest interviewer after I finished Twisted Branch, is well-versed in the art of the running conversation. After an initial revisiting of Jeff's previous appearance, we discuss running on baby heads, what initially got Jeff onto the trails, the beauty of a high school coach's advice, finding the type of ...

027: I Was Gonna Say Something Really Insightful - with Natalie Thompson

April 15, 2016 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

Natalie, Natalie, Natalie! Natalie Thompson rips into my smoothie habits, tears apart a burrito and teaches us a bit about the miraculous microbiome. Oh yeah, and shares a bit about her running. Find out about the nutritional habits that helped her to a 2015 which included 1st at Cat's Tail Marathon, 2nd at Virgil Crest 50, 2nd at Escarpment, 3rd at North Face Bear Mountain 50k, 1st at Breakneck Point Marathon. Episode Notes MedVed Panel Kendra Chamberlain Abundance Co-op Happy Belly ...

026: Straight To The Solid Gameplan with Jason Mintz

April 04, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MB

Photo: (L) Cayuga Trails 50 - MPF; (UR) Vegan Power 50K; (LR) Badgerow Last Man Standing - Anita Cornell Jason Mintz provides us a brief glimpse into the front of the pack. He shares his highly scientific process for setting goals and running fast. He also gives us some tips on pre-race nutrition and choosing races. Actually, it was quite refreshing to find that none of it is really all that scientific. Jason lives outside of Syracuse but finds his way to Rochester (and most of the Northea...

Special Events 001: A Conversation about running trails and ultra distances

March 26, 2016 02:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MB

An excellent panel assembled for an excellent group. (Photo: Ascend Collective) Or... "We Didn't Have Legos Growing Up" March 24th 2016 - MedVed Running & Walking Outfitters   A local running store, a distinguished panel of runners, an interested community and many stories to be told. Mort Nace brought the community together for an evening of sharing the passion and joy that comes with being a runner out in the woods. Running Inside Out was given the opportunity to moderate and record th...

025: I'll Probably Think I'm Dying - with Laura Rekkerth

March 18, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 49 MB

Photos: (L) Laura, (RT) Rick Rekkerth, (RB) John Green Laura Rekkerth, super trail runner, spontaneous adventurer and our Informal Chief of Graphics talks about how emotions and friends play a critical role in her running. How are Ron Heerkens Jr. and Mike Welden are responsible for her running trails and ultras? What race is Dan Ostrander signing up for next? Laura tells all in this episode! Episode Notes Laura's Awesome Recap of 2015 Laura's Results Athlinks Ultrasignup Savann...

024: I Run. I'm a Runner - with Joe Diebold

March 04, 2016 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

Photos: Fleet Feet Sports and Joe Diebold Joe Diebold shares his story of running his first half marathon at a weight that would keep others on the couch to training for one of the areas toughest trail marathons. Joe has a pretty nonchalant, just-another-day-running attitude that you can just tell comes in handy when he encounters one of those tough runs that require guts and an understanding that life isn't always about seeking comfort. Episode Notes Joe's Results on Athlinks Fleet Fee...

023: Expanding that Elasticity - with Sean Storie

February 19, 2016 17:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MB

Sean Recording!; Sean Running! If running 100 miles is hard, running 100 miles in the winter is harder. In this episode, Sean Storie talks about the finding success early in running and going through the all too common affair of losing running during the college years only to discover it again through a love of nature and trails. We also talk about Sean's race... umm... preparations, a bit about his role in the founding of TrailsRoc and his interesting choice of races which ultimately lead...

022: Getting Everything Done - with Amber Rowe

February 05, 2016 15:00 - 54 minutes - 37.9 MB

UL: Amber in her "Racing Days", LL: With friends, prepping for her BQ at the Erie Marathon, R: Putting in the effort to see her friends at the trail Super Running Mom Amber Rowe talks about miles. Lots and lots of miles. With a bit of guest starring support from her husband Greg, Amber and I talk about high mileage training with a full family life, the excitement of the Boston Marathon and the benefits of training on a treadmill. So listen up trail runners, you might just learn something...

021: Learning to Work Hard - with Mike Mertsock

January 22, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

Clockwise from Top Left: Final laps at Mind The Ducks, Mike getting some coaching from Valerie, Muddy Sneaker start, Eye of the Tiger at Ontario Summit, The only time I was ahead of Mike at Crooked Creek. (Muddy Sneaker credit: IAMLESHER; All others: Friends and Family) Mike Mertsock finds a few extra cycles to compile his thoughts on what he gets from running and what he learned about finding the edge during his races in 2015. He also briefly looks ahead to an upcoming 2016 and a return t...

020: You Have Twizzlers For Me? - with Jamie Hobbs

January 08, 2016 00:00 - 2 hours - 90.3 MB

(L/R: Jamie Hobbs, Diego, Ron Heerkens Jr.) Photo: Chris Jamie Hobbs regales us with thrilling tales of being heckled while rock-hopping his sleep deprived body through the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia in the 2015 Hellgate 100K+. In addition to secrets for choosing the perfect footwear and techniques for hurdling over logs in the middle of the night, Jamie also treats astute listeners to what it is like having the guts and mental resolve to stick to a plan and reach a goal even if you ...

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