RyR Endurance Team podcast

It's Going to Hurt a Little

Being a runner, triathlete, or athlete in most sports requires commitment and determination.  There will be times when we struggle to keep going.  That's when the breakthroughs happen.  Oftentimes it hurts to go beyond what you thought you could accomplish.  Define your new limits by knowing that it's going to hurt a little.

Running Form

There are a lot of running styles even among professional athletes.  What are some of the keys to great running form?  

Runner or Triathlete?

There are benefits to being a runner and other benefits to being a triathlete.  Over the course of an athletic career, you may transition from one to the other.

Interview with Mike Hillyard - Part 2

Mike Hillyard is an accomplished athlete and legendary coach of the USI Screaming Eagles track and cross country programs.  He has developed countless All-Americans and has been awarded the Great Lakes Valley Coach of the Year award 28 times.

Interview with USI Coach Mike Hillyard - Part 1

Mike Hillyard is an accomplished athlete and legendary coach of the USI Screaming Eagles track and cross country programs.  He has developed countless All-Americans and has been awarded the Great Lakes Valley Coach of the Year award 28 times.

When You Can't Run

As a runner or triathlete, you want to run.  But sometimes you develop an injury and have to stop.  How can you maintain run fitness until you are able to run again?

Summer Nutrition

Proper nutrition is one of the keys to improving fitness and overall health.  Learn a few tips and recipes to help you fuel for success.

Running in the Bible

As endurance athletes, we value the importance of physical training and competition.  What does the Bible say about running?

The Past Doesn't Determine the Future

How do you set your expectations for the future?  Too much emphasis on the past can lead to frustration or not reaching your full potential.

Supplements and Nutrition with Dr. Scott Black

Which supplements and nutrition choices help you be your best on race day? Listen in to learn what works and what doesn't for healthy living and optimal performance.

Handling the Heat

When the weather warms up, the heat can be overwhelming until you get used to it.  Plan for the heat and play it safe.

It's the Full Body of Work that Counts

You've likely heard the story of the tortoise and the hare.  Learn how this story relates to training, racing, and life.

Race Registration Woes

With the popularity of endurance sports events, you have to register very early to secure your spot on the starting line.  In the months leading up to your race a lot of things can happen.

Training with Friends

Even if you have different goals and fitness levels, there are still ways you can train with friends.  But there are times when you need to do your own thing.

Finding Failure

When doing VO2max workouts, athletes need to push their limits.  If you don't push your limits, how do you know where they are?

Jamie Adkins and the Olympic Marathon Trials

From high school soccer player to US Olympic Marathon Trials finisher, Jamie Adkins tells her story.

The Carmel Marathon

The marathon is such a tough race.  Regardless of your experience or preparation, marathon race day challenges both mentally and physically.

Triathlon Bike Pacing

Triathlon consists of swimming, biking, and running - three events combined into one sport.  Triathletes must remember that biking in triathlon is not the same as an individual time trial in cycling.

Talking About Taper

All the hard training is done.  You are ready for your big race.  Should you taper?  What is the taper?

Hydration with Dr. Scott Black

In this podcast, we discuss the importance of hydration.  Joining is Dr. Scott Black who specializes in Lifestyle & Sports Medicine at Owensboro Health.  Dr. Black is also co-founder of Sword Performance, makers of the sports drinks Sword and Shield. https://drinksword.com https://www.owensborohealth.org/find-doctor/basic-profile/william-scott-black/  

When to Hold and when to Fold

Being an endurance athlete comes with a lot of challenges.  Knowing when to hold on and finish versus folding to avoid an injury can be difficult.

Wendell Foster Half Marathon

The Wendell Foster Half Marathon is a great race for a great cause - empowering people with disabilities. https://wendellfoster.org/ https://wendellfoster.org/halfmarathon/

Work Life Balance

Endurance sports such as running and triathlon can be time consuming.  But there are ways to stay fit and enjoy training in the midst of all of life's responsibilities.

You Don't Have To Race

Racing doesn't have to be the culmination of a block of training.  There are other goals we can set to challenge ourselves to improve.

Is Variety the Spice of Life?

Variety may be entertaining.  But is variety the best way to improve fitness?

Your Day Is Not Over

Even with the best laid plans, surprises come up and we have to adjust.  How we handle the positive surprises and the negative surprises determines the outcome.  When we are feeling great, we need to stick with our plan.  When something unexpected happens, we must adapt in the moment and make the best of the situation without giving up or becoming frustrated.  The day is not over.

Everything is Awesome

"Everything is Awesome" or are we being complacent?

What Motivates You?

There are lot of great reasons to participate in endurance sports.  What motivates you?

The Mystery of Leg Cramps

What causes leg and foot cramps when training and racing?  Dean and Paula share their experiences and suggestions for overcoming these painful and unwelcomed surprises.

Interview with Craig Phifer, Physical Therapist at RPI

Dean and Paula interview Craig Phifer, Physical Therapist at Rehabilitation and Performance Institute (RPI).  Dean and Paula have benefited from Craig's friendship and services to stay healthy and get to the starting line.  Craig shares RPI's philosophy on injury prevention and recovery.  Craig also discusses some of the most common injuries that runners and triathletes experience along with exercises that can help keep you active and off the sideline. RPI has nearly 200 exercise videos av...

Dean and Paula Follies #1

Paula surprises Dean in this podcast by bringing up stories from their 35 years of marriage. We are all human and we all make mistakes. Get a good laugh and hopefully learn to avoid some of the comical situations they have experienced.

Planning for Next Year

The Gulf Coast Marathon

Dean and Paula discuss the Gulf Coast Marathon which is a scenic race along the Gulf of Mexico in Mississippi.  Every race is a learning opportunity.  Dean shares some of his key takeaways.

Triathlon Swimming Tips

Paula and Dean share their swimming story from beginner to experienced.  They explain key techniques and training that can help anyone become successful in a triathlon (from sprint to Ironman) swim.

Taming the Fork

Paula and Dean discuss the importance of nutrition and how to be as disciplined with eating as with training.  Weight management is simple math...calories in versus calories out.  Making healthy food choices can both fuel your body and satisfy your hunger.

Types of Endurance Training

Paula and Dean discuss different types of endurance training workouts and their purposes.  They also share sample workouts of each type for swimming, biking, and running.

Getting to Know Paula

Dean interviews Paula about becoming an athlete and coach.  Paula started at age 41 overcoming numerous challenges to became a Boston Qualifier and an Ironman.  She discusses what she has learned about nutrition and some of the teaching techniques she now applies to coaching athletes.  

Get to Know Dean

Paula interviews Dean about growing up running, his first half marathon, first marathon, first triathlon, and the Ironman World Championship.  They also discuss coaching a high school team, the Legion Park Group (LPG), and online athletes in running and triathlon.

Introduction to the RyR Endurance Team

Meet Dean and Paula Roberts, cofounders and coaches, as they explain the reason they created the RyR Endurance Team. RyR Endurance Team provides coaching services for running and triathlon through relationship, partnership, and faith. Do you have big goals?  Join the RyR Endurance Team today!