I frequently find myself talking about running shoes. Each spring or summer I do a review, guide, or update on the topic. If you’d like to look at some of the prior resources, which include several articles, videos, and podcast episodes…just type “running shoes” into the search bar on the website. For this year, I had some inspirations and observations…
In this episode I discuss a few considerations to use when selecting the ideal running shoe(s) for your needs. Midsole thickness, heel-to-forefoot differential, and toe box configuration are highlighted. Thanks for listening! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or…
It seems like I’m always in some kind of biomechanics rabbit hole. It’s been that way forever. One of my favorite areas of study in human performance is gait mechanics. Today’s discussion focuses on a particular aspect of running gait, and it applies to locomotion in jogging, running, and sprinting. I’ve spent nearly 40 years reading research articles, and being…
It’s Turkey Trot time! All across the country, runners and athletes of all types are training for a Thanksgiving race. This episode provides you with a few key workouts that can make your T-day run a great success. Enjoy! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve…
All across the country, one of the most popular running events is the Thanksgiving run. With lots of creative names surrounding the holiday theme, these races usually occur in November. The distance of the run can vary, but many are of the 5-mile or 8k variety. This article will offer some tips to help you get tuned up for such…
Designing an effective training program is one of the main keys to enhancing your running performance. In this episode of The Lifetime Athlete Podcast, I cover some basic principles that can help you to achieve your goals. Specifically, we discuss assessment, goal, timeline, and plan as the major considerations. If you’ve been interested in setting up a training program that…
Fall is either here or on the way, depending on where you live. It’s my favorite time of the year. The weather is often pleasant, the light takes on a golden hue, and it’s just a great time to be outside doing things you enjoy. Since this is the Running Performance Series, let’s recognize that fall is a great time,…
This edition of the Running Performance Series features a great topic…Running Workouts Simplified. Learn the 5 basic types of running workouts and how you can apply them to your own training to get more fun and results. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic…
As a runner, sometimes — or even most of the time — you just head out the door and start running. Simplicity is indeed beautiful. But when you are interested in improving your running performance, you generally think of workouts as being purpose-specific. There are many ways to look at running workouts, and many of those can be quite scientific.…
Optimal stride length is a key in running performance. Many runners and athletes wonder “How long should my stride be?” That’s the question we address in today’s episode. We look specifically at understriding and overstriding and how to correct these issues. Enjoy! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping…
