Embrace Running Podcast

This week we talk about running in beautiful Yosemite National Park. The USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships were this past week. Seven surprising sources of running injuries. A new running documentary that follows an ultra runner is in the works. Western States 100 is next weekend. Running inventions we'd like to see. And our week in training.   100 Head/Heart/Feet   Surprising Sources of Running Injuries   Running Inventions We'd Like to See   Mary Cain Joins National Team Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about when to take an ice bath and if it helps. The San Francisco Marathon was this weekend and we spent some time at the expo. The youngest woman to run 100 marathons. A thief gets chased by a runner. We watched the Spirit of the Marathon II last week. And our week in training.   Should you take ice baths?   Runner chases thief   Youngest woman to run 100 marathons   Spirit of the Marathon II Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about ten common training and racing mistakes for a marathon. We are officially Ragnar Relay Ambassadors for Napa Valley. We celebrated National Running Day by registering for a race. Spirit of the Marathon II will be showing in select theaters on June 12th. The Dipsea Race was this weekend. The Race Director for Grandma's Marathon will be retiring after 37 years. Registration for the Princess Half Marathon 2014 weekend events at Walt Disney World opens June 11th. A runner has a baby...unexpectedly. After a fifteen year hiatus Ann Trason may be coming back to running. A race report from the Kite Run and as always, our week in training.   Spirit of the Marathon II   Tough Mudder Slow Response   Grandmas Marathon Director to Retire   Runner has a baby   Ann Trason Returns   Ragnar Napa Valley Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about the Prefontaine Classic. National Running Day is June 5th. RnR San Diego was this weekend. RnR has an announcement for their Las Vegas event. The random draw entry for Nike Women's Marathon is open. The One Run for Boston Relay starts June 7th. An in race report from the Newport Marathon.  Recommendations on running socks and our week in training.   RnR San Diego   SF Marathon Security   Feetures   National Running Day   One Run for Boston   Nike Women's Marathon Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about downhill running. The Swagtastic Virtual Race and Medals4Mettle. Running related documentaries. The Prefontaine Classic is this weekend. The random draw for Nike Women's Marathon opens on June 3. Running at altitude and our week in training.   Tarawera Documentary   Swagtastic Virtual Race   Medals4Mettle   Brooklyn Half Marathon Video   The Last Mile Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about Boston Marathon runners being invited back for 2014. The Nike Women's Marathon and Half Marathon lottery entry opens June 3rd. Ultrarunner Ellie Greenwood is injured and out for Western States this year. The Tour of California was this past week and a woman is planning to run the Tour de France course. Ryan Hall runs in Bay to Breakers.  Elena tries Tailwind Nutrition and likes it. Looking at the cost of races in terms of price per mile. A race report from the Wildcat Half Marathon. And our week in training.   Runners Who Didn't Finish Boston Invited Back   Tailwind Nutrition   Woman to Run Tour de France Route   Oklahoma City Marathon Featured on HBO Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about the one official finisher of the Marathon of the North. The Disneyland Half Marathon weekend medals are revealed. The Fitbit Flex and Runtastic GPS Sportswatch are now available. The movie "The Last Mile" is available online and will soon be available on DVD. Tips on choosing a hydration pack and which ones we use. A reminder about safety for road runners. And our week in training.   5 Things You Need to Know about buying Hydration Packs   Marathon of the North   Fitbit Flex   Runtastic GPS watch   The Last Mile   Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Medals   Nathan Vapor Wrap   Nathan Intensity Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about RnR Pittsburgh being postponed due to heat concerns. Tips for running in the heat.  No full marathon at Pasadena this year. Tacoma City Marathon, Flying Pig Marathon and Expedition Everest were this weekend. Marathonguide.com is a great resource for all things marathon. Our race recap of the Pleasanton Half Marathon and our week in training.   RnR Pittsburgh Postponed   Pasadena Denies Marathon Permit   Boston Area Races' Numbers Spike   Pleasanton Half Marathon   Marathon Guide Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about pre-race nutrition and recovery. The online McMillan pace calculator. No bags allowed at the Miami corporate race. A death at a Tough Mudder race. The newest runDisney 10k, the Glass Slipper Challenge and a new coast to coast medal. Big Sur Marathon, Nike Women's Half Marathon DC and the Oklahoma Memorial Marathon all took place this weekend. The Spirit of the Marathon II documentary will be out June 12. We participate in our first Street Scramble (and don't get lost), and our week in training.   Street Scramble   McMillan Running Calculator   New Disney Challenges   Spirit of the Marathon II   Man Dies after Tough Mudder   Madison Marathon Events Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week we talk about moving forward after Boston. The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon offers spots to those that didn't get to finish Boston. London Marathon was this weekend. An update on registration for Walt Disney World Marathon weekend. 5 ways to embrace running again. Our race recap of the Diablo Trails Challenge and our week in training.   The One Fund Boston   After the Boston Marathon   Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon   London Marathon: Tributes to Boston   London Marathon Wheelchair Collision   5 Ways to Embrace Running Again Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

We briefly share our reactions to the tragedy at the Boston Marathon. Our hearts go out to everyone affected. Download MP3

This week, we talk about active.com donating their registration fees for the Marine Corps Marathon. Some good changes for the Disney World Marathon weekend in 2014. How to avoid mid run bathroom breaks. Weight training for runners. Our race recap of the Santa Cruz Half Marathon and our week in training.   Active Apologizes   Walt Disney World Marathon Enhancements   Avoid Bathroom Breaks Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about some group runs that we made it to. The Marine Corps Marathon sells out but had registration problems. Two people actually finish the Barkley Marathons. A race in Phoenix has runners demanding a refund. The annual half marathon report continues to show the events growth. We share a race report from Brazens Lagoon Valley races, and our week in training.   Marine Marathon signup angers those shut out   Annual Half Marathon Report   Runners Demand Money Back   Is Paula Radcliffe's Career Over   Worth The Hurt 52.4   The Barkley Marathons   Brazen Racing Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about the registration for the Marine Corps Marathon opening soon. runDisney announces a new 10k and the Dopey Challenge at Disney World for 2014. Oakland Marathon and Modesto Marathon took place this weekend. Brooks provides great customer service. How to become a Brooks Wear Tester. Elena is officially a (Marathon) Maniac. Information about running in the triangle. We go on a trail run together and as always our week in training.   Dopey Challenge   Marine Corps Marathon   Marathon Maniacs   Oakland Marathon   Brooks Wear Tester Program   Running in the Triangle Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3

This week, we talk about upcoming registration for the Marine Corps Marathon. We talk about the LA Marathon which we watched on TV. An inspiring story from the Gusher Marathon in Texas. RnR USA apparently had a few issues. The RnR SF course is official. A few tragedies at some international marathons.  A quick recap of our race at Badger Cove and our week in training.   Marine Corps Marathon   LA Marathon   LA Marathon Time Lapse   Terminally ill man wins marathon   Ryan Hall out of Boston Marathon   Tel Aviv Half Marathon Death   Barcelona Marathon Runner Dies   Tobacco Road Marathon   Trail Factor 50k and Half   Badger Cove Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download MP3