Embrace Running Podcast

This week, we talk about carbo-loading and hydrating before a race while avoiding mid race bathroom stops. A teenager wins the Dubai Marathon. Elena's five stages of running. Rock 'n' Roll series reveals their updated heavy medals. Galen Rupp sets yet another American indoor record. Competitor Group has a new elite program. Mark's PSA about not being a bandit. Ragnar Relay unveils their swag for 2014.  We share the results of our listener survey, and our week in training. Sponsor: My RaceTime Tracker   Galen Rupp Breaks American Indoor Two-Mile Record   Competitors Elite Program   Teenager Wins Dubai Marathon   Carbo-Loading Can Boost Performance   Carbo-Loading Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about the changes for the Chicago Marathon registration process. Galen Rupp sets the new U.S. Indoor 5000 meter record. Elena searches for a Golden Caramel GU packet and you should too. Meb Keflezighi and Serena Burla win the 2014 USA Half Marathon Titles. The Bahamas Marathon is won by a married couple. Attending the RRCA Coaching Certification course, and our week in training. Sponsor: My RaceTime Tracker   Chicago Marathon Lottery   Galen Rupp Sets Record   Meb Wins Title   Husband and Wife Win Marathon   Gu Golden Packet Contest   RRCA Coaching Certification Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about Reach the Beach Relay partnering with Ragnar Relay. The U.S. elite athletes participating in the Boston Marathon. New Hoka's are coming this fall. Ragnar Trail Tahoe is postponed for 2014. Kara Goucher is looking to leave Nike. Running footwear predictions for 2014. Running for Meg. Mo Farah will make his marathon debut in London. Our race recap of the Hot Chocolate 15k in San Francisco. And our week in training. Sponsor: My RaceTime Tracker   Hot Chocolate 15k   Meg's Miles   Reach The Beach Relay   Footwear Predictions   USA Elites at Boston   Kara Goucher Leaving Nike?   Disney Aquires Badwater   Mo Farah's Competition at London   RnR San Francisco   David Hays Running Log   Hoka Goes Lighter Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about our 2014 goals and share some from listeners. Registration for Leadville 100 sells out quicker than we could run it. Rob Krar and Michele Yates are named UltraRunners of the Year. Our race recap of the Brazen New Year's Day trail race, complete with It's It ice cream. And our week in training. UltraRunners of the Year Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we look back at 2013 and see if we accomplished our goals. We name some of our top races of the year including, most scenic, best bling and favorite. Sponsor: My RaceTime Tracker   Elite Tests Positive  Photo Tag Dash Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about 100 mile open track records. Everyone got into Way Too Cool. Kara Goucher is heading back to Colorado. Lake Sonoma 50 sold out in under an hour. RnR makes some changes to there USA race in Washington D.C. Turning race shirts into a quilt and wall art. Hopkinton gives support to a marathon museum. Signing up for Route 66 marathon. And our week in training.   100 Mile Open Track Records   Kara Goucher Returns to Colorado   RnR USA Improvements   Marathon Museum in Hopkinton   Display Race Shirts in Embroidery Hoops   Race Shirts Into Wall Art   Campus Quilt   Happy Dance Quilting Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we celebrate our 100th episode by taking a look back at the beginning to what got us into running and the reasons we continue to run. And most important a big thanks to you the listeners for being a part of our 100 episodes. Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about cold weather running and exercise induced asthma. Competitor Group replaces its CEO and CFO. The Rocky 50k took place in Philadelphia and we missed out. Race cancellations that happened this past weekend due to weather. Rock 'n' Roll series has new options for its Tour Pass in 2014. Our race recap of California International Marathon where it was literally freezing. And our week in training.   Competitor CEO Replaced   RnR Tour Pass   Rocky's 31 mile Run   St. Jude Memphis Marathon Cancelled   CIM Download

This week, we talk about runner gift ideas. Elena volunteers at a race aid station. The Runner's World Holiday Running Streak is underway. Lotteries for Way Too Cool 50k, Miwok 100k and New York City Marathon are open. Running away from a car at the Wings for Life World Run. Tinkerbell half marathon weekend is moving dates in 2015. Getting ready for CIM including a look back at our training plans. And our week in training.   Wings for life World Run  2013 New York City Marathon Video  Way to Cool 50k  Runners World Run Streak  Hal Higdon Multiple Marathon Plans Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about our experience running the RnR Las Vegas half marathon. Mary Cain is going pro. A coyote joins a cross country meet. RnR San Antonio is moving to December in 2014. Thanksgiving surpasses the 4th of July as the number one holiday for road racing. Our race recap of the inaugural Berkeley half marathon and our week in training.   Mary Cain Going Pro   Thanksgiving is No. 1 Day for Road Racing   RnR San Antonio Changing Dates   Coyote Joins Race Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about a thief being chased by a marathoner. Elena's volunteer experience and 5 reasons to volunteer at races. A 14 year old completes a marathon on all seven continents. A "ghost" runner almost wins a marathon. The Saucony G7 launch event we attended. Street Scramble is done...or is it? Trying out some new shoes. A Christmas Story run in Cleveland. November is National Running Safety Month. And our week in training.   5 Reasons to Volunteer  14 Year Old Finishes Marathons on all 7 Continents   Comparing Times in the Big Fall Marathons   Marathon led by Ghost Runner   Marathoner Foils Theft Attempt   DZLRUNNER   (G)O'Donnell Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we give an update on Mark's arm warmers and the winner of our first contest. We talk about the New York City Marathon including the 35 best signs seen at the race and the first 100 shoes that crossed the finish line. The USA Track and Field Championships are heading to Sacramento in 2014. Runtastic's new scale the Libra will be available this month. RunDisney revealed medals for the Tinkerbell half marathon, Princess half marathon and Glass Slipper Challenge. Lake Tahoe will be hosting a new 200 mile race in 2014. The hydration belt company iFitness is now Fitletic. The random draw for Nike Women's DC half marathon is now open. The Zombie Run takes over Run for Your Lives events. And our week in training. New York Marathon PonchosTrack and Field Championships return to SacramentoFirst 100 shoes in NY35 Best SignsTahoe 200Runtastic Libra Scaleifitness is now Fitletic Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about new qualifying standards for Western States Endurance Run 2015. Charity entries for the New York City Marathon are down this year. Mark looks for his arm warmers. Elena's race recap of the Rocky Ridge Half Marathon. And our week in training. New this week, our first contest: 1. Head over to our facebook page at facebook.com/embracerunning and like the page.2. After you listen to this episode post a comment on facebook with your funniest or most creative idea on where you think Marks arm warmers might be. Be sure to comment by November 4th, 5pm PST.3. One winner will be selected to receive a pair of Asics arm warmers and a few other special surprises. Must be U.S. resident to win.   Brazen Racing   Western States Qualifying   NYC Marathon Charity Entries Down Download

This week, we talk about a six year old running a half marathon. Ryan Hall is not running the New York City Marathon. Running on the horse track at the inaugural Let's Go 510. Elena's race report on the Nike Women's Half Marathon in San Francisco. And our week in training.   6 year old runs half   Ryan Hall out of NYC Marathon Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download

This week, we talk about sightseeing in Chicago and eating deep dish pizza. Also our full race recap of the Chicago Marathon.   Chicago Marathon   Kimetto Wins Chicago Like us on FacebookEmail comments and questions to   feedback (at) embracerunning [dot] com Download