Life in Stride

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Goal of the podcast: serve as a safe haven for the “try hard” amateur who loves to balance the demands of family, work and life while building their fastest self. We’re all about chasing smiles, miles and PRs.

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Aug 27, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
#170 Taggart Van Etten - Chasing the US 100 Mile Record
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Taggart Van Etten! Taggart was one of our original guests on Life in Stride, if you want to get to know him more check that first one out! Taggart recently announced he will be going after the American record in the 100 miler at Tunnel Hill this year. This is about a 6:40 pace/mile. There will be good competition there so it should be an exciting race! We chatted about fueling and training for that kind of effort. We also talked about chasing the OTQ time, Chris meeting Taggart at a wedding, and more! Enjoy! FOLLOW TAGGART: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taggart_vanetten?igsh=NmdhNmk0Z3AxNXUw Strava: https://strava.app.link/Dnc06CkQaWb FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Aug 22, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
#168 Shane Burke - Inside his Battle with Brain Cancer and Becoming an Ironman
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Shane Burke! Shane has an amazing story we are excited to share with you. In February 2021, he was diagnosed with brain cancer. After several rounds of chemo, he was in remission by the fall of 2021! He started running in 2022, and worked his way from a half marathon all the way up to a full Ironman in Lake Placid this July! Shane is an extremely motivated individual and wants to push his limits. We can’t wait to see what he does next! FOLLOW SHANE! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iron.burke?igsh=dTc5YnJ6NnZicDQ1 Strava: strava.app.link/2hWKjJO5tTb FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Aug 19, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
#167 Eric Floberg - Chicago Training Update, No Time Series Breakdown, Focusing on Your Passions
Link to donate to St. Jude: https://bit.ly/44RS7D6 On this episode, the boys had on special guest Eric Floberg! We started off chatting about Eric’s upcoming half and how he is hoping to perform. We also talked about how his Chicago build is going! We also talked about his new YT series “No Time” and how it all came to be. He planned this series months in advance and as you know, it’s been really special so far! Finally, we got into some career discussion. Eric talked about building multiple revenue streams and focusing on what he is passionate about and in turn he has a successful career with ultimate flexibility. As we said on the intro, we love Flo. Such a good episode with him as always, we are thankful for his friendship! Enjoy! FOLLOW ERIC YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@flobergruns?si=K_ndScHD4umwSAqT STRAVA: https://strava.app.link/jyMmW6RfjIb INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/floberg.runs/ FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Aug 15, 2025 · 53 min
#166 Johannes Motchsmann - Berlin Sub 2:10 Preview, Training in St. Moritz, Solving Cramp Problems
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Johannes Motschmann! This is Johannes third time on the pod and it’s always a fun chat with him! He is currently in St. Moritz training for a sub 2:10 attempt at the Berlin Marathon next month. The last time we chatted, he was coming off a dissapointing Boston Marathon. He has made some exciting changes in his training going into Berlin that we talked about on this episode! Best of luck in Berlin Johannes!!! FOLLOW JOHANNES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johannes.motschmann?igsh=MTZoZnhzcW9rZ3d1NQ== STRAVA: https://strava.app.link/vYDFELIjbRb FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Aug 12, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
#165 - How to Defeat Burnout, Favorite Workouts, Danny Quits Zyn
On this episode, the boys went off on a bunch of tangents. The big news at the top of the show was Danny seems to have defeated his Zyn addiction. A massive W. Besides that, we have some thoughts on how to avoid burnout in training, talked about our favorite workouts, future race plans, and more! Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Aug 8, 2025 · 54 min
#164 - USA Outdoor Track Drama & Hot Takes, Interpreting Scotty’s Dreams, Treadmills & ChatGPT Tips
On this episode, the boys fumbled some communication with a guest and had a spur of the moment banter episode. As you can imagine based on the title, this one is chaotic and a lot of fun. We talked about USA Outdoor Track Champs but focused on some of the more dramatic things: Sha’Carri’s arrest, Lyles vs Bednarek beef, and more! We also chatted about Scotty’s recent odd dreams, treadmills, ChatGPT, and other randomness. Enjoy and leave a review :) FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Aug 6, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
#163 Everett Smulders - Lactate is My Trigger Word, Finishing an Ultraman, Moving to Amsterdam
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Everett Smulders! Everett is a sub-4 miler and 2 x NCAA D1 All American. Post-collegiately, he is a full time coach living in Amsterdam. He has done marathons, Ironmans, ultra marathons, and even an ULTRAMAN (listen for that story- it’s crazy). This was a really entertaining pod! Everett has a strong personality and that comes through on some of the topics discussed, such as lactate and HR training. Make sure you give him a follow below! FOLLOW EVERETT https://www.instagram.com/coachsmulders?igsh=MWlyNmFydGYxaWRubA== FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Aug 2, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
#162 - How to Choose a Marathon, Importance of Doing Hard Things, The State of Pro Running
On this episode, the boys did a little banter for your long run!!!!! We chatted about how we pick the marathons we choose. This can range from cost of travel, weather, friends also running the race, etc. We also talked about the importance of doing hard things and how a lot of life is very frictionless right now. It’s important to get out of your comfort zone and do hard/uncomfortable things to grow. Is that why so many people are running now? Finally, we covered some pro running news. Grand Slam Track hasn’t paid out their prize money to athletes yet and people are getting angry! Also- USA outdoor track champs are this weekend. Enjoy!! FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 29, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
#161 Wyatt Moss - Living Out Your Wildest Dream Through Faith and Finding Purpose
On this episode, the boys had on legendary Wyatt Moss. Wyatt just finished visiting all 7 Wonders of the World and we got to hear some stories behind that amazing trip (including not being allowed in Brazil !!!). We also got some info on Wyatt’s next challenge: Hitchhiking to all 50 States. As always, this conversation with Wyatt was super interesting and inspiring. He explained the importance of his faith and the reason he has been pursuing all of these challenges. And yes of course - he is still getting his 1 mile a day run in 😀 Enjoy! FOLLOW WYATT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyttmoss/profilecard/?igsh=MXVxN2NqaTBzYzljaw== Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mosswyatt?lang=en&is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=mobile&sender_web_id=7443951715237643822 FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX EPISODE RECOMMENDATIONS Floberg Runs Interview https://open.spotify.com/episode/6RGaNfIRG4CniQzk1ENQmZ?si=-_-hcW8dTJ-7TglucQYK2A Sobriety and Running 2:42 in the Marathon https://open.spotify.com/episode/7rUxttltzUH6LxG8Rc84AS?si=dCOzMjQVS0yPY9FwzIlh2A
Jul 25, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
#160 Dream Podcast Guests, Danny’s Chipotle Addiction, Our Running Hacks
On this episode, the boys had some fun banter to get you through your long run this weekend! Chipotle’s rewards system has been letting Danny know where he ranks in amount of Chipotle purchased in the US, and you will want to tune in for that (it’s stunning) lol. We also had an interesting conversation about guests we want to have on the pod (both running and non-running) and some summer running hacks/tips for you! Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 22, 2025 · 1 hr 36 min
#159 Brady Holmer - Will Creatine Make You Faster? 2:24 at Boston, Kenyan Doping
On this episode, the boys had special guest Brady Holmer back on. Brady is an expert on all things physiology and we just enjoy bantering with him too! We talked creatine, discussed the Kenyan doping issues more, and also got Brady’s recap of running 2:24 at the Boston Marathon a few months ago! This was a fun chat, leave us a comment if you enjoyed! FOLLOW BRADY X: https://x.com/B_Holmer Strava: https://strava.app.link/a1EYBlCC6Ob BRADY’S NEWSLETTERS Physiologically Speaking: https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/ Run Long Run Healthy: https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/ FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 18, 2025 · 52 min
#158 - Reacting to Ruth Chepngetich Doping News, Power Ranking Fruit, Tour de France
On this episode, the boyz hopped on a quick lunch podcast to talk about the new doping news out of Kenya. Unfortunately the women’s marathon world record holder has failed a drug test, we talk about what that means for the sport! We also talked about our favorite fruits, the Tour de France, the future of the pod a little bit, and more! Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 16, 2025 · 1 hr 5 min
#157 Scotty’s Chicago Weekend, Training Update (Strieg Injured), Starting Major Beef?
On this episode, the boys had some lunch time banter! We talked about Scotty’s weekend visiting Floberg in Chicago, training updates for all three of us, and maybe start some Guinness World Record beef? Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 12, 2025 · 56 min
#156 Zouhair Talbi - America’s New World Class Marathoner, What It Takes to Run 2:06
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Zouhair Talbi! Zouhair is a 2:06 Marathoner (Houston course record), finished 5th in his debut at Boston, and recently became an American citizen! This is a huge deal for the US marathoning scene as Zouhair is instantly a favorite for the US Olympic Marathon Team. We had a great conversation about coming to the US from Morocco, running in the NAIA, and his marathon career to date. Zouhair is very motivated but humble. We enjoyed getting to know him and hope you do too! FOLLOW ZOUHAIR INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/zouhairathle?igsh=MXR6NjR3YjU1amQ2Mw== FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 8, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
#155 Phil Gore - World Record Holder for the Backyard Ultra
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Phil Gore. Phil recently won the Dead Cow Gully Backyard Ultra in a world record of 119 loops, which is about 500 miles/800km of running over 5 days. Stunningly, his last lap of the course was his fastest. Not only that, but he also ran a sub-18 5k just two days after the race. This was a really insightful episode. Phil gave us his top 3 keys to success and also previewed his future race plans. Enjoy! FOLLOW PHIL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/phil.gore.ultrarunner?igsh=MWR5anMxbjZyNmdrMw== FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 6, 2025 · 1 hr 58 min
#154 Banter With the Boys - Live From Scotty’s
On this episode, the boys were all together and had to get a pod in. We were hanging out at Scotty’s house and had several friends hop on too. This one was random and hilarious, lots of running talk and lots of non running talk to. A few beers were drank on this one… lol. ENJOY! FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jul 1, 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
#153 Hugo Fry - Elite Marathoning (2:19 PB) with Occasional Shenanigans (2:26 in a Mario Costume)
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Hugo Fry! Hugo is a 2:19 marathoner from London who has two Guinness World Records for costume marathons (Mario Costume 2:26, Santa Costume 2:33). He also recently ran from Philadelphia to New York (100 miles) in partnership with his employer DAZN (we will let you listen to this hilarious story on the pod). Hugo was one of our most fun podcasts. He is an elite athlete with 2:19/1:05 PR’s, but he also likes to have a lot of fun with the sport and do things that excite him. He had a ton of funny stories to share on this episode, you will enjoy this one a lot. Follow Hugo below! INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/hugo.fry?igsh=b2puZ201YnM1cmV5 FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jun 27, 2025 · 1 hr 17 min
#152 Sage Canaday - Youngest Olympic Marathon Qualifier, Crazy Ultra Stories, Partying w/ Des Linden
On this episode, the boys had on professional ultra runner Sage Canaday! Sage is a Hoka athlete and is currently based out of Colorado. He started his pro career with the Hanson Brooks group in Michigan and we got some great stories from that time. He was actually the youngest Olympic Trials qualifer the year he qualified, at just 21 years old! After lowering his marathon time to 2:16, he moved to ultra and has been working with Hoka for 11 years! He has won Lake Sonoma 50 twice, and ran legendary races like UTMB. Sage has a lot of amazing stories and we got to hear a few from these races over the years. We also touched on Sage’s running post pulmonary embolism, which set him back a bit but he is running pretty well again now, breaking 2:30 at Boston this year! This was a lot of fun, Sage is super personable and loves talking running. Enjoy! FOLLOW SAGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagecanaday?igsh=dnk3ODVhZDZzc2I3 FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jun 25, 2025 · 58 min
#151 - 4th of July 5K Preview, Ran to Japan Conspiracy Theory, Unqualified Science
On this episode, the boys had some fun banter! We previewed our 4th of July 5k, talked Ran to Japan conspiracy theories, made totally unqualified scientific takes, and more! Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX
Jun 23, 2025 · 57 min
#150 Katie Camarena - Top 3 Training & Recovery Tips, Making World XC Team, Joining Team Meridia
On this episode, the boys had on special guest Katie Camarena! Katie is a professional runner for Saucony with very impressive PRs including a 15:10 5k and 4:07 1500. She also made the World US XC Team in 2024! Katie is now based in Boulder, CO and is part of professional group Team Meridia after spending time with Tinman Elite. She gave us some tips on training and recovery, as well as some insights into what life is like as a pro runner. Enjoy! FOLLOW KATIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieecamarena?igsh=MWkxejFzc3o4a2cybA== FOLLOW US ON STRAVA Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210 CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifeinstridepodcast/ SWIFTWICK SOCKS https://swiftwick.com/ 15% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE KEN COMBS RUNNING STORE https://www.kencombsrunningstore.com/ 10% off code: LIFEINSTRIDE MASON CONSTRUCTION https://www.masonconstructionanddev.com/ EAGLES AUTISM FOUNDATION https://fundraisers.eaglesautismfoundation.org/anthony-knauer SWITCHBACK ELECTROLYTES https://goswitchback.co?sca_ref=6278891.uVBEGmtjbbUlcGPZ 15% Off Code: OTQBOYZ Paul Michael Donahue Memorial Foundationhttps://pmdmemorialfoundation.com/ CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://youtube.com/@LifeInStridePodcast?si=icd7XfQ4HMmuBRyX