THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

Dominic Schlueter

The Running Effect tells the best stories in running—and turns them into insight, inspiration, and tools to help competitive runners become greater.
Every week, host Dominic Schlueter sits down with the fastest, smartest, and most inspiring people in the sport—from Olympic medalists to breakthrough athletes—to unpack the stories, lessons, and mindset behind elite performance. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or looking to understand how greatness is built, The Running Effect will make you a deeper fan of the sport—and a better runner.

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Oct 24, 2024 · 34 min
North Carolina Commit Jack Bowen Shares Insights From His Senior Campaign Including Running 14:41, His Training, & Hopes Of A National Title
The kid the nation is sleeping on arrives on the podcast today. His name is Jack Bowen. And this guy just ran 14:41 to beat a STAR-STUDDED field at the Nike Twilight XC Meet. Jack holds PRs of 1:55 (800m), 4:09 (1600m), 4:10 (Mile), 8:56 (3200m), and 14:40 (5k XC). He was a part of the Nike Indoor Nationals championship-winning team in the 4x800m, was 5th in the Mile at the same meet, and is a 2x Runner-Up Tennessee D2-AA State Championship. In today's conversation, Jack takes me through his recent remarkable results, his recent progression, what his training looks like, his win at the Nike Twighlight XC Festival, his ambitions for Foot Locker, his committing to UNC, and so much more. You can catch Jack race the FL South Regional on November 30 for a chance at qualifying for glory at Balboa Park two weeks later. Tap into the Jack Bowen Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 22, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
How One Mentor Transformed My Life: A Deep Dive Into Mentorship & Lessons Of Successful People With Alex Ostberg
One email I sent five years ago changed the trajectory of my life. It was an email to Alex Ostberg, a Stanford student-athlete at the time. Alex quickly became a mentor to me and that drastically changed the outcomes in my life and heavily affected me startingThe Running Effect. Today's conversation centers around mentorship, the importance of a mentor, where to find a mentor, and many other subjects, including the power of saying "yes" when you're young, embracing serendipity, and recognizing the unexpected value in opportunities that might feel random at first. We also dive into why doubling down on what works and avoiding mistakes is a smarter strategy than constantly seeking brilliance or novelty, along with many, many other points and quotes! In regards to Alex Ostberg, if you're not familiar with him, he is a seven-time All-American who holds PRs of 3:58 in the Mile, 7:49 in the 3k, and 13:18 in the 5k. He has a Bachelor's Degree in human biology, a minor in psychology, and a master's in public health. Alex graduated from Stanford before getting his masters from the University of North Carolina. Earlier this year, Alex accepted a position as an Assistant Coach at Nike's Bowerman Track Club. If you listen to this episode and find it impactful, PLEASE shoot me a DM or Email and let me know what impacted you or why you enjoyed it! If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 20, 2024 · 40 min
From A 5:44 Mile At Six Years Old To A Top High Schooler In The Country: The Story Of Daniel Skandera
One of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the country, Daniel Skandera, comes on the podcast today to share his story! Daniel has one of the most INSANE resumes as a junior in high school. He's a 4x USATF Junior Olympic National Champion. He's also set over FIFTY age-group world records ranging from 600m-5000m and ages 5-12. He was 14th at 2023 Footlocker South Regionals, but the 1st underclassman and 3rd best non-senior. He went onto to become the 2023 RunningLane XC Champion as a sophomore. Daniel returns to the 2024 Foot Locker meet looking for a little redemption. He holds PRs of 4:10 (1600m), 8:53 (3200m), and 15:05 (XC). In today's conversation, Daniel takes me through his insane career, how he got started in the sport at such a young age, attacking every world age group record, his progression in high school, what making Foot Locker would mean to him andso much more! This one is packed with fun stories and great insights. Don't miss it! Tap into the Daniel Skandera Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 18, 2024 · 41 min
A Conversation With One Of The Rising Stars In The NCAA: Rocky Hansen | Exclusive Insights On His Rapid Ascent In Sport
Today on the podcast is the legend, Rocky Hansen! Rocky competes for Wake Forest University. Rocky has run 1:50.85 (800m), 3:58 (Mile), 7:56 (3k), 13:44 (5k), and 23:06 for 8k on the grass. Most recently Rocky placed 2nd at Nuttycombe, and last year was 2nd team All-American in the 5000m outdoors. He was the 18th high schooler to break 4 minutes in the mile and the first in North Carolina. Rocky is one of the biggest up-and-coming runners in the NCAA, and so we wanted to get him back on the podcast to explore his recent accent in the NCAA and break down the future of RH. In today's conversation, Rocky takes me through his incredible performance at Nuttycombe, his track season, dealing with injury and setback last fall, how Wake Forest is looking as a team, the differences in training high school vs. college, his hopes for the NCAA XC Championships next month, and much more! Tap into the Rocky Hansen Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 16, 2024 · 39 min
Olympian & 3xNCAA Champion Juliette Whitaker Shares Exclusive Insights From Her Breakout Year & Placing 7th In The World In The 800m
Olympian Juliette Whittaker returns to the podcast after the 2024 Paris Olympics! Juliette Whittaker, a 2024 Olympic 800-meter finalist, has earned three NCAA championships, including two in the 800 meters (indoors and outdoors, 2024) and one in the indoor distance medley relay (2023). A seven-time All-American, she claimed the Pac-12 800-meter title in 2023 and was named the Pac-12 Women's Track and Field Freshman of the Year. Juliette is the school-record holder in the indoor and outdoor 800 meters, indoor mile, indoor 4x400 relay, and both indoor and outdoor distance medley relays. Her accolades include being named the Stanford Athletics Board Conference Athlete of the Year (2023) and the Board Block 'S' Outstanding Sophomore (2024). Additionally, she was the U.S. under-20 800 champion in 2022 and holds the national high school outdoor record in the event. Juliette contributed to two NCAA West Region Cross Country team championships (2022, 2023) and excelled academically as a 2024 Academic All-American, a two-time USTFCCCA All-Academic honoree (2023, 2024), and a four-time member of the Pac-12 Academic Honor Roll. She placed 7th in the Olympic final. Juliette has run 1:57.76 (800m), 4:12.49 (1500m), and 4:30.92 (Mile). In today's conversation, we recap her Olympic season, winning another NCAA championship, the road to get to her goals, the importance of dreaming big, her ambitions for the future, lessons from it all, and so much more! Tap into the Juliette Whittaker Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 14, 2024 · 36 min
Undefeated Benji Anderson Shares His Passion For Trails, Track, & Going Out With A Bang For His Senior Year
Undefeated Benji Anderson hops on the podcast today! Benji is one of the top boys in the class of 2025 and recently commited to run for the University of Notre Dame. Benji holds PRs of 1:54.05 (800m), 4:15.26 (1600m), 8:52.12 (3200m), and 14:48 (5k). Benji is a 2023 Footlocker All-American, and the #3 returner in 2024. He's a 3xState-Runner Up. He's a 2x4x800m state record-holder and state champion. He also is a 2xColorado State classification record-holder (freshman and sophomore5k). Benji also excels on the trails, where he is the National High School Trail Running Champion. In today's conversation, Benji takes me through his career, his undefeated season thus far, his ambitions for the rest of the year, being one of the first HOKA NIL athletes, his passion for the trails and so much more! Tap into the Benji Anderson Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 11, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
2xOlympian & 4xUS National Champion Elise Cranny Shares Her Insights On How How To Have A Sustainable Career & Flourish Within The Sport Of Running
THE ELISE CRANNY SPECIAL IS HERE A 60-minute masterclass on flourishing within the sport of running. Elise tackles some tough questions surrounding how to go about the sport in a sustainable way while still pursuing big goals. If you're not familiar with Elise, she's a 2xOlympian, 4xUS Champion, and US National Record Holder in the Outdoor 3k. She has had one of the most dominant opening stretches to a career in US Women's distance running. In college, Elise competed for Stanford University, where she had one of the most dominant careers in Stanford history, going on to become a 12-time All-American. She was also a two-time Pac-12 champion. In high school, she won two cross-country state championships, as well as two state track titles in the 800, 1600, and 3200. Elise also competed at the 2014 World Junior Championships and finished fourth in the 1500m. In today's conversation, Elise takes me through reflections from her 2024 season, her coaching change, and the impact Coach Jared Cornfield has had, how to flourish in the sport of running, how to approach running more sustainability, and SO much more! This is definitely one of the most insightful podcasts I've ever heard. Do not miss this one. You will be blessed by the wisdom shared. Tap into the Elise Cranny Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 9, 2024 · 37 min
4:09 Miler & Colorado Commit Jack Graffeo Shares His Quest For Glory & Chase For A National Title
Jack Graffeo joins the podcast leading into his quest for glory in December. Jack has run 4:09.8 (Mile), 8:52.67 (2-Mile), and 14:41.50 in the 5k. He's a Footlocker All-American, NBON Runner-up in the 2-Mile, and was a part of the NBON 5th place team in the DMR. Jack comes into the 2024 XC season looking to capture his first national title. In today's conversation, Jack takes me through his journey in sport, his experience at FLCXC23', his ambitions for 2024 and what a win would mean to him, how he's coming back from a small setback, what his training looks like, and much more! Through listening to this conversation, you'll have a firsthand look at the training and mindset of one of the top high school boys in the country and gain wisdom from his insights regarding his career and success. Tap into the Jack Graffeo Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -REGISTER FOR FOOT LOCKER REGIONALS: http://footlockercc.com -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 7, 2024 · 35 min
Rylee Blade Shares Exclusive Insights From Her National Record Of 15:20 In The 3-Mile & Her Journey That Has Led To This Point
Today on the podcast is the top-ranked high school girl in the country, Rylee Blade! Before she got into the sport, she played soccer for 10 years at a highly competitive level. In her short time as a runner, she has lit the high school world on fire. She was the CIF State Champion in the 1600 and 3200m in 2023, and won the 3200m again in 2024. She was also the 2023 CIF XC State Champion and will look to defend her title in 2024. This past spring, she became the 2024 Nike Outdoor Nationals 5k Champion. So far this season, she won the prestigious Woodbridge Invitational running 15:20.3 to set a meet and national record by eight seconds. Rylee has run 2:14.61 (800m), 4:46.54 (Mile), 10:02.19 (3200m), and 15:20.3 in the 3 Mile XC. Rylee is committed to run for Flordia State University next fall. In today's conversation, Rylee takes me through her journey in sport, her national-record and what went into it, how she deals with setbacks, her ambitions for the rest of her season and future, the training she's been doing, and much more! Tap into the Rylee Blade Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 5, 2024 · 49 min
Sinclaire Johnson Shares Honest Reflections On Her Ups & Downs In 2024, Her New Coach And Training Setup, & Lessons From Her Successful Career
Back on the podcast is Sinclaire Johnson! Sinclaire holds PRs of 1:59 (800m), 3:56 (1500m), and 8:37 in the 3k. While running at Oklahoma State University, she was the 2019 NCAA Champion in the 1500m. She was the 2022 USATF Outdoor 1500m Champion where she then went on to place 6th at the 2022 World Championships hosted in Eugene, Oregon. She is the 6th fastest US woman all-time in the 1500m. Sinclaire runs for NIKE and announces on this podcast her new coach and training setup... In addition to discussing this, Sinclaire walks me through her 2024 season, the setbacks she experienced, and lessons she learned from them, her approach to 2025 and beyond, and so much more! I always have so many takeaways after my conversations with Sinclaire due to her openness and vulnerability when discussing her running. Take the time to listen to this one as I know it will bless you! Tap into the Sinclaire Johnson Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Oct 2, 2024 · 1 hr 14 min
NIKE's Sean McGorty Shares Lessons & Reflections From His 2024 Season + His Thoughts On NIL, Old XC Stories, & More
Sean McGorty recaps his 2024 season on the podcast today! Sean holds PRs of 3:33.67 (1500m), 3:53 (Mile), 7:32.79 (3k), 8:20.77 (Steeplechase), 13:02.13 (5k), and 27:18.15 (10k). Sean was also a part of the 4x1500m AR team. Sean made the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, where he made both the 5k and 10k teams! Sean also made the 2022 World Championships in the 10k. Sean competes for Nike's Bowerman Track Club and has for his entire professional career. For those who aren't familiar with Sean, he has a long history of success from the time he was in high school. In high school, he won more state-championships and had more accolades than one could remember. In college, Sean became an NCAA Champion in the 5k at Stanford University and pushed forward that program to a new level in his years of representing the farm. In today's conversation, Sean takes me through his 2024 season, the ups/downs, and everything in between. We discuss his ambitions for the future, why humans are hard on themselves, reflections from his career thus far, XC stories from back in the day, and much more. Anytime I get Sean on the podcast, it's a deep, thoughtful conversation. Today is no different! You won't want to miss this one. Tap into the Sean McGorty Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 30, 2024 · 55 min
Olympian & Spanish Record Holder Mario Garcia Romo Shares Reflections From His 2024 Season
The Spanish Rocket Mario Garcia Romo returns to the podcast. Mario holds PRs of 1:46.9 (800m), 3:47 (Mile - Spanish National Record), 4:49 (2k), & 7:34 (3k). Mario placed 4th at the 2022 World Champions in Eugene, Oregon, and then placed 6th in the 1500m at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, Hungary, and had multiple top performances at Diamond Leagues around the world. In high school, Mario had personal bests of 1:50.66 in the 800m, 3:42.35 in the 1500m, and 8:12 in the 3000m. Mario then went to Ole Miss, where he quickly made a name for himself as one of the top runners in the nation. Mario was a 7-time All-American & 6-time SEC Champion. Perhaps the pinnacle of his NCAA years, Mario won the Mile at the 2022 Indoor Track and Field Championships. He placed fourth at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon. That same summer, he placed third at the European Championships in the 1500m. In today's conversation, Mario takes me through his 2024 season in full. We discuss his time / performance at the Olympics, his injury and how he's recovering, his mindset on how the year went, if he thinks Jakob should move on from the 1500m, and so much more! Tap into the Mario Garcia Romo Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 27, 2024 · 48 min
3xGeorgetown School-Record Holder Chloe Scrimgeour Shares The Ins & Outs Of NCAA Running
Today on the podcast is multiple-time All-American Chloe Scrimgeour! Chloe competes for Georgetown University, where she's been absolutely dominant over the years. Chloe is a 5xAll-American, a 4xBig East Champion, and the School Record Holder in the 3k, 5k, and 10k. She holds PRs of 8:50 (3k), 15:21 (5k), 32:29 (10k), and 19:28 (6k on grass). In today's conversation, Chloe takes me through her journey in sport, her ambitions for her last year at Georgetown, how she balances school and running, why she doesn't like social-media, her NIL with Brooks, and much more! It was a fun time learning about one of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the NCAA! Take the time to listen to the story of Chloe! Tap into the Chloe Scrimgeour Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 25, 2024 · 1 hr 12 min
Former Notre Dame School Record Holder Ron Markezich Shares Stories & Lessons From His Successful Career On & Off The Track + Lessons From Parenting An NCAA Champion
Today on the podcast is former Notre Dame school-record holder, Ron Markezich! On April 13, 1989, Ron ran 28:44 in the 10k to set a new Notre Dame school record that would last two decades. He was also an All-American in XC placing 11th on the grass. In high school, Ron won state titles and did some crazy things, like running 9:05 in the 3200m as a sophomore (unheard of for the 80s). After his successful years in the sport, he transitioned into corporate life where he was unbelievably successful, becomingan executive at Microsoft. He is currently the CEO of Lighthouse. He has four kids: Jordan, Cambria, Olivia, and Andrea. Three of them went onto run in the NCAA and Olivia is currently a professional runner for On and won an NCAA title in the Steeplchase last June. In today's conversation, Ron takes me through his years of running growing up, what training was like back in the day, his legendary recruiting visit to Notre Dame, his years at Notre Dame, transitioning out of the sport, lessons from his successful years at Microsoft, parenting, and much more! This was genuinely one of my favorite conversations I've had this year. It is thoroughly entertaining, while also beingjam-packed with wisdom. The perfect podcast for your next run. Tap into the Ron Markezich Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 23, 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
"I Want All The Records" | SHELBY HOULIHAN IS BACK: Her Plan To Return To Track In 2025, Mile World Record Attempt In January, Not Wearing Supershoes, What Group She's Joining & More
Shelby Houlihan returns in less than four months. On January 15 2025 her suspension will be lifted. And she can compete against the world's best once again. As she starts her buildup to the redemption tour, I wanted to get her back on the podcast to spill the tea on all she's been up to and how she's planning on coming back. Shelby is a 13xUS National Champion, a 2016 Olympian, and the American Record Holder in the 1500m where she ran that in the 2019 World Championships in Doha where she placed 4th. She is also a World-Record Holder in the Women's 4x1500m. She holds PRs of 1:59.92 (800m), 3:54.99 (1500m), and 14:23.92 in the 5k. In college, she was the first student at Arizona State University to win a national individual title in the outdoor 1,500. Shelby was a 12-time NCAA Division I All-American, the second most in Arizona State history, and an NCAA Track champion. In today's conversation, Shelby takes me through her plans to return to track, a potentially world-record attempt as her first race back, what brand/group she's joining, her takes on supershoes and why she's never worn them, and an in-depth look at her training. You won't want to miss this one. Tap into the Shelby Houlihan Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 21, 2024 · 56 min
Professional Decathlete Jack Flood On How To Turn Your Life Around, Praying Big Prayers, His Journey Within Social-Media, Being 6'5/200IQ, & How To Crack The Top 1%
Today on the podcast is the one and only Jack Flood (6'5 btw). Jack isn't just a jacked, 6'5, 200IQ man. He's also incredibly accomplished in Track & Field. He was the D3 National Champion in both the Heptathlon and Decathlon. He has placed top 10 at USAs every year since 2019 expect for 2023 because of a no height. He was 9th at the 2021 US Olympic Trials, and 5th in 2024. He has a following of over 300k and has worked with brands like Chipotle, Canes, Panda Express, Choq, Mr. Beast and isnow helping others grow their personal brand. In today's conversation, Jack takes me through his process of creating content on social media, how the (6'5 btw) trend started, how to get the most out of your life, how to stop caring about what other people think about you, and so much more! Anytime I get Jack on the podcast, I'm always ready to run through a brick wall afterward. You will NOT want to miss this one. Lace-up your shoes, hit the pavement, and learn some lessons from one of the greats, Jack Flood. Also - DM me after you listen with any thoughts. I want to hear how this one impacted you! Tap into the Jack Flood Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 19, 2024 · 47 min
She Never Thought She Would Run Again To Olympic Bronze Medal & British Record: The INCREDIBLE Story Of Georgia Bell
THE GEORGIA BELL SPECIAL Georgia won Bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the Women's 1500m. In her 17 races this season across 10 countries, she was absolutely dominant. She became a National Champion, European Silver Medalist, set a British Record, and as stated before, placed third in the Olympics. Georgia holds PRs of 1:56.28 (800m) & 3:52.61 (1500m). What makes this season all the more remarkable is that Georgia had fully stepped away from the sport just a few short years ago. Her progression over the past few years is nothing short of amazing and inspiring. I hope you'll take the time to be inspired by GB's INCREDIBLE story! In this one, we discuss her quitting her job to go all-in on running full-time, what went into this year of growth, her experience at the Olympics, how this year sets her up for future, and so much more. Tap into the Georgia Bell Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 17, 2024 · 57 min
Stanford Alum & Pro-Runner Tai Dinger On How To Get The Most Out Of Your Running While Thriving In Life
Today's episode is incredibly insightful & will help you in both your running and life. I have the privilege of speaking with Tai Dinger again on the podcast. Tai has run 3:57 in the Mile & 13:23 in the 5k. He was 3rd at the US Road 5k Champs in 2023 and has a few other top-10 finishes on the roads. Tai holds a BS in Biology and a Masters in Management science and Engineering from Stanford University. He also has a PhD in Health Policy. He is currently attending Harvard for Law School. I'd be willing to bet this is the wisest guy you'll listen to today. In today's conversation, Tai takes me through his past year of going all-in on running, what Coach Milt taught him about how you can have everything, but not at once, his studies and what they've taught him, pacing Elise Cranny in her buildup to the Olympics, and so much more! A lot of wisdom in this one. Perfect for your next run. Tap into the Tai Dinger Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 15, 2024 · 59 min
NCAA Champion & 3:32 1500m Runner Nathan Green On His Upbringing, What It Means To Be A Good Teammate, & What It Takes To Be Great
Back on the podcast is the one and only Nathan Green! If you're not familiar with Nathan, he was the 2023 NCAA Outdoor 1,500m Champion and the 2023 Pac-12 1,500m Champion. In 2023 he also was All-America First Team (1,500m, Outdoors | Mile and DMR, Indoors). This year, Nathan placed 5th at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials in the 1500m, running a PR of 3:32.2 in the final and becoming the top collegiate. Back in 2022, Nathan was the U.S. Junior 1,500m Champion! In today's conversation, Nathan takes me behind the scenes of the 2024 XC UW team, joining the B1G, what makes a good teammate, his upbringing and how it's shaped his pursuit of sport, and so much more! This conversation was actually world-class and one of my favorite conversations I've recorded in the past few months. Tap into the Nathan Green Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com
Sep 12, 2024 · 1 hr 23 min
Olympian & US Champion Robby Andrews Shares Insights On What People Get Wrong About Retiring, Coaching, & What It Takes To Be Great At Running
Today on the podcast is NCAA Champion, US Olympian, and Coach, Robby Andrews! He recently launched his coaching business called "Miles to Go" where he hopes to help athletes reach their goals no matter where their journey is starting. Robby has run 1:44.71 (800m), 3:34.78 (1500m), and 3:53.16 (Mile). Back in HS, Andrews attended Manalapan High School. As a senior in 2009, he set the U.S. high school indoor records for both the 800m, at 1:49.21, and the 1000m, at 2:22.28. In today's conversation, Robby takes me through stepping away from the sport, if his incredible success early on was a blessing or curse, his foray into coaching, and much much more! I really loved this one. Robby is one of a kind and brings a lot of great wisdom to the table, on top of being a fun, energetic guy. Don't miss this one! Tap into the Robby Andrews Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend! S H O W N O T E S -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Newsletter: https://therunningeffect.substack.com