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 2, 2023 · 52 min
PROJECT 2:59 Episode 8: Training Updates + Should You Train Through Sickness?, Doing Hard Things & Fueling For The Marathon
EPISODE 8! In today's episode, Alex and I recap the past week of training (or lack thereof); Alex and I discuss some recent training, gaining some momentum, should you train through sickness, the importance of doing something hard everyday, and all things fueling for the marathon. I hope you all enjoy today's episode as much as we did recording it. Considering sharing it with a friend if you enjoyed it or have enjoyed any of the episodes in the past! This is the quickest way we can grow. About this series: Introducing Project 2:59! Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15. This will be my first attempt at the marathon distance, and I have set the ambitious goal of running 2:59 or faster to break the three-hour barrier and qualify for a future edition of The Boston Marathon. Coaching me will be Alex Ostberg, 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. I will take you behind the scenes on my training, mindset, and more each week via podcast with Alex. We will dive into the ins and outs of marathon training, seeking to provide you value along the way. I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠⁠ -Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠⁠ -Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠⁠' -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Sep 30, 2023 · 35 min
The Story Of NCAA 200m Champion Udodi Onwuzurike | Running For Stanford/Nigeria, Becoming World Champ, & More
Today on the podcast is NCAA Champion from Stanford Udodi Onwuzurike! Udodi is a highly accomplished track and field athlete known for his exceptional speed and numerous accolades. He has made a significant impact in both collegiate and international competitions. In 2023, he became the NCAA Outdoor 200 Champion and earned the title of Pac-12 Men's Track Athlete of the Year. Udodi is a five-time All-American and holds various records, including the Pac-12 200 Record and multiple Stanford records in both indoor and outdoor events. His personal bests include an impressive 9.92 in the 100 meters and a remarkable 19.76 in the 200 meters. Udodi's achievements extend to the international stage, where he won the World U20 200 championship in 2021 and contributed to Nigeria's bronze medal in the 4x100 relay at the Commonwealth Games in 2022. His outstanding athleticism is complemented by his academic excellence, as evidenced by his Academic All-American and USTFCCCA All-Academic honors, making him a well-rounded student-athlete. In today's conversation, Udodi shares his story of upbringing in the sport of Track & Field, going to Stanford, the misconceptions of Stanford not being a sprint school, handling the balance of athletic and academic rigor, winning NCAAs, plans for Paris, and much more! This was a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the spring world. I hope you all take the time to listen and learn from the legend himself! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -2Before: Code: "THERUNNINGEFFECT30" for 30% off: ⁠https://2before.com/ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 28, 2023 · 52 min
Unlocking Peak Performance: Harnessing the Power of Your Mind With Mental Performance Expert Shannon Thompson
Today's podcast is an exploration into the world of mental performance and simple practical ways in which you can improve it to ultimately improve yourself as a runner and in everyday life. We go through this exploration with the one and only Shannon Thompson, MAPP, NCCP. This conversation particularly centers around "the race" and tools to tackle it mentally to reach your fullest potential. Shannon is the mental performance counselor who works closely with NAU, NAZ Elite, UA Dark Sky Distance, and a plethora of top professional runners. As an athlete and a coach, Shannon has always been fascinated by the psychology of well-being and achievement. Her interest regarding the power of the mind to impact an athlete’s performance and overall experience drove Shannon to complete an undergraduate degree in psychology, and then a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. In this conversation, Shannon goes deep on the benefits of focusing on mental performance, perspective, and a deep-dive into a mental model for racing. I am 100% confident that you'll learn new things about mental performance by listening to this episode and be able to implement easy practices into your daily routine that will help you become a better runner and version of yourself. Through listening to this podcast episode, you'll walk about with practical tools on improving mental performance that you can directly apply today. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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 you really enjoy the podcast, consider sharing it on social media to spread the word! The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S: -2Before: Code: "THERUNNINGEFFECT30" for 30% off: ⁠https://2before.com/ -Shannon's Website (info on the course mentioned on there): shannonthompsonmpc@wordpress.com -Subscribe to Shannon's Email List: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WlpWhWLCQki6x0 -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠
Sep 26, 2023 · 56 min
How Fueling Can Help You Cut Minutes Off Of Your Time: Inside The Fuel That Eliud Kipchoge & Keely Hodgkinson Use With Brian Livingston
Today on the podcast is Brian Livingston! Brian is the West Coast Marketplace Lead for Maurten, the fueling company that is used by the likes of Eliud Kipchoge & Keely Hodgkinson. Fueling is a complex subject that l've been wanting to dive into and there's no better person to do it with than Brian! He is extremely gifted in breaking down complex subjects in an engaging way. Brian is also a very accomplished runner in his own right with a Marathon PR of 2:21. Some of the subjects covered in today's episode include (but are not limited to): the importance of fueling, the myth of carbs being bad for you, the science of digestion, how fueling impacts recovery, your brain burning calories, baking soda in relation to lactic acid, and much more! I can't reccomend this episode enough! If you want to learn all there is to know about fueling, this episode is for you. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S CLEAN ENERGY: https://cleansmoothie.com/ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 24, 2023 · 51 min
PROJECT 2:59 Episode 7: The Science Of Building/Losing Fitness, Dealing With Doubts, & Building Momentum
EPISODE 7! In today's episode, Alex and I recap the past week of training (or lack thereof), how to not overthink pain, but also be rational about what your body is telling you, the science of building/losing fitness, how to handle doubts, how to build momentum in ways that don’t directly relate to the training itself, and much more! I hope you all enjoy today's episode as much as we did recording it. Considering sharing it with a friend if you enjoyed it or have enjoyed any of the episodes in the past! This is the quickest way we can grow. About this series: Introducing Project 2:59! Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15. This will be my first attempt at the marathon distance, and I have set the ambitious goal of running 2:59 or faster to break the three-hour barrier and qualify for a future edition of The Boston Marathon. Coaching me will be Alex Ostberg, 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. I will take you behind the scenes on my training, mindset, and more each week via podcast with Alex. We will dive into the ins and outs of marathon training, seeking to provide you value along the way. I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠⁠ -Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠⁠ -Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠⁠' -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Sep 22, 2023 · 40 min
ACC Champion Ethan Strand On His Pursuit Of Greatness Within The NCAA
Today on the podcast is ACC Champion, Ethan Strand! If you're not familiar with Ethan, he is a standout athlete whose achievements in both track and field and cross country are truly remarkable. In the 2023 indoor season, he showcased his incredible talent by winning his first career conference individual title in record-setting fashion, dominating the men's 3000 meters with a personal best and new UNC and ACC championship records of 7:46.48. He continued to excel, earning First-team All-ACC honors in the 3000m and contributing to the sixth-place finish of the All-America distance medley relay team at the NCAA Indoor Championship. His impressive performances extended to the outdoor season, where he secured second-team All-America status in the 1500m and became the ACC champion in the same event with a personal best time of 3:38.13. Ethan's dedication is not limited to the track, as he also earned a spot on the All-ACC Academic Team, highlighting his commitment to both athletics and academics. In cross country, he consistently delivered strong performances, finishing among the top runners in various races, showcasing his versatility as an athlete. Ethan's remarkable achievements are a testament to his exceptional talent and hard work in the world of collegiate athletics. In today's conversation, Ethan documents his journey within the sport. We discuss his start in the sport, where he became passionate about it, running for UNC, the impact of Coach Milt, contributing to an up-and-coming team, and much more! This was a very fun and insightful one. I hope you take the time to listen! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S CLEAN ENERGY: ⁠https://cleansmoothie.com/⁠ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 20, 2023 · 35 min
On & Canada's Ben Flanagan Shares His Reflections From The Most Succesful Season Of His Career
Fresh off of his first World Championships appearance is the one and only Ben Flanagan! If you're not familiar with Ben, he has slowly cemented himself as one of the best Canadian runners of all time in his few short years of being a professional runner. He is the Canadian half-marathon record holder with a time of 61:00 and has won the prestigious Falmouth Road Race three years in a row (gaining the name "The King of Falmouth" in the process). In addition, he won the 2018 NCAA 10k title while competing for the University of Michigan. Ben is currently sponsored by On Running and is a member of VNTC based out of Ann Arbor, Michigan. He just competed in his first World Championships in the 5k in Budapest, Hungary. In today's conversation, Ben recaps the past six months of his life and all the ups and downs that he's experienced. He goes into the chase of qualifying for his first World Champs, the race itself, what the rest of his year looks like, reflections, and much more. Any time I get to chop it up with Ben is a good time, and I hope you'll join us for this fun and insightful conversation! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -2Before: Code: "THERUNNINGEFFECT30" for 30% off: ⁠https://2before.com/ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 18, 2023 · 51 min
PROJECT 2:59 Episode 6: An Unexpected Test + What To Do In Situations Where You Have No Control
EPISODE 6! In today's episode, Alex and I recap my best week of training in quite some time. We dive into two specific workouts on opposite ends of the spectrum. We then go into two subjects about controlling the contrallbes and the next logical step. I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it! About this series: Introducing Project 2:59! Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15. This will be my first attempt at the marathon distance, and I have set the ambitious goal of running 2:59 or faster to break the three-hour barrier and qualify for a future edition of The Boston Marathon. Coaching me will be Alex Ostberg, 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. I will take you behind the scenes on my training, mindset, and more each week via podcast with Alex. We will dive into the ins and outs of marathon training, seeking to provide you value along the way. I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠⁠ -Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠⁠ -Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Sep 16, 2023 · 41 min
Run For Something Bigger Than Yourself With NCAA Champion Olivia Howell
Today on the podcast is NCAA Champion, Olivia Howell! If you're not familiar with Olivia, she is a remarkable athlete with a string of impressive accomplishments in track and field. As a First-Team All-Big Ten athlete, she consistently dominated in the Mile and 1500m events, clinching Big Ten titles and earning All-American status. Her achievements include setting facility records, such as her 4:34.00 mile at the NCAA Championships and personal bests in the 800m. Olivia's success extended beyond the track, as she also excelled academically, earning Academic All-Big Ten honors. Her passion for excellence and dedication to both her sport and studies reflect her outstanding character. Olivia's journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence in all aspects of her life. In today's episode, Olivia chronicles her journey through the sport at all stages. We go into each stage of her career and the different elements that made it. We also dive into her faith and running for something bigger than herself, as well as her recent transfer to UT. This episode was a ton of fun, and I thoroughly enjoyed and was inspired by Olivia! So tap into the Olivia Howell Special. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S CLEAN ENERGY: ⁠⁠https://cleansmoothie.com/⁠⁠ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠
Sep 14, 2023 · 1 hr 33 min
Running Through Hell: The Full Untold Story Of Easton Creed Allred
Today's episode is one of the most touching stories we've ever told on the podcast. Today, I have the extreme privilege of sharing the full story of Easton Allred. If you're not familiar with Easton, he was one of the best high school runners of his era. He ran PRs of 4:05.67 (Mile) and 8:58 (2-Mile at altitude). As a sophomore in high school, he placed 22nd at NXN and returned his junior year to place fifth behind legends like Nico Young and Cole Hocker. He won back-to-back team UHSAA 6A Cross Country State Championships (2018-19). Easton then went on to compete for BYU while he battled his health struggles. He ran 13:45 in the 5k and 4:04 in the Mile during his short time competing there. As his running career progressed, Easton started to experience severe health issues such as extreme nausea, anxiety, and more. After seeing dozens of doctors, he was found to have an anatomical disorder known as MALS. The syndrome involves compression of vital arteries branching from the aorta. This compression damages the nerves, causing them to send scrambled signals to the brain, which are interpreted as intense nausea and anxiety. Today's episode was moving beyond words, and I get emotional just thinking about all that Easton has gone through and overcome. In this episode, Easton goes through his full story and all that he has gone through and overcome. He walks me through all the ups and downs of his life, and the meaning behind it all. I can't stress this enough: take the time to listen to today's conversation. It will move you. Lastly, please share this episode with a friend who you think will benefit from hearing Easton's story. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Easton's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EastonTV/videos -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 12, 2023 · 49 min
NCAA Champ & HOKA Pro Runner Olin Hacker On His Pursuit Of Greatness
Today on the podcast is the one and only, Olin Hacker! Olin, a talented and dedicated runner hailing from Madison, Wisconsin, established himself as a rising star in the world of professional track and field. With an impressive background in both cross country and track, he followed in his father Tim's footsteps, who was an NCAA cross country champion. Olin's journey continued at the University of Wisconsin, where he earned an undergraduate degree in biology and a graduate degree in kinesiology while achieving notable personal bests in the mile (3:56.66), 3,000 meters (7:45.73), and 5,000 meters (13:19.34). His crowning achievement came in his senior year with a dramatic victory in the 5,000 meters at the NCAA Championships. In 2022, he turned professional and joined HOKA NAZ Elite, immediately making an impact with impressive performances, including runnings PRs of 7:38.10 (3k) and 13:09.94 (5k) and a win at the Festival of Miles. Olin's dedication and accomplishments reflect his promising future in the world of professional running. In today's episode, Olin goes through his very successful rookie season, his start in the sport, handling the ups and downs of the sport, and much more! This conversation was an absolute pleasure. Olin is always bringing the fun vibes and insightful answers. I hope you all enjoy today's episode as much as we did having it! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -2Before: Code: "THERUNNINGEFFECT30" for 30% off: https://2before.com/ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 10, 2023 · 53 min
PROJECT 2:59 Episode 5: Time To Get Gritty
EPISODE 5! In today's episode, I recap my best week of training in the past year and a half. Alex and I then dive into some Listener Qs, followed by a discussion of the intention for the week and more. We also touch on how to save your legs while traveling and other fun subjects. I hope you all enjoy this one as much as we did having it! About this series: Introducing Project 2:59! Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15. This will be my first attempt at the marathon distance, and I have set the ambitious goal of running 2:59 or faster to break the three-hour barrier and qualify for a future edition of The Boston Marathon. Coaching me will be Alex Ostberg, 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. I will take you behind the scenes on my training, mindset, and more each week via podcast with Alex. We will dive into the ins and outs of marathon training, seeking to provide you value along the way. I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠⁠ -Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠⁠ -Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Sep 8, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
American Record Holder Parker Stinson Shares Untold Stories From His Past Including Why He Almost Retired & More
Today's podcast is one of the best we've ever released. It is entertaining, deep, impactful, and will leave you walking away hearing one of the best stories from our sport. The man who makes his first appearance on the podcast today is Parker Stinson, the man who was one of the first athletes I looked up to when I became a fan of the sport in middle school. If you're not familiar with Parker, he is the US record holder in the 25K. He has seven top-three finishes in major road races over distances ranging from 10K to 25K. He is a nine-time All-American from the University of Oregon where he was third in the 5000 meters at back-to-back NCAA championships. Parker is the only person to win the 10,000 meters at the US Junior Championships three times. He also placed sixth at the IAAF Junior World Championships and won the Pan-Am Junior title. He currently holds a Marathon PR of 2:10:53. He is based out of Boulder, Colorado, where he runs for Roots Running, and has represented Saucony for his entire professional running career. In today's episode, Parker dives into his full story and paints the picture of where the sport has taken him; he dives into the ups, the downs, and everything in between. He shares untold stories such as almost retiring from the sport, and more. This is a top-five favorite podcast I've ever released. It's raw and emotional at times, but also entertaining and inspiring. Needless to say, this is one you will not want to miss. In fact, I'd be willing to bet you'll want to listen to it again after the first time. So, with all of that said, tap into the Parker Stinson Special. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 6, 2023 · 57 min
Master Of Change: How To Thrive In The Changes Of Your Life With Sustainability Expert Brad Stulberg
Change. It's something we all experience and grapple with. For athletes, change is a constant, and something that most regularly struggle to handle. Today, my friend Brad Stulberg returns to the podcast to discuss all things change and his insights on the subject after years of researching the topic. For those who aren't familiar with Brad, he researches, writes, and coaches on health, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He is the bestselling author of The Practice of Groundedness and co-author of Peak Performance. Stulberg regularly contributes to the New York Times, and his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Sports Illustrated, Outside Magazine, Forbes, and other outlets. He also serves as the co-host of The Growth Equation podcast and is on faculty at the University of Michigan’s Graduate School of Public Health. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes on their mental skills and overall well-being. In today's episode, Brad dives deep into his research surrounding change. We discuss developing a rugged and flexible mindset, identity, and actions. I learned a lot from this conversation and hope you'll take the time to learn from one of the brightest and most insightful voices in the world today. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S CLEAN ENERGY: https://cleansmoothie.com/ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠ -Get Master Of Change Today: https://a.co/d/2OHy02s -Follow Brad On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradstulberg/?hl=en -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Sep 4, 2023 · 52 min
PROJECT 2:59 Episode 4: Don't Count The Days, Make The Days Count.
EPISODE 4! In today's episode, Alex and I recap recent training, go into the intention for the week, being where your feet are, and much more. I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it! About this series: Introducing Project 2:59! Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15. This will be my first attempt at the marathon distance, and I have set the ambitious goal of running 2:59 or faster to break the three-hour barrier and qualify for a future edition of The Boston Marathon. Coaching me will be Alex Ostberg, 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. I will take you behind the scenes on my training, mindset, and more each week via podcast with Alex. We will dive into the ins and outs of marathon training, seeking to provide you value along the way. I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠⁠ -Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠⁠ -Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Sep 2, 2023 · 41 min
High School Sensation Jane Hedengren Shares Her Story, Running 4:35 In The Mile As A Sophomore, & Future Goals
Today on the podcast is one of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the country, Jane Hedengren! This past sophomore year, she set state records in the 1600-meter run, the mile, the 3000, and 2-mile this past season and swept the 800, 1600 and 3200 at the Class 5A state meet, leading her school to the state title. Hedengren clocked her state-best mile and 2-mile times, respectively, in a four-day span with victories at the Brooks PR Invitational (4:35.69) and Nike Outdoor Nationals (9:54.38). Her mile time ranked No. 1 among girls' prep competitors in 2023 and No. 8 in outdoor history. The 2-mile clocking ranked No. 3 nationally this spring and set a new sophomore national record. Her 9:24.56 in the 3,000 at the Penn Relays, where she took second, ranked No. 2 in the nation, and she secured her fourth state record by winning the 1600 at the BYU Invitational in 4:43.14. In today's conversation, Jane shares her story and all that has led her to this place of excellence. We dive into her start into the sport, her electric track season, building confidence, this upcoming season, and more. I hope you all take the chance to tune in and hear from one of the top rising stars in the nation! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -2Before 30% Off With Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT30": https://2before.com/ -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Aug 31, 2023 · 57 min
NCAA Champ, Team USA Member, & 3:51 Miler Joe Waskom Shares Stories From His Triumphs
Today on the podcast is one of the most accomplished NCAA runners of all-time (and he's not done yet!), Joe Waskom. If you're not familiar with Joe, he boasts an impressive track and field career highlighted by his numerous achievements. In 2023, he secured the Silver Medal at the U.S. Outdoor Championships and earned the title of NCAA Runner-Up at 1,500-Meters. His dedication to the sport has earned him multiple recognitions, including 2023 All-America First Team honors for both the 1,500m outdoor, the Mile, and Distance Medley Relay indoor events. He was the 2022 NCAA Champion at 1,500-Meters and the 2022 Pac-12 1,500m Champion. Waskom's personal records include a blazing 3:34.64 in the 1,500m, and a 3:51.90 school record in the Mile. He's made his mark not only athletically but also academically, earning a spot on the USTFCCCA All-Academic Team multiple times and receiving Pac-12 Spring Academic Honor Roll distinctions. Joe's commitment to excellence extends beyond the track, making him a well-rounded student-athlete. In today's conversation, Joe and I have a wide-ranging conversation on all things his career and successful past few years. We dive into his upbringing in the sport all the way up to his most recent performance at the 2023 World Track & Field Championships. Today's episode was one for the books, and I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠
Aug 29, 2023 · 53 min
An Inside Look At Being A World Class Athletic Trainer With Sarah Bair-Cross; Athletic Trainer For The Brooks Beasts
Today on the podcast is Sarah Bair-Cross! You've heard of the Brooks Beast, and I'm almost certain you've heard of your new World Champion in the 1500m, Josh Kerr. What do they have in common? Their athletic trainer, Sarah Bair-Cross. Today's conversation tells the story of how Sarah rose to prominence in her field of work and all the incredible work she is doing in the present day to get her athletes as far as possible in this sport. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and hearing Sarah's story. I hope you all enjoy it as much as we did having it! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Aug 27, 2023 · 51 min
PROJECT 2:59 Episode 3: How To Build Confidence, Detachment From Outcome, & Jakob Ingebrigtsen
EPISODE 3! In today's episode, I recap the last week of training, which included some big positives, and another low, all things confidence, a little World Champs discussion, and which is better a good coach or training partner. I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it! About this series: Introducing Project 2:59! Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on October 15. This will be my first attempt at the marathon distance, and I have set the ambitious goal of running 2:59 or faster to break the three-hour barrier and qualify for a future edition of The Boston Marathon. Coaching me will be Alex Ostberg, 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. I will take you behind the scenes on my training, mindset, and more each week via podcast with Alex. We will dive into the ins and outs of marathon training, seeking to provide you value along the way. I will also be documenting the training on social media so you can visually see the training and follow in a more in-depth way than ever before! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -SEE EVERY SINGLE RUN I DO On Final Surge: ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/athlete/therunningeffect⁠⁠ -Final Surge's Website: ⁠⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/⁠⁠ -Don't have a coach? Check out Final Surge's wide range of training plans written by some of the best coaches in the world (use code THERUNNINGEFFECT10 for 10% off!): ⁠https://www.finalsurge.com/trainingplans⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Aug 25, 2023 · 1 hr 11 min
NAU's Coach Jarred Cornfield On Creating A Culture Of Excllence | Lessons From Winning Six NCAA Titles In Seven Years + Coaching Nico Young, Abdi Nur, Luis Grijalva & More.
Today on the podcast is NAU's Assistant Coach Jarred Cornfield! Coach Cornfield, with a background in Sports Management and a master's degree in Educational Leadership from NAU, has spent eight years at Northern Arizona University, progressing from a Graduate Assistant Coach to his current role as an Assistant Coach, specializing in distance and mid-distance running. His coaching prowess is evident through his instrumental contributions to the Lumberjack teams' multiple victories at the Big Sky Championships and NCAA National Championships. Notably, he helped guide athletes like Luis Grijalva, Drew Bosley, Nico Young, and Abdihamid Nur to impressive feats, including NCAA titles and Olympic participation. Under his guidance, the men's track & field and cross country teams have achieved remarkable success, culminating in championship wins and numerous All-America honors. In today's conversation, I pick Coach Cornfield's brain on a plethora of subjects relating to NAU's success and his experience as a coach. I learned a ton from this conversation, and have already listened to it twice, learning something new every time. I hope you all take the time to listen to this episode as I know you'll learn from it immensely! You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." 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. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W N O T E S -GET 15% OFF VIVOBAREFOOT SHOES WITH CODE "THERUNNINGEFFECT15%": ⁠⁠⁠https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/⁠⁠⁠ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠