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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Aug 11, 2022 · 1 hr 14 min
Superstar Emily Cole Shares Wisdom, Stories, And Inspirations From Her Successful Life
Over the past years of podcasting, there are clear attributes that I hope every guest I have on has. Some of these are that they are inspirational, well-thought-out, enthusiastic, joyful, lighthearted, and full of wisdom. Emily Cole checked every one of those boxes because of that, this is one of (if not the) favorite podcast I’ve ever recorded! Behind the 88k followers on Instagram and 7.8 million likes on TikTok is a genuinely amazing human being. The 60-minute conversation that Emily and I had yesterday, is full of nuggets of wisdom. We dive into her wildly successful life from running, NIL, and her latest book, “The Players Plate”. We also touch on the importance of being well-rounded, why a strong support system is crucial in life, how her family has impacted her, life wisdom from her sister Julia Cole, and so so much more! This episode is packed from beginning to end with inspirations and stories that will inspire you to chase after those goals in life. This conversation truly left me walking away with a smile on my face and I’m confident it will do the same for you (: I will be having another conversation with Emily later this month for a deeper dive into her book, “The Players Plate”. So stay tuned for that! Until next time, enjoy my wonderful conversation with the wonderful and ever inspiring, Emily Cole! Graphic done by the talented: Xavier Gallo S H O W N O T E S -THE PLAYERS PLATE: https://theplayersplate.com/#new-release -Emily’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/eemilycolee?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Emily’s Duke Profile: https://goduke.com/sports/cross-country/roster/emily-cole/17484 -Julia Cole’s Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/48rpE75ZIsnfNFyojfYene?si=bCJU-rFTSRiNdxZX7KAUOw -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Aug 5, 2022 · 1 hr 31 min
A Masterclass in Physical Therapy With The World Class Colleen Little PT, DPT, OCS.
Back for her second appearance on the show is the world-class Colleen Little PT, DPT, OCS. Colleen is a full-time physical therapist for Nike working closely with the renowned Bowerman Track Club. In this episode, Colleen and I have a wide-ranging discussion on all things physical therapy. We dive deep into proven practices that will help you stay healthy, strong, and happy. We also touch on why nutrition and sleep are crucial, the importance of mindset when coming back from injury, how shoes play a factor in performance or injury, and so much more! Lastly, we go into some of your listener questions: from foot pronation to Colleen’s three favorite exercises to stay healthy. We also talk about weird warm-up routines, how they originated, and more! Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify and support the sponsors who support us (: Graphic done by the talented: Xavier Gallo S H O W N O T E S Colleen's Instagram: https://instagram.com/colleen0205?utm_medium=copy_link Colleen's BTC Profile: https://www.bowermantc.com/colleen-little-staff-bio -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Aug 1, 2022 · 1 hr 1 min
Track & Social Media Star Masai Russell Shares Insights, Reflections, & Wisdom From Her Successful Career
Over the past year, Masai Russell has taken over not only on the track this past year, but also social media. As of writing this, she has 189k followers on Instagram. In high school, Masai was an Eight-Time National Champion and in addition to this, was a 2xNational Record holder. Currently while at the University of Kentucky she’s an 11-time All-American. She will be returning to Kentucky for one more year so watch out. While many see Masai on social media or lighting up the track, very few actually see who she is beyond these things. In this podcast, we seek to understand Masai and her story better. You’ll hear insights and wisdom throughout this episode from Masai. I’ve interviewed very few guests over the years as wise as Masai is. This is a really fun, lighthearted, and inspiring conversation! I hope you all enjoy this one as much as I did. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify and support the sponsors who support us (: Graphic done by the talented: Xavier Gallo S H O W N O T E S -Masai’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/masai_russell?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Masai’s Kentucky Profile: https://ukathletics.com/sports/track/roster/player/masai-russell/ -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jul 26, 2022 · 54 min
Stanford’s Cole Sprout Shares Reflections From His Successful Career + What He Has Planned For The Future
Many athletes run fast. Few are genuinely kind people and do good things off the track. Even fewer are both. Today’s guest, Cole Sprout, is undoubtedly both. In high school, Cole took down national records and is now crushing the competition with his team Stanford. Off the track, Cole is a genuinely great person and impacts those around him. In this conversation, Cole and I go all over the spectrum. We talk about his beginning in the start of running, what it was like to cement his legacy in Colorado, Stanford things, what he’d make Gordon Ramsay for dinner, and discuss if he’d ever steal Charles Hicks clout and start a YouTube channel. This is an enjoyable, lighthearted, and inspiring conversation! I hope you all enjoy this one as much as I did. P.S: I had the flu when I recorded with Cole, so excuse sick Dom. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: Graphic done by the talented: Xavier Gallo S H O W N O T E S -Cole’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/colecsprout?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Cole’s Stanford Profile: https://gostanford.com/sports/cross-country/roster/cole-sprout/18539 -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jul 23, 2022 · 49 min
The Origins Of Stoke Performance With Founders James & Wilkerson | A Story Of Creating A Successful Company From The Bottom
The majority of twenty-eight-year-olds are living a life of status quo. Very few branch out and make something new. At the age of twenty-eight James Perez & Wilkerson Given challenged the status quo and started Stoke Performance. A company that produces a world-class product and has a meaningful mission behind the product! From our very first interaction, I was immediately very impressed with James & Wilkerson as people. Their hard work ethic and dedication from day 1 to this company have resulted in a world-class product that has helped so many people! In this episode, James & Wilkerson dive into the origins of their relationship with each other. We talk about all things starting a company: the challenges that accompany it, lessons learned, fun stories, and more! The most refreshing thing within a company is when the people are better than the product. I can certainly say that’s the case with Stoke Performance. One thing I can say confidently is that Stoke Performance is going to have a big impact in the coming years. If you’re interested in using this product, you can get 10% of all products with code “THERUNNINGEFFECT”. In addition, we get a small commission from sales using that code so you are directly contributing to the future of this podcast! P. S. if you buy Stoke Performance using our code and aren’t satisfied, email me or DM me and I will fully refund your purchase. That’s how confident I am that you’ll enjoy it and find value in it. S H O W N O T E S -Stoke Performance Instagram: https://stokeperformance.com/ -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/ -Stoke Performance Instagram: https://instagram.com/stokeperformance?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com
Jul 8, 2022 · 50 min
Shannon Thompson, MAPP, NCCP Gives A Masterclass in Mindset & Mental Performance Pt. 2
Today’s conversation is one that will greatly help you in all aspects of life. How will it do that you might ask? Well, today’s conversation is all about the mind and mental performance. These things affect our daily lives and running more than we might think they do. Who better to have this conversation with than my good friend and mental performance counselor Shannon Thompson. Shannon currently has a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology. She works closely with many high-performing individuals every single day. Putting it best, “Her approach is science-based, philosophical, and spiritual. She draws upon empirical research and the literary arts to help each individual perform at his or her best consistently.” This is a two-part series. The first episode is a background on Shannon and some beginning mental performance topics. The second episode is more of a deep dive into specific topics. Both conversations are equally amazing and I hope you will take the time to listen to both of them! Shannon has been supporting the podcast from day one. She was my second ever guest so quite a bit has changed since we last spoke. It was not only great to catch up, but also to deep-deep into some subjects we’ve previously discussed before. Please like, subscribe, and share with your if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S -MENTAL PERFORMANCE TRAINING: https://hypo2sport.com/mental-performance/ -Shannon’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleighthompson?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jul 6, 2022 · 46 min
Shannon Thompson, MAPP, NCCP Gives A Masterclass in Mindset & Mental Performance Pt. 1
Today’s conversation is one that will greatly help you in all aspects of life. How will it do that you might ask? Well, today’s conversation is all about the mind and mental performance. These things affect our daily lives and running more than we might think they do. Who better to have this conversation with than my good friend and mental performance counselor Shannon Thompson. Shannon currently has a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology. She works closely with many high-performing individuals every single day. Putting it best, “Her approach is science-based, philosophical, and spiritual. She draws upon empirical research and the literary arts to help each individual perform at his or her best consistently.” This is a two-part series. The first episode is a background on Shannon and some beginning mental performance topics. The second episode is more of a deep dive into specific topics. Both conversations are equally amazing and I hope you will take the time to listen to both of them! Shannon has been supporting the podcast from day one. She was my second ever guest so quite a bit has changed since we last spoke. It was not only great to catch up, but also to deep-deep into some subjects we’ve previously discussed before. Please like, subscribe, and share with your if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S -MENTAL PERFORMANCE TRAINING: https://hypo2sport.com/mental-performance/ -Shannon’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleighthompson?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jul 3, 2022 · 50 min
Elizabeth Whaley Shares Reflections From Her Successful High School Career | Looking To The Future
In today’s podcast episode, I have the great privilege of speaking with my friend, Elizabeth Whaley. Elizabeth recently graduated from Indian Hills high school. During her four years there she made her mark on Ohio women’s distance running constantly raising the bar. In this episode, we dive into lessons learned from her storied career, memories made, races run, and so much more! Elizabeth is easily one of the most well-spoken guests I’ve ever had on the podcast! She quite honestly blew me away with her thoughtful responses and joyful spirit. Maybe she has a future in podcasting. Elizabeth will be headed off to Wake Forest where I can confidently say she will make a significant impact in the coming years! Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S -Elizabeth’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/e_whale?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jun 30, 2022 · 56 min
Chasing After History With Oregon Legend Wes Shipsey
Many people want to be good at something. Very few put in the work to be good. My guest today on the podcast Wes Shipsey is someone who puts in hours of work each day in order to reach his potential. In his words, “You get out what you put in.” That’s the reason behind his 80-mile weeks and absurd workouts like 20x400 in an average of 61 seconds. Wes also ran his state meet with a fever of 103 degrees. I looked up the definition of dedicated and a picture of Wes came up. Not only is Wes fast, but very well-spoken. I was very impressed with his in-depth responses to my questions and insight into his career so far. Wes currently attends Central Catholic high school, the Alma Mater of Galen Rupp. Keep your eyes out for Wes in the coming year as he chases after history. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify and support the sponsors who support us Liquid IV & Stoke Performance (: S H O W N O T E S -Wes’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/wes_shipsey?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jun 28, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min
Hannah Steelman Shares Her Wisdom On Being Process Oriented, The Importance of A Strong Culture, & Cooking Dinner For Gordon Ramsay
I love every podcast I do, but every now and again one really impacts me. Today’s episode with Hannah Steelman did that. Hannah most recently graduated from the University of North Carolina State and signed her first professional contract with On Running. Aside from her accolades on the track, Hannah is full of wisdom and inspiration on so many topics. In this episode we dive into the importance of being process-oriented, staying focused on yourself, the importance faith has played in Hannah’s running/life, and so many other meaningful subjects! Lastly, we answer your unique listener questions. We talk about Drake, making Gordon Ramsay dinner, and the three things she’ll miss most about her Wolfpack Hannah is someone who I’m so grateful to have had the privilege of talking to. I sincerely can’t wait to see what she does in this next stage of her life! Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify and support the sponsors who support us (: S H O W N O T E S -Emma Coburn Interview: https://youtu.be/p2pzZ_ln9M8 -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jun 25, 2022 · 41 min
Simeon Birnbaum Speaks On Being The 2nd Youngest Person Ever To Break 4 Minutes In The Mile
Most kids dream of breaking four minutes in the mile. Very few take the steps to realize this goal. Simeon Birnbaum is one of those kids who never thought he could run as fast as he did, but worked his butt off to be in a position to break this huge barrier. All the more impressive is Simeon working through the brutal conditions of South Dakota, consistently battling harsh winds and other conditions every single day. In this episode, we go through Simeon's start in the sport of running all the way up to his sub-4 race. We discuss many different topics that relate to his career. Lastly, we answer your unique listener questions. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Simeon. His hard work ethic, determination, and enthusiasm for this sport is inspiring. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify and support the sponsors who support us. Use code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get discounts on all products from Stoke Performance & Liquid IV (: S H O W N O T E S -Final Lap of Brooks PR Mile: https://youtu.be/YcWidIymh8k -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 15% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com/ -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jun 23, 2022 · 31 min
Parker Valby Speaks On Coming Back From Injuries, Helping Her Team Win NCAAs, & Her Future
In today’s episode of the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with Parker Valby. Parker is an accomplished runner who competes for the University of Florida. Most recently, Parker placed second in the NCAA Women’s 5k after only a few weeks of training after coming back from a broken foot. Those points scored helped her team clinch the team title! In this episode, we dive into Parker’s upbringing in the sport from starting to smashing state records in high school. We then go into her time at the University of Florida and this past NCAAs. Lastly, we answer your unique listener questions. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Parker! Her hard work ethic, determination, and enthusiasm for this sport is inspiring. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends if you enjoyed today’s episode! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify and support the sponsors who support us (: S H O W N O T E S Parker's NCAA Championship Race Footage: https://youtu.be/C0-Vit1wbgg -Parker's Flordia Profile: https://floridagators.com/sports/track-and-field/roster/parker-valby/14947 -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 15% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com/ -Stoke Performance Nut Butter (Use Code "THERUNNINGEFFECT" to get 10% off): https://stokeperformance.com/
Jun 20, 2022 · 41 min
Nico Young Reflects On Placing 3rd At NCAAs & Preparing For USAs
“I think it’s the best environment there is. We have an amazing team dynamic going on that I think has helped raise everyone to the next level. It’s not just that we push each other in practice, but we care about each other as human beings outside of practice.” Nico Young is back for his second appearance on the podcast! In today’s episode, we recap what the past few months have been like for Nico after a very successful indoor season. We go through running the third-fastest time ever in the NCAA 5k (he ran 13:11), qualifying for his first NCAA outdoor championships, and then ultimately what it was like to place third in those championships. We also go into Nico’s preparation, mindset, and more going into his second-ever US championships. Lastly, we answer your unique listener questions. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends to help us out! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S -Nico's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nico__young__/?hl=en -Nico's NAU Profile: https://nauathletics.com/sports/track-and-field/roster/nico-young/5448 -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Liquid IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Nico’s first appearance on the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0TEcnjxGoFwBmHaEUwCwsB?si=y82IQWrZTs6-qqOX-4c1HA
Jun 17, 2022 · 43 min
Rheinhardt Harrison Shares Lessons, Reflections, & Inspirations From His Storied Career
Rheinhardt Harrison started running at the age of three. Fifteen years later, he became the 16th American high school boy to ever break four minutes in the mile. In this episode, Reinhardt chronicles all the ups and downs of his career. From his start in the sport to dealing with immense pressure after running 4:00 in the mile as a sophomore to this past year of racing. This episode is an in-depth look at the career of Rheinhardt Harrison and the lessons and reflections that he’s taken away from it. We also go through the creation of Rheinhardt’s YouTube channel where he has reached over 500,000 views since its beginning. Lastly, we go into your unique listener questions. You get to hear all about Rheinhardt’s pet gator It was a blast having Rheinhardt on the show. He’s got such a great work ethic and brings the same to this interview. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends to help us out! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Rheinhardt’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/rheinharrison?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= -Liqiud IV (USE CODE “THETHERUNNINGEFFECT” to get 25% off): https://www.liquid-iv.com -Rheinhardt’s YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/user/rheinharrison
Jun 14, 2022 · 53 min
Joel Ibler Lillesø Speaks On Setting History & Wanting To Be The Greatest Runner Of All Time
In today’s episode of the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with Joel Ibler Lillesø. Joel has lighted the track on fire since he first started running for his country Denmark. Just in this last year, Joel is the European U20 champion and has run 13:29 in the 5k. Joel is on a quest to be the greatest runner of all time. This episode was a blast. Joel has such a great personality and that definitely shows in this episode. We go through his story, breaking records, running in America, being compared to Jakob, and his future plans. If you don’t already, make sure you follow Joel. Saying this kid is the next Jakob Ingebrigtsen is an understatement. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends to help us out! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S Joel's Instagram: https://instagram.com/joelibler?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en Our Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/594109
Jun 10, 2022 · 28 min
Connor Burns Speaks On Running 3:58.83 In The Mile As A Junior In High School
On June 2, 2022, Connor Burns wrote his name into the history books by becoming the 15th high school American boy to break four minutes in the mile. His time of 3:58.83 puts him as the #7 at the distance all time. Many were scratching their heads on the night of June 2. I was too. So I sent a message to Connor within seconds of him finishing to see if he’d be willing to do an interview. This podcast is a deep-dive into Connor’s history in the sport, his historic race on June 2, and his plans for the future. This episode is a fun and insightful one! Looking to the future, Connor is far from satisfied. Alan Webb’s high school national record of 3:53.42 may only last one more year… As he stated on the podcast, “Kind of looking at that national record for Alan Webb. Definitely see if that’s in the cards or not, but definitely am eyeing that down…” Next up, you can catch him doubling the distance in his pursuit of a national title at the Brooks PR 2-mile presented by @soundrunning
Jun 7, 2022 · 46 min
Matt Wisner Speaks On Running For The University of Oregon, New Generation Track & Field, & Writing
In today’s episode of the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with accomplished runner and writer, Matt Wisner. Matt excels on and off the track. On the track, Matt graduated from the University of Oregon where he had a successful career. Off the track, Matt is an accomplished writer. He got his Master's Degree in Journalism. Matt has written many impressive pieces that have been featured in New Generation Track & Field’s magazine. We also go through your listener questions! And of course, we go through the Coffee Club Pod beef and what Matt thinks of the 4xMile WR attempt. It was great having Matt on the podcast and hearing his story. Matt is full of enthusiasm for the sport and has a bright future ahead of him, both on and off the track. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends to help us out! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S NGTF's Website: https://www.newgenerationtf.com/ Matt's Oregon Profile: https://goducks.com/sports/track-and-field/roster/matt-wisner/10319 Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattwisner/ Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/
Jun 3, 2022 · 50 min
Sean McGorty Speaks After Making His First US National Team: Lessons and Reflections From This Race.
Back for his third appearance on the podcast is the man, the myth, the legend, Sean McGorty. Sean is fresh off of making his first US national team in the 10k! Last Friday, Sean placed third in USATF 10k National Championships. This race was as thrilling as they come. Sean was in sixth with 110m to go and he used a monster kick to make his dream come true of representing his country on a global stage. Sean has had five significant surgeries in the last five years. When many people would have thrown in the towel, Sean kept working and dreaming. Setback after setback couldn’t hold Sean back. Some call him the King of Comebacks. This episode was a really fun one! Sean and I both basically had a 47min conversation and it just happened to be recorded (: nothing too serious or formal, just two friends talking about some recent events! We also go through your listener questions. We even take one from the legend himself Mathew Centrowitz. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends to help us out! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify (: S H O W N O T E S Sean's BTC Profile: https://www.bowermantc.com/sean-mcgorty-bio Sean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spmcgorty12/?hl=en Second Episode with Sean: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rOPoyo96TjBU0KZ2ovuex?si=sCpK3m4ASWmnMYuBb1RqUw First Episode with Sean: https://youtu.be/wnOzkL34HyM Race Commentary with Sean: https://youtu.be/ua_UqeP9ero
May 24, 2022 · 1 hr 31 min
Shelby Houlihan Speaks On A Year Of Hell: Her 4 Year Ban, Her Story, Biggest Misconceptions, Why She's Clean, & More.
On June 9, 2021, Olympian & American Record Holder Shelby Houlihan was banned from the sport of running for four years. Over the past 11 months, Shelby has done anything and everything to prove her innocence. She’s done things that cost a fortune just to try and bring back the thing she loves: competing and training at the highest level possible. Despite mounting evidence helping prove her innocence, the AIU ruled Shelby Houlihan guilty of taking a performance-enhancing substance. This takes out four critical years of her career. As her coach, Jerry Schumacher says, “She just might be the best 1500m runner in the world this year, but we will never get the opportunity to find out. And that’s a tragedy.” Shelby has devoted her whole life to reaching the pinnacle of the sport. She’s gotten to where she is through hard work, passion, dedication, and a mindset like no other. Nowhere along the way has Shelby ever taken shortcuts or done anything illegal. At the youngest of ages growing up in Sioux City, Iowa, Shelby would tell her mom, “Mom, I’m going to be the best. I’m going to be somebody someday.” The one thing Shelby has not been able to do is to speak publicly about her ban due to not wanting to upset the AIU during her appeals process. Over the past 11 months, Shelby, her teammates, and her family have all been subject to extraordinary slander and hatred. This episode is Shelby’s side of the story. What actually happened behind the scenes and how this process has affected her life. You may disagree or not believe in Shelby, but I sincerely ask you to listen to this episode. You will benefit greatly from hearing Shelby’s vulnerability, heart, and openness in sharing her story. We could be here endlessly debating all the different facts of the case, evidence on both sides, and much more. But that’s not what we’re here to do. All we’re here to do is give Shelby an opportunity to share her heart, give her side of the story in full, and give her the opportunity to answer every misconception about the situation. As Shelby’s coach Shalane Flanagan stated, “We are living in a nightmare that we can’t seem to wake up from.” I will always stand for those who I believe in. I believe in Shelby Houlihan and you should too. Shelby Houlihan is a hill I’m willing to die on. #justiceforshelby S H O W N O T E S Shelby’s Website with additional info and all the studies and facts cited in today's conversation: https://www.clearshelby.com Shelby’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/shelbo800?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Shelby Houlihan’s Suspension Is a Track & Field Tragedy: https://www.letsrun.com/news/2021/06/shelby-houlihans-suspension-is-a-track-field-tragedy/ You Don’t Know Shelby Houlihan: https://www.womensrunning.com/culture/people/you-dont-know-shelby-houlihan/ Statement From Coach Jerry Schumacher: https://www.bowermantc.com/new-blog/2021/6/14/statement-from-coach-jerry-schumacher My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en
May 19, 2022 · 50 min
The Woman Behind The Success Of The Bowerman Track Club: Emily Pritt Shares Her Story
In episode sixty-six of The Running Effect, I have the great privilege of speaking with Emily Pritt. Emily is the Director of Brand Marketing at the Bowerman Track Club. She's also the Youth Club Director and a Nike Campus Coach. In addition to this, Emily is an Athlete Services Manager at Flynn Sports. In this episode, we go through all of this and more! Emily chronicles her journey in the sport of running, the lessons it's taught her, and more. She then takes us through all the amazing work she does over at The Bowerman Track Club. Emily goes through her career in marketing and her journey to the positions she now holds. Emily is one of those people who is vital to the success of the athletes. Every athlete I've talked to on BTC about Emily has talked about how hard-working and vital Emily is to the team. Many people see the results of the Bowerman Track Club, but don't see the people behind their success. One of the main people behind their success who gets little recognition is Emily. Last, but not least, Emily talks about the BTC High School Running Camp! She goes through the creation of the camp and pitches the idea to all of you high schoolers to sign up. So I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as I did! Emily's positive spirit is contagious and her story is inspiring to say the least. Please like, subscribe, and share with your friends to help us out! You can also give us a five-star review on Spotify. Emily will be back soon! S H O W N O T E S Emily's BTC Profile: https://www.bowermantc.com/emily-pritt-coach-bio BTC Camp: https://www.bowermantc.com/2022-btcamp Emily's Instagram: https://instagram.com/emily_pritt?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en