THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

Back like they never left are Lex and Leo Young on the podcast.

Since their last appearance, Leo has placed 16th in the world at the 2023 World XC Championships in Bathurst, Australia, as well as ran a 3:40 1500m against a stacked field of professional runners. Lex has placed third at New Balance Indoor Nationals in the 5k running a blistering time of 14:00.64. He ran 3:47 in a competitive 1500m a few weeks later. Tonight, Lex will be competing in the 5k at the Brian Clay Invite, heating up the track for Leo, who is tackling the 1500m tomorrow.

In this episode, Lex and Leo go in-depth into their recent races, their plans for this spring, opinions on the new CIF Rule, Youtube things, and much more. Needless to say, this episode is packed with insights, wisdom, and inspiration. Lex and Leo never fail to deliver a fire podcast episode, and today is no exception. I hope you all take the time to listen, as I know it will be both inspiring and entertaining.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-GET YOUR FREE SAMPLE PACK OF LMNT: drinklmnt.com/therunningeffect

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

-L&L's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LLexandleovloggs

Episode 3 of The Call Room With Connor Burns & Simeon Birnbaum! Simeon ran a state record, meet record, and high school record of 8:34.10 at the 2023 Arcadia Invitational. Connor followed behind in a new Missouri state record of 8:41. Today's episode is a massive recap of that race with many other topics weaved in throughout. 

ABOUT THE CALL ROOM: Introducing The Call Room With Connor Burns & Simeon Birnbaum. 

The Running Effect will document their season in-depth this outdoor track season. Each week, Connor and Simeon will pull back the curtain and show you how they train physically and mentally and handle failure, adversity, and the ups and downs that ensue this season. 

Connor Burns ran 3:58.83 in the mile last June, becoming the first high schooler from Missouri to break the four-minute barrier. He is also a reigning national champion in the 3200m and became the fifth-ever high schooler to break four minutes in the mile indoors by running 3:59.11. Most recently, Connor became a national champion indoors in the 2-mile by running 8:43.24. Connor has committed to run for The University of Oregon this fall. 

Simeon Birnbaum is the first sixteen-year-old in America to break four minutes in the mile. He did this by running a 3:59.51 while winning a national title in that same race. Simeon also holds a personal best of 1:50.12 in the 800m. Simeon holds the South Dakota state records in the 3200m, 1600m, and 800m. Simeon has committed to run for The University of Oregon this fall. 

This season Connor and Simeon are chasing history; we are here to document it in a historic and unprecedented fashion. Over the coming months, Connor and Simeon will dive deep into their outdoor campaign leading into big invitationals, state championships, national record attempts, and national meets. We will go into their training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way!

This series is presented by Hoka, who recently launched their state-of-the-art track spikes, the Cielo MD & LD! They are lightweight, propulsive, and exhilarating, making race pace feel more comfortable than ever. 

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-Pick up Hoka's world-class spike that just launched: ⁠⁠https://www.hoka.com/en/us/spikes/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc_brand&gclid=Cj0KCQjww4-hBhCtARIsAC9gR3a2BLmnxk2iV0RkSsNgSykzLhprDfGDzMHaMciob_8HJO58W9JglpMaAmrSEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds⁠⁠

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠

-Connor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connor_burnsy/?hl=en

-Simeon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simeonbirnbaum/?hl=en

Sam Bush joins the podcast!

Sam currently competes for the University of North Carolina State (aka NC State), where she has been a dominant force within the NCAA. Sam is a 3xAll-American and was the 2022 ACC Outdoor 5k Champion in the 5k. She has helped her team win back-to-back NCAA Cross Country team titles in 2021 and 2022. In high school, Sam had ten top-five finishes at Ohio State meets and an All-Ohio Scholar Athlete. She also was a 2019 Adidas Dream Mile qualifier

In this conversation, Sam walks us through her beginnings in the sport, running in the state of Ohio, the transition into NC State, winning back-to-back NCAA titles, winning the ACC Outdoor 5k, building confidence, future goals, and frying an egg for Gordon Ramsay.

This conversation was fantastic and I'm sure you'll enjoy and find value from 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. 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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-Our Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠

-Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sambush1/?hl=en

Today on the podcast is Coach, Entrepreneur, Content Creator, and accomplished runner Jeremy Miller.

In 2018, Jeremy had never run more than a mile... Fast forward four years, Jeremy has been continuously learning, working, and striving to be a better runner. He has run several half marathons, marathons, a 52-mile ultramarathon, and qualified for the NYC Marathon and the coveted Boston Marathon. Jeremy has slowly become a close friend despite our little time knowing each other. He is full of wisdom and is truly making a special life for himself that is impacting millions of lives.

In this conversation, Jeremy goes through his start in the sport, and his future ambitions. We discuss delayed gratification, creating vs documenting, how he views the potential TikTok ban, his training buildup to the Boston Marathon, and more!

If you're looking for a conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and motivated, you won't want to miss this one with Jeremy. Whether you're an athlete looking to improve your performance or simply seeking inspiration to tackle your next challenge, Jeremy's perspectives are sure to leave you with a renewed sense of purpose and determination. So, get ready to crush your next run and take on whatever comes your way after listening to Jeremy's words of wisdom.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

-Jeremy's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/67FVfucGJx6brzoqFXUN0c?si=17f0a145594b4a2b

-Jeremy's Website: https://www.jeremymiller.io/

-Jeremy's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jeremymille.r/?hl=en

Back on the podcast, today is the one and only, Vanessa Fraser!

Vanessa is a pro runner for Nike and is coached by the legendary Shalane Flanagan. She holds PRs of 4:09 in the 1500m, 14:48 in the 5k, and 31:52 in the 10k. In college, she was one of the most storied runners in Stanford history, where she was a 7xAll-American, and her school record of 15:09 in the 5k still stands. Last year Vanessa began working at Benchmark Venture Capital, where she has thrived in this new environment while still pursuing her dreams on the track.

In this conversation, Vanessa takes me through her decision to go into the Venture Capitalist world, her reflections on setbacks, and her goals for running, life, and business this next year.

I always enjoy my conversations with Vanessa, and today was no exception! She always brings deep insights that impact me (and I'm confident they'll impact you too!)

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-GET YOUR FREE SAMPLE PACK OF LMNT: drinklmnt.com/therunningeffect

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

-Vannesa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nessafraser/

Episode 2 is a massive preview of the prestigious Arcadia Invitational, a recap of the previous week of training, Simeon's journey of playing the Saxophone, and Connor beating kids blindfolded in Chess. This episode is an all-time great. I hope you all enjoy as much as we did, and stay tuned in Episode 3 to see if that NR of 8:33 is lowered. 

ABOUT THE CALL ROOM: Introducing The Call Room With Connor Burns & Simeon Birnbaum. 

The Running Effect will document their season in-depth this outdoor track season. Each week, Connor and Simeon will pull back the curtain and show you how they train physically and mentally and handle failure, adversity, and the ups and downs that ensue this season. 

Connor Burns ran 3:58.83 in the mile last June, becoming the first high schooler from Missouri to break the four-minute barrier. He is also a reigning national champion in the 3200m and became the fifth-ever high schooler to break four minutes in the mile indoors by running 3:59.11. Most recently, Connor became a national champion indoors in the 2-mile by running 8:43.24. Connor has committed to run for The University of Oregon this fall. 

Simeon Birnbaum is the first sixteen-year-old in America to break four minutes in the mile. He did this by running a 3:59.51 while winning a national title in that same race. Simeon also holds a personal best of 1:50.12 in the 800m. Simeon holds the South Dakota state records in the 3200m, 1600m, and 800m. Simeon has committed to run for The University of Oregon this fall. 

This season Connor and Simeon are chasing history; we are here to document it in a historic and unprecedented fashion. Over the coming months, Connor and Simeon will dive deep into their outdoor campaign leading into big invitationals, state championships, national record attempts, and national meets. We will go into their training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way!

This series is presented by Hoka, who recently launched their state-of-the-art track spikes, the Cielo MD & LD! They are lightweight, propulsive, and exhilarating, making race pace feel more comfortable than ever. 

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-Pick up Hoka's world-class spike that just launched: ⁠https://www.hoka.com/en/us/spikes/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc_brand&gclid=Cj0KCQjww4-hBhCtARIsAC9gR3a2BLmnxk2iV0RkSsNgSykzLhprDfGDzMHaMciob_8HJO58W9JglpMaAmrSEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds⁠

-My Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠

-Connor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connor_burnsy/?hl=en

-Simeon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simeonbirnbaum/?hl=en

I am thrilled to welcome back the one and only, Alex Ostberg.

Alex is an eight-time All-American. He competed at Stanford University for four years before transferring to the University of North Carolina to get his master's degree. Alex holds PRs of 3:58 in the Mile, 7:49 in the 3k, 13:18 in the 5k, and 28:49 in the 10k. He also has his Bachelor's Degree in human biology, a minor in psychology, and a master's in public health.

Alex is an incredibly perspicacious speaker who has a wealth of knowledge, experience, and depth. Alex is the person who I have often referred to on previous podcasts as "my mentor." Besides my parents, Alex has contributed more to my life than anyone else I know. Put simply, I would not be the person I am today without him, nor would this podcast exist.

In this conversation, Alex shares his wisdom on perspective, handling adversity, gratitude, taking action, being a life-long learner, and how many days he thinks he can last in a room of darkness (will make more sense when you listen to the podcast). I always walk away from my conversations with Alex enlightened and a better version of myself. I'm confident you'll say the same after listening.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-Steve Jobs Commencement Speach: https://youtu.be/UF8uR6Z6KLc

-Our Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

-Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aostberg97/?hl=en

Emily Covert joins the podcast today.

Emily is an incredibly accomplished runner for the University of Colorado, where she is a four-time All-American. Most notably, Emily placed fourth last year at the 2022 NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships. She holds PRs of 15:35.4 in the 5k and 32:30.82 in the 10k. In high school, Emily was a multi-time Minnesota state champion and was consistently one of the top runners in the country. On the grass, she placed 4th at NXN, and on the track, she placed 2nd at New Balance Outdoor Nationals.

In this conversation, Emily takes us through her journey in the sport, from state titles in high school to ambitions of winning an NCAA title in college. She takes us through her setbacks, including dealing with stress fractures, mono, and more. I loved hearing Emily's thoughts on setbacks and how she gets through them. Emily also talks about leadership, community, playing the long game, the importance of her faith, and much more!

I loved this conversation with Emily. Emily is an incredibly joyful spirit and a wise demeanor that made this conversation extra insightfuk. I'm confident you'll walk away from this conversation a little more inspired to go after whatever you're striving for in life.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠

-Emily's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/emilycovert_/

Texas legend Crayton Carrozza hops on the podcast today for a highly impactful and entertaining episode.

Crayton is a senior at the University of Texas, where he has won an NCAA Championship (in the DMR), is the back-to-back BIG 12 indoor champion in the 800m, and holds the school record in the 800m and mile with a times of 1:46.28, and 3:56.79. Prior to his years in the NCAA, Crayton was consistently one of the top runners in his home state of Texas. Crayton is currently in pursuit of making history on the outdoor track this spring.

In this conversation, Crayton recaps his past year of crazy races, including his NCAA championship, Penn Relays win, NCAA indoor 800m race, and more. He also takes us through his upbringing in the sport, ambitions for the future, family competitiveness, and crazy texas workouts.

Needless to say, tap in to the Crayton Carrozza 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. 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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-Our Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠

-Crayton's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/cr810/

Introducing The Call Room With Connor Burns & Simeon Birnbaum. 

The Running Effect will document their season in-depth this outdoor track season. Each week, Connor and Simeon will pull back the curtain and show you how they train physically and mentally and handle failure, adversity, and the ups and downs that ensue this season. 

Connor Burns ran 3:58.83 in the mile last June, becoming the first high schooler from Missouri to break the four-minute barrier. He is also a reigning national champion in the 3200m and became the fifth-ever high schooler to break four minutes in the mile indoors by running 3:59.11. Most recently, Connor became a national champion indoors in the 2-mile by running 8:43.24. Connor has committed to run for The University of Oregon this fall. 

Simeon Birnbaum is the first sixteen-year-old in America to break four minutes in the mile. He did this by running a 3:59.51 while winning a national title in that same race. Simeon also holds a personal best of 1:50.12 in the 800m. Simeon holds the South Dakota state records in the 3200m, 1600m, and 800m. Simeon has committed to run for The University of Oregon this fall. 

This season Connor and Simeon are chasing history; we are here to document it in a historic and unprecedented fashion. Over the coming months, Connor and Simeon will dive deep into their outdoor campaign leading into big invitationals, state championships, national record attempts, and national meets. We will go into their training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way!

This series is presented by Hoka, who recently launched their state-of-the-art track spikes, the Cielo MD & LD! They are lightweight, propulsive, and exhilarating, making race pace feel more comfortable than ever.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-Pick up Hoka's world-class spike that just launched: https://www.hoka.com/en/us/spikes/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc_brand&gclid=Cj0KCQjww4-hBhCtARIsAC9gR3a2BLmnxk2iV0RkSsNgSykzLhprDfGDzMHaMciob_8HJO58W9JglpMaAmrSEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

-My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Connor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connor_burnsy/?hl=en

-Simeon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simeonbirnbaum/?hl=en

The one and only, the legendary Natalie Cook, comes on The Running Effect Podcast today!

Natalie is one of the most accomplished athletes of our generation. Natalie currently competes for Okhlama State University, where she has quickly cemented herself as one of the top NCAA runners in the country. Most recently, she placed 7th at the 2022 NCAA Cross Country National Championships. Then a few weeks later, she followed that up by running a blistering 15:24.26 in the 5k.

In high school, Natalie was named the Gatorade National Girls Cross Country Player of the Year in 2021, becoming the first female athlete from Texas to win the award after she was the first athlete in girls' high school history to win both the Garmin RunningLane and Eastbay Cross Country Championships for the coveted individual national championship double. In the former, Cook recorded the second-fastest 5K time in high school history, posting a time of 16:03.93 to win the individual championship. She also won the Texas 6A state championship race by a historic 56 seconds on her way to helping Flower Mound to the team title.

This conversation was one I've been wanting to make happen for far too long, so it was a true honor to make it happen! I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Natalie and all the different topics that we discussed, from her start in the sport to current subjects.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-Our Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠

-Natalie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natcook_official/

I am stoked to welcome Emma Bates to the podcast!

Emma is an incredibly accomplished marathoner who has competed at the highest of stages. Emma grew up in Minnesota, where she consistently performed at the highest level in her state. She then took her talents (or rather work ethic) to Boise State University, where she won the 2014 NCAA 10k Championship Race and was a 12xAll-American. Emma currently competes for Asics and is a member of Team BOSS based in Boulder, Colorado. Since moving up to the marathon, Emma has consistently been one of the best in the world. In 2021, Emma placed second at the renowned Chicago Marathon. Last year Emma placed 7th at the 2022 Eugene World Champions in a personal best time of 2:23:18 (5:27 pace). Needless to say, Emma is at the forefront of US Women's Distance Running.

In this conversation, Emma takes us through her preparation leading into the 2023 Boston Marathon, including a mind-boggling long run, how she works on the mental side of the sport, dealing with setbacks and comparison, giving advice to high school Emma, what it's like being coached by Joe Bosshard and being a member of Team BOSS, what she wants to be remembered for, and so much more!

I loved this conversation with Emma. Emma is an incredibly joyful spirit and wise demeanor that made this conversation extra thoughtful. I'm confident you'll walk away from this conversation a little more inspired to go after whatever you're striving for in life.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-GET YOUR FREE SAMPLE PACK OF LMNT: drinklmnt.com/therunningeffect

-Our Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠

-Emma's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck6fZjeu3DL/

Today on the podcast is the incredible Coach Jes Woods. 

Jes is a Coach for Nike Running, inspiring and challenging those running with NRC since the Fall of 2012. She is RRCA certified and has coached first-time runners, influencers, ultra marathons, and high-profile athletes. She is also the Brooklyn Track Club Trail & Ultra Head Coach. Jes herself is quite the accomplished runner and has completed 18 ultra marathons and counting since 2012 (including five 100-mile races).

In this conversation, Jes goes through her history in the sport, from nine years in the triple-jump to ultimately running 100 milers, her coaching career and the lessons she's learned from it, the best running and food spots in NYC, and much more! Through Jes's personal experiences and knowledge, you will gain a deeper understanding of the mental and physical components of running and how to apply them to enhance your own running journey and ultimately improve the quality of your life. You'll always have a few laughs along the way. 

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Jes's Website: https://www.coachjes.com

-Jes's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeslynnyc/

Jackson Heidesch is a kid on fire. 

This past indoor season, he won the Hoka Misfit 2-mile in a historic time of 8:42.6. He then went on to place second at NBNI in the 2-mile and two days later won the mile in stunning fashion diving for the win and a 4:02.25. This past fall on the grass, Jackson won NXR Northeast and placed 5th at NXN. He has also won back-to-back individual and team state titles. Jackson has etched his name into the Iowa high school history books through these historic performances. 

In this conversation, Jackson takes us through his history in the sport, from a freshman who was just starting to gain interest in the sport to a 4:02 miler with plans of breaking the four-minute-mile barrier.  We also discuss what made Duke stand out from other schools, winning his first national meet in dramatic fashion (reference image), his goals for this upcoming year, how he wants to be remembered in Iowa history, how he's handling March Madness Ls, the power of training through Iowa winters, and much more!

Jackson is an extremely eloquent speaker who was delightful to have a conversation with! His stories and experiences in the sport were both fun and inspiring to listen to. Needless to say, make time to listen to this episode, you won't regret 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. 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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-GET YOUR FREE SAMPLE PACK OF LMNT: drinklmnt.com/therunningeffect

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Jackson's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonheidesch/?hl=en

Today on the podcast is Ted Volz, Founder of Clean Energy. 

Ted graduated from The University of Notre Dame in 2004 with a B.A. in Accountancy. He then went to work with PwC from 2004-2020 before starting his own company, Clean Energy. Clean Energy is a clean-label, certified organic smoothie that has changed the paradigm for on-the-go sports nutrition. It has been recognized by Runner's World as a "Best Food to Eat Before a Run" and is used by many of the top collegiate athletic programs across the NCAA. 

In this conversation, Ted goes through his passion for athletics, the challenges of creating a company, his dream for Clean Energy, how he handles rejection, and much more! This conversation was delightful and insightful. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing about the ups and downs that come with creating a company. 

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=e

Over the past nine weeks, I've had the great privilege of documenting Ben Flanagan's winter campaign with him. 

Today episode five went live and is a recap of his whole season, reflections, and outlook on the future. 

Over the past five episodes, I've gotten to pull back the curtain on Ben's training, racing, and mindset, and I greatly appreciate him for letting me do so. It has truly been a pleasure, and Ben is such a fantastic individual on and off the track. I hope you all enjoyed following along as much as we did recording it. 

You can listen to Episode 5 or the whole "The Call Room With Ben Flanagan" series 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!

Stay tuned for the next edition of The Call Room, which will be launching later this month...

The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.

S H O W   N O T E S

-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_flanagan/?hl=en

-Ben's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/ben-flanagan-41161380

-VNTC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@verynicetrackclub5601/featured

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Intro Background Music: https://mandelbro.bandcamp.com/album/oh-margarita

The podcast I've been wanting to make happen for months: The Woody Kincaid Special. 

Woody Kincaid is a passionate competitor who has accomplished many incredible things in his career. The first time I remember hearing Woody's name was on September 10, 2019, when he became the eighth man in American history to break 13 minutes in the 5k by clocking 12:58.10. Since that day on a brisk and rainy evening in Portland, Oregon, Woody has gone on to etch his name further into the history books. As his Instagram boi alludes, he has literally won the U.S. Trials 10k. He also made the U.S. World Championship team last year in the 5k. Woody ran a new American Record time of 12:51.61 in the 5k this past January, signaling to the world that he's not messing around in 2023. In the words of Woody from this conversation, "The job is never done." 

This conversation with Woody was wide-ranging and full of serious topics, such as the lessons he's learned from being in this sport to more comical subjects like putting too much pepper on a Banh Mi sandwich for Gordon Ramsay. We dive into his upbringing in the sport, the 12:58 race, and the special camp that led into it, winning the U.S. Olympic Trials, dealing with negativity and outside noise, what he thinks he can accomplish before he hangs up the spikes, and more. 

Woody is a very perspicacious speaker who is incredibly thoughtful about his responses. This trait made this conversation particularly fascinating and impactful. I'm confident you'll walk away from this conversation a better version of yourself and a bigger fan of Woody Kincaid. 

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!

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-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Woody's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/priceofamile/

I am stoked to share with you all a fantastic conversation with my friend Dominic Fusco. 

Dominic played DIII football for Dickinson college. After his college football career was over, he started to explore the sport of running and has made incredible progress where he'll be going after a Sub 3 marathon next month. Dominic started to share his personal journey on social media and has slowly started to grow exponentially. He reaches thousands of humans every day through his informative and inspirational content. Dominic is also a Co-Founder, and Head of Growth at a startup as well.  

Anytime two Dominic's hop on a podcast; it is bound to be a good one. Dominic is a very perspicacious speaker and shares so much wisdom on the podcast today. He shares his journey from business to fitness to social media. He shares his thoughts on the process, comparison, taking action, the power of being better than you were yesterday, impacting 100 million people, and what he would cook for Gordon Ramsay if he came for dinner. 

This episode is sure to impact, inspire, and motivate you to take action within your own life to seek out the best in yourself. I'm confident you'll walk away from this conversation a better version of yourself. 

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!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-1% Better Everyday Article: https://jamesclear.com/continuous-improvement

-Dominic's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dominicfusco/?hl=en

-Dominic's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJlcF0D19pQ5WDJjWEuUxhQ

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Drew Bosley has cemented himself as one of the best NCAA runners over the past few years. From his very first race in an NAU kit, those paying attention knew that Drew had a bright future. Just within the past few months, Drew placed third at the 2022 NCAA XC Nationals and followed that up by running 13:13 in the 5k a few weeks later. Drew is just getting started...

This episode is truly a deep dive into the mind of Drew Bosley. We hear about his career as a whole, from his historic years in Wisconsin to his most recent historic performances. We discuss staying present, taking control over your mind, lessons he's learned from Coach Smith, his future goals, and much more! This episode is jam-packed with wisdom from Drew, and I personally walked away from this conversation enlightened. 

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. Drew is an incredibly insightful, inspiring, and thoughtful guest, and we're sure you'll find something valuable in this episode.

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.

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-Drew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drew_bosley/

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers

-Exakt Health: https://exakthealth-us.app.link/the-running-effect?%243p=a_influencer

Back on the podcast is the one and only Shelby Houlihan! 

For those who aren't familiar, Shelby made the US Olympic Team in 2016 and holds the American record in both the 1500 meters (3:54.99) and 5000 meters (14:23.92). She also was part of a team that set a World Record in the women's 4x1500 meters relay with a time of 16:27.02. Prior to her years as a professional with Nike's Bowerman Track Club, Shelby was a 12-time All-American at Arizona State University. 

Today's podcast with Shelby is, quite frankly, just catching up since we last talked! In this episode, Shelby takes us through her recent pursuit of getting a master's degree in Sports and Performance Psychology as well as her recent training. We also dive deep into many interesting and even philosophical questions, such as the importance of presence, the power of conversations, the biggest lessons Shelby has learned from life, treating others how you wish to be treated, surrounding yourself with positive people, and much much more! We also discuss the monotony of post-race interviews, the best BTC kit of all time, and how Miko and her new dog are doing. 

Shelby is always so full of wisdom, knowledge, and ebullience. I know you'll find deep value from listening to this conversation, and hope you enjoy it as much as we did recording 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. If you really enjoy the podcast, consider sharing it on social media to spread the word!

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-GET YOUR FREE SAMPLE PACK OF LMNT: drinklmnt.com/therunningeffect

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Shelby's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbo800/?hl=en 

You asked, and we delivered. Aaron Sahlman comes on the podcast today. 

Aaron is fresh off of a remarkable season where he won his first-ever cross-country race... the only catch is that that race was the national championship. Not only did he win in stunning fashion, but also broke his former teammate Nico Young's course record. Aaron also helped his team Newbury Park win their second-ever national team championship. On the track, Aaron is a 4xmile (HS) national record holder and holds PRs of 1:48.91 (800m), 4:01.34 (mile), and 8:48.28 (3200m). Aaron has made it known that he will be going after Michael Granville's long-standing 800m high school national record this upcoming season.

In this episode, Aaron documents his start in the sport, growing up with Colin Sahlman as a brother, Newbury Park, winning NXN, future goals, and aspirations, and much more! This episode was very insightful and a ton of fun. I'm confident that you'll walk away from this conversation all the more motivated to chase after your goals. 

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!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Aaron's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronsahlman/?hl=en

Yared Nuguse. A name you've heard time and time again over the past few months as he's cemented his name into the history books. It all started in Boston, where Yared ran a new American Record in the 3k, clocking 7:28.24. He followed up that performance by running yet another American Record (and the second fastest time ever) with a 3:47.38 at the Millrose Games Wanamaker Mile. Lastly, Yared flew to Europe, where he won a 1500m against a world-class field. Needless to say, Yared is on fire, and I had to get him back on the podcast. 

Yared runs for the OAC (On Athletic's Club), is a graduate of The University of Notre Dame, where he won NCAA Championships and set an NCAA Record, and was an Olympian for the US in 2020. 

This conversation was insightful, impactful, hilarious, and a ton of fun. Yared documents his last seasons at Notre Dame and how he overcame setbacks and failure, signing with OAC, training with "heavy hitters," breaking two American Records this season, future goals for the rest of the year, sneaking his pet tortoise Tyro across the country, and who has the best dog on OAC (sorry, Gus.) 

Needless to say, through listening, you'll be inspired, motivated, and have many laughs along the way. 

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!

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-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Yared's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yaredthegoose/

Today on the podcast, I gladly welcome Drew Hunter.

This is a podcast I've wanted to make happen since the origins of the podcast. Drew became the eighth-ever high schooler in high school to break the illustrious four-minute barrier clocking 3:58.25 (a national record). Drew then signed with Adidas out of high school and founded Tinman Elite, where he has pushed forward the sport of running on and off the track. Drew currently holds PRs of 3:34.86 (1500m), 3:54.8 (mile), 7:39.85 (3k), and 13:17.55 (5k). He has also won two US national titles.

Off the track, Drew is a recent husband, father, coach, and occasional Youtube star (more Cooking With Drew, please, Max).

In this conversation, Drew and I dive deep into his career and many subjects surrounding his life. Drew is a perspicacious and ebullient speaker, and I enjoyed this conversation immensely. I know our discussion will positively impact you, and I hope you'll take the time to listen to 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. If you really enjoy the podcast, consider sharing it on social media to spread the word!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Drew's Newsletter (GO SUBSCRIBE): https://drews-newsletter-3d1534.beehiiv.com/subscribe

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Drew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewhunter00/

-Drew's Tinman Profile: https://tinmanelite.com/pages/drew-hunter

Today I have the privilege of speaking with Jessica Isaacs, RD, CSSD. Jessica is currently the Los Angles Clippers team dietitian overseeing their program and guiding the players in their sport's nutrition journey. She received a Bachelor of Science from Purdue University and is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. She also formerly served as the Sports Dietitian for MAMBA Sports Academy, a training facility co-founded by the late Kobe Bryant, as well as the Team Dietitian for UCLA Men's and Women's Basketball. Jessica has helped thousands of athletes improve their performance through her 

In this conversation, Jessica and I go through her path to becoming an RD, tackle some questions regarding sports nutrition, discuss her different experiences working with incredible individuals, how she handles failure, and making a name for herself on social media. Jessica is an enthusiastic, wise, and perspicuous speaker. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and walked away, having learned a thing or two and with a big smile on my face. Tune in if you want to hear an inspiring story, some interesting topics regarding sports nutrition, and some fun subjects. 

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!

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-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Jess's Website: https://www.jessicathesportsrd.com

The official The TEN preview with Ben Flanagan. In episode four of The Call Room With Ben Flanagan, Ben dives deep into many subjects leading into this Saturday's race. We discuss presence, recent training, coming back from a setback, confidence, and his thoughts ahead of Saturday. Needless to say, this is a must-listen episode!

About THE CALL ROOM: Have you ever wondered what it looks like to train as a professional distance runner? What the day-to-day life looks like? How to handle setbacks, failure, adversity, and doubts? How to set goals, train for them, and execute them on race day? As outsiders, we see remarkable athletes accomplish remarkable things every year. We don't see the behind-the-scenes of what went into that remarkable performance. We don't see or understand the hours of hard work, struggle, doubt, etc. The Running Effect is here to bring you an inside look at all these things with the man, the myth, the legend, Ben Flanagan.

Ben Flanagan has cemented himself as one of the best Canadian runners of all time in his short four 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.

Over the next two months, Ben and I will dive deep into his indoor campaign leading into The Ten, presented by Sound Running. We will go into his training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way!

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing following us on Spotify & 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.

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Watch Ben's Race: https://www.soundrunning.run/ten

-Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_flanagan/?hl=en

-Ben's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/ben-flanagan-41161380

-VNTC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@verynicetrackclub5601/featured

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Intro Background Music: https://mandelbro.bandcamp.com/album/oh-margarita

Back on the podcast is the one and only Elise Cranny!

Elise is an Olympian, and American Record Holder, but to me, she is a friend, mentor, and inspiration. The last time Elise was on the podcast was episode 50, so I thought, who better to have on 100ish episodes later than her. For those who aren't familiar, Elise runs for Nike's Bowerman Track Club and has slowly cemented herself as one of the greatest US Female Distance Runners of all time. Just within the past two years, Elise has won back-to-back US Championships in the 5k, made the Tokyo Olympics & Eugene World Championships, and set an American Record in the indoor 5k. 

In this conversation, Elise and I talk about comparison, reflection, being where your feet are, why finding your Why is crucial, if she'll write a book one day, and much more! Any conversation I have with Elise is insightful, and I always walk away inspired. Quite frankly, this didn't feel like a podcast; more like a normal phone call that just happened to be recorded and put out to the public. I'm incredibly confident you'll find value from today's podcast and walk away enlightened and impacted. 

Anytime I have Elise on the podcast, she drops many nuggets of wisdom, and today is no exception. So get your pen, paper, and AirPods, and enjoy my conversation with Elise. 

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!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Elise's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elise.cranny/

-Elise's BTC Profile: https://www.bowermantc.com/elise-cranny-bio

Today on the podcast, I speak with the one and only Jack Flood. 

Jack is a professional decathlete who has represented Team USA before. Prior to his years as a professional, Jack won both NCAA Division III heptathlon (indoors) and decathlon (outdoors) titles during his senior track and field season in 2017. Jack shares his journey through social media and has reached millions through his inspirational content. Jack is such a legend that Chipotle named a bowl after him. 

This conversation was fantastic. Jack is full of ebullience and brought incredible wisdom to the podcast. In this conversation, Jack and I discuss discipline, training for many hours a day, taking risks, developing confidence when no one believes in you, his journey from DIII to professional athlete and much more. Lastly, we discuss his Chipotle deal and what he'd make for Gordon Ramsay for dinner. 

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!

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-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Jack's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackfloood/?hl=en

"Prefontaine basically started Nike's Sports Marketing entire blueprint: athletes talking to athletes. That's one reason Phil Knight was so anti-advertising for a long time; he felt that the best advertising was one athlete telling another. We called it 'word of foot' advertising instead of 'word of mouth.'"

My conversation with Scott Reames on the podcast today is one of the most fascinating discussions I've ever had. Scott is the Nike Historian-Emeritus and worked at Nike from 1992-2021. During his time there, Scott successfully documented Nike's history, and that built the backbone of the wildly successful book by Co-Founder of Nike Phil Knight, "Shoe Dog." Scott knows more about the history of Nike than anyone else. 

I let my curiosity guide this conversation, resulting in a fascinating and wide-ranging discussion. I pick Scott's brain on many different topics, including Nike's beginnings, some of their biggest signings (Lebron James, Tiger Woods, Serena Williams, etc.), Nike's most significant calculated risks, how Nike grew from $8,000 in revenue its first year to $44.5 billion in 2021, and many more subjects. 

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!

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-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Scott's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-reames-1b59527/?trk=public_profile_samename-profile 

-A Great Article On Scott: https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Journal/Issues/2021/11/22/Insiders/Marketing-and-Sponsorship.aspx

Today on the podcast, I get to speak with high school sensation, Sadie Engelhardt. Just as a Freshman last year, Sadie ran 4:35.16 in the mile (a U16 World Record), won Nike Outdoor Nationals, broke the state record in the 1500 by clocking a 4:11.79 at the Portland Track Festival. On the grass this past season, Sadie won a state championship and, early in the season, ran a record-breaking time of 15:42 in the 3-mile. Sadie's coach, Tyree Cruz, put it best, “Sadie may be one of the best runners in high school history, but she’s so much more than that. She’s also a great teammate who loves her team and is always there for them.”

I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Sadie. It was light, fun, and inspiring. We discuss her start in the sport all the way up to going into some of her biggest races. Sadie also answers your listener questions and talks about her love of Trader Joe's. Listening to my podcast with Sadie Engelhardt will provide valuable insight and inspiration for anyone looking to improve their performance and overall well-being. Through Sadie's personal experiences and knowledge, you will gain a deeper understanding of the mental and physical components of running and how to apply them to enhance your own running journey and ultimately improve the quality of your life.

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!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

The one and only Cole Sprout returns to the podcast. The first episode I ever did with Cole was when I had the Flu; so happy to have a conversation with him when I felt normal. Cole is a junior at Stanford University, where he has slowly cemented himself as one of the top runners in the NCAA. Just this indoor season so far, Cole has run 7:43 in the 3k and 13:24 in the 5k. Cole is also a multi-time All-American both on the track and the grass. 

Today's conversation was wide-ranging and philosophical at times. Cole is an incredibly perspicacious speaker, and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of this conversation. He recaps his XC season, growing in faith because of it, confidence, culture, and much more. I'm extremely confident that you'll be positively impacted by listening to this conversation! I hope you enjoy the conversation 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. If you really enjoy the podcast, consider sharing it on social media to spread the word!

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-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Cole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colecsprout/

-Cole's Stanford Profile: https://gostanford.com/sports/cross-country/roster/cole-sprout/19598

"It's hard before it gets easy; getting there is the hard part. You have to be so confident in yourself that people think you're delusional." 

This is a podcast I've been wanting to make happen since March of 2022. Yaseen Abdalla has gone from a 24min 5k guy to NCAA National Champion. The story of Yaseen Abdalla is one full of ups and downs, and I left this conversation incredibly inspired. Yaseen is the David Goggins of the NCAA. He has an unbreakable mind that was fascinating to explore. Yaseen recently ran 7:42 in the 3k moving inside the collegiate all-time top 10. Yaseen also competed for his country of Sudan at the 2022 Eugene World Championships in July in the 5k. 

In this podcast, Yaseen and I discuss his upbringing in the sport, throwing away his NCAA All-American medal, his teammate Dylan Jacobs running 7:36 in the 3k, confidence, failure, challenging the status quo, and making jumps in this sport. Through Yaseen's personal experiences and knowledge, you will gain a deeper understanding of the mental and physical components of running and how to apply them to enhance your own running journey and ultimately improve the quality of your life.

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!

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Yaseen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yaseenaabdalla/?hl=en

-Yaseen's Youtube Channel (go subscribe): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSuId8at82cOHkC8ng-EHfA

Episode 3! A big recap of BU 5k, where Ben ran 13:11, NBGP, where he ran the 3k, and a race in Chicago where he paced. We also discuss current track news such as Millrose & 52 guys breaking four minutes in the mile at the same meet. 

About THE CALL ROOM: Have you ever wondered what it looks like to train as a professional distance runner? What the day-to-day life looks like? How to handle setbacks, failure, adversity, and doubts? How to set goals, train for them, and execute them on race day? As outsiders, we see remarkable athletes accomplish remarkable things every year. We don't see the behind-the-scenes of what went into that remarkable performance. We don't see or understand the hours of hard work, struggle, doubt, etc. The Running Effect is here to bring you an inside look at all these things with the man, the myth, the legend, Ben Flanagan.

Ben Flanagan has cemented himself as one of the best Canadian runners of all time in his short four 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.

Over the next two months, Ben and I will dive deep into his indoor campaign leading into The Ten, presented by Sound Running. We will go into his training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way!

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing following us on Spotify & 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

-Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_flanagan/?hl=en

-Ben's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/ben-flanagan-41161380

-VNTC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@verynicetrackclub5601/featured

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Intro Background Music: https://mandelbro.bandcamp.com/album/oh-margarita

Back on the podcast is the one and only Irene Riggs. Since having Irene on the podcast after NXN, she won the USATF U20 Cross Country Championships, and then a few weeks later, ran a national indoor record in the 3200m running 9:45. Irene will be repping the red, white, and blue in Bathurst, Australia on February 18th. Irene also won the 2022-2023 National Girls Cross Country Player of the Year due to her athletic excellence, academic achievements, and exemplary character. 

In today's conversation, Irene dives deep into this past month and all of the adventures that came with it. We dive into her training, racing, mindset, and many other fun subjects. We top off the episode answering your questions! Irene is always so much fun to talk with, and we have both a fun and inspiring conversation. I hope you enjoy it as much we did!

Until next time, enjoy my insightful conversation with the perspicacious and ever-inspiring, Irene Riggs!

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!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Your favorite runners return to the podcast, Lex and Leo Young. Just a few weeks ago, they competed in the U20 race at the 2023 USA XC National meet. Leo ended up down a stacked field to win his first national title; this will send him to Australia to rep the red, white, and blue on a global stage. Lex placed a valiant 12th coming off of an injury; he is fully focused on running some fast times on the track very soon. 

This conversation is one like any other we've had: full of insights, banter, and many laughs. I always thoroughly enjoy my conversations with Lex and Leo, and I know you will too! 

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!

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-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Episode 146

Today on the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with the one and only, Ky Robinson. Ky competes for Stanford University, where he has slowly cemented himself as one of the top runners in the NCAA. Not only is Ky a force to be reckoned with in the NCAA, but Ky is also one of the top runners in his home country, Australia, having represented them at global championships, including the Eugune World Championships last summer, where he competed in the 5k. Just in the span of the short few months of indoor track, Ky has run 13:11 in the 5k, and 3:55 in the mile. Ky was also recently selected to represent his country Australia at the 2023 World XC Championships that will take place in Bathurst, Australia, this February 18. 

This discussion with Ky was an absolute blast. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it, and am confident you will, too. Ky dives deep into running for Stanford University and all aspects of that experience, from the workouts to the culture to specific races. We also go into his upbringing in the sport in Australia and his decision to come over to the US for college. We also go into this upcoming year and his outlook on it, including the 2023 World XC Championships coming up next weekend. 

Lastly, Ky answers some listener questions, and we start to discuss the possibilities of a Spikeball dynasty in Palo Alto, this Fall. Needless to say, tune in! 

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!

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-Ky's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ky__robinson/?hl=en

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Today on the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with newly minted NCAA Record Holder Dylan Jacobs. Just last week, Dylan set an American collegiate indoor record in the 5,000-meter run, running 13:11.01. Dylan competes for the University of Tennessee, where he has cemented himself as one of the top runners in the nation. Prior to his time at Tennessee, Dylan won the 2022 NCAA Men's 10k title while competing for the University of Notre Dame. Before the NCAA, Dylan won the 2017 Footlocker Nationals Cross Country Championship. 

In this conversation, Dylan and I dive deep into his upbringing in this sport all the way up to dissecting his incredible 13:11 record-breaking performance. Dylan was a ton of fun to talk to, and I left the conversation both enlightened and inspired. I was fascinated by Dylan's work ethic and mindset, that has led to his dominance in the NCAA. We also talk about some fun subjects like college football, living in the mountains, and answer some fun listener questions. Dylan and I had a ton of fun discussing a plethora of topics, and hope you will tune in to listen to our 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. If you really enjoy the podcast, consider sharing it on social media to spread the word!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Dylan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylan_jacobs24/?hl=en

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Fresh off of a 3000m PB (7:34), Mario Garcia Romo, aka The Spanish Rocket, appears on the podcast. In high school, Mario had personal bests of 1:50.66 in the 800m, 3:42.35 in the 1500m, 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. Having just recently graduated, Mario signed with On Running and placed fourth at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon, with a historic time of 3:30.2 in the 1500m. That same summer, he placed third at the European Championships also in the 1500m. 

In this conversation, Mario and I dive deep into his upbringing in the sport. We discuss what running in Spain is like the, ultimately, his decision to come to the US for the NCAA. We go through his years at Ole Miss and the many accomplishments that came with those years. Mario then takes us through deciding to sign with OAC and what the experiences of last summer were like. We lastly talk about his goals for 2023 and much more! This conversation was a ton of fun and I walked away inspired by Mario's story and dedication to the sport. 

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!

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-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Mario's Instagram: https://olemisssports.com/sports/cross-country/roster/mario-garcia-romo/3577

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

I have the extreme privilege of speaking with Nicholas Thompson today. Nicholas is the current CEO at The Atlantic and the former Editor-in-Chief at Wired. He graduated from Stanford University, receiving degrees in Earth Systems, Political Science, and Economics.

In addition to his accomplishments in business and life, Nick is quite the accomplished runner. On April 14, 2021, he set the American record in the 50k for the 45-49 age group after finishing the race in 3:04:36 (5:56 pace for 31.06 miles). He holds a marathon PR of 2:29, ranking him as one of the top master's runners in the world at the time.

Perhaps, most impressive, Nick commutes to work by running every day through the heart of New York City. I loved exploring this practice with him, how it came about, and what it means to him.

Nick and I discuss his upbringing in the sport, his marathon journey, run-commuting, and what lessons running has taught him. We also dive into his years at Philips Academy and Stanford University, questions surrounding building a strong culture and leading a successful team of individuals at The Atlantic, staying present, what books have been most impactful for him, and the principles of good writing. Lastly, he takes us through making breakfast for his kids every morning and what he'd make Gordon Ramsay for dinner.

This conversation was a ton of fun, and very insightful. I learned a lot from Nick and left this conversation a better version of myself. I'm confident you will be inspired by Nick and how he lives his life, ultimately impacting you to live a better life.

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!

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-CLEAN ENERGY!: https://cleansmoothie.com

-Nicholas's Website: https://www.nickthompson.com

-Nicholas's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxthompson/

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Back like he never left, Connor Burns returns on the podcast to give the inside scoop. After a disappointing end to his XC season at NXN, Connor has bounced back better than ever and is putting in world-class work in hopes of achieving world-class results. 

In this episode, you'll hear all about Connor's training, mindset, plans for this upcoming month, and the ideal post-race NYC meal. We go into a lot in this short, but packed 25min episode and I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Through Connor's personal experiences and knowledge, you will gain a deeper understanding of the mental and physical components of running and how to apply them to enhance your own running journey and ultimately improve the quality of your life.

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!

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S H O W   N O T E S

-CHERIBUNDI (use code "TRE" to get 20% off!): https://cheribundi.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Today on the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with American distance running legend, Bob Kennedy. Bob won two OHSAA XC State Titles, was the 1987 national junior champion in cross country, and to this day holds the OHSAA Record for 1600m at 4:05:13. He then went on to The University of Indania, where he won the NCAA Men's Cross Country Championships becoming one of a few true freshman ever to win the event. Over the ensuing years, he won many more NCAA titles. After his collegiate years, he competed at the highest level making it to the Olympics more than once. He once held the American record in the 3000 meters (7:30.84), 2 miles (8:11.59), and the 5000 meters (12:58.21). Bob is undoubtedly one of the greatest American distance runners of all time. 

In this conversation, Bob and I dive deep into his upbringing in the sport and the different races that are most significant to him and his career. We discuss lessons he's learned, the attributes he sees most consistently in high-performing individuals, and much more! This conversation was a ton of fun, and I really enjoyed going back in time through this remarkable time period of Bob's life. Through Bob's personal experiences and knowledge, you will gain a deeper understanding of the mental and physical components of running and how to apply them to enhance your own running journey and ultimately improve the quality of your life.

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!

S H O W   N O T E S

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Fresh of making his first US National Team, Kole Mathison returns to the podcast to recap this incredible race. The last time I spoke with Kole was fresh off of his first XC National Title just over a month ago. Today, I sit down with Kole after this monumental achievement of making a US National team. 

In this episode, we discuss his build-up to the race, preparation, mindset, passport stories, favorite drip from the USA kit, and what making his first US National Team means to him. This episode was very fun, insightful, and even impactful. Kole's enthusiasm for the sport is contagious, and I'm confident that you'll walk away from this conversation inspired to chase after your goals all the more. 

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!

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-Kole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kole.mathison/

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Today I have the privilege of having the one and only Grayson Murphy on the podcast. Grayson is an extraordinarily accomplished professional runner for Saucony. She is a 2xUS champion and a 1xWorld Champion. She has also run world-class times on the track and roads. In addition to her world-class performances on the trials, roads, and track, Grayson is the Founder and CEO of Racin' Grayson Training Logs and an overall incredible human being who has contributed so much to the sport of running. 

Grayson has one of the more unique personal stories of how she got into running. I was personally fascinated and inspired by it. I loved hearing about how Grayson puts curiosity at the center of running and the many paths it has led her down. Listening to my podcast with Grayson Murphy will provide valuable insight and inspiration for anyone looking to improve their performance and overall well-being. Through Grayson's personal experiences and knowledge, you will gain a deeper understanding of the mental and physical components of running and how to apply them to enhance your own running journey and ultimately improve the quality of your life.

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!

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Grayson's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racin__grayson/?hl=en

-Racin Grayson Training Logs: https://www.racin-grayson.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Episode 2! A deep recap from the past two weeks and a look ahead to the future with other subjects sprinkled in throughout! 

About THE CALL ROOM: Have you ever wondered what it looks like to train as a professional distance runner? What the day-to-day life looks like? How to handle setbacks, failure, adversity, and doubts? How to set goals, train for them, and execute them on race day? As outsiders, we see remarkable athletes accomplish remarkable things every year. We don't see the behind-the-scenes of what went into that remarkable performance. We don't see or understand the hours of hard work, struggle, doubt, etc. The Running Effect is here to bring you an inside look at all these things with the man, the myth, the legend, Ben Flanagan.

Ben Flanagan has cemented himself as one of the best Canadian runners of all time in his short four 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.

Over the next two months, Ben and I will dive deep into his indoor campaign leading into The Ten, presented by Sound Running. We will go into his training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way! 

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing following us on Spotify & 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.

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_flanagan/?hl=en

-Ben's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/ben-flanagan-41161380

-VNTC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@verynicetrackclub5601/featured

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Intro Background Music: https://mandelbro.bandcamp.com/album/oh-margarita

-Race Website For Friday: https://www.flotrack.org/events/8043225-2023-bu-john-thomas-terrier-classic

Today on the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with NCAA Champ, Team BOSS member, and professional runner for On, Aaliyah Miller! In high school, she ran 2:02 in the 800m, represented Team USA with silver at IAAF World U20 Championship, and perhaps craziest of all, won the 400m, 800m, and 1600m, at her state meet her senior year. Aaliyah then went on to Baylor, where she won the 2021 NCAA Indoor 800m title in a meet record of 2:00.69 and became a 6xschool record holder at Baylor. 

This conversation with Aaliyah was so much fun and very insightful. As you can read above, Aaliyah has had an incredibly successful career so it was an awesome opportunity to deconstruct her career and hear about the ups, downs, and everything in between! We discuss her high school years, Baylor + winning an NCAA title, signing with On + Team BOSS, and hear about her future plans. 

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!

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-Aaliyah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaliyahmiller28/

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Today's podcast is a look into the mind of a professional runner, the ups, downs, and everything in between. Professional runner for Tinman Elite and Germany, Sam Parsons shares his story in full today on the podcast. Sam is a 3:55 miler and was a World Championships finalist in the 5k last year. He is also the Creative Director for his team, Tinman Elite, and probably your favorite follow on Strava currently. 

This podcast was touching to me, and I was impacted in a big way. Sam's inspiring answers provide insight and wisdom to many different areas of life. If you want a look inside the mind of Sam Parsons, this podcast is for you. Professional running isn't all sunshine and rainbows, and Sam does an incredible job at showing the hills and valleys of professional running in today's episode. 

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!

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/par_sam_sons/

-Sam's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/sam-parsons-54176296

-Video on Sam's Sub 4 Mile In Delaware: https://youtu.be/ufkpfquXxBs

-Tintalk Pod: https://open.spotify.com/show/4g6N0gTk4bpEJHxFzu0Mrr?si=00394c7a85bf46c4

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Warning: This podcast will get you so fired up that you'll want to run through a brick wall. 

Back like he never left, Matt Choi is back and better than ever. Matt and I have a discussion that will inspire, enlighten, and impact you to live a better and more meaningful life. We discuss how to change, take risks, take accountability for your life, and even the downside of setting goals. Matt teaches on the subjects of being a lifelong learner, falling in love with the process, working on your mindset, and why Lamborgini doesn't do commercials. 

For those who aren't familiar with Matt, he played NCAA football, has run a 100-mile ultramarathon, and successfully completed the David Goggins 4x4x48 challenge. Matt has reached millions of people through the encouraging and powerful content he produces on social media regularly. Most of all, Matt has become a friend of mine who has inspired me beyond measure. 

If you want to get serious about taking extreme ownership of your life and pursuing the best version of yourself, this podcast is for you. Reiterating a quote, we discuss within the episode: "Average is the enemy. Success is your responsibility. And change can take place in an instant if you're willing to flip the switch." I hope that this podcast can help you to flip the switch. 

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattchoi_6/?hl=en

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

The podcast you've all been waiting for. Perhaps, the podcast of the year, and we're only fourteen days into it. In today's podcast, we sit down and have a conversation with the fastest brothers in America: Nico, Lex, & Leo Young! From the youngest of ages, Nico, Lex, and Leo have pushed each other to be the best versions of themselves both in sport and in life. Nico has paved the way, and Lex and Leo have pushed past expectations. All in all, they are just three brothers. They are three guys who love to run, enjoy cooking, and have their own merch company. 

This podcast is such a fun deep-dive into how they have pushed each other growing up, their future goals, winning a national championship together, a ton of good banter, and answering lots and lots of very fun listener questions! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. Nico, Lex, and Leo are incredibly insightful and inspiring guests, and we're sure you'll find something valuable in this episode.

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.

S H O W   N O T E S

-The Young Brothers' Clothing Line: https://runfastapparel.com

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Today on the podcast, I have a close friend who also is a very accomplished runner and an extremely amazing human being, Zachary Barker. Zach started his running days in middle school, where he developed a passion for the sport that led to running Division 1 in the NCAA in college. He now works full-time for the best-fueling company in the country, Maurten, while pursuing his dream of running an Olympic Trials Qualifying Time in the marathon. 

In this conversation, Zach and I peel back the curtain on his training leading into the 2023 Houston Marathon. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing about his build-up and all of the ins and outs of marathon training. I was especially fascinated by how he manages to run 120-mile weeks while maintaining a full-time job and really enjoyed hearing about some insane training like a 28-mile long run he did a few weeks back. We also go through his start in the sport and the lessons he's learned throughout his career in sport. Scattered throughout are some fun questions that keep the conversation light and fun, from the outlook on the 76ers to cooking for Gordon Ramsay. Needless to say, this conversation was a very fun and inspiring one!

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Zach's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarkknight24/?hl=en

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers

Today on the podcast, I have the one and only Conner Mantz. This is an interview I've been wanting to make happen for a while. Conner has one of the brightest futures for the US distance runner and has already accomplished so much in his short professional career so far. Conner won back-to-back NCAA XC titles in 2020 and 2021, cementing himself as one of the greatest American NCAA runners of all time. In 2022, Conner did what few runners have ever done in the same year, compete at the highest level in a short event like the 5k and a long event like the marathon. Conner placed 4th in the 5k at USAs and then a few months later ran 2:08:16 at the Chicago Marathon, the fastest debut marathon ever by an American. 

This conversation is a deep dive into Conner's career, from his early curiosity of the sport to the present day, where he is eyeing a big race at this weekend's Chevron Houston Half Marathon. We discuss Conner's upbringing in the sport, his two NCAA titles representing BYU, signing with Nike, how much his faith means to him, and of course, the classic Gordon Ramsay question. 

Hearing Conner's inspiring story will motivate you to chase after your goals. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. I'm very confident that you'll find something valuable in this episode.

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Conner's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connermantz/?hl=en

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers

Have you ever wondered what it looks like to train as a professional distance runner? What the day-to-day life looks like? How to handle setbacks, failure, adversity, and doubts? How to set goals, train for them, and execute them on race day? As outsiders, we see remarkable athletes accomplish remarkable things every year. We don't see the behind-the-scenes of what went into that remarkable performance. We don't see or understand the hours of hard work, struggle, doubt, etc. The Running Effect is here to bring you an inside look at all these things with the man, the myth, the legend, Ben Flanagan. 

Ben Flanagan has cemented himself as one of the best Canadian runners of all time in his short four 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. 

Over the next two months, Ben and I will dive deep into his indoor campaign leading into The Ten, presented by Sound Running. We will go into his training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way! The first episode is now live. It was a big introduction to the series, and we go through many interesting subjects. Go listen wherever you find your podcasts! Make sure you're following "The Running Effect Podcast" on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, so you never miss an episode. Tap in and share with your friends. 

Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing following us on Spotify & 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.

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S H O W   N O T E S

-Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_flanagan/?hl=en

-Ben's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/ben-flanagan-41161380

-VNTC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@verynicetrackclub5601/featured

-Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

-Intro Background Music: https://mandelbro.bandcamp.com/album/oh-margarita