
24 episodes

Chasing Pr's - A Running Podcast Chasing Pr's - A Running Podcast
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5.0 • 17 Ratings
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A podcast for everyday runners who want to make the most out of their training and achieve new personal records while managing work, family and life outside running.
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Mastering the Taper: Science-Backed Strategies for Peak Performance
In this week's episode, we dive into the topic of tapering and discuss a scientifically proven method that you can use to optimize your training and performance leading up to your next race. Tapering is a crucial phase in any training program that involves reducing the volume and intensity of your workouts in the weeks leading up to your race to allow your body to recover and perform at its best.
One of the most common questions when it comes to tapering is how long should a taper be?
Another common question about tapering is how much should you reduce your training during this period?
Other important considerations during your taper include proper nutrition and hydration, adequate sleep, and managing any last-minute race day jitters. By implementing a well-planned taper period, you can set yourself up for success and maximize your performance on race day. -
A Week of Raw Training Insights
In this special episode of Chasing PRS, join Diego and Richelle as they share their unfiltered thoughts and experiences throughout an entire week of training. With no holds barred, they discuss their mental approach to training, how they handle rest days, and even why they might skip a workout.
The episode starts with a motivational speech that Diego has been listening to for over a decade, followed by daily reflections from both hosts. Get ready for a week of training insights that are full of little adjustments and real talk. Tune in now to Chasing PRS! -
5 Things We Wish We Applied Sooner to Our Training
Are you looking to improve your running game and avoid common mistakes?
In this podcast, we'll be discussing the top five lessons we wish we had known sooner when it comes to training and running. Starting with the importance of form and diet, we'll move on to setting realistic goals and sticking to a plan. We'll also dive into the long-term mindset needed for success in distance running, emphasizing the need for patience and understanding the value of rest and injury prevention.
Join us as we share our insights and experiences, inspired by the likes of Eliud Kipchoge and Cam Levins, and help you reach your running goals with confidence and efficiency. -
The Truth About Running Form: Debunking Myths and Misconceptions
In this episode, we'll be discussing running form. Many runners believe that perfecting their form is the key to improving their speed and reducing their risk of injury, but is that really the case?
We'll explore the common mistakes runners make with their form, such as overstriding, heel striking, and slouching, and how these mistakes can impact their running performance and injury rate. We'll also discuss the benefits of proper running form.
However, we'll also touch on the idea that perfect form alone may not be the key to unlocking your full potential as a runner. Instead, we'll argue that running economy, which refers to how efficiently your body uses oxygen while running, may be a more important aspect to focus on. We'll explain how you can improve your running economy.
Tune in to this episode to learn how to improve your running form and economy and become a stronger, more efficient runner. -
How to Calculate your Training Paces
Welcome to this episode, where we dive into the importance of training using the right running paces based on your current fitness level.
Knowing your different running paces and training at the right pace based on your fitness level can significantly improve your overall running performance. Whether it's an easy pace, long run pace, marathon pace, threshold pace, or speed pace, each pace has its benefits.
And knowing what your ideal training paces for each workout are will help you improve faster and make the most out of your training. -
Building the Ultimate Strength Training Routine for Runners: Tips and Tricks
To help prevent injuries and improve performance, it's important to incorporate strength training into your running routine. However, not all strength training routines are created equal, and it can be overwhelming to know where to start.
Today we discuss how to create the perfect strength training routine for runners. We'll cover the different types of strength exercises, how often to do them, and which muscles to focus on. We'll also provide tips and tricks on how to balance your running and strength training workouts to avoid overtraining.
Some of the topics we cover:
The importance of strength training for runners
Types of strength exercises for runners (e.g. squats, lunges, deadlifts, etc.)
How often to do strength training workouts
How to balance running and strength training workouts
Which muscles to focus on for optimal running performance
Common mistakes to avoid when creating a strength training routine
Customer Reviews
Perfect for treadmill listening!
What’s a runners favourite thing? To talk about running of course! If like me your actual friends eyes start to glaze over when you bring up training plans, speed workouts, fuelling strategies, and super shoes, then you will also appreciate the way the hosts deep dive into these topics with the fluidity of a conversation between friends.
Richelle and Diego are easy to listen to and are armed with a wealth of well researched and experiential knowledge about the sport of running with an ultimate goal of helping everyday runners of all levels preform their best. A great podcast!
Great Podcast
Really enjoying this Podcast. Look forward to listening every week. Richelle and Diego are both very knowledgeable and have a very easy, relaxed way of sharing their knowledge with the running community. Keep it up guys.
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Diego and Richelle are a blast to listen to. Interesting. Interested. And topics of relevance to all runners.