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The Running Rules Podcast Alan Ladd
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The Running Rules Podcast helps you, the middle of the pack runners transform your training, nail your nutrition and master your mindset so you can run 5ks to ultramarathons faster, stronger and more confidently.
The podcast is hosted by me, Alan Ladd, a running coach, nutritionist and 2:45 marathoner from Northern Ireland. I take a holistic approach focusing on training, nutrition, mindset and lifestyle using the experiences of both my coaching clients and me as well as science backed recommendations.
Get your free guide to running faster marathons at www.therunningrules.com/faster-marathon
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#66: Vitamins and minerals for runners with Kyra Collins, marathoner, nutritionist and podcaster
Vitamins and minerals can seemingly be a complex topic to get our heads around so I've enlisted the help of a guest expert Kyra Collins.
Kyra takes us through what vitamins and minerals are, why they are so important for runners and how we should go about making sure we are getting them all in the right amounts.
We also talk about different populations and diets where we may (or may not!) need to be a bit more careful.
To connect with Kyra and find out more about her coaching go to:
https://www.instagram.com/kyra.collins.nutrition/
https://www.facebook.com/kcnutrition
If you want to improve in your next race and want personalised help in training, nutrition and mindset designed to get you faster, further and stronger straight away, message me at www.instagram.com/therunningrules or see www.therunningrules.com/coaching
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#65: The power of recovery and why it is critical to your success
Recovery has been top of my mind since completing Manchester marathon 2 weeks ago but I have got a couple of things wrong!
In this episode, I talk about recovery on a weekly, monthly and after a big race and why it is important for body and mind. I cover the 3 big areas that I prioritise in recovery for clients and me and also some of the things that I don't put as much emphasis on.
If you want to improve in your next race and want personalised help in training, nutrition and mindset designed to get you faster, further and stronger straight away, message me at www.instagram.com/therunningrules or see www.therunningrules.com/coaching
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#64: Fast forward - The top 5 ways to become a faster runner
When thinking about getting faster, we can fall into the trap of thinking we just have to run more or run faster. However, there are so many things to consider when trying to run faster.
Some of these things can be directly opposite to how we think we should approach getting faster. A lot are not even to do with the training itself.
Today, I give you the top 5 ways to get faster. There will be something in this episode that you can take to improve in your own running and it might be a lot simpler than adding more volume to your week.
If you want to improve in your next race and want personalised help in training, nutrition and mindset designed to get you faster, further and stronger straight away, message me at www.instagram.com/therunningrules or see www.therunningrules.com/coaching
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#63: Manchester marathon recap and reflections - how a tough physical and mental challenge really feels
On Sunday I completed my 12th marathon and first as a master's athlete (40+). This episode tells you exactly what it was like going into the race, how the race panned out and what my reflections have been.
A marathon is always hard work, especially when you are pushing your limits and you are relying on good training, nutrition, mindset, pacing and conditions on the day. Sometimes, a small thing can help get you to the end.
Thank you so much for the support on this chapter of my running journey. Next up Chicago!
If you want to improve in your next race and want personalised help in training, nutrition and mindset designed to get you faster, further and stronger straight away, message me at www.instagram.com/therunningrules or see www.therunningrules.com/coaching
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BONUS mini series 3 part 12 - Final preparations - my training for Manchester marathon
This is part 12 of a series following my preparation, training, nutrition and mindset for Manchester marathon 2024.
The taper started pretty abruptly last week when I was diagnosed with a quad strain but a low key week of training with rehab exercises and good nutrition has helped me get back to where I should be in the plan.
The day before a marathon is never my favourite day but trying to stay relaxed and not focusing too heavily on tomorrow helps.
Today I talk about the shakeout run, nutrition and logistics and a little taper accident this week.
If there's anything you would like to know through this mini-series, please DM me on IG @therunningrules
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#62: How the vegetarian diet has worked for me and how you can find a diet that helps you become stronger and more energised
Diet is very individualistic otherwise we would all be eating the same things! However, certain diet principles can increase your chance of good running performance and better overall wellbeing.
In today's episode, I talk about my diet journey from becoming pescatarian at the age of 6 to getting very lax with nutrition in my 20s. In 2018 I became vegetarian and then became a nutritionist and understood how to improve my vegetarian diet.
This episode is not only for anyone that wishes to follow a plant-based diet but also anyone who wants to improve whatever diet they are on to gain better performance.
If you want to improve in your next race and want personalised help in training, nutrition and mindset designed to get you faster, further and stronger straight away, message me at www.instagram.com/therunningrules or see www.therunningrules.com/coaching
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