Martha Runs the World Podcast Martha Hughes

Send us a Text Message.#280 - Mile races are not very popular anymore. But when we think back to mile races, we may think of Roger Bannister breaking the 4-minute mile for the first time and how incredible it must have been. Or, we think of how this distance evolved into the 1500-meter race we have today. Or maybe, you think of the Beer Mile races that are rising in popularity today. There's something about the Miler to me that conjures storytelling, history and the romanticism of running. Th...

Send us a Text Message.#279 - As the temperatures rise with summer, so do runners' hydration needs. This week, I cover what we should do to stay on the roads and trails in the upcoming months. It's not just about drinking water either! Also, don't miss my appreciation statement at the end of the show! Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.Martha R...

Send us a Text Message.#278 - The Pacific Crest Trail is one of the three Big Three American trails that also includes the Appalachian Trail and the Continental Divide. It is an incredible treasure of a trail: 2.650 miles of picturesque trail encompassing some of the most beautiful landscape you will ever see! This week, I cover the trail's history, what to expect if you want to enjoy a part of it, or all of it and some incredible feats of some very wild FKTs! The PCT is a national gem and we...

Send us a Text Message.#277 - Unless you only run 5ks or are a casual runner and don't care about races, you will need to include a weekly or a bi-weekly long run. Long runs are terrific, but sometimes it's hard to psych ourselves up for getting through them. One long run might be a breeze, while another you may need some extra help! I'm here for you. I give you some hacks to get you through so you can help do your best in your next race! Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the F...

Send us a Text Message.#276 - This first episode on running gear covers what we runners use during our runs - watches, shoes, hydration systems and clothes. There will be a second episode covering what we use before and after our runs. There will probably be a third episode covering everything I forgot because we runners like a lot of stuff! And don't miss my rant about woman's shorts! PS: After I recorded this, Garmin did an update to Garmin Connect that I absolutely HATE. I will includ...

Send us a Text Message.#275 - Besides running, I love to read. I know many of you do too! This week, I share eight of my favorite books on running and what makes them so precious to me. Some of the authors have been guests on my show while others are talked about for the first time. I hope you enjoy them. Please let me know if you've read any of them and if I should have included any I left off. All links can be found on the show website. Stick around after the book wrap up as I have a c...