Colour Matters: Women’s versus Men’s Kicks

May 27, 2016

Women’s kicks have come a long way in recent years, with bold hues winning out over pastel shades. But will the trend in gender neutral fashion soon make its way into the running world?

By: Karen Kwan

Will the Adidas Adizero Boston Boost 5 help a runner hoping to qualify for Boston (me! How ’bout you?) qualify? Rather than a promise of a BQ, its name comes from the fact that a portion of each pair sold goes to the Boston Runs as One fund. I’ve only run twice in them but thus far they are comfortable for me (a bit of background: I overpronate slightly and they’ve felt good with and without socks, no blisters or pain). Plus they feel extra lightweight on (they weigh 190 g for a UK size 5.5) so you feel like you can really fly in them.

They’re slightly less cushiony than I usually prefer but that makes sense given they’re designed for racing and fast training. Plus, they feature Coolever mesh upper and lining, which is designed to manage heat and enhance performance, which will be helpful now that the warm temps have arrived.

And the red (it veers close to a deep fuchsia in tone) with the white and black colourway is great. Fun and cheerful without being overly girly. But the men’s colourway in grey and orange is a cool combo, too. Often men win out with the better colourways, wouldn’t you agree? Women’s runners have come a long way from when there were only the choices of white, baby pink and lavender…but I know when it comes to my personal taste, I often favour the bright, bolder look used for the men’s style of the same shoe. Gender neutral styling seems to have yet affected the running shoe market. It’ll be interesting to see if it does in the next couple of years.

Find Karen Kwan’s weekly running fashion posts every Friday on Instagram. Karen contributes to a number of publications and you can also follow her travel and running adventures at Health & Swellness.

Ask JP: On Travel, Running Routes and Staying Social

RunningForAReason

May 26, 2016

As journalist and novelist, Pico Iyer once said, “Anyone who has traveled knows that you’re not really doing so in order to move around, but you’re traveling in order to be moved.” For me, therein lies the essence of running in general—an ability to ‘move us’ through movement, not so much in terms of distance traveled in miles, but by ‘taking us away’ in order to ‘bring us back to ourselves’.

Being somewhat of a creature of habit, I tend to follow the same running routine week after week—a long run every Sunday, followed by alternating tempo runs, hill workouts, and recovery efforts peppered throughout the rest of the week. I’m currently over in the UK visiting my family, and as a result, I find I’m struggling with not only adapting to the five-hour time difference but also being out of sync with my running mates on social media.

Not one for running with my phone when I’m at home in Toronto, I usually carry it with me when I’m running in a foreign city or abroad. I’d like to say I do this so as not to miss an opportunity to photograph a new landscape, but in all honestly, I’m so ‘directionally challenged’ that having the ability to access maps and GPS on my phone provides me the sense of security I need to get out the door each morning for my run.

My family lives in the most picturesque pastoral region of England’s west coast region, so it’s safe to say, my runs over here are a stark contrast to the gritty urban vibe that greets me as I routinely crisscross Toronto’s urban core. Whereas in Toronto I’m dodging taxicabs or tiptoeing my way through a maze of streetcar tracks, over here in England, I’m navigating twisty undulating country lanes without a car in sight. I’ve been posting lots of photos of my runs on social media, and that has sparked many questions from the running community about how I incorporate running into my work and recreational travel, and what tweaks—if any—I do to my regular training schedule.

Like many of the athletes I know, I am drawn to running for its ability to quiet all the noise and confusion that surrounds my hectic lifestyle. How ironic that it is through movement, that I seek not silence, but a degree of inner ‘stillness’. When we are able to reach this place as a runner, it’s not as though there is an absence of noise in our mind, but rather, it’s the fluidity of motion, which allows us to make the space to hear whatever it is inside us that most demands our attention.

It makes no difference where your travels lead you, making the decision to explore your new surroundings by way of running is sure to be the best way for you to take in all of the cultural, architectural, and nuanced richness of this new environment. By its very nature, running enlists a tactile interaction with our surroundings and opens us to a degree of discovery we could never expect to achieve in any other mode of travel. I love heading out for a run in the pre-dawn light and making my way through a new city or village as it slowly comes to life for a new day.

It’s been said that “wherever you go, there you are”, so it should come as no surprise that the surest way to recalibrate my mind and rejuvenate my soul is found at the other end of a run. If you’re anything like me, half of your suitcase is comprised of your running gear, and one of the first things you do when you arrive at your destination is figure out the most convenient running route and nearest places to have your post-run coffee!

What are some of your favorite experiences running away? I’d love to see, post a picture and tag @runjprun and @iRunNation on Instagram or Twitter.

Will it be a sports bra-only summer?

TheBuzzonGear

May 23, 2016

Summer’s unofficially here and now, there’s a whole new wave of sports bras that will have you ditching your racer back.

By: Karen Kwan

The last few years, brands have really stepped it up in the sports bra department—using the straps to create cool patterns, designing fun prints ranging from florals to edgy graphics, and incorporating a mix of textures including mesh and fabrics with high shine, for example. And although a handful of women run and work out with just the sports bra on with nothing worn on top of it, based on what I’ve observed in classes in Toronto (it’s still too cold here to run outdoors without a tee), most women wear a tank or a tee as well, which covers up that stylish little number.

But with spring here and summer approaching, will the warm weather have you wearing just your sports bra? It almost seems a fashion crime to cover up such well designed pieces…plus, it could be motivation to whip that core into even better shape.

Personally, I’m undecided. My main concern is chafing; I almost always run with a fuel belt and I’m pretty sure a fuel belt on a bare waist will translate into mega chafing, ouch. Also, my gut tells me running in just a sports bra will translate into much unwanted attention. If when running covered from head to toe and sweating buckets garners cat-calls, well, I can only imagine the whistles wearing just a sports bra and shorts will bring about.

Weigh in, ladies. Will you work out in your sports bra with no singlet or tee layered on top of it this season?

Healthy Eating Ideas to get through the Long Weekend

Nutrition

May 17, 2016

If you are anything like me – which I feel like you are since you’re reading this – then you will agree that long weekends don’t equate slacking off in the training department and eating like garbage; right?

I love long weekends for the chance to enjoy an extra day with my family and friends and for the opportunity to have a little extra time for training and in the kitchen creating new and delicious recipes like these ones below.

Whether your sport is endurance based like long-distance running, or maybe more interval based like sprints, hills and HIIT or you are a strength-training and/or yoga junkie, each one of these recipes will not only ignite your training but inspire your long weekend love affair too.

I am often asked as a nutritionist what my food staples are in my kitchen. When it comes to slow-release, foundation and functional carbohydrates SWEET POTATOES are at the top of my list. I roast, bake, grill or steam these beauties of each and every week as they are chalk full of nutrients like B6, vitamin C, iron, magnesium, potassium and carotenoids? They are the perfect addition to your training and healthy living journey to add an extra hit of color and mega dose of nutrients. Did you know that here in Canada our growing season for sweet potatoes is actually quite short? That’s why I use US organic Sweet Potatoes for my pancake recipe below and most of my sweet potato recipes in general.

These Cinnamon Swirl Sweet Potato Pancakes are packed with a great source of carbs, fibre and protein and make the perfect post-training breakfast.

If you’re rushed and don’t have time to make the pancakes or maybe you’re on the go then I would highly recommend adding a smoothie to your training/eating regime to help replenish and restore your bodies needs from exercising. I have a smoothie each and every day and so does my husband and my children but we switch it up ALL the time. One recipe that I am crushing on right now is my Chocolately Coconut Cacao Smoothie. It. Is. Ridiculously good. I use coconut water as my base post-training to help replenish my electrolytes and offer up a healthy dose of potassium and magnesium. I only use Thirsty Buddha coconut water as it is 100% non-gmo, Canadian-based and part of the 1% for the planet project that gives back to environmental working groups worldwide. Delicious tasting and awesome intentions…my kind of company.

Another great training food staple for me, and one that is easy to prep and make loads of leftovers are my Turkey Feta Burgers. They use very few ingredients and are a breeze to put together and cook. For me I love to use my Phillips Indoor Smokeless Grill, which is perfect to use YEAR ROUND, has one perfect heat to work with and cleans up in a cinch. I make these burgers or swap the recipe into turkey meatballs and store them in the fridge for 3-4 days for a quick option to have over top of a salad or leftover roasted veggies.

Here’s to wishing you a great long weekend with friends, family and great tasting food!

Cinnamon Swirl Sweet Potato Pancakes

INGREDIENTS
1 organic sweet potato

1/3 cup almond flour

2 large eggs, organic

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon cinnamon

2 tablespoons maple syrup

DIRECTIONS
ONE: First peel the skin and then prick with a fork all over. Cut sweet potato into quarters and place in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and cook in microwave for about 10 minutes until soft.

TWO: Allow the sweet potato to cool slightly, then mash with a potato masher until smooth. Measure out 1/2 cup sweet potato and reserve any remaining for another purpose or double the batch for you recipe.

THREE: Preheat a skillet or pan on the stovetop on medium-high heat and a little coconut oil or ghee. Combine 1/2 cup mashed sweet potato and all other ingredients in a large mixing bowl or food processer until blended well.

FOUR: Use a 1/4 measuring cup to portion batter onto skillet. Use the back of a spoon to shape. Watch for bubbles on the pancake’s surface before flipping. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes.

FIVE: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, sliced almonds, a dash more cinnamon and voila! Delicious and nutritious.

Turkey Feta Burgers

INGREDIENTS
1 pkg organic, ground turkey

½ cup goat feta

1-2 fresh garlic cloves, minced

Fresh herbs and spices to your liking

DIRECTIONS:
ONE: Combine all ingredients to form patties and grill. You do not need eggs or breadcrumbs to hold these together.

TWO: Use your Phillips Indoor Smokeless Grill and cook until clear juice runs and you achieve your desired taste, texture and flavour.

THREE: Serve on a gluten-free bun or on top of Boston Bibb Lettuce greens and garnishes of your choice.

Chocolately Coconut Cacao Smoothie

INGREDIENTS

1 cup Thirsty Buddha Coconut water

1 scoop Genuine Health Chocolate Vegan+ Protein Powder

1 frozen organic banana

Tbsp. raw almond butter

Tbsp. cacao nibs (plus a little extra for garnish)

½ tsp. cardamom

Shredded coconut for garnish

Ice

Extra water for thinning depending on desired consistency

DIRECTIONS
ONE: Place all of your ingredients together in your blender MINUS the coconut shreds and few extra cacao nibs.

TWO: Blend for 60 seconds. Pour into a fabulous glass and top with a few cacao nibs and some shredded coconut.

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Why Running Clubs Help Make Great Runners

UpToSpeed

May 17, 2016

By Chris McPeake, Longboat Road Runners

It was intimidating. That’s what I remember the most when I first thought about joining a running club. In a time before Facebook and Twitter, I scoured the internet looking for a group or club that I could join.

I had become tired of running all the time by myself and hoped to find people to run with once in a while. The problem was all of these running clubs seemed to be full of runners, really good runners. People who were fit, fast, and even ran races. I mean I ran but I was not really a runner there was no way I could join a running club. I had all but given up on the idea when I had a chance encounter with a group of runners from the Longboat Roadrunners. They sold me hard on coming out and joining them for a run. My whole I’m not a runner fell on deaf ears. “You run don’t you? That makes you a runner.”

Joining a running club was probably one of smarter things I have done. Early on I learned that inside the running club nobody cared how fast I was or how far I could run except for maybe me. It opened up a whole new world when it comes to running and provided a much needed support system as my running goals changed and grew. What you can get out of a club all depends on what you are looking for but the benefits can be endless.

One thing about runners is that we like to talk about running, just ask any non runner. The wealth of experience and knowledge you find in most clubs is immense and other runners love to share. With the growth of social media now finding a club or group that fits your running needs should be far easier and less intimidating than when I was first starting out. Want to train hard, run group tempos, speed work and improve your race times there are clubs for that. Want to get some decent coaching and training plans, no problem. Want to run easy and drink beer afterwards there is a club just for that as well. What you will end up discovering is that there are many runners that run with multiple groups depending on what they want to get out of their running.

One of the perhaps unexpected benefits that the appears to come out of a wide range of individual clubs is a much stronger and vibrant running community as a whole with the clubs really helping to keep social connections between many different runners in a sport that can sometimes be seen as solitary. Are people still intimidated at the idea of joining a club or group? I want to say no, but in my experiences coaching runners and clinics have lead me to believe that yes it is still intimidating for some, especially newer runners. Don’t let that stop you, find a group that is a good fit for you. You will be glad you did.

You Ask, JP Answers: How Social Media Makes You A Better Runner

Training

May 15, 2016

Every week runners ask me if social media is beneficial or detrimental when it comes to training for an upcoming race, or to one’s running practice in general. Full disclosure: I have an insatiable addiction when it comes to social media. Granted, our social media streams are proliferated by a lot of mindless distractions, but behind all of that is what I feel to be an authentic desire for human connection. I consider the running community I belong to be akin to a ‘tribe’—a highly diverse group that transcends gender, race, geography, and socio-economic divides. So, in this week’s “Ask JP” column, I’d like to share with you my Top 10 ways social media makes you a better runner.

1. No Man is an island.

Running can be such a lonely sport, and even the most seasoned runner will attest to how difficult it can be to hit the trail, track, road, or gym for a run. Connecting with the huge online running community reminds us that even when we are out there alone pounding out the miles, we are part of a huge running family.

2. Let’s talk chafed nipples and black toenails.
We runners can be insufferable to live with—especially when we are tapering! Staying in touch with your running mates on social media allows you to spend hours waxing on about chafed nipples, black toenails, and even the perennial question: “Should I wear a singlet or short sleeve shirt in tomorrow’s race?”

3. Everyone needs a ‘soccer mom’ or a ‘hockey dad’.
Training for a race is hard work, so it’s inevitable that our motivation might be sorely lacking a little boost. Receiving a tweet from a runner friend or a Facebook message from another runner across the globe is just like having your mom or dad cheering you on.

4. All you need to know is right here.
Twitter can be an invaluable source of information for any runner. I love checking in with my tribe to find out what the weather was like on someone’s run, what new products are out there, and when, or even if, I should sign up for a given race.

5. Sometimes a little humble pie is a good thing.
So…I’ve just got in the door from a great tempo run and I decide to post my run online for all my mates to stare at in awe. It doesn’t take long to read that other people have run farther, faster, and in worse conditions than I did. Yep…Twitter keeps my “ego in check”.

6. The surest way to inspire is to perspire.
There are definitely days when I simply don’t want to get out there and run, but a quick scan of my Twitter feed always sorts that out. Every day I’m amazed by the challenges we all face, and the resilience that so many runners bring to our sport. Whether you’re training for your first 5k, or your first 100-miler, it all starts with lacing up your shoes and proving to the rest of us that no matter what obstacle you face in life, things always seem better after a run.

7. Travel is not so lonely with tweet-ups!
Over the past four years, I’ve amassed quite a large group of running friends from around the world thanks to social media. I have a solid core group that I check in with most days while I’m eating my breakfast after my run. Social media has enlarged my world and connected me with some of the most incredible people on the planet. One of the joys of traveling to distant races throughout the year is the opportunity to “tweet-up” with some of my friends on Twitter when I visit their city for a race. Nothing calms pre-race jitters better than sitting down for a coffee or a meal with a running friend I met on social media. As an added bonus, having a local contact makes race logistics so much easier, as you gain an insider’s perspective to the best hotels, restaurants, and running routes in the new city.

8. Dig your head out of the sand…. You’ll be fine!
Nothing feels worse than training months for a big race, only to see it all go “pear shaped” on the day of the race. No matter how well we train, weather, stomach issues, and sometimes a nagging injury can derail your expectations—and maybe even result in the dreaded DNF. I’ve been there on many occasions, and my running friends on social media are always there to hold my head up, and remind me that one bad race is not the end of the world.

9. Lighten up—take a selfie!
We runners can have a tendency to take our running passion a little too seriously at times. I need a daily reminder about what brought me into running in the first place—to challenge myself physically and to help bring balance to the rest of my life. One of my favourite things to do is to look through my Facebook and Twitter feeds for the “selfies” and awesome run pics that many of my friends post. I’ve had the opportunity to run through some of the most beautiful landscapes on the planet, but I need to be reminded to slow down, look around, and take it all in!

10. Our running tribe has a kick-ass vibe!
You can’t choose your birth family, but you CAN build your running tribe! Let’s work together to build a super, supportive running tribe that will make us not only better runners but better people. You can start by retweeting this post and tagging me, @runjprun and three of your running mates. It’s an awesome way to meet amazing people who share our love of the sport.

Training tips when you travel

Training

May 13, 2016

This week’s #fashionfriday post takes a bit of a #traveltuesday spin as I’m in Dubrovnik and Istanbul this week for work, and trying to make sure I fit in some training. I travel usually at least once or twice a month and here’s what I’ve learned about training for a half or a full marathon when you travel frequently.

By Karen Kwan

Use your run as a way to sightsee. If you’re tied up in meetings all day, use your run as a way to fit in seeing some spots you want to check out. It’s easiest if it’s just a park or building you want to view from the outside (since you’ll be sweaty and in run gear). If it’s for a foodie destination (as my travel wish list usually includes), aim for the cafe or bakery to be your last stop so you can buy something to enjoy right then.

Always pack one complete run outfit. Running shoes take up a lot of space, so even though you don’t want to be that traveler in running shoes, sometimes you have to swallow your pride and wear your runners on the flight. Also, I often pack just one run outfit to save room in my carry-on luggage as you can easily hand wash the run top and bottom in your hotel bathroom sink. Technical fabrics dry quickly, so you can wear it again for another run during your trip.

Ask the hotel front desk for a run route. If you’re not familiar with the city you are in, ask at reception if they have any running routes. Many hotels offer a map with a set of routes, and if they don’t have one, they can make a suggestion as to where it is safe to run.

Run without music. I typically run with music but I find that when I’m in a new city, I want to be extra aware of my surroundings, so that I don’t get lost, for one, and so I usually run with no earphones.

Bring ID with you and the name of your hotel. I try to always bring ID when I run, for safety’s sake, but when in a city where few people know you it seems almost more key to have ID on you. Plus, I often forget the name of the hotel I’m staying in, so bring a business card from the hotel so you can easily show it to a cab driver should you get lost or run out of time miles from your hotel.

Prevent Back Pain with One Easy Stretch

Training

May 11, 2016

Runners know the importance of stretching, but some of us don’t do it nearly often enough. Toronto-based athletic therapist and personal trainer, Pamela Mazzuca Prebeg explains why the hip flexor stretch can be a runner’s best stretch, especially if you’re short on time.

By: Pamela Mazzuca Prebeg BSc. Kine

Running is repetitive, the same linear movement repeated kilometer after kilometer. But combine this with a sedentary office job and your hip flexors are most likely tightened and shortened. This is not a great thing. The problem with short and tight hip flexors is that they cause your pelvis to tilt forward, making your butt stick out more than it should. And while everyone loves a good booty, an anteriorly tilted pelvis results in bad posture, can predispose you to low back pain because they put undo stress on the discs and hinder your running potential.

So what exactly is the hip flexor?

The hip flexor is made up of three different muscles – the Iliopsoas (the combination of the psoas and iliac muscles), Rectus Femoris (one of the quadriceps), and Satorius. These muscles originate on the pelvis and low back and they insert into the femur (thigh bone). When activated and flexed they allow you to lift your knee up.

And while strong hip flexors are advantageous for a runner, tight ones are not. So spend a few minutes at the end of each run stretching your hip flexors to help keep your back healthy and alleviate any pain you may already have.

Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch

How to: With your hands on your hips, kneel on the ground and place your right foot flat on the ground in front of you so that your ankle, knee and hip form 90 degree angles. Keeping your back tall, tilt your butt under you and push your hips forward as much as possible. To intensify the stretch, reach straight overhead with your left arm and lean slightly to the right and hold for 20 seconds. You can also try reaching bringing your left foot to your butt and holding it there with your left hand for 20 seconds. Remember to switch sides.

Running skirts, to Wear or not to Wear

TheBuzzonGear

May 11, 2016

By Karen Kwan

I’ve never worn a running skirt and am undecided on them. For the most part, I don’t find them flattering (the length of most skirts typically makes my legs look short) and, well, I feel like they come across suburban mom-esque.

But then I’ve been at races and I see incredibly fit runners rocking them with a sports bra and the skirts look fantastic. More like a flirtier, cuter option to wearing shorts.

This version from Joe Fresh is a great way to test out a look. Worn with the coordinating bra and in a graphic grey and black pattern, the entire becomes more slick and urban, and best of all it costs just $40 ($24 for the bra and $16 for the skirt) so it’s a wallet-friendly way to try out a look you’re not sure is right for you.

Find Karen Kwan’s weekly running fashion posts, every Friday on Instagram.

Listen Up: Best podcasts to get you through a long run

Training

May 11, 2016

Podcast aficianados are already tuning in for iRun‘s weekly podcast co-hosted by iRun‘s founder, Mark Sutcliffe and iRun‘s Runner-in-Chief, Ray Zahab. Robyn Baldwin breakdown some of the latest running podcasts that you can add to your playlist. Here’s what you can expect and why you should be listening in.

Rich Roll

Description: Unlock your best self! Rich Roll — ultra-athlete and author of the #1 bestsellers “Finding Ultra” & “The Plantpower Way” — delves deep into all things wellness with some of the brightest and most forward thinking, paradigm busting minds in health, fitness, nutrition, creativity, entrepreneurship & spirituality — including world-class athletes, doctors, nutritionists, authors, entrepreneurs, spiritualists & artists. Topics include: general health; food policy & politics; fitness; environmentalism and sustainable lifestyle practices; meditation, yoga, mindfulness and spirituality; vegan & plant-based nutrition; and more. Rich’s goal is simple: to educate, inspire and empower YOU to discover, unlock & unleash your best, most authentic self.

What To Expect: This show has amazing conversation and can contain indepth scientific knowledge that is shared by the guests. The episodes are interview style and explore all things health, fitness, nutrition, creative, spiritual and entrepreneurship. Episodes can run from 1 hour to almost 2 hours in length. So you have to commit to these ones. This is the only podcast on the list that isn’t just a running podcast.

Tough Girl Challenges

Description: The Tough Girl Podcast is all about inspiring and motivating YOU! I will be interviewing inspirational women from around the world, who’ve faced and overcome difficult challenges and situations, they will share their story, their knowledge and provide advice and essential tips for you to overcome your own personal challenges.

What To Expect: Sara has over 46 amazing inspirational interviews with female athletes showing their prowess as Tough Girls in the hopes of just inspiring the listeners. I was interviewed on episode 33. It was my first podcast interview ever and it inspired me to get into listening to podcasts and eventually starting my own (tangent tidbit of infomration).

Ginger Runner Live

Description: Ginger Runner LIVE is a weekly talk show where The Ginger Runner (Ethan Newberry) talks about all things racing, training & beer. Also, a little about running, ultra running, marathons, triathlons & puppies. You’ll meet some of the best endurance athletes on the planet, get a chance to interact with them and maybe learn a thing or two in the process! The goal is to inspire you to get out there and train hard, race harder and party hardest!

What To Expect: Ethan is a fast talker in his intros so always a great way to keep you pumped on your run. The interviews flow smoothly and fill up one hour of information. Definitely great for “short” runs if you’re in the ultra world! 97 episodes so far at the time of this posting.

Trail Runner Nation

Description: Trail Runner Nation is devoted to sharing knowledge and advice to the trail running community – from beginners to the pros! We offer tips and discussion regarding race nutrition, pacing strategy, mental focus and much more from well-respected members of the trail community.

What To Expect: The show involves 3 hosts. They have over 255 episodes so lots to go through. The sounds quality isn’t perfect. All hosts don’t come across at the same volume

Ultra Runner Podcast

Description: ULTRARUNNER podcast features interviews with ultra top athletes, experts, writers and people we think are pretty darn interesting. We talk about nutrition, training tips, sports psychology, ultra race reviews/previews, odd trail encounters and much more. Learn more at www.ultrarunnerpodcast.com.

What To Expect: The podcast was started in 2011. The contributors or hosts include Eric Schrantz, Sarah Lavender Smith and Ethan Veneklasen. They have over 241 episodes to keep you fully entertained while running. The show is interview format to get the goods out of interesting people in the ultra world.

Running on Om

Description: The Running On Om (ROO) podcast explores questions of the mind, body, and spirit connection. Julia Hanlon, the creator and host of the podcast, has a passion for the inspirational power of storytelling. In ROO podcasts, Julia interviews innovative minds from a wide range of backgrounds— from authors, musicians, athletes, actors, entrepreneurs, yogis, to chefs— Julia believes that everyone has a story worth sharing. Running On Om will spark your imagination and deliver encouragement, insight, and strength in your path to personal growth and transformation. For more information and show notes, visit www.runningonom.com.
What To Expect: This show is in interview format and episodes are around one hour in length. Julia the host is not only a runner but also a yoga teacher hence the podcast name. I love that she incorporates mind, body and spirit into the conversation. She has almost 200 episodes up!

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