Running on Carbs Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

My kindergarten teacher was awesome! She taught us all sorts of life lessons and people skills that translated well into daily life and carried me through to adulthood with a genuine foundation.

We learned which side of stairs were the “up” side and which side were the “down”. We also learned how to be courteous to our classmates, take turns, cooperate on the playground and stand in a straight line (a very helpful skill at race start lines when hitting the porta-loo before the starting horn sounds).

But, she didn’t teach me everything that I would need to be a gracious and thoughtful runner so, in this episode I’ll highlight some runner etiquette you may be wondering about.  

• Is it impolite to pass other runners without waving?
• Can runners use the bike lane?
• What about running in groups?

Fresh off my 10k tune-up race, I also share a race day recap and then I top off the episode with a bonus segment on racing etiquette, because you probably didn’t learn this in kindergarten either!

Need help creating a training plan for your running and fitness goals?

Schedule a no-obligation, 20-minute call with Coach Val to discuss your individual training questions and see if coaching with Running on Carbs is right for you. Pick a date for your call here: https://runningoncarbs.hbportal.co/public/6614a8d9a027ad001f10db35

Download your plant-based kitchen tool essentials list:

https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/plant-based-kitchen-essentials

September Apple Podcast Review Contest

Enter the September drawing to win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

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You’ve trained for months, and you want to show up at the starting line of your race confident and prepared. What is the one thing you can do to hit the turbo boost button on your confidence gauge?

Practice! And, I don’t just mean running. You actually have to practice the art and science of racing and the logistics that come with it.

Like anything else in life, when we know what to expect, it takes the fear of the unknown out of the situation. Then, we are free to focus on our performance and live in the moment, rather than in our heads.

In this episode, Coach Val talks about the importance of tune-up races and how to properly structure them into a training plan at any distance.

Mentioned in this episode:

https://runningintheusa.com/

Need help creating a training plan for your running and fitness goals?

Schedule a no-obligation, 20-minute call with Coach Val to discuss your individual training questions and see if coaching with Running on Carbs is right for you. Pick a date for your call here: https://runningoncarbs.hbportal.co/public/6614a8d9a027ad001f10db35

Download your plant-based kitchen tool essentials list:

https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/plant-based-kitchen-essentials

September Apple Podcast Review Contest

Enter the September drawing to win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

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Read the blog Running on Carbs Blog

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#Runningoncarbs #runcoach #run #womenwhorun #Plantbasedlifestyle #Plantbasedlife #Plantbasedrunner #plantbasedcoach #Runner #Running #veganrunner #Marathon #Halfmarathon #5ktraining #Runfuel #Runningmotivation #Runninglife #onlinerunningcoach

Pound for pound, spices are the most nutrient rich food on the planet. These power-packed plants have been the focus of world travel, discovery and even wars between nations.

Lauded for their medicinal strengths, spices and herbs have been used for centuries for their healing properties and health promoting qualities. Which is why runners can benefit from including more of these delicious plants in their diets.

This week, on the Running on Carbs Podcast, Coach Val reviews the health and flavor qualities of 8 spices you probably have in your spice cabinet right now but may not be using.

Grab your spice rack and your running shoes so you can spice up your meal and your next run!

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! The BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link or click here to sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/bashful-badass-beta

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

July Apple Podcast Review Contest

Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

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Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching

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Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

In this episode:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6532192/

https://draxe.com/nutrition/top-10-high-antioxidant-foods/

https://www.webmd.com/diet/oregano-oil-good-for-you

https://nutritionfacts.org/video/enhancing-athletic-performance-with-peppermint/#:~:text=The%20effects%20of%20peppermint%20on,25%25%20greater%20time%20to%20exhaustion

https://www.medicinenet.com/what_is_thyme_good_for/article.htm

https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-black-salt

https://nutritionfacts.org/video/the-healthiest-natural-source-of-iodine/

Is your cellphone ruining your running form? Headache after a run? Stiff neck or sore shoulders? It could be undertrained muscles.

Do you find yourself

• Looking down while running

• Tensing your shoulders

• Crossing one arm over your body

Constantly bent forward over a phone or computer can cause neck, shoulder and back compensations that lead to poor form while running and eventually…PAIN!

This week, on the Running on Carbs Podcast, Coach Val lays out a 5 exercise beginner strength plan to help strengthen the muscles that can lead to poor upper body motor control and may be affecting your running form.

Say bye-bye to achy shoulders and HELLO sexy shoulders after this episode!

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! The BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link or click here to sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/bashful-badass-beta

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

June Apple Podcast Review Contest

Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs

Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching

Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs

Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications

Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs

Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

We’ve all been there; lack of motivation, low energy, can’t seem to drag ourselves out of the house even when we really love to run. So, what can be causing this lack of motivation and where did your running spirit go?

This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val, she gives 10 potential causes for what may be zapping your energy and leaving you unmotivated and stuck to the couch. Always one to provide useful tips, she also shares tips on how to get your running spirit back; whether that’s self-care or a swift kick in the “you know what”.

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! The BETA launch of the club is open now! Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link or click here to sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/bashful-badass-beta

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

June Apple Podcast Review Contest

Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs

Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching

Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs

Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications

Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs

Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Navigating and understanding nutrition labels as a plant-based athlete does not have to be confusing or overwhelming.

This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val, she shares a mini masterclass on nutrition labels; how to read them, what to look for and short cuts for quickly eliminating inferior product options. Take these helpful tips with you the next time you head to the grocery store.

As mentioned on the podcast:

www.nutritionfacts.org

Fiber Rule video:

https://nutritionfacts.org/video/the-five-to-one-fiber-rule/

The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner – available on Amazon and at your local library

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link or visit here: https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/bashful-badass-beta

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

June Apple Podcast Review Contest

Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs

Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching

Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs

Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications

Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs

Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

You’ve graduated from physical therapy after an injury. Hooray! But, you’re on your own to advance your training and return to your previous running fitness. Now what? Where do you start while also avoiding future injury?

This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val, she shares her four fundamentals of a progressive plan to return to fitness. Whether you’ve been on the sidelines for 2 months or 12 months, the fundamentals remain the same.

Use these tips to build a plan that safely progresses you back to your previous running fitness and then beyond, in a safe and controlled manner to keep you running and off of the bench.

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

June Apple Podcast Review Contest

Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs

Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching

Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs

Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications

Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs

Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Want to know the secret to running faster over longer distances without burning out?

This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val covers everything you need to know about these fun, yet challenging workouts. Whether you’re a novice runner or experienced marathoner, there’s a tempo run that’s just right for you.

Coach Val covers it all from explaining what a tempo run is and isn’t, to who should do tempo runs and when they should be incorporated into your training plan. Then, she shares three of her favorite tempo run workouts that you can try in your next training program.

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the waitlist to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

May Apple Podcast Review Contest (last week to enter for June 2024 drawing)

Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs

Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching

Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs

Sign up for our email list

Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs

Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

You know that eating a plant-based diet is good for your overall health, but did you know that your diet also gives you an advantage in training and racing?

During this episode, Coach Val discusses why plant-based diets favor the endurance athlete. She offers examples of food combinations and why they work and how to fuel for short training runs to racing a marathon, entirely fueled and powered by plants.

Link mentioned in episode:

Glycemic Index Guide

https://glycemic-index.net/

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the waitlist to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

May Apple Podcast Review Contest

Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs

Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching

Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs

Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications

Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs

Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. The information in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. If you have a medical concern or potential injury, you should seek advice and guidance from a qualified medical professional.

Every year, as many as 75% of runners will suffer a running-related injury. One of the highest risk injuries a runner can sustain is a femoral neck stress fracture. The question then becomes, what’s next and how do you return to the sport you love after suffering this type of injury. Is running again even possible?

Coach Val shares her personal journey through the winding path of diagnosis, healing, recovery and the comeback to running. The lessons learned along the way reach into every aspect of life, including work, sport, everyday activities and mental health.

Come along the journey and see that a setback is only a setup for a comeback, if you’re willing to protect your mind along the pathway to where you want to be.

National Library of Medicine article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6226070/#:~:text=The%20fracture%20line%20created%20with,the%20femoral%20neck%2019%2053%20.

Video: Key test for hip stress fracture:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYa_kRlTvjk

ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the waitlist to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.

Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.

Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.

Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.

Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. Be entered to win an 8 week run training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.

Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs

Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching 

Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs

Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications

Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs

Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay