The Planted Runner

The Brutal Truth: You'll Never Master The Marathon (encore run)

What does the word “mastery” mean to you? In some sense, it’s when you’ve reached the top of the mountain.  You’ve learned everything there is to know, and the only thing left to do is retire or teach. But what if nothing can truly be mastered?  Is it still worth the chase? In running, for example, can you ever truly master the marathon? In this conversation with runner, coach, and writer, Matt Fitzgerald, we talk about: * The concept of mastery in running and how it can help you improve at any age, * Why some runners never reach their potential, and * How you can get closer to achieving your running dreams, if you really want to. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition. If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition [https://theplantedrunner.com/book] wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.  Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less. LINKS: If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link [https://theplantedrunner.com/link]. For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner [https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner] LIQUID IV: Just one stick of LIquid IV + 16 oz. of water hydrates better than water alone.  Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ [https://www.liquid-iv.com/] and use code PLANTED at checkout. RECENT REVIEWS: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Thank you “Wonderful podcast thank you for sharing your knowledge it’s golden! I enjoy learning from you and your guests.” Faye Aydin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Inspiring story “Thanks for sharing your inspiring story. Listened to it three days before my race. Really feel encouraged and strong.” Kate CJ Lin  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Love the content “I’m a new runner and listening to the topics on this podcast, especially the ones related to injury and impacts of running on mental state is so helpful! Thank you, I hope to gain more marathon training tips!” Jay-runs Music Credits: Music from Uppbeat

Iron: The Critical Levels All Runners Must Know

Millions of runners are unknowingly suffering from an iron deficiency and it is slowly causing a cascade of problems that is not just affecting their running, but their whole life. Is this something you should be concerned about? Let’s find out. Today, I’m going to go into what you need to know about iron deficiencies in runners You’ll learn: * Why runners are at a higher risk for low iron * The signs and symptoms that you might not realize * And how to get more iron in your diet from plants. I’ll also reveal a sneaky symptom of low iron that I just learned from my daughter, that happily is easily fixed. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition. If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition [https://theplantedrunner.com/book] wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.  Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less. LINKS: If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link [https://theplantedrunner.com/link]. For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner [https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner] LIQUID IV: Just one stick of LIquid IV + 16 oz. of water hydrates better than water alone.  Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ [https://www.liquid-iv.com/] and use code PLANTED at checkout. RECENT REVIEWS: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Love this podcast! I have been running for 24 year, but only 3+ as a plant-based runner.  I love the info that Coach Claire provides especially the mental strength techniques.  I recently got certified as an RRCA Level 1 coach, but have been a little timid in taking steps to begin coaching professionally.  I think being coached is probably the first step and Coach Claire seems like the best fit for me! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐So positive and helpful! 😍 Love this podcast and all the topics! Been listening for probably 2 years now and Claire is an amazing host. I appreciate how she keeps episodes concise with the occasional longer episode with a guest. As a vegan, I totally dig the plant-based info, but that is not the basis of most episodes–running is.  All the episodes I’ve listened to are encouraging and so positive. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A highlight of my week It is a gift to be able to have a space for plant-based runners to learn!  Claire’s advice is always solid and not just limited to the plant-based, but doesn’t include fueling your runs with unhealthy foods, which seems to happen on other podcasts.  Thank you! Music Credits: Music from Uppbeat

Runners, This is How To Time Your Strength Work for Best Results

Nearly as important as strength training itself, the timing of when you lift is very important, especially if you have big running goals. Time it wrong and strength training can actually hinder your running progress. But get it right and your strength program will be the perfect compliment to what you are already doing in your running shoes. Today I’ll reveal when to schedule strength training so that it's most beneficial for you and your running.   You’ll learn: * why alternating running and strength training days is a bad idea * how to schedule strength if you run in the evenings, and * how to make it all work when you have limited time Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition. If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition [https://theplantedrunner.com/book] wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.  Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less. LINKS: If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link [https://theplantedrunner.com/link]. For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner [https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner] LIQUID IV: Just one stick of LIquid IV + 16 oz. of water hydrates better than water alone.  Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ [https://www.liquid-iv.com/] and use code PLANTED at checkout. RECENT REVIEWS: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Thoroughly Enjoyed This Last Podcast All of the background music keeps me on a nice easy pace while listening when running.  Great reminders that scientifically proven im not slow!  I run slow to build my aerobic engine so I’m capable of running fast when I want to.  Highly recommended!  Also, as a member of the PR Team, you can’t get a better run coach who is passionate about a plant based lifestyle.  Check it out if that’s your thing!  Deniese Deggs ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Perfect timing 😊 I am a listener from Asia and I stumbled upon your podcast a year ago. I have been running for a few years now but just recently shifted to a plant based diet. I am so happy I found this podcast. It really helped me a lot and up to now, I’m still learning every episode. It has been tough having this lifestyle, especially where I am from where the resources are very meager. Thank you so much and I always look forward to weekly episodes. Keep it up, I hope you know how much help and inspiration you are able to give 💯 ammmilo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Informative and fun I really enjoy listening to this podcast. It’s interesting and informative. I’m a new runner and follow a predominantly plant-based diet so it’s a perfect fit. Piculina Music Credits: Music from Uppbeat

Are Your "Easy" Runs Sabatoging Your Results?

It is normal to think, “I need to run faster to run faster.”  But that drive to run faster may actually be what’s stopping you from getting what you want. And not to mention, when you actually try to slow down your runs, it feels awkward and unnatural. Why is that?  And how do you physically run slower when it feels so weird? Today we’ll dive deep into the power of running slowly to run faster.   You’ll learn: * the scientific reasons slow running works so well * the amount of slow running you need to improve, and * how you make slow running feel less awkward This concept is undoubtedly the most critical thing you can do to become a better endurance runner.  So if you are a new runner or you have been running for years with disappointing results, this is absolutely what you need to hear right now. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition. If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition [https://theplantedrunner.com/book] wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.  Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less. LINKS: If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link [https://theplantedrunner.com/link]. For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner [https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner] LIQUID IV: Just one stick of LIquid IV + 16 oz. of water hydrates better than water alone.  Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ [https://www.liquid-iv.com/] and use code PLANTED at checkout. RECENT REVIEWS: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Great tips and tricks to keep me inspired. Thank you Claire, for helping me get through a dreaded treadmill workout.  The tips in last week’s episode hit the mark.  I ran a 10k for the first time on one this morning.  I appreciate all the time you spend on strengthening our mental health when trying to get through those tough runs. GreatLakesBrandie ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Perfect timing 😊 I am a listener from Asia and I stumbled upon your podcast a year ago. I have been running for a few years now but just recently shifted to a plant based diet. I am so happy I found this podcast. It really helped me a lot and up to now, I’m still learning every episode. It has been tough having this lifestyle, especially where I am from where the resources are very meager. Thank you so much and I always look forward to weekly episodes. Keep it up, I hope you know how much help and inspiration you are able to give 💯 ammmilo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Informative and fun I really enjoy listening to this podcast. It’s interesting and informative. I’m a new runner and follow a predominantly plant-based diet so it’s a perfect fit. Piculina Music Credits: Music from Uppbeat

Marathon Face: How Running Can Make You Look Older

Do you have Marathon Face? Running can affect your skin and hair making you look older than you really are.  But there are ways to make sure you are not sacrificing great skin and hair for your running PRs. You’ll learn: * Why we chafe and how to prevent it * How running can prematurely age your skin, and * How to protect your hair from damage caused directly or indirectly from running. This is a topic that’s not really discussed too much in the running world, so you might not even realize that running is making your skin and hair look older than you actually are. I’ll also go into what I do personally to age well and look my best, in case you’re interested. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition. If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition [https://theplantedrunner.com/book] wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library.  Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less. LINKS: If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link [https://theplantedrunner.com/link]. For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner [https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner] LIQUID IV: Just one stick of LIquid IV + 16 oz. of water hydrates better than water alone.  Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ [https://www.liquid-iv.com/] and use code PLANTED at checkout. RECENT REVIEWS: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Helpful! Lots of very helpful tips that are backed by science and experience.  Love the training lab episodes! BrookeyPage ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Love love this show and Claire I’ve been listening to Claire’s voice and advice since “Run to the Top.” Starting my run with that familiar voice, puts my mind at ease.  This is not just another run podcast. It has so much useful advice across the board.  Claire was my first run coach.  I was in the first run team she had. I recommend that to any runner.  She makes you feel heard.  I’m an ultra runner mainly now, but I’m still listening, because her advice works on the trail too.  Keep going girl! UltraSloan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐My favorite part of my run I recommend this podcast to all my running friends.  Claire has a way of making you feel completely understood.  The information is incredibly useful and based in solid science.  The episodes are the perfect length–clear, concise, and always uplifting.  It’s a must-listed for anyone looking for practical advice and a positive boost. lupismedina Music Credits: Music from Uppbeat