Episode #005: Greg Itahara

Episode #005: Greg Itahara

In this episode, Coach Chris sits down with Greg Itahara, the man behind Itahara Design.  Greg’s work creating customs singlets and shoes has sent shockwaves through the running community, and the customs he makes for his clients turn heads wherever they go.  In addition to the custom apparel, Greg creates graphics for running clubs, races and events in the running community. He’s even partnered with Nike to make special edition products for his hometown race, The Chicago Marathon.  Listen as we chat about Greg’s life, his passion for design, his creative process, and all things in between.  ————————————————————————————————————————————————— Greg’s Links: IG: @greg_itahara Web: gregitahara.com [http://gregitahara.com] ————————————————————————————————————————————————— Goode Athletics Links:  IG: @goodeathletics Twitter: @goodeathletics Web: goodeathletics.com [http://goodeathletics.com] Are you looking to improve your running? Connect with Goode Athletics on any of the above platforms! Mention the Goode Athletics Podcast to get 20% off your first month of coaching!

Episode #004: Gulab Singh

Gulab Singh is a collegiate runner who competes in distance events at American River College in Sacramento, California.  He runs to improve himself, and be an inspiration to other athletes, and has aspirations of one day making a national team for India, his nation of birth.   His page @turban_elite on Instagram chronicles his own training and provides a base of support for athletes with similar cultural backgrounds to him, who may feel underrepresented.   Please enjoy this conversation with Gulab and don’t forget to like/share!  ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gulab’s Socials: IG: @turban_elite Goode Athletics Socials:  IG: @goodeathletics  Twitter: @goodeathletics Listen to the Goode Athletics Podcast on Buzzsprout, Spotify & Apple Music ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Interested in improving your running?  Get in touch with Goode Athletics goodeathletics.com/contact [http://goodeathletics.com/contact]

Episode #003: 7 Tips for High School Runners

In this episode, Coach Chris turns his chair around, flips his hat backwards and speaks to the youth, instilling 7 pieces of advice that he wished that he had heard when he was a high school athlete.  While each of these tips may seem generic on the surface level, Coach Chris breaks them down to help listeners get a deeper understanding of the lessons he is trying to convey Topics include:  What it means to work hard, why working "smarter" isn't always smarter, college running, the coach/athlete relationship, the importance of being responsible and more!

Episode #002: How to Up Your Mental Game and Cope With Stress

In this episode, we look at the effects of psychological stress on performance, as well as talk about methods you can use to bring out your best.

Episode #001: Welcome to The Goode Athletics Podcast

Welcome to the first ever episode of The Goode Athletics Podcast and thank you for being one of our very first listeners! In this episode, Coach Chris Goode provides background about who he is, what he does, and what is to come in this podcast.