330. Why Most Runners Never Get Strong (Even If They Lift)
If you’re a runner and you’re lifting weights…you probably assume you’re getting stronger. But what if you’re not? What if all that time in the gym isn’t actually translating into better performance, fewer injuries, or improved endurance? In this episode, Why Most Runners Never Get Strong (Even If They Lift), I’m breaking down exactly what’s going wrong. Because it’s not about whether you lift—it’s about how you lift, why you lift, and whether you’re doing the things that actually force your body to adapt. Most runners are checking the box…going through the motions…playing it safe. And safe doesn’t build strength. Today, we’re cutting through all of that. I’ll show you what real strength training looks like, why most runne
329. Replay: Top 10 Biggest Myths about Weight Loss
Today on the podcast, we’re digging into something that causes a ton of confusion, frustration, and spinning your wheels…weight loss advice. Everywhere you look, someone’s telling you what to eat, how to train, and what you’re doing wrong. But here’s the real question…does any of that actually apply to you as a runner? In this episode, Top 10 Biggest Myths about Weight Loss, I’m breaking down the most common misconceptions that keep runners stuck. Because what works for the average person—or some influencer on social media—doesn’t always translate to endurance athletes who are out there putting in serious miles. If you’ve been doing all the “right things” but not seeing results, this is going to open your eyes. I’ll show you what’s actually holding you back and what to focus on instead so you can lose fat, get stronger, and become a better runner.
328. How Runners Sabotage Their Own Progress (And Don’t Even Realize It)
If you feel like you’re doing all the right things—running consistently, trying to eat better, maybe even adding some strength work—but you’re still not seeing the results you want…this episode is going to hit home. Because here’s the truth: most runners aren’t stuck because they’re not trying hard enough. They’re stuck because they’re unknowingly working against themselves. And it’s subtle. It shows up in how you train, how you recover, how you eat, and how you think about all of it. You don’t need more motivation. You don’t need a new training plan. You need awareness. In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common ways runners sabotage their own progress—and more importantly, how to stop doing that so you can finally start moving forward.
327. Spring Race Prep: What To Do (and NOT Do) Right Now
If your spring race is coming up in the next 4–6 weeks, this is where everything changes. You’re not building fitness anymore. You’re not trying to “get in shape.” At this point, the hay is in the barn. What you do now is either going to sharpen you up for race day…or completely sabotage all the work you’ve already done. And here’s the problem: most runners get this part wrong. They start cramming in extra miles, pushing harder, second-guessing everything, or trying new things at the worst possible time. So today, I’m breaking down exactly what to do—and what NOT to do—so you can show up on race day feeling strong, lean, confident, and ready. This is Spring Race Prep: What To Do (and NOT Do) Right Now.
326. Build Your Plate: The Simplest Fat-Loss Framework That Works
If you’ve ever felt like nutrition is way more complicated than it should be…you’re not wrong. Most runners are stuck trying to figure out calories, macros, meal timing, and what they “should” or “shouldn’t” be eating. And the result? Inconsistency. Frustration. And not getting the results you want. So today, I’m stripping all of that away. In this episode—Build Your Plate: The Simplest Fat-Loss Framework That Works—I’m giving you a practical, no-BS way to structure your meals so you can lose fat, get stronger, and actually feel better while you’re running. No tracking required. No complicated rules. Just a simple system you can use at your very next meal. Because fat loss doesn’t happen from knowing more—it happens from doing the same simple things consistently. And that’s exactly what this episode is about.
325. Mental Toughness Is a Skill and Here’s How to Train It
If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just need to be more mentally tough,” but had no real idea how to actually do that…this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth—mental toughness isn’t something you’re born with. It’s not reserved for elite athletes or people with superhuman discipline. It’s a skill. And like any skill, it can be trained. In this episode—Mental Toughness Is a Skill Here’s How to Train It—I’m going to break this down in a way that actually makes sense for real runners with real lives. No fluff. No hype. Just practical, actionable ways to build the kind of mindset that helps you stay consistent, push through hard runs, and follow through on the goals you say you want. Because if you can train your body, you can train your mind.
324. The Strength Deficits That Cause Most Running Injuries
Let’s talk about something most runners completely misunderstand: injuries. Most runners think injuries are just bad luck. Or maybe the result of running too many miles too quickly. But in reality, most running injuries are predictable. They’re caused by specific strength deficits that quietly undermine your running mechanics. Weak hips. Poor single-leg stability. A core that can’t control rotational forces. These weaknesses don’t just affect how strong you are — they affect how you move. And when your body can’t control the forces created while running, something eventually breaks down. In this episode, The Strength Deficits That Cause Most Running Injuries, I’m breaking down the key weaknesses I see in runners every single day — and how they lead to knee pain, hip issues, Achilles problems, and more. Once you understand these strength deficits, you’ll start seeing injuries differently — and more importantly, you’ll know exactly what to do to prevent them.
323. How to Lose Weight Without Tanking Your Running
If you’re a runner trying to lose weight, you’ve probably run into this frustrating experience: you start cutting calories, trying to “eat clean,” maybe even running more… and suddenly your runs feel terrible. Your energy drops. Your pace slows down. Workouts feel harder than they should. And sometimes you end up gaining the weight back anyway. This happens all the time. Runners assume the solution is to eat less and run more. But that approach almost always backfires. Today I’m going to walk you through how to approach fat loss in a way that actually supports your running instead of sabotaging it. We’ll talk about why so many runners tank their performance when they try to lose weight, what’s actually going wrong, and the smarter strategy that helps you lean out while staying strong and consistent with your training. If you want to get leaner and run better, this episode is for you.
322. How to Build Unshakable Self-Trust
Today we’re talking about something that impacts every single workout, every food choice, and every goal you set—but almost nobody trains directly: self-trust. In this episode, How to Build Unshakable Self-Trust, I’m breaking down what self-trust actually is, what it’s not, why so many runners quietly lose it, and—most importantly—how to build it back stronger than ever. Because here’s the truth: if you don’t trust yourself, you’ll second-guess your training, sabotage your nutrition, overcommit, underdeliver, and keep starting over. And this isn’t about hype or affirmations. It’s about integrity. It’s about alignment. It’s about becoming someone who does what they say they’re going to do. If you want to lose weight, get stronger, and become a better runner, you have to solve this first.
321. Run Faster Without Getting Fitter: The Truth About Running Economy
Most runners think getting faster means building a bigger engine—more miles, harder workouts, better VO₂ max. And while that stuff matters, it’s not the whole story. There’s something else that might be even more important. Running economy. It’s one of the most overlooked performance variables out there—and improving it can mean running faster at the exact same fitness level. Same heart rate. Same oxygen use. Same engine. Just less wasted energy. In this episode, I’m breaking down what running economy actually is, why most runners misunderstand it, and how improving it can change everything—from your pace to your endurance to how hard running feels. If you want running to feel smoother, easier, and stronger without just piling on more training, this episode is for you.