A collective of conversations that inspire, motivate, and encourage runners who know deep down that the world we want to create already exists. We all play a ro...
Nadia Ruiz was only 14 when she ran her first marathon. Since then she’s run 158 more (with 82 BQs), 136 half marathons, 13 half Ironmen, five full Ironmen, multiple ultras… Her parents are her inspiration to share her passion for health and education and to be a role model as a female, a Latina, and a child of immigrants. For complete show notes and links, visit our website at runningforreal.com/episode426. Thank you to Tracksmith, Precision Fuel & Hydration, and Runna for sponsoring this episode. Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. For years the brand has elevated running wear using best-in-class materials and timeless silhouettes that perform at the highest level and can be worn everyday, not just for running. Tracksmith helps the environment by making comfortable, durable clothes that will last for years, rather than winding up in the landfill. They help athletes who are trying to make the Olympic trials, and they offer scholarships for creatives to work on their crafts. If you’re a new customer, go to http://tracksmith.com/tina and use the code TINANEW at checkout to get $15 off your order of $75 or more. Returning customers can use the code TINAGIVE, and Tracksmith will give you free shipping. Precision Fuel & Hydration helps athletes crush their fueling and hydration so they can perform at their best. Tina used their electrolytes and fuel when she finished first female and third overall at the Bryce Canyon 50 Miler. You can go to https://visit.pfandh.com/tina-planner for their free Fuel & Hydration planner to understand how much carb, fluid, and sodium you need for your key runs. If you have more questions, Precision offers free video consultations. Their Athlete Support crew will answer your race nutrition questions and act as a sounding board for your fueling strategy. No hard-sell, just an experienced and friendly human who knows the science and is full of practical advice on how to nail your race nutrition. You can book a call at https://visit.pfandh.com/tina-calls. Once you know what you need to run your best, you can go to https://www.precisionfuelandhydration.com/tina/ for 15% off their range of multi-strength electrolytes and fuel. Runna is on a mission to make running as easy, effective and enjoyable as possible by providing personalized running plans built by Olympic athletes and expert coaches. They have plans for runners of all abilities, from Couch to 5K to elite level, and offer strength, mobility, and Pilates plans to integrate with your running. They even have a community section on the app, where you can connect with like-minded runners. There’s a reason why they’re the #1 rated running app in the world - go to https://join.runna.com/lKmc/partnerrefer?deep_link_sub1=RUNNINGFORREAL and use code RUNNINGFORREAL to get two weeks free! Thanks for listening! If you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe wherever you’re listening to this podcast. And if you enjoy “Running for Real,” please leave us a review! Keep up with what’s going on at Running for Real by signing up for our weekly newsletter on our website, https://runningforreal.com/. Follow Tina on Instagram and Facebook. You’ll find Running for Real there too! Want to be a member of the Running for Real community? Join #Running4Real Superstars on Facebook! Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TinaMuir) for additional content, including our “RED-S: Realize. Reflect. Recover” series of 100+ videos. Thank you for your support - we appreciate each and every one of you!
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Mike Africa, Jr.: Happiness Is a Choice - R4R 425
Live Aid was THE event of 1985. The concert to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia, viewed by 40 percent of the world’s population, was broadcast live from London and… not New York, not Los Angeles, but Philadelphia. A few months earlier, the city’s police had bombed the home of a revolutionary communal organization, MOVE, killing eleven residents, including five children. The city hoped that by hosting the epic concert, the bombing would be forgotten. It was. Mike Africa, Jr., who lost family and friends, wants to change that through his book, “On a Move,” and his 13 Run Challenge. For complete show notes and links, visit our website at runningforreal.com/episode425. Thank you to Runna, Tracksmith, and AG1 for sponsoring this episode. Runna is on a mission to make running as easy, effective and enjoyable as possible by providing personalized running plans built by Olympic athletes and expert coaches. They have plans for runners of all abilities, from Couch to 5K to elite level, and offer strength, mobility, and Pilates plans to integrate with your running. They even have a community section on the app, where you can connect with like-minded runners. There’s a reason why they’re the #1 rated running app in the world - go to https://join.runna.com/lKmc/partnerrefer?deep_link_sub1=RUNNINGFORREAL and use code RUNNINGFORREAL to get two weeks free! Tracksmith is an independent running brand inspired by a deep love of the sport. For years the brand has elevated running wear using best-in-class materials and timeless silhouettes that perform at the highest level and can be worn everyday, not just for running. Tracksmith helps the environment by making comfortable, durable clothes that will last for years, rather than winding up in the landfill. They help athletes who are trying to make the Olympic trials, and they offer scholarships for creatives to work on their crafts. If you’re a new customer, go to http://tracksmith.com/tina and use the code TINANEW at checkout to get $15 off your order of $75 or more. Returning customers can use the code TINAGIVE, and Tracksmith will give you free shipping and donate 5% of your order to TrackGirlz. AG1 is a foundational nutrition supplement that delivers daily nutrients and gut health support. Unlike so many products, the entire formula is backed by research studies, not just the ingredients. AG1 is packed with a variety of nutrient-dense ingredients and is the perfect complement to a healthy diet. It’s easy and satisfying to start your journey with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3Ks and five free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at http://drinkAG1.com/tina. Thanks for listening! If you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe wherever you’re listening to this podcast. And if you enjoy “Running for Real,” please leave us a review! Keep up with what’s going on at Running for Real by signing up for our weekly newsletter on our website, https://runningforreal.com/. Follow Tina on Instagram, Facebook, and X . You’ll find Running for Real on Instagram too! Want to be a member of the Running for Real community? Join #Running4Real Superstars on Facebook! Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TinaMuir) for additional content, including our “RED-S: Realize. Reflect. Recover” series of 100+ videos. Thank you for your support - we appreciate each and every one of you!
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Election Day - R4R 424
As we all know, Tuesday was Election Day in the United States. It’s the foremost thing on many people’s minds, including Tina’s. Rather than a regular interview episode, she’s sharing her feelings and thoughts about it. For complete show notes and links, visit our website at runningforreal.com/episode424. Thanks for listening! If you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe wherever you’re listening to this podcast. And if you enjoy “Running for Real,” please leave us a review! Keep up with what’s going on at Running for Real by signing up for our weekly newsletter on our website, https://runningforreal.com/. Follow Tina on Instagram, Facebook, and X . You’ll find Running for Real on Instagram too! Want to be a member of the Running for Real community? Join #Running4Real Superstars on Facebook! Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TinaMuir) for additional content, including our “RED-S: Realize. Reflect. Recover” series of 100+ videos. Thank you for your support - we appreciate each and every one of you!
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Rob Simmelkjaer: The Transformative Power of Running - R4R 423
In a 1980s TV commercial, Sy Sperling declared, “I’m not only the Hair Club president; I’m also a client.” That, Rob Simmelkjaer says, describes his role as CEO of New York Road Runners. He hosts NYRR’s podcast, “Set the Pace,” runs with their clubs, takes part in their races, and even participates in their plogging events, all while advancing their mission to build healthier lives and stronger communities through initiatives like their recently launched Team for Climate. For complete show notes and links, visit our website at runningforreal.com/episode423. Thank you to Precision Fuel & Hydration, Runna, and AG1 for sponsoring this episode. Precision Fuel & Hydration helps athletes crush their fueling and hydration so they can perform at their best. Tina used their electrolytes and fuel when she finished first female and third overall at the Bryce Canyon 50 Miler. You can go to https://visit.pfandh.com/tina-planner for their free Fuel & Hydration planner to understand how much carb, fluid, and sodium you need for your key runs. If you have more questions, Precision offers free video consultations. Their Athlete Support crew will answer your race nutrition questions and act as a sounding board for your fueling strategy. No hard-sell, just an experienced and friendly human who knows the science and is full of practical advice on how to nail your race nutrition. You can book a call at https://visit.pfandh.com/tina-calls. Once you know what you need to run your best, you can go to https://www.precisionfuelandhydration.com/tina/ for 15% off their range of multi-strength electrolytes and fuel. Runna is on a mission to make running as easy, effective and enjoyable as possible by providing personalized running plans built by Olympic athletes and expert coaches. They have plans for runners of all abilities, from Couch to 5K to elite level, and offer strength, mobility, and Pilates plans to integrate with your running. They even have a community section on the app, where you can connect with like-minded runners. There’s a reason why they’re the #1 rated running app in the world - go to https://join.runna.com/lKmc/partnerrefer?deep_link_sub1=RUNNINGFORREAL and use code RUNNINGFORREAL to get two weeks free! AG1 is a foundational nutrition supplement that delivers daily nutrients and gut health support. Unlike so many products, the entire formula is backed by research studies, not just the ingredients. AG1 is packed with a variety of nutrient-dense ingredients and is the perfect complement to a healthy diet. It’s easy and satisfying to start your journey with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3Ks and five free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at http://drinkAG1.com/tina. Thanks for listening! If you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe wherever you’re listening to this podcast. And if you enjoy “Running for Real,” please leave us a review! Keep up with what’s going on at Running for Real by signing up for our weekly newsletter on our website, https://runningforreal.com/. Follow Tina on Instagram, Facebook, and X . You’ll find Running for Real on Instagram too! Want to be a member of the Running for Real community? Join #Running4Real Superstars on Facebook! Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TinaMuir) for additional content, including our “RED-S: Realize. Reflect. Recover” series of 100+ videos. Thank you for your support - we appreciate each and every one of you!
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Courtney Phillips-Manning: GumboFit, The Runner’s Club… and Beyond - R4R 422
When there is an opportunity for Courtney Phillips-Manning to share knowledge, especially knowledge that will benefit her community, she seizes - or creates - it. That led her to co-found Chicago’s GumboFit run club, and to launch a podcast, "The Runner’s Club," with Ian Gonzalez. For complete show notes and links, visit our website at runningforreal.com/episode422. Thank you to LEVER, AG1, and Runna for sponsoring this episode. The LEVER system is an innovative way to reduce your body weight while exercising on a treadmill, which means less impact on your joints. It sets up on your home treadmill or at your local gym in under two minutes! Whether you're coming back from an injury, looking to increase your running volume, or wanting to add some serious speed work to your routine, LEVER has got you covered. Check it out at https://levermovement.com/discount/Tina and use code TINA to get 20% off! AG1 is a foundational nutrition supplement that delivers daily nutrients and gut health support. Unlike so many products, the entire formula is backed by research studies, not just the ingredients. AG1 is packed with a variety of nutrient-dense ingredients and is the perfect complement to a healthy diet. It’s easy and satisfying to start your journey with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3Ks and five free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at http://drinkAG1.com/tina. Runna is on a mission to make running as easy, effective and enjoyable as possible by providing personalized running plans built by Olympic athletes and expert coaches. They have plans for runners of all abilities, from Couch to 5K to elite level, and offer strength, mobility, and Pilates plans to integrate with your running. They even have a community section on the app, where you can connect with like-minded runners. There’s a reason why they’re the #1 rated running app in the world - go to https://join.runna.com/lKmc/partnerrefer?deep_link_sub1=RUNNINGFORREAL and use code RUNNINGFORREAL to get two weeks free! Thanks for listening! If you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe wherever you’re listening to this podcast. And if you enjoy “Running for Real,” please leave us a review! Keep up with what’s going on at Running for Real by signing up for our weekly newsletter on our website, https://runningforreal.com/. Follow Tina on Instagram, Facebook, and X . You’ll find Running for Real on Instagram too! Want to be a member of the Running for Real community? Join #Running4Real Superstars on Facebook! Subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TinaMuir) for additional content, including our “RED-S: Realize. Reflect. Recover” series of 100+ videos. Thank you for your support - we appreciate each and every one of you!
A collective of conversations that inspire, motivate, and encourage runners who know deep down that the world we want to create already exists. We all play a role in bringing it to life. Join former professional runner and life-long athlete, Tina Muir in this unique running podcast. We do not talk to professional runners about their wins or the Olympics. We do not talk about what shoes to wear or what training is best. Instead, we relate every experience back to you, and love to think hard about the questions you would always love to ask.
While we bring on well known guests like Malcolm Gladwell, Reshma Saujani, Ryan Holiday, Des Linden, Michael Gervais, and David Epstein, these are not the same old conversations. This feels more like overhearing two friends talking about the deep conversations that weigh on our hearts daily. Join us in discovering the power of running, why our sport has always been part of humanity, and how we can use it as a tool for realizing our truest self, uplifting our communities, celebrating cultures, and taking care of our Mother Earth.