Running on Carbs Podcast

May 16 2024
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Running on Carbs Podcast is hosted by Coach Val, a wife, empty-nester mom and executive level professional who has a love and passion for helping other driven women pursue their own running goals and plant-based way of eating. We talk about everything running related from training for races to mindset to prepping plant-based meals that fit a busy lifestyle. There are no apologies for loving carbs on this podcast! Yeah, protein is important, and we’ll talk about that too, but carbs are our jam. Although, we do [mainly] focus on the healthy kinds. Coach Val is a double certified run coach through UESCA and RRCA. She is also a National Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness nutritionist that specializes in plant-based nutrition and Correctional Exercise Specialist. Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs Join us on Facebook and 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

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A Setback is a Setup for a Comeback – Journey back to running after a femoral neck stress fracture

May 16 2024 61 mins  
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 susta

5 Tips for Attending Special Events as a Plant-Based Athlete

May 09 2024 29 mins  
Don’t let your cousin’s wedding or that work meeting derail you from your plant-based, athletic lifestyle. It’s just one event, but a gal’s gotta eat! Coach Val has 5 tips for you when attending special events and work functions when plant-based options may be limited or non-existent. Don’t worry, you’ve got this and Coach Val is there to support you with tips and tools

Introverted but Willing to Discuss Running: Incorporating Community as an Introverted Runner

May 02 2024 45 mins  
Don’t call an introverted runner shy! More than likely they are highly intelligent, driven, and focused individuals. In this episode, Coach Val discusses the two camps of runners; solo and social runners and how incorporating a bit of both into your running routine can benefit your running and every part of your life. ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned

Racecation Hacks for the Plant-Based Traveler

Apr 25 2024 34 mins  
Race travel is more popular than ever and traveling for marathons and races doesn’t have to be hard just because you follow a plant-based diet. This episode shares tips for fueling your travels and races by air and by ground for happy racers at the starting line. Hundreds of thousands of runners travel across the states and around the world to run in races of all distances. Join

Finding the courage to run naked (by RPE)

Apr 18 2024 37 mins  
Do you have the courage to run naked? Is it possible to train without a sports watch or heart rate monitor? Coach Val breaks down how to run naked while still carrying out an effective training plan. Want to explore how Coach Val can help you start or refine your plant-based diet or train you for your next race? Schedule a 20 minute discovery call with Coach Val HERE Sign up for th

Plant-based pantry staples essentials you may not know about

Apr 11 2024 25 mins  
Download your free checklist of 40 Plant-Based Pantry Essentials. Plus, 9 bonus cold essentials! https://mailchi.mp/432d8293f942/plant-based-pantry-checklist After you’ve downloaded your free checklist, listen to Coach Val’s top 6 pantry staple favorites. We’re sure you’re bound to learn about a new ingredient you’ve never used or how to use an ingredient in a way you had

Developing an action-oriented mindset for life and running

Apr 11 2024 29 mins  
Learn the 4 steps to developing an action-oriented mindset. Coach Val breaks each one down in a way that’s memorable and actionable with real-world examples about how each step works in everyday life. Want to explore how Coach Val can help you start or refine your plant-based diet or train you for your next race? Schedule a 20 minute discovery call with Coach Val HERE Sign up for

Welcome to the Podcast! I'm Coach Val

Apr 02 2024 22 mins  
Welcome to the first episode of the Running on Carbs Podcast. This is a short introduction about your host, Coach Val, and what to expect from future episodes. Want to explore how Coach Val can help you start or refine your plant-based diet or train you for your next race? Schedule a 20 minute discovery call with Coach Val HERE Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs Join us on Fa