The Elevate Your Running Podcast

Apr 17 2025 170 ep. 59 mins 27

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Ready to transform your running? Welcome to the Elevate Your Running Podcast, hosted by Sara Manderscheid, a seasoned running coach and seven-time Boston Marathon qualifier. Join our community as Sara shares expert running tips, training strategies, and inspiring stories to help you reach your personal best. Whether you're training for a marathon or just starting your running journey, this podcast is your go-to resource! Become a Paid Subscriber: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/1210115349/subscribe

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EP. 170 - What to Eat After a Race: How to Support Your Post-Race Recovery with Alex Larson, R.D.

Apr 17 2025 66 mins

You crossed the finish line – congratulations! But your race isn't quite over. What you eat in those crucial post-race hours plays a HUGE role in your recovery, muscle repair, and how you feel for your next run. Join us this week as we dive into the essential nutrients and strategies to effectively refuel and rebuild after a race with Registered Dietitian, Alex Larson.Learn w

EP. 169 - Run Smarter, Not Harder: The Data Behind Your Best Performance

Apr 10 2025 71 mins

Tired of running blind or relying too much on your watch data?In this episode, running coaches Sara + Amber dive deep into the world of running metrics, revealing the data that truly matters for optimizing your training and achieving your goals. We'll go beyond pace and distance, exploring heart rate, cadence, power, and more. Learn how to interpret these numbers, understand their

EP. 168 - Conquer Pre-Race Anxiety: Master Your Mindset with Emily Saul (Replay)

Apr 03 2025 88 mins

Email Saul, a sports psychology coach, breaks down the mindset of an athlete during the most critical time for success - race day! On this week’s episode, we dive into:What to expect during the taper processHow to set yourself up for success during race morningThe common feelings that come up in the weeks and days leading into the raceAnd so much more! Listen on:Apple Podcasts |

EP. 167 - Spring Speed Surge: Why Cadence, Agility, and Terrain Transitioning Matter for a Strong Spring Season!

Mar 27 2025 50 mins

Spring race season is here! Are you ready to crush your goals? In this comprehensive episode, Coach Sara breaks down everything you need to know to transition from winter to spring training as well as performance enhancements to Elevate Your Running!Coach Sara discusses how to improve your cadence after running months on a treadmill, agility drills to try, why terrain transitioning

EP. 166 - Q +A: Short + Effective Strength Training Ideas, Low-Cost Fueling Suggestions, How to Manage Training Anxiety, and more!

Mar 20 2025 56 mins

This week, Coach Sara answers your training questions from IG and Threads! In this power hour of running, Sara addresses the following questions:Why We Need to Fuel Our Long Runs: Fasted Running isn’t Better!Low-Cost Fueling SuggestionsShort + Effective Strength Training Routines for the Busy RunnerWhen to Run Workouts in the ColdHow to Manage Training AnxietyThe Best Kept Secret

EP. 165 - Can My Dog Run With Me? Essential Tips for Safe Running with Dr. RuthAnn Lobos

Mar 13 2025 71 mins

ATTENTION DOG OWNERS - This episode is for you! Have you ever wondered how to incorporate running into your dog’s movement routine? How to approach different seasons and different terrains? Dr. RuthAnn Lobos joins the podcast this week. She discusses the proper way to add running into your dog’s running schedule, and our furry friends are just like us!Learn about pre-run routin

EP. 164 - Master the Art of the Progression Run + Running Negative Splits

Mar 06 2025 59 mins

PODCAST DESCRIPTION:Tired of fading at the end of your runs or races? This week, we dive deep into the powerful strategies of progression runs and negative splits. Learn how to train smarter, race stronger, and unlock your true running potential. We'll cover everything the practical tips for implementing them in your own training.In this episode, we'll discuss:What are prog

EP. 163 - Ranking Viral Running Tips That ACTUALLY Work (And The Ones That Don't!)

Feb 27 2025 57 mins

This week, I’m analyzing the most popular running advice from Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Google, and even ChatGPT, just like Allie Ostrander did in her recent YouTube video.Which tips are legit, and which ones are just hype? I break them down, rank them, and decide whether they’re worth adding to your training. Some are game-changers, while others... not so much. Let’s separ

EP. 162 - Common Half Marathon Mistakes and How to Avoid Them!

Feb 20 2025 38 mins

The half marathon distance is one of the best race distances to race, and it’s also a race distance that many don’t properly train for! In this episode, Coach Sara shares four common half marathon mistakes and how to avoid them! How to Structure a Training PlanHow to get the most of the Long Run How to Pace a Half MarathonHow to Avoid Running Too MuchThe Elevate Coaching Team h

EP. 161 - A Day In the Life of a 2:36 Marathoner turned TransCon Athlete, Kallup McCoy II

Feb 13 2025 69 mins

Kallup McCoy is back! After sharing his inspiring marathon breakthrough in Episode 150, he returns to give us an update on his journey since the Indianapolis Marathon—and he’s been busy. Kallup is now gearing up for the ultimate endurance test: the Transcontinental Race, a grueling 3,175-mile trek from California to New York City. Tune in to hear about his training, mindset, an