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Rust Belt Running

By Rust Belt Running

A podcast about running, sports, and whatever else is on our minds. Mostly running. Join Andrew Hettinger and Adam Wheeler as they discuss running and stuff that's mostly connected to running.

On the pod, we bring guests from around the running community, local race directors, and much more!

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Episode 54 - Uninterrupted with Adam and Andrew

Rust Belt RunningMar 06, 2020

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Episode 194 -Like Old Times

Episode 194 -Like Old Times

Summary

In this episode, Adam and Andrew catch up and discuss various topics related to running. They talk about Adam's training for the Boston Marathon and how it feels different this time around. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Shohei Ohtani and gambling. The conversation shifts to the need for lower mileage in training and the potential risks of pushing too hard. They also reflect on the untimely death of Kelvin Kiptum and discuss Andrew's current running journey. In this conversation, Adam and Andrew discuss the importance of taking care of oneself, reevaluating goals, dealing with injuries, finding balance, and prioritizing mental health. They reflect on work-life balance, the need for a break, and the decision to seek therapy. They also discuss setting personal goals, embracing aging, and enjoying simple pleasures. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the sitcom Modern Family and looking ahead to future episodes.Takeaways

  • Training for a marathon can feel different each time, even if it's the same race.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on sports, including the Olympics.
  • There is a need for runners, both elite and recreational, to consider the risk-reward factor of high mileage training.
  • The untimely death of Calvin Kiptema highlights the importance of appreciating and celebrating athletes' accomplishments.
  • Each runner's journey is unique, and it's important to listen to your body and adjust training accordingly.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

02:06 Training for the Boston Marathon

03:33 Reflecting on the Past Year

06:02 Discussion on Shohei Ohtani and Gambling in Sports

09:25 The Future of Eliud Kipchoge's Career

11:10 The Need for Lower Mileage in Training

22:39Andrew's Running Journey

23:12Taking Care of Yourself

24:00Reevaluating Goals

25:17Dealing with Injuries

26:06Finding Balance

27:02Prioritizing Mental Health

28:14Reflecting on Work-Life Balance

30:18Seeking Therapy

31:16Setting Personal Goals

32:02Embracing Aging

33:25Enjoying Simple Pleasures

35:15Prioritizing Self-Care

36:31Feeling Old

40:41Getting Older

43:38Appreciating Modern Family

45:33Looking Ahead

Mar 25, 202446:52
Episode 193 - Review of the Austin Marathon with Athlete Brennon Panovich

Episode 193 - Review of the Austin Marathon with Athlete Brennon Panovich

If you have a race you'd like to review with us or want to find more information on a race, email us (rustbeltrunning@gmail.com) or visit our website. Thank you for listening and your support!


Summary

Brennon shares his experience running the Austin Marathon, including his motivation to run in Austin, his arrival and food choices, the expo experience, transportation and start line logistics, water stops and aid stations, congestion and corrals, course markings and hills, crowd support, the finish line, post-race experience, and his overall experience working with Rest Belt Running.

Takeaways

  • The city of Austin and its running community create a unique and supportive environment for runners.

  • The Austin Marathon course is known for its challenging hills and deceptive elevation.

  • Working with a coach like Matt from Rest Belt Running can provide personalized training and support to help achieve running goals.

  • Despite setbacks, completing a marathon is an accomplishment to be proud of and can provide valuable learning experiences.

Chapters

04:35 Introduction and Background

05:34 Motivation to Run the Austin Marathon

07:51 Expo Experience

10:07 Transportation and Start Line

10:43 Water Stops and Aid Stations

12:36 Congestion and Corrals

13:38 Course Markings and Hills

28:22 Post-Race Experience

33:00 Working with Rest Belt Running

36:32 Conclusion and Plugs

Mar 04, 202437:15
Episode 192 - The Aramco Houston Half Marathon (and also the Chevron Full) with Megan Neal

Episode 192 - The Aramco Houston Half Marathon (and also the Chevron Full) with Megan Neal

Summary

The conversation discusses the Houston Half Marathon, including the course, race organization, and post-race experience. It covers topics such as parking and transportation, recommended restaurants, the expo experience, and the swag and official merchandise. The conversation also touches on pre-race logistics, including corral navigation and the porta-potty situation. It highlights the water stops and aid stations along the course, as well as the course markings and split for the half and full marathon. The finish line organization, post-race party, and changing areas are also discussed. The chapter concludes with other highlights of the race experience. In this episode, Andrew and Megana discuss the Houston Marathon and Half Marathon. They talk about the fun and excitement of the race, the flat and fast course, and the experience of running alongside elite athletes. Megana shares her sales pitch for the race, highlighting the beautiful course and the warm Texas welcome. They also discuss the unique Texas-shaped artifacts that participants receive. The episode concludes with a call to support the podcast and a reminder to follow Megana on Instagram.

Takeaways

  • The Houston Half Marathon offers a fast and flat course, making it ideal for setting personal records.

  • The race provides a well-organized and enjoyable experience, with frequent water stops and aid stations.

  • The finish line celebration includes a PR bell, all-you-can-drink Michelob Ultra, and changing areas.

  • The race offers a variety of swag and official merchandise, including a towel and shirt.

  • Houston is a great race destination, with diverse neighborhoods and a vibrant food scene. The Houston Marathon and Half Marathon offer a fun and exciting race experience.

  • The course is flat and fast, making it ideal for achieving personal records.

  • Running the Houston Marathon allows you to be part of the same course as elite athletes and witness record-breaking performances.

  • The race provides a great opportunity to explore Houston and enjoy the Texas hospitality.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Support

05:30 Discussion of Houston Half Marathon

08:03 Course Description and Experience

11:15 Houston as a Race Destination

14:46 Parking and Transportation

16:53 Recommended Restaurants

19:46 Expo Experience

21:12 Swag and Official Merchandise

25:11 Pre-Race Transportation and Timing

27:05 Corral Navigation

28:53 Porta-Potty Situation

29:20 Gear Check

30:15 Congestion at the Start

31:24 Water Stops and Aid Stations

32:57 Course Markings and Split

37:42 Finish Line Organization

39:31 Post-Race Party and Changing Areas

42:04 Medal Design

43:35 Finish Line Celebration

46:25 Other Highlights

46:51 The Fun and Excitement of the Houston Marathon

48:10 Why You Should Run the Chevron Houston Marathon

49:12 The Texas Experience

50:18 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Feb 26, 202451:24
Episode 191 - Remembering Kelvin Kiptum

Episode 191 - Remembering Kelvin Kiptum

This week we remember the world record holder, Kelvin Kiptum. It's not an episode we wanted to record, but one we felt we needed to. We are grieving the loss of not just a world record holder, but this young man's future in our sport. This is enormous loss that leaves a hole in our sport, and we will never truly know how big his impact would have been.In a much shorter episode than usual, we take a few moments to offer just a few of our thoughts on the loss of Kelvin Kiptum.Our hearts are with our community, the country of Kenya, and Kelvin's friends and family.

Feb 19, 202414:27
Episode 190 - A Review of the Tokyo Marathon with Jonathan Greenwald

Episode 190 - A Review of the Tokyo Marathon with Jonathan Greenwald

Summary

Jonathan Greenwald shares his experience running the Tokyo Marathon, including the challenges of traveling to Tokyo, finding food options, and navigating COVID-19 protocols. He discusses the underwhelming expo experience and the logistics of race day, including getting to the start and dealing with congestion. Jonathan also highlights the unique porta potty setup on the course. Jonathan shares his experience running the Tokyo Marathon, discussing race logistics, water stops, crowd support, course organization, and the finish line experience. He also reflects on running after the pandemic and offers words of encouragement to fellow runners.

Takeaways

  • Traveling to Tokyo for the marathon can be challenging, with multiple deferrals and uncertainty due to COVID-19.

  • Finding food options in Tokyo is not a problem, with convenience stores offering high-quality meals and a variety of cuisines available.

  • The Tokyo Marathon expo can be underwhelming compared to other major marathons, with limited merchandise and long lines for popular items.

  • Race day logistics, including getting to the start and dealing with congestion, can be challenging but well-organized.

  • The unique porta potty setup on the course ensures runners have access to facilities without disrupting the race. The Tokyo Marathon has well-organized logistics and frequent water stops every few miles.

  • Crowd support in Tokyo is minimal, with spectators offering golf claps and quiet encouragement.

  • The course is clearly marked and offers scenic views of the city, including Akihabara and shrines.

  • The final 200 meters of the race are emotional and rewarding, with enthusiastic volunteers and a sense of accomplishment.

  • Running after the pandemic can be mentally challenging, but staying motivated and continuing to run can lead to future successes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Support

05:36 Choosing Tokyo Marathon

07:23 Traveling to Tokyo

09:25 Food in Tokyo

10:41 Entering Japan

12:20 Hotel and Accommodation

14:18 Food Options in Tokyo

16:54 COVID-19 Protocols

19:47 Expo Experience

22:16 Race Day Logistics

25:30 Getting to the Start

26:53 Gear Check and Porta Potties

38:55 Congestion at the Start

40:23 Race Logistics and Water Stops

42:21 Crowd Support and Quiet Moments

48:35 Course Organization and Markings

53:51 Final 200 Meters and Finish Line Experience

1:02:43 Running After the Pandemic

1:04:48 Closing Remarks

Feb 12, 202401:05:04
Episode 189 - Sid Garza-Hillman

Episode 189 - Sid Garza-Hillman

In this episode, Adam interviews Sid Garza-Hillman about his book 'Ultra Running for Normal People.' They discuss Sid's journey into trail and ultra running, the importance of disconnecting from a connected world, the perception of ultra running, the camaraderie in the ultra running community, overcoming fear and challenges, and the mindset and training required for ultra running. In this episode, Sid Garza-Hillman discusses his book 'Ultra Running for Normal People' and shares insights on mindset, longevity, and the Mendocino 50K race. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a baseline level of training and finding joy in the sport. Sid also highlights the unique aspects of the Mendocino 50K race, including its family-friendly atmosphere and focus on providing a great experience for participants. The book offers a philosophy and guidebook for ultra running, encouraging runners to take charge of their training and listen to their bodies.

Takeaways

Ultra running is accessible to normal people and not just elite athletes.

Trail running provides an opportunity to disconnect from a connected world and be present in nature.

The ultra running community is supportive and inclusive, with a focus on camaraderie.

Overcoming fear and challenges is an important aspect of ultra running.

Consistent training and a mindset of always being in training are key to success in ultra running. Maintaining a baseline level of training is important for longevity in ultra running.

Finding joy in the sport is crucial for long-term commitment.

The Mendocino 50K race offers a unique and family-friendly experience.

The book 'Ultra Running for Normal People' provides a philosophy and guidebook for ultra running, emphasizing personal responsibility and listening to one's body.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

08:26 Discovering Trail Running and Ultra Running

09:26 Disconnecting from a Connected World

15:26 Ultra Running for Normal People

17:56 Perception of Ultra Running

24:26 Connection and Camaraderie in Ultra Running

28:26 Fear and Overcoming Challenges

33:56 Training and Mindset

37:42 Mindset and Longevity in Ultra Running

42:33 The Mendocino 50K Race

49:40 The Philosophy of Ultra Running for Normal People

50:33 Where to Find the Book

Feb 05, 202451:07
Episode 188 - Review of the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon with Todd

Episode 188 - Review of the Mohawk Hudson River Marathon with Todd

Summary

Todd shares his experience running the Mohawk Hudson Marathon in Schenectady, New York. He discusses the race background, his decision to run it, and the reasons for choosing this race over others. Todd provides insights into the travel and accommodation options, as well as the local restaurants in the area. He talks about the expo experience and the organization at the start line. Todd describes the course, including the trail surface and the scenic views along the way. He also mentions the train crossing and the finish line experience. Todd highlights the beauty of Albany and recommends the race for its scenic route and affordable cost.

Takeaways

  • Consider smaller races like the Mohawk Hudson Marathon for a laid-back and less crowded experience.

  • The Mohawk Hudson Marathon offers a scenic course with beautiful fall foliage.

  • The race is well-organized and provides a good opportunity for a PR.

  • Albany, New York, offers a variety of attractions and is a great city to explore.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Support

04:50 Race Background and Decision

05:36 Reasons for Choosing the Race

06:30 Travel and Accommodation

07:21 Local Restaurants

08:24 Expo Experience

10:49 Start Line Organization

12:26 Course Description

13:43 Trail Surface and Scenery

15:28 Train Crossing

16:45 Finish Line Experience

20:20 Scenic Albany

24:25 Highlights of the Race

28:14 Recommendation and Cost

30:35 Things to Do in Albany

31:23 Closing Remarks

Jan 29, 202432:21
Episode 187 - A Review of California International Marathon with Cris Gutierrez

Episode 187 - A Review of California International Marathon with Cris Gutierrez

Summary

In this episode, Cris shares his experience running the California International Marathon (CIM) in Sacramento. He discusses his reasons for choosing CIM as his race, the travel and accommodation logistics, and the expo experience. Cris also talks about the transportation to the start line, the warm-up and corral organization, and the water stops on the course. He highlights the congestion at the water stops and offers advice for managing it. Cris also mentions the weather and humidity during the race and the level of crowd support in Sacramento. In this conversation, Cris Gutierrez shares his experience running the California International Marathon (CIM) and his pursuit of an Olympic Trials Qualifier (OTQ). He discusses the race course, the finish line organization, and the post-race party. Cris also reflects on the emotional finish and the camaraderie among runners. He offers advice for marathon runners and shares his future race plans.

Takeaways

  • CIM is a popular race for runners aiming for an OTQ (Olympic Trials Qualifier) or BQ (Boston Qualifier).

  • Travel and accommodation options are plentiful in Sacramento, and staying outside the city can provide a more relaxed experience.

  • The expo at CIM offers a variety of vendors and merchandise, and the race organizers provide an opportunity to watch the course and listen to podcasts.

  • Transportation to the start line is well-organized, with buses available from different rally points.

  • The warm-up and corral organization at CIM can be a bit confusing, but the timers and signs help runners find their designated pace groups.

  • Water stops on the course are frequent, but congestion can make it challenging to grab cups. Carrying a handheld water bottle can be helpful.

  • The weather at CIM is generally mild, with temperatures around 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit and low humidity.

  • The crowd support at CIM is enthusiastic, with spectators cheering on the runners throughout the course. The California International Marathon (CIM) offers a scenic and well-supported course, with people cheering throughout the race.

  • The finish line organization at CIM can be improved, with some confusion about the correct finish line and issues with accessing the post-race area.

  • The post-race party at CIM provides an opportunity to celebrate with fellow runners and enjoy refreshments.

  • Cris Gutierrez emphasizes the importance of showing emotion and appreciating the opportunity to pursue running goals.

  • Cris advises marathon runners to stay aware of their body during the race and learn from each experience.

  • Cris plans to participate in future races, including the Boston Marathon and the Mad City 50k.

Chapters

11:20Travel and Accommodation

13:36 Expo Experience

17:02 Race Day Transportation

19:16 Race Day Preparation

21:58 Bus Ride to the Start Line

25:24 Warm-up and Corrals

27:36 Water Stops and Congestion

43:43 Crowd Support

37:59 Race Experience and Course

45:28 Finish Line Organization

47:28Post-Race Party

53:22 Camaraderie and Emotional Finish

1:04:19 Lessons Learned and Advice

1:14:02 Future Race Plans

Jan 22, 202401:15:16
Episode 186 - Review of the Detroit Free Press Marathon with Cleveland Racing's Marissa Ward

Episode 186 - Review of the Detroit Free Press Marathon with Cleveland Racing's Marissa Ward

Summary

Marissa Ward shares her experience running the Detroit Freep Marathon, a unique race that crosses the border into Canada. She discusses the expo experience, accommodations, and the check-in process. Marissa highlights the excitement of running through downtown Detroit and crossing the Ambassador Bridge into Canada. She also mentions the tunnel that runners pass through on their way back to the United States. Marissa describes the crowd support, water stops, and the finish line experience. She concludes by sharing her memorable moments from the race and offering tips for those considering running the Detroit Freep Marathon.

Takeaways

  • The Detroit Freep Marathon is a unique race that crosses the border into Canada, offering a one-of-a-kind experience for runners.

  • The expo experience and check-in process for the Detroit Freep Marathon are well-organized and convenient.

  • The race course includes iconic landmarks such as downtown Detroit and the Ambassador Bridge.

  • Runners can expect great crowd support, well-manned water stops, and a memorable finish line experience at the Detroit Freep Marathon.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Support 

05:53 Choosing the Detroit Freep Marathon

07:18 Accommodations in Detroit

08:32 Expo Experience and Check-In Process

09:59 Crossing the Border into Canada

11:19 Expo Experience and Swag

13:26 Race Morning and Transportation

14:45 Start Line Logistics

15:39 Corrals and Congestion at the Start

16:41 Course Description and Downtown Stretches

18:16 Crossing the Ambassador Bridge

20:59 Canada Aspect and Course Markings

23:50 Crowd Support in Canada and Michigan

24:10 Water Stops on the Course

25:41 Unique Aspects of the Race

27:10 Finish Line Experience

28:57 Post-Race Results

30:11 Finish Line Festivities

32:45 Memorable Moments from the Race

33:40 Considerations for Running the Race Again

35:30 Final Thoughts and Tips

37:31 Conclusion and Call to Support

Jan 15, 202438:20
Episode 185 - A Review of Grandma's Marathon with Athlete Jamie Johnston

Episode 185 - A Review of Grandma's Marathon with Athlete Jamie Johnston

Summary

Jamie shares her experience running Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, Minnesota. She discusses the challenges of finding a hotel due to limited options and high prices. Jamie talks about the expo experience and the swag available. She also shares insights on transportation to the race start and the congestion at the beginning of the race. Jamie describes the course, including the rolling hills and the support from the town. She highlights the finish line experience and the post-race celebration. Jamie offers tips for running in June and expresses her future goals.


Takeaways

Finding a hotel for Grandma's Marathon can be challenging due to limited options and high prices.

The expo at Grandma's Marathon offers a variety of merchandise to purchase, and there is a pasta dinner available for runners.

The course at Grandma's Marathon has some rollers, despite being advertised as flat and fast.

The finish line experience at Grandma's Marathon is described as a party atmosphere with live music and various festivities.

When running in June, be prepared for unpredictable weather conditions and train in different environments.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Hotel Challenges

6:54 Limited Hotel Options and High Prices

10:59 Expo Experience and Pasta Dinner

11:58 Swag at the Expo

13:31 Transportation to the Race Start

16:28 Start Corrals and Congestion

17:24 Gear Check at the Start

20:02 Course Congestion and Markings

14:09 Course Description and Rollers

21:03 Support from the Town and Crowd Support

29:32 Finish Line Experience

33:34 Post-Race Celebration and Festivities

36:00 Considerations for Running in June

38:15 Closing Remarks and Future Goals

Jan 08, 202439:54
Episode 184 - A Review of the Wineglass Marathon with Athlete Steff Rubel

Episode 184 - A Review of the Wineglass Marathon with Athlete Steff Rubel

In this conversation, Steff Rubel shares her experience running the WineGlass Marathon in Corning, New York. She chose this race for its proximity to Pennsylvania and the beautiful fall foliage in the area. Steff discusses the logistics of the race, including accommodations and transportation. She highlights the expo experience, the swag received, and the support provided along the course. Steff also describes the unique aspects of the race, such as the rolling course and the enthusiastic crowd support. She concludes by sharing her overall experience and whether she would participate in the race again.

Takeaways

The WineGlass Marathon is a popular race for runners in Pennsylvania due to its proximity and the beautiful fall foliage in the area.

The race provides convenient accommodations and transportation options, with partner hotels and bus transportation to the start line.

The expo experience is low-key but offers wine glass-specific merchandise and exhibits at the glass museum.

Participants receive unique swag, including a quarter zip shirt, a stemless wine glass, and a bottle of Prosecco.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction, Coaching, and News

05:24 Choosing Wineglass Marathon

06:19 Accommodations and Partner Hotels

07:08 Expo Experience

08:17 Swag and Merchandise

09:39 Logistics and Transportation

10:56 Bus Pickup and Start Line

14:24 Congestion at the Start

15:30 Water Stops and Support

16:19 Crowd Support and Spectators

18:45 Unique Aspects of the Race

20:02 Finish Line Organization

23:30 Post-Race Experience

25:31 Course Challenges

27:14 Considerations for Future Participation

28:19 The Medal

29:26 Closing Remarks

Jan 01, 202430:25
Episode 183 - Chicago and Columbus Recaps

Episode 183 - Chicago and Columbus Recaps

This week all three of the boys sit down and discuss the chaos that was the first weeks of October. Andrew ran Chicago and Columbus back to back, and had pretty amazing experiences at both. Matt's wife made moldy pasta, and Matt and Adam are acting like the Browns won the Super Bowl.

Oct 20, 202358:48
Episode 182 - Akron Review - Chicago Preview - and more!

Episode 182 - Akron Review - Chicago Preview - and more!

This week the three dudes sit down and discuss a ton of good stuff. Recapping their athlete's performances (and Adam's! - and Matt's?) at the Akron Marathon, we get to hear some truly cool stories from the best day of the year in Akron.

The schedule is packed though, as Andrew and athlete Erica head to Chicago - so we preview that as well.

Oct 05, 202355:12
Episode 181 - Finding Adventures in Running

Episode 181 - Finding Adventures in Running

Over the past 18 months, Adam and Andrew have found adventure in running. Traveling to different destinations to race and even spectate, it has given running a new spin and level of enjoyment and meaning. As we continue to return to normal post pandemic, are you open to taking adventures in running?

Sep 25, 202344:30
Episode 180 - Erie Preview

Episode 180 - Erie Preview

It's RACE WEEK! And Andrew is heading to Erie this weekend to test his training, and go for that coveted and elusive Boston Qualifier. What's the mindset after battling injury in July and coming back slowly? Listen and find out!
Sep 04, 202301:12:36
Episode 179 - A Running Charcuterie Board

Episode 179 - A Running Charcuterie Board

This week we continue the rotation of co-hosts, and Matt and Adam fly solo, giving Andrew the week off. As they elude to it in the beginning, the one to keep them on topic is off, so these dudes just cover every topic they can think of. From elite men's marathoning, to Browns drafting, to Matt's wife running a half mile loop 40 times for a long run.
Aug 24, 202357:20
Episode 176 - New Injuries... and Old Ones

Episode 176 - New Injuries... and Old Ones

This week Andrew and Matt discuss a new unwelcome journey for Matt. He's switching to training for the 9-9-9 challenge at a Guardians game, and it involves plenty of Busch NA Beer.

Aug 17, 202345:11
Episode 177 - Consistency Compounds

Episode 177 - Consistency Compounds

Sometimes in running, things come up and derail your training. Family, life, work, injury... you name it. If you're focused simply on a 16 week training block, things may seem bleak. But if you focus on consistency even when training is over, you can rest more easily and bounce back more quickly.
We talk through Andrew's current issues on this most recent episode.
Jul 27, 202354:06
Episode 176 - Women's 6k Championship with Race Director Tina Ryee

Episode 176 - Women's 6k Championship with Race Director Tina Ryee

She's been with us thrice, and this time was just as fun as the previous ones. Tina Ryee is instrumental in bringing the USATF Women's 6k Championships to Canton, Ohio. And we couldn't be more excited to sit and talk with her about her journey in health, and making this race a reality including some of the biggest stars in women's athletics.

Jun 27, 202359:50
Episode 175 - The Three Amigos

Episode 175 - The Three Amigos

For the first time ever, we are the three coaches of Rust Belt Running recording together. We welcome Matt with open arms and discuss all things running this week. From PLX Adult Track Night, to EagleUp and wolf tattoos, to training for a single mile race. We pack a lot into an hour here, and are very excited for what is next.

Be sure to go to rustbeltrunning.com to check out our offerings in run coaching and a link to our merch store. We want to stay ad and subscription free, and we greatly appreciate your support!

Jun 15, 202353:15
Episode 174 - EagleUp 100 Relay

Episode 174 - EagleUp 100 Relay

This past weekend, all three of us joined the Wolfpack to take on the 8 man relay at EagleUp 100. While we didn't get to sit with everyone, we all had a great time, and got to talk to some awesome people along the way. Friendship, miles, and beers are weekends like this are all about, and we were successful in all of that.

Jun 05, 202319:36
Episode 173 - Recovery After Goal Races

Episode 173 - Recovery After Goal Races

Well this is new. New member of the team, Coach Matt Martin, joins Andrew to talk about recovering from race day. How long should you take? What should you look for when you come back? There's a bunch to unpack, and Matt's first episode packs a punch and gives us a ton of off-season information.

May 25, 202335:46
Episode 172 - Turn Lanes, Halfs, and New Coaches

Episode 172 - Turn Lanes, Halfs, and New Coaches

This week the boys really go off on people who can use turn lanes effectively. Seriously guys, it's not that hard. Andrew sets a new personal best in the half by shocking the world and showing up to Hall of Fame in Canton, OH. Also... we welcome a new coach to the team. The man, the myth the legend M......

May 18, 202333:29
Episode 171 - When Things Go Wrong

Episode 171 - When Things Go Wrong

Sometimes we don't get the results we trained for. It can be a difficult prospect facing that, feeling like you wasted weeks and months, but there is a healthier approach. This week we discuss this after Andrew's performance at the Glass City Half Marathon.

May 04, 202356:06
Episode 170 - Boston Marathon Recap

Episode 170 - Boston Marathon Recap

What else is there to say about this one? We recap the festivities of our trip to Boston for the Marathon.

Apr 25, 202301:42:16
Episode 169 - Boston Marathon Preview

Episode 169 - Boston Marathon Preview

This is a banner episode, our last without a Boston Marathoner. This week Adam let’s us in on his training, and what he expects from himself on the journey from Hopkington to Boston. We also take some time to predict the professional podiums.

Apr 14, 202301:06:60
Episode 168 - Six Stars - with Erica Gennaro

Episode 168 - Six Stars - with Erica Gennaro

After covid derailed her bid at finishing six stars in 2020, Erica Gennaro finally got there in March. With completing London in 2022 and then Tokyo in 2023 Erica achieved those elusive stars to complete the Abott World Marathon Majors. We've been there on much of her journey, and we are so glad she shared her experience with us.

Apr 09, 202301:12:32
Episode 167 - A Night Out, When to Stay In, and Baseball

Episode 167 - A Night Out, When to Stay In, and Baseball

This week the boys cover a range of topics. They recap their fun night out on St Patrick's day, where they may have done Irish car bombs. Andrew gets real hot on people running while they're sick. And then we discuss baseball. It is really awesome that the boys predicted based on the previous playoff format and not the current 3 wild card team format, but whatever. We get to see Shohei Ohtani on the 16th of April.

Mar 30, 202301:34:43
Episode 166 - Traveling for a Race

Episode 166 - Traveling for a Race

With Adam traveling for Boston, the boys dig back on some of their experience with traveling for other races. They give some of their advice with dealing with a new city, strangers, and groups of people during a race weekend. Staying focused on your race, yet enjoying the city you are in. Traveling for races is meant for making memories in a cool city, not just on race day.

Mar 16, 202349:10
Episode 165 - Checking In

Episode 165 - Checking In

This week the boys take some time to sit down and check in on each other. Boston is closing in, so it's time to see how Adam's training is going. Andrew talks about working through a bit of a wall and bummer running week he had, and how he bounced back.

Mar 10, 202339:17
Episode 164 - Taking Easy Runs Easy

Episode 164 - Taking Easy Runs Easy

This week the boys talk about how they have learned to run easy runs... well... easy! Incorporating easy runs into your training is essential to hitting big goals. But it isn't always as easy as it sounds. We got some advice for that. Also, we go through the benefits of learning this craft.

Mar 02, 202345:53
Episode 163 - Dress Rehearsals and Practicing Nutrition

Episode 163 - Dress Rehearsals and Practicing Nutrition

This week the boys sit down to discuss dress rehearsal long runs. How do we approach mimicking race day, and why is it important? Then they totally dovetailed, unintentionally, into a long discussion on various nutrition needs. This episode is packed with great information for the finals weeks and months leading to spring goal races.

Feb 23, 202301:05:25
Episode 162 - Ideal Time Inventory - with Mark Freeman

Episode 162 - Ideal Time Inventory - with Mark Freeman

This week, we sit down with Mark Freeman to discuss the Ideal Time Inventory. This is a practice that goes beyond scheduling, and allows you to see where you may be devoting more time than you should be. Finding time for running and working out can be difficult. Making time for family and friends and rest can be difficult. This exercise with Mark is so simple and eye opening, and he's just an awesome dude to talk to for an hour.

Feb 16, 202301:07:40
Episode 161 - One Month Down

Episode 161 - One Month Down

January is over, and before we know it our spring races will be upon us. This week we sit down and take some time to go over the first month of the year. Coaching has been awesome. Training has been great! Andrew's health... surprise surprise.

Feb 09, 202345:15
Episode 160 - Get Some Sleep

Episode 160 - Get Some Sleep

This week the boys sit down and talk about one of their favorite activities... SLEEP! It is one of the keys for solid training with any RBR athlete, and we offer some advice, science, and where to bend the rules on getting good sleep.

Jan 26, 202342:60
Episode 159 - Glass City Marathon - with Clint McCormick

Episode 159 - Glass City Marathon - with Clint McCormick

This week we sit down with the Race Director from the Glass City Marathon in Toledo, Ohio, Clint McCormick. Clint takes us through the journey of racing in the 90s, taking a head position for "the Club" and GCM, and then guiding a race through a pandemic. Glass City was one of the first bigger events to take place in 2021, and they pulled it off when other races were moving to the fall. Clint also has helped the race become the Road Runners Club of America Marathon National Championship for 2023. 

Jan 19, 202301:06:00
Episode 158 - Project Outrun and More... with Courtney Ruggaber

Episode 158 - Project Outrun and More... with Courtney Ruggaber

This week we sit with Courtney Ruggaber of Project Outrun and Kindness Runs the World. This is some truly awesome stuff, as Courtney talks about the vision to turn children's patients into athletes through flashy awesome shoes. Audacious goals and awesome causes make this an episode worthy of your time and ears.

Jan 12, 202301:02:34
Episode 157 - New Year, New Goals

Episode 157 - New Year, New Goals

It's a New Year with a blank slate ready for you to scribble all your hopes, dreams, and aspirations on. But are the goals to big? Are you trying to skip steps? Are you setting yourself up for success or disappointment? Why is the description of this episode all questions? Listen now, to get some answers to your goal setting questions.

Jan 05, 202340:02
Episode 156 - Look Back. Look Forward. 2022-2023

Episode 156 - Look Back. Look Forward. 2022-2023

This was a banner year for Rust Belt Running. Both of us set massive PRs. One of us secured a spot at Boston. We started a business. We are looking forward. And we are looking forward to you joining us!

Dec 22, 202201:22:18
Episode 155 - With Samantha Smith

Episode 155 - With Samantha Smith

This week we discuss running with local runner Samantha Smith. Sam is takes us on a journey, from trying to pick up running multiple times, to having to pick it up AGAIN after having a kid. Being a mother is hard. Being a runner is hard. To be both is a really badass accomplishment.
Dec 14, 202201:05:17
Episode 154 - Technology in Running

Episode 154 - Technology in Running

With the holidays upon us, we are all thinking about the gifts we want. There's a lot of tech products out there geared towards runners, but what do they actually do? The boys dig in to the good, bad, and ugly of all the data that is available to runners these days.

Dec 08, 202252:49
Episode 153 - This was something...

Episode 153 - This was something...

After some time off, the boys are back and weirder than ever. They tried to start a series on the offseason, but between Adam explaining the absolute shit-show that Twitter has become (yes, more so than usual) and Andrew talking using inappropriate hand gestures in family photos, this went off the rails quickly. We'll try to be better next time, but surely this is going to entertain you.

Also - we could not be more clear, this is an explicit episode.

Nov 17, 202256:19
Episode 152 - Columbus Marathon Recap

Episode 152 - Columbus Marathon Recap

On a bit of an extended episode, Andrew takes us on the journey of his Columbus Marathon weekend. From (too many) bagels to (too much) celebratory beer, this episode has it all. It's a little extended as there is too much fun to discuss, and too few fucks given. It was a really special weekend, and any time we get to get together and discuss massive PRs is a good time.
Oct 27, 202201:39:18
Episode 151 - Review and Preview - with Cris Gutierrez

Episode 151 - Review and Preview - with Cris Gutierrez

When our podcasts combine, tremendous things happen. We welcome Cris Gutierrez from the Beers and Miles podcast and discuss all things in the running world right now. There were world records, Boston Marathon news, and more. Coming up we have our own races, world majors, and so much more. We discuss it all. Our first little podcast collaboration, and certainly not going to be our last. Enjoy this full episode with Cris.

Oct 06, 202201:18:50
Episode 150 - The Columbus Marathon - With Darris Blackford

Episode 150 - The Columbus Marathon - With Darris Blackford

It's as Ohio a tradition as beating that team up north, and we're talking about bringing our good friend Darris Blackford. As the race director of the Columbus Marathon, Darris brings us a fun perspective of what it's like to be the leader of one of our favorite races. We discuss the look of the race in the perspective of the pandemic, and Darris finally gives Andrew a way to bring the Horseshoe back to the race course.

Sep 22, 202259:03
Episode 149 - Deep Dive - Do Hard Things

Episode 149 - Deep Dive - Do Hard Things

The first of an undetermined amount of episodes, the boys sit down to begin discussing the most recent book from Steve Magness. Do Hard Things goes into the science behind mental toughness, and how the approach from the old school isn't necessarily the most effective. They take the approach of the book and apply it to their own running and their coaching.

Sep 01, 202251:04
Episode 148 - Guess Who's Back?

Episode 148 - Guess Who's Back?

Could it be? Is it? Are they? YES!!! They're back! The boys, minus two tonsils, are back on the mic bringing running to your speakers or ear buds! It's been quite the summer, and there's more left to enjoy.

Aug 18, 202201:00:23
Episode 147 - Monthly Coaching Recap

Episode 147 - Monthly Coaching Recap

It's been one month since we started coaching athletes to meet their goals in running. We are shocked how much we have learned in such a short period of time. Since we have fewer athletes right now, we are getting to see the quirks in run coaching, but we have developed ways to be as accessible as possible. Being the most accessible and approachable coaches in the business is our goal, and that is definitely something we are figuring out.

Be sure to go to the link in our bio to read up more on Team Rust Belt Running and sign up to be one of our charter athletes.

Jul 07, 202233:44
Episode 146 - with Matt Martin

Episode 146 - with Matt Martin

This week we sat to talk with long time listener, and all around badass, Matt Martin. Matt's running journey isn't as long as many of us, but it has been ridiculously impressive. Don't call him an Akron Legend though, he doesn't think he is (if he's not, he's on his way).

Some of us are more deliberate with our goals, maybe even scared to make our goals too audacious. Not Matt! He thrives on setting lofty goals and smashing them.

We gave Matt the floor and the entire episode, which isn't typical for us. It's worth listening to a guy who has been going crazy on streets, and the Towpath, for four years.

I hope you enjoy this time with Matt, and maybe set your goal a little higher as to not be scared of it. Put in the work, and crazy shit can happen.

Jun 23, 202201:23:39
Episode 145 - Team Rust Belt Running

Episode 145 - Team Rust Belt Running

This week, the boys discuss Andrew's lit weekend. Champagne, race spectating and pacing, and friends. The Women's 6k Championship in Canton was worthy of much discussion, as we welcomed the American Women's Marathon Record Holder Keira D'Amato to the streets. The surprise of Aliphine Tuliamuk took everyone by surprise as well. 

Our advice - Drink mimosas when you spectate races.... then go run miles at a different race (not actually recommended).

The real excitement in this episode is the launching of Team Rust Belt Running. Adam and Andrew have worked tirelessly to launch their own run coaching business. Aimed at bringing individuals success in their running journeys, the boys talk about what it took to get to this point and how they can help you in your journey.

Check out RustBeltRunning.com to learn more or apply!

Enjoy your miles!

Jun 09, 202258:05