Best Patrick McGilvray Podcasts (2025)

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304. The In-Between: What Happens After Your Big Race 22:38

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You’ve crossed the finish line, achieved something incredible, and then… it’s just over. Now what? This week on the Running Lean podcast, I’m diving deep into The In-Between: What Happens After Your Big Race. This is the space few runners talk about — that strange, quiet period after your big event when the structure disappears, the endorphins fade…

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303. Are You Too Focused on the Wrong Things? 19:11

12d ago19:11

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Have you ever felt frustrated because the scale isn’t moving, your runs aren’t going well, or you’re just not seeing the results you want? It’s easy to get caught up in the tiny details and feel like you’re failing. But the truth is, if you’re doing the work—showing up, eating better, training consistently—you’re probably just too focused on the wr…

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302. The Strength You Can’t See 18:15

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This week on the Running Lean podcast, I’m talking about something I like to call “The Strength You Can’t See.” When we think about getting stronger as runners, we usually picture lifting weights or building bigger muscles — and while that’s definitely part of the equation, it’s not the whole story. Some of the most important strength you can build…

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301. The Fat-Adapted Recovery Formula 22:54

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Recovery is the secret weapon of every successful runner — it’s where the real growth happens. If you’re training hard but not giving your body what it needs to bounce back, you’ll end up feeling flat, sore, and maybe even burned out. That’s why this week on the Running Lean podcast I’m sharing The Fat-Adapted Recovery Formula. This simple, three-p…

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300. 20 Principles to Help You Get Leaner, Get Stronger, Run Better, and Live Longer 40:36

1M ago40:36

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This week marks a huge milestone for the podcast — episode 300! To celebrate, I’m sharing something very special: 20 Principles to Help You Get Leaner, Get Stronger, Run Better, and Live Longer. After nearly six years and 300 episodes, I’ve covered just about everything from fat-burning nutrition to strength training, endurance building, and master…

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299. Muscle is Your Metabolic Secret Weapon 20:09

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A lot of runners I talk to are obsessed with burning calories, cutting carbs, and logging endless miles trying to get leaner. And while running does burn some calories, it’s actually not the most efficient way to change your body composition. The real magic happens when you build lean muscle mass. Today, I’m going to break down exactly how muscle b…

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298. What Zone 2 Running Really Does (and Doesn’t) Do for Fat Loss 21:11

2M ago21:11

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Zone 2 running gets talked about like it’s the magic bullet for weight loss. It’s often labeled the “fat-burning zone,” and runners everywhere are logging easy miles expecting the pounds to just melt away. But here’s the truth: Zone 2 training is amazing, but not for the reasons you’ve been told. In this week’s episode of the Running Lean Podcast—W…

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297. Stop Waiting to Feel Ready 14:31

2M ago14:31

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So many runners tell me they want to lose weight, get stronger, or train smarter—but they keep stalling because they’re “not ready yet.” They want the timing to be perfect, their schedule to clear up, their motivation to kick in. But here’s the truth: that day never comes. You don’t suddenly wake up one morning feeling 100% ready to change your die…

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296. Getting Lean Without Going Crazy 29:48

2M ago29:48

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So here’s the deal: runners are some of the fittest people on the planet, and yet so many struggle with weight. You put in the miles, the effort, the discipline… and the scale shrugs. Or, you train for a race and somehow gain weight. That can make you feel a little nuts. We’re going to fix that today by walking through a sane framework: how to thin…

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295. Why You’re Not Getting Stronger (Even Though You’re Lifting) 29:42

2M ago29:42

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Today on the podcast I’m breaking down a hard truth a lot of runners need to hear: Why You’re Not Getting Stronger (Even Though You’re Lifting). If you’ve been showing up, moving weight, and still not seeing results, it’s not because you’re broken—it’s because your plan isn’t sending a strong enough signal. We’ll cover what real intensity feels lik…

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294. When You Feel Like Nothing’s Working 18:01

2M ago18:01

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You know what I’m talking about. You’re doing the workouts, logging the miles, tracking your food, getting your strength sessions in… and the results? Nowhere to be found. The scale isn’t budging. Your pace isn’t improving. Your clothes fit the same. And you’re left wondering, “Why am I even doing this? What’s the point?” I want to tell you somethi…

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293. Fat Loss Doesn’t Start in the Kitchen 21:31

3M ago21:31

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You’ve probably heard it a million times: “Abs are made in the kitchen.” And while nutrition definitely plays a role in fat loss, the truth is… it doesn’t start there. In this episode of the Running Lean podcast, I’m flipping that outdated advice on its head in: Fat Loss Doesn’t Start in the Kitchen. You’ll learn why focusing only on food is a losi…

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292. Why Discipline Will Always Beat Motivation 25:14

3M ago25:14

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Most people think they need to feel motivated in order to eat healthy, work out, or stick to their running schedule. But here’s the truth—motivation is fleeting. It might get you started, but it won’t carry you through the tough days. What you really need is discipline. In this episode of the podcast, I’m breaking down Why Discipline Will Always Be…

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291. Replay: Common Weight Loss Myths Debunked 33:02

3M ago33:02

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There’s no shortage of advice out there about how to lose weight. Just eat less, run more, count your calories, cut carbs, do a cleanse, go vegan, try keto—the list goes on and on. But how much of this advice actually works? And more importantly, how much of it works long term, especially for runners? In this episode of the podcast, I’m digging int…

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290. 3 Keys to Building Mental Toughness for Endurance Athletes 21:34

3M ago21:34

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Mental toughness is one of the most powerful tools you can develop as a runner — and also one of the most overlooked. Physical training is important, sure. But if you don’t also train your mindset, you’ll keep hitting the same walls over and over again. You’ll quit when things get hard, you’ll doubt yourself when you need confidence most, and you’l…

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289. 10 Food Swaps to Help You Eat Healthier (Without Hating Your Life) 27:35

4M ago27:35

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Let’s be real—eating healthy can feel like a total drag sometimes, especially when all your favorite foods seem to be off-limits. But what if I told you that you don’t have to give up everything you love in order to eat healthy, lose fat, and still feel totally satisfied? In this episode of the Running Lean podcast, I’m sharing 10 Food Swaps to Hel…

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288. Dumb Stuff Runners Do (And What to Do Instead) 28:17

4M ago28:17

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We’ve all done it—worn cotton socks on a long run, tried something new on race day, asked a Facebook group to diagnose our injury. Runners are awesome… but we also do some pretty dumb stuff sometimes. The good news? Every dumb mistake is just an opportunity to learn and grow. In this episode of the Running Lean podcast, I’m laying out Dumb Stuff Ru…

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287. How to Eat for Fat Loss Without Losing Performance 25:52

4M ago25:52

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One of the biggest myths in the running world is that you can’t lose fat and keep running strong at the same time. Well…I’m here to tell you that’s just not true. The key is learning how to fuel your body so you burn fat efficiently and support your training and recovery. In this episode of the Running Lean podcast, I’m breaking it all down for you…

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286. How to Train Smart When It’s Stupid Hot 23:22

4M ago23:22

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Summer is here, and that means the heat and humidity are officially in full swing. If you’re training for a race or just trying to stay consistent with your running this time of year, you’ve got to adjust your approach. Trying to run the same way you do in cooler weather can lead to frustration, fatigue, or even dangerous health issues. In this epi…

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285. The Top 5 Leg Strengthening Exercises for Runners 32:46

5M ago32:46

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Building leg strength is one of the most effective—and most overlooked—ways to improve your running. In this episode of the podcast, I’m sharing the top 5 leg strengthening exercises for runners. These are simple, proven moves that will help you build strength, boost endurance, improve running form, and reduce your risk of injury. You don’t need to…

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284. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: How to Stop Arguing for Your Limitations 28:27

5M ago28:27

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If you’ve ever said things like, “I can’t lose weight,” “I don’t have time,” or “I’m just not strong enough,” then you’ve experienced the power of limiting beliefs. These are the deeply held thoughts that shape your actions—and often keep you stuck exactly where you are. In this episode, I’m breaking down what limiting beliefs really are, how they …

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283. Want to Transform Your Body? Shift Your Mindset. 21:49

5M ago21:49

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Struggling to lose weight even though you're putting in the miles? It might not be your training plan or your nutrition—it might be your mindset. In this episode of the Running Lean Podcast, I dive into the powerful difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, and how this mental shift can be the key to finally transforming your body. Y…

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282. Why Runners Struggle With Strength Training (And How to Fix It) 39:42

5M ago39:42

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If you’re a runner, you’ve probably heard that strength training can help you run faster, stay injury-free, and perform better overall. But knowing it’s important and actually doing it are two very different things. In this episode, “Why Runners Struggle With Strength Training (And How to Fix It),” I’m breaking down the most common reasons runners …

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281. Replay: Weight Loss Is Not the Goal 23:30

6M ago23:30

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Most people think the key to better health is simply losing weight. So they set a goal, like “lose 30 pounds by August,” and go all in. But somewhere along the way, they hit a stall, get frustrated, and often give up. The truth is, this approach is totally backward. In this episode of the podcast, I’m explaining why Weight Loss Is Not the Goal. Rea…

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280. How to Fix Your Relationship with Food 30:59

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Are you constantly stressing about what to eat, feeling guilty after meals, or using running to "earn" your food? You’re not alone — and it’s time for a change. In this week’s episode of the Running Lean Podcast, I’m diving into How to Fix Your Relationship with Food. You’ll learn how to ditch the guilt, fuel your body the right way, and finally ma…

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279. Unlock Metabolic Flexibility: Become a Better Fat Burner and Boost Your Endurance 39:44

6M ago39:44

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Want to run longer, feel stronger, and avoid hitting the wall? Then you’ll definitely want to check out this week’s episode of the Running Lean Podcast: “Unlock Metabolic Flexibility: Become a Better Fat Burner and Boost Your Endurance.” In this episode, I’m diving into what metabolic flexibility really means and why it’s such a powerful tool for e…

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278. The 5 Biggest Lies We Tell Ourselves About Diet and Exercise 30:43

6M ago30:43

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Let’s be real—when it comes to diet and exercise, we’re all guilty of telling ourselves a few little lies. You know the ones: “I’ll start on Monday,” or “I don’t have time,” or even “I deserve this cheat meal because I worked out today.” These stories might sound harmless, but over time, they create major roadblocks to progress. In today’s episode,…

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277. Runners: Stop Trying to Lose Weight! Do This Instead. 31:26

6M ago31:26

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If you're constantly chasing the scale, thinking weight loss will make you faster or fitter, this one's for you. I'm flipping the script on the outdated belief that lighter always means better. In this episode, I’ll dive into why focusing on body weight can actually hold you back—and what you should prioritize instead to boost your running performa…

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276. Does Coffee Help or Hurt Your Running Performance? 28:03

7M ago28:03

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Today’s podcast is all about a question that many runners have asked me: “Does coffee help or hurt your running performance?” You probably already start your day with a cup of coffee — but are you using it to your advantage when it comes to fat loss, endurance, and strength gains? In this episode, I’ll break down the real science behind caffeine an…

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275. How to Handle Injury or Illness the Right Way 21:30

7M ago21:30

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If you’ve ever been sidelined by injury or illness, you know the frustration, fear, and doubt that come with it. But time off doesn’t necessarily mean falling behind—it’s an opportunity to rebuild stronger, both physically and mentally. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the mindset shifts and strategies that help runners learn how to handle inj…

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274. Taking Full Ownership of Your Results 23:03

7M ago23:03

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If you’re a runner trying to lose weight but keep hitting roadblocks, I’ve got news for you—your results are 100% your responsibility. No more blaming bad genetics, lack of time, or anything outside of your control. The moment you take radical ownership of your actions, everything changes. In today’s episode, Taking Full Ownership of Your Results, …

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273. Why Runners Should Be Lifting Heavy Weights 27:37

7M ago27:37

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I hear this almost every single day from runners all over the world: “I hate strength training.” I get it, I used to feel the same way many years ago. I thought running 30-40 miles a week was enough to keep me strong and fit. The cold hard truth is…it is not. Runners, more than just about anyone else, need to be doing consistent resistance training…

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272. Breaking Through Weight Loss Plateaus 28:57

8M ago28:57

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Hitting a plateau or a stall in your weight loss journey is inevitable. It will happen. The problem isn’t that you hit a plateau, the problem is how you deal with it. Most people hit a stall and get super frustrated and give up on themselves. This is not the preferred way of dealing with this situation, by the way. Today on the podcast, breaking th…

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271. Top 10 Biggest Myths about Weight Loss 45:10

8M ago45:10

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There is so much information out there these days about the right and wrong way to lose weight. Do this, not that, eat this, not that, and all these different diets and exercise routines all designed to help you lose weight. But how accurate is all of this advice? Will following the advice of a 20-something non-runner on TikTok work for a 50-someth…

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270. The Number One Key to All Success 28:14

8M ago28:14

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If you want to succeed at anything - losing weight, running a faster marathon - there is one thing you have to start doing. This one thing is nothing you don’t already know, but no one really likes to talk about it. In fact, it’s an incredibly simple thing to understand, but a very difficult thing to master. This may sound overly dramatic, but I sa…

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269. Replay: 5 Dieting Disasters Runners Need to Avoid 41:33

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When it comes to losing weight, there are many, many approaches you can take - some of them will work while others definitely will not. Runners especially need to be mindful of their approach to weight loss because certain methods might help you lose weight but will also impair your running performance in big ways. In this episode of the podcast, I…

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268. When Your Weight Loss Journey Gets Frustrating 29:02

9M ago29:02

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It doesn’t matter how much weight you have to lose or how long you’ve been at it, there will eventually come a time when things will get frustrating for you. You might experience a stall or a plateau in your weight, you might keep slipping back into old habits, you might even see the number on the scale go up…gasp! Rest assured that all of this is …

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267. 5 Training Principles All Runners Need to Know 27:13

9M ago27:13

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For most runners, training is just something you do. You find a training program, lace up your shoes, then get out there and follow the plan. This is great and can definitely lead to awesome results, but have you ever wondered WHY these training plans are structured the way they are? In this episode of the podcast, I’ve got 5 training principles al…

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266. Is It Better to Run Faster or Longer? 33:42

9M ago33:42

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Most of the runners I work with would like to get better at running. Some are just getting started, others would be considered seasoned athletes. Despite their abilities, they all share a common goal which is to improve their running performance. But what exactly does this mean? Should everyone who runs be training to run faster? What about those p…

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265. 3 Keys to Improve Your Running and Extend Your Life 39:52

9M ago39:52

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There are many, many ways to improve your health and fitness and become a better runner. There are countless books and podcasts that cover these topics in great detail. There’s so much written and talked about that it’s hard to know what’s right, what’s not, and what will actually work for you. So in this episode, I wanted to focus on the 3 most im…

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264. Knowledge is Overrated 21:51

9M ago21:51

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There is no lack of knowledge in the world we live in today. Just about every bit of knowledge that’s ever been known to humankind is available to us in our hands, on our phones, in just a few seconds. Yet, with all of the knowledge in the Universe literally at our fingertips, we still struggle to eat right, lose weight, or improve our running. In …

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263. Why You Need to Ditch the Diet Mentality 26:09

10M ago26:09

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There are so many ads and promotions these days for different diets, it’s almost overwhelming. I get it, I’ve tried just about every diet you can imagine and I’ve learned many valuable lessons along the way. Probably the biggest lesson I learned is that you just need to ditch the diet mentality altogether. In this episode of the podcast, why you ne…

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262. Forget the New Year’s Resolutions and Do This Instead 26:00

10M ago26:00

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It’s the start of a new year and lots of people are making New Year’s resolutions. I’ve seen all kinds of posts on social media over the last few days from people saying they are going to run every single day this year to others resolving to quit drinking alcohol forever. These are great goals to have but there are some issues with how most people …

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261. Replay: How Your Thinking (More Than Anything Else) Determines Your Results 32:22

10M ago32:22

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When it comes to fitness, so much attention is put on your actions - what you should and shouldn’t do. I’m not suggesting you shouldn’t do stuff, but I think you need to stop focusing all of your attention on actions and start paying more attention to your thinking. It’s you thinking that determines whether you stick to a plan or not. It’s your thi…

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260. 10 Hard Truths About Fitness No One Is Talking About 33:33

10M ago33:33

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There is a lot of information out there these days on what it means to be healthy and fit. My social media feeds are full of health and fitness experts spouting all kinds of opinions and ideas and principles that everyone needs to follow. But in my years of training and coaching runners on weight loss, strength, and running, I’ve found a few things…

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259. Choose Your Hard 20:53

11M ago20:53

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When it comes to accomplishing big goals, you have to expect things to get hard. For example, losing weight takes time, and for some it can be a long and challenging road to get there. Yes, losing weight is hard, but so is becoming more overweight and more metabolically unhealthy. So you can choose the hard of losing weight or choose the hard of be…

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258. The Truth About Comfort Food 25:01

11M ago25:01

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It’s that time of year when the days are getting shorter and colder, the holidays are upon us, and all you feel like doing is staying in and eating comfort food. And just so you know, I’m not opposed to eating comfort food, but I believe there’s a right way and a wrong way to do it. I also believe there are a lot of misconceptions about using food …

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257. Replay: Handling the Holidays Like a Badass 25:51

11M ago25:51

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The holidays can be a very difficult time of the year for a lot of people. Shopping for gifts, planning social events, spending more time with family, and the added end-of-year demands at work can all lead to feeling more stressed and overwhelmed. It can be very easy to just say “F-it” and blow off all your diet and exercise plans, stay indoors wat…

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256. Why Runners Need Help Losing Weight 24:46

11M ago24:46

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I’ve received a lot of comments on my social media posts over the years basically saying that if you are a runner, you shouldn’t need help losing weight. The main thought behind these types of comments is that if you run, you shouldn’t be overweight and that running, in and of itself, is all you need to do in order to lose those extra pounds. These…

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255. The Shortcut to Health & Fitness Success 24:30

12M ago24:30

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Everyone wants to know how to lose weight, how to get healthier, how to run faster, and how to get there as quickly as possible. Nowadays, people have no patience for anything, especially when it comes to something like losing weight which can take a long time for a lot of people. It’s not uncommon for it to take 6 months or more to lose 20 or 30 p…