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Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper provide tips and tricks for running farther, faster, and stronger. After running the Boston Marathon 32 times collectively, Julie and Lisa, along with weekly guests, provide advice for training and racing. While specific to Boston, this podcast is appropriate for runners of all levels and ages.
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We are Doctors of Running, a group of doctors of physical therapy all working to provide you all with information about the art and science of running and what we are putting on our feet. In this podcast we will be giving evidence-based deep dives into running related topics as well as detailed running shoe reviews. You can also check us out at our website -- doctorsofrunning.com, and on social media @doctorsofrunning To help us continue to produce content for you all, consider joining our s ...
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BrainStuff

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Whether the topic is popcorn or particle physics, you can count on BrainStuff to explore -- and explain -- the everyday science in the world around us.
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Blueprint to Ultra

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Whether you are dabbling with the idea of running your first ultra or wanting to figure out how you can push farther than you ever have before, we are here to help you put that plan together. Join ultra runners, Steve and Jeff, as we interview people that are just like you, all with the goal of helping you answer the question, "what does it take?"
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Preserving the Sexy's Podcast

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My name is Luis Lopez. I wanted to share to the world one of my life’s passions which is health & fitness. I use to weigh 265 Lbs. I now weigh 165 Lbs. I have lost 100 Lbs over the last 3 years. I changed my eating habits and started training 5 to 6 days a week. It was not an easy journey to change my old habits but it was a life style change I would do over 100 times. I also love to run and started training about a year ago to become an endurance athlete & marathon runner. I started off wal ...
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Trail runners talk freely about almost anything while we're out running. The stories we share can be deeply personal, embarrassing, and profound . . . and sometimes all of these qualities rolled into one. One thing we have in common is a drive to keep moving forward. "Relentless forward progress" is the advice given to anyone trying to run their first ultramarathon. No matter what happens, keep moving forward until you finish or can't go any farther. Some people say that life is a marathon n ...
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Super Professor AKA Clemons Kunkel. I am Proud to be Part of the resistance against peeping trump. I also have some of My Books "Keys to Unlocking the Universe" and CD called "Keys to Unlocking the Universe" on Amazon. There are also to CD's on Self Help first is "Dream Your Dreams" the second is "New Keys to Self Help" I also interview business people and high achievers that push themselves farther, because they believe they can be more, and then they go after their dreams and study and lea ...
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We are so excited to welcome masters runner and New York Times investigative reporter/Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Dave Fahrenthold! Before investigating nonprofits and DOGE for the New York Times, Dave covered President Trump during his first term for the Washington Post. Most importantly, Dave is an accomplished runner, who has achieved a P…
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Matt Klein and David Salas are here for another mailbag episode where we answer your questions. In this edition, they cover shoes, injury rehab, training advice and more. Are there any firmer super trainers? Do you need to size up your shoes for marathon racing? What are the best strategies for dealing with shin pain? Tune in for answers to these a…
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In this episode of the 'Blueprint to Ultra' podcast, hosts Steve Epifano and Jeff Winchester interview Cody Bradley, an ultra runner and mental health advocate. Cody shares his experiences completing various ultra marathons, including the Harding Hustle 50K and a 24-hour race. He opens up about his journey with mental illness, the role running has …
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We loved our conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Karr, DPT and physical therapist for Precision PT and the Atlanta Track Club. She graduated from the University in Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, and then went on to complete her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Emory University. Elizabeth has experience treating neuromusculoskeletal…
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Send us a text The Price of Citizenship: A $5 Million Offer, not the $5 thousand I said that that was a slip of the tongue. Navigating the murky waters of politics has taken an even darker turn with the alarming idea of offering citizenship for a hefty price of $5 million. In this episode, we dissect the implications of such a proposal on American …
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Send us a text Are we witnessing the rise of a ‘baby’ in the world of politics? This episode plunges into the perplexing persona of Donald Trump, who often behaves like a toddler wielding significant power and influence, leaving reputable norms in the dust. Host Clemens Kunkel deconstructs the absurdity of the “Trumpy Teddy Bear,” a quirky symbol r…
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Send us a text Can we really break the ultimate speed limit of the universe? Join me, Clemons Kunkel, the Super Professor, as we embark on a thrilling journey to challenge the boundaries of light speed. In a world where we're already hurtling through space at unimaginable speeds, the notion of faster-than-light travel isn't just a sci-fi fantasy—it…
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On this episode of the pod, Matt & David get together to rank their five favorite daily trainers from the past two (ish) years. They discuss what made the shoes work for them, what could have ranked them higher, and what to look out for when picking daily trainers for yourself. Let us know what your favorite daily trainers are! Drop a comment or em…
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In this episode of the Blueprint to Ultra Podcast, we sit down with ultra runner Jill Wilkins. Jill shares her experiences, from the challenges of celiac disease and eating disorders in her youth to facing and overcoming a devastating injury at the Wasatch 100 in 2021. After recovering from that injury, Jill returned for the Wasatch 100 in 2024 for…
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We so enjoyed our conversation with Claire Shorenstein (MS, RD, CSSD), a board-certified Sports Dietitian and distance runner. Claire is the owner of Eat for Endurance, a remote private practice through which she helps athletes fuel for performance. Claire also hosts the Eat for Endurance Podcast. In this episode, Claire provides simple fueling tip…
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We've got another episode of "This or That" for you! Matt, David, and Nathan get together for a ton of shoe hot takes. They pick their favorites of some of the latest max cushion offerings like the Hoka Mach X 2, Nike Pegasus Premium, and more. While we usually say "it depends", tune in to get our black-and-white shoe takes! Get your DOR Merch: htt…
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Short answer: Yeah, probably. Most Westerners have traded squatting for sitting and standing, to the detriment of our backs and joints. Learn the benefits of a good squat -- and how you can incorporate them into your day -- in this classic episode of BrainStuff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Fifteen years ago this week, we started coaching a little run program at the JCC of Greater Washington. Now, after coaching over 1,000 runners, we’ve learned a thing or two that we want to share with all of you! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster. Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected]
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Marine biologist Rachel Carson published lots of books about the environment, but her investigation of DDT, 'Silent Spring', cracked open the insecticide industry. Learn about her life and work in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/dictionary/famous-scientists/biologists/10-things-should-know-abo…
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Sports drinks are a multibillion-dollar business that traces back to just two brands: Lucozade from the 1920s, and Gatorade from the 1960s. Learn how they were conceived in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/everyday-innovations/who-invented-sports-drinks.htm See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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Supplements areeverywhere these days, from ads to influencers, to athletes. Andrea is joined by returning guestJenn Giles (MS, RDN, CSSD) to sort through the myriad of supplements available to runners. Jenn gives us valuable insight on how to find safe and true-to-the-label supplements, which is harder than it may seem. They take a look at the perf…
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When Angus paced his friend back in 2022 at Western States 100, he knew that one day he wanted to complete a 100 mile race. In 2024, he set out to do just that. Angus shares his journey of conquering his first 100 mile race, Despite facing significant physical and mental challenges, including dealing with ulcerative colitis and emergency surgeries,…
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Cristina Burbach, a top-ranked DC area runner and sub-3 marathoner, shares how she continues to set new goals for herself as a masters runner and para athlete. Cristina shared her running journey and how her diagnosis has helped her stay motivated and competing at a high level, including winning the para-athlete division at the 2024 Boston Marathon…
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During World War II, the U.S. military recruited diverse multilingual Americans -- including many immigrants -- to be trained as intelligence officers at Camp Ritchie. Learn how the Ritchie Boys helped the Allies win the war in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://history.howstuffworks.com/world-war-ii/ritchie-boys.htm See omn…
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We're back with a new mailbag episode! The team answers your running and running shoe questions. In this edition, the team discusses shin splints and the best shoes that we'd look for in dealing with them. They also break down their favorite walking shoes and discuss some of our favorite options for ultramarathons. Got a question for our next mailb…
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Kellie Redmond, cross country coach, owner of T.E.A.M. FIT, and the Run Farther & Faster strength training coach, shares how she overcame her own mind chatter to race competitively again after experiencing a cardiac event. Kellie generously shared her health odyssey with us, which will undoubtedly help others who may or have already experienced sim…
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In this edition of the pod, Matt and David dive deep into the world of Saucony running shoes. They discuss the brand's popular daily trainers, like the Ride and Triumph, known for their comfort and versatility. Next, they explore stability models, such as the Guide and Hurricane. Then the reach for speed with the Endorphin line, featuring the Train…
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On this episode of Blueprint to Ultra we catch up with Sierra Degroff. Sierra has been running since the 7th grade, as a track runner, joined the cross country team in high school, and go into ultra running post college. One thing to know about Sierra. She is fast. She has a sub 1:30 1/2 marathon PR, and a sub 3:00 hour marathon PR. Her fastest 100…
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What a treat to speak with the legendary Gordon Bakoulis! Gordon qualified for the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials five consecutive times between 1988 and 2004. Gordon was also a finalist in the 1992 U.S. Olympic 10,000m Trials and achieved a 2:33 marathon PR. Gordon shares her running journey, including competing at the second ever Women’s Olympic Ma…
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There are no blue or green pigments in the human eye, so how do those eye colors occur? Learn about the complex genetics and light scattering that give our eyes their color (plus how rare different eye colors are) in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://health.howstuffworks.com/human-body/systems/eye/rarest-eye-colors.htm See …
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As running shoe brand continue to innovate and grow, we're inundated by countless shoes, always promising better and faster. But what does it take to actually arrive at a final product? Matt takes us behind the scenes into the running shoe industry, from concept to shelves. How long does it take to get a shoe in hand? How many people work on a shoe…
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Governments impose tariffs (which are border taxes paid by the importer) to help protect their nation's businesses from foreign competition. Learn how tariffs work, how they don't work, and why they can actually hurt local businesses and consumers in this episode of BrainStuff, based on these articles: https://money.howstuffworks.com/who-wins-loses…
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We used to think Komodo dragons harbored bacteria in their mouths that made their bites deadly, but it turns out they have venom and iron-tipped teeth to thank. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/animal-facts/komodo-bite.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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If your negative inner voice is way too chatty, then this episode is for you! We loved this conversation with clinical and sport psychologist, Dr. Mitchell Greene, owner of Greenepsych Clinical & Sport Psychology in which he works with athletes 1:1. In this episode, Dr. Greene shares how runners can confront mind chatter—that negative inner voice—w…
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It's time for another "This or That" episode where we willingly back ourselves into a corner and force ourselves to take sides (when we'd much rather say, "It depends.") Here, Matt, David, and Nathan make their picks for some new and upcoming shoes like the Hoka Clifton & Bondi, Mizuno Neo Zen & Neo Vista, and Endorphin Trainer & Speed, and more. H…
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On this episode of the Blueprint to Ultra Podcast we get to know everyone's favorite Crew Chief from helping Paul Johnson complete the transcontinent run and Matt Johnson's transtexas run. We talk about what it takes to lead a crew in these types of multi day events and how to treat every day as Day 1. But, Rob is also an accomplished ultra runner …
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Happy New Year! We are excited to kick off the Boston 2025 training cycle with a coaching episode. In this episode, we provide some easy training hacks that will lead to improved recovery and impactful training gains. Let’s go! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster. Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at julieandlisa@runfar…
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We love a mailbag episode, where we get to answer your questions! Nathan, Matt, and David field listener questions about everything from walking in carbon-plated shoes, the impact of different styles of shoes on knee pain, to cutting holes in the uppers of shoes (you'll never guess what Matt used to do to shoes). We want to hear from you! DM us on …
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Some scientists think tectonic plates are a prerequisite for life as we know it. Learn what we know about plate tectonics elsewhere in our solar system in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/is-earth-only-planet-with-tectonic-plates.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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In this episode of the Blueprint to Ultra Podcast, Ryan shares his journey from dealing with serious knee injuries to completing the Wasatch 100 and Bear 100, back-to-back 100-mile races just three weeks apart. Whether you're interested in training tips, race experiences, or overcoming personal limitations, this episode is packed with insights that…
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Frankincense and myrrh play a part not only in the story of Christmas, but in lots of other religious traditions as well -- and a few practical ones, too. Learn more about these aromatic substances in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this episode: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/botany/question283.htm See omnystudio.com/listener …
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In Oaxaca, Mexico, a pre-Christmas tradition has hundreds of artists carving radishes into fun and festive figures every Dec. 23. Learn about La Noche de Rábanos in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/holidays-christmas/mexicos-night-of-radishes.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for p…
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Here's part 2 of our favorite shoes of the year! If you missed the previous episode, we covered daily trainers, stability shoes, long run shoes, and trail shoes. Onto the fast stuff for part 2: workout shoes, plated trainers, and racing shoes! Plus we wrap it up with our votes for most impressive shoe brand from 2024. As always we'd loved to hear f…
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Evergreens' needles are their leaves, so why don't they change color and drop in the fall? Learn how evergreen leaves work in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://home.howstuffworks.com/evergreen-trees-dont-shed.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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In this episode, we talk with Nicole Dobransky, who shares her Boston Marathon qualifying journey. We have no doubt that you will be inspired by Nicole’s story and her approach to training. More about Nicole: Nicole, mom of three, is a former accountant turned run coach, who specializes in helping runners achieve their running goals through 1:1 run…
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It's that time of year again, now that 2024 is coming to a close we'll wrap up the year with our favorite shoes. On this special two part episode, the entire four-person team (Nathan, Matt, David, Andrea) get together to talk about their favorites from a year full of phenomenal shoes. On part 1 they discuss daily trainers, stability, long run shoes…
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