Another big episode with lots of show notes!  We start with my interview of Dr Ben Gans and his amazing journey through the Triple Crown of 200s (Tahoe 200, Bigfoot 200, & Moab 240). We go deep into the challenges he faced in this series of races. I loved this conversation! Then I dive deeper in to the metrics of running and how they can affect your base training period.  Lastly, I interview my daughter, Ambrin Saft, after she completed her Freshman season of Cross Country. Enjoy!  Resources: Wes Plate YouTube Moab 240 Video - https://youtu.be/tD2Q6ZOksuk?si=aiA0m1AiZMafmF8_ Salomon S/Lab Adventure 20 Pack - https://www.salomon.com/en-us/product/s-lab-adventure-20-lc13870/LC2710000?CMPID=ps|pm|google|pma_pm_Google_pmax_conv_b_lw_perf_ong_all_us_en_slm|||&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_content=aa-cc&utm_keyword=&utm_campaign=pma_pm_Google_pmax_conv_b_lw_perf_ong_all_us_en_slm&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=16891227972&gbraid=0AAAAADMpyOhbSHR4YV3LLCOfgLsfrO870&gclid=Cj0KCQiAiKzIBhCOARIsAKpKLANrwxc8tyy3ownZNY5laJynw8kxe_raKoyPdmo0-5nP67ifuOMfL3QaAqwXEALw_wcB Fixing Your Feet Book - https://www.walmart.com/ip/Fixing-Your-Feet-Injury-Prevention-and-Treatment-for-Athletes-Paperback-9781643590639/804610914?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wmlspartner=wlpa&cn=FY25-ENTP-PMAX_cnv_dps_dsn_dis_ad_entp_e_n&gclsrc=aw.ds&adid=22222222297804610914_0000000000_21407473164&wl0=&wl1=x&wl2=c&wl3=&wl4=&wl5=9010303&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=804610914&veh=sem&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21690411341&gbraid=0AAAAADmfBIoaumu5-yERaV9ZU_ICha5AG&gclid=Cj0KCQiAiKzIBhCOARIsAKpKLAOh2iY40HDbN2f6QVMZ0pL9L8PiwzjdOnh3-ycrku9r1Ek6oFDU0LcaAsLqEALw_wcB Squirrel Nut Butter - https://squirrelsnutbutter.com/ Outdoor Research Sun Gloves - https://www.outdoorresearch.com/collections/sun-protection-gloves/products/activeice-chroma-sun-gloves-280133 Outdoor Research Sun Hoodie - https://www.outdoorresearch.com/collections/sun-protection/products/mens-echo-hoodie-287625 Leki Trail Running Poles - https://lekiusa.com/collections/trail-running Petzl Swift RL (the light we both recommend) - https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Headlamps/SWIFT-RL Arc'Teryx Norvan Jacket - https://arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/mens/norvan-insulated-hoody-8435 Dynafit Rain Jacket with Zipper on Back for Pack - https://www.dynafit.com/alpine-gore-tex-jacket-men-08-0000071468 Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Puffy Line - https://www.mountainhardwear.com/c/ghost-whisperer/?srsltid=AfmBOorSe9uGyS2oDCXXv1xHqlh9uguAsFxNcBUyz955lfL0ybUhVxUJ Wahoo Trackr Heart Rate Monitor - https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/heart-rate-monitors/trackr-heart-rate-buy Doctor's of Running Podcast on Off Season - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/266-do-not-make-these-offseason-running-mistakes/id1518639507?i=1000735352115 Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast  

My goodness what an episode! Ellis and I dive deep into his training, prep, equipment, and all things Moab 240 and his race. What a conversation!  I also dive into training metrics (heart rate, rating of perceived exertion (RPE), & pace).  It's another long episode! Enjoy!  Ellis referred to his Fenix Headlamp. I believe this was the one - https://www.fenixlighting.com/products/fenix-hm62-t-headlamp?variant=42221693468726 Freetrail Podcast with Scott Johnston in which he discusses Tom Evans & Ruth Crofts training -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_Vst_QXYVs   Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

This is the 2nd time Mike has been on the podcast. Check out his 1st podcast with me here - https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-69qr9-161c0c4 I enjoyed talking to Mike about what makes him tick and how he got through the Mammoth 200 without crew or pacers. I always enjoy talking to Mike. He is humble and well spoken. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I do.  After our conversation, I dive into noting strength discrepancies and mobility issues in your strength training and how that can help us stave off injury.  Feel free to send in any questions or comments. I thank you in advance for these! Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

In this episode, I chat with Rachel Blinn about her 2nd finish in 2 years at the Tor des Geants! We do a deep dive into the race and how she went about getting to the finish line! I also answer another cross country coach's question about doing anaerobic work in a long run. Enjoy! Active warmup - https://youtu.be/hgBB9de1Hdk Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

Continuing with #'s 14-21 from the article - https://www.inc.com/peter-economy/21-super-effective-habits-of-highly-successful-people/91101433 Ernest Hemingway once wrote: "The hardest lesson I have had to learn as an adult is the relentless need to keep going, no matter how broken I feel inside. This truth is raw, unfiltered, and painfully universal. Life doesn’t stop when we are exhausted, when our hearts are shattered, or when our spirits feel threadbare. It keeps moving—unyielding, indifferent—demanding that we keep pace. There is no pause button for grief, no intermission for healing, no moment where the world gently steps aside and allows us to mend. Life expects us to carry our burdens in silence, to push forward despite the weight of all we carry inside. The cruelest part? No one really prepares us for this. As children, we are fed stories of resilience wrapped in neat, hopeful endings—tales where pain has purpose and every storm clears to reveal a bright horizon. But adulthood strips away those comforting illusions. It teaches us that survival is rarely poetic. More often than not, it’s about showing up when you’d rather disappear, smiling through pain no one sees, and carrying on despite feeling like you're unraveling from the inside out. And yet, somehow, we persevere. That’s the quiet miracle of being human. Even when life is relentless, even when hope feels distant, we keep moving. We stumble, we break, we fall to our knees—but we get up. And in doing so, we uncover a strength we never knew we had. We learn to comfort ourselves in the ways we wish others would. We become the voice of reassurance we once searched for. Slowly, we realize that resilience isn’t always about grand acts of bravery; sometimes, it’s just a whisper—“Keep going.” Yes, it’s exhausting. Yes, it’s unfair. And yes, there are days when the weight of it all feels unbearable. But every small step forward is proof that we haven’t given up. That we are still fighting, still holding on, still refusing to let the darkness consume us. That quiet defiance—choosing to exist, to try, to hope—is the bravest thing we can do." Keep moving forward! Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

This episode is based off an article that can be found here - https://www.inc.com/peter-economy/21-super-effective-habits-of-highly-successful-people/91101433   Training for the Uphill Athlete is the book I referred to. Authors Steve House, Scott Johnston, & Kilian Jornet. https://uphillathlete.com/product/training-for-the-uphill-athlete-book/    Misogi - Michael Easter's article titled "What's Your Misogi" will give you some more on the concept - https://www.twopct.com/p/whats-your-misogi   I also reference Michael Easter's book, "The Comfort Crisis" - https://eastermichael.com/book/   Enjoy! Part 2 will be released on Oct. 10th, 2025.    Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

I always like to take a song and mix in my own lyrics. To summarize Tor I'd use the song "Where It's At" by Beck. Where it's at! I got 2 broke ribs and a scapula.    In all seriousness, it was amazing, and here is my account...   Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast  

In this episode, I discuss my gear choices for the Tor de Geants 330k. I have listed all items below with their respective websites for you. I'll post track info on my social channels and Strava in the coming week ahead. I'll be taking a 2 week break form the podcast while in Italy. Once I return, I'll give a full race recap. Thank you for your continued support! -Aaron Aaron's information:  My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast Depploy Down .5 Pullover Hoody - https://blackdiamondequipment.com/products/mens-deploy-down-0-5-pullover-hoody?_pos=2&_psq=men%27s+deploy+down&_ss=e&_v=1.0   Rab Phantom Waterproof Pant - https://rab.equipment/us/phantom-waterproof-pants?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22768176652&gbraid=0AAAAAC6UPyvYtVK2FJhzh0mH3riDfWTpN&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzt_FBhCEARIsAJGFWVkkZ9BNJLHbbeYBdBn-BjYc8Iz8UEF9BbrSoYRSxWLkZ-cbdNWmDWkaAkuFEALw_wcB   Cross Point Waterproof Knit Gloves - https://showerspass.com/collections/crosspoint-gloves?srsltid=AfmBOooasMEqkGyWUxT4EPD0PkMSjg9T03TrW8NgjsdaoCr7zn_IEANp   Mont Bell Rain Trekker Jacket - https://www.montbell.com/us/en/products/detail/1128729   UltrAspire Zygos 6.0 Pack - https://ultraspire.com/products/zygos-6-0/?attribute_pa_size=large&attribute_color=Steel+Blue&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20734187901&gbraid=0AAAAAD2xUSs2UlS-ze1DMB8eW8_TBdA9D&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzt_FBhCEARIsAJGFWVnJhWOPDVIqmi2d-9qa8q-XRLWIzPE-d-egIrQM5WC10MAECxkKidsaAn-CEALw_wcB   UltrAspire Pole Quiver - https://ultraspire.com/products/ultraspire-pole-quiver/   Black Diamond Carbon Z Poles - https://blackdiamondequipment.com/products/distance-carbon-z-poles   Altra Olympus 275 - https://www.altrarunning.com/en-us/trail/mens-olympus-275/AL0A85RT.html Kahtoola MICROspikes - https://kahtoola.com/traction/microspikes-footwear-traction/?srsltid=AfmBOoqM-Cl_wRT2Zs4K0tq3oC3qYF2s0eMHajBZteq6n26ZuIVHGSR9   Xoskin Xotoes Crew Sock - https://www.xoskin.us/50-Pro-Series/50-XOTOES-Toe-Sock-Crew/ I also mention their ¾ length short liners.   Petzl Swift RL - https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Headlamps/SWIFT-RL   UltrAspire Lumen 800 Solstice - https://ultraspire.com/products/lumen-800-solstice/   BiolLite Charge 40 PD - https://www.bioliteenergy.com/products/charge-40-pd   Garmin Enduro 3 - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/851039/   Amazfit T-Rex3 - https://us.amazfit.com/products/amazfit-t-rex-3?srsltid=AfmBOor7MkgmzjqbcOdYcO9JTUxKGuNxImLCcJnU6XQDnK950cl_y1en   Black Diamon Desert Mullet - https://blackdiamondequipment.com/products/desert-mullet   Other hat I mention is the Stead Stratos Airflow Mesh Cap - https://wearstead.com/collections/hat/products/stratos-airflow-mesh-cap   Smartwool base layer wool shirts - https://www.smartwool.com/en-us/men/shop-by-activity/run   Ketl Nofry Shirts - https://ketlmtn.com/products/nofry-sunhoodie?variant=32668964782146 I also mention their shorts - https://ketlmtn.com/products/blackwood-trail-run-shorts-7?variant=42122610540610   USWE Puls Trail Running Combo shorts - https://uswe.com/en-us/puls-trail-running-combo-shorts-m-black-m-1?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22326263997&gbraid=0AAAAAC_7o8iDX48uL6yDLpanIr96UucfQ&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzt_FBhCEARIsAJGFWVmHBp2yj_q0pr1TUKE16y1PkYfu9GzUGgjd6-Q2iOl3nyDZ_lzpBsIaAmsfEALw_wcB   SOL Emergency Bivvy - https://www.surviveoutdoorslonger.com/collections/emergency-survival-bivvies?srsltid=AfmBOoq7DupQWAgUSKGGNJE0lVtNR8_GGC2DUOT0SVUfLDgi5cKAYM9H   HydraPak Velocity Reservoirs - https://www.hydrapak.com/products/velocity%E2%84%A2-1-5-l?variant=44292058382569   UltrAspire 800mL Sof

In this episode I pay tribute to the life of my friend Victor Mariano and talk through my training for the Tor de Geants 330k. Enjoy!   Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

In this Episode, I interview Keagan Saft on his senior season and recruitment process just hours before dropping him off at the University of Portland to begin his Freshman year. Enjoy!   Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

Here is my latest adventure...The Art Loeb Out-n-Back run. Enjoy the episode! The Art Loeb Trail Route - https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/north-carolina/art-loeb-trail--2 Rab Phantom Raincoat - https://rab.equipment/us/mens-phantom-waterproof-jacket?srsltid=AfmBOoquXxrCehdVKIVRaGs5PTeFawcbJMQjQuJoeUP_minYcnAO3qh8 Book - Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter - https://eastermichael.com/book/ Science In Sport (SIS) Double Espresso Gels - https://thefeed.com/products/sis-go-energy-caffeine-gels?variant=39990580248639&ship=GS&g_acctid=598-107-7261&g_adgroupid=&g_adid=&g_adtype=none&g_campaign=PMax%3A+GSN+-+Smart+-+Science+In+Sport&g_campaignid=18183054880&g_keyword=&g_keywordid=&g_network=x&utm_source=google&campaign_id=18183054880&ad_id=&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=PMax%3A+GSN+-+Smart+-+Science+In+Sport&utm_content=&utm_term=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwndHEBhDVARIsAGh0g3DwRe5oEjSXneUwbmKqwDU5BW_Q9GNvOougBb3wZfeWv8VVl8JCQ4EaAvklEALw_wcB&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17412898521&gbraid=0AAAAADpLaeansVL7gcXPpxa5aDa7P0oG9 Saftlek Workout: 15:00 warmup jog > 4 x :10 strides > 2 x 2:00 Fast w/ 2:00 recovery > 4 x 1:00 Faster w/ 1:00 recovery > 8 x :30 Fastest w/ :30 recovery > 10:00+ cool down jog Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast  

Hi everyone! Thanks to your questions & comments, there is a lot in this episode! So many topics and things to discuss. From summer training reminders, to the new discussion on the merit of zone 2 training, to talk about Tor de Geants and gear reviews. I hope you learn something and enjoy!    Resources: 1. My episode on HRV - https://runningislifepodcast.podbean.com/e/should-we-use-hrv-as-a-predictor-episode-239/ 2. The book "Feed Zone Portables" I mentioned - https://www.skratchlabs.com/products/feed-zone-portables?srsltid=AfmBOopvi6-4RX4WnU5bw3qJvrMUjsKdm_eS1pzTEaNQy1tUa8eGg8dt 3. Inside Sports Nutrition Podcast on Killian Jornet's Western States nutrition plan - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-high-carb-was-killian-jornet-at-western-states-100-ep-191/id1597491931?i=1000718722764 4. Z2 Training Training Discussions: a. https://uesca.com/podcast/episode-34-the-lore-of-zone-2-the-scientific-reality-with-guest-dr-brendon-gurd/ b. https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/p/is-zone-2-training-optimal-for-mitochondrial c. https://stevemagness.substack.com/p/the-debate-over-easy-vs-high-intensity?triedRedirect=true 5. Trail Runner Nation Podcast BS Episode w/ Ian Sharman -https://trailrunnernation.com/2025/07/ep-737-cutting-through-the-bs/ 6. Sisyphus Hill Workout - https://themorningshakeout.com/workout-of-the-week-the-sisyphus-session/#:~:text=One%20set%20of%20repeats%20looks,back%20down%20to%20the%20bottom. Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

Hi everyone! I missed this! It feels liberating to record again; even if it's on a tough subject.  In this episode, I discuss my build and race at Western States. As always, it's emotional, so forgive me for being open and honest! I look forward to sharing again. If you have anything you want to hear about, please, let me know! Enjoy! Aaron's information: My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast

I am going to step away from podcasting. Is it permanent? I don’t know for sure. I continue to want to share things I learn and give back to the community that has given me so much.  I will continue to do so through my coaching. Both High School and adults. I’m always here if you need me! Thank you for being a part of this journey! Running is Life! -Coach Aaron Saft   Aaron's information:   My Socials & Channels: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com  

What does your music playlist do for you? Does it move you, motivate you, calm you? It should do all of these and more. This episode dives into my thoughts behind a powerful music playlist.  Resources: Book - "States The Places We Run" eBook - https://historyexp.org/states-the-places-we-run-ebook/ Video - Seven Nation Army / Rockin'1000 That's Live Official - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaEsni-OgUs&list=RDxaEsni-OgUs&start_radio=1   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast I'd be remiss not to thanks to my Patrons for their continued support!  

What a great book. "The Norwegian Method" by Brad Culp is not an instruction manual. It does not having training plans. It describes how the Norwegian's are using science to better their training. To understand the principles of what they are doing to make them such great athletes. In this episode, I will discuss some of my takeaways. Resources: Strength Running Podcast w/ Brad Culp - https://strengthrunning.com/2024/11/brad-culp/ The Norwegian Method Podcast - Found on many major streaming platforms including Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/bh/podcast/the-norwegian-method-podcast/id1724540879 Jason Koop's Book, "Training Essentials for Ultrarunning" which has 2 different heat training protocols for heat acclimatization - https://www.jasonkoop.com/book The CORE body temperature Instrument - https://corebodytemp.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooGkOMpXaG5Wg9AEGdqtQeQx8GvJXp_8oGP8wdKs60e8MpI4BtH Threshold Test: 10-15 minute warmup 4 x 1:00 Hard (7-9 RPE) 1:00 Easy (1-4 RPE) 5:00 Recovery jog 30:00 (8-10 RPE) - It's better to start the 30 minutes effort a bit easier and continue to push the effort towards the end. 10:00 Cool Down jog Once you complete this workout, use the analyze feature to take the last 20 minutes of the 30 minute effort and use that value to set your running threshold. If I forgot anything, please reach out using any of the means listed below. Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast I'd be remiss not to thanks to my Patrons for their continued support!  

Can you do workouts? Can you run lots of miles? Should you do either? We'll discuss in this episode. Books I refer to: The Norwegian Method by Brad Culp Training Lactate Pulse-Rate by Peter G.J.M. Janssen Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes by Philip Friere Skiba DO, PHD States - The Places We Run by Bob Crowley, Hal Hall, & Tim Twietmeyer The Examined Run by Sabrina B. Little The Essential Wooden by John Wooden & Steve Jamison Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast I'd be remiss not to thanks to my Patrons for their continued support!  

I've learned a lot this year, and from reading and observation, there's one thing I'd like to share and that's making sure your workout intervals are long enough to provide the stimulus to help your fitness. Have a listen to hear more... Resources: 1. Alex Hutchison article on VO2 max Testing - When VO2 Max isn't max - https://sweatscience.com/when-vo2max-isnt-max/ 2. Runner Rising Podcast w/ me as the guest - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaron-saft-behind-of-the-scenes-of-coaching-100/id1719182588?i=1000681126506   Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast I'd be remiss not to thanks to my Patrons for their continued support!

Here are the things that have me excited to try/use in 2025: FlipBelt & Light - https://flipbelt.com/products/running-light Petzl Swift RL reactive lighting (update) - https://www.petzl.com/US/en/Sport/Headlamps/SWIFT-RL Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra Trail - https://www.adidas.com/us/terrex-agravic-speed-ultra-trail-running-shoes/IF6594.html Rab Phantom Waterproof Pull-On Jacket - https://rab.equipment/us/phantom-pull-on?srsltid=AfmBOoqju21FEPEGERkOHgVbgGvO74deMuOyFolOpC1VnMvtXxxU2bnL Salomon Sense Pro 6 Pack - https://www.salomon.com/en-us/shop/product/sense-pro-6-lc13112.html?_gl=1*2ur8pc*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=CjwKCAiA34S7BhAtEiwACZzv4SYMDxN4hjQN_PRX_eieDWJ-0HUhgIp-O6-hd_Ybfykw2xyUUNJxDhoC8asQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#color=104623 Garmin Enduro 3 - https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/851039 Amphipod Hydraform Ergo Minimalist 20oz Handheld - https://amphipod.com/ergo-minimalist/ Wahoo TRACKR HRT Monitor - https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/heart-rate-monitors/trackr-heart-rate-buy Gels Never Second - https://never2.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA34S7BhAtEiwACZzv4f5BMzFGxrhS32ICe4ue20aFZd1KkgSEuhv08aRolBQ-fhoA8-JDqhoCOkYQAvD_BwE Science in Sport Beta Fuel Gels - https://www.scienceinsport.com/eu/beta-fuel-gels-sis Amacx Drink Gels - https://amacx.com/collections/energy-gels?srsltid=AfmBOopREU-CGLsRxfqyhfJnnKjAMkCSDQ2QKsl1VRhWPiGzCjjVTGfe Enervit Carbo Gel - https://www.enervit.com/en/the-carbo-gel-c-2-1-pro-orange.html Method Seven Sunglasses - https://methodseven.com/collections/trail-running-sunglasses?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=21002873404&utm_medium=ad&utm_content=690126563963&utm_term=trail%20running%20sunglasses&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA34S7BhAtEiwACZzv4XQlhaaihfXnl9JlzrNNzpBqGyz29auw8Tol4HunkoBHLujpBzvAuRoCPbUQAvD_BwE Helinox Beach Chair & Shade/Cup Holder - https://helinox.com/products/beach-chair?variant=44491247485102 Ozark Trail Pop-Up Beach Shelter Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast I'd be remiss not to thanks to my Patrons for their continued support!  

With 2 tickets in the lottery, I was shocked to hav my name pulled to race Western States in June of 2025. But a plan is beginning to formulate. This episode describes the outline.    Aaron's information: If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/RunningIsLife My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter: https://www.facebook.com/MRRUNNINGPAINSCOACHING https://www.instagram.com/runningislifecoaching/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ6J512qA34z_N0KJSU4jfw https://www.strava.com/athletes/18431982  Email - coachsaft@gmail.com Thanks to all of you for listening! Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already! THANK YOU! Aaron Saft Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast I'd be remiss not to thanks to my Patrons for their continued support!