Podcast Episodes

EP 702: Can You Do Toe Yoga?

Episode 702

How does the foot arch function in running? How does the big toe play a crucial role in foot health and running efficiency?

Dr. Matthew Silver returns to The Nation to answer these questions and help…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

EP 701: Super Shoes and Smart Stretches—What Runners Need to Know

Episode 701

Returning guest and renowned physical therapist Jay Dicharry returns to unravel the truths and myths around stretching, mobility, and shoe selection for runners. Jay sheds light on the debate between…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

EP 700: Trick or Treat

Episode 700

For our 700th episode, we convinced our good friend Andy Jones-Wilkins to take some time off from recording his podcast, Crack A Brew with AJW, and his coaching to join us for a new episode type that…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

EP 699: The Power of Will to Overcome Obstacles

Episode 699

"True will is quiet humility, resilience, and flexibility; the other kind of will is weakness disguised by bluster and ambition." - Ryan Holiday

This is the final episode of a 3-part series, where we…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

EP 698: Fueling for Busy Runners- How to Eat Well, Stay Healthy, and Manage Your Time

Episode 698

In this episode, we explore the relationship between nutrition and running with registered dietitian Jason Levee. We cover meal prep strategies, the importance of fiber for overall health, and how hy…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

EP 697: Breaking Records: The New Era of Ultra Running

Episode 697

Why are there so many fast finish times this year?  How can you get faster?

In this episode, we explore the recent trend of record-breaking performances in ultra running, examining the key factors dr…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

EP 696: The Power of Action

Episode 696

"For us is the life of action….let us rather run the risk of wearing out than rusting out." Theodore Roosevelt

This is the 2 episode of a 3-part series, we dive into Ryan Holiday's powerful book, Th…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

EP 695: The Science of Stress- Managing Physical, Mental, and Biochemical Pressure

Episode 695

In this episode, Dr. Phil Maffetone takes a comprehensive look at stress management, breaking it down into physical, biochemical, and mental/emotional categories. He shares practical strategies for a…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

EP 694: The Intersection of Trail Running, Backpacking and Fastpacking

Episode 694

What happens when a love for the outdoors leads to launching an outdoor gear company and then running your first ultra-marathon?

In this episode of Trail Runner Nation, we're joined by Tayson Whittak…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

EP 693: Perception: Turning Obstacles into Opportunities

Episode 693

In this first episode of a 3-part series, we dive into Ryan Holiday's powerful book, The Obstacle is the Way: The Ancient Art of Turning Adversity to Advantage. Holiday, an expert on Stoicism, outli…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago