THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

The podcast you've all been waiting for. Perhaps, the podcast of the year, and we're only fourteen days into it. In today's podcast, we sit down and have a conversation with the fastest brothers in America: Nico, Lex, & Leo Young! From the youngest of ages, Nico, Lex, and Leo have pushed each other to be the best versions of themselves both in sport and in life. Nico has paved the way, and Lex and Leo have pushed past expectations. All in all, they are just three brothers. They are three guys who love to run, enjoy cooking, and have their own merch company.  This podcast is such a fun deep-dive into how they have pushed each other growing up, their future goals, winning a national championship together, a ton of good banter, and answering lots and lots of very fun listener questions! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. Nico, Lex, and Leo are incredibly insightful and inspiring guests, and we're sure you'll find something valuable in this episode. You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If you really enjoy the podcast, consider sharing it on social media to spread the word!  The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -The Young Brothers' Clothing Line: https://runfastapparel.com -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

Today on the podcast, I have a close friend who also is a very accomplished runner and an extremely amazing human being, Zachary Barker. Zach started his running days in middle school, where he developed a passion for the sport that led to running Division 1 in the NCAA in college. He now works full-time for the best-fueling company in the country, Maurten, while pursuing his dream of running an Olympic Trials Qualifying Time in the marathon.  In this conversation, Zach and I peel back the curtain on his training leading into the 2023 Houston Marathon. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing about his build-up and all of the ins and outs of marathon training. I was especially fascinated by how he manages to run 120-mile weeks while maintaining a full-time job and really enjoyed hearing about some insane training like a 28-mile long run he did a few weeks back. We also go through his start in the sport and the lessons he's learned throughout his career in sport. Scattered throughout are some fun questions that keep the conversation light and fun, from the outlook on the 76ers to cooking for Gordon Ramsay. Needless to say, this conversation was a very fun and inspiring one! Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Zach's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarkknight24/?hl=en -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers

Today on the podcast, I have the one and only Conner Mantz. This is an interview I've been wanting to make happen for a while. Conner has one of the brightest futures for the US distance runner and has already accomplished so much in his short professional career so far. Conner won back-to-back NCAA XC titles in 2020 and 2021, cementing himself as one of the greatest American NCAA runners of all time. In 2022, Conner did what few runners have ever done in the same year, compete at the highest level in a short event like the 5k and a long event like the marathon. Conner placed 4th in the 5k at USAs and then a few months later ran 2:08:16 at the Chicago Marathon, the fastest debut marathon ever by an American.  This conversation is a deep dive into Conner's career, from his early curiosity of the sport to the present day, where he is eyeing a big race at this weekend's Chevron Houston Half Marathon. We discuss Conner's upbringing in the sport, his two NCAA titles representing BYU, signing with Nike, how much his faith means to him, and of course, the classic Gordon Ramsay question.  Hearing Conner's inspiring story will motivate you to chase after your goals. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. I'm very confident that you'll find something valuable in this episode. Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Conner's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connermantz/?hl=en -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers

Have you ever wondered what it looks like to train as a professional distance runner? What the day-to-day life looks like? How to handle setbacks, failure, adversity, and doubts? How to set goals, train for them, and execute them on race day? As outsiders, we see remarkable athletes accomplish remarkable things every year. We don't see the behind-the-scenes of what went into that remarkable performance. We don't see or understand the hours of hard work, struggle, doubt, etc. The Running Effect is here to bring you an inside look at all these things with the man, the myth, the legend, Ben Flanagan.    Ben Flanagan has cemented himself as one of the best Canadian runners of all time in his short four years of being a professional runner. He is the Canadian half-marathon record holder with a time of 61:00 and has won the prestigious Falmouth Road Race three years in a row (gaining the name "The King of Falmouth" in the process). In addition, he won the 2018 NCAA 10k title while competing for the University of Michigan. Ben is currently sponsored by On Running and is a member of VNTC based out of Ann Arbor, Michigan.  Over the next two months, Ben and I will dive deep into his indoor campaign leading into The Ten, presented by Sound Running. We will go into his training, racing, mindset, and answer your questions along the way! The first episode is now live. It was a big introduction to the series, and we go through many interesting subjects. Go listen wherever you find your podcasts! Make sure you're following "The Running Effect Podcast" on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, so you never miss an episode. Tap in and share with your friends.  Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing following us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_flanagan/?hl=en -Ben's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/ben-flanagan-41161380 -VNTC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@verynicetrackclub5601/featured -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Intro Background Music: https://mandelbro.bandcamp.com/album/oh-margarita

Today on the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with accomplished triathlete turned professional runner Lauren Goss. Lauren has had a breakout year in 2022 in the sport of running, cementing herself as one of the top female marathoners in the US. She has no signs of slowing up anytime soon.  In this conversation, you will hear Lauren's incredible story of getting into the sport of running, her ten successful years of triathlon, lessons learned from motherhood, working with a new coach from Norway, and her goals for 2023 and beyond. I personally was impacted by this episode and learned a lot from Lauren's story. I can't wait to see all the things she'll do in the future and the legacy she'll leave on our sport.  Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. Lauren is an incredibly insightful, inspiring, and thoughtful guest, and we're sure you'll find something valuable in this episode.  Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Lauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurengoss/ -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers -Exakt Health: https://exakthealth-us.app.link/the-running-effect?%243p=a_influencer

Today on the podcast, I have the great privilege of speaking with national champion, Irene Riggs. Irene recently won Nike Cross Nationals (NXN) and had a historic season, forever cementing her legacy in her home state West Virginia. The special thing is that Irene has two seasons left to add to her incredibly storied career already.  In this conversation, Irene and I dive deep into her running career, life, goals, and different experiences that have shaped her into who she is today. We discuss her past XC season, including her NXN win, how her twin sister Caroline has impacted and inspired her, choosing Stanford, and her goals for 2023. This conversation was a ton of fun and inspiring as well. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. Irene is an incredibly insightful and inspiring guest, and we're sure you'll find something valuable in this episode. Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. You can find this podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts.  The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Irene's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ireneriggs/?hl=en -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers -Exakt Health: https://exakthealth-us.app.link/the-running-effect?%243p=a_influencer

In today's episode of The Running Effect, we sit down with esteemed guest Rachel McArthur to discuss a range of topics related to running and life. Rachel recently graduated from the University of Colorado. If I were to list all of her accomplishments, you would be reading for awhile, so I'll just say she's fast.  Rachel shares her own journey as a runner, including the challenges she's faced and the lessons she's learned along the way. She also talks about the importance of finding your identity outside of sport and how to deal with negativity and people who don't have your best interests at heart. We also talk about fun Christmas subjects, what she would cook for Gordon Ramsay, and get her opinion on many Christmas topics.  Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll find something to relate to and learn from in this episode. Rachel is an incredibly insightful and inspiring guest, and we're sure you'll find something valuable in this episode.  So if you're looking for some guidance and inspiration on your own running journey and life, tune in to The Running Effect. And don't forget to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, give us a five-star review if you haven't already, and share the show with a friend or two. We hope you enjoy this episode, and stay tuned for more! The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Rachel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmcarthur_/?hl=en -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers -Exakt Health: https://exakthealth-us.app.link/the-running-effect?%243p=a_influencer

Today on the podcast, I am joined by the fastest twins in America, Davin and Creed Thompson. Davin has had impressive performances, including a 13:35 in the 5k and a 30th-place finish at the 2022 NCAA XC Championships. Creed also had a strong showing at the 2022 NCAA XC Championships, finishing in 35th place. In this episode, we delve into a variety of topics, including their racing and training experiences, being a member of the BYU cross country and track teams, and answering listener questions. We also have some fun discussing classic twin questions and chatting about the holiday season. In addition to discussing the Thompson twins' personal experiences in running and training, we also delve into the mental and physical strategies they use to stay motivated and achieve their best performances. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, the insights and advice shared in this episode are sure to help you improve your own running journey. Furthermore, hearing about the dedication and determination of Davin and Creed is sure to inspire you to push yourself to new limits and achieve your own running goals. The Thompson twins' passion for the sport is contagious, and their story is sure to motivate you to lace up your shoes and hit the pavement. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to subscribe to The Running Effect on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to leave a five-star review on these platforms. We would also love it if you could share this episode with a friend or two. Thank you for listening and we hope you tune in for more! The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Davin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/14_davin/ -Creed's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/20_creed/?hl=en -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers -Exakt Health: https://exakthealth-us.app.link/the-running-effect?%243p=a_influencer

Today we have a very special guest on the podcast; the one and only Kole Mathison. Kole is a rising star in the running world who just won his first national championship in dominant fashion at Champs Sports Nationals a few weeks ago.  In this episode, we delve into Kole's journey in the sport, discussing his decision to commit to CU and the hard work and dedication that led to his impressive victory. We also discuss the national championship race and whether Kole should be ranked #1 in the nation. Throughout the episode, we delve into the mental and physical challenges that Kole has faced on his journey and how he has overcome them. Whether you're an avid runner or just someone who is looking for some inspiration, this episode is sure to leave you feeling motivated and uplifted. In this episode, we also discuss Kole's faith and how it impacts everything he does, including his running. Kole shares how he keeps God at the center of his running and how his faith has played a role in his journey to the national championships. So if you want to learn more about The Running Effect and be inspired by the stories of athletes like Kole, be sure to give us a listen and don't forget to subscribe, leave a five-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and share with a friend! You can listen wherever you listen to podcasts.  The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Kole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kole.mathison/ -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers -Exakt Health: https://exakthealth-us.app.link/the-running-effect?%243p=a_influencer

"Comparison is the thief of joy." This is a quote that you will hear me frequently repeat on the podcast, not only because it's an impactful quote, but also because every human struggles with comparison. Whether it is in running, school, work, etc, we are constantly comparing ourselves to others affecting our performance and, more importantly, our well-being.  So to tackle this difficult subject in hopes of giving you the tools to be more knowledgeable about this subject and work to become better about comparing yourself to others less, I speak with the one and only Shannon Thompson, MAPP, NCCP. Shannon is a professional mental performance counselor who is incredibly bright on many subjects, including that of comparison.  In this short mini-podcast (17min), we define what comparison is, the science behind it, how to work to take control of our own thoughts when comparing ourselves to others, and can comparison ever be a good thing? I hope this episode is informative and can help you to better understand the subject of comparison.  Enjoy the podcast? Please consider subscribing and giving us a five-star review on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo. S H O W   N O T E S -Shannon's Hypo2 Profile: https://hypo2sport.com/shannon-thompson/ -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en -Goodr Sunnies: https://goodr.com/collections/top-sellers -Exakt Health: https://exakthealth-us.app.link/the-running-effect?%243p=a_influencer