Kentucky Running

If you've heard the term "super shoe" and had no clue what they are or if they're right for you, this episode will bring you up to *ahem* speed.

John's Run/Walk Shop's Running Shoe Buyer Kellen Ague-…

Tennis and pickleball are popular sports, but not everyone wears the right shoes to keep their feet secure and safe. In this episode, our ASICS tech rep, Meredith McKinney, explains the importance of…

Summer running in Kentucky means having to pay extra attention to hydration. On this episode, Lance Bollinger, Associate Professor in the Dept. of Kinesiology and Health Promotion at the University o…

Julie Bretigan is the Executive Director of Life Adventure Center in Versailles, a nonprofit that uses outdoor adventure to unlock resilience in people who have experienced trauma. We'll talk about t…

Cara Meade from Creative Yoga in Lexington joins the show to discuss how yoga can benefit runners. If you're looking for new ways to improve your running performance, listen to this episode and consi…

We're excited to bring on Special Olympics Kentucky as our race beneficiary for Run the Bluegrass. Brent Wallace joins the show to discuss his many years as a Special Olympics volunteer. He tells us …

Of course, getting the right pair of shoes is essential for foot health. But shoes are only part of the solution. John Mascari of Currex talks to us about the advantages of insoles. Running, walking,…

University of Kentucky's DanceBlue is an entirely student-run organization that fundraises year-round for the DanceBlue Hematology/Oncology Clinic and culminates in a 24-hour no sitting, no sleeping …

We love trees! In this episode, Heather Wilson explains why you should too.

Heather is the Senior Program Manager of Urban & Community Forestry and former City Arborist for LFUCG. She tells us about …

Converting an old, 10-acre parking lot into a vibrant public park is no small feat, but it's about to become a reality later this year. Gatton Park on the Town Branch is nearing completion. Executive…

How can you protect yourself on the roads and the trails? What gear is essential for runners to carry? What should you do if you think you're being followed? These aren't fun questions to think about…

Katie Ullery-Syvarth is a registered dietician who works with athletes to address issues of underfueling and eating disorders. In this episode, Katie talks about proper fueling, warning signs of eati…

After the tragic loss of one of their members, Frontrunners Lexington launched an initiative to quantify the number of drivers running red lights in Lexington. Matt talks to Jason Schubert of Frontru…

For years, RunTheBluegrass has been one of Kentucky's premier running events. On this episode, John's Run/Walk Shop General Manager Riley Marshall talks with RunTheBluegrass founder Eric Patrick Marr…

Physical therapist Kelsey Karnes of MoveSmart returns to Kentucky Running to discuss recovery strategies. How does recovery differ based on the distance you're training for? How do busy runners build…

Heidi Guckenberger is the Executive Director of Girls on the Run Central Kentucky, which has spent the past 15 years helping local girls build confidence and healthy relationships through running. He…

Griffin VanMeter joins John's Run/Walk Shop General Manager Riley Marshall to discuss the Yes for Parks ballot initiative. Griffin wants the city to establish a dedicated fund for Lexington's parks, …

Lexington’s GreenCheck program is a great way for local businesses to work toward more environmentally friendly practices. To learn more about this program, we talk with Chrissie Balding, from the Ci…

University of Kentucky HealthCare registered dietician Kayla Dudick joins the show to talk about nutrition for runners. She educates us about carbs, vitamins, protein for vegetarians, fad diets, and …

To make our races more environmentally friendly, John's Bluegrass Racing Company has been getting race shirts from Recover Brands. On this episode, we talk with Recover Marketing Director Adam Bratto…