Real Life Runners with Angie and Kevin Brown
Angie and Kevin Brown are here to help real life runners to improve their running and their life through conversations about training, mindset, nutrition, health and wellness, family, and all the crazy things that life throws at us. The lessons that we learn from running can carry over into all aspects of our life, and we are here to explore those connections through current research, our experiences, and stories from real people out on the roads and trails, so that you can become a physically and mentally stronger runner and achieve the goals that matter to you. We are Kevin and Angie Brown, husband and wife, mom and dad, coaches, and runners. Angie holds her doctorate degree in physical therapy and uses running as part of her integrated fitness routine. Kevin is a marathoner who has been coaching runners for over a decade. Together, we want to help make running more accessible to more people, so that more people can gain the benefits of being a Real Life Runner.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 429
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
385: You Don't Need More Motivation. You Need This.
Today we are digging into the often misunderstood topic of motivation. We discuss why motivation, while potentially useful in the short term, is not the key to long-term success in running. Instead, …
384: Heavy Lifting for Runners
In episode 384 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, the focus is on the importance of heavy lifting for runners. The episode challenges the traditional belief that runners should stick to high repetitio…
383: A Powerful Mental Tool for Better Races
In this episode, we discuss the essential distinction between goals and intentions in the world of running. We delve into our recent cross country season, revealing how we worked with our team on jou…
382: The Importance of Hip Strength for Runners
In this solo episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, I dive into a topic that's close to my heart as a physical therapist with 17 years of experience—hip strength and stability, and how they play a…
381: 5 Reasons Running Is Feeling Harder Than It Used To
In episode 381 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we dive into why running can feel more challenging over 40, and provide actionable strategies to counteract these challenges. We discuss the importanc…
380: How to Treat and Prevent Running Cramps
In this episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we discuss our tried-and-true strategies to prevent and treat muscle cramps that many runners face. We tackle topics like common causes of running cr…
379: Avoid These 3 Training Mistakes in Perimenopause
In episode 379 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we focus on women experiencing perimenopause and dive into the three most common training mistakes they make, leading to decreased energy, weight gain…
378: A Powerful Mindset Tool To Achieve Your Goals Faster
In episode 378 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we introduce 'The Gap and the Gain,' a powerful concept derived from the book of the same name by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. This episode de…
377: Does Running Require Voluntary Suffering?
In episode 377 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we delve into the concept of voluntary suffering in running and debate whether it's a necessary component of our sport. We share our unique perspectiv…
376: The Key for Sustainable Progress
Balancing Training and Sustainability: Episode 376 of Real Life Runners
In episode 376 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we discuss the challenges of balancing all the advice on training, eating, and …
375: Eat Less, Move More is Horrible Advice
'Eat Less, Move More' - you've heard this right? It seems like it's just the accepted advice if you want to lose weight - but is this good advice for runners? We explore the negative impacts of calor…
374: Sprint Training and Myths of Zone 2
In episode 374 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we explore the popular concept of zone two training and dispel common myths around it. We explain why solely relying on zone two is not sufficient for…
373: An Unknown Secret To Your Running Success
In episode 373 of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we delve into the concept of Mudita—sympathetic joy—and its significance in sports and personal life, emphasizing the importance of genuine joy for ot…
372: Put Yourself In A Position to Succeed: Takeaways From The Paris Olympics
In episode 372 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we dive into our favorite stories and lessons from the recent Olympics. We discuss inspiring performances from various athletes, particularly in runni…
371: Avoid Symptom Squashing: Learn to Interpret Your Body's Signs
In Episode 371 of the Real Life Runners podcast, we discuss how our body's symptoms and signs, like pain and discomfort, are often messages that need to be interpreted rather than squashed or ignored…
370: Small Details, Big Impact
What are small details that don’t take a lot of time but make a big difference when done over time? Today we are talking about those things. We draw an analogy to deep cleaning our house, relating it…
369: Stay Safe When Running in the Heat
In this episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we delve into comprehensive strategies for running safely and effectively in the heat. We discuss the science behind heat-related challenges, includi…
368: Are You Running Out of Fear or Love?
In this episode, we delve into the emotional foundation of actions, discussing how all actions are fundamentally driven by emotions, particularly fear and love. We explore how a fear-based approach t…
367: How to Evaluate and Improve Your Running Outcomes
"You either get what you want or the lesson that you need."
In episode 367 of Real Life Runners Podcast, we follow up on last week's discussion about committing to the process by focusing on how to ev…
366: Stop Second Guessing Yourself
Stop Second Guessing Yourself: Embrace Your Running Decisions
In this episode of the Real Life Runners Podcast, we discuss the importance of avoiding second-guessing yourself, particularly in running …