Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

Visualization is a mental technique that is a staple for elite runners and superstars like Michael Jordan, Deena Kastor, and Mohammad Ali. 

In this episode, Coach Claire walks you through her exact v…

Do you ever look at other runners, in person or on social media, and think “they are so much faster than me” or “they are real runners, not me”? 

Well, you’re not alone and unfortunately this mindset…

Is race day coming up?  Whether this is your first big race or you're a seasoned vet, this episode will help you be sure that you don’t miss a critical step of your race day prep!

In this episode, yo…

The three weeks before your marathon are critical to your success on race day.  If you do too much, you’ll leave your speed in training.  But if you do too little, you can start losing fitness.

In th…

There is a deep divide among runners about which is the best running shoe and the big super shoes seem to be winning.  Is this because they are better, or is it just clever marketing with a big budge…

How do you KNOW that you are ready to race a marathon?  And not just run it, but race it in your dream goal finishing time?

In this episode you’ll learn…

• The SEVEN key signs that will tell you if yo…

What if you could get faster, stronger, and more mentally sharp despite turning the corner beyond age 40?  It is actually possible.

Now, if you started running in your teens or in your twenties, you …

Running strides will get you fast, fast!

What if we told you that there was a way to get faster, to improve your running form, quicken your feet, better prepare for a race, and have some fun, all in …

Sha'Carri Richardson thought she was going to the Olympic this summer after winning the 100m sprint.  But when she tested positive for THC after the race, she was disqualified.

Like Richardson, sever…

Is a cool down after running really important?  Do you tend to skip your cool down when time is crunched?

Coach Claire Bartholic reveals the the four biggest myths about cool downs, because even if y…

Will running a marathon in high-tech super shoes help you run faster?

Nike made huge headlines when they came out with the Vaporfly series in 2017.  Featuring a new kind of foam and a flexible carbon…

Do you eat before a run?  Should you?  And what should you eat that will fuel your run the best?

Coach Claire Bartholic explores exactly what you should eat before any type of run.  She brings back r…

Sarah Clem is the director of operations and running coach at CHAARG, an organization dedicated to igniting a passion for movement in college women.  

CHAARG stands for Changing Health Attitudes + Ac…

The tempo run is a classic workout for runners. But  what does the word "tempo" really mean?  It can mean different things to different runners and can be done at different paces.

Coach Claire Bartho…

Imagine having the opportunity to train for one of the top marathons in the world with nearly all the advantages of an elite.  You’d have access to world-famous coaches, have top of the line training…

Strength training for runners improves performance and prevents injuries.  But when you love to run, it can be hard to add strength training into your routine, even if you know you should. 

The two m…

Aqua jogging, also known as deep water running, is the most running-specific alternative to land running.  By using a flotation belt which keeps you vertical in the water, you can mimic a land-based …

Finding the time to get in a run, let alone a warm up can be a challenge at times.  But if you are the kind of runner that thinks a little jogging is all you need to warm up, you're going to want to …

In May of 2021, two ultrarunners named David Kilgore and Margot Fleming were invited to a unique event whose only rules are there are no rules and there are no spectators.  In the spirit of Hunter S …

Many runners are guilty of downplaying their running.  If you've ever said, "I'm not a real runner," or have gotten down about your abilities as a runner, this is for you.

We are shifting the negativ…