Running on Carbs Podcast
Running on Carbs Podcast is hosted by Coach Val, a wife, empty-nester mom and executive level professional who has a love and passion for helping other driven women pursue their own running goals and plant-based way of eating. We talk about everything running related from training for races to mindset to prepping plant-based meals that fit a busy lifestyle. There are no apologies for loving carbs on this podcast! Yeah, protein is important, and we’ll talk about that too, but carbs are our jam. Although, we do [mainly] focus on the healthy kinds.
Coach Val is a double certified run coach through UESCA and RRCA. She is also a National Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness nutritionist that specializes in plant-based nutrition and Correctional Exercise Specialist.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 64
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Plant-Based Carb Loading: Countdown to Marathon and Fueling On the Go
Want to know what plant-based carb loading for a marathon looks like in real life? Whether you’re traveling by car or by plane, race travel adds a whole new layer of logistics to the carb loading pro…
50th Birthday Marathon Race Recap: Jack & Jill's Downhill Marathon
After 4 months of training and 2 years of recovery from a serious stress facture, join Coach Val as she recaps her triumphant return to the marathon on her 50th birthday.
In this episode, Coach Val d…
Future of Downhill Courses on BQ Times with Jack and Jill Race Series Founder, Lee Ann Yarbor
In episode 62, Coach Val talks with Lee Ann Yarbor, the owner and race director of USA Endurance Events; the host of several popular net-downhill Boston Qualifying race courses, including the Jack an…
Life + Marathon Training = Grace
It’s been a minute since our last podcast episode, but Coach Val is still on track to complete her 50th birthday marathon in 5 weeks. In today’s episode, she talks about what’s been interfering with …
Nutrition Spotlight: Garbanzo Beans (aka Chickpeas)
Get ready for another deep dive into a plant-based nutritional meal staple in episode 60 of the Running on Carbs Podcast.
Discover why garbanzo beans (also called chickpeas) are the ultimate plant-po…
Marathon Month: Tune-up Race Recap: La Jolla 1/2 Marathon
In Episode 59 of the Running on Carbs Podcast, Coach Val continues her dive into "Marathon Month" with a recap of the La Jolla Half Marathon tune-up race.
Learn the benefits of a tune-up race within …
Marathon Month: Peak Long Run - A Comparison of Top Coaching Philosophies
In Episode 58 of the Running on Carbs Podcast, Coach Val continues her dive into "Marathon Month" by exploring one of the most debated topics in marathon training: how far should your peak long run b…
My Intuition Wears Running Shoes: How Marathon Training Connects You to Your Higher Self
Welcome to episode 57 of the Running on Carbs Podcast!
Continuing with Marathon Month, Coach Val takes a different twist on marathon training this week. Listen in as she shares her spiritual journey …
Marathon Month: Are You Ready to Run a Marathon?
Welcome to season 2 of the Running on Carbs Podcast!
This episode kicks off Marathon Month, where we talk all things MARATHON! In episode 56 we start off the month talking about how to know if you’re…
Race Recap: Carlsbad 5000 & Celebrating 1 Year Pod-aversary!
In this special anniversary episode, we're celebrating TWO milestones: one year of the podcast AND one year back to running after injury! Join Coach Val for a detailed recap of the 2024 Carlsbad 5000…
Nutrition Spotlight: Blueberries
In episode 54, Coach Val delves into the nutritional powerhouse that is the humble yet mighty blueberry. Discover why these tiny berries pack such a powerful punch for plant-based runners.
What You'l…
Is Self-Care Selfish? Balancing Running and Relationships Without Losing Yourself
In this thought-provoking episode, we tackle the challenging question many runners face: "Is your running habit selfish?" We explore:
- The emotions that surface when someone labels your running as "s…
50th Birthday Marathon: Training Breakdown and Take-Aways
It’s story time! Follow along with Coach Val’s journey toward her 50th birthday marathon! She’s just 10 days into a 140-day plan, and there is already so much to share and learn.
In episode 52, Coach…
Plant-Based Dictionary: Key Terms for Beginners
Confused by tempeh, nutritional yeast, or what exactly makes something "whole food plant-based"?
In episode 51, Coach Val breaks down the terminology that every plant-based newbie (and veteran) needs…
Nutrition Spotlight: Sweet Potatoes
In episode 50 of the Running on Carbs Podcast, Coach Val spotlights the humble yet powerful sweet potato and its remarkable benefits for plant-based runners.
Discover why sweet potatoes provide ideal…
Biohack Your Running Performance: Low-Risk Biohacks and Lifewave X39 Trial
In Episode 49, I share exciting news about my new training journey and explore various biohacking techniques to enhance running performance and recovery.
After experiencing a stress fracture during m…
Masters Running & Lower Cross Syndrome: How to Identify and Correct this Common Imbalance
Are you a female runner over 40 juggling desk work with your training?
Episode 48 dives into the hidden impact of prolonged sitting on your running performance, specifically addressing Lower Cross Sy…
Nutrition Spotlight: Arugula
Welcome to the second episode of our Nutrition Spotlight Series. This week, Coach Val dives into the health and performance benefits of arugula.
Meal Prep Calendar: https://mailchi.mp/2a897318a3f6/me…
So Many Races, So Little Time: Executing a Multi-Race Plan
Want to tackle multiple races this season but not sure how to plan for success? Episode 46 breaks down how to effectively train for and execute a multi-race strategy while staying healthy and hitting…
The Sacred Long Run: 3 Key Variables to Transform Your Weekly Ritual
The long run is the calling card of the distance runner. It’s the capstone running workout of the week, and many runners wear their weekly long run distance as a badge of honor. It stands for a culmi…