Running on Carbs Podcast

You’ve trained for months, and you want to show up at the starting line of your race confident and prepared. What is the one thing you can do to hit the turbo boost button on your confidence gauge?

P…

You know that strength training will make you a stronger runner, but you can’t stand the gym. No problem!

Ditch the gym and use these 10 simple pieces of equipment to make you a stronger, more durabl…

Why is running good for you? If you answered that it develops fitness and builds a strong body, then you’re sorely mistaken. Although running certainly builds fitness, building strong bodies wouldn’t…

A plant-based kitchen looks like any other kitchen, but there are some essential tools that make eating a plant-based diet easier and more versatile.

In this episode, Coach Val covers four essential …

Training for and running a half marathon is a goal for many runners. It’s an ideal distance; long enough to require training, challenging enough to see continuous improvement as you gain experience a…

We’re celebrating for the second week in a row! This week, Coach Val is celebrating her 7-year Veganniversary, which is the anniversary of when she went vegan and adopted a plant-based lifestyle.

The…

It’s Coach Val’s birthday week! She’s another year closer to the big 5-0 and excited about the prospects ahead of her.

Join Coach Val this week for a slightly different kind of episode where she pull…

The mental side of racing and training is often neglected.

The old adage, “Running is 90% mental and the rest is physical” still gets bantered around but there is little substance to make it useful i…

Are any (or all) of these 5 running mistakes impacting your running performance?

All of us succumb to training errors at some point. If you didn’t, you wouldn’t be human. However, repeating the same …

Pound for pound, spices are the most nutrient rich food on the planet. These power-packed plants have been the focus of world travel, discovery and even wars between nations.

Lauded for their medicin…

Is your cellphone ruining your running form? Headache after a run? Stiff neck or sore shoulders? It could be undertrained muscles.

Do you find yourself

• Looking down while running

• Tensing your should…

We’ve all been there; lack of motivation, low energy, can’t seem to drag ourselves out of the house even when we really love to run. So, what can be causing this lack of motivation and where did your…

Navigating and understanding nutrition labels as a plant-based athlete does not have to be confusing or overwhelming.

This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val, she shares a mini…

You’ve graduated from physical therapy after an injury. Hooray! But, you’re on your own to advance your training and return to your previous running fitness. Now what? Where do you start while also a…

Want to know the secret to running faster over longer distances without burning out?

This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val covers everything you need to know about these fun,…

You know that eating a plant-based diet is good for your overall health, but did you know that your diet also gives you an advantage in training and racing?

During this episode, Coach Val discusses w…

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. The information in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. If you have a medical concern or potential injury, you should seek a…

Don’t let your cousin’s wedding or that work meeting derail you from your plant-based, athletic lifestyle. It’s just one event, but a gal’s gotta eat! Coach Val has 5 tips for you when attending spec…

Don’t call an introverted runner shy! More than likely they are highly intelligent, driven, and focused individuals. In this episode, Coach Val discusses the two camps of runners; solo and social run…

Race travel is more popular than ever and traveling for marathons and races doesn’t have to be hard just because you follow a plant-based diet. This episode shares tips for fueling your travels and r…