Running On Om

In this episode we discuss Nate Jenkins, professional runner and math teacher’s running background, from how he began running to his transition to professional running. Nate recounts the 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials Marathon where he ran 2:14, placing seventh and ahead of Olympic silver medalist Meb Keflezighi. Nate discusses his journey with injuries and how yoga has helped him stay injury-free. Lastly, Nate shares what races are ahead for 2014.

In this episode we discuss what drew Sara Courter, holistic healer, writer, and yoga teacher, to her passions. Sara explains her recent blog post on Karma Body, which offers her perspective on Lent. Sara shares on the role of nutrition in her life, from overcoming an eating disorder to being passionate about plant-based recipe creation. Lastly, Sara reveals the peoples that inspire her, from Gandhi to her mother, and what is ahead for 2014.

In this episode, Ryan DeBell, CrossFit athlete, chiropractic doctor, director of Pacific Sports and Spine, and founder of the Movement Fix, discusses his athletics background and how he was first introduced to CrossFit. Ryan shares his thoughts on CrossFit, from the difference between training and competing to what injuries are most common among CrossFit athletes. Ryan discusses he Paleo diet and his relationship with it. Lastly, Ryan reveals whats ahead for 2014 and advice for those interested in trying CrossFit.

Jack Weafer is a life-long athlete, psychotherapist, and author of Sacred Fall, which tells the story about his near-death experience when falling into a 50-foot ravine and his journey to completing a triathlon nine months later. In this episode we discuss Jack’s fall and his experience of coming back to life. Jack shares insight on how to be in the present, from cultivating awareness of one’s breath to letting go of control. Jack discusses his athletics background and his journey training for his last triathlon months after the fall. Jack reveals the power of dreams and how his life has changed since publishing the book.

In this episode we discuss Lucho Wagoneer, endurance-sport coach, accomplished triathlete and ultra runner, and Endurance Planet podcast coach’s background in athletics from playing high school football to his success as a two time All-American in track in college. Lucho shares the highs and lows of racing and training from his most mentally challenging marathons to his most memorable triathlon. Lucho gives the inside scoop about his life now: being a father, avid fisherman, talented cyclist, and sought-after endurance sports coach.

In this episode, we discuss ultrarunner and member of the U.S. Navy, Hannah Robert’s love of running ultras, upcoming races, and how she fits training in while on navy deployment. Hannah shares insight on her self-care practices from her journey with depression to the role of nutrition in her life.

In this episode, we discuss Becky’s running background and her recent win of the 2013 California Marathon. Becky shares the inside scoop on her Watson Fellowship and describes her favorite place she travelled: Ethiopia. Becky offers wise advice for runners based on her experiences with injuries. Lastly, Becky reveals what inspires her outside of running.

In this episode we discuss how musculoskeletal therapist and accomplished runner Phil Wharton overcame scoliosis using the Wharton system, myths on stretching as he explains active isolated flexibility, key advice for runners, and the inside scoop on why he thinks Kenyan runners are so successful.

In this episode we discuss Anya’s inspiration for starting her Golubka food blog, her upcoming cookbook, The Vibrant Table, and the inside scoop on what she eats, when traveling and at home.

In this episode, we discuss we discuss Briohny and Dice’s relationship with yoga, each other, and the upcoming year.

In this episode, we discuss Mary McManus’ healing journey from post polio syndrome, her experience rediscovering running, and the inside scoop on her upcoming memoir.

In this episode, we discuss Tawnee Prazak’s journey into triathlon, being a podcast host of Endurance Planet, and her insight on the benefits of rest, recovery, and nutrition.

In this episode, we discuss Scott Spitz’s background in running, his 2:25 marathon PR, his nineteen-years of being a vegan, and his current journey with stomach cancer.

In this episode, we discuss Avasa and Matty’s meditation and spiritual paths, their diverse musical influences, and their studies with teacher Juan Ruiz Naupari and Pneuma Yoga.

In this episode, we discuss Debbie’s journey with yoga, her passion for Crossfit, teaching yoga to Crossfit athletes with her recent launch of YogiWOD, and her current inspirations, which range from the poetry of Mary Oliver to chanting Kirtan music.