RMR Training Podcast

Nell Rojas is a professional marathon runner, Triathlete, OCR athlete, and endurance coach. Nell has been a high performer and finished top ten in the Olympic Marathon Trials this February. During the episode we cover:The kind of mental preparation to compete for your best during a high stakes race.Different nutrition tactics for endurance performance.How to use plyos and strength training to improve your consistency as a runner. Follow Nell @nell_rojas_running and rojasrunning.comFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

HHMC talks about ways for the OCR athlete to handle the officially canceled season. We talk about:How different levels of athletes can navigate training.The safe way you can handle volume and intensity.Training to maintain and build your progress.If you should focus on volume or intensity.Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Natalie Miano - is a Spartan pro team member and coach who finished on the podium during the only Spartan US National Series in Jacksonville. So we do a deep dive on how she has prepared herself to level up in performance The mindset of the pros during COVID.How to navigate the stages of injuries and create positive distractions.Follow Natalie on IG @ocrmommy and a https://www.mgb-racing.com/Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

This week we talk about the potential to improve your overall speed without doing fast running workouts. We go in-depth on some possible gym-based workouts and the results you can expect. You might be surprised. Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Matt Rock is a Spartan Pro athlete and full-time dad with a full-time job Matt came into competitive running in his 30s and did not find instant success. He made the decision to dedicate himself to the craft so that he could be competitive. Eventually, he found himself in OCR where now at 40 he is one of the top competitors in the world. Touting the second place in the Spartan Mountain series in 2019. During the episode we talk about: The process of coming into elite running later in life. How to harness a competitive mindset from previous athletic endeavors. How to deliver a positive message to his kids through training and racing. Follow Matt on IG @matt.rock.summitFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Today we sit down and talk about the two most applicable gym movements for OCR performance...the deadlift and the pull-up. During the episode we cover:Proper form and technique so you can make strength gains.Progression and regressions for each movement. How to implement strength progressions when getting back to the gym.Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Corrine Malcolm is a professional ultra runner and coach with a degree in Environmental physiology. She drops on the podcast for a deep dive in the following:How to train and race well in the heat. The best ways to consider your personal hydrationWhat to do about exercised induced crampsFollow Corrine on IG @corrinemalcolm, twitter @corrinemalcolm and at Trainright.comFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Rebecca Hammond is a professional OCR athlete, medical doctor, and entrepreneur. She is one of the highest performers in the sport of OCR and has emerged as a thought leader for the sport. In the episode we talk about:How to overcome injuryHow to handle the highs and lows of racing and trainingAnd how finding your life's way makes things easier.Follow Rebecca on IG @becchamm and https://rebeccaminghammond.com/Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on Facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Dr. Tim Silvestri is a Professor of Psychology who has developed a system to help athletes improve their mental performance.During the episodes, we talk about his performance model for athletes and he dives deeper to explain how you can work it into your training.We talk about:How to connect your aspirations to something bigger than yourself.The common thread that top performers share. Why you need to commit proper time to create the wanted adaption. Follow Tim on IG @timsilvestri and on FacebookFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

There are a lot of ways to set up a good plan - but you should adhere to a few principles to ensure you are ready for your "A" race. Where to start when deciding your season goals. Specific progressions and periodization to set up for your key race.Conjugate method for OCR?Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Aaron Newell is one of the top OCR athletes in the game. In 2019 He finished 3rd in Sweden for Spartan Ultra World Champs and he finished 4th overall in Tahoe. He recently ran the FKT on the Adirondacks Great Range Traverse.In the episode, we talk about Why it is crucial to gain experience for ultra eventsWhat you can do to harness a killer mindset The importance of listening to your body and bouncing back from injuries. Follow Aaron on IG @aaronnewell93Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Fat loss is a touchy subject for endurance athletes - but at a point, it will help your performance. We tackle the topic it gives you actionable steps to safely improve your performance through losing fat. We talk about, How to find your fat loss targets for calories and macrosExpectations and traps of dieting. Common setbacks are red flags and how to overcome them. Get a free copy of our Macros Calculator for Endurance here Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Derek Yorek is a highly accomplished athlete and coach. Derek is a 3-time collegiate All-American, Professional Triathlete, and is now a member of the Spartan pro team. During the We talk about the transition from Tri to OCR How to define coaching. And what runners can expect out of Dekafit and Hyrox.Follow Derek on IG @YorekfitFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Josh and Rich do a deep dive into how to build strength and endurance using kettlebells. Including:How to appropriately execute the kettlebell swing How to start and scale the kettlebell movements. Why you need to do Turkish get-ups should be doing them. Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Brain Gowiski is one of the best OCR athletes and is a jack of all trades. We dig into what sets him apart from other competitors and we touch on a few topics such as:How to systematically attack your weakness so that you can perform your best on race day. How to use heart rate data to better understand your training.how to approach race day with a mindset to compete against the best of the best.Follow Brian on IG: @bgowiskiFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Today we talk about running and preparing for Ultra events for obstacle course racing. Including:How to increase volume in a sustainable way.What kind of intensity you should look to add to your trainingAnd the mentality of running a 24 hours race. Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Johnny Luna-Lima is an OCR athlete and coach who had a massive leap last season and in this episode, we talk about the habits that led him to this point. In this episode we talk about:We talk about how to progressively improve your downhill runningThe best way to tackle weaknesses for better performanceAnd how your ego can be your worst enemy in training.Follow Johnny on IG @JohnnylunalimaFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

We do a deep dive on hydration and how to prepare for the heat.We talk about:The best way to balance nutrients during exercise to avoid gut bombs. How to know when and how much do drink. Some supplements that help you stay hydrated. Follow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

We throw one from the archives at you today. Strength training for runners can move the needle for how to improve your ability to sustain more training. Listen in to learn how you can implement strength training into your own program. Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running YouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Cassidy Nicholas (Watton) is the program director for Epic Interval Training, professional OCR athlete, and new mother. We do a deep dive into training philosophy and how to apply the Epic principles. In the episode we cover:How to use interval training for a well-balanced fitness. The number one piece of training equipment and how to use it. Her personal fitness journey through pregnancy and postpartum. Follow Cassidy on IG @EpiccassidyFollow along Reinforced Running Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereYouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Josh and Rich take on the topic of running form and how you can become a more efficient runner. Plus how a ketogenic diet can affect strength gains in womanGet your free Running Form Ebook @ https://www.reinforcedrunning.com/running-form-ebook/Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running YouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Mark Batres is fresh off of a win in 12-hour ORM UltraVirus race.During the episode we talk about:In race strategy and how to navigate a long effort.Nutrition and how to keep fueling for a 12-hour event.Post-race recovery methods so you can keep on moving. And a few other pro tips that can really help you out if you are planning on doing the next ORM race at the end of May. Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running YouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Taylor Turney is a Spartan Pro athlete and an endurance coach with Redox Running and Yancy camp.With a specialty of mountain running we chat about: Strategically improving your agility for better downhill running.How to manage your load for training your uphills without losing your speed and running economy. How to balance your strength training and mountain running to improve your performance. Follow Taylor on IG @tridgerunner and at Redox RunningMore from Reinforced RunningApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running YouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on Facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Josh and Rich do their weekly installment of HHMC to cover a wide range of training topics.This week we talk about: How to improve your distance pace for a longer duration using heart rate and progressionGet stronger without a gym session while at home. OCR benchmarks we use to determine our fitness.Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running YouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Taylor Kruse is Co-founder of Kruse Elite is a performance and wellness coach with a focus on elite human performance. Kruse Elite has a distinct style with a focus on many elements that you may be ignoring. Their coaching has produced some of the best results by a few of the top pro athletes in OCR.During the episode we cover:The number one mobility movements that runners need to do and when to do it. Why over-breathing can lead to poor performance and how to fix it.How visual and coordination training is the missing piece for athletics and how to improve.Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running YouTube - Reinforced RunningIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

This week Josh and Rich talk about some of the best methods they have used to help improve their performance. Then we do a deep dive into how to create positive and break negative nutrition habits. Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running: Youtube - Reinforced Running IG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Jack Carpenter is a spartan pro, OCR/Tri coach, facility owner, and Co-host of OCR Audio, based out of Suffolk, England. He has a ton of enthusiasm and energy for the sport and endurance in general and he drops some gems: We touch on a few things that have never come up on the show in the past.We cover a lot on this episode including:Best practices to hit your spear throw. Mental games for memory and how they can improve performance.The real reason you need accountability in your training.Follow Jack @jackcarpentercoaching and @OCR_Audio or his website https://jackcarpenter.co.uk/Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

There are a lot of things you can add to your recovery routine. They are backed by a ton of marketing and promises as a way to help you bounce back quicker. But do they work?If they do - which ones should you use and what is worth the money? Josh and Rich give you their favorite evidence-based methods as well as some of their own anecdotal experience. The episode covers:Soft tissue mobility and what to expect when choosing between foam rolling and other methods like scrapping and cupping. How to use heat and cold exposure to boost performance And how you can use a variety of recovery methods. Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Samuel Hebert is a Spartan pro, gym owner, and trained kinesiologist Sam has a ton of hands-on experience working with athletes and the general population on how to implement better habits to improve wellness. He is one of the best OCR athletes in Canada and the world as he lives and trains out of Montreal, Quebec In this episode we talk about:How to overcome the most common mistake runners make. Best way to progress your endurance, grip, and race specificity over the course of the year.If an altitude mask will actually help your training.Follow Sam on social @the.modern.superhero or their website @ https://santek5s.com/Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

This week Ried and Rich talk about overtraining syndrome and how to balance recovery days in your training. We touch on our own personal experience as athletes and how we administer recovery and prevent overtraining for the athletes we coach. We cover:What causes overtraining and how to avoid it. The steps you can take in your training to make sure you recover from your efforts.How to properly implement recovery days into your training plan.Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Timmie Brann is a gym owner, coach, and Spartan Pro. Timmie’s gym “Hybrid house” and online coaching “Brannd performance” serves athletes who want to train hard to find their potential.In this episode we cover:Why you should be gentle with yourself during a stressful time.How to follow your authentic goals to get results. Practical ways to improve your OCR performance at home.Follow Timmie on IG @branndperformance and @hybridinthehouse or on the web at http://www.hybridhouse.co/ and https://www.branndperformance.com/Follow along Reinforced Running Learn more about one-on-one Coaching hereIG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Josh and I have both taken our lumps on the mountains and we have worked hard to improve our climbing skills - so today we talk about how. This episode of HHMC we talk about:The specific workouts and exercises we have done to improve our climbing. Details about the fundamentals of strength training for OCR.Workout challenges and why you should not do them. Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG Rich - @reinforced_running_rich & Josh @Ja_shua_ried Twitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on Facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Market Gaudet is a Spartan Pro Team member and an Army Ranger. Mark is fresh off 7th place finish in the first stop in the Spartan US National Series in Jacksonville and is poised for a huge year. Mark has a wide-ranging background including a collegiate basketball player and completed the Best Ranger competition. He also has a top 5 finish at Worlds Toughest Mudder and was top 15 in Spartan WC in 2019. So he is physically and mentally as tough as anyone. In the episode we cover:How to prepare for a 24+ hour event with a full time a jobWhy you need to do something hard every day.And how to balance your strengths and attack weaknesses. Follow Mark on IG @markgaudet85Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Josh and Rich bring back another HHMC.This week they cover the following: Protein intake for the endurance athleteThe best ways to improve your sleep to maximize your recovery.The best pieces of fitness equipment and movements.Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running: IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Jesse Bruce is a Toronto based pro-OCR athlete and co-owner of a successful gym in Ontario called One Academy. Who drops on to talk about how to keep things moving. The fitness space is getting hit hard with Covid19, but Jesse is full of authentic passion and optimism. We talk about: What it’s like for the gym owner in the current situation. How doing hard physical things will prepare you for hard mental things.Effective and balanced at-home workouts that will make you more fitFollow Jesse on IG @oa_jbruce and https://oneacademylife.com/Apply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Ried and Rich (HHMC) are back at your think week as we deep dive training topics. First, we touch on what is more beneficial for your 5k time - short sprints or long slow distance.Then we go into our favorite stress management solutions. And finally how to shirt perspective during this time without racesFollow us on IG @ja_shua_ried and @reinforced_running_richHit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Yancy Culp is one of the most influential coaches and athletes in OCR. Yancy has a ton of ideas and takes action to bring them to life for the OCR community. He is full of passion and positivity and he is guaranteed to light a fire under your a$$. Yancy jumps on the episode to talk about, How we are going to see a separation in the athletes who will excel in the future and those who will flounder during the COVID19 outbreak and how you can be on the right side of the separation.How to keep yourself fit and motivated with the help of some fitness challenges. How to prepare for Dekafit and how to train for the pain cave.Follow Yancy at yancycamp.com and at @yancycampoffical and @yancyculp on IG.Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Josh Riedinger is back again!We will continue to brining you special episodes of the Reinforced Running Podcast and we do a deep dive on a few topicsIncluding :How to get past performance plateaus. Carb timing and how you can use it.The workouts that will help you to get faster at a 5k.Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Cali Schweikhart is an endurance coach and Spartan pro team member who has been very proactive in helping the community stay fit during the COVID-19 outbreak. She has also teamed up with Spartan race and the #beunbreakable campaign as well as the Endurance Project to help spread her message. She drops on the episode today to teach you:Some fun challenges to keep things fresh while you train without any races coming up.Why you need to learn about your personal mindset and how to customize your training approach from it. We even touch on her personal nutrition journey toward the end of the episode that has a lot of value.Follow Cali on IG @cschweik and at her coaching website https://cs4training.com/.Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Josh Riedinger is an OCR elite athlete and coach who stops on the podcast today to chat about mountain adventures and how we plan to keep our gains during the Covid-19 outbreak.We cover:Best at home grip training methods.How to keep your endurance when you are stuck inside without a treadmill.And fun ways to challenge your friends. Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Jay Ohare ultra-endurance athlete and CEO of Venga CBD.CBD has been shown to improve recovery time for endurance athletes, so many athletes have jumped onboard when using CBD to supplement their training.But, there is a lot of noise and information around CBD that it makes it hard to know what to look for and what you are getting. So Jay O’hare comes on the episode to help clear things up for us.We cover:How to truly know the correct dosage of your product. How CBD can reduce your recovery time. What sets CBD companies apart from each other.Follow Venga @vengacbd on IG and at their website vengacbd.comHit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

With canceled races across the world, there is a lot of uncertainty about how to train for your goals. It's hard to know what to do and how to adjust your plan for the rest of the year. Ian and Rich sit down to talk some practical ways you can adjust your training and mindset so Covid-19 does not sabotage your 2020.So in this episode, we talk Race plan logistics and how to adjust things accordingly to keep your goals.How to maintain your focus and reduce doubt.And most importantly we talk about how to train your mind to perform well under any circumstance. Follow Ian on IG @ocr_hosekHit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Matt Liptak is a Spartan Pro and OCR Coach who has a wealth of knowledge. He is as well-read and has done as much research as anyone I know on the sport for OCR. We need coaches like Matt who will experiment with his training with the goal of developing practical training for the OCR athletes. In this episode we cover:How to systematically create a workout routine with a limited time budget. Why training for speed can be as effective as training for absolute strength when it comes to performance. Some errors that many. I mean many OCR athletes are committing and some proper alternatives to these methods.Follow Matt on IG @zebramanrunsHit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

This Rich and John take on the big topic of speed work. It seems that most people know that speed work will help you get faster but there is a lot of nuance for how to implementing speed work into a training plan.In the episode they cover:How to implement speed into the different stages of your training cycleHow to know the correct target pace for your speed workWhy training for speed for a road race is different from OCR.Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Ashely Heller is a Spartan Pro, a coach, and a wearer of many hats. Ashley is also a deep thinker about the sport and has a ton of great insight into performance. We do a deep dive in the mental aspect of training which Ashely has spent a ton of time honing in her own practice and helping the athletes she coaches. In this episode we talk about: Mental training tactics for better performance Why you need a broad plan that is adaptable.And how to systematically work on your weaknesses.Follow Ashley on IG @ashmillost22Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Nick Ryker who is a Spartan Pro Team athlete and running coach. Nick has developed himself into one of the best racers in the world through trial and error. Things did not come easy to Nick in OCR but he has learned some different methods for training through his ups and downs and has a wealth of knowledge from his experience. In this episode we talk about: Tips for how to properly hit your recovery days. Why you need to test and experiment with your own training to get the best results. How aggressive racing can lead to good results - eventually. Follow Nick on ig @nryker5 Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Dylan Miraglia is an Elite OCR athlete and a strength and conditioning coach. He writes and implements workouts for some of the best OCR athletes in the literal world. And he has a ton of knowledge to share about how you can improve your strength training gains In the episode we talk about:How to properly train to develop dynamic strength The big mistakes that OCR athletes make in the gym. How to use different variations and strength equipment to avoid training plateau. Follow Dylan on IG @DylanmiragliaHit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Corinna Coffin is a Registered Dietician, nutrition coach, and a professional OCR athlete who has been ripping up courses of all distances since 2015. As an athlete, she placed second at Spartan World Championships in 2015, First in TMX in 2017, and was the winner of the 2019 Spartan Stadion series. Professional Corinna works as an RD and nutrition coach who works with OCR athletes. She has teamed up with Yancy Camp to offer an in-depth nutrition coaching product that will take your results to the next level.So we do a deep dive on nutrition, and we get some great takeaways including:How different Macronutrients affect your performance and how to balance themThe nutrition need for different event distances How to sift through all the information available for nutrition.And we touch on what to expect for Dekafit. Follow Corinna on IG @cscoffin13 and head to her coaching page at https://www.yancycamp.com/nutrition-plans/.Learn more about coaching program Northeast OCR athletes preparing for Tri-state Beast here.Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Faye Stenning and Jess O’Connell are childhood friends who grew up to be mega athletes. Faye is the most winningest female Spartan athlete in the last decade, and Jess is a Canadia Olmplyian in the 5k.Along with their athletic accomplishments, both Faye and Jess have established themselves as high-level fitness professionals through Faye’s Kinesiology Degree and experience as a personal trainer and Jess has a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology. They have teamed up to form a coaching company called Grit Coaching. During the episode, we do a deep dive into Grit’s philosophy and how they are helping OCR athletes and runners with a unique approach.In the episode, we talk about Why a templated coaching service is less than optimal for athletes. Some mental training tips that Jess and Faye use to improve their performance. And how to use a pre-run strength training to reduce injuries.Follow them on IG @grit_coaching, @jessmoconnell, and @fayestenning_ocr or at their website www.gritcoaching.netHit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

Tim Silvestri is a licensed Psychologist who has been doing work on the mindset of performance. In doing so he has developed a 4 part model to address what he believes is an emerging paradigm shift based on some recent discoveries in areas like neuroscience, nuero-biomechanics, and behavioral economics.Tim is also one of the best 50+ Spartan age group athletes in the sport as he has established himself as one of the top racers in the Northeast region by racking up wins in 2019. In this episode we talk about:Why you should embrace failure A goal setting technique you can apply to your own seasonAnd how your true aspirations will lead to your best results Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster