Geeks in Running Shoes

Episode 69 – They Call it “Swoggling”

jasonmkehl — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:04:23 +0000

The Joggler

Running + Juggling = Joggling. That is how Perry Romanowski (@thejoggler) rolls! Welcome to Episode 69! This week, download here, we welcome Perry from from JustYourAverageJoggler.com to chat with us. Perry is that guy that you have seen running the Chicago Marathon juggling three sacks and having a good time. He stops by the show to tell us how he got into joggling and how it is (and will always be) the sport of the future.

We talk about growing sport of Joggling and how this light hearted way of accomplishing great feats is catching on across the world. It goes to show that you can make running that much more fun! Check out his website. It has some great articles for runners and jogglers alike, for instance Nighttime Joggling Tips!

Until next time, leave feedback on iTunes, email questions and comments to feedback [at] GeeksInRunningShoes [dot] com or just ‘like us’ on facebook! Also follow us on Twitter, Jason (@guttocutwl) and Ray (@adeyemiking).

Peace!

Episode 68 – Oblinkin!

jasonmkehl — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 07:07:14 +0000

Welcome to Episode 68! This week, download here, Geeks talk with Pete Larson (@Oblinkin), our resident shoe/form expert from Runblogger.com. Pete is a well accomplished runner (and a modest one at that) who also happens to be a scientist! This week’s discussion revolved around the ‘holy war’ between barefoot/minimalist and ‘heeled’ shoe runners. Pete does a good job of explaining the minimalism “spectrum” as well as mention the similarities, and differences in running over the years – interestingly enough, that is part of the content of the book he is co-authoring scheduled to be released this summer. Oh, and check out some pictures of Pete’s lab from a Runner’s World photo shoot.

We are also playing with the idea of creating weekly fitness challenges for our listeners. These hopefully will be simply yet challenging fitness goals for all us to try to achieve as we all work towards our collective goal of fitness in 2012. Let us know what you think about this idea.

Peace!

Episode 67 – Happy 2012!

jasonmkehl — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 07:04:13 +0000

It’s a new year!! Happy 2012 everybody. This episode, (download here) the Geeks talk about their new year’s resolutions, goals, or whatever you would like to call it. It’s a leap year so we’ll all have 1 extra day to make sure we hit these goals, right?

Anyway, both Jason and Ray set the standard improved fitness goal. That is, both are going to make an effort to improve their overall fitness rather than just increased running distances at a faster pace. This means, there will be a lot more weight lifting, cycling, swimming, and other forms of fitness activities as the year goes by. Therefore, this year the show is going to focus on more than just running. Guests with backgrounds from other fitness activities will hopefully come on the show and share their stories.

We hope that you will join us as we go through 2012 and accomplish our goals together. At least until the Mayan calendar runs out

Peace!

Episode 66 – A Show About Nothing

jasonmkehl — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:01:51 +0000

This episode, (download here) the Geeks are still alive. This is audio proof.

Peace!

Episode 65 – Jeremy and Golden from Altra Running

jasonmkehl — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 07:29:17 +0000

This episode, (download here) the Geeks are happy to chat with Jeremy and Golden, the co-founders of the Altra Running Company (@AltraZeroDrop) based out of Utah. The guys come on the show to talk about the genesis of their popular running show company as well as give us a back story about their running, which they are awesome at by the way. For instance, Golden’s marathon time of 2:45 at the age of 12 is still a world’s best for that age.

These guys have been working in the running speciality store arena for most of their lives and were really pioneers of the zero drop running shoe movement even before the popularity of Christopher McDougall’s Born to Run. On this episode, they share their stories, talk about their motivation for running in zero drop shoes, and most importantly educate us on the typical path of transition to a zero drop shoe.

Also, they were really generous to offer an exclusive discount for GiRS listeners this week (December 4th, 2011 through December 11th, 2011) on their website - www.altrazerodrop.com. Use the discount code “ALTRAGIRS12” when you checkout and you will automatically receive 15% off of your order. We thank the guys over at Altra for hooking us up with this offer. When you get a chance, please reach out to them on Twitter (@AltraZeroDrop) and spread the love.

Peace!

Episode 64 – Return of the Rainmaker

jasonmkehl — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:03:27 +0000

This episode, (download here) the Geeks are happy to chat with Ray (@dcrainmakerblog) about great gift ideas for the endurance athlete this holiday season. Ray, who writes in depth reviews of endurance sports gear over at DCRainMaker.com, is a triathlete and a rabid consumer sports gear that he reviews.

Regardless of whether you are a new or advance runner, a triathlete, or just looking for gear for your daily fitness goals, Ray covers his recommendations for what to look for this holiday season. By the way, if you would like some more information on the gear you heard on this episode, check out check out Ray’s 2011 Sports Technology Recommendation post.

Now that is a geek!

Below is a list of the devices that were discussed on the show. Click on each link to view Ray’s review of the device.

Running watches:
Garmin Forerunner 210
Timex Run Trainer
Motorola Motoactv
Garmin Forerunner 610
Garmin 310XT (currently has a $50 rebate!)

Cycling Computers:
Garmin EDGE 500
Garmin EDGE 800

Swimming
FINIS swim
Garmin 910XT

General fitness
Zeo
Withings Wifi Scale
Garmin GT110
Wahoo Fitness Key
Jawbone UP
An Ant+ Phone (Sony Ericcson Xperia Active)

Hopefully, you got some ideas on what gear you want this off season. Happy shopping

Peace!

Episode 63 – Paul Ingraham from SaveYourself.ca

jasonmkehl — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:02:17 +0000

Image courtesy of SaveYourself.ca

This week (download here) the Geeks are excited to be talking with Paul Ingraham (@PainfulTweets) from SaveYourself.ca. Paul, a former Licensed Massage Therapist, writes extensively on the science of aches, pains, and injury. He has authored 8 books on various topics dealing with common sports related injuries such as ITBS, Plantar Fasciitis, and Shin Splints.

Paul discusses his approach to injuries and uses Raymond’s ITBS issues to explain and debunk popular notions on this topic. His views on treatments for ITBS such as Foam rolling, Stretching, icing etc… are quite interesting. If you are interested in learning more about Paul’s writings on the ITBS issue, check out his book on ITBS, “Save Yourself from IT Band Syndrome.”

Peace!

Episode 62 – Coach Jeff from PRSFit

jasonmkehl — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:08:21 +0000

This week (download here) the Geeks are excited to be talking once again to Raymond’s coach from PRS-Fit, Jeff (@coachprs).

Coach Jeff is always a good source of information and his plan has truly helped Raymond progress as much as he has this year. If you would like to learn more about him or get in contact with him, check out his weekly podcast “Train with the Coaches” available on iTunes.

Peace!

Pictures from Rock n Roll St. Louis

jasonmkehl — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 23:20:49 +0000

Here are some pictures from RnR St Louis. I only look like death in a few of them.

http://www2.brightroom.com/81838/15368

Episode 61 – Jason runs St. Louis!

jasonmkehl — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:33:01 +0000

This week, download here (tagged explicit), the guys recap the Rock N Roll St Louis Marathon which Jason completed today!! Jason talks about how his day went as we talk through his first marathon.

Peace!