The Wrinkled Runner
Running podcast for new or older runners who want to learn more about how to get started, get better or keep going.
Episodes
93 episodes
Are You Ready to Run a Marathon?
Hi Running Friends!Could you be ready to conquer the iconic marathon distance of 26.2 miles? Discover the essential signs of readiness and explore whether you have what it takes to tackle this physical and mental challenge. I share insi...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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10:50
Off-Season Strategies for Runners: Strength, Form, and Fun with Coach Jen Steele
Can you imagine running without the pressure of hitting a specific pace or mileage? Today, Jen Steele, a certified running coach from California, shares her actionable tips to maintain running fitness, the importance of strength training, and w...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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35:45
Discover The World Through Your Running Shoes
Ever wondered how to keep up with your running routine while enjoying a vacation? Join me on this episode of The Wrinkled Runner podcast as I share my personal experiences of exploring new destinations through the lens of a runner. Reso...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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12:26
Stay in Your Lane: Using a Track for Beginner's
Have you ever found yourself frustrated by walkers in the fast lanes or unsure which lane to use on a running track? This episode will arm you with essential track etiquette tips to enhance your running experience. We'll discuss the importance ...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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13:14
Giving Running Shoes a Final Kick: How Jog On and Sneaker Impact are Making a Difference
How much impact do your old running shoes have on the planet? Tune in to hear the statistics behind running shoe waste and discover how you can make a difference. Join us as we highlight Jog On and Sneaker Impact, two pioneering organizations t...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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7:08
Building a Solid Foundation: Base Building for Runners
Hi Running Friends!Ever wondered how to lay the groundwork for a successful running season? Tune in as I talk about base building, a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of training that can transform your running game, whether you're ju...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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9:37
Cooling Off: Exploring Studies on Cool Downs for Runners
Hi Running Friend! What if everything you thought you knew about cool-downs was wrong? Join me as we discuss the debate within the coaching and running science community about the necessity and effectiveness of cool-downs. Resou...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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11:31
Building Resilience: Why Difficult Runs May Signal a Need to Run More
Hi Running Friend!Today we start Season 8 talking about "bad runs" and differentiating between needing more training versus more rest. We explore why every run doesn't need to feel fantastic and how sometimes running MORE can lead to si...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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9:16
Step by Step: Overcoming Running Hurdles
Hey Running Friends!Struggling to lace up those running shoes with consistency? The internal and external barriers we may have need to be identified, and then we can come up with strategies to overcome them. For older runners, time scar...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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14:58
Sustaining Your Stride with Nutrients the Older Runner Needs
Hi Running Friends! For those of us older runners, there are some nutrients that we need to pay attention to. This episode talks more about what we need in general, rather than running specific fueling, but the same things also enhance ...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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14:36
Running Respectfully When in a Cemetery
Hey Running Friends!As I lace up my running shoes and set out on the tranquil paths of Buffalo's Forest Lawn Cemetery, I can't help but feel surrounded by history. It's a place where the peaceful rest of icons like Rick James and Presid...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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11:11
Finding Your Perfect Race with a Comprehensive Directory: Ahotu
Hey Running Friends! Ever find yourself Googling 'races near me' only to find unorganized chaos? Fret not! In our latest episode, we're unwrapping a gem of a website called Ahotu.com, a one-stop directory for runners, cyclists, triathle...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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6:55
Dynamic vs Static Stretching Insights for Runners
Today's discussion is a dive into stretching's role in running. We tackle the stretching dilemma, armed with research and my own coaching insights. I talk about the shift from static to dynamic stretches, the surprising truths...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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14:09
The Art of Setting Achievable Running Goals
Ever find yourself setting goals that feel more like wishful thinking than concrete targets? In our latest episode, we unravel the secret to crafting SMART goals that will transform your running game. We delve into the art of sett...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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14:43
Conquering the "Don't Feel Like Getting Ready" Excuse: Kickstarting Your Run
Hey Running Friends!Ever wake up to a morning, where the bed's grip seems unbreakable? I utilize some strategies that coax me into my running shoes and out the door, no matter how cozy the blankets are. There's a way...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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14:49
Looking Back at 2023 with the Top 5 Posts Over at The Wrinkled Runner Website
Hey Running Friends! Today is the final looking back episode where I go over the Top 5 blog posts over at The Wrinkled Runner. Resources from the Episode:Using...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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7:11
What Runners are Watching: The Wrinkled Runner Top 5 YouTube Videos from 2023
Hey Running Friends! Today is the second episode of your typical January "insert podcaster, YouTuber, Blogger" here series. I'm talking about the Top 5 YouTube videos from my channel. If you are here because you are a newer or o...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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7:41
What Kept Us Running in 2023? The Top 5 Episodes from The Wrinkled Runner
Hi Running Friends! As we bid farewell to another year, let's "run" through our top five episodes that have kept your earbuds as busy as your running shoes. Starting with the RRCA Start to Run program, I was your virtual running...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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8:09
Inside the Boston Run Show: Meeting Inspiring Runners and Exploring Running
Hey Running Friends! Can you imagine getting a front row seat to the most exhilarating show for runners, coming up this January 27th and 28th in Boston? That's right! As your host and ambassador, I'll be taking you on a thrilling journe...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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11:33
Runners Who Roam: What to Think About when Planning an Out Of Town Race
Hey Running Friends,Today I'm talking about your first out of town race. What do you need to think about and plan for so that when the gun goes off, you are stress free and have everything you need? This podcast episode has the answers!...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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37:01
Run Your Own Race: Don't Let Running Bandwagons Paralyze You
Hey Running Friends,On today's episode I just grabbed the mic and started talking. Seeing how running bandwagons (those new ideas that people throw everything else out the window for) can intimidate runners who aren't researching runnin...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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15:20
Running Faster: Listen to Your Body's Cues for Leveling Up Your Paces
Hey Running Friends,On today's episode I am going over the ways your body may be telling you it is time to start speeding up. Running at the same pace for a long period of time means we are missing out on the opportunity to level up and...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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13:04
Miles and Memories: Running While Away from Home
Hey Running Friends!One of the great joys of being a runner is the ability to run wherever you go. The relative ease of packing up running gear allows you to see things on vacation that a lot of people never see, while keeping up your r...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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19:05
Runners on the Mend: Dave's Journey from Ruptured Achilles to Starting Back to Running
Hi Running Friends,Today I'm interviewing my husband Dave again. He is just getting back to a consistent running program after rupturing his achilles tendon last November falling off a ladder. Coming back from an injury, even if...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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31:22
The Breathless Runner: Navigating Poor Air Quality
Hey Running Friends,Today's talk is about poor air quality, and how to look at it as a runner. I never thought I would have to worry about it living in Buffalo, NY, but these past few months we have had some really bad air from th...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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10:25