Martha Runs The World Podcast

#146 - This week is an update to my pre surgery update. I go over what happened right before I checked into the hospital, as well as what happened during my lovely stay there and how I'm progressing. The CPMC hospital I was at is top notch and did an incredible job! Don't miss Tales of the Trail, where I give the results for the Quicksilver 100k, as well as some other news in the world of running this week. For all information discussed on the show, please visit the website: www.martharunstheworld.com if you have a race report you'd love to send to me, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com  

#145 - In this year's Haunted Running Trails Halloween episode, I focus specifically on Yosemite. There's plenty of haunted tales and legends to fill up an entire show! Yosemite is an incredible place to visit. It's the perfect place to get away from the city, to camp, to hike, trail run and just to explore the majesty of nature. But there is lots of history there as well. The Miwok Native Americans have tales I share, as well as other stories that have been passed along through the ages. All the links for for the show are on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com if you have any questions or want to send me a race report, please do! Tales on the Trail will return next week! Send your stories to: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#144 - This week, the episode is a bit shorter as I'm giving you a brief update of what's going on right now. I'm in the hospital with my hip replacement surgery! I'll be out soon and shortly I'll be back out on the road, pain free! It's been a long time coming and I am so happy! Stay tune for so much to be happening on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com and throughout all of social media! Please email with well wishes or comments or your own race updates for Tales on the Trail to: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#143 - Sooner or later, most of us will be DFL in a race. So, what is DFL? In running, the term means Dead F**king Last. It used to be the worst thing in the world to be last, but connotations have changed over the years and it's not so bad anymore. In fact, with the rise of Backyard races, it's the best thing! This week, I talk about DFLs and why the Back of the Pack has the most fun and why you shouldn't stress so much over being slower than the elites. I also talk about the seemingly endless problems with this year's Marine Corp Marathon in Tales of the Trail and I go over what the show will be with my upcoming surgery. The future is bright! For all links and info, please go to the show website at: www.martharunstheworld.com to send your race reports, comments and well wishes, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#142 - One of my favorite past times is watching trail running YouTube videos. I found Jeff Pelletier while looking for decent trail running videos. Jeff not only makes great videos but he runs them while filming, and he runs pretty fast. This is not the easiest thing to do, but somehow, he makes it look easy. He lives in Vancouver and he has a rich variety of trails to choose from for his daily trail runs. He talks to us about his films, his races, including the Tour de Geants and what lies ahead. And you will want to watch his adventures after this episode! In Tales of the Trail, I go over the finals in four past races and that includes past guests on the show! I'm so happy for them! All links for Jeff and the races mentioned in Tales are on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com to send me your race report or for comments or questions, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#141 - Getting through an injury of three months or more without losing your mind takes some skill and we each need help learning those skills. I give you some help if you need it should that day arise. Never fear, we will run again! Also, in Tales of the Trail, I talk about the changes and problems of three races. All links and information for everything talked about are on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com to send me your race reports, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com

#140 - Esmail Rahimian has a lot of frequent flier miles! We're talking thousands! He's run a race on every continent and he's here this week to talk about it. He shares stories from many of his races in his book: Life Lessons on the Run: Making Every Step Count. Through his races, he shares important moments in his life. His pursuit to explore all corners of the Earth is engaging and is something each runner can understand. Don't miss Tales of the Trail when I talk about two races as well as a training report from a listener! All information from the episode can be found on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com if you want to send me your own race report, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com  

#139 - Love it or hate it, social media is a part of our lives as runners. This week, I talk about it all. How it helps us stay in touch and share our running journeys, and how it deters from making real friends. Also, don't miss this week's Tales of the Trail where I give my own race report! As always, all the information and links are available on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com to get in contact with me, to send a race report or for comments or questions, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#138 - Gerald Tabios is drawn to Death Valley and he's not even sure why. But this is his favorite race. Badwater 135 brings shudders to most runners, but for him, it is like a frienamy; he loves and dislikes this race. It's forever challenging, even though he's finished it numerous times. In this weeks episode, he talks about his adventures in the hottest place on Earth, as well as his other races and plans for the future. We also talk about the documentary made about his 2018 Badwater race: Running For Freedom. He's a remarkable runner and spokesperson for all those running ultras on pavement! Also, don't miss Tail of the Trail where I give the finals for the Lake Sonoma 50, as well as a special announcement! All information for everything talked about this week can be found on the podcast website: www.martharunstheworld.com to contact me, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#137 - "I probably shouldn't be alive" Alyson told me. She's made peace with her turbulent and near deadly past, but it took a lot of time, self reflection and honesty to get there. She talks about her love of 100 mile ultra races, peaking the tall mountains, her book On My Way Up and so much more! I very much enjoyed hearing her story and her long road of self discovery. All information, including information about UTMB from Tales of the Trail, can be found on my website: www.martharunstheworld@gmail.com if you want to contact me, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com

#136 - Tony Nguyen has a story to tell in this week's episode. Tony tells us what happened during his race in this May's Western States race. Sometimes things don't go as planned and I know you'll want to hear every word! Tony's spirit and Never-Say-Die attitude comes through as always. He continues to be an inspiration for me and I hope for you. All information for everything mentioned on the show can be found on the website at: www.martharunstheworld.com To contact me, my email is: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#135 - There would be no running races without volunteers. And now that races are coming back, it's time for us to switch into high gear and help out. Small racing companies were some of the hardest hit in 2020 and giving a helping hand is one of the best ways to help keep them around. In this week's episode I give lots of suggestions of ways we all can volunteer. And of "all", I mean from elites to those of at the back of the pack. Every one of us should give our time to keep our wonderful races around! Also don't miss Tales of the Trail, where I talk about the world's richest races! And towards one of them, I ask: Why???? For all information on the podcast and anything related to the show, please go to: www.martharunstheworld.com for comments, questions and any suggestions for future show ideas, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com

#134 - Colin Turner spent a lot of his life wondering why his running wasn't fulfilling. It wasn't enjoyable. Being an educator, he went back to the basics and figured out what he was doing wrong. Once he did that, he now shares what he knows with others and with us this week. I love his common sense and positive approach to running! Also, this week's Tales of the Trail is something you don't want to miss. MRTW lost one of our own and we mourn his loss this week, as well as share a FKT on the Colorado Trail! All links and information talked about this week can be found on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com comments, questions and suggestions for future show ideas can be emailed to: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#133 - Pamela Maunsell, or the Hip Fairy, as she's known on Twitter, has worked to put together a valuable resource. The link for this is on my website: martharunstheworld.com If you have ever had any questions or want information regarding hip problems or replacement, this is the show for you! Pamela's story is compelling and she reveals why she's spent so much time putting together this website. Also, please don't miss this week's Tales of the Trail. The Bay Area is missing one of its own and I talk about it. All links are on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com if you have any comments, questions or suggestions for future shows, please contact me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#132 - Stefan started his love of running with his dad. His love of trails and running shines in this week's episode as he talks all about Cocodona 250, Bigfoot and other really tough races. You'll be impressed by what's he's already accomplished at 21 years of age, I sure am! For all links and information talked about on the episode, please go to the website at: www.martharunstheworld.com to send me comments, questions and suggestions for future show ideas, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#131 - This week, we're in the midst of the Badwater 135 race! It's fun to see it back in action, after having 2020 off, like everything else. Hear about the history and some of the fun facts, rules and regulations the runners and support crew have to follow. Also, don't miss Tales of the Trail where I give some info on this past weekend's Hardrock 100 race!All links are on the website: www.martharunstheworld.com If you have comments, questions or suggestions for future shows, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com  

#130 - The website Podium Runner is a great running website. I consider it one of a runner's best resources. This is in part due to Editor-in-Chief Jonathan Beverly's hard work and diligence. He and his staff continue to release great articles and opinion pieces of interest to runners of all abilities. One opinion piece in particular had me emailing him to get him on my show. His: Why Boston's Qualifying System Fails Runners is something that needs to be discussed in more running circles and I hope we added to the conservation. Jonathan and I also talk about the current trends towards fast running addiction and Jonathan's own running history. Also, don't miss this week's Tales of the Trail that includes Olympic Coverage and next week's Badwater 135 2021 race. All links will be on the website at: www.martharunstheworld.com You can contact me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com

#129 - Training coach and author Matt Schifferle has spent a lot of time creating efficient and effective workout routines. He doesn't believe in wasting time on exercises that don't matter and neither do I. That's why it was so educating and refreshing to have him on my show. None of us have an infinite amount of time in our days to add long strengthening routines. We already have miles to run, as well as everything else. Let's save some time and have some fun! In this week's Tales of the Trail, I talk about Cory Reese's latest book Stronger Than the Dark.For all links related to this episode, please visit the website at: www.martharunstheworld.com to send comments, questions or ideas for future show topics, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#128 - Michele Hartwig is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. She's also one of the most organized and best planners. She has to be, being a race director and host of The Dirt Trailrunner Podcast. In this week's episode, I talk to her about her races, the podcast and how 2020 affected it all. And I don't think there are too many people in the world as genuinely warm and kind as Michele, I know you'll agree with me. For all information and links, please visit the MRTW website at: www.martharunstheworld.com if you have any comments, questions or ideas for future episodes, please email me at: martharunstheworld@gmail.com 

#127 - We all have hurdles in our lives. Sometimes those hurdles seem overwhelming. Writer and ultrarunner Miriam Gilbert has plenty of her own, but clears them like an Olympian, never looking back. She tells us her philosophy, which includes faith, a big part of her life and running, always a constant friend. Don't miss Tales of the Trail, where I talk about the first real trail race for Coastal Trail Runs. There is one slight correction I need to make though. I was checking runners in, not registering them in. They were already registered. For all information and links mentioned in this episode, please visit my website at: www.martharunstheworld.com If you want to email, my email is: martharunstheworld@gmail.com