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Running is Life reflects what our sport teaches us. Through the trials, tribulations, and obstacles we overcome in running, we can reflect upon and apply these lessons in our daily lives, and ultimately improve ourselves.
Running is Life reflects what our sport teaches us. Through the trials, tribulations, and obstacles we overcome in running, we can reflect upon and apply these lessons in our daily lives, and ultimately improve ourselves.
Episodes

Thursday Sep 22, 2022
The Story Behind Ben Mercer’s Mogollon Monster 100-Mile Finish - Episode 136
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
This is the 2nd time I've had Ben on the podcast, and the third time I've had his wife Allison on. They are both amazing people doing awesome things. The reason this episode came to light was because we didn't think Ben was going to line up less than 2 weeks from the start of the race. This is the story of how that came to be and how Ben found the finish line through all of it!
To connect with Ben on Instagram - @runofthemill87
To connect with Allison on Instagram - @onewomandanceparty
Both can be found on Strava under their respective names.
Resources:
Precious Episodes:
With Ben & Allison - Episode 36 - Unsupported FKT on GA section of AT - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/allison-ben-mercer-an-unsupported-fkt-on-the-at-of-ga-episode-36/
With Allison - Episode 118 - 2nd place at Strolling Jim 40-Miler - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/allison-mercer-4th-overall-2nd-female-behind-camille-herron-at-strolling-jim-episode-118/
Mogollon Monster 100 - http://www.mogollonmonster100.com/
Ben mentioned the Nightcore NU25 Headlamp - https://www.nitecorestore.com/Nitecore-NU25-Headlamp-p/fl-nite-nu25.htm?gclid=Cj0KCQjw7KqZBhCBARIsAI-fTKJ8nKpVXzgQ3Dk6mBGaH_l2FknrSzT6K2gXaJYpi4_9pL3TjcvGvqkaAmCYEALw_wcB
MOBO Board - https://www.moboboard.com/
Headspace Meditation App - https://www.headspace.com/
Addie Bracy's book - "Mental Training for Ultrarunning"
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
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Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Relay Races - What you need to know - Episode 135
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
I start this episode with a short segment on Cross Country & how to get involved with your local team. In the 2nd segment, I speak on Relays, what they are, what to expect, and what to bring. Having just completed the Blue Ridge Relay with a 12 person team, this topic was fresh in my mind.
Blue Ridge Relay - https://blueridgerelay.com/
Ragnar Relays - https://www.runragnar.com/
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Analyzing Your Long Run - Episode 134
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
The long run is one of keys to your training for your goal event. It often simulates best what the goal event will actually be like. We should take notes and analyze these runs to help us succeed in future long runs and especially our goal event!
Resources:
- Making the Long Run Most Effective for Your Training - EPISODE 110 - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/making-the-long-run-most-effective-for-your-training/
- Addie Bracy's Book - Mental Training for Ultrarunning
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Bigfoot 200 Training Recap Using the Lydiard Principles - Episode 133
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
In this episode I talk specifically about my training using the Lydiard principles to get myself ready for the Bigfoot 200.
Resources:
- Strides & Lydiard Hill Drills Workout - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ymu4w-11836bf
- This episode gave an early overview of my training for Bigfoot - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-4j4vb-1179610
- Long Intervals & Tempo Runs - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-tvbzv-11601db
- Fartleks - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-sxc9h-113de73
- Using treadmill hiking - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-68m4f-10297aa
- Defining RPE (Rating of Perceived Exertion) efforts - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-jq6d6-1013f06
- Short Intervals - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-p34ba-fdc159
- Hill Drills Video - https://youtu.be/9SBRcbfeQDU
- Jason Koop's Book - Training Essential for Ultra Running
- Addie Bracy's Book - Mental Training for Ultrarunning
- Lydiard Foundation - https://www.lydiardfoundation.org/
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Time for Recovery After Your Goal Race - Episode 132
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
So you've finished your goal race. It's time to recover, here's how...
Resources:
Physical Therapist Miriam Salloum on Running Gait Analysis - Episode 121 - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/?s=miriam
Strength Training App on Your Phone - Muscle Booster - https://musclebooster.fitness/
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Friday Aug 19, 2022
Bigfoot 200 Recap - I FINISHED - WESTERN STATES HERE I COME - Episode 131
Friday Aug 19, 2022
Friday Aug 19, 2022
Bigfoot 200 is in the books! Here is my recount of the event. Apologies ahead of time, I'm still a bit groggy from the race and travel (not home yet due to airport snafus). As always, thank you for listening!
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Estimating a Nutrition & Hydration Plan for Your Next Race - Episode 130
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
With Bigfoot 200 a few days away at the time of this recording, I figured it a good time to talk through how I put together my nutrition & hydration plan to know what to buy & estimate how much to purchase. I speak about how often and how much I plan to eat and drink based off current research, a breakdown of the different options I intend to use, and the gear I'll use in hopes of reaching the finish line at Bigfoot 200.
Resources:
My Bigfoot Nutrition & Hydration Plan - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mbB7tzPvp_xE0hyg34UbXTKI8ZjDiutKza94Q7gLMMw/edit?usp=sharing
Bigfoot Tracking (bib #194) - https://www.destinationtrailrun.com/bigfoot-live-tracking
Nutrition w/ Registered Dietitian Jake Edmiston Podcast - https://themrrunningpainspodcast.podbean.com/e/great-training-race-day-nutrition-hydration-tips-from-registered-dietitian-jake-edmiston-episode-99/
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Finding Flow with Co-Author of Running Flow Phil Latter - Episode 129
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Phil Latter wears many hats (very well I may add). The book he co-authored, Running Flow, displays his passion for running, life, and helping others. One experience with flow in Phil's College Running career changed his life and sent him down a path to help others find flow. In this episode he tries to help us understand how we can find the flow state. Thank you Phil!
Resources:
Running Flow by Philip Latter, Csikszentmihalyi Mihaly, and Christine Weinkauff Duranso
Growth Equation Podcast - How to Rethink Talent Development - https://thegrowtheq.com/how-to-rethink-talent-development-for-the-better/
Connect with Phil Latter:
Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/7810663
Instagram - @philiplatter
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Martin Schneekloth & The Bob Graham Round
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Martin Schneekloth has completed over 150 ultras. The likes of which we talk about in this episode focus on The Moab 240, Tahoe 200, & The Bob Graham Round. It's the later that we will focus our conversation on. The Bob Graham Round has a history and lore unlike anything we have here in the US. I loved hearing Martin's telling of his Round. I hope you enjoy!
Connect with Martin:
Website - http://www.ultrakrautrunning.com/
Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/5869431
Instagram - @ultrakraut
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/martin.schneekloth
Bob Graham Resources:
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/400297433323294
Feet in the Clouds by Richard Askwith
A Tribute to the Round by Peter McDonald
The Round In Bob Graham's Footsteps by Steve Chilton
Bob Graham Round Map by Harvey www.harveymaps.co.uk
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains

Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Learning About Supplements with Dr. Judkins DO - Episode 127
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
The supplement business is making lots of money on us. Should they be? Are there any supllements that can make us better runners. It's through this conversation that I hope to answer these questions and more about supplements.
Resources:
Sweat Rate Test -
1. Urinate
2. Weigh yourself without clothes and note weight.
3. Run for 1 hour at goal race pace.
4. Note how many fluid ounces you drink during the run.
5. Dry off after running.
6. Weigh yourself again without close and note weight.
7. Convert pre-run and post-run weight to ounces.
8. Subtract post-run weight from pre-run and add back any fluid ounces drank during the run. The answer is the amount of fluid loss you had during exercise and what needs to be replaced (keeping in mind you can only comfortably drink 20-30 ounces of fluids per hour). If there is an a fluid loss higher than what can be replaced during the hour, that amount must be drank post run to rehydrate.
MR Runningpains (Aaron's) information:
- If you'd like to learn more about Patreon or to donate, please visit https://www.patreon.com/MRRunningpains
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- To sign up for my Newsletter -https://www.mrrunningpains.com
- Email - runningpains@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
Please share the Podcast and please leave a review, rate, & subscribe if you haven't done so already!
THANK YOU!
Aaron Saft
MR Runningpains
Discounts:
$10 Off Ultra Running Magazine Subscription - https://subscriber.ultrarunning.com/subscribe/ambassador?code=AM7A9D7
15% off KOGALLA - http://kogalla.com/?aff=runningpains - use code MR Runningpains
15% off XOSKIN - http://www.xoskin.us - use code MR Runningpains
Xero Shoes - https://xeroshoes.com/go/MRRunningpains
