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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.
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Friday Jan 23, 2026
Friday Jan 23, 2026
The following is my account of the Fierce Dragon 100k that took place on Jan. 16, 2026.
Resources:
Truewerk B1 Sun Hoodie - https://truewerk.com/products/b1sunhoodiemens?variant=39999314001962
G5 Trail Work Days (Snook's Nose) - https://www.g5trailcollective.org/volunteer
FSR 100-miler - https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=131617
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Jan 16, 2026
Friday Jan 16, 2026
It's race week for me with the Fierce Dragon Frozen Toe 100k on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. You can follow along here - https://hardassevents.info/tracking/t3/runnerTrac.php
So I talk about doing this race for the love of running and enjoying the process. Before all that, I discuss some reminders in training after taking time off and what we can expect (or not expect) from the super compensation effect.
Thanks to all who commented on the last Episode "Giving Yourself Grace". That means a lot that it hit home! Thank you!
The HydraPak tube I fumbled on the podcast trying to remember can be found here - https://www.hydrapak.com/products/arcticfusion%E2%84%A2-tube?variant=46241561280745
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Jan 09, 2026
Friday Jan 09, 2026
We're the worst at being compassionate to ourselves and giving ourselves grace. Let's dive into how we can do better!
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Here's the story of and lessons I learned from my Misogi of starting with 1-mile on Dec. 1 and increasing by one mile each day ending with 33+ miles on Dec. 31. What a journey!
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Dec 26, 2025
Friday Dec 26, 2025
Thought I'd catch everyone up. This week has been challenging/trying with 2 days in which finishing were questionable. Here's how I got through and lessons I learned.
Resources:
Friction Prescription Salve - https://www.frictionprescription.com/
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Dec 19, 2025
Friday Dec 19, 2025
Hear the training, logistics, and race stories from 3 athletes I coach. Those being Derek Brown, Tyler Ford, & John Goldfield. Enjoy!
Connect with:
Derek on Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/1610319
Tyler on Instagram - @tylerf100
And John on Instagram - @johnny2lips
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Dec 12, 2025
Friday Dec 12, 2025
Coach Will and I have a great conversation about these 2 strength training aspects, who should and shouldn't do them, and why or why not. Please reach out to Will if you have questions or are interested in hearing more about his coaching services. He has included a free strength training routine on his Instagram channel.
Will's resources & contact info:
https://www.instagram.com/will.c.frantz/
https://www.instagram.com/mcinneswatson/
Email - will.c.frantz@gmail.com
Website - https://willfrantz.com/
Fierce Dragon episodes:
Celia's - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-juvb8-137c50f
Michael & David's - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-v98ex-f896f2
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Dec 05, 2025
Friday Dec 05, 2025
Well we're in it now! Misogi 1 - Adding a mile a day for December has already started. Follow along and make fun of me for my suffering on Strava (see below to follow me). A misogi is defined as "In its modern interpretation, the "Misogi Challenge" is a personal, radically hard, and uncomfortable physical or mental feat completed once a year to build resilience, test limits, and promote self-discovery." - Google Search
I've also entered into my first race of the Rocky Mountain Grand Slam. The Scout Mountain 100 will be June 5-6. Hear about those tentative plans and which other races I hope to use to complete the Slam.
Enjoy!
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Nov 28, 2025
Friday Nov 28, 2025
Michael Davis is running 200-miles on the Palmetto Trail for a great cause. Hear the reasoning behind this run and what brought Michael to this point in his running. I hope you enjoy our conversation!
Instagram: @DavisStrengthLabAaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you for listening!
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Aaron Saft
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast
Friday Nov 21, 2025
Friday Nov 21, 2025
This is a very in depth conversation with Ben Gan's Crew Chief, Avery Tompkins, and their thoughts ans suggestions for crewing, not only a 200-mile event, but the Triple Crown of 200s. Thank you both for sharing so much!
Race/Crew Planning Templates - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1p3tmFVMpZ9iPp2FOIGoSnLt2f_97ei9ErEcl6FHLChU/edit?usp=sharing
Avery mentioned the Black Diamond Moji R+ light. That can be found here - https://blackdiamondequipment.com/products/moji-r-rechargeable-lantern
To connect with Avery - @prodessoravery on Instagram
To connect with Ben - @dr_bentendo on Instagram
Aaron's information:
- My Socials, Channels, & Newsletter:
- Email - coachsaft@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
Running Is Life Coaching & Podcast