Better Run!

There's no better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than to participate in Atlanta's own Peachtree Road Race, a 52-year-old tradition that attracts runners, walkers, and wheelchair racers from across the world. Go on a trip back in time with Mason and Scott as they explore the history and legacy of this phenomenal event and tell stories the world has never heard before. Support the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast#betterrun #brothersrun #runbetter # runatl #runningpodcast #runningcityusa #runningtips #crosscountry #trackandfield #peachtreeroadrace #atlantatrackclub #ajcnews #fourthofjuly #atlanta

Have you ever heard of Abebe Bikila? If you’re just a casual runner or fan of running, then probably not. However, Bikila changed running forever by demolishing his opponents, setting new world records, and opening the door for many other Africans to compete in distance running. There are many things from his story that we should learn, but before we do so, we must ask ourselves: do our running shoes actually help us run? WARNING: Please listen to the entire episode before doing something rash that could injure yourself!Support the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast#betterrun #brothersrun #runbetter # runatl #runningpodcast #runningcityusa #runningtips #crosscountry #trackandfield #bikila #barefootrunning #barefoot #borntorun

In Episode 21, Mason and Scott detailed what your ideal running form should look like. However, it can be challenging to change the way you run, especially since you have to pay attention to many parts of your body at once. In this episode, we explain ways to apply your running form to your training to make this transition more bite-sized. Specific opportunities such as running hills, doing interval workouts, or even in races give you an opportunity to focus on different parts of your form. Don’t worry--over time, running with your ideal form will become natural!Support the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast#betterrun #brothersrun #runbetter # runatl #runningpodcast #runningcityusa #runningtips #crosscountry #trackandfield #runningform

“Better Run!” is back with another interview, this time with Marie Denning. At the time of recording, Marie had run at least one mile for an incredible 2,605 days in a row. We discuss her motivations for starting this streak, why she loves running, and good ways to keep yourself motivated. To find more “streakers” in your area, use the link www.runeveryday.com. If you are interested in starting a streak of your own, sign up on that website and let us know as well! Support the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Mason and Scott continue their heat dedicated to running form. Last episode, you learned the underlying mechanisms behind your running. This episode, you will learn some easy-to-apply techniques that will have you running more efficiently without working harder. From the positioning of your head to landing on the bottom of your feet, your whole body is involved in the running process. We recommend you try each technique out and give it a reasonable try; ultimately, what feels best to you is going to help you the most.Support the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Mason and Scott kick off Heat 4, a heat dedicated to improving your running form. Throughout this episode, you will learn the biomechanics behind why humans are the best distance runners in the universe, as well as some of the surprising reasons why so many people seem to be terrible at running. The purpose of this episode is to build the foundation behind why certain running form adjustments can work, while others might be counterproductive.Books used: The Science of Running by Chris Napier, The Complete Book of Running by James Fixx, and Born to Run by Christopher McDougallSupport the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast#betterrun #brothersrun #runbetter # runatl #runningpodcast #runningcityusa #runningtips #crosscountry #runningform #trackandfield #biology #borntorun

Welcome back to the “Better Run!” podcast in 2021! As you continue to fill in your training log, it’s essential that you understand the importance of rest, recovery, and distance days in your training. In fact, these days might just give you an edge over all of your competitors! You’ll learn how fast, how far, and how frequent these days should be as you train to be the best runner you can be. This episode concludes our third heat about how to build your training log, and we hope you will find a vast improvement in your performance after using what you have learned from this podcast.Support the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

In Better Run’s first-ever interview podcast, Mason and Scott sit down virtually with Brodie Sharpe, a licensed physiotherapist from Melbourne, Australia. Sharpe is the host of “The Run Smarter Podcast,” where he gives great advice to runners about how to prevent and treat injuries, as well as tips on how to manage load, the best types of running shoes, and more. In this episode, the Arberys and Sharpe discuss frequent causes of injury to runners and how to avoid them. Check out the Run Smarter Podcast at https://runsmarter.online/the-run-smarter-podcast/, and take a listen to the first few episodes before you browse the rest!Support the Better Run channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all profits goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

You’re finally ready to get started running, and running fast! As you know well by now, you need a plan before you get started running, and planning a specific type of workout will help to maximize your improvement and performance. In this episode, Mason and Scott discuss all of the common types of hard workouts that you can run, and compare the various scenarios in which you might want to run them. Your bro-hosts cover tempo runs, fartleks, and intervals of all different lengths. Once you have listened to this episode, it’s time to hit the trail and get started running! Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast#betterrun #brothersrun #runbetter # runatl #runningpodcast #runningcityusa #runningtips #crosscountry #trackandfield #intervals #tempos #trailrunning

In this episode, Mason and Scott take a bite out of the flavorful workout sandwich. The workout sandwich consists of a warm-up as one of the pieces of “bread” around a workout, the workout as the “meat” in the middle, and the cool-down as the bottom slice of “bread.” While often overlooked, warm-ups are essential for preparing your body to run a difficult workout or a race, and cool-downs are very important for preventing injury. Finally, as Mason and Scott explain, these elements of the workout can help provide the most joy to your running experience. NOTE: This episode was recorded via Zoom, so please be patient with any audio glitches as we optimize our recording for the future. Thanks everyone!Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Once you’ve designed your training log correctly, it’s time to get out there and start executing your plan. But wait--there’s something you should do before you hit the pavement. That something, of course, is stretching. Stretching is a staple of long-distance runners and is hugely important to do, although many people know very little about how to actually do it. In this episode, Mason and Scott list out some helpful stretches, identify which types of stretches should be done in which scenarios, and outline some of the many benefits of stretching. (WARNING: The benefits aren’t what you think they are!)Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

If you are looking to elevate your running to the next level, this episode is for you! Planning for an ultimate goal is difficult, but it is necessary in order to improve your game. Like in the previous episode, you will learn that the quality of your miles matters much more than the quantity, the importance of rest days, and the critical aspect of writing down your workouts. Moreover, we’ll give you advice for the number of miles you should be running each week and an example week of training. NOTE: Episode 14 is a dedicated training episode for more casual runners!Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast#betterrun #brothersrun #runbetter # runatl #runningpodcast #runningcityusa #runningtips #crosscountry #trackandfield

We dive completely into our third heat focusing on training strategies. If you are excited to begin running but have no idea how to go about doing so, this episode is for you! Mason and Scott explain that training is much more than just “going for a run.” To adequately prepare for any goal, a specific, consistent training plan is needed. You will learn that the quality of your miles matters much more than the quantity, the importance of rest days, and the critical aspect of writing down your workouts. By the end of the episode, you’ll be ready to take the first steps towards meeting your ultimate goals!NOTE: Episode 15 is a dedicated training episode for more experienced runners!Hosted by brothers and avid runners Mason and Scott Arbery, the “Better Run!” podcast aims to inspire every runner to become a true student of the sport. Offering training advice, race strategies, mental tips, athlete spotlights, and more, the Arbery bro-hosts will help every runner improve their performance and increase their appreciation for the greatest sport on the planet.#betterrun #brothersrun #runbetter # runatl #runningpodcast #runningcityusa #runningtips

In the beginning of 2020, the coronavirus pandemic vastly changed the way we have all conducted our personal, professional, and social lives. Changes to our daily routine included more time spent inside the house, less travel, fewer in-person interactions, and more unstructured time. While many of the disruptions this pandemic brought were unwelcome, perhaps the most important are the potential implications to our physical and mental well-being. Luckily, there is a great solution to these issues–you guessed it, running! In this episode, Mason and Scott discuss why it’s more important to begin or continue running now more than ever, and offer recommendations on safe running practices. NOTE: This podcast was originally recorded on July 30, 2020.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

So you've trained well, made a proper mental racing plan, executed the plan, and now the race is over. Maybe you ran a personal best, or maybe you had a terrible race. Whatever the result, there are always important takeaways from your races to improve for the next one. In this episode, Mason and Scott recount how some of their best improvements came directly from the often under-utilized post-race analysis. Whether you're running world records or just happy to finish, this episode will help you to continually achieve victory over your most important opponent: your past self.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

You’ve already built your secret weapon for race day: your pre-race mindset. Now, it’s time to put your pre-race plan to the test. Your plan is made valuable because of its execution! In this episode, Scott and Mason will walk you through how to stick to your plan through a combination of mental and physical effort at the beginning, the middle, and the end of the run. Your race is where the mental attitude will meet the physical difficulties of running, so a plan is vital for performing your best.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Mason and Scott begin their three-part miniseries on mental strategies for races with the all-important pre-race mindset. In this episode, you will learn that the race is often won or lost before the starting gun fires, so you will need to have the proper mindset to succeed. You will also learn how to become a Running Pirate--someone who gives themselves a greater chance at success through their confidence of executing their race plan.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instagram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running. https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

In this Heat of podcasts focusing on the mental side of running, Mason and Scott have already discussed how you can change your mindset to improve your running. However, the reverse is true as well; the simple act of running can improve your mental state! Running causes benefits such as causing the body to produce endorphins, relieve stress, and helping you sleep better, which will lead to a better mental state and help you enjoy life more.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

A runner’s greatest secret weapon is his or her mind. A mind that is too distracted can cause you to lose focus on your pace, while a mind that is too focused on the run can lead to stress, awareness of the pain, and a desire to slow down. Most of the time, your mind should be occupied by thoughts that take your mind off of the difficulty while not causing you to lose focus of your run. In this episode, Mason and Scott detail some of the ways you can occupy your own mind while running, including listening to music or podcasts, repeating a mantra, or having a conversation during easier runs. Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Whether you are running a race or a workout, you will encounter nerves and stress, so it is vital to mentally prepare to run effectively. Mason and Scott help you attain the confidence to conquer your fears and run your absolute best, overcome your limits, and get the most out of your run.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Every runner will face obstacles and challenges in their pursuit of success, from getting injured to running in the rain or snow. Mason and Scott list 8 of the most common obstacles and explain how to overcome them mentally before conquering them physically, allowing you to come out stronger on the other side.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Running is a unique sport in which the mental component matters just as much as the physical. In this episode, we will discuss how to master the "voice inside your head" that will try to derail you when you are running. Mentally framing your run positively instead of negatively by improving your running mindset will not only help you run faster, but will give you the most enjoyment from every run.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

We finish off our first Heat of podcasts by sending you on your first run! Before you take off, you will want to have some intentional goals and build habits that will keep you motivated, healthy, and help you improve. In this episode, we will describe some of the fundamentals behind every run, such as proper running clothes, stretching, making a plan, and the importance of recovery.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Running is arguably the most unique athletic activity on the planet, because of its social, physical, and practical benefits. We apologize in advance if you come out of this episode believing running is superior to any other activity on the planet. Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

We would be the first to agree with the statement “No two runners are the same.” But have you given thought to what your goals are as a runner, and how you can design your training experience so that you enjoy the sport the most? From the lightest of joggers to the most extreme ultra-marathoners, this episode will help you understand what running means to you.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast

Get to know the "Better Run!" podcast and the hosts Mason and Scott as we describe who we are, why we started the podcast, and where we are going. You will learn about the four myths that are getting the way of you enjoying running as much as you should.Support the channel and share any suggestions or stories through our LinkTree, which links to PayPal, Patreon, Instragram, and email. A portion of all donations goes to Back on My Feet, a non-profit that empowers the homeless community through essential employment and running.https://linktr.ee/betterrunpodcast