Mr. Rubio Used To Run

Joe and Connor are back from the future in this double header episode of Mr. Rubio Used To Run. From California, to Boston, to Germany, and back to California, the Running Warehouse team has been traveling around the world and creating content. From hanging out with the influencers in Boston, to visiting the archive / athlete lab at adidas HQ in Herzo Germany, a lot has gone down over the past few weeks!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDt-UWZV_fgrrKYe88a1vD0vurpXMqnGw Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com

Jordan Hogan (formerly Jordan Hasay) joins us this week to chat about her legendary running career! From setting untouchable junior national records to running world class marathon times, Jordan has excelled at every stage of her running journey and gives us some unique views of what it's like to compete at the professional level. Whether you're an Oregon Track fan or just want to hear about the early fays of the Nike Vaporfly, you wont to miss this episode!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDt-UWZV_fgrrKYe88a1vD0vurpXMqnGw Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com

The spring racing season is in full effect and competition is getting SPICY! From baton attacks on the track to Ultra Marathoners getting DQ'd for illegal shoes, these races are not just seeing fast times but also crazy headlines. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDt-UWZV_fgrrKYe88a1vD0vurpXMqnGw Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com  

Nike advertising legend Vince Engel and the mileage king Bill "Mad Dog" Scobey join us on today's podcast to chat about running at Humboldt State in the 70s, racing with track and field legends through the 80s, and creating some of the most well known sports ads of the 90s. Get an exclusive look at the early days of the sport and the unique marketing that helped build it into what it is today! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDt-UWZV_fgrrKYe88a1vD0vurpXMqnGw Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com

Ultra Marathon veteran and Running Warehouse shoe buyer Erik Dube joins us this week on the pod to chat about the craziest 100 mile races, the top running shoes on the market, and his many experiences over the years in the Footwear Industry. If you are a fan of Running Warehouse history or just want to hear about the early days of Western States, you wont want to miss this episode of Mr. Rubio Used To Run!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion! Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com

Mr. Rubio and Connor are back to chat their New Years goals for 2025, the performance limits for elite athletes as they get older, and some of the top running shoe picks in every category. If you consider yourself a true shoe nerd, this is definitely the episode for you! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!   Shop Running Warehouse: https://www.runningwarehouse.com

2024 has come and gone and we decided to go through all the best shoes from each brand to see what was hot and what was not! Along with the old, we also take a quick glimpse into the future and give some advice to newer runners looking to bump up their mileage in 2025!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Olympians Hobbs Kessler and Bryce Hoppel join us on this weeks episode to chat about their experiences training in Flagstaff, preparing for the Olympics, and racing against the 800m and 1500m against some of the top pros in the world. Get a behind the scenes look at what it's like to live and train like an Elite mid distance runner!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

The Running Warehouse Team has been busy traveling around the country and checking out the latest shoes and fastest races. From the chaos of The Running Event (TRE), to the fast paced performances of NCAAs/ Sound Running Champs, we give you the inside scoop on some of the most important running festivities of the year!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

The Running Event is almost here and we give you an early sneak preview of some of the best new running shoes coming out in 2025! Along with new shoes, we also have take a look back at old school training logs and go into some recent Race Wins!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

The racing season is in full swing and here at Running Warehouse, it's Comeback Season! This week we go in deep on just how important new super shoe technology and different training methods are in achieving success at your goal race!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

This week we met up with the Former American Record holder and Ventura county legend, Gary Tuttle. From racing Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, and even the top USSR athletes, Gary had a prolific racing career on both the roads and track that spanned decades!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

From UTMB to San Diego, Mr. Rubio and Connor have been traveling around the world for some top tier racing action! Along the way they spot some new secret shoes, meet up with some run clubs, and catch up with some old friends!   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Dr. Geoffrey Gray of Heeluxe Lab joins us this week to chat about everything that goes into testing running shoes. From cushioning, to traction, to durability, and even V02 max efficiencies, Geoff gives a behind the scenes look at what goes into creating all of your favorite running shoes.   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

This week we our joined by Matt Klein from Doctors of Running and Dr. Lisa Mitro DPT. Both Doctors are accomplished in the Physical Therapy space and they share with us their immense knowledge of running shoes, training, and injuries. Whether you're an injured runner looking for a fix or a super fan of running shoes, we get some in-depth answers from the smartest runners in the space! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Mr. Rubio and Connor are joined this week by some of the biggest shoe reviewers in the game, Thomas and Robbe from Believe In The Run. From the early days of running shoe reviews, to the rise of Run Clubs, and even some throwbacks to old school running shoe ads, this conversation is one you wont want to miss!  If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!  

Mr. Rubio and Connor return from a busy summer of travels to recap the chaos that was the 2024 Olympic trials. From amazing races, to partying with the pros at the Wild Duck, there was no shortage of stories during this weeks episode! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!  

Bill Scobey joins us this week to talk about his many years of high mileage running, encounters with Steve Prefontaine, and his World Record Relay Team. A true legend of the sport, Bill brings out the raw running history that get us excited! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Mr. Rubio and Connor are back and this week they tackle the pressing issue of saving the sport of track and field! With the addition of new track meets and leagues and the potential for sports betting, there are many changes that will shake up the sport in the coming months. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Mr. Rubio and Connor have been traveling the world, getting a behind the scenes look at the latest and greatest running shoes. From designer foams that are tuned at the molecular level, to the intricacies of aerodynamics, every brand is pushing the limits to make shoes faster and more efficient than ever!   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

This week we meet up with Todd Falker who is the Product Line Manager at Puma Running. Todd shares his story and lays out what it takes to be successful as an athlete, as well as in the shoe industry. With over 20 years of experience, Todd offers an innovative approach that leaves us excited for what's to come!   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

This week we meet up with two legends in the running shoe space, Tom Carleo and Danny Orr. Tom is the VP of North America Running at New Balance and Danny is the GM of Performance Running. With diverse backgrounds and immense knowledge, both Tom and Danny have played a huge role at New Balance and have continued to help lift the Performance Running side to new heights.   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Joe and Connor return from a busy few weeks to recap all the amazing races and crazy people met along the way. From the Olympic Trials, to Millrose, Mr. Rubio brings back many great stories that will not disappoint! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

This week Joe and Connor discuss their thoughts on workouts that push you to the red line, throwback retro shoes, and the common trend of increasing shoe life cycles. We also go into our thoughts on who we thought would make the Olympic marathon team (we were some-what right with our picks!)   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

This week Joe and Connor dive into unique carbon plates, running shoe reviews, crazy running labs, and much more.   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

This week we are back and chatting about the craziness of Austin Texas during TRE, what could just be the biggest week of the year in the running space! We also had Sports Warehouse Marketing manager and HOKA Aggie Sean Davidson join in on the conversation to add in his own take on the city of Austin!   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Josh Kerr joins us this week to talk about his rise to fame in the running world. From his early days running with the Edinburgh athletic club, to taking bronze at the 2020 Olympics, and finally defeating Jakob Ingebrigtsen at the 2023 World Championships, Josh has proven to be one of the most dominant 1500m runners in the world.   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Long time friend and XC beast Keith Kelly joins us this week to talk about his impressive career in the sport of running. From club running at an early age, to winning an NCAA XC title, and then finally ending up at New Balance selling shoes, Keith is a veteran in the space and brings the energy and passion that we love to be around.   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

2024 is looking to be a big year for running shoes and we go into all the best super shoes, daily trainers, and trail options. From the new Nike Alphafly 3 to secret mystery shoes, we breakdown everything launching over the next year.   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Craig Engels, one of the biggest names in track and field, joins us for episode 4 to share with us his running story. From the early days hiding on the highschool XC bus, to joining the Nike Oregon Project, and now living and training in San Luis Obispo CA (the New Distance Hub), Craig brings so much energy that we don't see enough in the sport.  To see more of Craig be sure to give him a follow on IG: craigathor

Running shoe names can make or break a shoe and in 2023 there have been lots of silly name choices. We go into all of our favorite names as well as discuss the current marathon records, the Fick equation, speed golfing, and a whole lot more!   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!

Mr. Rubio is back and this week breaks down all of the confusing foam compounds and names that get thrown around by your favorite brands and influencers. From traditional EVA, to TPU's, and even Supercritical PEBA compounds, we go into each foam type as well as share many more running stories from over the years!   Shop all of Your Favorite Running Shoes: RunningWarehouse.com

The ultimate running podcast that you've been waiting for is finally here! Travel with Running Warehouse Co-Founder Joe Rubio and YouTube running shoe sensation Connor Blalock into a new dimension of running. In this episode Joe and Connor dive deep into the progression of running shoes over the years and go into some of the key models that revolutionized each decade. From the early days of Running Warehouse to a sneak peak at the future, this episode is a true history lesson that provides a behind the scenes looks of what goes on behind closed doors at the Warehouse! Whether your a super fan of all things running or just looking for some fun stories to get you through your long run, "Mr. Rubio Used To Run" has got you covered!

Travel with Running Warehouse Co-Founder Joe Rubio and YouTube running shoe sensation Connor Blalock into a new dimension of running. Come along as we chat running gear, training, coaches and much more. Stay Tuned for our full official release of Episode 1 coming very soon on all of your favorite streaming platforms!