Tina4Real

Time for a little break from these episodes, I explain why in this episode, and tell you how training is going this week. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Great AMA from Mary Beth about the differing paces of easy vs hard runs. Is it okay to just be 2 minutes per mile different if you are running as a "back of the packer". I try to answer this, a tricky one! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Fun AMA today from Tawni. After years in the US, how do I use measurements? It depends, and maybe not the answer you expect! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

What if you have to stop early in a race and want to use your fitness in another race 4-6 weeks later. How do you know when you will be ready to do it? I discuss when I think this is a bad idea and what you need to keep in mind if you try it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I share my experience of the Iron Horse Half Marathon I did this weekend, running a faster than expected 1:22. Also give a summary of the weeks training. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Great AMA from Michael about what the process is for elite runners when it comes to entering races, what you get during and after, pacing and more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Coming back to running after an injury can be more of a mental strain than a physical one with the paranoia we experience. How can you deal with it, especially if you know you are doing everything you can to stay healthy in future.? I explain here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Great AMA from Sherry about why it is important to only do one workout and one long run in most weeks of a marathon buildup? I also explain why it is often not our speed holding us back...even when we think it might be. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I have officially entered my first race postpartum, and I am sharing all about why I chose this one, and why I decided to take a down week last week to keep my body in a good place. if you are feeling a bit sluggish lately, this might be a good reminder for you too. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

AMA from Christine about having running goals when you have been diagnosed with low bone density and are struggling with amenorrhea. Can you ever truly get back to high quality running again? Here are my thoughts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Many races this past weekend, and as much as I wish everyone ran amazingly well, I know that is often not the case and we feel the runner blues or post marathon depression. I give advice on how to change your perspective and forgive yourself for not being perfect. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Hilarious AMA from Sally (and Nicole) about which reality tv show I would be best suited for. I tell you a little more about airport Tina, and just discuss the options suggested. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Great AMA from Liz about breathing techniques to help your running. It might take a while to master, but it will go a long way to helping your running feel more smooth and together with your running form. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

How is this week of training going? Not the best, feeling the struggle this week, and considering a down week to rest up. If you are feeling burned out, this might help you feel like you are not alone --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Great question from Nicola today about the difference between elite runners and recreational runners when it comes to the time spent out there training and racing. A year ago I would have had a different answer, but here are my thoughts on why you have it much harder in many ways! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Life happens and we sometimes just cannot get our training in as much as we would like to. I answer this AMA with my best advice for sticking as closely as you can to your training, or how to get the most out of your running if your time is limited. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I think I am pretty honest with you about almost everything, so had to think hard about cheesy stuff I have not shared yet for this AMA from Amy. Some of these might be new to you for this fun episode --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

What if you started off your marathon training with one goal, but it is seeming like that goal is not matching your training. AMA today from Diane, but maybe you have been wondering the same thing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

How is my running going (other than spending a lot of time with the stroller in the rain)? I share my workout from last week, improvements on my long run, and what I hope is coming very soon! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Great AMA today from Angela about breaking 3:00 in the marathon, and what could be causing her cramping while her breathing is just fine. This question is specific, but a lot of the elements will apply to many runners. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

You know by now I hate feeling that some runners do not feel part of the "club" because they are "slow", but are there any things about running that are different for 12-13+ minute mile runners? I go over this, plus imposter syndrome in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Great AMA from Jeremy today about which podcasts I am interviewed on myself, what makes me decide to go for an interview? Find out here, along with sharing some of the more...unique podcasts I have been on. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I used to overstride badly, and for that I had shin splints (amongst other things) constantly. Here is how I fixed that, and what I suggest to you about improving your cadence. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Highest mileage week so far in my postpartum running journey. Sharing what workouts and long run I did, along with my hopeful plans for which race I will be doing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

A bit of a fun one for Tuesday, what words do I commonly use that are British, despite living in the US for the last 13 years? I also admit to some words I prefer in the US over what they are called in the UK. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Have you heard of the growth vs. fixed mindset? I have been reading the book Mindset by Carol Dweck, and a lot of it can apply to running, especially if we tend to put pressure on our runs and races. If you struggle with a fear of failure, this book might help you too. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I am answering an AMA today about compression socks and arm warmers for runners. Why wear them? Why not to wear them? What has been my experience with it, and why Californians might be a little different to the rest of us! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Fish is a fantastic runner food, and one that is too easy for us to forget to have. I give you some benefits of fish and why you need more of it, as well as some suggestions for how to do it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I tell you about how my training is going this week with my highest mileage week so far, despite lacking motivation last week. I also talk about knowing when to take a rest day and when to push on. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Loved answering this question from Mike about what I have learned about myself through running. This and a few other thoughtful questions are addressed today, and I look forward to hearing what you think too. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I answer Audrey's AMA question about strength training and how we structure my training to get the most out of my running. In the past strength training has made me run PRs and kept me injury free. Here is some insight into how. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Being injured is not fun. It can make you miss running more than you ever thought possible, and leave you feeling depressed. It isn't always easy to motivate yourself to go to the gym when all you want to do is run. Take a listen for my suggestions. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

AMA from Geri about knowing what your race pace should be for an upcoming race like a marathon. How can you set your pace? I have some suggestions and some warnings about what to be careful with when it comes to setting a pace for a marathon or other goal race. #nowatchme --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

AMA from Claire about how to handle running in pregnancy (especially late pregnancy). It can be easy to compare and to be hard on yourself, but here is my experience and what I suggest you should do as a pregnant runner. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

AMA from Jeremy about what makes runners so wonderful...which is the chicken and which is the egg? I discuss this concept, and share my thoughts on why runners are the best people. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

AMA from Gina today about what I do before a 4am run. If you regularly have to get up early to run, what do I suggest you should do to get the most out of your training? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Lots of mini questions in this AMA from Jackie about how I find, create questions for, and respond to requests to come on the podcast. I enjoyed answering this, and if you are a big Running for Real fan, you will enjoy it too. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Getting your nutrition right on race day can be the difference between the race of your dreams and crying on the side of the road. You can't run your best (or even close to it) without getting this right to avoid bonking in your marathon or struggling from a lack of energy. I explain what you should be doing to succeed. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

How is training going this week? My mileage may have leveled off, but last week had some hard efforts that are starting to show progress and things may be starting to come together. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I share a recent mother struggle moment we have been going through adn tell you my experience of a stroller race last weekend at the DV8 8k. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Just to show you that in races we all experience those thoughts of quitting or struggle, particularly up a hill. Here is what I would suggest to get through those moments, and stay in the race both physically and emotionally. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

In this AMA episode, I answer a question for a runner who has to train at 4:30 or 7:30, but is racing NYC marathon, which starts between 10-11. How do you prepare for that? I give all the options I would consider, and then what I would do in that situation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Training has gone well these past few weeks, and fitness is starting to come together. I tell you about my progression run (and why I stopped at 1:49 rather than 1:50). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I have a happy smiley baby...except for when the photographer has her camera out ready to catch it...to which a stone faced stare can be seen. I tell you about our photography experience last week, and why I am starting to change my perspective on stroller running --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

You might think listening to podcasts and music is motivating you on your hard workouts and races, but actually, it really might be damaging you, and you could do a lot better without. I explain my story of getting hooked on listening, and what I noticed when I removed it for my progression long run last weekend. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Ever wondered how things are different in the UK, and what do I like and dislike about being here? I might not go fully into those, but I tell you what I noticed moving to the US and how it affects my relationships being from a different country. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Training for a marathon? Training for any distance over a 5k, you NEED a long run to build your strength and endurance. I give you the 4 ways you can use a long run to prepare for your marathon and what else you must keep in mind as you build up. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I go waaaayy too honest with you about my thoughts with training right now. There is some good, how things are coming along and my fitness is getting there, and some frustrating moments that make me question it all. Check out my patreon page https://tinamuir.com/patreon.com/running4real to support me. Thanks so much! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

I had been feeling a bit hard done by, like I missed working...until suddenly last night my mindset changed. Just another mother runner update for you and some honest thoughts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

Have you ever been really excited and invested into your training for a goal race when all of a sudden, injury (or sickness) strikes and you absolutely panic that your race is gone for good? I understand because I have been here, and here is my pep talk that you are gonna be okay, and you are NOT alone! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support

You may have heard me talking about Bodyhealth Perfect Amino, and you probably have these questions if you have considered taking it to help you recover faster from your training. Listen in and find out. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tina4real/support