In this one, we are going to talk about how to achieve BALANCE in your running in two different ways.

a. How do you balance running and life? I give you 5 thoughts on how to find time for training while balancing work, family, and relationships.

b. How do you balance finding the edge in performance with overall health? I give you 5 thoughts on how to find and test your limits without sacrificing long term health and longevity.

Balance isn't easy and requires constant work, but I hope these ideas will help you get the yin and yang right for you.

Thank you to Logan and Mikhael for the show ideas that sparked this episode!

To redeem the offer from this episode's sponsor, use the code ROGUE for 10% off on running apparel at Janji.com.

I am back after an unplanned hiatus with some great listener questions. Check it out and email me with more questions or show ideas - chris@roguerunning.com. Plus, consider joining the virtual group with me at roguerunning.com.

To read the blog mentioned in this episode:

https://www.drstacysims.com/blog/what-women-need-to-do-instead-of-zone-2

To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors:

• Use the code ROGUE for 10% off on running apparel at Janji.com.
• For 10% off on your first month of therapy, go to betterhelp.com/RUNNINGROGUE.

It's that time of year again. Your spring race may have just finished, and it's time to think about what's next. Are you doing Berlin, Chicago, NYC or perhaps a fall half?!? In this episode, I give you 5 tips to get the most from your next training cycle. With each tip, you also get the common pitfalls to avoid from my experience as a coach. Do this... not that! We talk about purpose, focus, consistency, polarization, and volume. How are you preparing to run your best race yet?!?

I had an amazing weekend in Boston nearly two weeks ago. Whether running the marathon or not, there is always so much inspiration to go around on Boston Marathon weekend. In this episode, I give you 9 takeaways from my weekend of cheering/supporting which will inspire you regardless of whether your goal is to qualify for the race or not.

Enjoy!

To redeem the offer from this episode's sponsor, use the code ROGUE for 10% off on running apparel at Janji.com.

Boston, London, Eugene, Vancouver, Oklahoma City, Carmel, Ohai, Grandma's, and so many more. Spring racing season is here, and I've got 10 tips to get your mind right for race day. Put these to work, and you will be ready to crush it!

To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors:

• Use the code ROGUE for 10% off on running apparel at Janji.com.
• For 10% off on your first month of therapy, go to betterhelp.com/RUNNINGROGUE.
• Go to takecareof.com and use the code "rogue50" for 50% off on your first month with them.

In this episode, I answer recent questions from listeners as well as themes from athletes that I coach.

Today's questions:

• How should I evolve paces over time and can I go too slow?
• What should I do if I have a bad workout or long run?
• How can I protect myself from dogs on the run?
• Should I do a 2 or 3 week marathon taper (or 1 or 2 week half marathon taper)?
• Is your training too easy (or too hard)??

To redeem the offer from this episode's sponsor, use the code ROGUE for 10% off on running apparel at Janji.com.

To sign-up for one of the workshops mentioned in the episode, email chris@roguerunning.com.

We all have fears in training... every single one of us. In this episode, I talk through 6 common examples I see as a coach and give you tips on how to face down each one of them. From doubting your potential to being afraid of never getting back to fitness after injury (and more), this episode might make you feel less alone in your journey. To which of these 6 fears can you relate?

To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors:

• Use the code ROGUE for 10% off on running apparel at Janji.com.
• For 10% off on your first month of therapy, go to betterhelp.com/RUNNINGROGUE.
• Go to takecareof.com and use the code "rogue50" for 50% off on your first month with them.

Where can you improve in order to reach your full potential?

I often get this question, and it's my job as a coach to assess the opportunity areas for my athletes. In this episode, I give you 6 opportunity areas and the associated metrics to consider in order to identify your biggest needs in training. Rate your yourself on all 6 and then go tackle 1-2 areas in your next cycle to take steps toward your true potential!

To redeem the offer from this episode's sponsor, use the code ROGUE for 10% off at Janji.com.