RunwithKat Show
Welcome to the RunwithKat Show! A running podcast that centers around helping you run happy, healthy, and strong. Im Kat! Physical Therapist, Personal Trainer, Run Coach, and most importantly runner. For over 10 years now, running has been one of the biggest constants in my life, and my goal is that it becomes the same for you. As a physical therapist, one of my foundational core values is that movement is medicine, which is why I am extremely passionate about keeping runners healthy. This podcast was created with the intent to provide all of you runners out there with the proper knowledge on how to be the healthiest and fastest runner you can be, while never losing sight of running for pure enjoyment for the sport. My mission is to help you do the thing you love the most as long as possible, and bring out the best runner and person you were born to be. This show is fun, informative, and centered around all things running related. Every week, I interview running experts AND inspirational runners just like you who work everyday to be a little better than yesterday. Whether you’re a beginner runner or a marathon veteran, stay tuned every Monday and bring out the best runner in you!
Hosts: Dr. Katherine Campbell, DPT, CPT, and run coach
RunwithKat Show
Detaching From The Numbers | Becoming A Happier Runner
In this episode, coach Nick Klaasava discusses the importance of detaching from numbers and other ways to measure improvement in running. He emphasizes the need to find joy in running and to avoid burnout by maintaining balance. We also explore the role of effort-based training and the pitfalls of fixating solely on personal records (PRs). And most important, we discuss measuring success in running through factors such as resilience, consistency, and personal growth.
Episode Outline
00:00
Introduction: The Importance of Detaching from Numbers
06:13
Finding Joy in Running and Maintaining Balance
09:30
Effort-Based Training: Measuring Improvement
12:55
Redefining Success: Beyond Personal Records
23:30
Being Proud of Your Achievements and Progress
28:14
The Importance of Celebrating Accomplishments
31:30
The Role of a Coach in Creating a Supportive Environment
38:53
Avoiding the Pitfalls of Comparison
44:25
The Significance of Individualized Training
52:02
Workouts: Gaining Fitness vs. Proving It
About Coach Nick
Nick Klastava is a software engineer, certified running coach (RRCA, USATF), and podcast host (Between Two Coaches). Nick wants to continue to bring running and fitness to everyone in a sustainable way that cuts out so much of the BS that is not needed for your fitness journey. Nick believes in supporting the entire person as a coach and help athletes chase their goals in fitness and in life in balance. Nick loves to share on his IG about his personal journey, how he disconnected from the numbers and found success, and how as he got older and had kids he became a faster runner than he ever was. Follow along with Nick on Instagram at @nklastava or listen to his podcast called Between Two Coaches with his Co-Host Amanda Katz on Spotify or Apple.
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- Website- RunwithKat.net