Martha Runs the World Podcast
A podcast with an honest and open look at running, fitness and all things health-related with a bit of humor thrown in.
Episodes
395 episodes
Martha We Have A Problem....
#394 - Our lives are never a nice straight line. It will take lots of turns, lots of uphills and downhills. There will be surprising U-turns and sharp corners. I found myself in one of these when I lost my job this past June. Things haven't bee...
The Guide to San Francisco Public Restrooms for Runners!!!
#393 - I put together a list of most of the public restrooms on running routes in San Francisco. This does not include public restrooms in department stores and cafes. I already know I left a few off, so sorry if I left your favorite pitstop of...
Philosophy In Running!
#392 - Recently, I was inspired to dig deep into the thinking part of running. I read the book "Running & Philosophy" by Wiley Blackwell. It's a great look into how we can view running from a different perspective. So this week, I give my t...
New Golden Gate Dozen Trail!
#391 - The Park Conservancy, the group that works with the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, created a great trail or course on the west side of San Francisco recently. It's about 12 miles long, so I thought I'd check it out. This episode i...
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Jesse Owens, American Hero!
#390 - Jesse Owens was one of the greatest runners in history. He was a trail blazer, a leader a father, husband and a hero. He was everything America and the world needed at a time when everything seemed to be torn apart. He showed that talent...
Running Rules We Can Break!
#389 - I've done a few episodes about running rules we should follow. This week, I'm turning everything around and talking some running rules we don't have to follow, at least part of the time. Take in mind, not everything is right or wrong, so...
Are You An Extrovert Or Introvert Runner?
#388 - This week asks the question: Are you an Extrovert or Introvert Runner? there is no wrong or right answer and most people are a bit of each. But, depending on your answer could determine what training and your races look like. This episod...
My 21st Sober Birthday - Being Honest With Ourselves
#387 - Every year when my Sober Birthday comes around, I like to talk about it on the show. I pick a different theme or aspect of sobriety and what it means to me. There are thousands of us sober/clean runners out there. I can think of few acti...
What Do We Think About When We Run???
#386 - What do runners think about while we're running? I ask this question and try to answer it with things that I've thought about over the years and I compare that to a study of runners that was done. What do you think about during your runs...
The Most Dangerous Trails in the US!!!
#385 - We runners love a challenge! So this week, I'm talking about 12 of the most dangerous trails in the US. They are dangerous for different reasons; some trails have huge elevation gains in short distances, while others have tricky and poss...
Sciency Stuff About Running!
#384 - This week we're having fun talking all about science in running! It's a hodge podge of different science facts about running: how we runners are smarter than non-runners (it's true, I think!), how your attitude will determine if you get ...
Getting Lost On A Trail Run???
#383 - Have you ever gotten lost on a trail run, during a race? Most of us have at one time or another. Were you able to find your way back quickly? Most people do, but there may be that one time when you run into trouble. This week, I give you...
How Adventurous Are You???
#382 - There's no exact line to say who's adventurous and who isn't. There are some guidelines and these loose guidelines can be applied to anyone who's trying something out of their comfort zone. I don't feel anyone else should pass judgement ...
GLP-1s and Running!
#381 - Big Pharma is always with us, it seems. You can't watch any sporting event, stream any movie or show, watch any video or do anything on any media without seeing an ad touting GLP-1s. This week, I explain what they are and how they can he...
A Look At the Cocodona 250!!!
#380 - In 2021, a new very long ultrarace started in Arizona by Aravaipa Running. The Cocodona 250 began and what an incredible race it is! If you know anything about Aravaipa Running, then you know it's expertly organized, and though very diff...
Running With Migraines!!!
#379 - It's tough enough to run with the demands of our busy lives. Add migraines into the mix and well, you could have many missed training runs and even races! Millions of Americans suffer from migraines, and many of those are runners. This w...
AVOID These Plants On Your Trail Run!!!
#378 - A couple weeks ago I did an episode on animals to watch out for on your runs. This week, I'm going over plants that could be harmful if you're not careful. If you are careful, stick to the trail and keep your eyes out, you'll be fine, bu...
Ways We Sabotage Our Runs and Races and How We Can Stop It!
#377 - There are many ways we runners hurt our training runs and races and we don't even realize it! This week, I go over a few different ways we hurt our running and how we can either stop doing it or choose something more helpful.
Do Runners Need Supplements?
#376 - The vitamin and supplement industry makes billions of dollars per year, much of it from athletes, like us runners. My question this week is: Do runners need supplements? This isn't an easy question to answer. We may or we may not. I brea...
ANIMALS!! Domestic and Wild Animals You May Meet During Your Runs!
#375 - No matter where we run, road or trail, we're board to encounter animals. What kind of run does determine what kind of animal you'll meet. In the contiguous North American States, there's a lot of animals we can encounter. This episode is...
The Long Run Revisited......
#374 - The long run is the most important run in your running week. It can also sometimes cause you the most trouble. This week, I revisit the long run (I previously recorded an episode on the long run) with updates and give a more personal exa...
What's Worth Paying More and What's Worth Saving Money?
#373 - Running is an expensive sport. It CAN be a very expensive sport, but it doesn't have to be, if we choose where to spend our money. This week, I give you guidance and some ideas how to spend your money wisely. You may have your own list w...
Is There Gatekeeping In Running?
#372 - Have you ever heard a runner call say someone else wasn't "a real runner"? Have you heard someone call someone disparagingly "a jogger"? This person is trying to gatekeep running. Trying to keep others out of certain running circles is n...
Does NCAA Track Have A Problem?
#371 - This week, I'm taking a close look at some of the problems with NCAA Track. With the introduction of revenue sharing in collegiate sports, does this announce the ending of track in many colleges and universities? That's one of the questi...
Your Guide to San Francisco Stairways!
#370 - If you want a great workout, hit the stairs! I did an entire episode on stair workouts and it is a great way to up your running game. I take to another level this week by hosting a guide to some of the best staircases in San Francisco. A...
