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
362 episodes
Dear Santa..........
#361 - Last week, I gave some great options for easy to buy, not-too-expensive running gifts for the runners in your life, including yourself! This week, I'm asking Santa for a few running related gifts. Some of them might be hard for him to fi...
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Episode 361
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26:06
Annual Gifts For Runners Show!!!!!!!
#360 - It's the Annual Gifts for Runners Show! I help you find the perfect gifts for the runners in your life, including yourself! Yes! Important to take care of ourselves as well as others. We've worked hard all year so why not treat ourselves...
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Episode 360
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26:14
Rob Sembiante - Ultrarunner and Race Director!
#359 - Rob Sembiante has attempted and finished race distances that many of us wouldn't even think about starting. He counts Antarctica, the Dolomites and 300 miles through the Utah wildlands as three of his toughest. He joins mem this week to ...
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Episode 359
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41:23
Happy Turkey Trot Day!
#358 - Us runners know that Thanksgiving means one thing - Turkey Trots! This year, I not only give some updated numbers of just how much Turkey Trots have grown, but I also share a bit about the history of Thanksgiving itself! And to top it al...
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Episode 358
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29:54
For Better Or Worse, Changes Happen
#357 - There may be a time when something happens in our lives that completely upends our running plans. Maybe we have a serious injury or we lose our job or we go through a divorce. Whatever life-changing event it is, there are ways we can han...
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Episode 357
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24:46
Thank You Veterans!
#356 - On Veterans Day, I thought it was about time I give thanks to those to are willing to give the ultimate sacrifice so that we can live our lives and run our races. I give lots of veteran organizations that can help veterans and those who ...
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Episode 356
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25:06
Running in the Dark!
#355 - It's THAT time of year! Daylight Savings Time just ended and sure, we got an extra hour of sleep this past weekend, but with that, the sunlight lessens each day until late December and the likelihood of us running in the dark grows. I di...
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Episode 355
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27:12
Haunted Running Trails! Haunted Hotels!
#354 - Every year, I release an episode about haunted places around the world. The prerequisite must be that they are near great running locations. This year is no exception as I talk about four amazing, majestic hotels with lots of reported pa...
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Episode 354
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25:24
Bored With Your Runs? Create A Fun Run!
#353 - Every runner at some moment gets bored with our training. Maybe we're running the same routes, maybe we feel like nothing is ever changing, maybe we just feel "blah" when we head out for a run. I did an earlier episode how to make runnin...
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Episode 353
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24:34
Strengths of Older Runners!
#352 - I did an earlier episode helping older runners keep running. This week, I focus more on the strengths that keep older runners on the road or trail. There are some key differences between younger and older runners, especially in mindset, ...
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Episode 352
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24:13
The Downfall of Running Magazines
#351 - When I started running, it was not easy trying to find information on running. I relied on Runner's World Magazine. That was in the 1980s. RW was a top-notch magazine back then. I loved it so much! I would read through each issue at leas...
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Episode 351
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25:15
Things I Always Do As A Runner, Things I Never Do
#350 - This week, I talk about some things that I always do as a runner and some things I never do as a runner. I'm sure you may guess what some of these are, but I bet you won't guess all of them! And, I'm also pretty sure your list will be a ...
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Episode 350
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25:43
Chris Wehrman of RunBetter Returns With More Running Help!
#349 - In a second appearance, Coach Chris Wehrman returns to help us with our running needs as we head into fall marathon season and more! Chris is a wealth of knowledge and I love having him on the show. I always learn so much when he's here ...
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Episode 349
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38:22
Eat to Fuel Your Runs!
#348 - What you eat is one of the most important aspects in your running. "Garbage In, Garbage Out" is a popular phrase and with good reason because it's true. If you eat less than quality type food, your running will suffer. This week, I take ...
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Episode 348
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26:08
Canceled Races We Miss.....
#347 - Sometimes a race you love, you look forward to every year is discontinued. It leaves a hole in your heart, because that race meant so much to you. This week, I talk about a handful of races that meant something to me and others because t...
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Episode 347
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25:32
What Is Skyrunning?
#346 - Ever dream of running in the mountains, high above the clouds? Does the thought of a flat race send dread to your heard? Than Skyrunning just might be for you! This week, I talk about the specialized sport of Sky Running and what makes i...
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Episode 346
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24:13
Dear Running Shoe Companies - An Open Letter
#345 - You found the PERFECT shoe. You love this shoe. Everything about this shoe makes running SO MUCH FUN. And then it happens. The running shoe company comes out with a new model and it's not the same shoe! NOT AT ALL! It fits completely dif...
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Episode 345
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25:28
Do You Even Stretch Bruh?
#344 - Some runners will tell you stretching isn't important. They'll say never stretch before a run. Well, stretching can be confusing. Sometimes, Dynamic Stretching, or Dynamic movements gets confused with Static Stretching, which should neve...
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Episode 344
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24:17
Some Uncomfortable Truths
#343 - After running for a while, we learn so much about ourselves and when we're capable of doing. Perhaps we learn we're stronger than we ever thought we were, or that the many hours we spend alone on the trails are the best hours of our live...
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Episode 343
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26:18
Emil Zatopek - Greatest Runner of All Time?
#342 - This week, I talk about Czech runner Emil Zatopek who many consider the greatest runner of all time. Although there are others who could also be considered this, He could definitely worthy of the title. His story is fascinating and inspi...
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Episode 342
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25:21
Trekking Poles, What Are They Good For?
#341 - One of the ways European Ultraraces are so different from American ones is that you'll see many more races use trekking poles in Europe. They know that these skinny sticks can help them in their races. This week, it's all about trekking ...
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Episode 341
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25:01
Running Stuff I Don't Use Anymore and A Couple Things I Do!
#340 - Over our years as runners, we go through A LOT of gear. Some, we find, is no longer useful to us, or we find a better product and we put the old item aside. This week, I talk about various things I no longer use in running. How does it c...
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Episode 340
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31:08
Stairs Can Work For YOU!!!
#339 - So, you're on your run and all of a sudden, you come across a flight of stairs, either going up a trail or a hillside in the city. Do you groan to yourself before you tackle them? Do you turn around and run some place else? Or do you loo...
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Episode 339
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26:06
I've Got a Secret to Share With You!
#338 - This week, I have a secret I want to share with you. Maybe what I tell you in this week's episode has never been shared with you before, so let me be the first! This just may change your running! If you've been struggling or if you get s...
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Episode 338
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28:11
Growing Pains of Ultrarunning!
#337 - The meteoric rise of ultraraces has created a few growing pains. Some of these are to be expected. With more and more road runners turning to trail races, it's no surprise that ultraraces are getting crowded. With crowds come problems. S...
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Episode 337
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31:09