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Embrace Running 156: Best Race Swag

This week, we talk about a dramatic finish at the Austin Marathon. Some races with great swag, including one with an apple pie. McFarland, USA comes out this weekend so go see it at a theater near you. RaceReady is back. And our week in training.


Runners Crawls Across Finish Line 
Best Race Swag 
RaceReady 
McFarland USA 

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Embrace Running 155: Owl vs. Runner

This week, the Trails In Motion Film Festival that includes great films such as Finding Traction with Nikki Kimball and Why We Run with Bernd Heinrich. An owl going after runners. Dylan Bowman and Ruby Muir win the Tarawera Ultramarathon in New Zealand this weekend. And our week in training. 


Trails In Motion 
Tarawera Results 
Study Regarding Fitness Trackers 
Runners Attacked By Owl 

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Embrace Running 153: Become A Morning Runner

This week, we talk about how to become a morning runner. Daily Mile finally has an official iOS app. A runner is saved at the Naples half marathon. Nike race series is expanding this year. Did anybody know about the new Rock ‘n’ Roll series program for their heavy medals? Runners at the Charleston Marathon run further than 26.2. And our week in training.


8 Tips for Becomng a Morning Runner 
Wrong Turn Lengthens Race 
Fallen Runner Saved 
New Nike Events 
Boston Finish Line Shoveled 
Across The Bay 12k and 415k 

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Embrace Running 152: Running the Rebel Challenge

This week, we talk about hugging a Wookiee, selfies with droids, and taking candy from strangers. All a part of the Star Wars Half Marathon weekend where we conquered the Rebel Challenge.

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Embrace Running 151: Chocolate Made Us Run

This week, we give our race recap of the Hot Chocolate 15k in San Francisco, complete with lots of chocolate. We talk about ways to take control of your running and prevent injury. Adidas releases their apparel for the Boston Marathon. And as always, our week in training.

Hot Chocolate 15k
Take Control of Your Running Health

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Embrace Running 150: Setting Goals

This week, we talk about our goals for 2015 and share some from listeners. Wilson Kipsang and Dennis Kimetto will face off for the first time at the London Marathon. Rob Krar and Ellie Greenwood are named the 2014 Ultra Runners of the year. And our week in training.



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Embrace Running 149: Year End Wrap Up

This week, we look back at 2014 and see if we accomplished our goals. We name some of our top races of the year including, most scenic, toughest and best bling.


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Embrace Running 148: Eat Drink Run

This week, we talk about how soon to race after donating blood. Rita Jeptoo’s B sample has been tested. Tips on how to make the right food and drink choices over the holiday season to not derail your training. And our week in training.


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Embrace Running 147: Running Shoe Trends

This week, we talk about eight hot running shoe trends for 2015. Ragnar Trail Tahoe is back for 2015. The female winner at the Dallas Marathon has an interesting finish. No running allowed at Smith Park in Tennessee. And our week in training.


Running Shoe Trends
Park Bans Trail Running
Hunter Mistakenly Shoots Runner 
Dallas Marathon Finish
Across The Bay 
Ragnar Trail Tahoe 

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Embrace Running 146: Running Gift List

This week, we talk about our top ten gifts for runners. The Northface Endurance Challenge SF was this weekend and Hoka athletes finish on top. Some lottery results for Hardrock and Western States. A new treadmill 100k record is set. Volunteering at a race aid station. A new female course record for CIM was set this weekend. Elena is part of the Modesto Marathon ambassador team. And our week in training which includes some trail running.


The North Face EC 50 Results 
100k Treadmill World Record 
CIM Course Record 
The Montane Spine Race Film 
Idle Feet Do The Devil’s Work 
Ray Charbonneau’s Website 

Use the code ELENAC to save $5 off registration for the Modesto Marathon

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