77: Running Galloway Style with Jeff Galloway
Jeff Galloway, Olympian and running coach to millions, comes on the show to explain how you can run the rest of your life. He’s been running for 57 years, and does a marathon a month, and definitely leads by example. We had such a fascinating conversation that it’s been split up in to two episodes. During the first part of our discussion we talk about:
Jeff’s experience as an overweight kid and how he started to run (it might surprise you)
Going from the Navy to training for the Olympic Trials and what helped him qualify for the Olympics
How he has helped millions of people start and/or continue running
How to empower yourself through running
How to take control of your mindset to be able to take control of your running
Why and how the changes in the run walk run configurations have taken place
What a magic mile is and why it’s important for marathon training
What to do if you are running two marathons in a short period of time
Next week we’re going in to specific details of how to start running, get faster, how to strength train and cross train, and why moving/running is so important for our brains.
Looking to find out how you can live your mantra through running? Click HERE and register to find out how you can get out of bed before the alarm goes off. You’ll also be registered to receive occasional emails about training tips and upcoming podcast episodes.
Liz Whitteberry comes on as our Runner of the Week, and by the end of the discussion, I’m ready to come down to Texas and run every race there is. Liz and I talk about:
Why she wanted to run Chicago Marathon
Her background as a mom, wife and professional
What she realized when turning 40 and the changes she knew she had to make
What happened every time she took an exam
What a lifetime of inactivity has on the brain and the body, what being active brought in to her life
How she started running and why she doesn’t recommend it
How long it took to build up 3 miles
How joining a Galloway group in 2009 changed everything for her
Races Liz recommends which are Cowtown Half Marathon in Fort Worth which also has a 5K, 10, Half, Full and Ultra, Fort Worth Marathon, Texas Threesome, Texas Quad, Whine Not a Marathon, and Not Another Marathon Double, and El Scorcho
Liz’s Inspiring Quote “You just might be the spark to someone else that might get someone to run or go another distance”
Serena Marie comes on and answers Lawrence Johnson’s question regarding what is the ideal body fat percentage for a runner.
Why it’s hard to have an exact percentage
Why you don’t want to be a certain body fat percentage the entire year
How Serena is saying that same thing as the authors of our book of the month for May and June, Meb Keflezighi of Marathon for Mortals and Dr. Jordan Metzl from Running Strong
What leads some runners training for long distances to weight gain
What to eat after a long run to refuel and replenish
Next week, Jeff Galloway is back on the show to finish our discussion and to give specific recommendations when it comes to runners trying to get a BQ, how to start running, cross training, strength training and what exercise does for the mind.
Contact:
Jeff Galloway:
Website: jeffgalloway.com
Facebook: /jeffgallowayfan
Twitter: @JeffGalloway
Liz Whitteberry:
Website:LizWhitteberry.com
Facebook: Liz.Whitteberry
Twitter: @elizabethwh
Serena Marie, RD:
Website: www.SerenaMarieRD.com
Facebook: /SerenaMarieRD
Twitter: @SerenaMarieRD
Instagram: SerenaMarieRD
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.