In this episode I host Hilary to talk about her book “Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete: A Portrait of a Non-Athletic Triathlete”I know, triathlon is not a topic I normally cover in this podcast but running is part of triathlon and to be honest we mostly talked about running.If you want to reach out to Hilary, feel free to follow her on Instagram:hilarytopper And if you are interested in her book you can find it at:Barnes & Nobleit's available as paperback or e-book.Hilary also wrote the book "Unlocking the Triathlon: The Beginner's Guide to Competing in a Triathlon Anyone Can Tri"The book will be available from January 2026. You can order / preorder the book at:Barnes & Noble
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Guide to sub 30 minute 5k
Sub 30 minute 5k is one of the first goals you make when you start running. Therefore I decided to record this episode and give you my insights what it takes to run a sub 30 minute 5k.You can find the training plan on the Run And Smile webpage, just click on the link: Guide to sub 30 minute 5k
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Small changes can lead to big things
Over the last few months I did some small changes to my running approach and yes, I hope they will lead to big things. We can all get stuck in the same routine after some time and then at latest is the time to make some changes.Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try out new things. Some will work for you, others won't. As with most things running: don't try to replicate another runner. What work for one, might not work for the other.
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Manchester Marathon with Tina
Manchester Marathon was one of the subjects we talked about. You will find lots of tips and advice from Tina, find out about her running journey and hear about her future plans.She is an amazing young women, running for a very special cause.
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It's OK to have a bad run
Just today I had a run that didn't go to plan. But that's ok. We still get benefits out of such runs and I'm sure there is no one, who can perfectly execute each run.I analyzed my run and I know the reasons, why today's run didn't go to plan. What's most important: I laced up my running shoes and went out running. That's what counts.
Who am I? An average runner over 50 who like to enjoy running. Every now and then I also go to a race ... mostly marathons and Half Marathons.
In this podcast you will fine tips and motivation for average recreational runners and those of you who want to get into running.
I will try to interview other average runners, include training tips, my running updates and answer different running related questions.
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