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231: 8 Tips to Race 8K
The 8K is a very specific and less common race distance for runners. This episode covers 8 tips to race the 8K distance, great for people racing the Chicago Shamrock Shuffle or any 8K race.
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 231: 8 Tips to Race 8K
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230: Navigating the World Marathon Majors
Now more than ever, the World Marathon Major races are pop-u-lar. There's more interest, more entries, more sponsors, more pros. In this episode, we break down what the races are, how to get into them, the personalities of each race, and other things to know as you chase your six stars.
In this episode, we talk about Timeshifter, an app that helps reduce jet lag for long travel: https://www.timeshifter.com/
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 230: Navigating the World Marathon Majors
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...229: The Rule of Thirds
Ever have a workout that feels terrible and immediately question your fitness? What if we told you that you’re actually supposed to feel bad a third of the time?
In this episode, we break down "The Rule of Thirds" - a simple framework that can completely change how you see hard workouts, okay days, and breakthrough sessions - from Alexi Pappas’ book, "Bravey."
If you’ve ever panicked after a rough run or wondered if you’re pushing hard enough, this episode will reframe your entire training mindset.
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 229...
228: The Secret Pro Runners Use to Get More Out of Their Training
Periodization isn’t just for elites - it’s for any runner who wants to train smarter, avoid injury, and actually see progress. It’s the difference between just running and training with purpose. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a rut, or wondered why your workouts aren’t translating into faster race, this episode is for you.
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 228: The Secret Pro Runners Use to Get More Out of Their Training
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227: Retiring Old Gear
How do you know when shoes and gear are past their prime? In this episode we talk about the signs your gear is done and what to do with it when it's time to retire.
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 227: Retiring Old Gear
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226: Why You Need Spring Speed
If you want to get faster FASTER, you need to start speedwork in short bursts in the spring.
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 226: Why You Need Spring Speedwork
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225: How Sick is Too Sick To Run?
Let’s be honest: most runners don’t ask “Should I run when I’m sick?”
They ask, “How sick is too sick?”
Today, we’re answering that question before you turn a minor cold into a multi-week setback, and giving you a roadmap back to training after an illness.
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 225: How Sick is Too Sick To Run?
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224: Break Your Phone Addiction
Your phone might be the biggest thing holding your workouts back - and it’s not the music.
In this episode, we break down how phone notifications trigger stress, reduce focus, and quietly sabotage strength gains, skill development, and recovery. You’ll learn why even “positive” notifications impact performance, how distraction lowers training intensity, and simple, practical ways to use your phone intentionally instead of reactively.
We cover:
Why notifications put your nervous system in stress modeHow distractions lead to sloppy reps and longer rest timesThe difference between using your phone as a tool vs a tra...223: Benefits of EZAF (Zone 2 Training)
Most runners need to slow down to speed up. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of Zone 2 training (also known as EZAF) and how most runners should be using it.
EDGE Coach Quip Podcast: Ep 223: The Benefits of Zone 2 Training
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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana
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222: Gym Etiquette 101
It's the top of the year, gyms are busier than ever, and we are seeing some... questionable behavior. In this episode we are going through gym etiquette 101 so we all can have a more pleasant, more sanitary experience.
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221: 5 Things That Actually Improve Running Performance
Stop overthinking your training!
These are the only 5 things proven to improve running performance for everyone from 5K racers to marathoners.
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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana
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220: Predictions for Running in 2026
What will running look like in 2026?
From new tech to new shoes, training innovations and more, we give our predictions on the biggest approaching trends in the running industry and training in 2026.
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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana
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219: The Secrets to Hill Training
Hill running can increase speed, muscle strength, endurance, balance, and so much more, and training it can give you an edge in racing. In this episode, we break down how to climb hills, descend hills, and add this training into your plan for maximum benefits - in as little as six weeks.
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218: 8 Hacks to Make You a Morning Person
Struggling to wake up early for training (especially in winter?)?
In this episode of EDGE Coach Quip, we share 8 practical hacks to become an early riser, designed specifically for athletes.
You’ll learn how to:
Reduce morning friction with PM prepUse light and caffeine to reset your circadian rhythmMake early workouts easier (and more enjoyable)and more!Perfect for runners, triathletes, and anyone training before the day starts.
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217: Ultimate Winter Running Guide
Winter is here but we still need to train. Welcome to your Ultimate Winter Running Guide - how to stay warm, stay dry, and stay safe when running in the winter months.
In this episode we talk about Episode 187: Running in the Wind. Check it out for more tips on running in the wind.
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216: EDGE Athlete Lounge Memories - Part 2
The physical doors of EDGE Athlete Lounge are now closed and it was an awesome almost 12 years! We are evolving into EDGE Athletics (run/tri club, coaching and strength offerings) and will operate out of fellow small businesses (with a focus on women and minority-owned businesses). Stay tuned to our social channels for updates.
This episode is the second of two episodes all about looking back before we look forward. Buckle in, and get ready to laugh a lot! And please feel free to share your favorite memories with us!
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215: EDGE Athlete Lounge Memories - Part 1
We are closing our physical doors of EDGE Athlete Lounge at the end of November - and it’s been an awesome almost 12 years! We are evolving into EDGE Athletics (run/tri club, coaching and strength offerings) and will operate out of fellow small businesses (with a focus on women and minority-owned businesses). Stay tuned to our social channels for updates
This episode is the first of two episodes all about looking back before we look forward….this idea came from one of our EDGE members after we made our announcement. Buckle in, and get ready to laug...
214: Winter Training That Pays Off
It’s November. Most races are over, the weather’s turning cold, and a lot of runners hang up their shoes until spring.
But here’s the thing: winter isn’t the time to lose your fitness - it’s the time to build it. What you do in November and December sets the foundation for next year’s personal bests.
Today, we are breaking down how to train smart in the off-season: how to build strength, improve your aerobic base, and come into spring fitter, stronger, and more injury-resistant than ever.
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213: Number One Workout Hack
There’s one simple hack that is incredibly underrated to help you get your workout in that works for almost anyone, whether you’re starting, restarting, coming back from injury, or building. It doesn’t matter if you’re a total beginner, an experienced athlete, or what you’re training for
This one trick can make sure you get your training done: In this episode, we talk about our all-time favorite underrated workout hack.
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212: Nature Fix Runs & New Season
Even short runs or walks in nature can help you reset your body and mind. In this episode, we talk about our upcoming season and special Nature Fix runs to help you reset.
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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana
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211: Post-Race Blues
If you've ever found yourself feeling a bit down after a race, you might be experiencing the post-race blues. In this episode, we explain what it might feel like to have the post-race blues and how to get yourself out of it.
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210: Post-Marathon Hacks (to bounce back faster)
You've trained for and completed your marathon - NOW WHAT?! In this episode, we have 5 things you should (and shouldn't!) do in the week after your marathon - and none of them involve running. Here's how to maximize your post-race high and recover better to bounce back stronger.
Episodes we mention:
Ep. 160 on the Post Race Blues
Ep. 111 on the Reverse Taper
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209: 12 Surprising Things at the Chicago Marathon
We asked our EDGE Athletes for some of the most surprising or unexpected parts of the Chicago Marathon - and here’s what they delivered. In this episode we cover 12 of the most surprising & interesting pieces of the Chicago Marathon.
Good luck to all the runners taking on this race - we'll see you around Mile 18 at the corner of Taylor and Halsted (you'll hear us before you see us!). We can't wait to cheer you on!
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208: Tips to Make Race Day Smooth
“Marathon Race Day Tips: How to Run Your Smoothest Marathon Yet”
You’ve put in the miles - now it’s race day. 🏃♀️🏅 Whether you’re running your first marathon or chasing a new PR, the right preparation can make all the difference.
In this episode, we share essential marathon race day tips: from what to do the night before, to pacing strategies, fueling, and post-race recovery. Learn how to stay calm, avoid common mistakes, and run your smoothest marathon yet.
If you’re looking for marathon preparation tips, race day strategies, or advice to make your m...
207: Maximize Your Marathon Taper, Minimize Race Day Stress
Taper is a reduction in overall training volume, which gives you more time - and a lot of athletes spend that time stressing out. But there are things you can do in those few weeks to make race day substantially easier. In this episode of Coach Quip, we have 11 tips to help you leverage these weeks and turn taper time into race day power.
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206: 5 Tips to Nail Your Peak Week
Peak week in marathon training is the week of your greatest volume and longest long run. It’s also the week many runners fear or dread as months of training fatigue and doubts about your race set in. In this episode of Coach Quip, we have 5 tips to help you nail your peak week training to build confidence and fitness for race day. 🙌
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205: What To Do For Race Day If Your Training Sucked
What if you find yourself a few weeks out from your half marathon, marathon, or Ironman race and realize your training has sucked? Maybe you've skipped some key sessions or missed a few long runs, or have just been inconsistent in your training. In this episode of Coach Quip, we go through 5 tips on how to salvage your race - or adjust.
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Special Edition: Runner Safety
As the days get shorter and the miles get longer for fall marathon training, it's important to consider your safety - and the safety of those around you - out on your runs. In this episode, we talk about two incidents our runners have experienced recently and discuss ways to stay safer during your training. We also give tips for folks who may not be targeted but might see something happening to help you take action and intervene if you see something.
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204: Nail Your Final Training Block
With just a few weeks to go before taper, the final training block of the marathon build is when coaches see athletes really lean into their training, or totally self-destruct. In this episode of Coach Quip, we have 8 smart tips to help you nail your final training block of your marathon training plan.
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203: Running with Music
It’s one of the most controversial topics in running: to run with music, or without? People have very strong opinions on if you can still be a “real runner” and use music. In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of running with music and give you the definitive answer.
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202: What's Worth Tracking?
With today's fitness watches and wearables, there is a TON of data and metrics to follow and obsess over. But what's really worth tracking for runners? In this episode, we break down what to pay attention to and what you can skip.
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201: Advice for First-Time Marathoners (from experienced runners)
Each year, nearly HALF of all people taking on a marathon are new marathoners. In this episode, we asked our veteran marathon runners for the advice, wisdom and things they wish they knew before their first marathon. If you're one of the nearly a quarter million new marathoners this year, this episode is for you.
For more info about making the jump from a half marathon to a full marathon, check out Episode 198.
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200: The Best of Coach Quip
Coach Quip now has 200 episodes & to celebrate, we go through a few of our favorites and best-performing episodes for you to check out. Thanks for all of your support! In this episode, we mention the following episodes:
Ep. 5 (audio only) - The Redwoods
Ep. 91 - 5 Minute Tips
Ep. 96 - Social Recovery
Ep. 130 - The Magic of Time-Based Workouts
Ep. 147 - Steal from the Elites
Ep. 154 - Sleep Strategies (for the night before a race or event)
Ep. 156 - The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*** (Runner's Edition)
Ep. 186...
199: Small Daily Doses of Discomfort
Humans - by nature - take the easy way out…we would love to say we don’t, but we do! But growth in any part of our lives relies on what author James Clear refers to as "Small Daily Discomforts." What is a Small Daily Discomfort? It’s something that you do that’s not the ‘easy route’ intentionally to be a better version of yourself.
In this episode, we talk about small daily discomforts, why you need them, and how you can use them to grow into a better version of you.
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198: How Much Harder is a Marathon than a Half Marathon?
A marathon is double the distance of a half marathon, but it's not necessarily double the work. In this episode, we talk through just how much harder it is to train for and race a marathon versus a half marathon, and give you tips to get started if you're thinking about making the jump.
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197: 5 Rules for Injury Prevention
Nearly HALF of all recreational runners get injured - but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, we break down the 3 biggest risk factors for injuries and give you 5 tips to prevent injuries from interrupting your training.
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📹 Recording wizardry by Richard Mipana
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196: 4 Lessons from the Breaking 4 Attempt
After three Olympic gold medals and multiple world records, Faith Kipyegon attempted to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes at the Breaking 4 event in Paris on June 26, 2025. In this episode, we break down four lessons from her attempt that you can use to set your own records.
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195: How to Use a Pace Chart
To maximize your run training, your key sessions (tempo, speed, and long runs) will use different pacing. But how do runners figure out what their ideal pace is, and how can they get faster? In this episode of Coach Quip, we discuss how to use a running pace chart and how you can use it to level up, get faster, and reach your goals.
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194: How to Adjust Your Training Schedule
Life happens. In this episode of Coach Quip, we talk about how to safely move your training sessions around and still meet your training goals.
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193: Break Through a Plateau
If you feel like your training or racing progress has stalled, like you're doing the work, but not seeing the results... you may have hit a plateau.
The bad news is that they’re common, but the good news is that plateaus aren’t permanent.
In this episode of Coach Quip, we talk about what plateaus are, the most common causes of plateaus, and 6 practical tips for busting through your plateau to make progress in your training and racing.
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