Feel Good Running | For the Everyday Runner!

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  Shari Ball-Garcia - “Run for Her Life: The Brutal Attack during a 1992 run on Maui that Changed her Life Forever” 20.04.2026 1h 9m

  Hey runners,I hope you enjoyed this episode and came away with some valuable insights on running safety. We’re all incredibly grateful that Shari survived what could have been a tragic outcome. Though her experience was life-altering, she has faced each day with strength since the attack in September 1992.Shari’s story is a powerful reminder to stay alert and take safety seriously on every run. Running is a wonderful and freeing activity—but it’s important to remember that unexpected situations can arise.Stay safe, stay aware of your surroundings, and keep putting one foot in front of the other.Keep on running,~JimHere are the links from this episode with Shari to explore further:Womans Running Magazine Article - I will never run alone againSan Diego Union Tribune - Chelsea’s Law introduced in SacramentoA&E - Inside Chelsea"s LawOther Feel Good Running Episodes that relate to survival, running safety, and self-defense tips:Episode 82 - Eliza Fletcher – Heinous, Senseless, Murder – Safety Tips from Tasha Ina ChurchEpisode 79 - Bonnie VanDeraa– A Story of Survival – Redux Episode 38 - Female Running Safety – A True Story about Being in an Uncomfortable Situation Episode 9 - Tasha Ina Church – Professional Self-Defense Instructor Thank you, runners, for listening to the Feel Good Running Podcast! Please consider sharing this podcast with your running friends and on your social media platforms if you like it. I do not spend money to advertise my podcast. Instead, I try to grow it organically, which is by you, my listeners, sharing it! Thank You!Remember to be kind to others, even if some are not kind to you. The world is terrifying these days, yet, we all need to make a difference now more than ever. So be aware, be safe, and enjoy your run! Peace everyone!
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  Tina Muir – Running for Real – Making a Difference 25.10.2022 1h 11m

  Tina Muir is the Founder and CEO of Running for Real. She is a strong influencer in the running community and hosts the top running podcast with 5.5 million downloads. Tina is making a huge difference in the running community. A not to miss episode!
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  Eliza Fletcher – Heinous, Senseless, Murder – Safety Tips from Tasha Ina Church 09.09.2022 1h 6m

  Eliza Fletcher from Memphis was violently murdered while out for a run. Disgusting. I discuss this and replay a interview with Self Defense Instructor, Tasha Ina Church. Worth a listen!
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  Julia Beckley – Adaptive Athlete – Making a Difference! 29.07.2022 1h 13m

  Julia Beckley from Denver, CO, is a push rim chair adaptive athlete. Despite her disability she pushes herself to the limit. She is making a difference. Hear her story!
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  Running Inspirational News and Stories – June 20, 2022 20.06.2022 30m

  Runner inspirational news and stories for June 20, 2022. Four Running Stories that are sure to inspire and motivate all runners! of all abilities!
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  Bonnie VanDeraa– A Story of Survival – Redux 25.04.2022 1h 7m

  On January 23, 2018, Bonnie VanDeraa survived a horrific life or death event. This is a re-release of my interview with this amazing woman and a story of survival!
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  Running Inspirational News and Stories – April 12, 2022 11.04.2022 32m

  Runner inspirational news and stories for April 12, 2022. Three Running Stories that are sure to inspire and motivate all runners! of all abilities!
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  Ben Reisinger – From 375 lbs to a 2:52 Marathon 28.03.2022 1h 8m

  Ben Reisinger from Denver, Colorado weighed 375 pounds in 2015 and in 2021 he ran a 2:52 Marathon. Hear his incredible story! It is amazing and Ben is an inspiration to us all!
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  Running Inspirational News– March 14, 2022 14.03.2022 32m

  Hello Runners, Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you enjoy it. This will be short and sweet. Check out the Show Notes below for links to the stories I mentioned this episode. Enjoy the last full week before spring arrives. And keep on running! ~ Jim   Show Timestamps [00:33] - Host Jim Lynch [06:34] - Back to Basics [14:25] - Running is for Everybody & Claire Thomas [21:21] - Zero to 50 in Seven Years ( Alyssa Anderson) [26:46] - State Trooper Toni Schuck [29:25] - Inspirational Running Quote /Jim episode close   Show Notes Back to Basics - Article, Best Running Advice - Canadian Running (Brittany Hambleton - Writer) - The Growth Equation Maniesto, Not easy Nailing the Basics Running is for Everybody - Article Runners World - Claire Thomas - Runners World Article ( Howard Calvert - Writer) Zero to 50 in Seven Years - Alyssa Anderson Valley News Article - Miles and Mountains Coaching Website State Trooper Toni Schuck - Saved runners lives by blocking a drunk driver - 10 Tampa Bay Article and Videos   Inspirational Running Quote Dedicated to State Trooper Toni Schuck who did the right thing! " In short, heroism means doing the right thing regardless of the consequences ~ Brandon Mull   Communicate Listener feedback is essential to Feel Good Running. Is there a guest you would like us to feature? Do you have any suggestions on how to improve the podcast? Whatever it is, we would like to hear from YOU! Send a personal email to host at jim@feelgoodrunning.com   Subscribe Get on our email list for the Feel Good Running Newsletter. You will receive a gift of 101+ Running-Related Links. All the necessary running links you will need right at your fingertips: Apparel, Podcasts, Training Programs, Publications, and more! Get on the list today! Click Here!   Share "Feel Good Running" Podcast Again, I want to thank you for listening to my podcast! You can help out by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcast, And please share the Feel Good Running Podcast with your friends and on your social media platforms. It would mean the world to me and help the show to grow!
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  Running Inspirational News– March 7, 2022 07.03.2022 28m

  Hello Runners,How are you? It's already March, and it's entirely possible you may have already run a race this year, or are training for a spring race, or maybe you are a new runner and now seeing results or just running for enjoyment. No matter, I hope you are injury-free and feeling great!So, I've not published an episode in over a month. February was tough, I caught a bad case of the flu, or maybe it was Covid. I was in bed for a week with no energy, chills, sweating, and feeling miserable and got behind in just about everything. I was also signed up to run the Vegas Rock n' Roll Half-Marathon which I had to bail. Frustrating to say the least. I'm fully vaccinated have my booster shot and still had Omicron right after Christmas last year, but the symptoms were very mild. Anyway, I feel bad I've not released an episode this long. So to make up for it, I am releasing two back-to-back weeks to catch up. I appreciate your understanding and value you all that listen to my podcast. In this episode, I have three stories for you:Where are you with your 2022 running goals? And some interesting 2021 statistics from Strava, the popular running app.I know there are several workouts you can do to increase your speed to run a faster race. One speed workout I found exciting and doable is from Coach Marilyn Chychota.How about a heartwarming story? John Hixon and his daughter Lauren Phillips recently ran the Antarctica Marathon. These stories will motivate and inspire you!As you may know, I am very involved with the Maui Marathon as the course director. Everything is set for the event on April 24th. I have a unique code for listeners that will give you 25% off the full or half marathon for the 2022 Maui Marathon. CODE: feelgoodrunning25 (case sensitive) This code does not apply to the Marathon Relay, 5K, or 10K races. Plan a vacation to Maui and wrap it around an incredible race experience! For more information, go to MauiMarathon.comRunners, if you know someone with a unique running story, please feel free to share it with me. You can Email it to me at jim@feelgoodrunning.comThank you for listening to the Feel-Good Running Podcast! If you like it, please consider sharing this podcast with your running friends and on your social media platforms. I would very much appreciate it, and it will help the show grow.Remember to be kind to others, even if some are not kind to you. It's good for the heart, mind, and soul. Good luck with all of your running goals, and stay injury-free. Peace everyone!~ Jim Show Timestamps[00:40] - Host Jim Lynch[07:06] - Strava 2021Statistics and 2022 Running Goals[13:38] - Need for Speed[19:16] - A bit Nippy - Antarctica Marathon[28:11] - Inspirational Running Quote /Jim episode close  Show Notes2022 Running Goals - Strava Year in Sports - Strava Runners Logged 2.4 Billion Miles in 2021 (Runners World Article-Writer Chris Hatler)Need for Speed - Coach Marilyn Chychota - Speed Article (Yahoo Sports- Writer, Emma-Kate Lidbury) - What is RPE (Outside Article - Writer, Kelly O'Mara)A bit Nippy - Antarctica Marathon - John Hixon and Daughter Lauren Phillips (American Press-Writer, Marlisa Harding) - Seven Continents Club Inspirational Running Quote" Summer Bodies are Earned in the Winter" ~ Unknown  CommunicateListener feedback is essential to Feel Good Running. Is there a guest you would like us to feature? Do you have any suggestions on how to improve the podcast? Whatever it is, we would like to hear from YOU! Send a personal email to host at jim@feelgoodrunning.com SubscribeGet on our email list for the Feel Good Running Newsletter. You will receive a gift of 101+ Running-Related Links. All the necessary running links you will need right at your fingertips: Apparel, Podcasts, Training Programs, Publications, and more! Get on the list today! Click Here! Share "Feel Good Running" PodcastAgain, I want to thank you for listening to my podcast! You can help out by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcast, And please share the Feel Good Running Podcast with your friends and on your social media platforms. It would mean the world to me and help the show to grow!
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  Running Inspirational News– February 2, 2022 02.02.2022 31m

  Hello Runners, How is it going? It's February, and we have already completed one month of 2022. I hope you are all healthy. Are you on track with your running goals for 2022? And for our new runners who may have started your running journey as a new year resolution, are you still with us? I guarantee if you stick with running, it will change you as a person. I just returned from Maui and had a wonderful time. So I spent much of my time prepping the course for the 2022 Maui Marathon coming up on Sunday, April 24th. The mile markings needed to be touched up, and the race course is now tip-top shape. And oh so beautiful! So consider running it this year! Just think of what a fantastic vacation this would be. And the good news is I have a unique code that will give you 25% off either the full or half marathon for the 2022 Maui Marathon. CODE: feelgoodrunning25 (case sensitive) This code does not apply to the Marathon Relay, 5K, or 10K races. While in Maui, I planned to run the 10K of the Maui Oceanfront Marathon instead; I helped the timing company at the halfway point of the half marathon. It was great to see all the runners as they turned to head back. A perfect morning! Of course, I saw many of my friends, and it felt like I had never left. Maui is forever in my heart, and who knows, I could once again be my home in the future. In this episode, I have four news stories for you. The first story is about our homegirl from right here in Denver, Brittany Charboneau, who won overall women for all four races at the Disney Marathon Goofy Challenge. The second is a story about how running makes you smarter. The third is about a remarkable woman Gretchen Schoenstein. And finally, a heartwarming story about Wrinkle the Duck, who ran the 2021 NYC Marathon. Enjoy If you know someone with a unique running story, please feel free to share it with me. You can Email it to me at jim@feelgoodrunning.com Thank you for listening to the Feel Good Running Podcast! If you like it, please consider sharing this podcast with your running friends and on your social media platforms. I would very much appreciate it, and it will help the show grow. And remember to be kind to others, even if some are not kind to you. It's good for the heart, mind, and soul. Peace everyone! ~ Jim   Show Timestamps [00:33] - Host Jim Lynch [06:48] -Gretchen Schoenstein [12:54] - Running Makes you Smarter [18:30] -Wrinkle "the Duck" - Ran 2021 NYC Marathon [26:04] -Brittany Charboneau [28:11] - Inspirational Running Quote /Jim episode close   Show Notes Brittany Charboneau - Top Woman winner in all four Goofy Challenge events at the 2022 Disney Marathon - ESPN Article - Website Running Makes you Smarter - Largest Organ (Top 5 of Everything - Noel James Riggs, Madrid Journalist) - 10 Minutes of Running can Boost your Mood (Changing America - Joseph Guzman Journalist) - How Running can Make Your Brain Work Better (Runners World - Jordan Smith Writer) - Study (Nature Publication - Scientific Reports) Gretchen Schoenstein - Running through Pain to the 100th Half-Marathon (Sonoma Index-Tribune - Caleb Logue Journalist) - YouTube Interview - Facebook Wrinkle "the Duck" - Ran 2021 NYC Marathon - Upworthy.com Article and Video - Wrinkle on Tic Tok - Wrinkle on YouTube - Wrinkle Interview on YouTube - Animal Kingdom Top Marathoners (Popular Mechanics - Brian Resnick Journalist) Inspirational Running Quote "Good Things Come to those that Sweat!" ~GoneForaRun.com    Communicate Listener feedback is essential to Feel Good Running. Is there a guest you would like us to feature? Do you have any suggestions on how to improve the podcast? Whatever it is, we would like to hear from YOU! Send a personal email to host at jim@feelgoodrunning.com   Subscribe Get on our email list for the Feel Good Running Newsletter. You will receive a gift of 101+ Running-Related Links. All the necessary running links you will need right at your fingertips: Apparel, Podcasts, Training Programs, Publications, and more! Get on the list today! Click Here!   Share "Feel Good Running" Podcast Again, I want to thank you for listening to my podcast! You can help out by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcast, And please share the Feel Good Running Podcast with your friends and on your social media platforms. It would mean the world to me and help the show to grow!Communicate  
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  Running Motivational News (2022 Running Tips Edition) 1-11-22 11.01.2022 26m

  Hello Runners! Welcome to 2022! I hope your new year is off to a great start. A few episodes ago, I mentioned that I’m very happy to be out of 2021, It was a year I just assume forget for many personal reasons. But hey, I’ve started the new year vertical and that is a good thing. I’m on my way to Maui this week to work on the Maui Marathon course which will be held on April 24th. I’ll also be heading up the Maui Oceanfront Marathon’s Cookie run this Thursday and running the 10K this Sunday. It’s been almost 2 years since I left Maui and really look forward to returning and seeing many of my friends. And yes, I sure miss Maui but must say I am very happy in Denver. Denver is a vibrant city with an incredible running community. I guess I’ve adapted. Well, for the first news segment this year, I wanted to provide some great information to get us off to a strong start and get us going with renewed motivation and inspiration. I found a few articles to help us amp up our running technique, build our strength and share some great pointers for those of us setting running goals for 2022. I signed up for the Las Vegas Half Marathon next month. I have a goal I’d like to reach and have some major work to do to hit it. If you are a new runner welcome to the wonderful world of running. It could possibly change your life. The easiest way to start running is to just start. It’s that simple. Don’t overdo it. You will see improvement every time you run. And, if you haven’t already, go to a local running store and consult a specialist. They will guide you to the correct running shoes, gear, and you can ask as many running related questions as you like. You will leave the store excited and motivated. And please be sure to consult a physician before you start any new exercise programs. I wish each of you an awesome, healthy, and successful 2022! Keep running! ~Jim Show Timestamps [00:34] - Host Jim Lynch [07:45] - Plyometric Exercises [13:30] - Effective Full Body Workouts for Runners [16:00] - Popular Running Tips from Runners in 2021  [23:18] - Inspirational Running Quote /Jim episode close     Show Notes Strides in Recovery - Leslie Gold - Feel Good Running - Episode #72 Most Popular Running Workouts for Runners in 2021 - Runners World - Author: Monique Lebrun 26 Tips to Help You Crush Your Next 26.2 - Runners World - Author: Scott Douglas 5 Best Running Tips from 2021 That You Can Use to Power Your Miles in the New Year - Runners World - Author: Monique Lebrun James Dunne - Running Exercise Videos on YouTube Noam Tamir - TS Fitness on YouTube Pete Pfitzinger - Olympic Marathoner and Author     Inspirational Running Quote for the Start of 2022 "If it's important to you, you'll find a way: if not, you'll find an excuse ~ Jim Rohn     Communicate Listener feedback is essential to Feel Good Running. Is there a guest you would like us to feature? Do you have any suggestions on how to improve the podcast? Whatever it is, we would like to hear from YOU! Send a personal email to host at jim@feelgoodrunning.com     Subscribe Get on our email list for the Feel Good Running Newsletter. You will receive a gift of 101+ Running-Related Links. All the necessary running links you will need right at your fingertips: Apparel, Podcasts, Training Programs, Publications, and more! Get on the list today! Click Here!     Share "Feel Good Running" Podcast Again, I want to thank you for listening to my podcast! You can help out by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcast, And please share the Feel Good Running Podcast with your friends and on your social media platforms. It would mean the world to me and help the show to grow!
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  Strides in Recovery – Leslie Gold, Executive Director 01.01.2022 43m

  Strides in Recovery is a LA based non-profit dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction through running and walking programs. This is a powerful episode featuring Executive Director, Leslie Gold.
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  Motivation “Runday” Monday – Jasmine Rice – Denver, CO – 12/20/21 19.12.2021 6m

  Jasmine Rice is our featured runner this week on Motivation "Runday" Monday. MRM is a short podcast episode to inspire runners and get your running week off on the right foot! Enjoy!
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  Running Inspirational News – December 6, 2021 06.12.2021 27m

  Runner's inspirational news for December 6, 2021. These running stories are sure to inspire and motivate all runners. Enjoy!
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  Running Inspirational News– November 23, 2021 (Heart Edition) 23.11.2021 15m

  Runner's inspirational news for November 23, 2021, Heart edition. These stories are all about the heart and sure to inspire and motivate all runners.
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  Running Inspirational News– November 10, 2021 10.11.2021 31m

  Runner's inspirational news for November 10, 2021. Runners and the human spirit are the theme of the stories for this episode. You will be inspired!
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  Running Inspirational News– October 26, 2021 (Halloween Edition) 26.10.2021 37m

  Runner's inspirational news for October 26,2021, Halloween edition. These stories are sure to motivate all runners to get out and run!
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  Running Inspirational News– October 13, 2021 (Minisode) 13.10.2021 38m

  Runner's inspirational news for October 13, 2021. These stories from everyday runners are amazing and sure to motivate all runners to get out and run!
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  Running Inspirational News– September 21, 2021 (Minisode) 21.09.2021 28m

  Runner's inspirational news for September 21, 2021. These stories from everyday runners are amazing and sure to motivate all runners to get out and run!