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The Houston Running Zone

The ultimate podcast for runners in the Houston area, featuring the everyday runners who inspire us, clubs, gear, races and runcations. Houston “We’ve got the runs!”

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Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Instagram bacas18 Texas 10 Trail Racing Over Texas Fleet Feet Houston Achilles International Houston Goodr 

9/26/24 • 35:55

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Champions Running Association Cheering leads to motivationChevron Houston Marathon Ambassador Instagram grumblin_baldhtx 

8/12/24 • 38:01

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Coach to 5K appInstagram jonathan_therunningloco Running Alliance Sport Ambassador Texas Bridge Series Urban Locos Runners Balancing family and runningPacing Discount codes for Texas Bridge Series KM24JW05 KemahGA24JW05 GalvestonLP24JW10 La PorteTBS24JW10 Series

7/29/24 • 31:21

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Instagram gokurunner 3 Bros Running Company instagram YouTube Seabrook Marathon, Texas Bridge Series Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador 

7/15/24 • 37:35

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Instagram ddannugchiro Started Champions Running Association Groups for 5K, 10K, Half and FullCommunity first running secondInjury preventionFamily, life, work, run balanceSocials for engagementTexas Independence Relay Big Sur Half Baked Goodness 

7/1/24 • 36:20

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador Instagram yanceytheking ZFT Run Club Houston Running boom during lockdownMagic of running clubsCreating fomo, community and connectionsRuncationsPeace Runners 773 The only difference is the choice to do itStar Pizza 

6/17/24 • 45:11

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Instagram handle neccancerbilltBattling stage 4 Neuroendocrine Carcinoma cancer since 2018Exercise is a great distractionBrazos Bend 50K Trail Racing Over Texas 

6/5/24 • 43:21

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)From a mile, to a half marathon bucket list, to becoming an with Aramco Houston Half Instagram amyleecreelAramco Houston Half Ambassador Running saved my lifeGroup runs as a groupNorthside Running and Tri Island Girl Tri The Giant Fish & Jonah: A Bible story from a unique perspective ​​What do you have to prove

1/8/24 • 36:24

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon AmbassadorInstagram captlourunsBoston MarathonBalancing a crazy scheduleCross training

12/29/23 • 35:15

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador Instagram handle caseythemotherrunner From the gym to the treadmill to marathonsFather used to run the Tenneco Houston MarathonProject repatPacing Houston at 3:30Houston Striders Houston Half Marathon Beast PacingTrail Racing Over Texas Habanero 50KBrazos Bend 50 milerGalveston Marathon The Woodlands Marathon There is good in every day

10/18/23 • 56:05

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon Run For a Reason Raised over $35 million to local charities since 1995Sole Loved The Faris Foundation Houston Area Parkinson Society Mental Health America of Greater Houston 

9/18/23 • 46:11

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Runner to handcyclistBoston Marathon winnerHouston marathon winnerWebsite Instagram As a kid doctors said not to participate in sportsCar accident in 2006, 20 leg surgeries Overcoming victim mentalityStubbornness worksWork with you body not against itAchilles Houston Team Catapult Qualified for bostonHiring a dieticianHiring a coachRace Across the WestOver 900 milesOceanside, CA to Durango, COTwo person team, injured partner, did it solo10th anniversary of Athletes with Disabilities program Chevron Houston MarathonHouston

9/5/23 • 48:20

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Instagram handle j_runs__Doctor suggested him to change his lifestyleChanging habitsWent vegan and now a flexitarianGetting consistent and motivatedHealthy and convenientGiving back to the community2nd year as a Aramco Houston Half Marathon AmbassadorToughest 10K Kemah Convention Center Chevron Houston Marathon events Mexico City Half MarathonRun clubsYoga

8/17/23 • 33:39

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon AmbassadorInstagram handle sarahalfaro New pandemic runnerFor mental healthAramco Half Marathon defer to running the fullRunners High Houston HalfRunning three marathons in one yearChicago MarathonEffort to make time to exerciseDedication with a support systemBerlin MarathonElevate your running to elevate your life with Sarah Manderscheid Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador podcast episodeLatinas Run HoustonFreak Run Club

8/3/23 • 39:24

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador Instagram handle run_salutation_  Coming up on her 10 year legacy statusFinding the pacer20 years of yogaSan Antonio Rock and Roll MarathonThe Woodlands MarathonMarine Corps MarathonLatinas Run Houston Ambassador Checking out run clubsChampions Running Association Runners and walkers

7/20/23 • 31:39

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador Instagram alder.runFreaks run club Join a running clubTeam Catapult Scheduling running around other commitmentsMental healthFeeding your mind on a run with podcastsCrowd support at the race

7/6/23 • 52:06

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Instagram handle roro.runs 2024 Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador 2023 marathon is about the experience, not just the goalGet to the finish line and enjoy the raceInspiring at least one person to start running and have funLatinas Run Houston Katy Area Running Club Runners High Champions Running Association Scheduling in running a week in advanceInspiration from family members20 half and 2 full marathonsSigning up for a full if shes breaks a 2:30 halfSetbacks in runningPosting on instagram for helpMaking friends on social media2021 virtual Triple Challenge Houston MarathonSetting a 2024 marathon goalHouston Half The Woodlands Half Pearland Half Vintage Park Half Katy HalfAramco Houston Half San Francisco Half What makes the Houston Marathon race weekend specialTakeover TuesdayAsk for helpYour competition is yourself2022 Aramco Half Marathon experienceBrooks Running

6/16/23 • 49:17

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Hazkhett on Instagram 5K to a Chevron Houston Marathon in one yearMental health, fun and swagZFT Run Club Walkers, couch to 5K, to runners, super inclusiveNo runner left behindBreaking through the walls in runningHeadphones in runningJourney to HoustonRun Houston Minute Maid Rodeo RunMaking time to runIt’s about the supportLatinas Run Houston Find yourself a running groupJust go for a run, don’t think too hard about itTrail Racing Over Texas The Cowtown Marathon and ultra 

4/19/23 • 26:00

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Previous podcast episodeUltra running mindset with an ultra tribe with Lisa Decker 50K all the way to 100 milersDNF and not quittingStart to finishEnjoy watching finishersHere for funSnowdrop Ultra 55 hour race and relay Instagram handle ldkr5808 Tiktok account Trail Racing Over Texas Race credits from volunteeringJackalope Jam 6 hours to 100 hoursCold conditions motivate and create a good storyAccountability with friendsMemorial ParkEncouraging all pacesMeg Eckert Go out and try something newBarkley Marathons 

3/20/23 • 36:30

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)grace_salsarunner instagram Bayou City Classic registration Discount code Grace $8 offBCC Instagram page Started running in 2014Fleet Feet Sugarland thursday night runs2 miles to a half marathonHalf marathon training programRan in her moms honorKia Fort Bend USA Fit Half Marathon Aramco Half MarathonLululemon 10K Pacing don’t leave anyone behindChicago Marathon Bayou City Classic powered by Lululemon Saucony Star Pizza 

2/14/23 • 30:29

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Founder of the Harmonie Grace Foundation Black Men Run Walking to release stress and meeting others in the same situationStarting with one mile at a timeHarmonie Grace annual 5K Getting from 3 miles to 9 milesNo person left behindScheduling runs around a changing work scheduleLatinas Run Houston Lululemon 5K/10KRunning communityPeople of Memorial Park London Marathon 

1/27/23 • 20:44

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Previous episodesWalker to YouTube ultra runner celebrity with Jeremy Fermo Bringing big city experience to smaller cities with William Fermo 3 Bros Running Co 3 Bros Running YouTube channel Facebook page Instagram TikTok From runners to race directorsAll the lead up to race daySurprise expensesBarrides and police expensesShirts and medalsHow many runners do you need to break evenBring big city race experiences to small townsShannon Race 5K and 10KBig Pumpkin Race 5K and Kids KWorking on a Half Marathon Economic impact of a raceSalina Crossroads Marathon Race consultingAmerican Trail Association Conference Trail Racing Over Texas  The Running Event Running USA Chicago Marathon New York City Marathon Carbon plate shoesSustainabilityDiversity in racingYounger demographicFacebook, Instagram, TikTokFace behind the brandVideo vs static postsEngaging the audienceShort form to attract, long form to tell the storyBooze Dust How Filipino are youLindenXTwo Coffee 3 Bros shirts and hats for sale 

1/6/23 • 44:05

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon Ambassador Blog 5 things I learned about nutrition while recovering from an eating disorder1 Your body can not run on empty2 Carbs are not to be feared3 Post run nutrition is essential4 Hydration is key5 All foods fitTipping point to make a changeWarning signsInstagram handle Silo District MarathonChevron Houston MarathonWhat makes it special70.3 Ironman WacoShalane Flanigan Boston Marathon 

12/20/22 • 26:03

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)First ran Aramco Half Marathon in 20202nd year as a Chevron Houston Ambassador  to promote and have funRunning communityChicago MarathonMarathon weekend funCorporate job to run coach2019 quit to find something fulfillingRunning camp to give her ideasCertified running coachLove helping people feel confidentSeeing their hard work pay offElevate Your Running podcast Instagram Sara Instagram Working on something that you loveRunning affects other parts of your lifeCoaching is for everyoneStart with run walkingBoston qualifierUltra runnersRequirementsCommittedWork hardShow upHave funDon’t set yourself up for failureMeet yourself where you’re atWhat can you make time forNone of us have timeStick with the same scheduleAustin Myers partner in podcastLooking for community and trainingElevated momentsShare a moment or win for the weekCan be something that didn’t go well but you learned from itCelebrate your winsFocus on what’s workingMomentum buildingMore confidenceCommon obstacles to overcomeWe get in our headLean in to what you knowBelieve in yourselfBenefits of easy runningSara Hall Abbott World Marathon Majors 

11/16/22 • 35:04

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Alex’s 5K and Kids KNovember 5thMcGregor park12th anniversarySaint ArnoldReal foodKids program and 1KSusan Cita super volunteer$180,000 raised Autism Speaks HoustonAvondale HouseWestview SchoolPrevious episode AwardsCash for overall winnersAge group awards hand painted tilesRegister here Autism Speaks Kids K, 5K, 8KNovember 13thSugarland Town CenterPrevious episode Kids activitiesLocal breweriesRegister here Be as inclusive as possibleBe more empatheticBe self reflective about our biasesSmall acts of kindnessBe kindReward for participating in both racesDetails coming soon

10/13/22 • 26:30

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Making time to run as a momStaying motivated over the pandemicKung Fu Running Club with FFP Running Clubs New runners come on outLatinas Run Lululemon 10K tour El Tiempo meat market for authentic tacosTeam Catapult Running without a stroller for personal timeAlter Ego Running Nuun Hydration ambassador Houston Marathon Training Kick Off Party 2023 Chevron Houston Marathon takeovers, January 3rd Runner safety tipWear a light at nightFollow Glenda on Instagram Runners of Hou podcastThe Running Grind podcast

9/15/22 • 30:00

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Chevron Houston Marathon ambassadorMaking time to run around family timeTreadmill runningStress relieverInstagram handle vgoebruns 6 month training for Chevron Houston MarathonStarts with 3 miles6th year running the marathonFirst marathon memoriesTakeover tuesday on Instagram Fun along the courseChampions Running Association Houston Harriers BurnoutHiring a coachRun in numbers for safetyPrivate on StravaAftershokz

8/24/22 • 47:59

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Over 1500 racesIncluding over 150 marathons and ultrasPresident of the Road Runners Clubs of America, RRCAFeatured speaker at the HARRA summer banquetDolphin South End Runners RRCA State Rep 199-2004RRCA Outstanding RRCA State Rep of the Year 2001 and 2009RRCA Western Region Director 2015RRCA VP 2018RRCA President 2020 and 2022All about the RRCA InsuranceCoaching certificationRace director certificationClub resourcesKids run the nation grantsRunner friendly community (including Houston)June Harris with HARRADeena KastorMammoth Track Club RRCA Convention March 2023 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K Run the Sun 8K Swim from AlcatrazBay Area Running Club BARCSafety tipsCreating diversityStart smallInclusion with Ainsley’s Angels Marine Corps Marathon Napa Valley Marathon Boston MarathonNew York MarathonBig Sur MarathonChicago MarathonHuntsville MarathonAnchorage RunFest

7/6/22 • 54:23

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)On Your Left Marketing and Events Started events in Fort WorthAfter run beers 13 years agoSponsorship activation with Rahr and SonsOktoberfest 5KSaint Arnold Santo de Mayo 5K 2014Community vs running aloneSocial runs in between racesFlying Saucer and Saint ArnoldSupply chain issues Working on new formulas to make it workStarted running in 2000Qualified for Boston100 miles a monthSaint Arnold Art Car 5K April 2, 2023 Creating an awesome race experienceBand above the start lineBeer GardenParty stageFeaturing different cars each yearLaunching Art Car weekFood includedBeer includedPint GlassMedals in a series5 years and rebrandLooking to add a 10K for the 10th yearFundraised over $125,000 for the Greater Northside Management District Support the small community races in between the big racesVolunteer when possibleSupport your local running clubs

6/8/22 • 28:18

Text us interview suggestions (your phone number is kept private, to get a response leave your phone number/email)Wanting to do a 5K every month while pregnantWhile in nursing schoolNot just about runningIt’s not just a hobby it’s a movementHosts 5K Mamas Fun Run to raise funds every Mother’s DayTurned into over 20 races, 10Ks, triathlons, half marathonsBenefits of working out during pregnancyQuarterly workshops for overall healthInstagram handle 9monthsof5K Run Live a Dive Half Marathon Aramco Half Marathon Princess Half Marathon Niagara Falls Half Marathon Shout out to Snowdrop Ultra 55 race Chevron Houston Marathon interview 

5/18/22 • 23:32