Running on Carbs Podcast
Running on Carbs Podcast is hosted by Coach Val, a wife, empty-nester mom and executive level professional who has a love and passion for helping other driven women pursue their own running goals and plant-based way of eating. We talk about everything running related from training for races to mindset to prepping plant-based meals that fit a busy lifestyle. There are no apologies for loving carbs on this podcast! Yeah, protein is important, and we’ll talk about that too, but carbs are our jam. Although, we do [mainly] focus on the healthy kinds. Coach Val is a double certified run coach through UESCA and RRCA. She is also a National Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Coach that specializes in plant-based nutrition and a Correctional Exercise Specialist. Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs Join us on Facebook and YouTube at Running on Carbs Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Episodes

Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Improve running form and decrease pain with upper body strength training
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Is your cellphone ruining your running form? Headache after a run? Stiff neck or sore shoulders? It could be undertrained muscles.
Do you find yourself
Looking down while running
Tensing your shoulders
Crossing one arm over your body
Constantly bent forward over a phone or computer can cause neck, shoulder and back compensations that lead to poor form while running and eventually…PAIN!
This week, on the Running on Carbs Podcast, Coach Val lays out a 5 exercise beginner strength plan to help strengthen the muscles that can lead to poor upper body motor control and may be affecting your running form.
Say bye-bye to achy shoulders and HELLO sexy shoulders after this episode!
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! The BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link or click here to sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/bashful-badass-beta
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
June Apple Podcast Review Contest
Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Thursday Jun 20, 2024
10 Reasons You've Lost Your Running Spirit and How to get it Back
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
We’ve all been there; lack of motivation, low energy, can’t seem to drag ourselves out of the house even when we really love to run. So, what can be causing this lack of motivation and where did your running spirit go?
This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val, she gives 10 potential causes for what may be zapping your energy and leaving you unmotivated and stuck to the couch. Always one to provide useful tips, she also shares tips on how to get your running spirit back; whether that’s self-care or a swift kick in the “you know what”.
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! The BETA launch of the club is open now! Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link or click here to sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/bashful-badass-beta
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
June Apple Podcast Review Contest
Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Navigating Plant-Based Nutrition Labels
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Navigating and understanding nutrition labels as a plant-based athlete does not have to be confusing or overwhelming.
This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val, she shares a mini masterclass on nutrition labels; how to read them, what to look for and short cuts for quickly eliminating inferior product options. Take these helpful tips with you the next time you head to the grocery store.
As mentioned on the podcast:
www.nutritionfacts.org
Fiber Rule video:
https://nutritionfacts.org/video/the-five-to-one-fiber-rule/
The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner – available on Amazon and at your local library
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link or visit here: https://mailchi.mp/running-on-carbs/bashful-badass-beta
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
June Apple Podcast Review Contest
Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Running After Rehab: How to progress your running fitness after injury
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
You’ve graduated from physical therapy after an injury. Hooray! But, you’re on your own to advance your training and return to your previous running fitness. Now what? Where do you start while also avoiding future injury?
This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val, she shares her four fundamentals of a progressive plan to return to fitness. Whether you’ve been on the sidelines for 2 months or 12 months, the fundamentals remain the same.
Use these tips to build a plan that safely progresses you back to your previous running fitness and then beyond, in a safe and controlled manner to keep you running and off of the bench.
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the interest list to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
June Apple Podcast Review Contest
Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Thursday May 30, 2024
Run Harder, Faster, Longer with Tempo Runs
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
Want to know the secret to running faster over longer distances without burning out?
This week’s episode of Running on Carbs Podcast with Coach Val covers everything you need to know about these fun, yet challenging workouts. Whether you’re a novice runner or experienced marathoner, there’s a tempo run that’s just right for you.
Coach Val covers it all from explaining what a tempo run is and isn’t, to who should do tempo runs and when they should be incorporated into your training plan. Then, she shares three of her favorite tempo run workouts that you can try in your next training program.
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the waitlist to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
May Apple Podcast Review Contest (last week to enter for June 2024 drawing)
Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Thursday May 23, 2024
Bagels to Bananas: Pre-run, plant-based fueling for every distance
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
You know that eating a plant-based diet is good for your overall health, but did you know that your diet also gives you an advantage in training and racing?
During this episode, Coach Val discusses why plant-based diets favor the endurance athlete. She offers examples of food combinations and why they work and how to fuel for short training runs to racing a marathon, entirely fueled and powered by plants.
Link mentioned in episode:
Glycemic Index Guide
https://glycemic-index.net/
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the waitlist to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
May Apple Podcast Review Contest
Win an 8-week customized training plan!! Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. When you do, you’ll be entered to win an 8 week, customized training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Thursday May 16, 2024
Thursday May 16, 2024
Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. The information in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. If you have a medical concern or potential injury, you should seek advice and guidance from a qualified medical professional.
Every year, as many as 75% of runners will suffer a running-related injury. One of the highest risk injuries a runner can sustain is a femoral neck stress fracture. The question then becomes, what’s next and how do you return to the sport you love after suffering this type of injury. Is running again even possible?
Coach Val shares her personal journey through the winding path of diagnosis, healing, recovery and the comeback to running. The lessons learned along the way reach into every aspect of life, including work, sport, everyday activities and mental health.
Come along the journey and see that a setback is only a setup for a comeback, if you’re willing to protect your mind along the pathway to where you want to be.
National Library of Medicine article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6226070/#:~:text=The%20fracture%20line%20created%20with,the%20femoral%20neck%2019%2053%20.
Video: Key test for hip stress fracture:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYa_kRlTvjk
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the waitlist to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. Be entered to win an 8 week run training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list https://mailchi.mp/3121d5f70acc/podcast-notifications
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay

Thursday May 09, 2024
5 Tips for Attending Special Events as a Plant-Based Athlete
Thursday May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
Don’t let your cousin’s wedding or that work meeting derail you from your plant-based, athletic lifestyle. It’s just one event, but a gal’s gotta eat! Coach Val has 5 tips for you when attending special events and work functions when plant-based options may be limited or non-existent. Don’t worry, you’ve got this and Coach Val is there to support you with tips and tools to keep you fueled and strong.
ANNOUNCING the Bashful Badass Virtual Run Club!! As mentioned in this episode, the BETA launch of the club is open now. Sign up for the waitlist to receive details on the start date and founding member pricing.
Click here or DM the word “BASHFUL” to @Running.on.Carbs on Instagram to get the registration link.
Build community with other like-minded, plant-based runners in a hybrid virtual-LIVE atmosphere.
Founding members will lock in the one-time introductory price as a thank you for helping to shape and launch this unique virtual run club. Details available through the waitlist registration.
Please consider subscribing and sharing this podcast with other plant-based masters athletes who can use tips and encouragement. Be entered to win an 8 week run training plan when you share a screenshot of the podcast episode and tag @Running.on.Carbs in your post. A new winner will be announced once a month.
Follow us on Instagram @Running.On.Carbs
Join us on Facebook at Running on Carbs Coaching
Watch on YouTube at Running on Carbs
Sign up for our email list
Order training plans https://finalsurge.com/coach/RunningOnCarbs
Music by BoDleasons (Wings of Your Freedom) from Pixabay
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Running on Carbs Podcast is is a place for active people to come together and bond over running & plant-based lifestyle living. We hope you'll find helpful tips and inspiring stories that will carry you through your runs and everyday busy lives.
Our goal is to help you live your best life...on carbs! with every episode.