Phidippides Atlanta

It's our 5th Anniversary this month. As part of the celebration, we will post flashback episodes all month long to celebrate and say thank you. If it were not for you, our Runcation Nation community, we would not have had this show for the last five years, had some of the most amazing experiences, and created lasting friendships in this community.

Next up is our very first BIG interview on the show and the first time we talked with Olympian and America’s Coach, Jeff Galloway.

Welcome back to Run Eat Drink Podcast!

In this episode, I want to share the method I use for races of all distances. I discovered his method in January 2011, when I ran my first half marathon at Walt Disney World. I was an inexperienced runner who found a book online with a running schedule, tried to follow it, and headed to the race. Mistakes were made. I would describe that experience as painful and a real struggle, although I crossed the finish line with my husband and accomplished the goal. At the race expo, Jeff gave a motivational talk about his method. He talked about taking walk breaks so you can finish strong. Those walk breaks are short, 30 seconds or less, and protect you from running out of gas at the end of the race. He said it does not matter whether you are trying to qualify for Boston or complete your first race. You can use this method to pass others at the end, finish with a smile, and still have the energy to celebrate afterward.

When we got home and started to train for our next race, his words were in the back of my mind. I researched and found that he had a whole program and that there was "an app for that" from LoloFit. It gives you a training plan based on your goal and a recommended ratio for running and walking. Jeff's voice tells you when to run and when to walk and drops in occasionally with motivation and encouragement to keep going during the workouts. I cannot tell you what a difference it made in training, motivation, and performance. I became one of his e-coach clients and have been an avid supporter ever since!

On Sunday, August 6th, 2017, America's Coach and Olympian Jeff Galloway hosted a 3-hour running school in Orlando, Florida, at the Track Shack. This gave me an excellent opportunity to share what his method is all about and why it works. It was such a great experience, and afterward, we sampled some tasty food and beverages right around the corner at Santiago's Bodega.

Jeff took the time to do an interview with us, and he gave us so much great information, so we are breaking up his interview into three separate podcast episodes. This is the first part of his chat with us.

Jeff talks about the history of the run-walk-run method and how he became "America's Coach." In part two, we will explore the science behind the technique, and in the final part of his interview with us, Jeff shares resources for anyone who wants to use his run-walk-run method.

Special thanks to the Orlando Track Shack, Jeff Galloway, and Santiago's Bodega for allowing us to film this episode. Here are some resources to find out more about his method and the delicious food and beverages we tried.

Phidippides Atlanta- Jeff's Running Store in Atlanta, GA
http://www.phidippides.com/

Track Shack Orlando
http://trackshack.com

Run Disney
https://www.rundisney.com

Lolo Fit Apps by Jeff Galloway on iTunes (Now the App Store)
http://lolofit.com/apps/easy_5k_with_jeff_galloway
http://lolofit.com/apps -marathon-with-jeff-galloway

Jeff's Websites for training resources, Jeff Galloway 13.1 JG 13.1 Race Weekend, and his blog
http://www.jeffgalloway.com
https://jeffgalloway131.com
http://jeffgalloway.typepad.com

Jeff's Training calendars for RunDisney
https://www.rundisney.com/training/running/

Jeff's YouTube Videos
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP_hsvva_nH70z1RbNSbDIw

Santiago's Bodega
http://www.santiagosbodega.com/home.php?restaurant=2

Terrapin Beer Co.
http://terrapinbeer.com/portfolio-item/sound-czech/
Let us know what you think! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, or leave comments to tell us your thoughts about the episode or let us know about races we should run, restaurants we need to visit, or places where we can sample tasty beverages and share them with everyone. Our goal is to share these experiences so everyone can accomplish, explore, and indulge, too!

THAT'S A WRAP!
If you choose to indulge, please drink responsibly by having a designated driver or taking a rideshare service. Stay safe, Runcation Nation!

Are you ready for the Phidippides Challenge? Run 327 miles in the footsteps of the original ultramarathoner and learn about the history of marathon and ancient Greece along the way.

This virtual challenge is open to individuals of all ages and abilities. Unlike other virtual challenges, when you participate in the Phidippides Challenge there is an educational component and history lesson are unlocked as you progress.

You will learn about the conditions in 490 BCE, about the exalted hemerodromos (all-day runners), and why Phidippides ran further than 26.2 miles.

Upon completion of the Phidippides Challenge all participants will receive a beautifully designed commemorative medal and race shirt.

Register today and Καλή Τύχη (Good Luck!)

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Phidippides Atlanta Jeff Galloway

CLOSED - It’s the best time of the year - 12 Days of Giveaways is here! 🎄🎁

On the 6TH DAY of Christmas, Burn Sandy Springs gave to me a $25 gift certificate from EPYK Media and a 30oz Burn Tumbler — perfect for that post Afterburn smoothie 🧋

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Win chances for prizes just for registering for the SSEF Footprints for the Future Virtual 10K/5K/Cycling & Step Challenge! Did you know can win a helmet signed by the Atlanta Falcons' Matt Ryan , a $100 gift card from Amazon.com, Solomon Brothers Fine Jewelry Watches, Phidippides Atlanta gift cards & more! Sign up today to support Sandy Springs Education Force: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/WHEREYOUCHOOSE/Footprints5K10K

Sandy Springs Education Force is offering a chance to win a Falcons helmet signed by Matt Ryan, courtesy of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, watches from Solomon Brothers Fine Jewelry, Phidippides Atlanta gift cards, an Amazon.com gift card and more! Register for the SSEF Footprints for the Future Virtual 5K/10K/step and cycling challenge! Sign up today, and mark your calendar for Oct 30th for the KICK OFF at the Sandy Springs Farmers Market! https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/WHEREYOUCHOOSE/Footprints5K10K

First in-person presentation after a year of Zoom!😱

The rain might have stopped us from running but I had so much fun sharing a little bit of what I do and why I do it with Phidippides Atlanta women’s group!🏃🏽‍♀️

It’s always awesome hearing other runners stories and learning from them. I’m already looking forward to the next presentation!🙏🏼

Thank you for having me!😍

Sharing photos from my Phidippides Atlanta Tie Dye Birthday Bash! I love the drawing of me and Barb? Do you see a resemblance?

Support Piedmont Heights’ local running store when you participate in their weekly run/walk 🏃‍♀‍

Phidippides Atlanta at Ansley Mall has begun hosting a weekly group run/walk on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm. Phidippides Atlanta staff members Amy and Duane lead the 3-4-mile community run through Midtown.

Visit phidippides.com for more info 📲

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