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Hey YOU! The one at the back of the pack of runners. Think you’re “too fat” to run, “too slow” to run, “too ____(fill in the blank)” to run? Then the 300 Pounds and Running Podcast is for you! Whether you’ve just started or need a fire lit under your ass to get you off that couch, I’ll share my best advice, inspiring stories, and running tips. Who am I? (Good question.) I’m Martinus Evans. I’m an RRCA run coach, author, and award-winning speaker. But more importantly I’m a big guy. Who runs. No…really. I’ve run 5k’s, 10k’s, half-marathons, and marathons! So I know your struggles. I know your hesitations. And I want to help you become a runner! So if you’re looking for a place to start your journey to better health, look no further. Let’s do this! Our show notes and additional information can be found at www.300poundsandrunning.com.
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300PAR 014: Ted Spiker From Runner's World Big Guy Blog 0
Mar 27, 2017

What's up goal crushers in this episode we talk with Ted Spiker. Ted is the face of the Big Guy Blog, Runner's World contributor (and former Marathon Virgin blogger) Ted Spiker writes about what it’s like being a size-XL runner in a size-M world. He covers running, weight loss, and cool workouts that help his running, as well as his weakness for [insert just about any food]. On top of that Ted is a scholar, author and speaker. In this podcast Ted talks to us about who he is, his evolving relationship with running (the good, bad and the ugly), his book- Downsize, and lastly he gives new runners advice to help them crush their goals.   [Tweet "Enjoy the little victories and stop beating yourself up! - @ProfSpiker"]  

Show Notes

  • 0:59 - Who is Ted Spiker? - Scholar, Journalist and Health Advocate
  • 2:49 - Learn about Ted’s weight loss/gain story. - “Food is darn good!”
  • 5:52 - Ted discusses the diets that he has tried - I never bought into the “plans”...I would key use principles from each of the diets.”
  • 9:27 - When did Ted feel the need it was time to take action in his health journey? - “I stepped on the scale and was shocked.”
  • 12:04 - Learn how Ted first discovered running...the good and bad -
  • 15:20 - Ted talks about his most challenging race and his biggest takeaway. - “I am a little self confident about races but I still do them.”
  • 18:47 - How has running impacted other areas of Ted’s life. - “Running has open the doors to so many different communities and friendships for me.”
  • 22:29 - Ted’s favorite product. - One hint it has to do with chafing!
  • 25:10 - What advice would tell give to his past self? -Enjoy the process!
  • 28:19 - Ted gives advice to new runners who maybe hesitant on getting started. -” Get a plan and a program.” “Get a tribe or a squad...don’t do it alone.”
  • 30:18 - Ted gives his favorite weight loss and running resources.
  • 33:10 - Ted talks about his book, “Downsize”.
  • 34:42 - Ted’s Goals
  • 35:44 - Ted’s words of wisdom. “Stay within yourself!”

Resources Mentioned During the Podcast

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tX33QRPVK3k

How do I Contact Ted Spiker?

What you missed in the last episode?

In episode 13, we sat down with Jill Angie and we talked about being a 300 pound runner and how running changed his life. Check out 300 Pounds and Running Podcast episode 13 now!

Podcast Details:

I Appreciate Your iTunes Reviews!

Getting a 5-star rating and/or written review is incredibly important for this show. It helps with ranking and with generating the necessary exposure that gets this podcast out in front of other runners. But it is even more important to me! I read each and every comment and really take them all to heart. They provide encouragement that what I am doing is getting noticed and that the show is getting listened to. I am so thankful to those who have recently gone into iTunes to provide a five-star rating and written a review of the 300 Pounds and Running Podcast. That’s why I’m asking YOU to please provide your boy rating and/or write a review on iTunes. You can do so by following the instructions below:

  1. Go to the show’s iTunes Page or search “300 Pounds and Running” from iTunes if you aren’t already a subscriber.
  2. Open the page in the iTunes app, and click on the number of stars for the rating you think I deserve.
  3. Write a sentence or two to share your comments.   A million thanks in advance!

That’s it for now. Keep crushing those goals, and we’ll be back next time!

300PAR 013: How Jill Angie Started Running in the Body That She's In 0
Mar 20, 2017
What's up goal crushers in this episode we talk with Jill Angie. Jill is the founder of Not your Average Runner. Jill’s website has everything from a blog, training programs and books. It is a one stop shop for how to start running in the body that you are in. In this podcast Jill talks to us about who she is, her relationship with running, and lastly she gives new runners advice to help them crush their goals. Proceed as if success is inevitable! - Jill Angie

Show Notes

  • 1:25 - Who is Jill Angie and find out when she thought she was a “real” runner.
  • 3:33 - Jill discusses her weight gain/loss journey. “ I had to start running in the body that I was in.”
  • 8:54 - Jill shares how she first discovered running. - “I used to use running as punishment.”  
  • 14:29 - Jill shares how running has impacted her life.- “Stay in your lane and focus on what you need to do in this moment.”
  • 17:10 - Jill’s most challenging race and her biggest takeaway.
  • 21:41 - Jill’s favorite running product. - “If it was good enough for Oprah...it was good enough for me...The Enell Sport Bra is life changing.”
  • 24:36 - What would Jill tell her pass/younger self. - “Don’t use food as a distraction.”
  • 26:16 - Jill gives words of advice for those that are new to running or starting a weight loss journey. “If you can walk for 45 minutes...you can do a 5K.”
  • 27:28 - Jill shares her favorite weight loss and running resources.
  • 29:50 - Jill’s Goals
  • 31:15 - Words of Wisdom from Jill.
 

Resources Mentioned During the Podcast

 

How do I contact Jill Angie?

What you missed in the last episode?

In episode 12, we sat down with Marc Applewhite and we talked about being a 300 pound runner and how running changed his life. Check out 300 Pounds and Running Podcast episode 12 now!

Podcast Details:

I Appreciate Your iTunes Reviews!

Getting a 5-star rating and/or written review is incredibly important for this show. It helps with ranking and with generating the necessary exposure that gets this podcast out in front of other runners. But it is even more important to me! I read each and every comment and really take them all to heart. They provide encouragement that what I am doing is getting noticed and that the show is getting listened to. I am so thankful to those who have recently gone into iTunes to provide a five-star rating and written a review of the 300 Pounds and Running Podcast. That’s why I’m asking YOU to please provide your boy rating and/or write a review on iTunes. You can do so by following the instructions below:
  1. Go to the show’s iTunes Page or search “300 Pounds and Running” from iTunes if you aren’t already a subscriber.
  2. Open the page in the iTunes app, and click on the number of stars for the rating you think I deserve.
  3. Write a sentence or two to share your comments.   A million thanks in advance!
That’s it for now. Keep crushing those goals, and we’ll be back next time!  
300PAR 012: How Running Changed Marc Applewhite's Life 0
Mar 13, 2017

[smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/300poundsandrunning/12_300PAR_012__Marc_Applewhite.mp3" title="Marc Applewhite" ] What’s up goal crushers in this episode we talk with Marc Applewhite. Marc is Renaissance man who doesn't take life too seriously, he works hard, plays hard and loves hard.  He lives in the moment. On top of that he is a 300 pound runner! In this podcast Marc talks to us about who he is, his evolving relationship with running, and lastly he gives new runners advice to help them crush their goals. [Tweet "They said..”You are to big to be out there running," I am so glad I didn’t listen! -Marc Applewhite "]

Show Notes

  • 0:46 -Who Marc Applewhite?
  • 1:51 - Marc discusses his weight gain/loss journey. -”I am your typical weight gainer...I ate a lot and didn’t workout.”
  • 4:23 - Learn how Marc first discovered running
  • 6:34- Marc talks about his early training (running) experience. - I ran 30 seconds and I was winded...The first day I wanted to quit.
  • 9:19 - Marc talks about his first run and how a guardian angel help him complete it
  • 12:38 - Learn about the reactions Marc received after he shared his running journey with family and friends.
  • 15:05 - “Big, black and running….it’s not many of us out here.”
  • 18:26 - Learn how running has impacted Marc’s life. Running has taught me if you put in the work...you get results and I am not just talking weight loss.”
  • 22:32 - Marc discusses his most challenging race and what he learned from it.
  • 27:14- Marc talks about his weight and his finishing time for his first marathon.- “Listen if Al Roker can do it..so can I.”
  • 33:58 - Marc’s favorite products
  • 39:55 - Marc gives words of advice for those that are new to running or starting a weight loss journey. - “Start small!” “Don’t do to much to quick.”
  • 41:10 - Marc gives his favorite weight loss and running resources for new runners.
  • 42:30 - Learn about Marc’s Goals
  • 50:35 -Words of Wisdom from Marc  and how to contact him. -”It doesn't matter how slow you go...it just matters that you go.”

Resources Mentioned During the Podcast

How do I contact Marc Applewhite?

 

What you missed in the last episode?

In episode 11, we sat down with Ashley Dosher and we talked about all things body image, being in the back of the pack, and being your own hero. Check out 300 Pounds and Running Podcast episode 11 now!

Podcast Details:

I Appreciate Your iTunes Reviews!

Getting a 5-star rating and/or written review is incredibly important for this show. It helps with ranking and with generating the necessary exposure that gets this podcast out in front of other runners. But it is even more important to me! I read each and every comment and really take them all to heart. They provide encouragement that what I am doing is getting noticed and that the show is getting listened to. I am so thankful to those who have recently gone into iTunes to provide a five-star rating and written a review of the 300 Pounds and Running Podcast. That’s why I’m asking YOU to please provide your boy rating and/or write a review on iTunes. You can do so by following the instructions below:

  1. Go to the show’s iTunes Page or search “300 Pounds and Running” from iTunes if you aren’t already a subscriber.
  2. Open the page in the iTunes app, and click on the number of stars for the rating you think I deserve.
  3. Write a sentence or two to share your comments.   A million thanks in advance!

That’s it for now. Keep crushing those goals, and we’ll be back next time!

300PAR 011: How Ashley Doser Lost Over 175 Pounds 0
Mar 6, 2017
What's up goal crushers in this episode we talk with Ashley Dosher. Ashley is a mother, cook and a newlywed. Oh did I forget to mention she has lost over 175 pounds and is a self proclaimed “back of the packer”. In other words she is our type of people! In this podcast Ashley talks to us about who she is, her relationship with running, and lastly she gives new runners advice to help them crush their goals. "He laughed at me and said I was never going to make it." -Ashley Dosher  

Show Notes

  • 00:40 - Who is Ashley Dosher?
  • 1:27 - Ashley discusses her journey with weight gain and loss  and how it impacted her life. - “I started eating my feelings.”
  • 2:40 - Learn about the diets/weight loss programs that Ashley tried.
  • 3:47 - Time for action - Learn what inspired Ashley to start running. -‘I quit my job and ran/walked four miles...that was the day I fell in love with running.”
  • 5:20 - Ashley discusses her first run. -  “I thought I was going to die but I kept going”
  • 5:54 - Ashley shared feedback she received when she shared her running journey with family and friends.- “I tell my mom she is crazy for fishing and she tells me I am crazy for running...we just don’t understand each others world...in the end it all works out.”
  • 8:39 - Ashley shares the impact has had on her life. “I am not afraid to stand on a ladder.”
  • 10:43 - When did Ashley start to see “results” from her running journey. “At six months, I thought to myself..it’s time to get new clothes..this belt is not cutting it.” Oh I have calves...this is nice.”
  • 12:07 - Ashley most challenging race and her biggest takeaway. “My first race was an eye opener but it made me love running anymore.”
  • 16:11 - Ashley gives advice to first time runners who may be skeptical of starting their journey. “ “Find a support system...online or in person.”
  • 18:13 - Ashley gives her favorite weight loss and running resources.
  • 19:07 - Ashley’s goals. “I want to run 800 miles!”
  • 20:50 - Ashley’s words of wisdom. - “If you want to run...all you need is a pair of shoes.”

Resources Mentioned During the Podcast

How do I contact Ashley Dosher?

What you missed in the last episode?

In episode 10, we sat down with Jill Grunenwald and we talked about all things body image, being in the back of the pack, and being your own hero. Check out 300 Pounds and Running Podcast episode 10 now!

Podcast Details:

I Appreciate Your iTunes Reviews!

Getting a 5-star rating and/or written review is incredibly important for this show. It helps with ranking and with generating the necessary exposure that gets this podcast out in front of other runners. But it is even more important to me! I read each and every comment and really take them all to heart. They provide encouragement that what I am doing is getting noticed and that the show is getting listened to. I am so thankful to those who have recently gone into iTunes to provide a five-star rating and written a review of the 300 Pounds and Running Podcast. That’s why I’m asking YOU to please provide your boy rating and/or write a review on iTunes. You can do so by following the instructions below:
  1. Go to the show’s iTunes Page or search “300 Pounds and Running” from iTunes if you aren’t already a subscriber.
  2. Open the page in the iTunes app, and click on the number of stars for the rating you think I deserve.
  3. Write a sentence or two to share your comments.   A million thanks in advance!
That’s it for now. Keep crushing those goals, and we’ll be back next time!  
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