33 Care Bear Stare

Yeah, you guessed it... we're both a little burnt out.  I mean, we still love running, but we're re-evaluating our relationships with our favorite sport.  If you're anywhere near as obsessive as we are, then you might be facing runner's burn out too!  Check in and see how we're coping.Don't stink!What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

In big epsiode Four-Ohh, Jim and Chris revisit the advantages and pitfalls of working with both training plans and running coaches.  We're gettin' back on the horse, y'all!Jim digs the Altra Timp5 trail shoeWhat do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

Hello?  Is this podcast on?  Jump in as Jim and Chris return to their mics after some much needed time off.  Running, and podcasting can both be a source of stress as well as joy.  We took time away form both to try and balance out life's other needs.  Join us as we talk about finding our way back into running.Jim loves his Speedland GS Oak trail shoes!  I just checked their site and they're sold out of size 10 for every shoe they make!  They must be doing something right.What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

Joins us as we interview our friend, Jessica to discuss her running journey and experience recently completing her first marathon.What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

It would have been 30 gifts, but Jim copied one of Chris'!  Runners can be so hard to buy for, especially during a stressful holiday season.  Let us make it easier for you!  Chris' ListUnder 50:Squirrel’s Nut Butter $15 for sticks $3-$25 for TinsZebra Hemp Rub $45Smartwool Merino Gloves $24 Smartwool Merino Beanie $30Tracksmith Brighton Neck Warmer $4850-100:Oofos slides $60Ciele Hats around $60Tracksmith ‘AMATEUR’ t-shirt $65Tracksmith Brighton Base Layer $88Miler Running Base Singlet $90100+:Roll Recovery R8 $140Salomon ADV Skin 12 Vest $160Tracksmith NDO Tights $198Tracksmith NDO Jacket $308Technogym MyRun Treadmill $4050What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

Jim and Chris are thankful they for their running family filling in for them on this very special episode of the podcast. Previous guests Barb and Carolyn host the podcast for the day and give some thoughts on things they are thankful for and try their hands at a Moment of Zen and Defend Your Gear segments.Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for listening!  HRM ProWhat do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

Jim goes solo this episode and talks about how running can turn into a bit of an obsession and start to become an unhealthy part of your life.  What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

Ok, we didn't actually count.  There are probably way more than ten tips!  Jim and Chris have both run in some really cold conditions.  That's hard to avoid doing what we love in the hinterlands of Chicago.Jim reviews Yak Trax for slushy conditions while Chris digs his Norda 001 G+ SpikesChris' cold weather running recommendations...>50°Shorts and Singlet45° - 50°Shorts and Merino long sleeve top, maybe Merino gloves40° - 45°Tights, Merino long sleeve top, Merino gloves, long socks35° - 40°Tights, Merino long sleeve top, long socks, light jacket, Merino knit cap30° - 35°Tights, Merino long sleeve top, long socks, winter jacket, Merino knit cap25° - 30°Winter tights, Merino long sleeve top, long socks, winter jacket, Merino knit cap, winter shoes20° - 25°Winter tights, Merino long sleeve top, t-shirt, long socks, winter jacket, Merino knit cap, winter shoes<20°Shorts and treadmillMoment of Zen is a little intense.  Sorry.What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

Jim goes solo this episode to interview his wife, Carolyn. Carolyn started her running journey at the same time as Jim but has taken her own path through her running career. Carolyn recently finished The Air Force Marathon and an awesome trail race. Jim also reviews the brand new Altra Via Olympus 2 in Defend Your Gear. Altra Via Olympus 2Ornery Mule Racing What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod

Join us this week as we spend an hour chatting with our buddy, Marc the cyclist!  Aside from spending lots of time on two wheels, Marc is also an avid runner.  He recently finished his first marathon up in Ann Arbor and crushed a local 10k.The Saucony Kinvara just might be Marc's favorite shoe!What do you think?  We'd love to hear from you!Email us at [email protected]: conversationalpacepodThreads: conversationalpacepodFacebook page: Conversational Pace PodcastTwitter: CPacePodTikTok: ConversationalPaceYouTube: ConversationalPacePod