https://feeds.blubrry.com/feeds/the_natural_running_network.xml The Natural Running Network https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com Running is the most popular recreational activity in the world. More people run to achieve fitness than any other medium of exercise. Unfortunately, over 70% of the running community is injured due to improper training and running form. The Natural Running Network addresses these issues and provides highly relevant tips to help runners stay healthy. We also interview luminaries from the endurance world including but not limited to Obstacle Course Racing, Triathletes, Ultra-Marathon runners, Obstacle racers cyclists and all the support systems and professionals tied to these sports. episodic Richard Diaz Running is the most popular recreational activity in the world. More people run to achieve fitness than any other medium of exercise. Unfortunately, over 70% of the running community is injured due to improper training and running form. The Natural Running Network addresses these issues and provides highly relevant tips to help runners stay healthy. We also interview luminaries from the endurance world including but not limited to Obstacle Course Racing, Triathletes, Ultra-Marathon runners, Obstacle racers cyclists and all the support systems and professionals tied to these sports. podcast en-us Copyright 2025 The Natural Running Network Copyright 2025 The Natural Running Network Richard Diaz https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com https://assets.blubrry.com/coverart/orig/32159-1679423080.jpg The Natural Running Network Straight Talk and Expert Advice for Endurance Athletes Blubrry Podcasting: https://www.blubrry.com/ no http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss e7053bc6-fd32-550e-b716-9556cd16924f Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:00:15 -0400 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:00:15 -0400 Interview with The Movement Advocate, Dr. Steve Capobianco https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/interview-with-the-movement-advocate-dr-steve-capobianco-cofounder-of-rocktape/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1895 Richard Diaz Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:00:15 -0400 Read more →

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]]> 0:53:08 false Richard Diaz If you do not know how to identify and even become a first responder to overuse injuries your athletes deal with, you have no business leading them as their coach. I learned this early and have become a staunch follower in all facets of these ... If you do not know how to identify and even become a first responder to overuse injuries your athletes deal with, you have no business leading them as their coach. I learned this early and have become a staunch follower in all facets of these concerns and how best to meet them with incredible solutions, many provided by The RockTape company. https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/MovementAdvocate.jpg The Principles of Movement and Energy Efficiency https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/the-principles-of-movement-and-energy-efficiency/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1889 Richard Diaz Sun, 07 May 2023 09:19:14 -0400 Read more →

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]]> 1:15:05 false Richard Diaz Will Chung, grandson to the late creator of Soo Bahk Do, a Korean style of martial arts is respected as one of the great movement experts of our time. We recently learned of our connection through family and realized the synergy of thought we ... Will Chung, grandson to the late creator of Soo Bahk Do, a Korean style of martial arts is respected as one of the great movement experts of our time. We recently learned of our connection through family and realized the synergy of thought we also shared in our training philosophy. Anyone who aspires to improve their athletic abilities will benefit from this candid conversation. https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/youtubewill-1.jpg Defining The Hybrid Athlete https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/defining-the-hybrid-athlete/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1884 Richard Diaz Wed, 29 Mar 2023 15:48:44 -0400 Read more →

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]]> 0:43:53 false Richard Diaz Fitness competitions are all the rage. With the advent of #crossfitgames #hyrox and now #thenashvillefitgames we seem to be searching for the optimal body type and functional training to create The Hybrid Athlete. With the help of Devin Tolentino, Fitness competitions are all the rage. With the advent of #crossfitgames #hyrox and now #thenashvillefitgames we seem to be searching for the optimal body type and functional training to create The Hybrid Athlete. With the help of Devin Tolentino, Kimm Chase and Augie Christian and myself Richard Diaz, we discuss what it takes to achieve this standard. Defining The Hybrid Athlete https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/hybrid-podcast.jpg Minimal Running Shoes... an Interview with Steven Sashen https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/minimal-running-shoes/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1876 Richard Diaz Mon, 26 Dec 2022 11:24:42 -0500 Steven Sashen is the CEO and Co-founder of Xero Shoes, a company dedicated to the design of minimal running shoes and the belief that as close to barefoot in all we do is healthier and promotes longevity. It is a rare opportunity to find a running shoe manufacture who refuses to bend to trendy designs…

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]]> 1:06:24 false Richard Diaz Steven Sashen is the CEO and Co-founder of Xero Shoes, a company dedicated to the design of minimal running shoes and the belief that as close to barefoot in all we do is healthier and promotes longevity. Steven Sashen is the CEO and Co-founder of Xero Shoes, a company dedicated to the design of minimal running shoes and the belief that as close to barefoot in all we do is healthier and promotes longevity. It is a rare opportunity to find a running shoe manufacture who refuses to bend to trendy designs in the hopes of earning more money! Richard Diaz has long been a supporter of learning to run as our bodies were designed to function as seemingly unpopular it may be to avoid trendy fashion. This is a conversation that may cause you to rethink your next running shoe purchase. Minimal Running Shoes... an Interview with Steven Sashen https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Xeropodcast-2.jpg If Kipchoge ran BAREFOOT? https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/if-elide-kipchoge-ran-26-2-barefoot/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1869 Richard Diaz Thu, 03 Nov 2022 09:43:45 -0400 If Kipchoge ran BAREFOOT? Nike had invested a fortune to bring one of their Elite runners to the finish line of a marathon in under 2 hours. Elide Kipchoge did just that! Of course, Nike Monopolized on the event by creating a special racing shoe for him to wear which will pay them back 1000…

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]]> 0:47:01 false Richard Diaz If Kipchoge ran BAREFOOT? Nike had invested a fortune to bring one of their Elite runners to the finish line of a marathon in under 2 hours. Elide Kipchoge did just that! Of course, Nike Monopolized on the event by creating a special racing shoe... If Kipchoge ran BAREFOOT? Nike had invested a fortune to bring one of their Elite runners to the finish line of a marathon in under 2 hours. Elide Kipchoge did just that! Of course, Nike Monopolized on the event by creating a special racing shoe for him to wear which will pay them back 1000 times over. The question is… If Eliud was paid to attempt the Marathon BAREEFOOT would he have been able to better or at least match his amazing finish? There is a lot of controversy surrounding shoe design. Should a runner opt for zero drop? How about higher stack height or carbon fiber in the sole? Richard Diaz and Blue Benadum discuss these considerations and finally, what IF Eliud Kipchoge was to attempt the Marathon record barefoot? https://youtu.be/5K5OhUpzpv8 https://diazhumanperformance.com/shop/ If Kipchoge ran BAREFOOT? Interview with Rylan Schadegg https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/interview-with-rylan-schadegg/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1864 Richard Diaz Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:06:31 -0400 Hard to believe but yes it’s true! I did an interview after a long break from podcasting.  I said I wouldn’t do it unless I found someone interesting to chat with.  So… I reached out to Rylan Schadegg, someone I think is worth a look.  A fierce competitor new on the OCR and functional fitness…

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]]> 1:01:05 false Richard Diaz Hard to believe but yes it’s true! I did an interview after a long break from podcasting.  I said I wouldn’t do it unless I found someone interesting to chat with.  So… I reached out to Rylan Schadegg, someone I think is worth a look. Hard to believe but yes it’s true! I did an interview after a long break from podcasting.  I said I wouldn’t do it unless I found someone interesting to chat with.  So… I reached out to Rylan Schadegg, someone I think is worth a look.  A fierce competitor new on the OCR and functional fitness arena.  You can catch the video interview on my YouTube channel. https://youtube.com/c/RichardDiaznaturalrunningcoach Interview with Rylan Schadegg Time Trial Tips for Runners https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/time-trial-tips-for-runners/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1860 Richard Diaz Mon, 04 Jul 2022 16:15:19 -0400 Time Trial Tips for Runners… In most training plans runners follow, rarely do you see Time Trials. Blue Benadum and Richard Diaz felt that it’s a topic that runners should understand and employ in their training. How to do it, when to do and why to do them is covered here in this episode! In…

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]]> Time Trial Tips for Runners… In most training plans runners follow, rarely do you see Time Trials. Blue Benadum and Richard Diaz felt that it’s a topic that runners should understand and employ in their training. How to do it, when to do and why to do them is covered here in this episode! In…

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]]> 0:35:15 false Richard Diaz Time Trial Tips for Runners… In most training plans runners follow, rarely do you see Time Trials. Blue Benadum and Richard Diaz felt that it’s a topic that runners should understand and employ in their training. How to do it, Time Trial Tips for Runners… In most training plans runners follow, rarely do you see Time Trials. Blue Benadum and Richard Diaz felt that it’s a topic that runners should understand and employ in their training. How to do it, when to do and why to do them is covered here in this episode! In the conversation Blue mentioned the training plan he followed for Boston and the Book I wrote “Training the Dark Side” find them both as a bundle from this link: https://diazhumanperformance.com/prod… Who is Richard Diaz? https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/who-is-richard-diaz/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1855 Richard Diaz Sun, 06 Feb 2022 18:17:28 -0500 Who is Richard Diaz? it’s difficult to put a label on him and he would prefer you don’t. His notoriety is earned through his success as a coach and sports clinician and yes, he has written a few books. All the same he doesn’t like to be defined exclusively for these accomplishments. He has exceeded…

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]]> Who is Richard Diaz? it’s difficult to put a label on him and he would prefer you don’t. His notoriety is earned through his success as a coach and sports clinician and yes, he has written a few books. All the same he doesn’t like to be defined exclusively for these accomplishments. He has exceeded…

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]]> 0:43:46 false Richard Diaz Who is Richard Diaz? it’s difficult to put a label on him and he would prefer you don’t. His notoriety is earned through his success as a coach and sports clinician and yes, he has written a few books. Who is Richard Diaz? it’s difficult to put a label on him and he would prefer you don’t. His notoriety is earned through his success as a coach and sports clinician and yes, he has written a few books. All the same he doesn’t like to be defined exclusively for these accomplishments. He has exceeded retirement age with no interest in shutting it down. Blue Benadum an accomplished elite marathon runner who apprenticed under Coach Diaz. Richard is no bull shit coach, those who don’t know him will quickly learn what makes him tick. Blue set a personal best at The Boston Marathon with a finish time of 2:23. Richard Diaz agreed to sit for this candid interview. You’ll learn that he’s been around the block and has earned a great deal of experience from his travels. Most that follow his work these days are from the obstacle course racing space. Many know him as the coach behind elite athletes such as Hunter McIntyre and more recently VeeJay Jones. He also works virtually with clients from all parts of the world on a daily basis. His recently released book Training the Dark Side is a departure from traditional training practices and is worth reading. Be sure to visit his website to learn more about the services he provides and to get an update on his clinic “Road Show.” OCR for Beginners https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/ocr-for-beginners/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1843 Richard Diaz Fri, 21 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 OCR for Beginners! There is so much to know and learn if you’ve never participated in a Spartan race or any other OCR event, such as Tough Mudder, Savage Race. The first thing you should know is that they are addicting! It seems people can’t get enough of them, almost to a fault. In OCR…

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]]> 0:56:06 false Richard Diaz OCR for Beginners! There is so much to know and learn if you’ve never participated in a Spartan race or any other OCR event, such as Tough Mudder, Savage Race. The first thing you should know is that they are addicting! OCR for Beginners! There is so much to know and learn if you’ve never participated in a Spartan race or any other OCR event, such as Tough Mudder, Savage Race. The first thing you should know is that they are addicting! It seems people can’t get enough of them, almost to a fault. In OCR for Beginners we discuss things you need to work towards, what’s important, what is less important, basically things you need to know to crush your first Spartan Race! Your host, Richard Diaz is recognized around the world for the success he’s provided to some of the top athletes in the sport with a few world champions and many other elite athletes that have been influenced by his coaching. Leah Duhon is a fierce competitor who’s skills revolve around obstacle expertise is our co host and is on board to share some tips that will help you succeed in your first event! To see more on this topic, be sure to visit the YouTube page for this and other great videos to make you a better athlete! Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/tired-of-getting-injured-doing-ocr-races/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1838 Richard Diaz Sun, 16 Jan 2022 14:17:34 -0500 dip’s OCR Run Clinic recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? OCR Run Clinic Recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? A few things you can depend on, the sky is blue, grass is green and OCR athletes get injured. Out of love for participation in Spartan races and other OCR events, many…

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]]> dip’s OCR Run Clinic recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? OCR Run Clinic Recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? A few things you can depend on, the sky is blue, grass is green and OCR athletes get injured. Out of love for participation in Spartan races and other OCR events, many…

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]]> 0:35:21 false Richard Diaz dip’s OCR Run Clinic recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? OCR Run Clinic Recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? A few things you can depend on, the sky is blue, grass is green and OCR athletes get injured. dip’s OCR Run Clinic recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? OCR Run Clinic Recap Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? A few things you can depend on, the sky is blue, grass is green and OCR athletes get injured. Out of love for participation in Spartan races and other OCR events, many enthusiastic OCR participants will find themselves suffering from injuries that could have been avoided.  It’s a function of eduction and application.  Racing is not training or vice versa.  For over a decade Coach Richard Diaz has hosted running specific clinics that provide a wealth of information through clinical diagnostics, gait training and injury abatement solutions that are self help oriented and extremely effective. Did I mention we dial in your nutrition? Through our Resting metabolism assessment we can clearly define how effective your feeding habits are and show you how to develop a feeding strategy that is easy to follow and will balance your weight without sacrificing muscle! We also reveal your metabolic turn point so that your training intensities are always in control and progressive. If you have not had a chance to attend one of these clinics, we highly recommend that you listen or watch this entire broadcast. If you are interested in learning more about these clinics and upcoming dates, visit https://diazhumanperformance.com. Here is the video version: https://youtu.be/Fcdrf7_b278 Tired of getting injured doing OCR Races? https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/coversmall-2.jpg Running Naturally - Dealing with Injuries https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/running-naturally-dealing-with-injuries/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1832 Richard Diaz Mon, 03 Jan 2022 16:58:40 -0500 If you run, you had to have been dealing with injuries and follow the concepts and rationale for shifting to “Running Naturally”.  Odd’s are you have been working at it, changed to a more minimal design in shoe selection and through it all, thus far, you’ve come up lame! Injury, frustration yet still feeling you…

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]]> 0:40:48 false Richard Diaz If you run, you had to have been dealing with injuries and follow the concepts and rationale for shifting to “Running Naturally”.  Odd’s are you have been working at it, changed to a more minimal design in shoe selection and through it all, If you run, you had to have been dealing with injuries and follow the concepts and rationale for shifting to “Running Naturally”.  Odd’s are you have been working at it, changed to a more minimal design in shoe selection and through it all, thus far, you’ve come up lame! Injury, frustration yet still feeling you are on the right path, that the frustration will result in success and are not about to give up, you need to hear this. You could be approaching the work all wrong! It’s not the process, it’s the practice. Listen as Coach Diaz feels your pain and discusses the posible culprits, how to abate the problems and put to use some self help treatments to get you through the rough spots in your quest to become a better runner. As you will soon learn, this is an audio version of the video version posted on our YouTube page. to gain a better appreciation for this content we recommend you visit the site to see it After you finish your workout! https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/runningnaturally-scaled.jpg New Years Resolution Solutions! https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/new-years-resolution-solutions/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1829 Richard Diaz Fri, 31 Dec 2021 15:21:26 -0500 Planning on setting new goals for the New Year? We set out to help you avoid common pitfalls so you can avoid inevitable failure! We cover 10 bad idea’s and 10 common approaches and conclude by adding our own spin on what steps to take to help you ensure your success!

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]]> 0:55:35 false Richard Diaz Planning on setting new goals for the New Year? We set out to help you avoid common pitfalls so you can avoid inevitable failure! We cover 10 bad idea’s and 10 common approaches and conclude by adding our own spin on what steps to take to help yo... Planning on setting new goals for the New Year? We set out to help you avoid common pitfalls so you can avoid inevitable failure! We cover 10 bad idea’s and 10 common approaches and conclude by adding our own spin on what steps to take to help you ensure your success! Running Road VS. Trail - The Dangers and Benefits https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/running-road-vs-trail/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1823 Richard Diaz Wed, 08 Dec 2021 16:20:04 -0500 Running Road VS. Trail So many athletes tell us they don’t like running on road because its hard on their bodies. Is it the surface we choose to run on or something more? Coach Diaz sheds light and his opinion on the choice between Trail Running and Road Running. We will also offer some insights…

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]]> Running Road VS. Trail So many athletes tell us they don’t like running on road because its hard on their bodies. Is it the surface we choose to run on or something more? Coach Diaz sheds light and his opinion on the choice between Trail Running and Road Running. We will also offer some insights…

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]]> 0:49:54 false Richard Diaz Running Road VS. Trail So many athletes tell us they don’t like running on road because its hard on their bodies. Is it the surface we choose to run on or something more? Coach Diaz sheds light and his opinion on the choice between Trail Running... Running Road VS. Trail So many athletes tell us they don’t like running on road because its hard on their bodies. Is it the surface we choose to run on or something more? Coach Diaz sheds light and his opinion on the choice between Trail Running and Road Running. We will also offer some insights on shoe selection relative to task. What’s your flavor? Why? Please leave us your comments and by all means… SUBSCRIBE! https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ROADNTRAIL-2.jpg Boost Speed and Endurance with The Flow Method https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/boost-your-speed-and-endurance/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1813 Richard Diaz Sat, 06 Nov 2021 14:28:58 -0400 1:00:54 false Richard Diaz Regardless if you are a runner, Obstacle course athlete, Hyrox or even Crossfit, The FLow Method of training will boost your tolerance to fatigue and build your capacity to deal with lactate production, who many see as performance killer. Regardless if you are a runner, Obstacle course athlete, Hyrox or even Crossfit, The FLow Method of training will boost your tolerance to fatigue and build your capacity to deal with lactate production, who many see as performance killer. This conversation revolves around Richard Diaz’s recent book, Training the Dark Side. Our goal is to shed some light on frequently asked questions but the solution to truly understand the concepts, we recommend you get a copy of the book. It can be found on Amazon books or directly from Coach Diaz’s website in digital download format. Https://Diazhumanperformance.com Boost Speed and Endurance with The Flow Method 222 222 Over Trained... Over Reaching? How to self-diagnose https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/over-trained-over-reaching/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1801 Richard Diaz Sun, 17 Oct 2021 15:47:14 -0400 Over Trained? How to self-diagnose. Can you tell when you are over reaching with your training before it’s too late? It is a problem. Many athletes do not know when to say when, what is enough or when is it too much. There is nothing worse than putting in too much work only to be…

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]]> Over Trained? How to self-diagnose. Can you tell when you are over reaching with your training before it’s too late? It is a problem. Many athletes do not know when to say when, what is enough or when is it too much. There is nothing worse than putting in too much work only to be…

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]]> 0:51:43 false Richard Diaz Over Trained? How to self-diagnose. Can you tell when you are over reaching with your training before it’s too late? It is a problem. Many athletes do not know when to say when, what is enough or when is it too much. Over Trained? How to self-diagnose. Can you tell when you are over reaching with your training before it’s too late? It is a problem. Many athletes do not know when to say when, what is enough or when is it too much. There is nothing worse than putting in too much work only to be left lethargic, having to back off or even injured as a result. In this podcast, Leah Duhon, our Co-host asks the questions… When are we in over our heads and how can we self diagnosis the problem early. This is a loose conversation, we cover a lot of concepts and tools that can give us a heads up. Some of these solutions need no more than logic, possibly a good coach. You have to listen to get the whole picture! https://diazhumanperformance.com https://www.youtube.com/c/RichardDiaznaturalrunningcoach Over Trained... Over Reaching? How to self-diagnose https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Over-trained-2.jpg The 1% Factor – How to accelerate your performance https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/the-1-factor-how-to-accelerate-your-performance/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1794 Richard Diaz Fri, 06 Aug 2021 16:35:27 -0400 0:58:57 false Richard Diaz The 1% Factor – How to accelerate your performance reveals what you can do to provide in the words of Sir Dave Brailsford “the Aggregation of Marginal Gains.” These solutions are so simple it’s hard to believe they would have such profound improv... The 1% Factor – How to accelerate your performance reveals what you can do to provide in the words of Sir Dave Brailsford “the Aggregation of Marginal Gains.” These solutions are so simple it’s hard to believe they would have such profound improvements over your training. And not just in sport but in everything you do! Co-host “Princess Leah” and I felt that every listener and viewer should give energy to this episode! We offer interesting insights from a few other dynamic presenters that caught my attention as will yours as well. Richard Diaz is a world renowned OCR Coach and performance clinician and host of The Natural Running Network The 1% Factor - How to accelerate your performance EVERYTHING YOU’VE EVER WANTER TO KNOW ABOUT… HEART RATE TRAINING https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/heart-rate-training/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1784 Richard Diaz Fri, 16 Jul 2021 18:26:00 -0400 1:17:44 false Richard Diaz Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about heart rate training (but were afraid to ask). Let’s face it, it’s complicated business to truly understand how, why and when as it relates to heart rate. Not to mention, Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about heart rate training (but were afraid to ask). Let’s face it, it’s complicated business to truly understand how, why and when as it relates to heart rate. Not to mention, knowing what heart rate you should be following for it to be effective for you! As it so happens, writing training plans and providing clinical analysis for athletes is my day job. Having interviewed countless athletes, I have come to realize how frustrating this can be. So… This episode will address many misconceptions and help to get the listeners on the right path to successful training with a powerful ally in heart rate. Its worth noting that this podcast was done in video format and there were visual aides that will not be available to you in audio only. I invite you to visit YouTube to see what I am explaining to gain clarity. https://youtu.be/bXo7UR8rs4k Running Shoes… Which is right for me? https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/running-shoes-which-is-right-for-me/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1776 Richard Diaz Sun, 11 Jul 2021 13:09:21 -0400 1:14:32 false Richard Diaz Running Shoes… Which is right for me? It’s the most complex question asked of me as a coach. There is really no definitive choice that can be recommended. If you are well informed regarding foot function, Running Shoes… Which is right for me? It’s the most complex question asked of me as a coach. There is really no definitive choice that can be recommended. If you are well informed regarding foot function, the potential for running related injuries and the causes, providing advice here can be a slippery slope! It’s the most complex question asked of me as a coach. There is really no definitive choice that can be recommended. If you are well informed regarding foot function, the potential for running related injuries and the causes, providing advice here can be a slippery slope! In this episode, featuring our new co-host Leah Duhon, aka. “Princess Leah” we discuss and provide opinion on the decisions we all face when it comes to buying our next new pair of running shoes. Running Shoes… Which is right for me? It is worth noting that this podcast was originally done in video which can be found on Richard Diaz’s YouTube Channel, this is the link if you wish to see what is missing from some of the explanations in this audio version: https://youtu.be/TXP0LJOq6fA. At the conclusion of the video and audio, I made mention of some of the services and events that are available, they can be found at: https://diazhumanperformance.com Running Shoes... Which is right for me? Questions and Answers for OCR and Endurance Athletes https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/questions-and-answers-for-ocr-and-endurance-athletes/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1770 Richard Diaz Fri, 02 Jul 2021 16:39:39 -0400 1:25:15 false Richard Diaz Join Coach Diaz The Natural Running Networks new Co-Host Leah Duhon “Princess Leah” a highly talented Ninja and OCR athlete in her own right. This episode was open to the audience, Questions and Answers for OCR and Endurance Athletes from those wh... Join Coach Diaz The Natural Running Networks new Co-Host Leah Duhon “Princess Leah” a highly talented Ninja and OCR athlete in her own right. This episode was open to the audience, Questions and Answers for OCR and Endurance Athletes from those who had questions regarding a variety of topics related to racing and training. We hope you enjoy it. If you do, please subscribe to help stimulate more content! THE LA SPEED PROJECT – RUN FROM LA TO VEGAS https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/the-la-speed-project-run-from-la-to-vegas/ https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/?p=1766 Richard Diaz Fri, 28 May 2021 17:17:31 -0400 0:43:44 false Richard Diaz The Relay event with one rule… Get to Vegas on foot faster than everyone else! The LA Speed Project was the brain child of Blue Benadum and a few of his friends. The conversation went a little like this: “What do you say we do a relay to Vegas? The Relay event with one rule… Get to Vegas on foot faster than everyone else! The LA Speed Project was the brain child of Blue Benadum and a few of his friends. The conversation went a little like this: “What do you say we do a relay to Vegas? Ok, as long as we do it as fast as possible.” So it began back in 2012. Blue’s wife lead a team of 5 girls in 2019 who set a record of 37 hours over the 307 miles. A record that has yet to be broken. This interview is with both Cassidy Benadum and husband Blue, the eve before Cassidy and crew “GIRLAB” set out for Vegas. Ya gotta listen to the the podcast to get the details. The conversation turned towards the benefits of “Flow” training and the new and upcoming GURU Running App soon to be released. THE LA SPEED PROJECT - RUN FROM LA TO VEGAS https://www.naturalrunningnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/APPLE-LASP.jpg