Tag: Running

Exciting news!

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The Ultra Race of Champions is the premier ultra running event in the U.S. We are excited to announce that Damian will be running in the elite field in the 100k. Come join him in and choose from the 100k, 50k or 25k with all races open to all levels of runners. Find more information and sign up at UltraRoc.comuroc_logo_2016.png

  • The goal of the Ultra Race of Champions (UROC) is to create the Championship Event for the sport of Ultra Distance Running.
  • UROC will bring together the best ultra runners in the World on one course on one day.
  • UROC is open to everyone. Runners of all abilities will share the course with the best in the world.
  • UROC will provide a substantial cash purse to attract the top ultra distance runners from around the World.

$21,500 Cash Purse for the Ultra Race of Champions 100K Champions Male/Female:

  • $5,000  Champion Male/Female:
  • $2,000  Second Place Male/Female:
  • $1,500  Third Place Male/Female:
  • $1,000  Fourth Place Male/Female:
  • $500     Fifth Place Male/Female
  • $500     Masters Male/Female

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Register at UltraRoc.com and use code ‘runuroc’ to get 10% off your entry.

How to Run Your Best

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We at Wholistic Running take a comprehensive approach to helping runners perform their best. This includes biomechanics improvement, detailed training plans and nutritional coaching. Too many runners are not reaching even close to their potential because of the way they eat.

Lindsey and I are passionate about nutrition and helping others lose weight, increase energy and improve their health. I wrote an article in the June edition of Trail Runner magazine featuring 3 of the world’s best ultra marathoners and what they eat. You can check it out HERE. Just like these world class athletes, Lindsey and I are advocates of whole foods, plant-based diets for health and performance. We are both certified in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell and Lindsey has her Master’s in Holistic Nutrition as well.

So what do we recommend? We encourage and teach others that eating healthy is a lifestyle and not a diet. We share recipes that include lots of fresh fruits, veggies and other whole foods including nuts, seeds, quinoa, rice, beans and grains.

How about you? Do you eat as healthy as you would like? If not, make a commitment to a whole foods, plant-based lifestyle and you will be amazed at the benefits. If you would like help doing this, check out our Nutritional Coaching page for more info.

Happy Running,

Damian & Lindsey

Healthy, delicious ice cream recipe

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We here at Wholistic Running hope your holiday season is going well and that your running and health are thriving. You’ll love our amazing banana & blueberry ice cream recipe, give it a try!.

Click here for our delicious, healthy ice cream recipe

Free running, nutrition & health info

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We love helping people with their health and running goals. Because of this, we wanted to share with you where we post much of our tips and info on running, nutrition and health. There are many ways to follow us and learn. Just click on each link below and be sure to ‘like’ each page to receive updates. It’s totally free!

Damian’s professional athlete Facebook page: Running tips straight from Damian as well as his race and training updates.

Wholistic Running Facebook page: We share running tips including technique, exercises, nutrition and more.

Wholicous Living Facebook page: Lindsey shares nutrition and lifestyle tips for weight loss, increased energy and better health.

Wholicious Living website: Lindsey shares nutrition tips and her very informative blog.

You can always email us any questions as well.

Happy health and running,

Damian & Lindsey

What I eat daily and during 50 & 100 mile races

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As a professional ultra marathon runner and coach, I often get asked what I eat. It’s a great question because nutrition is one of the most important choices runners and non-runners have for health, energy and performance.10500512_10154308742355584_8044031842047266675_n

Fueling during ultramarathons is very important and can make or break a race. I have raced in over 35 ultras and my fueling is dialed in very well. Continue reading “What I eat daily and during 50 & 100 mile races” →

Why improving your running technique is a must!

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I am a professional runner who has raced in over thirty-five 50 & 100 mile races. I haven’t had a significant running injury in over 11 years. Yet I was told years ago that I had to give up running by several doctors because of chronic injuries. So what allowed me to go from injured runner to professional runner?

I learned how to run, train and eat smarter. This is what Wholistic Running is all about and how I’ve helped thousands of runners run pain-free, faster and longer while having more fun.

What improving your running technique will do for you:

  1. Fewer injuries, less pain and decreased fatigue: Improving your technique will reduce impact and improve alignment.
  2. Run faster: You will run more efficiently and you’ll save energy.
  3. Enjoy running more: Running will be easier in less than 3 weeks.
  4. Run farther: You’ll be able to train more frequently with less fatigue, fewer injuries and quicker recovery time.
  5. Get results quicker: Train smarter and reach your goals quicker.
  6. Hills: Run uphills easier and downhills without any pain.

There are many resources for learning how to improve your running technique nowadays. However, much of the info out there is complicated and even harmful. As a biomechanics and technique specialist, I teach runners how to improve their technique with immediate results. No matter where you live, you can learn with my Online Technique Guidance Plans.

Efficient running technique is the foundation of healthy running. When you combine that with proper training and optimal nutrition, you can run injury-free while greatly improving your performance.

Altra Running IQ & Impulse shoes

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Wholistic Running is at Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, Utah this week helping with the unveiling of the new Altra Running IQ and Impulse shoes. To follow us and learn more, check out our Facebook page which we will be updating all week.

What is Wholistic Running and our mission? We are dedicated to helping runners of all levels achieve their goals. Find out more about us HERE.

My top tips for better running

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Who doesn’t want to be a better runner? For me, becoming a better runner doesn’t just mean being faster and winning races. It’s about being healthy, injury-free and doing the right things to help you achieve and exceed your running goals. Here are some of my tips to help you be a better runner:

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Is a running coach beneficial or necessary?

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A professional coach should help you with the following:

  1. Keep you motivated. This includes making running fun and enjoyable. Too many runners get burnt out because coaches don’t keep this in mind.
  2. Help you get and stay injury-free. This isn’t a priority for most coaches and too many athletes fail at their goals because of injuries.
  3. Help you reach or exceed your goals. A quality coach will keep you accountable and on track so you accomplish your goals.
  4. A coach should work with YOUR schedule. Accomplishing your goals is possible no matter how busy you are. Quality workouts should be emphasized over quantity giving you more time in your daily life.
  5. Personal attention. If a coach isn’t giving you individualized, personal attention then they aren’t the right coach for you.
  6. Help all levels of runners. Too many coaches just focus on elite athletes. A quality coach has the ability to help beginning to veteran runners.

To find the best coach for YOU, consider the following questions. Do you connect with their approach? Do they focus on the above requirements?

Damian and Lindsey offer online coaching for ALL levels of runners. To find out if they are the right coach for you, click HERE

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