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The Sure-Fire Way to Choose the Best Running Shoes

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The Sure-Fire Way to Choose the Best Running Shoes

The Planted Runner›
Apr 9, 202613:30

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Episode Notes

How do you figure out which is the right shoe for you?

Today’s episode is all about running shoes.

You’ll learn:


How to find the right shoe for you


How many shoes you should have, and


If you really should spend the cash on carbon plated super shoes.

This episode is essential if you are a new runner or just getting back into the sport, but experienced runners will pick up a few things as well.

Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-backed training and plant-based nutrition.

If you need more help, you can order my book The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition wherever you get books or request a copy from your local library. 

Don’t forget to stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for another Mental Strength Minute. Fortify your mind in 60 seconds or less.

LINKS:

If you’d like help directly from me, you can check out my freebies, personal coaching, and sign up for my PR Team at https://www.theplantedrunner.com/link.

For my recommendations of at-home equipment and other running products I recommend, check out my curated list on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theplantedrunner

LIQUID IV:

Just one stick of LIquid IV + 16 oz. of water hydrates better than water alone.  Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ and use code PLANTED at checkout.

RECENT REVIEWS:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Informative and entertaining…

Helpful and reliable information for training.  Inspirational and entertaining as well!  Highly recommend.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Running Podcasts Finest

Yes, I am one of those who followed Claire over from a previous podcast.  Each podcast is like a 5k run; just long enough and packs plenty of informations.  Claire manages to tackle plenty of different topics others rarely discuss.  Other times she provides fresh reminders to keep sharp.  Then there are the eye opening episodes.

Her expertise and weekly advice has helped my running game.  I’m one of those who listens during the workday and not so much while running.  What I also enjoy about the podcast is any episode is easy to review.  I’m okay there are few interviews  Keep up the great work!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Love this podcast!

I have been running for 24 years, but only 3+ as a plant-based runner.  I love the info that Coach Claire provides especially the mental strength techniques.  I recently got certified as an RRCA Level 1 coach, but have been a little time in taking steps to begin coaching professionally.  I think being coached is probably the first step and Coach Claire seems like the best fit for me!

Music Credits:

Music from Uppbeat

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