Entrepreneur Sam Parr on the Longevity Lifestyle: Running, Weightlifting, and Living to 130
Release Date: 01/11/2024
Ironman Triathlon to the CrossFit Games: How Eric Hinman Mastered Recovery & Training
The Strength Running Podcast
As a hybrid athlete, Eric Hinman has experienced both extremes of ultra endurance and anaerobic power. Based in Denver, Eric is a 5x Ironman, serial entrepreneur, and brand builder. At 43 years old, Eric's currently training for the Leadville 100-mile Mountain Bike Race, which he trains for every year. He’s also attempting to qualify for the 2024 CrossFit Games. He spent years before then training for long course triathlons. In this episode, Eric and I talk about: Moving to Colorado for better wellness and outdoor activities, and building a community Eric's journey from insurance agent to...
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Q&A with Coach: Listen to a Live Team Strength Running Coaching Call
The Strength Running Podcast
Get a sneak peak into what we do every month in our coaching program. During these live calls, I'm on live video, taking any and all questions from the team's members. It's an opportunity for runners in the program to ask me anything about the many factors of strong, healthy running. Members get guidance on sticky running questions, problem solve training issues, and get the action steps they need to keep moving forward. If you’d like to attend our next live coach’s chat, you're invited to . We have members all over the world that use our library of more than 30 different training plans,...
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PT & MOBO Creator Jay Dicharry on Tissue Health: How to Strengthen Bones & Tendons
The Strength Running Podcast
When runners get hurt, it’s often a tissue health problem, like a tendon injury. Jay Dicharry is a physical therapist, author, entrepreneur, and faculty member at Oregon State University who knows a lot about tissue health for runners. He’s written some of my favorite books on running performance and injury prevention, including “Anatomy for Runners” and “Running Rewired.” Jay also hosts workshops for physical therapists. In this episode, Jay and I talk about: New research on tissue remodeling and load tolerance skills to develop durable runners Improving strength, bone density,...
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Ultrarunning + Strength Training: How to Get Strong and Gain Endurance with Coach Holly Martin
The Strength Running Podcast
Runners ask all the time: How should I fit strength training into my endurance goals, and how can I get as strong as possible with limited time? Holly Martin is a personal fitness trainer and run coach based in Nashville, TN who specializes in time-efficient circuit training and individually tailored run programs. Holly comes from a diverse background of professional ballet, ultramarathon running, and 10 years of experience in CrossFit. She’s finished many ultra marathons, including two 100 milers. In this episode, Holly and I talk about: Strength training for ultra runners to prevent...
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How 50mi World Record Holder Charlie Lawrence Treats Serious Injuries, Fuels his Ultras, and More
The Strength Running Podcast
The running world gets to watch in awe as elites set new records and perform incredible feats. But it’s not all rainbows and unicorns for these athletes. World record holders face injuries and challenges, too. Charlie Lawrence set the record in the 50-mile distance in 2023, clocking in at 4:48:21. That’s an unbelievable average of 5:46 per mile. Charlie also ran his marathon personal record of 2:16 while qualifying for the US Olympic Trials Marathon for the second time. In this episode, Charlie and I talk about: The glute injury and hip labral tear that led Charlie to pull out of the 2024...
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How to Stay Healthy By Strengthening Your Midstance, with Coach Chris Johnson, DPT
The Strength Running Podcast
The midstance phase of a running stride is a crucial element of running form, but many runners are ignoring it. If you have weaknesses, imbalances, or poor movement patterns, this is the part of the gait cycle that will show it. Chris Johnson, DPT is a Seattle-based physical therapist, performance coach, entrepreneur, and multiple time Kona IRONMAN qualifier who shares how midstance affects your running performance and how you can improve it. In this episode, Chris and I talk about: Midstance importance in running mechanics and injury prevention The impact midstance has on muscles and...
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Running Form Tests, Technique Cues, and Footstrike Patterns with Physical Therapist Matthew Silver
The Strength Running Podcast
If you're starting to wonder whether your running form is helping or hurting your performance, we’re sharing two important tests that can help you better conceptualize how your body moves through space. Dr. Matthew Silver is a doctor of physical therapy, coach, cross country athlete, founder of Alpha Project Phyzio and Performance in Maryland, and author of the book "Built to Run." We spend a lot of time on foot strike, the problems associated with over-striding, and the many solutions for resolving this form error. In this episode, Matthew and I talk about: Testing running form through the...
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Recovery’s Big 5 Strategies with Dr. Peter Tierney
The Strength Running Podcast
What makes the biggest impact when it comes to recovery strategies and tools for runners? Dr. Peter Tierney is a health and performance researcher, consultant, and coach who’s worked with many professional sports organizations to help athletes recover effectively from exercise. Peter’s “Big 5” recovery strategies are science-backed and possible for runners to add to their training and lifestyle. In this episode, Peter and I talk about: Recovery as part of a lifestyle, not just a post-exercise tool. The Big 5 recovery strategies for runners and endurance athletes, and how to use...
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Believe in the Run Founder Thomas Neuberger on the Evolution of Running Shoes, New Shoe Trends, and Fad Features
The Strength Running Podcast
Thomas Neuberger has probably worn more pairs of shoes than anybody else over the last 15 years (with maybe the exception of Runner’s World Director of Product Testing and Runner-in-Chief, Jeff Dengate). Thomas’ deep experience in the running shoe industry gives him an unparalleled perspective on the evolution of shoes, why some features are no longer available, and the future of running shoes. In this episode, Thomas and I talk about: The 2009 origin story of Believe in the Run, a top shoe review company in the United States What it's like to test around 100 pairs of running shoes a...
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Andy Wacker: Exploring Longevity, Seasonal Training, and Supporting Trail Runners
The Strength Running Podcast
Trail running doesn't always mean running an ultramarathon. From trail 5ks to marathons, there's a growing interest in middle distance trail events. Andy Wacker is making this space a more vibrant and welcoming community for runners. Andy Wacker is a professional runner who excels on the track, road, and trail. He is the 2019 world Mountain Running Champ, 2016 US Trail Half Marathon Champ, 2015 US Trail 50k Champion, and a two-time NCAA XC All-American. Andy seeks longevity in the sport and embraces a seasonal training approach to keep him running strong across different distances and...
info_outlineSam Parr founded The Hustle in 2014, a business newsletter that he grew to over 3 million readers (and 8 figures in revenue) before selling it to Hub Spot. His most recent company, Hampton, is a membership community for entrepreneurs, founders and CEOs. Sam also hosts the incredibly popular business podcast called My First Million.
In high school and college, Sam ran competitively at a variety of distances, and has completed several half ironman triathlons. While running is no longer his primary focus, he sets quarterly fitness goals that have pushed him to some pretty incredible accomplishments. Last year he completed the same tests as the NFL combine, scoring as well as an average wide receiver.
Sam and I discuss how he balances his work with his fitness and longevity aspirations, and how he tracks just about every area of his life to keep improving.
Our discussion covers:
- Sam’s background in running and how it has evolved
- His love for the simplicity and suffering of individual sports
- How Sam’s wife helped turn his focus toward wellness and nutrition
- Why he uses coaching for so many different aspects of his life
- How Sam uses goal setting to hit remarkable achievements
- What he does on a daily basis to promote his health
- Challenges Sam is contemplating for 2024
If you're looking for inspiration in the new year, Sam's story is incredibly motivating. Enjoy!
Links & Resources from the Show:
- Listen to Sam’s podcast, My First Million
- Learn more about Sam’s company for founders and CEOs: Hampton
- Follow Sam on Instagram and Twitter
- Check out Sam’s original business newsletter, The Hustle
- Strength training is essential for success. Learn how to do it right here.
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