Mr. Rubio Used To Run
Travel with Running Warehouse Co-Founder Joe Rubio and YouTube running shoe sensation Connor Blalock into a new dimension of running. This is a dimension of running gear, training, industry vets, coaches, athletes and stories of past successes and failures. A podcast journey into the wondrous world of every and all things running. Your next epic running adventure awaits at: “Mr Rubio Used to Run”.
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Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
This week we met up with the Former American Record holder and Ventura county legend, Gary Tuttle. From racing Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, and even the top USSR athletes, Gary had a prolific racing career on both the roads and track that spanned decades!
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Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
From UTMB to San Diego, Mr. Rubio and Connor have been traveling around the world for some top tier racing action! Along the way they spot some new secret shoes, meet up with some run clubs, and catch up with some old friends!
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Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Dr. Geoffrey Gray of Heeluxe Lab joins us this week to chat about everything that goes into testing running shoes. From cushioning, to traction, to durability, and even V02 max efficiencies, Geoff gives a behind the scenes look at what goes into creating all of your favorite running shoes.
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Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
This week we our joined by Matt Klein from Doctors of Running and Dr. Lisa Mitro DPT. Both Doctors are accomplished in the Physical Therapy space and they share with us their immense knowledge of running shoes, training, and injuries. Whether you're an injured runner looking for a fix or a super fan of running shoes, we get some in-depth answers from the smartest runners in the space!
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Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Mr. Rubio and Connor are joined this week by some of the biggest shoe reviewers in the game, Thomas and Robbe from Believe In The Run. From the early days of running shoe reviews, to the rise of Run Clubs, and even some throwbacks to old school running shoe ads, this conversation is one you wont want to miss!
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Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Mr. Rubio and Connor return from a busy summer of travels to recap the chaos that was the 2024 Olympic trials. From amazing races, to partying with the pros at the Wild Duck, there was no shortage of stories during this weeks episode!
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Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Bill Scobey joins us this week to talk about his many years of high mileage running, encounters with Steve Prefontaine, and his World Record Relay Team. A true legend of the sport, Bill brings out the raw running history that get us excited!
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Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Mr. Rubio and Connor are back and this week they tackle the pressing issue of saving the sport of track and field! With the addition of new track meets and leagues and the potential for sports betting, there are many changes that will shake up the sport in the coming months.
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Thursday May 16, 2024
Thursday May 16, 2024
Mr. Rubio and Connor have been traveling the world, getting a behind the scenes look at the latest and greatest running shoes. From designer foams that are tuned at the molecular level, to the intricacies of aerodynamics, every brand is pushing the limits to make shoes faster and more efficient than ever!
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Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
This week we meet up with Todd Falker who is the Product Line Manager at Puma Running. Todd shares his story and lays out what it takes to be successful as an athlete, as well as in the shoe industry. With over 20 years of experience, Todd offers an innovative approach that leaves us excited for what's to come!
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