This Running Life

This Running Life Ep. 036: The Last One

shadwell — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:23:33 +0000

This is it. Thanks for listening. Thank you for letting me share my life with you. And most of all, thanks for inspiring me to grow into the person I’ve always wanted to be. Through 121 episodes of Running to Disney and This Running Life, you have inspired me to become a better person and runner.

Still writing the blog, old and new:

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This Running Life Ep. 035: Update Show

shadwell — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:53:59 +0000

Show where I update things. (What did you think “update show” meant!?)

This Running Life Ep. 034: Three

shadwell — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:40:54 +0000

Third anniversary show. A little audio from the past.

This Running Life Ep. 033: Punch buggy! No punch backs!

shadwell — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 19:48:28 +0000

Gordon gives a brief update on training, then plays audio of his morning car rides to drop his sons off at school.

Thanks for listening. It has been a lot of fun

This Running Life Ep. 032: I can sing like Robert Plant (kind of)

shadwell — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:59:23 +0000

Gordon begins another marathon training cycle for a yet-to-be-announced fall race. He discusses some stuff he cannot recall because it has been so long since he recorded (and he doesn’t edit). He has sound clips of his son playing the trumpet while the dog goes berserk. He also tries to sound like Robert Plant at the start of the Immigrant Song. He threatens his kids with a public display of affection as he drops them off at school.

Please go to the Jackson Nettleship Fan Club page and “like” and donate if you can. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jackson-Nettleship-Fan-Club/133530590068659

This Running Life Ep. 031: San Francisco Marathon 2011 Race Report

shadwell — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 19:12:27 +0000

Megan (@veganrunningmom, www.veganrunningmom.com) and I get together in the kitchen and on the run to discuss our 2011 SF Marathon experiences.

This Running Life Ep. 030: The Taper Chronicles–San Francisco Marathon

shadwell — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:39:25 +0000

A short show where Gordon updates you on his taper state of mind for the 2011 San Francisco Marathon

This Running Life Ep. 029: Chat with Bart Yasso

shadwell — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:26:14 +0000

Gordon updates you on training and chats with Bart Yasso! Check out his website: www.bartyasso.com and his twitter feed: @bartyasso

This Running Life Ep. 028: [Insert title here]

shadwell — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 19:50:07 +0000

Gordon talks about yada yada yada, and then he discusses yada yada. Also a yada yada update. He also repots on his yada yada yada in the Gulf of yada yada yada.

This Running Life Ep. 027: Time Travel with Gordon

shadwell — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:34:49 +0000

Gordon talks about all kinds of crap as he blows your mind with time travel. Heat training, training for a marathon in the Alabama summer, why he’s not taking a recovery week this week, and other things he cannot recall at the moment.

VM from J Darling!!! Where ya been, girl?

This Running Life Ep. 026: There’s a bug in my shirt

shadwell — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 19:49:48 +0000

Gordon discovers a bug in his shirt. He discusses his son’s 12th birthday, a house on a hill, why intensity and hard work can be fun, and why he thinks he is the Redneck Matthew Modine.

TRL ep 25: The Week In Gordon

shadwell — Sun, 29 May 2011 23:02:28 +0000

Gordon has nothing better to say so he takes you along for a week of ramblings. Best part of the show is the call-in from Norm!

Check out his show: http://theruminativerunner.blogspot.com/. Good stuff!

This Running Life Ep. 024: Central Governor Theory and Wal Mart Gets New Carts

shadwell — Mon, 16 May 2011 02:03:06 +0000

Gordon discusses lots of stuff, including the central governor theory, his recent training, and he celebrates Wal Mart getting new shopping carts. Great call in from Veganrunningmom!

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This Running Life Ep. 023: “Four minutes to Boston”

shadwell — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 16:07:33 +0000

Gordon discusses his lack of character. He wonders whether his butt cheeks are symmetrical. And he posits that Boston may not be a course you should try to “race.”

This Running Life Ep. 022: The Birthday Show

shadwell — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 02:30:24 +0000

Gordon’s annual birthday reflection show. He looks back on another year of his life and tries to sound all philisophical and junk.

This Running Life Ep. 021: Gordon gives a speech, and other random junk

shadwell — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:20:47 +0000

Gordon speaks at an honor society initiation. He also talks about training, fatigue, swimming, and answers deep questions from JayDub.

Christianity and Vegetarianism audio book itunes link http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAudiobook?id=356252473&s=143441

This Running Life Ep. 020: This one time, at swim clinic…and Gordon’s Vegan-iversary

shadwell — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:13:30 +0000

Gordon celebrates his one-year Vegan-iversay, and reports from Triathlon Swim Clinic. Then funny audio from his kids and one of their friends.

Swimovate Pool Mate Swim Watch www.swimovate.com

This Running Life Ep. 019: Don’t be the “Last Man”

shadwell — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 02:05:20 +0000

Gordon talks about sad things, happy things, and ties them all together while reading “Running and Philosophy: A Marathon for the Mind” edited by Michael Austin. He also helps a woman put a large gas grill in the hatch back of a Ford Probe.

This Running Life Ep. 018: Myrtle Beach Marathon Recap pt 2

shadwell — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:35:40 +0000

Part 2 of Gordon’s Myrtle Beach Marathon recap.

This Running Life Ep. 017: Myrtle Beach Marathon Recap pt 1

shadwell — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:12:12 +0000

Part 1 of the Myrtle Beach Marathon recap. Gordon and Megan sit down the evening after the race and discuss how things went and what they learned.

Part 2 will be in episode 18.

Run Vegan Run Podcast www.veganrunningmom.com

This Running Life Special: Response to the Boston Marathon News

shadwell — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 23:26:41 +0000

Quick show to respond to the news of the BAA changing registration policy for 2012 and raising BQ standards for 2013.

This Running Life Ep. 016: The Taper Chronicles– Myrtle Beach

shadwell — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 17:19:57 +0000

Gordon discusses his training cycle going into the Myrtle Beach Marathon. He also explores the idea of whether the type of job one has can determine an individual’s running style preferences.

Voice mail from Dom!

This Running Life Ep. 015: Mind Games

shadwell — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 02:30:43 +0000

Gordon discusses the mid games he plays either in preparation for a run or during a run.

This Running Life Ep. 014: It is ok to say I am “fast” (and my kid hates brussels sprouts)

shadwell — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 01:41:36 +0000

Gordon tries to say he is fast, but is not sure he did. He unsuccessfully tried to get his son to eat brussels sprouts, and he talks a little about Veganism

Great web site for starting Veganism: http://www.vegancoach.com/

This Running Life Ep. 013: Distance vs. Speed & Rookie’s First Run

shadwell — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 21:35:31 +0000

Gordon gives his disjointed and unorganized opinion on the question of whether a runner should focus on speed or distance. Or is there a “third way”? Megan (www.veganrunningmom.com, Run Vegan Run podcast) also contributes her knowledge to the issue

He also records his first run with Rookie. A one mile run with his 1 yr old Black Lab puppy

This Running Life Ep. 012: Disney’s Goofy (Dopey) Challenge Race Report

shadwell — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 13:39:26 +0000

Gordon gives a recap of his weekend running the Goofy/Dopey Challenge at Disney World.

Half marathon time: 1:55 Marathon time: 3:40

He gets GREAT voice mails from super friends.

This Running Life Ep. 011: I live near a place called Possum Trot

shadwell — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:30:49 +0000

This is a quick runcast where Gordon gives a quick update about his training and addresses a question about why Veganism is or can be attractive to athletes.

To track Gordon at Disney Marathon Weekend, follow this link: http://live.activeresult.com/msg/MSG-signup.tcl?event_id=3

A partial list of Vegan athletes: http://www.bestveganguide.com/vegan-athletes.html

This Running Life Ep. 010: Year in Review/Things I’ve Learned

shadwell — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 03:55:52 +0000

Gordon reviews his year in running and stuff. He also shares what he has learned about himself

Voice mails from Jennifer and Amanda.

This Running Life Ep. 009: Podcasting with nothing on my mind

shadwell — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 03:37:55 +0000

Gordon struggles to find a topic for this week’s show, so he consults a website on “how to podcast.” He sends holiday greetings. He gets some good voicemails.

Happy Holidays!

This Running Life Ep. 008: The Seasons of a Running Life

shadwell — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 20:36:13 +0000

Gordon discusses the seasons of the running life cycle, and how the runner develops in each. Audio with his kids and a voice mail, too.

Show theme song courtesy of Music Alley: Two Sided Story. “This is My Life”

“Oh Holy Night” By Allison Crowe also courtesy of Music Alley.

This Running Life Ep. 007: Half Marathon Race Report, Running like a Kid & Ruminations on my kids

shadwell — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 03:22:51 +0000

Gordon reports on his half marathon, discusses the need to run with child-like wonder, and he shares demographics about runners. He shares a story and thoughts about his sons.

New poll on the blog: www.thisrunninglife.wordpress.com

Running stats: http://www.runningusa.org/statistics

This Running Life Ep. 006: Chat with Adam & 10K Race Report

shadwell — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 21:20:25 +0000

In this episode Gordon chats with Adam M. from Daily Mile (www.dailymile.com). The two share a similar life story with regard to weight and running. Gordon also reports on his Thanksgiving 10K, the Lapidus Montclair Run, in Birmingham, AL. And he reviews an iPhone App called Race Twitch.

Adam on Daily mile:http://www.dailymile.com/people/adamm9 Adam on twitter: @adamm9

Race Twitch website: www.racetwitch.com Itunes link for Race Twitch app: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/racetwitch-com/id395933987?mt=8

This Running Life Ep. 005: Interview with the runner

shadwell — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:09:52 +0000

Gordon is interviewed on his own show by Runnrgrl. If you haven’t read her blog, you are missing out on some of the most introspective, raw, and open discourse on the web. Find it here: http://runnrgrrl.blogspot.com/. Follow her on twitter: @runnrgrl

Also, voice mails from cool people, and Gordon shares a zombie dream.

This Running Life Ep. 004: Chickamauga Battlefield Marathon Race Report

shadwell — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 23:53:30 +0000

Gordon runs his third marathon in 3:48:01. Here is his race report. Cool voice mails follows.

The “how do you eat your chip crumbs” Poll: when you get to the bottom of a bag of chips do you pour directly in the mouth (Gordon) or do you eat the crumbs with a spoon (Megan)? Call, email, or go to thisrunninglife.wordpress.com to vote.

This Running Life Ep. 003: Marathon Taper, Then & Now

shadwell — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 21:06:08 +0000

Gordon reflects on the three taper periods for his three marathons, how they differ and what he has learned over the past three years. He gives a huge shout out to Megan of Run Vegan Run (www.veganrunningmom.com) for her recent Marathon PR and BQ, and gives another Wal Mart report.

Voice Mail from Albert of http://albertruns.blogspot.com/

Visit the new blog: thisrunninglife.wordpress.com

This Running Life Ep. 002: Training update and the benefits of small sized marathons

shadwell — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 21:40:03 +0000

Gordon drives you all over town as he discusses his training and the benefits of running in smaller marathons.

Voice mail from the LEGENDARY Zenrunner (hearzenrun.com)

and from a first-time caller: Amanda.

This Running Life Ep. 001: Hi, my name’s Gordon

shadwell — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 00:47:37 +0000

Gordon reintroduces himself to you under his new podcast title. He shares his story, how he got here, why he started a podcast 2 years ago, and why he loves running

thisrunninglife.wordpress.com

thisrunninglife@gmail.com

Running to Disney- Goodbye and Hello

shadwell — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 23:24:26 +0000

Special announcement

Running to Disney- Ep. 83: A run with Dominic at Disney World

shadwell — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 22:52:23 +0000

Gordon and Dominic happen to be at WDW at the same time, so they go for a run together, or two! Gordon rides Space Mountain and squeals like a little girl, and gets a wonderful voice mail from a dear friend.

Megan’s show, Run Vegan Run Podcast: www.veganrunningmom.com

Dominic’s blogs: http://themouseandmore.blogspot.com/ and http://fumblingthroughmyforties.blogspot.com/

Running to Disney- Ep. 82: I’m starting to believe

shadwell — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 19:34:46 +0000

Gordon makes you suffer through horrible audio as he discusses the process of starting to believe he can reach his BHAG of a BQ. In short, it is not enough to state a goal, go public with it, and work toward it. One must come to the point where the goal becomes, in heart and mind, attainable, as a possibility, a probability, then an inevitability. I am starting that process. I am starting to believe that I CAN do this. And, at once, it feels wonderful and intoxicating and scary and amazing.

He also shares a clip from one of his lectures where he attempts to talk “hip” in front of college students.

Race report call in from Andy for the Wine & Dine Half Marathon at Disney on October 2.

Running to Disney- Ep. 81: Things I think I think about marathon training

shadwell — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:56:49 +0000

Gordon ruminates on 8 things he has concluded about marathon training and running in general. He asks for your support in raising money for breast cancer research Please go here to donate and be sure to add my name in the comments box: http://info.avonfoundation.org/site/TR/Walk/WashingtonDC?px=3843338&pg=personal&fr_id=2010

He reports on his visit to the doctor and their reaction to his weight loss.

He gets some nice voice mails!

Running to Disney- Ep. 80: Accepting Changes, and a Wal Mart report

shadwell — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 20:46:19 +0000

Gordon discusses how it is hard for him to accept fully the changes in his life. He asks for you help in raising money for breast cancer research, and reports on an odd trip to Wal Mart.

Running to Disney- Ep. 79: Chat between Megan and G (part 2)

shadwell — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:47:57 +0000

Part 2 of the chat between Megan and G.

Link: Run Vegan Run Podcast www.veganrunningmom.com

Running to Disney- Ep. 78: Chat between Megan and G

shadwell — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:56:04 +0000

Megan and Gordon get together and chat about triathlons, how multisport training has affected their running, how race-specific training works for Megan, and the need for Gordon to try artichoke hearts. They also preview her upcoming triathlon on Sept. 11, the Pacific Grove Triathlon.

Running to Disney- Ep. 77: What does my mind have to do with running and triathlon?

shadwell — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:17:57 +0000

Ride along in his car, as Gordon reflects on a recent article in Triathlete magazine about the mental aspect of racing, training, and running. He shares examples from his life and what he has learned from his running and from others more seasoned than he.

Cool voicemails from cool people: Megan (Run Vegan Run www.veganrunningmom.com) The Craaaaaaazzzzzzzyyyyyy Runner ( Crazy Runner Podcast http://crazyrunnermatt.blogspot.com/) Army Tri Guy with a Chicago tri Race Report

Running to Disney- Ep. 76: Mountain Lakes Triathlon Race Report

shadwell — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:43:20 +0000

Gordon completes his first Triathlon! Mountain Lakes Sprint Triathlon, August 14, 2010. Total time: 1:38:11 Swim 600 yds: 11:47; Bike 16.2 miles: 55:47; 3 mile run: 24:41.

Running to Disney- Ep. 75: Be who you ARE

shadwell — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:16:45 +0000

Gordon updates his training, his weight, his open water swim for the upcoming Triathlon, and ruminates on why we should be who we were made to be, and not who others think we should be or who we think others want us to be.

Running to Disney- Ep. 74: Burning River 100 - Observations and Declarations

shadwell — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:59:09 +0000

Gordon and Megan (Run Vegan Run Podcast) go for a run in Dayton, Ohio and reflect upon their experience as crew members for Mike (DirtDawg’s Running Diatribe Podcast) and Kevin (www.justfinish.com) at the 2010 Burning River 100 Mile Endurance Race.

Cool voice mails follow

Running to Disney- Ep. 73: The Marathon is not a destination, but part of the journey

shadwell — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:30:33 +0000

Gordon discusses two ways of viewing the marathon and how cross-training and new goals work into the mix. He updates his training, talks about swimming, his weight, and his recent run in Chattanooga. He also announces that he’s registered for a sprint triathlon in August. Big shout out to Megan from the Run Vegan Run podcast for her recent PR/BQ at the San Francisco Marathon. WOOT!!!

Megan’s website: www.veganrunningmom.com

Mountain Lakes Tri: http://www.team-magic.com/events/mountainlakes/index.html

Running to Disney- Ep. 72: People Who Leave Me Speechless (and that ain’t easy!)

shadwell — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 20:45:37 +0000

Gordon shares the VMs and emails he received on July 20th 2010, the anniversary of his decision to reclaim his health and longevity. He is humbled and speechless. Truly honored.

Running to Disney- Ep. 71: One Year

shadwell — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:19:44 +0000

It is the first anniversary of Gordon’s quest to reclaim his health. He reflects on where he has been and where he is going as he rides his bike to the pool to train for, gulp, a triathlon for which he has yet found the guts to register.

Running to Disney- Ep. 70: My success is OUR success

shadwell — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:54:59 +0000

Gordon actually records while he runs for the first time in forever. He reports on his ITBS, his cross training, his swimming (what?), yes, his swimming. He discusses how he started losing weight. Then he asks listeners to join him in celebrating one year (July 20) of reclaiming his health, by asking that they do him a favor!

Running to Disney- Ep. 69: I can’t remember what I was going to call this episode

shadwell — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 01:29:40 +0000

Injury update. Swim update. Gordon update. Other stuff I forgot to write down. VM from Trish!

Running to Disney- Ep. 68: Gordon heed thine own words

shadwell — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 14:52:39 +0000

Gordon discusses how he is great at giving advice to others, yet stinks at heeding his own counsel. He discusses a mild injury that has him sidelined from running for a couple of weeks. he asks for suggestions on how to celebrate one year of weight loss (July 20). Amazing people send cool voice mails

Running to Disney- Ep. 67: Childhood is fleeting

shadwell — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:36:52 +0000

Gordon doesn’t talk a lot about running. He discusses the nature of childhood and the bittersweet nature of being a parent. He talks about HIS LIFE. All this in light of viewing Toy Story 3 over the weekend. He gets a great voice mail from Carrie R. And he explains his new intro

Running to Disney- Ep. 66:The mind must free the body to excel

shadwell — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 21:12:47 +0000

Gordon takes a bike ride–again–and talks about his body image, the importance of training the mind to let the body excel, and he babbles a LOT!

Running to Disney- Ep. 65: Preston’s First 5K

shadwell — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:14:42 +0000

Gordon runs a 5K with his oldest son, Preston (11). The Honda 5K in Lincoln, Alabama, site of a Honda auto plant. It was a mixture of trails and road, and Preston did great: 38:11 by the Garmin! VMs from cool people follow!

Run Like Health to Disney: Two Vegans Chat About Food, Inc. and Earthlings

shadwell — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 03:20:44 +0000

Not a normal show. Gordon chats with Jake, the host of the most excellent Run Like Health Podcast (runlikehealth.com). Both are Vegan and both have recently viewed both Food, Inc. and Earthlings. They sit down and discuss what they saw and how it affected them.

DISCLAIMER: if you are downloading this for Running to Disney fun, this is not the show for that. We discuss something we’ve become passionate about. I do not want to force you to listen to this, nor do I want to sound preachy. Listen if you wish, but just know that this is not a normal RTD episode. This is a chat between two friends about their lifestlye.

Running to Disney- Ep. 64: Rockin’ on the River 10K

shadwell — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 14:58:25 +0000

Gordon finishes his racing season and heads into the summer months with a new PR in the 10K. He discusses where he is with running and what he wants to do next. Men in red jumpsuits attack his car. He buys some VFFs and goes to Whole Foods

Cool voice mails

Running to Disney- Ep. 63: Two Things (and the importance of changing underwear daily)

shadwell — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 23:50:47 +0000

Gordon can’t shut up and gives you a LONG episode. He discusses two things, and why it is important to change underwear daily.

The song is from Podsafe Music Network: “This is My Life” by 2 Sided Story

Running to Disney- Ep. 62: I’m Vegan and I have the t-shirt to prove it

shadwell — Wed, 26 May 2010 01:35:12 +0000

Gordon takes you on another resting recovery day bike ride and discusses his weight loss, his Veganism, his training, his and upcoming races. He rants about how all runners, no matter the experience, still have lots to learn.

Running to Disney- Ep. 61: Mancation at the Flying Pig, Part 2

shadwell — Thu, 20 May 2010 02:59:13 +0000

Part 2 of audio taken while on Mancation at the Flying Pig Mraton Weekend in Cincinnati. In this episode we actually run the race, are haunted by Lynyrd Skynrd, meet Jason of palmettorunner.com, and run into Kevin of the Extra Mile Podcast, and cool man Rich Davey.

Running to Disney- Ep. 60: I will not be a slave to medicine

shadwell — Fri, 14 May 2010 02:14:13 +0000

Gordon takes a break from editing his mancation audio to go for a bike ride and discuss his movement away from Blood Pressure meds, his training, upcoming races, and has special words for a fellow runner.

Running to Disney- Ep. 59: Soo wee pig, it’s a mancation!!

shadwell — Fri, 07 May 2010 19:28:15 +0000

Gordon organizes a “Running to Disney Mancation Caravan” from Alabama to Cincinnati for the Flying Pig Half Marathon. Here is audio he took from before the race, and during the race. He also has a VM from a dear friend about his recent news that the doctor has cleared him to stop taking his BP meds.

Running to Disney- Ep. 58: I get a little nervous

shadwell — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:41:36 +0000

Gordon discusses a bunch of stuff including his “coaching” a friend to his first marathon, his anxiety over tempo runs. He has audio of a discussion over underwear he has with Preston and asks a favor of you

Voice Mail for Megan of Run Vegan Run 206-350-8426

Running to Disney- Ep. 57: Run Happy. Everything else is gravy on the cake!

shadwell — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 23:25:12 +0000

Gordon discusses his recent vasectomy (kinda G rated), his transition to Veganism, and the growth seen in his running friends. He plays audio of what he sounds like on demerol and valium after the doctor’s visit. He gets great Voice Mails from cool people.

Running to Disney- Ep. 56: Shake and Bake!!! Talladega Half Marathon Race Report

shadwell — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:03:10 +0000

Ricky Bobby (AKA Gordon) recaps his half marathon experience at the Talladega Superspeedway. He also announces that he is joining Team AllEars!

Running to Disney- Ep. 55: Birthday reflections

shadwell — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 03:16:37 +0000

On his 43rd birthday, Gordon reflects on the last year of his life, with regard to his running and eating, and self-esteem. He is grateful for the people, digital or not, in his life. Nice voice mails, a couple of podcast endorsements, and a promo for The Extra Mile Podcast Experiment. Oh, and he also keeps calling this Episode 54, the doofus

Running to Disney- Ep. 54: The Making Tracks 5K and Ironing clothes

shadwell — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 01:48:27 +0000

In what has to be the worst episode he has produced (and one sure to lose any remaining listeners), Gordon sets a PR in the 5K, shares ironing secrets, goes to Wal-Mart, and gets great Voice Mails.

Running to Disney- Ep. 53: Stuff, Stuff, and more Stuff

shadwell — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 18:12:32 +0000

Gordon discusses stuff: his nutrition, his training, his plans. He also shared Disney Endurance news. Nice VM at end of show. Really Nice VM!

Running to Disney- Ep. 52: Cruise Report & We Are Runners, Nothing Less, Nothing More

shadwell — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:39:23 +0000

Gordon reports on his Cruise experience, how he lost a half a pound on a cruise, rants about the idea of “Athena and Clydesdale” divisions in road races, and shares audio from his cruise.

Running to Disney- Ep. 51: Power Run 8K PR!

shadwell — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:26:26 +0000

Gordon PRs in his first 8K race, shocks himself with his finish time, chats with his wife about her 5K experience in Myrtle Beach, chats with his sons about things sons chat about, and recaps his lifestyle and running changes.

Running to Disney- Ep. 50: 50th Episode!

shadwell — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:58:00 +0000

Gordon gives you a fairly ho-hum celebration of the festivus miracle of reaching 50 episodes! I give you 4 words: Peanut Butter Builder Bar!

Running to Disney- Ep. 49 (pt 2): Audio from the Myrtle Beach un-Marathon

shadwell — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 03:37:25 +0000

Gordon doesn’t run the Myrtle Beach marathon thanks to the pinheads who run Myrtle Beach, but he does go for a walk/run with really cool people! They talk about lots of crazy stuff.

Running to Disney- Ep. 49 (pt 1): A training update and a book report

shadwell — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:39:14 +0000

Gordon gives a brief recap of the Myrtle Beach adventure with a promise for more in the second part of this episode. He updates his recent training and nutrition progress. He also recaps chapter 1 of a book he is reading: Running Through The Ages, by Edward Sears.

Running to Disney- Ep. 48: Why a bad thing can sometimes be good for us

shadwell — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 05:08:50 +0000

Gordon riffs on why bad things, setbacks, injuries, bad races and all that, can appear to be really bad in the short term, but in the long view might just be good for us as runners and humans. He also interviews Mrs Disneyrunner about her upcoming 5K. He later laughs maniacally in his car. He also reads Dr. Seuss with his son

Running to Disney- Ep. 47: Tips for first time marathoners

shadwell — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:46:46 +0000

Gordon shares tips and info for first time marathoners. He also braves the book fair at school with his kids, and discusses with them the size of alien brains and whether Gordon or Mario (of Mario Brothers) would win in a fight.

Running to Disney- Ep. 46: You got questions? I make up answers!

shadwell — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:33:28 +0000

Gordon asks for topics to discuss while on his next run. Instead of getting easy questions such as “what’s your favorite color?” he gets real important running questions, and tries his best to answer them with his smallish sized brain. Bonus content: Jessica’s WDW race report and Gordon’s first night run: 9 miles at midnight!

Running to Disney- Ep. 45: WDW Marathon Weekend Race Reports

shadwell — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 03:20:00 +0000

Prepare for face melting inspiration as listeners call in their race reports from Disney’s Marathon Weekend. The best thing about this podcast is the people who listen to it!

You honor me and inspire me to be a better runner. Thanks!

Running to Disney- Ep. 44: A show about nothing!!!

shadwell — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:03:41 +0000

Sad that he’s missing WDW marathon weekend, Gordon puts together a show about nothing: he discusses his failed attempt to write a Seinfeld script, he answers really old listener email, he highlights fellow Goofy Runners for 20011, his children discuss the fact the “Funky Monkey is a noob,” and he reports on his problematic tibialis anterior.

Running to Disney- Ep. 43: Good Luck to all running WDW and a chat with Mrs. Disneyrunner

shadwell — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:08:08 +0000

A show to wish all of you running WDW next week the best of luck and the times of your lives. I will miss meeting you all very much. I am sad that I will not be there. I also go for a run/walk with my lovely bride, Mrs. Disneyrunner.

Running to Disney- Ep. 42: Tips for Disney’s Marathon Weekend (pt 2)

shadwell — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:57:40 +0000

Part 2 of my chat with Dominic. Plus a Holiday wish for you at the end of the show. Check out the links at www.runtodisney.com

Running to Disney- Ep. 41: Tips for Disney’s Marathon Weekend (pt 1)

shadwell — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 03:06:12 +0000

Gordon chats with his friend Dominic about things you should know about running at Disney during Marathon Weekend. Part 1 of 2

Running to Disney- Ep. 40: Rocket City Marathon Recap & Taking a Vegan to Atlanta

shadwell — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 04:41:59 +0000

Gordon runs the Rocket City Marathon, gets tremendous coaching-and a visit- from Megan (AKA Veganrunningmom), sets a new PR, and gets to play “Smokey and the Bandit.

He also wants to thank you all for your amazing and overwhelming support.

Listen to Megan’s podcast Run Vegan Run at www.veganrunningmom.com

Running to Disney- Ep. 39: The Taper Chronicles

shadwell — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 03:30:04 +0000

Gordon chronicles the last few days of his marathon training taper. His mood swings and emotions provide a barrier to overcome in order to have confidence for the race. Taper is a process of reminding ourselves that we have worked hard, banked miles, and ARE prepared.

Running to Disney- Ep. 38: 21 miles, hummus, and losing confidence

shadwell — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 02:20:41 +0000

Gordon makes his last long run before the marathon, 21 miles, finds that he lacks any confidence whatsoever. He records all of this episode in his car. He makes hummus–successfully.

Blogs of the week: http://super-edo.blogspot.com/ (Things Ed Likes) and www.thedvclife.com (The DVC Life)

Running to Disney- Ep. 37: Anatomy of 20-Mile Run

shadwell — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:20:34 +0000

In an abbreviated show, Gordon dissects a recent 20-mile run, discusses his calf issues, plays cool voice mails, and plays songs from a bunch of 2d graders in honor of Veterans Day.

Running to Disney- Ep. 36: Accountability, Twitter, & Dragons

shadwell — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:56:52 +0000

Running to Disney- Ep. 35: Race for the Taste 10K–corrected

shadwell — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:46:16 +0000

corrected audio issues

Running to Disney- Ep. 35: Race for the Taste 10K

shadwell — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:34:36 +0000

Gordon takes a trip to Disney World and runs the final Race for the Taste 10K. He has an awkward moment in the men’s restroom at Disney. And he gets nice voice mails from people he admires.

Running to Disney- Ep. 34: Disney Podcasters Who Run- Lou Mongello, WDW Radio

shadwell — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:56:14 +0000

Gordon interviews Lou Mongello of WDWradio.com in another in his series of Disney Podcasters who run. He shares thoughts about regaining the joy in running, he fails miserably in an attempt to surprise his kids with a trip to WDW, and he gets some nice voice mails.

Blog of the week: themouseandmore.blogspot.com

Hey, Gordon, you’ve just published Episode 34 of Running to Disney, where are you going now?

I’m going to Disney World!

Running to Disney- Ep. 33: Disney Podcasters Who Run- Len Testa, WDW Today

shadwell — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:00:17 +0000

Gordon interviews THE Len Testa, Co-Author of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World (ding), manager of TouringPlans.com, and co-host of the WDW Today Podcast. They talk about running, running at Disney, and the upcoming Fantasyland expansion at WDW.

Later in the show, Gordon shares an epiphany he had while on a fabulous 14 mile run, he shares news about the very wet Expedition Everest Challenge, and reads listener emails and plays voice mails.

Running to Disney- Ep. 32: An “official” bit of lost audio

shadwell — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:23:10 +0000

Gordon plays some lost audio from June that addresses the abuse and misuse of the word “official.” He reflects on lessons learned from being a parent. He gets some fabulous voicemail and email.

Running to Disney- Ep. 31: The longue durée

shadwell — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:00:32 +0000

Gordon finally gets a chance to record a new show and rambles about the importance of taking the long view of your running–and life in general. Don’t let your life be defined by a single event and don’t let your running be defined by a single run. Look at the long-term cycles. In other words, don’t obsess over that dying tree that sits in the middle of a beautiful forest you have created.

Running to Disney-Ep. 30: Disney Podcasters Who Run–Wedway Radio

shadwell — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 03:11:16 +0000

In the first of a series of interviews with Disney Podcasters who also run, Gordon interviews Nate Parrish of the excellent Wedway Radio podcast (www.wedwayradio.com) about running and Disney. Callers want to know if the food processor is okay after trying to make hummus out of uncooked chickpeas. And Gordon’s kids argue over legos.

Running to Disney-Ep. 29: Making Hummus is Harder than It Looks

shadwell — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:46:30 +0000

In an effort to feed his ever growing addiction to Hummus, Gordon tries to make it at home…and fails in an epic manner. He also talks about Disney Endurance races and running, but mostly fails at making hummus.

Running to Disney-Ep. 28: Complacency Not Allowed

shadwell — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:01:01 +0000

Gordon runs a 5K, and renews his love/hate relationship with those races. He ruminates on why we shouldn’t get too comfortable in life or in running…to be still or get comfortable invites complacency…we must move forward.

He gets good emails and voice mails. He announces his weight loss plans and first results.

Running to Disney-Ep. 27: Remembering Where We’ve Been So We Can Know Where We’re Going

shadwell — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 03:13:34 +0000

The funk is over.

Running to Disney-Ep. 27: Remembering Where We’ve Been So We Can Know Where We’re Going

shadwell — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 03:10:58 +0000

Gordon breaks out of his running funk with a diatribe vigorously defending his stature as a runner, and making the assertion that runners look like those who run, short, tall, skinny, fat, if you run, you “look like” a runner…in other words, those hard bodies you see on the cover of Runners World do not represent the rank and file of the running community.

Running to Disney-Ep. 26: Falling into the Canyon of Funk, pt. 2

shadwell — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:49:30 +0000

Gordon finally climbs out of Funk Canyon with some help from his friends. He has another phone conversation with his friend Hope about getting out of running funks, he announces his next marathon, he gives a Disney Running tip of the week, highlights a blog of the week and plays great voice mails. He also announces the new Dis-Runners.com website.

Running to Disney-Ep. 25: Falling into the Canyon of Funk, pt. 1

shadwell — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:22:17 +0000

Gordon falls into the the Grand Canyon of running funks and tries to claw himself out. To do so, he interviews Hope Jones, a former student of his who holds Master’s degrees in Sports Psychology and Counseling and also operates Setup Events (www.setupevents.com), a group that times and produces races in North Carolina. He introduces a new “blog of the week” segment and shares Disney endurance news as well.

Running to Disney-Ep. 24: A Tale of Two 10Ks

shadwell — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 01:06:29 +0000

Gordon recaps 2 10K races that he ran in two successive weeks. he runs his first 10K ever and all goes right and well. The next week he runs a 10K in the Alabama heat and suffers. He runs a 10K with two Twitter friends and they recap their race and talk about all sorts of running issues: running in the Alabama heat, trail running, compression socks, Dirtdawg, running in groups, and the Peach festival 10K they just ran.

Running to Disney-Ep. 23: Team All Ears

shadwell — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:56:38 +0000

Gordon interviews Michelle Scribner-MacClean and Mike Scopa, co-coaches of Team All Ears, a group of runners who will run during Disney Marathon Weekend while also raising money for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer (allears.net and walk.avonfoundation.org).

Running to Disney–Ep.22 Review of Country Music Half-Marathon

shadwell — Mon, 25 May 2009 16:53:57 +0000

Gordon discusses the good and bad about the Country Music Half-Marathon, reviews a Fuel Belt hydration system, reads listener emails, plays listener voice mails, and updates on the registration status of the 2010 Disney Marathon Weekend.

Running to Disney–Ep.21

shadwell — Thu, 14 May 2009 03:49:25 +0000

Enter a new dimension with Gordon as he runs the Country Music Half-Marathon.

Running to Disney - Ep. 20 - Hammer Nutrition

shadwell — Thu, 07 May 2009 03:53:37 +0000

Gordon interviews Hammer Nutrition owner and co-founder Brian Frank.

Run Vegan Run! (Episode 1)

shadwell — Sun, 03 May 2009 22:40:49 +0000

(Don’t adjust your dials! This is the Running to disney network, but I’m hosting the inaugural episode of Run Vegan Run! for my dear friend Megan (veganrunningmom on Twitter). She’ll have her own channel soon, but until then, I hope you enjoy!)

This is the 1st episode of Run Vegan Run! In this episode I introduce myself, Megan, to the listeners. I talk about how I became a runner, why I run and how I manage to fit it in with a busy family life. I talk about why our family is vegan, how much fun cooking is as a vegan and I give credit to Colleen Patrick Goudreau for her amazing cookbooks, recipes, website and many other vegan delights. Please visit her website at www.compassionatecooks.com

I also discuss my involvement with the Girls on The Run program. Visit their website at www.girlsontherun.org Most importantly I gave thanks to Gordon at Running to Disney for all of his help in getting me started, keeping me inspired to do this and for entertaining me on my runs. Please visit his website at www.runtodisney.com. In addition I also thank Shawn and Jason of Trilogy Running for all of their help too and for helping me get my name out in the world. Their website is www.trilogyrunning.com

For comments, suggestions or for any other reasons please visit my website at www.veganrunningmom.com

Running to Disney–Ep.19

shadwell — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 03:40:59 +0000

Part 2 of Gordon’s interview with triathlete and marathon coach Lisa Colvin. He also reads nice listener emails, play great listener voice mails and gives some info on the Disney Endurance series of races.

(This podcast is a fan show and is not affiliated with the Disney company or any of its affiliated corporate entities.)

Running to Disney–Ep.18

shadwell — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:01:31 +0000

Part 1 of Gordon’s interview with Lisa Colvin, a world class triathlete, his friend and marathon coach. He also talks to his son about Club Penguin, gets nice voice mails, and congratulates Boston Marathon finishers.

Running to Disney–Ep.17

shadwell — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 03:42:27 +0000

Gordon rambles about D23, new social media, and its misuse– all while catching a cold. He interviews Hudson about a race he won. He takes Preston on a spooky drive. Oh, and he celebrates his birthday and some callers send him greetings. And he dares sing “Cotton Eyed Joe”

Running to Disney–Ep.16

shadwell — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 03:49:49 +0000

Gordon runs away from lightning, watches his run fade away with a passing storms, interviews the founder of Go Wagon (gowagon.com) and Shared Vision Track Club (sharedvisiontrackclub.org), picks his kids up from school without getting yelled at by other moms, and gets some nice voice mails.

Running to Disney - Ep. 15

shadwell — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:34:44 +0000

Gordon interviews the owner of Freedom Sports in Panama City, Florida (myfreedomsports.com), discusses his path to becoming a History professor, reads emails, runs through fake tunnels, and tries to convince anyone from Pearl Izumi to send him free shoes for a wear test (size 11.5, motion control), or shorts (size: xxl).

Running to Disney - Ep. 14

shadwell — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:58:05 +0000

Gordon goes on vacation and runs at the beach. He laments the behavior of college spring breakers, runs hill intervals in a big bridge, gets a Disney Princess half-marathon race report, and receives many, many, many voice mails.

Running to Disney - Ep. 13

shadwell — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:54:32 +0000

Gordon goes for a run after eating breath mints laced with Vitamin C and caffeine. He gets emails and voice mails from great listeners, including a Disney’s Princess Half-Marathon finisher. And his sons star in a tearjerker dramatic–err, I mean real–depiction of their spring together.

Running to Disney - Ep. 12

shadwell — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:40:50 +0000

Gordon gets a Garmin! He also discusses his addiction to package tracking, gets nice voice mails from listeners, and tries to explain Twitter to a 7-year old.

Running to Disney - Ep. 11

shadwell — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:40:19 +0000

Gordon runs the St. Andrews Mardi Gras 5K (Panama City, FL), watches a not-so-great Mardi Gras parade, listens to a zydeco band, meets a fellow Disney marathoner, gets voice mails, and hears his kids chant for food.

Running to Disney - Ep. 10

shadwell — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 12:30:43 +0000

A milestone, Gordon reaches episode 10 and discusses his new orthotics, Bass Pro Shops, his general dullness, why he’s like his kids, renews his appeal for a free Garmin, and much more.

Running to Disney - Ep. 9

shadwell — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 03:54:57 +0000

Gordon rambles on another run and goes to Birmingham for the Mercedes Marathon where he meets the “stars” of Trilogy Running, Jason and Shawn.

Running to Disney - Ep. 8

shadwell — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 03:10:15 +0000

Without a new race goal, Gordon struggles to run consistently. He discusses orthotics, his posterior tibial tendonitis, and plans for the next race, and other random thoughts.

Running to Disney - Ep. 7

shadwell — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:18:35 +0000

“I did it!” Gordon runs the Disney Marathon 2009.

Running to Disney - Ep. 6

shadwell — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 16:36:27 +0000

It’s Happy New Year taper time as Gordon counts down the last few days before his first marathon at Disney on Jan 11. He has cameos from Trilogy Running and the Extra Mile, reports from his last 20 miler, and ruminates on running while traveling.

Running to Disney - Ep. 5

shadwell — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 03:12:11 +0000

The 2009 Disney Marathon is only a month away! This week Gordon interviews a veteran of the Disney Marathon and Goofy Challenge for tips on running Disney.

Running to Disney - Ep. 4

shadwell — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 14:41:20 +0000

This week is all about Thanksgiving rambling: Gordon is thankful for dogs not attacking him, he gets his first podcast related voicemail, and he has more Disney Marathon weekend news.

Running to Disney Ep. 3

shadwell — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 02:02:02 +0000

This week, Gordon updates the Arien O’Connell story, talks about his 19 miler, babbles randomly during a run, and is NOT attacked by dogs. Plus other Disney running news.

Running to Disney Ep. 2

shadwell — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 02:42:10 +0000

Another episode of the Running to Disney Podcast. This week Gordon ruminates on lack of sleep, get attacked by small dogs, and thinks chocolate milk is the perfect recovery drink.

Running to Disney Ep. 1

shadwell — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:50:54 +0000

A forty-something runner trains for his first marathon, the 2009 Walt Disney Marathon. Visit the blog: www.runtodisney.com

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