69. Runna, Fat Loss Phase & Custom vs Group Programs

In this episode of 'Lifting, Running, and Living,' hosts Kelly and JK (episode 69) dive into their usual updates and explore the debate on customized workouts versus group training programs. Kelly discusses her experience with a new running app, Runna, highlighting its features and shortcomings for newer runners. JK shares his recent trip to Nashville for a college football championship game and talks about entering a fat loss phase with specific goals and challenges. The main focus of the episode is the value of customized workouts, where they argue that while individualized programs have their merits, a well-executed group training program with adequate guidance can serve most people's needs effectively. They emphasize the importance of execution and proper intensity over mere customization, offering insights into both lifting and running scenarios.00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff00:43 Kelly's New Training Plan with Runna02:48 Customizing the Runna App06:26 Challenges and Feedback on Runna13:32 Social Media Blackout19:24 Living Updates and Nashville Trip22:26 Unexpected Montana Trip23:12 Starting a Fat Loss Phase24:41 Maintaining Fitness Goals29:38 The Importance of Custom Workouts33:12 Group vs. Individual Training36:38 Balancing Customization and Guidance47:49 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationFollow the pod at ⁠⁠⁠@liftingrunninglivingpod⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠Follow JK at ⁠⁠@coachjkmcleod⁠⁠Follow Kelly at ⁠⁠⁠@runningklutz ⁠