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Mr. Rubio Used To Run
by Running Warehouse
Travel with Running Warehouse Co-Founder Joe Rubio 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”.
Episodes
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S2E7 | Monica DeVreese, rabbit Co-Founder
This week, we sat down with rabbit co-founder Monica DeVreese to talk about her journey through the running industry. An experienced runner, store owner, consumer, and brand builder herself, Monica brings experience-inspired passion to her apparel, footwear, and business. Joe and Monica talk…
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S2E6 | Berlin Marathon and Adios Pro 5
After a busy trip to Berlin, Joe sits down with Cameron and Erik to chat about racing, athletes, shoes, and exciting new projects from adidas. We discuss our thoughts on the Adios Pro 5, unpack some controversy, and unpack Erik’s experience after racing the Berlin Marathon with them on his feet....
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S2E5 | Tales from UTMB® with Becky Winicki
Fresh out of Chanonix, we sit down with Becky to unpack her OCC® experience. From croissants in your running pack to speedrunning local legend titles, we talk about the beauty of the UTMB® World Series and how Becky's race went. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on…
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S2E4 | Benefits of Interval Training
One of the best tools for running further, faster is interval training. This week, Joe and Cameron talk about the benefits of intervals, how they let us increase our total running volume, and where they came from. We also share our thoughts on the New Balance SuperComp Rebel v1, Dynafish, and…
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S2E3 | Why Marathon Training is Like Pulp Fiction
This week, Joe defends his claim that marathon training plans have a lot in common with Pulp Fiction. We dive into a brief history of classic training techniques and how they've shaped the workouts we know and love. What does this have to do with a Tarantino film? Only Joe can explain. If you...
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S2E2 | Chinese Running Shoes
Joe and Cameron sit down to chat about the rapidly rising popularity of Chinese running shoes and the challenges of bringing them to the Running Warehouse market. Joe shares his experience of importing Chinese spikes back in the day and explains why it's a very different process now. We talk…
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S2E1 | Mr. Rubio is Back!!
After a brief hiatus, Joe is back in the studio with lots more to talk about! This week, he sits down with Cameron to talk about PUMA, the London Marathon, Dealer Conferences, and a run-in with Usain Bolt! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube…
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46 | Goodbye, Connor!
End of an Era. After 13 years as a Running Warehouse staple, Connor is taking to the road. In this farewell (for now) episode of Mr. Rubio Used to Run, we've got reflections, insights into new shoes, some parting hot takes, and maybe one or two tears getting shed. If you enjoyed this episode, be...
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45 | Track Records and The Distance Of Hub Of America
From Flagstaff to Boston, this week Joe and Connor go into their recent adventures full of fast running and record setting performances. And while the pro runners are important, we also dive into a few of the latest shoe offerings including the ASICS Superblast 3, HOKA Cielo X 1 3.0, and the...
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44 | Charlie Lawrence - 50 Mile WR Holder And adidas Prime X Evo Tester
Ultra Marathon Pro Charlie Lawrence joins us this week to talk about his transition from Marathon running, to setting the 50 Mile World Record. With a busy year of racing, Charlie is coming off the Chasing 100 event where he helped play a part in developing the most advanced race shoe ever, the...
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43 | Mr. Rubio's Shoe Adventures - TRE And USATF XC Nationals
This week Mr. Rubio and Connor return to discuss a busy month of travel. From Texas, to Oregon, and Back to California, there is lots of newness to reveal in the running shoe world! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the…
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42 | NEW 2026 Running Shoes!!! Sneak Peak Of The Top Upcoming Shoes
The top running shoes of 2026 are coming to Running Warehouse and this week Mr. Rubio and Connor discuss some of the shoes they are looking forward to most in the new year! With The Running Event happening all week in San Antonio, we get to take a sneak peak at the coolest and most innovative…
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41 | Mr. Rubio's Top Running Shoe Picks 2025
The top running shoes of 2025 are here at Running Warehouse and this week Mr. Rubio and Connor go into all of their favorites. From daily trainers, to performance trainers, and even super shoes, we go into all the best running shoes and break down all the latest tech!! If you enjoyed this…
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40 | The Ultimate Guide To Midsole Foams | Deep Dive Into EVA, PEBA, ATPU, TPEE
This week we take a deep dive into everything foam related. From the early days of EVA to the newest generation ATPU compounds, we go through each and share some industry insider stories never heard before! If you like to geek out on the latest running shoe tech, you wont want to miss this…
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39 | Amol Saxena: The #1 Doctor Of The Track Stars
This week the running worlds top foot doctor, Amol Saxena, joins us to share his in depth knowledge of running injuries, new age recovery tools, running shoe design, and a whole lot more! Amol has not only has treated some of the top runners in the world (like Olympic medalist Galen Rupp) but is...
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38 | Track Nationals Recap, Illegal Ultramarathon Shoes, And New Training Techniques!!!
Joe returns from Eugene and gives us his full recap of USATF nationals, Connor is back racing, and we go deep into the secret adidas shoe built to break the 100k WR!! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion: Shop Running...
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37 | The Original HS XC National Champions: Kira Jorgensen Abercromby And Julia Stamps Mallon
Former Footlocker XC / Kinney XC Champs Kira Jorgensen Abercromby And Julia Stamps Mallon join us in the studio this week to chat about their dominant HS cross country careers and the many lessons they've learned along the way. With many successes on the Track, Wall Street, and even in Space…
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36 | Lance Harter: Legendary NCAA Track And XC Coach
Lance Harter joins us this week and shares his experiences as the head Cross Country and Track coach at the University of Arkansas, Cal Poly Slo, and Team USA. As one of the most successful coaches in the sports history, Lance walks us through some of his training secrets and gives us a behind…
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35 | Stroller Mile World Record, Women's Sub 4 Mile, And Grand Slam Track News
This week on Mr. Rubio used To Run we have LOTS of records. From the stroller mile world record to Faith Kipyegon's Sub 4 mile attempt, we see alot of fast running that continues to blow our minds! If you're a true Track fan, you wont want to miss out on this weeks action packed episode! If you...
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34 | Brittany Charboneau: Pro Runner, Amateur Comedian, Full Time Mother!
Pro Runner Brittany Charboneau joins us this week to talk about competing on the trails, coin collecting on the run, and improv comedy. A truly multi-talented person, Brittany brings an extra flare of excitement that you wont want to miss!! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review…
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33 | Indoor Track Marathons, 100 Year Old Running Shoes, and Testing The adidas Evo 2
Joe and Connor are back from the future in this double header episode of Mr. Rubio Used To Run. From California, to Boston, to Germany, and back to California, the Running Warehouse team has been traveling around the world and creating content. From hanging out with the influencers in Boston, to...
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32 | Jordan (Hasay) Hogan: Proto Vaporflys, Cryosaunas, and National Records
Jordan Hogan (formerly Jordan Hasay) joins us this week to chat about her legendary running career! From setting untouchable junior national records to running world class marathon times, Jordan has excelled at every stage of her running journey and gives us some unique views of what it's like to...
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31 | Track Attacks, 100 Mile DQs, And New ASICS Super Shoes??
The spring racing season is in full effect and competition is getting SPICY! From baton attacks on the track to Ultra Marathoners getting DQ'd for illegal shoes, these races are not just seeing fast times but also crazy headlines. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on...
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30 | Vince Engel: Nike Ads with Michael Jordan And Humboldt Running With Bill Scobey
Nike advertising legend Vince Engel and the mileage king Bill "Mad Dog" Scobey join us on today's podcast to chat about running at Humboldt State in the 70s, racing with track and field legends through the 80s, and creating some of the most well known sports ads of the 90s. Get an exclusive look…
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29 | Erik Dube: RW Shoe Buyer And Ultra Marathon Veteran
Ultra Marathon veteran and Running Warehouse shoe buyer Erik Dube joins us this week on the pod to chat about the craziest 100 mile races, the top running shoes on the market, and his many experiences over the years in the Footwear Industry. If you are a fan of Running Warehouse history or just...
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28 | 2025 Goals, Performance Limits, And Mr. Rubio's Top Shoe Picks
Mr. Rubio and Connor are back to chat their New Years goals for 2025, the performance limits for elite athletes as they get older, and some of the top running shoe picks in every category. If you consider yourself a true shoe nerd, this is definitely the episode for you! If you enjoyed this...
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27 | Best Running Shoes, Races, And Athletes Of 2024
2024 has come and gone and we decided to go through all the best shoes from each brand to see what was hot and what was not! Along with the old, we also take a quick glimpse into the future and give some advice to newer runners looking to bump up their mileage in 2025! If you enjoyed this…
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26 | Hobbs Kessler and Bryce Hoppel: The Electric Mid Distance Duo
Olympians Hobbs Kessler and Bryce Hoppel join us on this weeks episode to chat about their experiences training in Flagstaff, preparing for the Olympics, and racing against the 800m and 1500m against some of the top pros in the world. Get a behind the scenes look at what it's like to live and…
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25 | TRE Chaos, NCAA Nationals, And Sound Running XC
The Running Warehouse Team has been busy traveling around the country and checking out the latest shoes and fastest races. From the chaos of The Running Event (TRE), to the fast paced performances of NCAAs/ Sound Running Champs, we give you the inside scoop on some of the most important running...
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24 | 2025 Shoe Sneak Preview, Old School Training Logs And Race Wins
The Running Event is almost here and we give you an early sneak preview of some of the best new running shoes coming out in 2025! Along with new shoes, we also have take a look back at old school training logs and go into some recent Race Wins! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate /…
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23 | Comeback Seasons, Super Shoe Studies, and Double Threshold Runs
The racing season is in full swing and here at Running Warehouse, it's Comeback Season! This week we go in deep on just how important new super shoe technology and different training methods are in achieving success at your goal race! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head...
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22 | Gary Tuttle: Racing In The 70s Against Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, And The USSR
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! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure...
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21 | Secret Shoes, Run Clubs, And Historic Track Auctions
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! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head on over...
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20 | The Mad Shoe Scientist Behind Heeluxe Lab: Geoffrey Gray
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. If you...
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19 | The Doctors And Influencers Of Running
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...
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18 | Believe In The Run - The OG Shoe Reviewers
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...
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17 | Olympic Trials Chaos, Super Shoe Injuries, And The Best Supplements!
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! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate / review and head...
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16 | Bill "Mad Dog" Scobey: The Man Who Ran 200 Mile Weeks
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! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review…
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15 | New Age Track Meets, Old School Racing Flats, and Sports Betting!!
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. If you enjoyed this...
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14 | Designer Foams, Aerodynamic Shoes, And The Boston Marathon
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...
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13 | Todd Falker: The Man Reinventing Puma Running
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...
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12 | The Future Of New Balance Running With Tom Carleo And Danny Orr
This week we meet up with two legends in the running shoe space, Tom Carleo and Danny Orr. Tom is the VP of North America Running at New Balance and Danny is the GM of Performance Running. With diverse backgrounds and immense knowledge, both Tom and Danny have played a huge role at New Balance…
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11 | Olympic Runners, Dennis Rodman, And Fast Secret Service Agents!
Joe and Connor return from a busy few weeks to recap all the amazing races and crazy people met along the way. From the Olympic Trials, to Millrose, Mr. Rubio brings back many great stories that will not disappoint! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our...
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10 | Red-Line Workouts, Retro Shoes, And Longer Life Cycles
This week Joe and Connor discuss their thoughts on workouts that push you to the red line, throwback retro shoes, and the common trend of increasing shoe life cycles. We also go into our thoughts on who we thought would make the Olympic marathon team (we were some-what right with our picks!) If…
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9 | Carbon Plates, Shoe Reviews, And Crazy Running Labs
This week Joe and Connor dive into unique carbon plates, running shoe reviews, crazy running labs, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head on over to our Youtube channel to join the discussion!
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8 | The Biggest Running Party Of The Year
This week we are back and chatting about the craziness of Austin Texas during TRE, what could just be the biggest week of the year in the running space! We also had Sports Warehouse Marketing manager and HOKA Aggie Sean Davidson join in on the conversation to add in his own take on the city of...
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7 | Josh Kerr - Olympic Medalist and 1500m World Champion
Josh Kerr joins us this week to talk about his rise to fame in the running world. From his early days running with the Edinburgh athletic club, to taking bronze at the 2020 Olympics, and finally defeating Jakob Ingebrigtsen at the 2023 World Championships, Josh has proven to be one of the most...
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6 | Keith Kelly - NCAA XC Champ, Cat 1 Cyclist, New Balance Sales
Long time friend and XC beast Keith Kelly joins us this week to talk about his impressive career in the sport of running. From club running at an early age, to winning an NCAA XC title, and then finally ending up at New Balance selling shoes, Keith is a veteran in the space and brings the energy...
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5 | 2024 Running Shoe Sneak Previews
2024 is looking to be a big year for running shoes and we go into all the best super shoes, daily trainers, and trail options. From the new Nike Alphafly 3 to secret mystery shoes, we breakdown everything launching over the next year. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to rate / review and head…
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4 | Craig Engels: Your Mother’s Favorite Runner
Craig Engels, one of the biggest names in track and field, joins us for episode 4 to share with us his running story. From the early days hiding on the highschool XC bus, to joining the Nike Oregon Project, and now living and training in San Luis Obispo CA (the New Distance Hub), Craig brings so...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Travel with Running Warehouse Co-Founder Joe Rubio 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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Travel with Running Warehouse Co-Founder Joe Rubio 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...
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