The Planted Runner

The Planted Runner

You’ve already made two of the best decisions of your life as a plant-based runner. Now it’s time to get better at both every week. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic, and I went from not running at all to finishing a marathon in 2:58 at age 42, all on a plant-based diet. I’ve coached hundreds of vegan, vegetarian, and plant-curious runners of all ages and abilities with science-backed training, plant-based nutrition, and proven mental strength techniques. Whether you are training for your first 5k or your 50th marathon, you can start exactly where you are right now, and get better today.

Episodes

November 13, 2025 45 mins
Welcome to the PR Training Lab!  Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Leigh: 🏃🏽‍♀️47 years old 🏃🏿training for 50 marathons in 50 states 🏃🏼‍♀️3-5 races a year at “party pace” Learn how I create a custom marathon training plan for Leigh. Follow along with the questions I ask each runner: 1.  What is your goal? 2.  How long have you been running...
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When you’re plant-based and your family and friends aren’t, it can feel like you’re the odd one out.  If you’re hosting and you’re not making turkey on Thanksgiving, your meat-eating guests are likely to grumble.  If you’re a guest, you might go hungry unless you show up with a vegan meal to share. Is there any way to make the holiday gathering go a little smoother for everyone this year? Let’s find out. Today, I’m talking wit...
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Want to know the best way to keep running without injury? It could be all in your head. Let’s find out more. Today we are going to talk to Kate Edwards, an Atlanta-based physical therapist and board-certified orthopedic specialist who practices running medicine.  She has over 15 years of experience working with high performers, runners and athletes of all levels, from recreational athletes to Olympians. We’ll talk about: W...
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Let's face it.  Most of us aren’t Olympians.  We’re parents and people with full time jobs, and we’re not in our twenties any more. But we still want to get the best out of ourselves every time we train and line up at the start. What’s the best way to do that? Today we are going to talk to John Davis, coach and writer, who holds a PhD in human performance.  His new book is called Marathon Excellence for Everyone and I’m going to...
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If you want to maintain or even improve your running fitness all year round, you’re either going to make friends with the treadmill or you’ll have to find a way to make peace with the cold and dark this fall and winter. I’ll show you how. On today’s show, we are going to explore how you can get ready for fall and winter running. You’ll learn: Tips to stay motivated and run safely in the dark Exactly how to dress in an...
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How is it that some runners seem to have stomachs of steel while others barely make it through a run without some kind of GI disaster? The key is training your stomach. How?  Let’s find out! On today’s episode, I’m going to go over how to train your stomach, just like you train your legs. You’ll learn: What causes upper and lower GI issues on the run, How you can avoid this while still getting the fuel you need, and ...
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October 2, 2025 35 mins
Welcome to the PR Training Lab!  Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Daniel: 🏃🏽‍♀️55 years old 🏃🏿training for CIM Marathon, goal is to qualify for Boston 🏃🏼‍♀️needs to run 5 minutes faster than last race Learn how I create a custom marathon training plan for Daniel. Follow along with the questions I ask each runner: 1.  What is your goal? 2....
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If you’ve been running for any length of time, you know that running is as much mental as physical.  Maybe more. After all, it doesn’t matter how strong your legs are if your mind quits before the finish line. Today’s episode is about learning to view your running in a completely different way, as a practice, not a test.   You’ll learn: why hitting your paces in a workout doesn’t mean what you think it means, how lett...
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Eventually, if you run long enough, you’ll have knee problems.  At least, that’s what some people say. The truth is running is actually quite good for your knees, but try telling that to a runner with knee pain.  After all, it’s called “runner’s knee” for a reason. It’s clear that our knees can be a weak point, especially as we age.  So what can we do to ensure that we can run pain-free as long as possible? Let’s find out. On t...
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How can you make sure that the race you schedule before your goal is really a good idea? Let’s find out. Today’s episode is all about tune up races.  You’ll learn: when to add a tune up race for maximum benefit and minimum risk how to run your tune up race to best prepare you for your goal race, and alternative ways to use tune ups in your schedule Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and...
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When I was pregnant with my kids, I was not a runner.  I did what I could, but I definitely wasn’t running. In the years since, I’ve coached countless women through their pregnancies and postpartum and today, I’m going to share what I’ve learned from them and from the research. You’ll learn: how running can help you have a better pregnancy, an easier delivery, and a healthier baby.   when not to run while pregnant, and...
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If you’ve ever wanted to go behind the scenes of the Planted Runner, today’s the day. Today I’m in the hot seat.  Jeremy and I going to cover some of the most common questions that I get like: How have things changed since the hurricane in Asheville? What’s going on with the show and the PR Team?  And I’ll even spill a little tea about what’s happening personally with me after some pretty monumental changes in my ...
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August 21, 2025 37 mins
Welcome to the PR Training Lab!  Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Judy: 🏃🏽‍♀️63 years old 🏃🏿training for NYC Marathon, sub 3:49 goal 🏃🏼‍♀️going for her 7th star Learn how I create a custom marathon training plan for Judy. Follow along with the questions I ask each runner: 1.  What is your goal? 2.  How long have you been running regular...
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Jocelyn Benson just might be wired differently. She’s run around 40 marathons with no specific training, very few rest days, mainly just for fun.  She even ran one 8 months pregnant. And oh yeah, she also happens to be the Michigan Secretary of State. How and why does Jocelyn Benson train the way she does with such a high-profile career? Let’s find out. We talk about: How running came into her life and why she still does ...
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ENCORE RUN Imagine a 3-pack-a-day smoker for 20 years who finally quits.  And then goes on to not only qualify for the Boston Marathon multiple times, but accomplishes her fastest times in her sixties and is still going strong. Get ready to be inspired. Today I’m sharing my conversation with Amiee Cords. We’ll go over Her incredible story from smoker to smoking fast, The lessons she’s learned along the way, and ...
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The most important concept of all in long distance running is undoubtedly pacing.  Learn to control your pace and you will control your race. You’ll learn: a universal strategy to pace your workouts and races how pacing can be applied to strength training and nutrition, and how this same strategy can be applied to your long term running goals and even the rest of your life. I am not exaggerating when I say tha...
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What if I told you there was a way that you could not only keep, but build your running fitness even with an injury?  And even better,  it’s something you can do when you’re not injured to supplement your running fitness safely as you age. Plus it feels amazing on a hot summer day. Ready to dive in? Join my conversation with Fluid Running coach Jen Govostis. We talk about: The benefits of deep water running, The tech...
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July 17, 2025 52 mins
Welcome to the PR Training Lab!  Go behind the scenes with me as I create a custom training plan for one lucky runner. In this episode, we feature Cierra: 🏃🏽‍♀️26 years old 🏃🏿training for Philadelphia Marathon, 3:33 goal 🏃🏼‍♀️blew up in her last marathon Learn how I create a custom marathon training plan for Cierra. Follow along with the questions I ask each runner: 1.  What is your goal? 2.  How long have you bee...
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If you’re a marathoner training for a fall race and you’re running goal marathon paced workouts in July, you’re doing it wrong. Let’s explore a better way. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about race-specific workouts from the 5k to the marathon.  We’ll go over: Why the timing of race-specific workouts matters Why and how to plan workouts that focus on overall fitness instead, and When to narrow your focus...
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Most people think the sixth sense is about seeing dead people. But it’s actually balance which is critical to health, injury prevention, and longevity. How’s your balance?  Do you actively work on it?  And what does balance have to do with running and performance? Let’s find out. Welcome to the Planted Runner. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic and my mission is to help you improve your running, your mindset, and your life with science-...
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