Running 101 – Episode 2784

Episode 2784 – Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss working out until failure, give a “running 101” lesson for building up to longer races, and more.

Listen · Episode 2784Running 101Apr 6, 2026 · 66 min

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Running 101

• They talk about a radio show from the 1990s. (3:00)
  • It reminds him of some of the interactions he receives on the internet. (7:45)
• They discuss HIIT and working out to failure. (14:00)
  • If you don’t feel like you’ve worked out, you haven’t gone to failure.
• You need both cardio and strength training to be healthy; however, what you eat will always win over how much you exercise. (14:00)
• Training for a Race 101 (33:00)
  • Start with a 5K and work your way upwards.
  • Allow enough weeks between races for recovery and for building up for the next race. (38:00)
• If you are planning to run a race, Vinnie can coach you through an individualized plan.
• The best exercise is the one you’re going to do. (46:00)
• Vinnie and Anna will be recording an episode on yoga, Pilates, barre, and related topics.
• Anna shares a recipe that uses both her sauce and her cheese bites. (56:00)

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You can book a consultation with Vinnie to get guidance on your goals. https://vinnietortorich.com/phone-consultation-2/

More News

• Serena has added some of her clothing suggestions and beauty product suggestions to Vinnie’s Amazon Recommended Products link.
  • Self Care, Beauty, and Grooming Products that Actually Work!  
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• Don’t forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel. 
• “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon!
  • You can purchase or rent it here.https://amzn.to/4d9agj1
  • Please make sure to watch, rate, and review it!
• Eat Happy Italian, Anna’s next cookbook, is available! 
  • You can go to https://eathappyitalian.com
  • You can order it from Vinnie’s Book Club. https://amzn.to/3ucIXm
  • Anna’s recipes are in her cookbooks, on her website, and on Substack —they will spice up your day! https://annavocino.substack.com/