The Training Dummies: Recent Episodes
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Darryl, James, and Rob discuss adjusting your expectations and goals when it comes to training for a marathon.
Rob and Darryl discuss the Boston Marathon with Ally, A Boston Marathon Finisher!
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Rob, James, and Darryl discuss some recent struggles that has affected their running motivation.
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Darryl, Rob, and James realize that it is only 52 weeks until the marathon!!!!!
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James, Darryl, and Rob discuss how that last few weeks have gone, and not gone. But now there is 0% interest until 2024!
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Rob, James, and Darryl drink from the Flask of Excuses in this episode!
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Darryl, James, and Rob discuss how it’s going from a sprained ankle to getting up early in the morning for some treadmill work! Direct Link
James, Rob, and Darryl discuss how they’ve done in the last 8 weeks in regards to running and keeping to a schedule. Direct Link
Rob, James, and Darryl discuss Rob’s 90 day challenge and some of the struggles on getting motivated again to get running.
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Darryl, James, and Rob recap the marathon like it was yesterday and share some plans for the future.
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James, Darryl, and Rob discuss the last few weeks of training and where it’s going with less than 4 weeks until race day. Plus, James shares some news. Direct Link
James, Darryl, and Rob discuss the last few weeks of training and where it’s going with less than 4 weeks until race day. Plus, James shares some news. Direct Link
Rob, James, and Darryl recap their recent runs and struggles as the distances start to ramp up. 6 weeks until race day! Direct Link
Darryl and Rob discuss the wall and finding inspiration to keep up the marathon training with the bombshell that there are single digit weeks left until go time! TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
James, Darryl, and Rob discuss some stretching (what even is that?) and then start to talk about what motivates them to keep moving when everything is telling you stop. TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
Rob, James, and Darryl discuss how their training has been going as it really starts to hit home that they are less than 4 months away from running a full marathon. TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
Darryl, Rob, and James discuss some of the terms that come with training such as tempo, relaxed, and surges. Plus there’s 6 new songs on the TTD Marathon playlist! TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
James, Rob, & Darryl have officially signed up for a full marathon!!! They discuss that along with supplements to help them get there. And as a bonus, 6 new songs to the TTD Marathon playlist! TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
Darryl, Rob, and James(Yes, he’s back!) have a great discussion on fueling your runs. Before, During, and After. TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
Just Rob and Darryl this time as they discuss how training is going, their plans for the next 4 weeks, and anti chafing.. or gliding, if you will. TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
Rob and Darryl are joined by TikTok sensation, personal trainer and healthy eating/weight loss coach Renee, @reneec.fitness and discuss training, goals, and 75 soft! TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
James, Rob, and Darryl get into a discussion about 75 hard, New Year’s plans, and possible nutrition plans. Less than one year until go time! TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
James, Rob, and Darryl discuss their last month, cross-training, future goals, and lots of tangents! TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
Rob, James, and Darryl discuss motivation and their struggles with it and successes. TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
James, Rob, and Darryl discuss their recent races and how those went as they continue their journey towards a full marathon. TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
James, Darryl, and Rob talk about the progress they’ve had in the last month as well as some new goals and then get into running form! TTD Marathon Playlist – Apple TTD Marathon Playlist – Spotify Direct Link
In this episode, Rob, Darryl, and James discuss their next steps on their individual running journeys to conquer a full marathon in 2022. Direct Link
Well, it’s been a month since we decided we’re running a marathon, and even though we have not done much in that time, we’re still committed! With a mini goal of a 5k or 10k this summer, follow along as Rob, Darryl, and James discuss their marathon training efforts and goals. Direct Link
We’ve done a half marathon, and then Covid hit and we did nothing. Sounds like the perfect combination to inspire us to run a marathon. Listen to Rob and Darryl and special cohost James talk about their plans to run a full marathon. It may not be the Training Dummies you’re used to, but we’re … Continue reading Episode 254 – TTDM – We’re Training For A Marathon! →
In off the rails episode 253 Rob and Darryl get side tracked with how in the world to rank WoW pre-patches and what exactly they have to be excited for coming this Tuesday. Direct Link
With Shadowlands on the horizon Rob and Darryl jumped into another impromptu podcast session with Jabcup who you may remember from the last podcast these slackers put out! Yes, it was in May… Direct Link
In episode 251 the boys go waaaaay off the rails with special guest Jabcup! Come hang out as the crew gives some very candid opinions and post mortem breakdowns of Battle for Azeroth and the current state of World of Warcraft. Direct Link
It’s episode 250 and the boys are back in full effect… well, at least 80% effect! Come hang out as the crew is joined by the one and only world class classic warlock, Pink! In this episode, it’s all about really getting back to the good old days… again!!! In Classic WoW! What’s new since … Continue reading Episode 250 – I Said Sharding, Not Sharting →
The boys welcome back super lore and story aficionado Joe Lodur Perez! Episode 248 is the short and dirty run down of the Battle for Azeroth story and why it really is a super good expansion! Direct Link
It’s episode 247 and the fitness crew is back at it again! The boys are joined by englishguy James Ridgers and Allayva! It’s time to evaluate, align, and get your goals back in place. From running to trail hiking to shoes to accountability, this episode is all about the evolution of being a better you. … Continue reading Episode 247 – Those Dummies Are Training Again →
What’s been happening in real life and in game. What’s coming up for The Training Dummies and some stuff and things! Direct Link
What’s been happening in real life and in game. What’s coming up for The Training Dummies and some Blizzcon predictions. Direct Link
It’s episode 244 and the boys are back in full effect! Come hang out as the crew is joined by the one and only shaman that made Darryl turn his back on healing once and for all, Pink! In this episode, it’s all about getting back to the good old days… Classic WoW! You don’t … Continue reading Episode 244 – His Name Was Beefsteak →
In episode 243 the boys are joined by one of the most iconic and important characters in Warcraft history. Will he be the one to put Battle for Azeroth on the map? Direct Link
Rob and Darryl chat with Ron The Altaholic about his Month of may streaming to support St. Jude Children’s Hopsital and then bust into some Mythic Plus which you can catch on Ron’s video on demand! And then they left Darryl to come up with a show title all on his own. He totally nailed … Continue reading Episode 242 – Original Titles Are Hard Mode →
In episode 241 guest host James “englishguy” Ridgers is joined by Rob and Darryl to recount their health and fitness journeys. With everyone having finally wrapped up their destination of running a half marathon, the crew talks all about the events leading up to and across the finish line. Direct Link
In episode 240 the boys are joined once again by tinfoil hat Blizzard Watch and Lore Watch champion, Joe Perez! Come hang out as the boys recount the Battle for Azeroth Alliance side story all the way from the burning of Teldrassil to the currently war campaign efforts. Direct Link https://twitter.com/LodurZJ https://www.twitch.tv/goodjobchannel
In episode 239 the boys are joined once again by Overbuff social media maven, Sabriel! Come hang out as the crew talks all about Overwatch League, season 2, meta comps, 2019 All Access Pass, and what we can do as players and viewers to help Overwatch esports continue to grow. Direct Link
Rob and Darryl take a turn as the “experts” and train each other on their respective mains! Direct Link
In episode 237 the boys are joined by the one and only Sloot! Come hang out as the crew talks all about mythic raid progression, the ups and downs of Battle of Dazar’alor, balancing dungeons and raids, Mythic+, and the upcoming season of MDI. Direct Link https://twitter.com/Slootbag https://www.twitch.tv/sloot
Another Off The Rails where Rob and Darryl discuss half marathon training, Hearthstone, Heroes of the Storm, and Warcraft. There’s even a surprise guest! Direct Link
Rob and Darryl(a little bit) discuss BFA Lore from the pre-lauch events upto the Batte of Dazar’Alor on the Horde side with Nick and Katie from the Tauren & Goblin podcast. Darryl wanted to join in more but his janky internet said NO! Direct Link
In episode 234 the boys are joined by Stanzilla from the WeakAuras dev team. Come listen in and find out why WeakAuras is one of the best addons in World of Warcraft. From cool downs, to raid alerts, to helping you remember to summon that pesky pet, these custom codes will help you play at … Continue reading Episode 234 – WeakAuras Are NOT For The Weak →
In episode 233 the boys are joined by the time-altering, Frost Mage guide writing extraordinaire, Kuni! Come hang out as the crew talks about stats, talents, gear, and even some very tricky interactions that could put you on the top of the meters! Direct Link
In episode 232 the boys are joined by Heroes of the Storm content creator, Not Paradox! Come hang out as the crew talks all about the impact of losing HGC, a Heroes 3.0 wishlist, in game currency, and the brand new hero, Imperius. Direct Link https://twitter.com/Not_Paradox https://www.youtube.com/user/trevman003
The crew kicks off 2019 with a bang as englishguy James Ridgers stops by to talk about running and fitness goals for the new year. As the boys turn up their training from last years 5k run to a half marathon, James gives them a run down on everything they need to know. From hydration, … Continue reading Episode 231 – New Year, New You →
In episode 230 of the Training Dummies, the boys are joined by the Blizzney princess herself, Faebelina! It’s been almost 4 years since her last appearance on the show and it’s time to get caught up with the queen of commissions and see how far things have come with her art and the gaming community. … Continue reading Episode 230 – Blizzney Princess →
In episode 229 the boys are joined by community fan favorite cosplayer LittleSparkz! Come listen in as the crew talks all about participating in BlizzCon, streaming, the latest and greatest in cosplay materials and techniques. Direct Link https://twitter.com/LittleSparkzLFG https://www.twitch.tv/littlesparkz
In episode 228 the crew is joined by Icy Veins Discipline Priest guide writer Mend! It’s all about the atonement and big dps as you carry your team to victory through one of the most unique healing classes in the game. Come hang out as the boys give you all the info you need to … Continue reading Episode 228 – Apply Atonement, Do DPS →
In this final pre-Blizzcon episode the boys are joined by the Commander in Chief of the Con Before The Storm, Ceraphus! Come hang out for episode 226 as the crew pulls back the curtain and talks about the some of the amazing guests, panels, and exactly what it takes to pull off the largest community … Continue reading Episode 226 – Con Before The Storm: Solid Advice →
In episode 225 the boys are joined once again by Wowhead and Icy Veins guide writer Wordup! Gone are the days of the old enhancement Shaman but they doesn’t mean they can’t still bring the pain of the elements! Come hang out and see why you might wanna dust off that Shaman that been giving you the sad eyes at your login screen.
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It’s Blizzcon hype time and the boys are joined once again by Perculia from Wowhead! Come hang out as the crew talks all about the 2018 Blizzcon predictions, the official Wowhead party, what’s new for Wowhead in BfA, Classic WoW, and the currently state of Warcraft as of 8.0.1.
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