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 Kickoff

00:43 Kelly's New Training Plan with Runna

02:48 Customizing the Runna App

06:26 Challenges and Feedback on Runna

13:32 Social Media Blackout

19:24 Living Updates and Nashville Trip

22:26 Unexpected Montana Trip

23:12 Starting a Fat Loss Phase

24:41 Maintaining Fitness Goals

29:38 The Importance of Custom Workouts

33:12 Group vs. Individual Training

36:38 Balancing Customization and Guidance

47:49 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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