Best Running Guide Podcasts (2024)

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Trials and Triumph: How Jacob Heslington Overcame the Odds to Finish 21st at the US Olympic Marathon Trials 55:12

2h ago55:12

55:12

When Jacob Heslington was sitting in the ICU as a 21 year-old recovering from severe blod clots, he probably didn’t imagine that only 9 years later he would be running in the Olympic Marathon Trials. Qualifying alone would have been an impressive feat. His success didn’t stop there though. In only his 2nd ever marathon, Jacob managed to finish 21st…

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Evidence-based Ways to Stay Healthy as a Runner with Chiropractor Chantelle Maryuen 49:15

7d ago49:15

49:15

There’s a lot of bad information out there when it comes to injury treatment and prevention. That’s why it’s so important to make sure you get information from a reliable source like today’s guest, doctor of chiropractic Chantelle Maryuen. Chantelle works at the Runner’s Academy clinic in Toronto, offering a variety of services helping runners with…

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Coach Ruairi Moynihan Shares his Favorite Workouts 1:05:26

15d ago1:05:26

1:05:26

Every run in a good training plan serves a purpose. That doesn’t mean that you have to enjoy them all equally though. Even if you have performance goals, it can be a lot easier to stick to the plan if you enjoy the process. Today’s show is all about giving you new workout ideas that you’ll actually want to do. Coach Ruairi has more than a few ideas…

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5x National Champion Sabrina Little: Finding Happiness Through Running 1:08:41

22d ago1:08:41

1:08:41

Sabrina Little is a 5x national champion ultra runner who happens to also be a professor of moral philosophy. During her career, when she wasn’t breaking American records, she earned a Phd in Philosophy at Baylor University. More recently though, she published her book “the Examined run - why good people make better runners” all about how running f…

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Practical Tips for Balancing Running With Your Busy Lifestyle 53:40

29d ago53:40

53:40

We get that you’re busy, and finding a balance between training and life will probably make you a better runner than forcing your training at the expense of sleep or important life commitments. Life is unpredictable and it can be hard to find the right balance for you. Coach Jeff Gaudette is familiar with this struggle as a running coach and father…

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One Gotta Go: Runner’s Edition 41:23

1M ago41:23

41:23

We pride ourselves on bringing you informative content, but sometimes it’s even more fun to throw that out the window and just talk about how much we love running. We’re bringing the classic game of One Gotta Go to the Run to the Top Podcast and there will be plenty of tricky decisions to make. The goal is to choose among a group of beloved running…

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Time to Taper: How to Get To Race Day Fresh and Avoid the Dreaded Taper Tantrums 53:12

2M ago53:12

53:12

Most training plans call for a reduction in mileage before your goal race but if you feel nervous and anxious during this time you’re not alone. In fact, there’s even a name for the emotional turbulence runners feel during this time and it’s called the taper tantrums. If you’re tapering for your next marathon right now or will be soon, it’s importa…

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How Caffeine can Boost Performance as a Runner 1:07:04

2M ago1:07:04

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Many runners already swear by their morning cup of coffee, but caffeine can also boost your running performance if used correctly. This effect works by reducing the perception of pain and increasing alertness on the run so that you may feel more comfortable running at faster paces. If this sounds too good to be true, it’s even recommended by World …

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Ep 102: 10 Things I've learned in Over 100 Episodes of Podcasting 13:43

2M ago13:43

13:43

In this podcast episode, we'll discuss 10 key learnings from recording over 100 episodes of this podcast. We will talk about having no rules in podcasting, not needing to quit your day job to have a successful podcast, taking breaks from podcasting, assessing the quality of advice from podcasting “gurus”, embracing the supportive community, debunki…

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Marathon Nutrition: Fueling Strategies for your Performance and Weight Management Goals 55:05

2M ago55:05

55:05

Marathon season is underway and that makes it the perfect time to dial in your nutrition and fuelling. We’re huge fans of the team at Metpro because they use your personal metabolic profile to make nutrition recommendations to meet your specific goals. Diet and nutrition has a huge impact on running performance and that’s why MetPro’s lead dieticia…

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Ep 101: Why Podcast Stats are Complete BS 14:16

2M ago14:16

14:16

In this episode, I dive into the world of podcasting statistics, shedding light on the potential inaccuracies and unreliability of common metrics. Don't solely judge your podcast's success based on numbers like episode count or downloads. Success is more than reaching arbitrary thresholds – it's about creating meaningful content that resonates with…

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Road vs. Trails: Debating which Sport has the Better Athletes 1:10:17

2M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

Running has the power to create a strong sense of community, but when it comes to road running and trail running they have very little in common aside from putting one foot in front of the other. These sports require different skills and come with their own set of challenges. This is part of what makes them so much fun. While we love both of these …

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Ep 100: Why It's Okay to Take a Break from Podcasting 7:47

2M ago7:47

7:47

It's episode 100 of The Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting!! And in this episode I discuss the importance of taking a break from podcasting when needed. This summer, I reduced my activity to prioritise self-care. It's crucial to prioritise health and well-being over maintaining a strict episode schedule. Managing all aspects of the podcast on my own c…

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Race Day Simulation: How and Why to Mimic the Conditions of your Race in Training 1:08:35

3M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

If you’re preparing for a fall marathon or other endurance race, then now is the perfect time to start practicing your race day. As the temperatures cool and you hit your peak training, the fatigue in your legs will help to simulate the feeling of racing without actually running the full race distance. It’s super important to mimic the conditions o…

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Unlocking your Mental Running potential with Sports Psychology Practitioner Ashley Eckermann 1:03:37

3M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

Building mental toughness is one of the best ways to improve your running. Without any change in fitness, having good mental strategies can help you to unlock a new level of performance. This is the key to overcoming a setback or managing stressful situations that all runners face like pre-race nerves or balancing a hectic schedule. Ashley Eckerman…

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A Runner’s Guide to Getting Better When you’re not Running 49:19

3M ago49:19

49:19

Even for the most dedicated runners, most of the day is not spent running and there’s a lot you can do during this time to get better. If you run for an hour every day, that still leaves 23 hours in the day that can impact how you feel on your next run. The key to getting the most out of your workout is knowing what to do during the in-between time…

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Ep 99: Should You Pay Your Podcast Guests? - from The Vault 9:17

3M ago9:17

9:17

We are diving back into The Vault for episode 99 and will be looking back at episode episode 41 to answer the age old question of should you be paying your podcast guests? In this episode, we delve into the debated question of whether podcast hosts should pay their guests. Are you a podcaster wondering about guest compensation? We answer this commo…

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Ep 98: Should I Quit My Podcast? - from The Vault 16:31

3M ago16:31

16:31

From the vault we are diving back into episode 43: Should I Quit My Podcast! Are you thinking of quitting your podcast? In this episode, we explore the taboo topic of wanting to quit or take a break from podcasting. Quitting your podcast doesn't equate to failure, but it's important to consider your reasons for wanting to quit before you actually g…

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Running Lingo Made Simple: Explaining Common Phrases Used by Runners 1:01:29

3M ago1:01:29

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Running has a language of its own with terms that can range from obscure to downright hilarious. Training terms like tempo runs and fartleks can sound like gibberish if you’re newer to the sport. We’re probably even guilty on this show of using some of this running lingo without explaining first what it means. That ends today, because this show is …

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2024 Paris Olympics Athletics Preview 1:28:50

3M ago1:28:50

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The Olympics is the biggest multi-sport competition in the world and perhaps the pinnacle of the sport for anyone in distance running. We gave you our picks for who would represent team USA before the Olympic trials and now we’re back to preview the big finale. The Paris Olympics are sure to bring some interesting storylines featuring a huge depth …

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Ep 97: Why Have My Podcast Downloads Dropped? How to Podcast in the Summer Months 10:00

4M ago10:00

10:00

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Overrated OR Underrated: Summer Training Edition 1:00:55

4M ago1:00:55

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Summer is in full force and we’re back with another overrated or underrated format to tackle all your summertime training questions. This time of year can be challenging to train through. The extra heat and humidity can force you to work harder to maintain the same paces and increase the need to properly fuel with fluids and electrolytes. There’s a…

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Ep 96: Do You HAVE to Wear Headphones When Recording Your Podcast Episodes? with Ash from Shure 6:12

4M ago6:12

6:12

In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Ash from Shure about the world of microphones, particularly focusing on Shure's prominent models like the SM7B. Ash explains why Shure microphones have a stellar reputation in podcasting and music production, offering tips for achieving high-quality recordings. The discussion also delves into…

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From 4:30 to sub-3 Hour Marathon: Former RC Athlete Jonathan Tolksdorf Shares his Top Lessons for Marathon Success 55:03

4M ago55:03

55:03

Jonathan’s Tolksdorf is a true RC success story. He took up running with no sports background and through a combination of hard work and learning from his mistakes, has lowered his marathon PB to 2:52 while running 169 marathons since his first in 2000. He was one of the first RC athletes back in 2012 and joined us from his hometown of Lahti Finlan…

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Ep 95: Does Individual Episode Artwork Affect Your Podcast Downloads? 8:56

4M ago8:56

8:56

Back in episode 38, we talked about Apple Podcasts introducing episodic podcast covers - that is, each podcast episode can have its own bespoke artwork; a little bit like a YouTube thumbnail. Nearly a year later, I'm now reviewing the effectiveness of individual podcast episode artwork to see if its made any difference to my downloads or listenersh…

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Running Guide Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

RunnersConnect : Running Coaching Community

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Marathon: the Guardian guide to running

The Guardian

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Beginner: the Guardian guide to running

The Guardian

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Advanced: the Guardian guide to running

The Guardian

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The Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting: Podcasting Tips for How to Start and Run a Podcast

Verity Sangan

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Trials and Triumph: How Jacob Heslington Overcame the Odds to Finish 21st at the US Olympic Marathon Trials 55:12

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Evidence-based Ways to Stay Healthy as a Runner with Chiropractor Chantelle Maryuen 49:15

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Coach Ruairi Moynihan Shares his Favorite Workouts 1:05:26

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5x National Champion Sabrina Little: Finding Happiness Through Running 1:08:41

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Practical Tips for Balancing Running With Your Busy Lifestyle 53:40

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One Gotta Go: Runner’s Edition 41:23

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Time to Taper: How to Get To Race Day Fresh and Avoid the Dreaded Taper Tantrums 53:12

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How Caffeine can Boost Performance as a Runner 1:07:04

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Ep 102: 10 Things I've learned in Over 100 Episodes of Podcasting 13:43

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Marathon Nutrition: Fueling Strategies for your Performance and Weight Management Goals 55:05

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Ep 101: Why Podcast Stats are Complete BS 14:16

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Road vs. Trails: Debating which Sport has the Better Athletes 1:10:17

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Ep 100: Why It's Okay to Take a Break from Podcasting 7:47

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Race Day Simulation: How and Why to Mimic the Conditions of your Race in Training 1:08:35

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Unlocking your Mental Running potential with Sports Psychology Practitioner Ashley Eckermann 1:03:37

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A Runner’s Guide to Getting Better When you’re not Running 49:19

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Ep 99: Should You Pay Your Podcast Guests? - from The Vault 9:17

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Ep 98: Should I Quit My Podcast? - from The Vault 16:31

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Running Lingo Made Simple: Explaining Common Phrases Used by Runners 1:01:29

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2024 Paris Olympics Athletics Preview 1:28:50

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Ep 97: Why Have My Podcast Downloads Dropped? How to Podcast in the Summer Months 10:00

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Overrated OR Underrated: Summer Training Edition 1:00:55

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Ep 96: Do You HAVE to Wear Headphones When Recording Your Podcast Episodes? with Ash from Shure 6:12

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From 4:30 to sub-3 Hour Marathon: Former RC Athlete Jonathan Tolksdorf Shares his Top Lessons for Marathon Success 55:03

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Ep 95: Does Individual Episode Artwork Affect Your Podcast Downloads? 8:56

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