Best Beginnerrunning Podcasts (2024)

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How to Run a Faster Marathon (new coaching call!) 1:10:49

12m ago1:10:49

1:10:49

Hoping to get faster at the marathon and reach a personal best? So is Nick Jordan, a member of Team Strength Running. Nick joined this coaching program in order to most effectively use his time and effort to get the best possible chance of reaching a marathon personal best. We talked about what he can do in the remaining months to stack the deck in…

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Alex Larson, RD on Sugar Cravings, Weight Loss & Training, Salt Supplementation, and More 58:28

2d ago58:28

58:28

Sugar cravings, salt content, underfueling, post-race beers… Runners get a lot of conflicting nutrition information, so we’re asking your questions to a registered dietitian! Alex Larson is a Minnesota-based registered dietitian and Ironman triathlete who’s worked with thousands of athletes in more than fifteen countries. I get a lot of questions f…

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Mario Fraioli on Training for the Mile (at 40+) and Placing 3rd at the National Masters Championship 1:25:58

9d ago1:25:58

1:25:58

Whether you love the mile or you want to continue running into your 40's or beyond, you'll be inspired by this Masters runner. Mario Fraioli is a Bay Area-based running coach who works with a number of Olympic Trials-level marathoners, top ultrarunners, and competitive age-group athletes. He’s one of the most competitive Master’s runners in the USA…

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Healthy Knees Masterclass: Knee Health Myths & Injury Prevention with Dr. Howard Luks 46:21

16d ago46:21

46:21

As a runner, it's almost guaranteed that somebody has told you, "Running is bad for your knees!" Spoiler alert: It's not. Dr. Howard Luks has the education and experience to prove it. Howard spent more than 20 years as the Chief of Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy at New York Medical College, specializing in athlete care. As a board certified orthop…

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Zone 2 Myths, Heart Rate vs. Effort, Heat Training, and Zone 3 with Brady Holmer 1:15:07

27d ago1:15:07

1:15:07

Brady Holmer knows a lot about running and a lot about science: a perfect combo for a conversation on the show. Brady is a lifelong endurance athlete who competed in cross country and track at the collegiate level. He currently works as a science writer and researcher, holding a Master’s degree in human performance. He also recently ran his PR in t…

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Nike Running’s Global Head Coach Chris Bennett on Good Coaching, Community, & More 1:08:48

1M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Chris Bennett is the Nike Running Global Head Coach and Senior Director Nike Global Running. Translation: Chris is an absolute powerhouse of a coach and runner. I got to chat with Chris about his role at Nike, how runners approach the sport from a variety of angles, what often prevents us from achieving our goals, his message to every runner in the…

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Men’s vs. Women’s Feet: Why Hilma Running Shoes is Making Shoes for Just for Women 50:23

1M ago50:23

50:23

Brooke Torres is an ultra runner who couldn’t understand why running shoes were so uncomfortable. So, she started a running shoe company to fix that problem. Hilma Running Shoes makes shoes specifically for the needs of women’s feet, which are uniquely shaped and not just a smaller version of men’s feet (since as you'll hear, that doesn't work). In…

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The Value of Challenges: Sally McRae on Seeking Out Adversity & Scary Goals 1:12:37

2M ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Sally McRae is known worldwide for her mental fortitude and ability to push through extreme discomfort. As a professional mountain and ultra runner for Nike, Sally is a two-time Top 10 Western States finisher, the Badwater 135 Champion, Tarawera 100 Champion, Mozart 100 Champion and Moab 240 Champion. Sally is also an author, podcast host, business…

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The Drop Interviews Jason: Coaching, Strength, and Shoes with Thomas Neuberger and Meaghan Murray 1:07:29

2M ago1:07:29

1:07:29

We're switching it up a bit this week so you can listen to the episode of The Drop where I was the guest! The Drop is hosted by Thomas Neuberger, Meaghan Murray, and Robbie Reddinger. Robbie wasn’t on this episode, but I had a great time chatting with Thomas and Meaghan and thought you'd enjoy a listen. We talked about: Preventing injury while high…

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Ironman Triathlon to the CrossFit Games: How Eric Hinman Mastered Recovery & Training 54:43

2M ago54:43

54:43

As a hybrid athlete, Eric Hinman has experienced both extremes of ultra endurance and anaerobic power. Based in Denver, Eric is a 5x Ironman, serial entrepreneur, and brand builder. At 43 years old, Eric's currently training for the Leadville 100-mile Mountain Bike Race, which he trains for every year. He’s also attempting to qualify for the 2024 C…

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Q&A with Coach: Listen to a Live Team Strength Running Coaching Call 36:22

2M ago36:22

36:22

Get a sneak peak into what we do every month in our Team Strength Running coaching program. During these live calls, I'm on live video, taking any and all questions from the team's members. It's an opportunity for runners in the program to ask me anything about the many factors of strong, healthy running. Members get guidance on sticky running ques…

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PT & MOBO Creator Jay Dicharry on Tissue Health: How to Strengthen Bones & Tendons 1:12:14

2M ago1:12:14

1:12:14

When runners get hurt, it’s often a tissue health problem, like a tendon injury. Jay Dicharry is a physical therapist, author, entrepreneur, and faculty member at Oregon State University who knows a lot about tissue health for runners. He’s written some of my favorite books on running performance and injury prevention, including “Anatomy for Runner…

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Ultrarunning + Strength Training: How to Get Strong and Gain Endurance with Coach Holly Martin 1:00:14

3M ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Runners ask all the time: How should I fit strength training into my endurance goals, and how can I get as strong as possible with limited time? Holly Martin is a personal fitness trainer and run coach based in Nashville, TN who specializes in time-efficient circuit training and individually tailored run programs. Holly comes from a diverse backgro…

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How 50mi World Record Holder Charlie Lawrence Treats Serious Injuries, Fuels his Ultras, and More 1:05:12

3M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

The running world gets to watch in awe as elites set new records and perform incredible feats. But it’s not all rainbows and unicorns for these athletes. World record holders face injuries and challenges, too. Charlie Lawrence set the record in the 50-mile distance in 2023, clocking in at 4:48:21. That’s an unbelievable average of 5:46 per mile. Ch…

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How to Stay Healthy By Strengthening Your Midstance, with Coach Chris Johnson, DPT 54:40

3M ago54:40

54:40

The midstance phase of a running stride is a crucial element of running form, but many runners are ignoring it. If you have weaknesses, imbalances, or poor movement patterns, this is the part of the gait cycle that will show it. Chris Johnson, DPT is a Seattle-based physical therapist, performance coach, entrepreneur, and multiple time Kona IRONMAN…

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Running Form Tests, Technique Cues, and Footstrike Patterns with Physical Therapist Matthew Silver 49:47

3M ago49:47

49:47

If you're starting to wonder whether your running form is helping or hurting your performance, we’re sharing two important tests that can help you better conceptualize how your body moves through space. Dr. Matthew Silver is a doctor of physical therapy, coach, cross country athlete, founder of Alpha Project Phyzio and Performance in Maryland, and …

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Recovery’s Big 5 Strategies with Dr. Peter Tierney 1:13:12

4M ago1:13:12

1:13:12

What makes the biggest impact when it comes to recovery strategies and tools for runners? Dr. Peter Tierney is a health and performance researcher, consultant, and coach who’s worked with many professional sports organizations to help athletes recover effectively from exercise. Peter’s “Big 5” recovery strategies are science-backed and possible for…

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Believe in the Run Founder Thomas Neuberger on the Evolution of Running Shoes, New Shoe Trends, and Fad Features 1:03:28

4M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

Thomas Neuberger has probably worn more pairs of shoes than anybody else over the last 15 years (with maybe the exception of Runner’s World Director of Product Testing and Runner-in-Chief, Jeff Dengate). Thomas’ deep experience in the running shoe industry gives him an unparalleled perspective on the evolution of shoes, why some features are no lon…

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Andy Wacker: Exploring Longevity, Seasonal Training, and Supporting Trail Runners 53:52

4M ago53:52

53:52

Trail running doesn't always mean running an ultramarathon. From trail 5ks to marathons, there's a growing interest in middle distance trail events. Andy Wacker is making this space a more vibrant and welcoming community for runners. Andy Wacker is a professional runner who excels on the track, road, and trail. He is the 2019 world Mountain Running…

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Boston Marathon Preview 2024 with 18x Finisher & Author Marc Pollina 1:02:46

5M ago1:02:46

1:02:46

The Boston Marathon is quickly approaching! Whether you’re racing Boston this spring or have it in your sights as a long term goal, this episode will help you learn all the ins and outs of this iconic event. Today’s guest on the podcast will be headed to Boston for the 19th time! Marc Pollina has run 26 marathons and has been a fixture at Boston as…

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Unfiltered with Jon Levitt: Injuries, Business Updates, New Sauna Science, and More 1:01:31

5M ago1:01:31

1:01:31

This week I decided to take you along on my conversation with my friend and fellow podcaster, Jon Levitt. Jon is a sub-3 marathoner and a Senior Sales Executive at InsideTracker. He also hosts the popular podcast, For the Long Run, where I was a guest on episode 264. We usually have long meandering conversations on trail runs throughout Boulder, bu…

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Is Everything We Know About Pain Wrong? Ryan Whited on a Better Way to Treat Pain 47:44

5M ago47:44

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Ryan Whited is an elite climber, personal trainer and strength & conditioning coach who owns Paragon Athletics in Flagstaff, Arizona. Together with author and coach Matt Fitzgerald he has written Pain & Performance: A revolutionary new way to use training as treatment for pain and injury. His approach to pain is a novel one and requires you to thin…

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Trials Marathoner Andrea Pomaranski on Defying Age at 41, Running 120 Mile Weeks, & How She Lifts 56:32

5M ago56:32

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Andrea Pomaranski just completed the 2024 Olympic Trials marathon, finishing 27th of 117 finishers in a time of 2:34:35. Andrea ran shorter distances in college and set the American under-20 record in the steeplechase in 2001. Then 22 years later, she also set the American Master’s record in the 50k. Des Linden is currently the only woman who has r…

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Ask the Physical Therapist! Caitlin Alexander, DPT Answers Your Injury Questions 1:02:26

5M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

My guest on today’s episode in Dr. Caitlin Alexander. Caitlin is a physical therapist, a professional triathlete, and a certified triathlon and running coach. Three years ago she joined me on episode 179 to talk about long-term injuries, and now she is here to answer reader questions on injury reduction. Caitlin owns Hü Performance in downtown Boul…

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How to Schedule & Balance Strength Training with Your Running, with Jimmy Picard DPT 57:35

6M ago57:35

57:35

In recent years, runners have come to accept that strength training is a necessity to stay healthy and perform optimally. Learn how to periodize your strength work into 3 distinct phases to take your training to the next level! As a physical therapist, Jimmy Picard specializes in treating endurance runners and mountain athletes to help them stay he…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Beginnerrunning Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Strength Running Podcast

Jason Fitzgerald

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How to Run a Faster Marathon (new coaching call!) 1:10:49

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Alex Larson, RD on Sugar Cravings, Weight Loss & Training, Salt Supplementation, and More 58:28

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Mario Fraioli on Training for the Mile (at 40+) and Placing 3rd at the National Masters Championship 1:25:58

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Healthy Knees Masterclass: Knee Health Myths & Injury Prevention with Dr. Howard Luks 46:21

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Zone 2 Myths, Heart Rate vs. Effort, Heat Training, and Zone 3 with Brady Holmer 1:15:07

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Nike Running’s Global Head Coach Chris Bennett on Good Coaching, Community, & More 1:08:48

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Men’s vs. Women’s Feet: Why Hilma Running Shoes is Making Shoes for Just for Women 50:23

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The Value of Challenges: Sally McRae on Seeking Out Adversity & Scary Goals 1:12:37

1
The Drop Interviews Jason: Coaching, Strength, and Shoes with Thomas Neuberger and Meaghan Murray 1:07:29

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Ironman Triathlon to the CrossFit Games: How Eric Hinman Mastered Recovery & Training 54:43

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Q&A with Coach: Listen to a Live Team Strength Running Coaching Call 36:22

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PT & MOBO Creator Jay Dicharry on Tissue Health: How to Strengthen Bones & Tendons 1:12:14

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Ultrarunning + Strength Training: How to Get Strong and Gain Endurance with Coach Holly Martin 1:00:14

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How 50mi World Record Holder Charlie Lawrence Treats Serious Injuries, Fuels his Ultras, and More 1:05:12

1
How to Stay Healthy By Strengthening Your Midstance, with Coach Chris Johnson, DPT 54:40

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Running Form Tests, Technique Cues, and Footstrike Patterns with Physical Therapist Matthew Silver 49:47

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Recovery’s Big 5 Strategies with Dr. Peter Tierney 1:13:12

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Believe in the Run Founder Thomas Neuberger on the Evolution of Running Shoes, New Shoe Trends, and Fad Features 1:03:28

1
Andy Wacker: Exploring Longevity, Seasonal Training, and Supporting Trail Runners 53:52

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Boston Marathon Preview 2024 with 18x Finisher & Author Marc Pollina 1:02:46

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Unfiltered with Jon Levitt: Injuries, Business Updates, New Sauna Science, and More 1:01:31

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Is Everything We Know About Pain Wrong? Ryan Whited on a Better Way to Treat Pain 47:44

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Trials Marathoner Andrea Pomaranski on Defying Age at 41, Running 120 Mile Weeks, & How She Lifts 56:32

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Ask the Physical Therapist! Caitlin Alexander, DPT Answers Your Injury Questions 1:02:26

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How to Schedule & Balance Strength Training with Your Running, with Jimmy Picard DPT 57:35

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