Running Podcast Summaries
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Top Takeaways This Week
💪 Recovery is key to marathon success!
“The fact that I could be getting to the starting line totally healthy is the biggest win in my eyes.”
— Amanda Vestry
🏃♀️ Smart pacing can lead to marathon glory!
“I think if I can be competitive, like on the American side, I'll be very happy with that.”
— Amanda Vestry
🍌 Fuel right, run strong!
“We've been working on fueling, and it’s really helped my energy levels overall.”
— Amanda Vestry
**Success is about making good decisions on race day!**
“Just getting to the finish line and not being like, 'Oh, I had more in me' or 'I regret not going at that point.'”
— Emily Sisson
**Embrace new experiences in training!**
“I just want to try Boston. This is like, so I feel like I'm at the point in my career now. I just want to do things that...”
— Emily Sisson
**Celebrating milestones is vital for connection.**
“I love how Americans make a big deal about things. I think that's good to celebrate stuff.”
— Emily Sisson
Latest Episode Summaries
Amanda Vestri On Running 2:25 “Undercooked” In Her Debut, Working With David Roche, And What She’s Capable Of When Healthy At The 2026 Boston Marathon
In this episode, Chris Chavez interviews runner Amanda Vestry about her transition to marathon racing after her impressive NYC Marathon debut. They discuss her training strategies, coaching changes, a...
874. Emily Sisson, Boston Marathon-Bound
Emily Sisson discusses her training leading up to her Boston Marathon debut, reflecting on past races, her move to Ireland, and the importance of making meaningful connections.
164: Is Every Runner Under Fuelling?
The episode focuses on the importance of proper fueling for marathon training, featuring marathoners sharing experiences and insights on nutrition, especially carb intake.
163: How To Build Your Perfect Running Week
The episode discusses training structure for runners, focusing on the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) and its importance in adjusting running intensity. It includes personal anecdotes and expert insi...
162: The Most Important Factor Runners Ignore
This episode discusses running economy, its importance in performance, and social interactions among the hosts following a weekend out. The hosts share experiences from a comedy show and delve into ru...
161: "I Was Never Going To Quit" | 100 Marathons in 100 Days Across India
In this episode, hosts Andy Baddeley and Rick Kelsey discuss their training experiences, the departure of co-host Sarah Hartley, and feature guest Hannah Cox, who ran 100 marathons in 100 days across...
160: The Psychological Cost of Chasing PBs
This episode of the Running Channel podcast discusses the impact of social media on runners' mental well-being, particularly concerning comparison and goal-setting. The hosts share their personal expe...
159: What’s Harder: Your First Marathon or Your Fastest Marathon?
In this episode of Running Channel Podcast, hosts Sarah, Andy, and Rick explore the challenges of running your first versus your fastest marathon. They share personal experiences, insights into traini...
Josh Widdicombe on the uncomplicated joy of running
The episode features comedian and podcaster Josh Widdicombe discussing his journey into running, its impact on his life, and the meditative qualities he finds in it. Widdicombe emphasizes enjoying run...
158: "I Couldn't Breathe" – Tom’s Attempt at the World’s Highest Marathon
Tom shares his experience attempting the world's highest marathon and the challenges faced, including altitude sickness and acclimatization. The episode also discusses the personal growth gained from...
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