Are you a runner looking for motivation, tips, or just some company on those long miles? Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just lacing up your sneakers for the first time, podcasts are an incredible way to stay inspired, learn new techniques, and hear stories from fellow runners and experts.
Coming from a competitive running background, I’ve long been on the hunt for excellent running podcasts that cover everything from race strategies, and injury prevention to inspiring stories of personal triumph. Plug in your headphones, hit the pavement, and let these podcasts fuel your next run!
Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara
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Former rivals turned allies, Olympic runners Des Linden and Kara Goucher team up to host a candid podcast exploring the world of running and beyond. This dynamic duo offers unfiltered opinions on everything from track and field to everyday life, blending expert knowledge with personal anecdotes. Listeners can expect both practical running advice and motivational stories from these two decorated athletes, delivered with refreshing honesty.
Running Rogue
This audio series is created by the Maverick Runners collective in Austin, Texas. Our mission is to explore various aspects of the running world while providing insights to enhance your performance as a runner.
The Running Channel Podcast
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The Running Channel podcast explores a major running topic per episode, interspersed with practical advice, casual banter about current running events, and responses to listeners’ pressing queries. Led by Sarah Hartley (recreational runner), Andy Baddeley (retired elite athlete), and Rick Kelsey (recuperating runner), this podcast offers accessible, jargon-free discussions that make for ideal listening during your runs.
The Strength Running Podcast
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This podcast approaches you as an elite athlete, immersing you in wisdom from a diverse range of experts. Our roster features coaches, physiotherapists, conditioning specialists, top-tier runners, sports psychologists, and other industry leaders. Our sole mission: to enhance your running speed.
Trail Runner Nation
This podcast is dedicated to disseminating expertise and guidance to the off-road running community, catering to novices and elite athletes alike. We provide insights and dialogues on topics such as race fueling, pace management, mental fortitude, and various other aspects, drawing from respected voices within the trail running sphere.
The Running Explained Podcast
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This podcast that tackles every query about running you might have! Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned marathoner, we cover it all – from training regimens to race strategies, fueling tips to recovery techniques, equipment choices and beyond. There’s always a fresh perspective on running to discover here!
Inside Running Podcast
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Three swift marathoners – Brady Threlfall, Julian Spence, and Bradley Croker – host a weekly audio show for runners of all levels. In a laid-back style, they discuss distance running news, share training insights, evaluate running equipment, chat with guests, and provide race coverage.
Marathon Training Academy
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The Marathon Training Academy Podcast is designed to help you reach your full potential in marathon running and transform your life. Since 2010, hosts Angie and Trevor have been offering advice, motivation, and engaging guest interviews to guide listeners on running more efficiently, staying injury-free, and successfully completing long-distance races.
Ten Junk Miles
Ten Junk Miles offers a casual dialogue among runners, sharing their experiences and exploring topics that intrigue them and their guests. They’re designed to be your virtual running buddies, providing companionship on those days when you need a bit of motivation for an easy jog.
The Drop
The Drop, a running-focused podcast from Believe in the Run, is hosted by Thomas Neuberger, Robbe Reddinger, and Meaghan Murray. This unique audio series goes beyond typical running discussions, exploring a diverse range of subjects from current cultural trends to urban legends and local community initiatives in Baltimore. The hosts engage in conversations with a variety of guests, including top-tier athletes, industry experts, musicians, and coaches.
Fuel for the Sole
This podcast is co-hosted by Believe in the Run and nutritionist Meghann Featherstun. It addresses listener inquiries about diet, hydration, and their impact on athletic performance. The hosts review cutting-edge wellness devices, evaluate new nutritional products, and occasionally feature expert guests to provide specialized insights.
Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running
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A podcast dedicated to inspiring and assisting joggers and racers of all abilities, paces, and ages to achieve their personal bests.
Run It Three Ways
Tom, Ben, and Callum host “Run it Three Ways,” a weekly audio show where they explore various aspects of running from three unique perspectives. They cover everything from training techniques and race strategies to footwear reviews and the latest developments in the running world.
The Morning Shakeout
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Presenter Mario Fraioli extracts wisdom and motivation from elite competitors, trainers, and influential figures in the running community.
The Women’s Running Podcast
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The celebrated podcast is a weekly gathering where we enthusiastically discuss all aspects of running, womanhood, wellness, and fitness with our signature blend of cheerful, unfiltered conversation. Hosts Esther and Holly share their personal triumphs and challenges in training, along with the everyday experiences that come with it.
Running is BS
The podcast that has a love-hate relationship with running. While others cheer you on, pushing you to run faster, farther, and with more freedom, we’re here to discuss the gritty side—like chafed nipples, close encounters with horses, and nasty injuries. Stay authentic with Stewart and Amy.
The Extramilest Podcast
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The Extramilest is dedicated to empowering athletes to maximize their capabilities in training, competition, and daily life. Endurance enthusiast Floris Gierman leads conversations with elite competitors, trainers, and industry disruptors, exploring topics related to health, wellness, and athletic achievement.
Real Life Runners with Angie and Kevin Brown
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Angie and Kevin Brown, a married couple with backgrounds in physical therapy and marathon coaching, host the Real Life Runners podcast. They offer insights to help everyday runners improve their performance and overall well-being. Through discussions on training, mindset, nutrition, and life balance, they aim to make running more accessible and beneficial to a wider audience.
The Stronger Stride Podcast
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Run Strong Radio is a weekly podcast featuring dialogues with elite athletes, health experts, and dedicated enthusiasts about their methods and motivations. The show aims to provide valuable insights on training techniques, nutritional approaches, injury avoidance, and mental tactics to enhance both athletic performance and overall quality of life.
Relaxed Running
This podcast offers listeners an insider’s perspective through in-depth discussions with top-tier athletes, trainers, and experts in the realm of long-distance running. Covering topics from workout regimens and fluid intake strategies to race tactics and recovery methods, the show gleans wisdom from the sport’s leading figures. These laid-back dialogues are filled with practical tips to elevate your running game.
Run Culture Podcast
The Run Culture Podcast, hosted by Dane Verwey, delves into the core concepts essential for injury-free and effective long-distance running. Verwey, a seasoned physiotherapist specializing in running-related issues and a veteran distance runner with over two decades of experience, shares his expertise to help listeners improve their running journey.
Another Mother Runner
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With a vast archive of nearly 1,000 episodes, the flagship show, Another Mother Runner, airing Fridays since 2011, features host Sarah Bowen Shea – mother of three and seasoned marathoner – alongside various co-hosts and experts. They explore diverse topics from goal-setting to finding joy in athletics, covering training, nutrition, motivation, and even taboo subjects.
Tread Lightly Podcast
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Run wisely, not harder! With over 20 years of coaching expertise, Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MS, tackle popular running myths, share practical advice, and more. We offer science-backed tips for runners of all levels and distances.
Run, Selfie, Repeat
Quick, weekly boosts of motivation to help you take that initial step, set a goal that terrifies you, or laugh your way through the challenges. Welcome to the Run, Selfie, Repeat podcast, where we dive into life with a dash of running. Join me as we get real, embrace the messy moments, crush it, and leave our mark.
Any Given Runday
Seán and Eric host the Any Given Runday podcast, where endurance, fitness, and laughter come together. Whether you’re a marathon pro or a beginner, this podcast offers expert insights, personal stories, and training tips from elite athletes and everyday runners. With a focus on running, injury prevention, race strategies, and mental toughness, Any Given Runday is your go-to for all things endurance. Plus, they’ll review top races in Ireland to inspire your next fitness challenge, all while keeping it fun and light-hearted.
Doctors of Running Podcast
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We are Doctors of Running, a team of physical therapy doctors dedicated to sharing knowledge about the science and technique of running, along with insights into the shoes we wear. In this podcast, we offer in-depth, evidence-based discussions on running topics and comprehensive reviews of running shoes.
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