The Running Public

Episode 409: Alec Blenis

Alec joins the super elite, highly sought after and uber prestigious list of second time podcast guests as he stops by to tell us why every runner should be strength training! If you know Alec, you already know this will be a good conversation. 

Training Tuesday: When to Get Tough vs When to Bail on a Workout

Some days you just don’t have it. Some days you’re way slower than your intended pace. Some days you’re just fatigued. When should you push through and when should you live to fight another day?

Episode 407: Lauren Weeks

Already a world champ and record holder, Lauren has again taken her training and racing to the next level. If you liked Lauren’s previous episode detailing her journey as a person and athlete, you’ll love hearing her break down her training and racing routines and methodology!

Training Tuesday: Recap From the TRP Retreat + Doping in Our Sport

We are back from deep in the Midwest woods to discuss how our retreat went, our plans for the podcast, and a recap of our weekend’s workouts. We close with a chat about drug use in running.

Episode 405: AMA from The Running Public Retreat!

We’re in the backwoods of Wisconsin, together in-person at last, answering your most pressing questions!

Training Tuesday: What You Think You’ve Done vs What You’ve Actually Done

Ever look back at an old training log and realize you did way less work than you previously thought? Not a great feeling, but we can learn from that!

Episode 403: Crazy Solutions to Atypical Training Situations

Could you win an Ultra without ever running longer than 80 minutes? PR in a 5k without any interval work? Crush a Hyrox with zero weight lifting? Maximize your running potential on only three days per week?

Training Tuesday: Our Favorite Workouts of the Past Month

Brakken hits a quick recap of his race from Saturday, then the boys each list their three favorite workouts from the past four weeks of training.

Training Tuesday: Winter ≠ Bad Training

Some runners need permission to get out into the cold. Some will need permission to get on the treadmill and hammer. Some just need reassurance that fitness can be built in less than ideal conditions!

Episode 400: Hans Troyer

Hans just won the Bandera 100k, breaking Jim Walmsley’s course record in the process. Still in grad school, this was Hans’ first 100k. What led to such a debut? Also, thank you to all the listeners who have helped us reach 4 years and 400 episodes! We wouldn’t be here without you!