The Amazing Runner's World Show

Epizode

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  Lessons from Josh Kerr’s Record-Breaking Mile 17.08.2026 11min

  Inspired by Josh Kerr’s record-breaking mile, this episode explores what everyday runners can learn from an elite performance. From using tune-up races to build confidence to testing race-day gear, mastering consistent pacing, and leaning on pace groups, discover practical strategies you can use to race smarter—and faster—at any distance.
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  Yes, You Can Run A Marathon 10.08.2026 12min

  Never run before but marathon-curious? Runner's World hosts Allie and Jeff break down their new 24-week walk-to-run marathon training plan — built for total beginners who want to go from walking to crossing a marathon finish line. They cover when you start running without walk breaks (week 11!), how to handle missed workouts, injury comebacks, and why a longer build makes the whole thing way more doable than you'd think.
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  How Long Should Your Longest Marathon Training Run Be? 04.08.2026 9min

  On this week’s episode of The Amazing Runner's World Show, Jeff and Aly discuss when cutting down your long run is reasonable—and when it could leave you underprepared. ------------------------------------------------ The Amazing Runner’s World Show Resources: Get our top marathon training plan: https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a61475836/how-to-master-marathon-member/ Join our Runner’s World+ membership program: https://store.runnersworld.com/runners-world-premium-membership-5999.html Browse our training plan library: https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a30911910/download-your-runners-world-training-plan/ Get our workout app: https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a69936354/all-out-studio-app/  ------------------------------------------------ Follow Runner’s World: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runnersworldmag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx2Xqm8S3Ghqn5puhSKWH4Q Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunnersWorld/ X: https://x.com/runnersworld TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@runnersworldmag
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  How Much Speedwork Do You Need to Run Faster? 31.07.2026 9min

  How much speedwork do runners need to get faster? Learn how to balance easy miles, speed training, race fitness, and injury risk. ------------------------------------------------ The Amazing Runner’s World Show Resources: Get our top training plan for running faster: https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a69060774/run-faster-program/ Join our Runner’s World+ membership program: https://store.runnersworld.com/runners-world-premium-membership-5999.html Browse our training plan library: https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a30911910/download-your-runners-world-training-plan/ Get our workout app: https://www.runnersworld.com/training/a69936354/all-out-studio-app/  ------------------------------------------------ Follow Runner’s World: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runnersworldmag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx2Xqm8S3Ghqn5puhSKWH4Q Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunnersWorld/ X: https://x.com/runnersworld TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@runnersworldmag
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  A Crazy Run 07.09.2017 57min

  What it takes to be a pro beer miler. We interview Lewis Kent to learn the secrets to running and chugging at such an impressive clip. (3:38) A few Runner’s World staffers attempt to run an unofficial, totally-unsanctioned, underground beer mile of their own. The results were not pretty. (21:33) In the Kick, an impressive new Appalachian Trail thru-hike record, why you get those muddy spots on your calves, and the best running dog story we’ve seen in a long time. (44:43) This episode of the Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Brian Dalek Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Run Forever 31.08.2017 52min

  An inside look at what it takes to keep a race green. Digital Editor Chris Michel joins in on a ritual in which our colleague Warren Greene laces up his shoes, pulls on plastic gloves, and runs his own version of our half marathon course. One that requires hundreds of stops—to pick up trash tossed by runners. (01:55) An interview with Bill Pierce and Scott Murr of the Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training in Greenville, South Carolina. They are the authors of the new book, Train Smart, Run Forever. (15:28) In the Kick, we’re talking about a fantasy race that would be really fun to watch, a singlet that’s gone around the world, and a very odd performance enhancer. (38:24) This episode of the Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Brian Dalek   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy, Alex Ward, and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Jeff Galloway 24.08.2017 1h 2min

  First, we go deep on a topic that’s close to all runners—how to make yourself poop before a big race. That’s right, we chat with an expert to finally learn the best ways to reconcile your gut with race day. (01:32) An interview with Jeff Galloway, one of the most famous names in running. The Olympian, author, columnist, businessman, and creator of the uber-popular run-walk-run method shares his keys for starting to run and going strong for your entire life. (17:15) In the Kick, running during an eclipse, discovering a technique that will help you happily toss your old running shoes, and an update to the top running cities in the U.S. (50:56) This episode of the Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Brian Dalek Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy, Alex Ward, and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Desiree Linden 17.08.2017 59min

  An interview with Olympic marathoner Desiree Linden. While recovering from a recent half marathon and in a bit of training lull, Desi shared some lesser-known facts about her life—like her newfound love of bourbon and the puppy she recently adopted. (1:53) In the Kick, a recap of the 2017 World Championships in London, mourning a mullet, and a look at the celebrities running 26.2 miles this fall. (30:48) This episode of the Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Christine Fennessy   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Air Force Tested 11.08.2017 55min

  Staffers Robert Reese and Christine Fennessy head to the Pentagon to take the Air Force Physical Fitness Test. The unusual opportunity provides them some surprising insight into their individual fitness regimes (plus an update since we first aired this segment). (1:37) Conversations with two members of the Air Force—a female B52 Bomber pilot and a pararescueman, a member of the military’s elite special operations community—about how running helps them better do their jobs. (34:32) The Runner’s World Show is brought to you by Casper, an online retailer of premium mattresses. Get $50 toward any mattress purchase by going to Casper.com/run and using the promo code “Run.” Episode Credits: Host: Brian Dalek   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Run Your Best Fall Race 10.08.2017 49min

  This week it’s all about you with our fourth training roundtable. We bring our experts into the studio to answer all of your training and gear questions as you get ready for your fall half or full marathons. (:45) This episode of the Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Brian Dalek Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Running Through Grief 20.07.2017 1h

  An interview with Jordan Hasay, who this year at the Boston Marathon took third place in her marathon debut in 2:23:00. The race was an emotional one for the 25-year-old, as it came just months after the sudden passing of her mother. Jordan spoke to contributing editor Sarah Lorge Butler about Boston, her prodigy-like talents on the track, and how running has been instrumental in helping her process her grief. (2:03) In the Kick, we recap some of the most intriguing stories in the world of running, including a spectacular Spartan Race finish, an unwelcome group runner, and a cop you won’t want to run from. (40:29) This episode of The Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Brian Dalek   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy, Brian Dalek, and Alex Ward. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  The Runner’s Heart 13.07.2017 56min

  This week, we have a very special show: a roundtable on the topic of heart health and running. With help from our experts, we try to address how good/bad running is for your heart and try to make sense of the headlines that say, “Too much running will kill you!” (:40) This episode of the Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Further Reading: The Runner's Heart Episode Credits: Host: Christine Fennessy Producers: Sylvia Ryerson and Christine Fennessy Special thanks to Dr. Jordan Metzl for leading our roundtable discussion. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Beers, Burgers, and Running 06.07.2017 44min

  Noah Droddy discusses his breakthrough year of running in an interview—at a bar—with Runner’s World editor Kit Fox. They chat about everything from mustaches to the motivational mantra that pushed him to a half marathon PR earlier this year. (1:50) A hands-on lesson for grilling the perfect burger this summer, and why it’s okay to indulge every now and then. (24:55) This episode of The Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Christine Fennessy   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy, Brian Dalek, and Alex Ward. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Common Running Terms 29.06.2017 1h 7min

  The staff at Runner’s World is supposed to be experts on running terminology. But to test this theory, we rounded up a few of our colleagues and turned our job into a game to see who really knows all the running jargon out there. (1:49) An interview with elite marathoner Diego Estrada, who had a brutal 2016 but is regrouping and preparing for strong end to 2017. (19:10) In the Kick, we recap the 2017 USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships in Sacramento and discuss this year’s Western States Endurance Run. (51:57) This episode of The Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits: Host: Brian Dalek   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy, Brian Dalek, and Alex Ward. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  The Secrets for Peak Performance 22.06.2017 1h 14min

  We tag along with one of our colleagues as he makes a final—desperate attempt—to heal his pain with the help of sports massage. (2:10) Steve Magness, coauthor of the new book Peak Performance, gives a surprising, provocative look at the new science of success. (23:06) In the Kick, how to deal with those hot, muggy runs, and why running is therapeutic for blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. (1:04:01) This episode of The Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits Host: Christine Fennessy   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Deena, Dogs, and Shoes 16.06.2017 46min

  Elite marathoner and three-time Olympian Deena Kastor shares what may be the most critical element to her success: her mental game. (1:19) Producer Christine Fennessy runs with the Dog Trotters program in Media, Pennsylvania, which pairs high-energy canines with runners to help them get adopted. Along the way, she gets some tips on running with our best buddies. (18:35)  Shoe and gear editor Jeff Dengate finds a staff member with nearly zero shoe sense and takes him for his first proper fitting at our local running store. (34:46) This episode is brought to you by Harrys. Get the close, comfortable shave you deserve. Sign up at Harrys.com/run, and you’ll receive their most popular Trial Set—a $13 value—for FREE, you just cover the shipping. We are also brought to you by Casper, an online retailer of premium mattresses. Get $50 toward any mattress purchase by going to Casper.com/run and using the promo code “Run.” Episode Credits Host: Christine Fennessy   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Kara Goucher 15.06.2017 1h 9min

  Kara Goucher joins the show to talk about dealing with the worst injury she’s ever suffered, the highs and the still-very-emotional lows of her career, learning how to focus on what’s really important, and what it’s like to be in love with running. (2:14) Shoes and gear editor Jeff Dengate answers and decodes our listeners most pressing running shoe questions. (36:05) In the Kick, the most notable running mullet in the NCAAs, a new twist on the running-wedding connection, and more animals interrupting races. (1:02:32) This episode of The Runner's World Show is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits Host: Brian Dalek   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian Dalek. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Nick Symmonds 08.06.2017 58min

  Nick Symmonds, a two-time Olympian, announced in January that he’ll retire at the end of 2017. But stepping off the track doesn’t mean he’ll be scaling back his athletic endeavors. Nick spoke with RW earlier this year and made it pretty clear he’s got some truly big goals on the horizon. (2:00) Two brothers—ages 12 and 15—talk about the running streak they’ve been on...for years. (37:16) In the Kick, how one editor ran her fastest 5K ever, the oldest woman to ever run a half marathon, and 112 runners enter the record books in one of the oddest ways possible. (46:49) This episode of Human Race is brought to you by Brooks. Sign up for the Brooks Big Endorsement and become a sponsored athlete at www.BrooksAthlete.com/rw. Episode Credits Host: Brian Dalek   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy, Brian Dalek and Joanna Clay. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Boston Bound? 01.06.2017 59min

  It's been a rocky journey, but David Willey has finally reached the starting line of the biggest race of his life. (:26) This episode is brought to you by Harrys. Get the close, comfortable shave you deserve. Sign up at Harrys.com/run, and you’ll receive their most popular Trial Set—a $13 value—for FREE, you just cover the shipping. Episode Credits: Host: Kit Fox   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Cindy Kuzma. The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
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  Lauren Fleshman 25.05.2017 1h 44min

  Lauren Fleshman is a former pro runner, a true renaissance woman, and one of the most interesting, articulate, and motivating athletes in running. This week we learn more about what drives her as a runner, mother, and businesswoman. (3:16) The sixth installment in our series about Editor-in-Chief David Willey’s moonshot marathon quest—otherwise known as his attempt to finally qualify for the Boston Marathon. (55:20) In the Kick, a milestone birthday for a running legend, why runners should take more care of their teeth, and a son runs in his father’s shoes—literally. (1:33:19) The Runner’s World Show is brought to you by Blue Apron. Create delicious meals at home with fresh ingredients delivered right to your door. Get your first 3 meals FREE—with FREE shipping—by going to BlueApron.com/runnersworld. Episode Credits: Host: David Willey   Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy, and Brian Dalek The Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply. Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).