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THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

Dominic Schlueter

The Running Effect tells the best stories in running—and turns them into insight, inspiration, and tools to help competitive runners become greater. Every week, host Dominic Schlueter sits down with the fastest, smartest, and most inspiring people in the sport—from Olympic medalists to breakthrough athletes—to unpack the stories, lessons, and mindset behind elite performance. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or looking to understand how greatness is built, The Running Effect will make you a

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00:39:37

Simeon Birnbaum: The Quiet Killer of NCAA Running —...

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2025/07/11

PSA: the audio on this is weird. We have no clue why it's like this, but I would rather release then it never see the light of day. He went from Rapid City to Hayward Field. From high school phenom to NCAA standout. And now, toeing the line with the best in the world, Simeon Birnbaum is bridging the levels in a way few athletes do.In his return to the show, we catch up with Simeon just 24 hours after his electric 3:56.64 mile at the Prefontaine Classic—his first real taste of pro racing on one

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00:53:26

Josh Kerr: Reigning World Champion and 2x Olympic...

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2025/07/09

This isn’t just a running interview. It’s a front-row seat to what greatness sounds like.Josh Kerr is the reigning 1500m World Champion, an Olympic silver (Paris 2024) and bronze medalist (Tokyo 2020), and the fastest Brit of all time, stopping the clock at a jaw-dropping 3:27.79 in the 1500m at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.And his résumé doesn’t stop there. Josh’s current personal bests include: 3:27.79 in the 1500m outdoor (British record); 3:45.34 in the outdoor mile; 7:30.14 in the indoor 3,000m

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00:50:47

Train With Awareness, Not Ego: Alex Ostberg on the...

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2025/07/07

-The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rsAlex Ostberg is back to cut through the noise and get straight to what actually matters for smarter, healthier, and more effective training. This month’s theme? Train with awareness, not ego.First, Alex wrote about not chasing gains at the expense of your body. Top athletes play defense first. Solid sleep, real food, and smart recovery aren’t optional, they’re non-negotiable. If you’re always flirting with

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00:41:20

NCAA All-American Paityn Noe on Breaking Records,...

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2025/07/05

Paityn Noe has gone from being an injury-plagued freshman to one of the NCAA's most electrifying distance runners, redefining success with speed, resilience, and purpose.After a turbulent freshman year marked by injury and setbacks, Paityn didn't just bounce back, she transformed, clocking a blazing 31:36.91 to break Arkansas' 10,000m record, becoming All-American in the 10,000m and 5,000m outdoors,and finishing 4th at NCAA Outdoors.Her resume reads like a breakout-year checklist: she

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00:45:12

An Inside Look At How Double Threshold Training...

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2025/07/03

Andreas Almgren went from nearly quitting the sport to redefining European distance running.The Swedish phenom’s career began with a 1:45.59 in the 800m before a cascade of devastating injuries nearly ended it all. We’re talking stress fractures, torn muscles, and years of physical setbacks that forced Andreas to rethink everything, from his training philosophy to his identity as an athlete.What followed is one of the most remarkable reinventions in modern track history.Andreas had to endure a

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00:52:40

How Pro Runner Austen Dalquist Trained Less and Got...

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2025/07/01

Austen Dalquist is not your typical miler. He's an All-American from the University of Arkansas, a USATF Colorado Mile Champion, and a 3:41 guy in the 1500, but his journey hasn't been defined by times alone.After battling personal health challenges, including an eating disorder and vocal cord dysfunction, Austen did what few dare to do: he stayed in the sport. He rebuilt from rock bottom, leaning on faith, community, and quiet resilience to stage a comeback that's as inspiring as it is

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00:33:31

Lexy Halladay-Lowry Ran 9:08 in the Steeplechase,...

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2025/06/29

Lexy Halladay-Lowry is chasing the clock while rewriting the record books.With an indoor mile PR of 4:31, a blistering 8:40 in the 3,000, and a sub-15 in both the indoor and outdoor 5,000m, Lexy is one of the fastest ever to do it in NCAA history.She’s an 8-time All-American, a two-time NCAA cross country team champion, and the current No. 2 in the nation in the steeplechase after clocking 9:08 and finishing runner-up at the 2025 outdoor championships.From breaking five minutes in the mile as a

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00:41:38

The Untamed Rise of Hans Troyer: Wild Training,...

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2025/06/27

Hans Troyer is the epitome of raw talent meeting ruthless resilience.From a near-collapse in the desert to record-breaking dominance, his story is one of fearless grit, second chances, and an audacious leap: from college steepler to 100K trail crusher.In just over a year, Hans has gone from collegiate standout to ultramarathon phenom: winning national titles, smashing course records, and landing podiums at some of the biggest races in the U.S. He’s the 2024 USATF 50-mile national champion, a 2025

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00:39:21

He Ran 8:16 to Win NCAAs, Placed 3rd at the Olympic...

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2025/06/25

From humble hustle to steeplechase sensation, James Corrigan is rewriting the script.Born in Los Angeles and now a force at Brigham Young University, James has quickly made his mark in the 3000-meter steeplechase. In just the past year, he placed third in the U.S. Olympic Trials, secured his Olympic standard in a last-chance race at the Penn Relays, represented Team USA in Paris, and most recently, he became the NCAA Championwith a blistering 8:16 performance.We're looking at a mission-serving,

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01:08:04

He Ran 61 Marathons in 61 Days With Nothing But a...

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2025/06/23

Sixty-one marathons in sixty-one days: From the southern border of Germany to the northern sea, Aleksander Lingauer covered the entire distance on his own.No sponsors. No shortcuts. Just a backpack, a belief, and the stubborn will to see it through.Aleksander is an endurance athlete and writer, and the mind behind Project 61, a solo mission to run the length of Germany, one marathon a day, for two straight months. But his story isn't just about distance, it's about what happens when

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00:39:25

The Runner in Congress: Mark DeSaulnier’s Journey...

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2025/06/21

Today’s guest knows endurance—on the trail, in public service, and in life.Congressman Mark DeSaulnier of California has run 23 marathons, including Boston, New York, Napa, and even Paris.A former lacrosse player turned lifelong runner, Mark once pursued a sub-3-hour marathon while simultaneously trying to bench press twice his bodyweight. He came heartbreakingly close—twice clocking a 3:04—and carried that same grit with him into politics, business, and recovery from a life-threatening

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01:02:12

7 Marathons. 7 Continents. 7 Days. How Wyatt Moss...

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2025/06/19

What drives a 23-year-old to run seven marathons... on seven continents... in just seven days?Today’s guest isn’t just an endurance athlete—he’s a human experiment in grit, creativity, and storytelling. Wyatt Moss has run a marathon in all 50 states, built a woodworking business to fund the journey, and picked up over 100,000 followers along the way—not just for the miles he runs, but for the life he’s building while doing it.In early 2025, Moss participated in the World Marathon Challenge, running

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00:51:46

It’s Not Talent — It’s What You’re Eating: Kelsey...

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2025/06/17

What happens when you combine deep science with real-world results—and package it all in a way that actually makes sense to young athletes? You get Kelsey Poulter.In today’s episode, we’re joined by the founder of Next Level Athletes, a sports nutrition expert who has quickly become one of the most trusted voices in the performance space. With a background in Exercise Physiology and a skyrocketing online presence that’s grown from 2,000 to over 450,000 followers in just over a year, Kelsey is proof

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00:31:29

The Future of Distance Running Has a Name: It’s...

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2025/06/15

He broke the barrier—and the sport felt it.Quentin Nauman is back on the pod in the final episode of our Festival of Miles series—a fitting finish to a week that reminded us just how far the sport is moving.Just days ago at the HOKA Festival of Miles, Quentin lined up against the top high school milers in the country and ran 3:58.65—joining the elite ranks of sub-four athletes and pushing the ceiling of what high school runners can do. It wasn’t just a win. It was a cultural moment in high school

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00:43:28

Live From St. Louis! | A Deep-Dive Conversation On...

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2025/06/13

Recorded live. Fueled by the energy of the crowd. Powered by HOKA.Straight from the Big River Running Company in Missouri on June 4th, this special episode of the podcast captures the excitement, energy, and anticipation just one night before the iconic HOKA Festival of Miles.We sit down with four of the sport’s most compelling figures: Olin Hacker – NCAA champion turned pro who thrilled fans with his powerful closing speed in previous Festival races; Krissy Gear – Steeplechase star known for her

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00:39:44

Pain Has No Finish Line: Alyssa McClellan on Running...

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2025/06/11

What does it take to run for 28 hours straight?To go beyond exhaustion—when your body gives out and only your will is left?Alyssa McClellan knows.She’s a former elite CrossFit athlete, a mother of four, and an ultra-endurance machine. At the Go One More Last Man Standing Ultra, Alyssa ran nearly 120 miles in just under 28 hours, outlasting every other woman and placing fourth overall. No pacers. No excuses. Just pure grit.But her story doesn’t start there.Before ultra running, Alyssa competed at

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00:53:30

400 Laps Around A Track. 100 Miles. One Mission: Sean...

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2025/06/09

From rock bottom to 100 miles — today’s guest redefines what it means to fight back.Meet Sean Rhodes: former alcoholic, now ultramarathoner, mental health advocate, and the driving force behind a mission that’s bigger than any finish line.In May 2025, Sean didn’t just run a 100-mile race — he built one. The Stoney 100 was raw, solo, and powered by purpose: raising awareness for mental health and backing recovery-focused nonprofits like Quest in Recovery and Charleston Hope.His stats are legit: he

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00:55:32

From 4 Hours to 2:32: Eric Floberg on Running Fast,...

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2025/06/08

He’s gone from a four-hour marathoner to a 2:32 powerhouse — today, we’re sitting down with the unstoppable Eric Floberg.Based in Chicago, Eric has become a standout in the running world for his incredible marathon transformation — going from a 3:59 debut to a blazing 2:32:44 personal best. But his impact doesn’t stop at the finish line.Eric is also a master storyteller. Through his cinematic running videos, he’s built a powerful connection with a global audience. With over 250,000 YouTube

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01:06:19

The Psychology of Performance: Alex Ostberg on the...

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2025/06/06

We love the idea of a breakthrough—the dramatic finish, the record-shattering time, the race where it finally clicks.But what if that moment you’re chasing isn’t about magic… but mindset?Returning to the show today is Alex Ostberg, former NCAA standout and the thoughtful voice behind The Rundown. In this episode, we dive into the psychology of high performance and unpack four of Alex’s most powerful recent essays.We begin by debunking the myth of overnight success, revealing how real progress is

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01:02:25

56 Hours. 234 Miles. No Finish Line. Kim Gottwald on...

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2025/06/04

Some people push the limit. Kim Gottwald treats it like a starting line.Meet Kim Gottwald: ultra-endurance athlete, viral content creator, and founder of Rappid Runs, a running apparel brand built for the brutal reality of long-distance races.If his name isn’t on your radar yet, it will be. Kim just co-won the Go One More Ultramarathon in Texas, racking up a mind-bending 378 kilometers (234 miles) before the race was shut down for extreme weather.But here’s what really sets Kim apart: it’s not just

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