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Runners FM

Victor Urquhart Smångs & Frej Ersa Engberg

A podcast focusing on anything and everything to do with running. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to be more entertained on your journey towards becoming a better runner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48. The Summer Update

Runners FM ·

2025/07/16

In this episode, we’re catching up on the past couple of weeks—which have been packed with training and exciting events for both of us. Victor visited ON’s headquarters in Zurich and got a firsthand look at their innovative Light Spray process. Meanwhile, Andreas has been up in Åre training hard, and things might finally be turning a corner.We’ll be taking a short break for vacation, but don’t worry—we’ll be back in full force in early August. Good Stuff ahead! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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1. Training Talks - Mads And Victor

Runners FM ·

2025/06/25

We're adding something new here at Runners FM—welcome to the very first episode of Training Talks!These extra episodes within Runners FM are shorter, more training-focused conversations. In this debut episode, Victor sits down with his coach (and our favourite Dane), Mads Taersbøl.Mads spent the entire month of May up in St. Moritz with one of the world’s top triathletes, and he shares what they've been working on. We also break down the training plan for Victor as he gears up for the Swedish

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1:05:51

47. The Jordan Donnelly

Runners FM ·

2025/06/18

Diamond League came to Stockholm and so did Jordan Donnelly which gave us an opportunity to get him into the recording booth. With over 15 years of experience working with some of the top brands in the sport, his knowledge runs deep. We had a fantastic conversation covering everything from the evolution of super shoes and the creation of Usain Bolt’s spikes, to what it really means to be race-ready—and the emotional impact of a DNF. We also explored the value of a “tight but loose” mindset and the

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1:50:35

46. The Satisfy Pro Jakob Åberg

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2025/06/11

In episode 46, we're thrilled to welcome Jakob Åberg, Satisfy Pro Runner, to the studio. In 2023, Jakob won Kullamannen 100, putting a well-deserved spotlight on his name in the ultra community.Despite being based in Stockholm, Jakob consistently logs impressive weekly mileage and manages to rack up serious elevation gain—how does he do it? We talk about his training strategies, including why he stacks long sessions back-to-back, and how he maintains balance while managing such a high training

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1:32:07

45. The Bicarb Bible, a hip update, the importance of...

Runners FM ·

2025/06/04

In this episode, Andreas shares an update on his running — and yes, believe it or not, it’s actually progressing. He also talks about his first impressions and experiences with David Grey’s “Hip Program.”Victor’s fitness is on the rise — but the real question is: could he really run a 10K in 30:30 at any given time?Special guest Robert Gorgos from MNSTRY Nutrition joins the show to talk about their brand-new Bicarb Gel, which just launched and sold out almost instantly. He shares valuable insights

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1:25:25

44. Överträning och maraton med Daniel Pärmenäs (IN...

Runners FM ·

2025/05/28

Hey dear listeners! Just a quick note—this episode of Runners FM is in Swedish. Up until now, all our episodes have been in English, so we know this might come as a surprise. We truly appreciate all of you tuning in, and while some episodes will now be in Swedish, we’ll continue to release content in English as well. Since Swedish is our native language, we’re excited to share a bit more of ourselves this way. Thanks for being with us on this journey!In this episode, we’re joined by our good friend

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43. Elov Olsson Race Report och allt du behöver veta...

Runners FM ·

2025/05/21

Hey listeners! Just a quick note—this episode of Runners FM is in Swedish. Up until now, all our episodes have been in English, so we know this might come as a surprise. We truly appreciate all of you tuning in, and while some episodes will now be in Swedish, we’ll continue to release content in English as well. Since Swedish is our native language, we’re excited to share a bit more of ourselves this way. Thanks for being with us on this journey!In this episode, newly crowned Swedish ultra distance

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51:49

42. The latest news

Runners FM ·

2025/05/14

Andreas has been busy with work, and his inability to run lately has started to take a toll on him. Running a podcast is no small task, and recently he's been feeling the strain. He believes it's time to make some changes to keep the show moving forward in a fresh and engaging direction.Meanwhile, Victor shares an update on his recent running experiences, offering a global running report from his adventures at the Bålsta Stadslopp, the London Marathon, and the Copenhagen Marathon. Hosted on Acast

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41. The Archibald Casteel

Runners FM ·

2025/04/30

In the 41st episode, we’re thrilled to be joined by Archibald Casteel. With a marathon PB of 2:10:06, Archie has established himself as a distinguished and highly respected marathon runner. But he’s far from your conventional athlete. We talk about skipping lactate testing, staying relaxed before races, and his overall ‘go with the flow’ approach to training and competition. We also break down a typical training week for Archie, and he shares some great insights into key marathon sessions. Hosted on

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52:03

40. The Third Yada Yada

Runners FM ·

2025/04/23

In this episode we talk about Victor becoming a millionaire, dreams of Australia, 10K tapering session, Warm-up Routines, Andreas lack of running and the “King of Moab” documentary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39. The Nerdy Special With Victor & Mads

Runners FM ·

2025/04/16

This week we have a slightly different podcast format! Andreas is in Slovenia doing a photoshoot so Victor got the honour of hosting the podcast by himself! 😱 To keep the quality of the conversation high he brought in his favourite Dane and coach, Mads Taersboel, to join the fun.They ran a Q&A covering several training topics including; short hill sprints, heat training, Norwegian Threshold training, HRV measurement, nutrition and much more. Tune in for an extremely nerdy episode full of

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1:45:32

38. The Fungi-Era

Runners FM ·

2025/04/09

We’re joined today by Fabian Omne, who takes us on a fascinating journey into the world of mushrooms. After experiencing a several concussions while skiing, Fabian spent three months in a dark room, searching for a way to heal. That’s when he discovered Lion's mane, which played a key role in his recovery. This experience sparked a deep passion for mushrooms, leading him to create what may be the best mushroom extracts on the market. In this conversation, we dive into the benefits of four powerful

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1:18:51

37. The Cocktail

Runners FM ·

2025/04/02

How can we learn to accept when things aren't going our way? In this episode, we explore insights from Buddhism and psychedelics, reflect on our takeaways from the previous discussion on fueling and the calories-in vs. calories-out debate, and dive into how exactly it all works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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36. The Big Energy and Fueling Special with Robert...

Runners FM ·

2025/03/26

Robert Gorgos, Co-Founder of MNSTRY NUTRITION, joins us on the show to dive deep into all things related to energy and performance!We pick his brain on fueling tips for race day, the optimal glucose-to-fructose ratios, drink mix vs. gels. Can you consume sugar during your LT1 sessions and still train your metabolism effectively? Plus, we discuss the incredible challenge of running across America—are you burning more calories or adapting to the stress? Tune in for expert insights on how to fuel your

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1:29:39

35. The Mix: Leverkusen 10k report, Fuelling during...

Runners FM ·

2025/03/19

n episode 35, we discuss Victor's 10K race in Leverkusen and how he's preparing for his upcoming race, which could qualify him for the European Championships. Andreas shares his experience with a significant change in his stress levels, highlighting just how much stress can impact performance. We also dive into how to fuel properly during training sessions, especially as marathon-specific workouts start to fill your schedule. Additionally, we cover how to set up your own lactate protocol and the

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1:39:52

34. The VB. World's craziest marathon preperation!...

Runners FM ·

2025/03/12

In the 34th episode ofRunners FM, we’re joined by Viktor Brännmark. Now coached by Victor Smångs, Viktor shares his journey from elite cross-country skier to focusing fully on running. Andreas and Viktor go way back, and we dive into their memories from their time at the cross-country skiing gymnasium, where Viktor's love for pushing through the pain was remarkable. We also explore what it's been like for Viktor to transition from professional skiing to competitive running. Plus, Viktor opens up

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33. The Running Personalities + Aussie Music Quiz

Runners FM ·

2025/03/05

This week, we’re joined by Victor’s wife, Sheona, who’s here to help us uncoverwhat kind of runner personalityyou are! Sheona dives into her unique system that categorizes runners into A, B, C... and maybe even D!Plus, we’re ending this episode with afirst-everAussie twist: an Australian music quiz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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32. The Morgan Pearson

Runners FM ·

2025/02/26

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Morgan Pearson, a two-time Olympic silver medalist in team triathlon. We dive into his early career, exploring his transition from swimming to running, and ultimately, to triathlon. Morgan now resides in Lafayette, just outside Boulder, Colorado, and we’re eager to hear if Boulder really lives up to its reputation on social media.We also have some listener questions for Morgan: What does a typical week of training look like for him, and how does he prepare for a

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1:53:38

31. The Good Stuff

Runners FM ·

2025/02/19

Our favorite Dane, Mads Taersboel, joins us for a conversation covering a wide range of topics. Andreas has just completed his first LT1 session, and it’s clear that running plays a key role in his overall well-being. We dive into the ongoing debate about Bryan Johnson’s obsession with VO2 max and discuss why his olive oil doesn’t deserve the hate it gets.Victor is gearing up for his major races, and we talk about how Mads is adjusting his training and managing the tapering process to avoid

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30. The Second Yada Yada

Runners FM ·

2025/02/12

It’s been a while since we last caught up, and there’s been a lot of exciting progress. Andreas is on the verge of being able to run again, and Victor seems to be in the best shape of his life. As he approaches some crucial races, how has his training evolved? How are they adjusting his LT1 training, and what’s his approach to heat training during this block of preparation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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