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The Running Explained Podcast

Running Explained

Hosted by multi-certified run coaches and fitness professionals, Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava, The Running Explained Podcast is your go-to resource for actionable insights, expert tips and motivating advice to help you become the best runner you can be. We take a science-backed approach to running and fitness, offering practical strategies for athletes at all stages of their journey. Whether you"re struggling with injury, wondering how to fuel your long runs or trying to nail your race day

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00:08:41

Passing the Baton: The Next Era of Running Explained

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/12/11

In this episode, Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava introduce themselves as the new hosts of the Running Explained podcast, taking over from Elisabeth. They discuss their excitement for the upcoming season, their vision for the podcast, and their commitment to making running more accessible and enjoyable for all listeners. The hosts emphasize the importance of community and invite feedback from listeners as they transition into this new chapter.Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠Email -

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00:00:44

Season 5 Wrap-Up

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/09/05

Season 5 is wrapping up a bit early, but don’t worry, Season 6 is coming soon with more great conversations, science, and running wisdom. In the meantime, revisit past episodes or explore everything Running Explained has to offer: Our newsletter The Weekly Stride: https://www.runningexplained.com/Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@runningexplained Training plans: https://www.runningexplained.com/plans1:1 coaching options: https://www.runningexplained.com/runcoachingIf you have any

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s5/e29 (RE-RUN) How to Get Faster on Low Run Volume...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/08/28

This isn’t your typical clickbait-y “smash a marathon PR with just 3 runs a week” take. In one of our all-time favorite episodes, we're bringing back an insightful conversation with coach and elite mountain runner Kim Nedeau, who dives into how endurance athletes can thrive with a low run volume, high overall training volume approach.Whether you're managing injury, burnout, or just looking to train smarter, this episode is packed with practical insights for making every mile (and every

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01:19:27

s5/e28 Running Shoe Reviews, Ethics, and Evolution...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/08/21

In this episode, I sit down with Mike Ko, better known online as Kofuzi, to talk about his evolution from everyday runner to one of the most trusted voices in running shoe reviews on YouTube. We dive into the intersection of gear, performance, and personal preference, and how the right shoes can change everything about your running experience.What You'll Learn:How Kofuzi turned his casual runs into a full-blown content careerWhy there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to running shoesHow to think

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01:31:41

s5/e27 (RE-RUN) Your Hybrid Training Crash Course...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/08/14

We’re back with another fantastic re-run featuring the powerhouse herself, exercise physiologist and hybrid athlete Dr. Alyssa Olenick (@doclyssfitness)!Hybrid training isn't just about picking between strength or endurance – it's about embracing BOTH for both health and performance goals. Dr. Olenick breaks down the interference effect, explains the shifting application of training intensity, and goes through hybrid training in the off-season all the way through your pre-race taper PLUS

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01:05:32

s5/e26 (RE-RUN) How to Stop Comparing Yourself to...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/08/08

We're bringing back an amazing re-run episode with Coach Nick Klastava from Season 3, and it's just as relevant and inspiring now as it was then. If you enjoy this episode, check out Nick’s other podcast, Between Two Coaches, which he co-hosts with Coach Amanda Katz (also from Running Explained). You can find it on all major streaming platforms.Comparison is the thief of joy... so why do we spend SO much time & energy comparing ourselves to others? To other runners, to other versions of

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00:48:31

s5/e25 Gummy Bears, Hobbiton, and Doing “Just...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/08/01

Dr. Marie Witt is BACK for her fifth time on the podcast (aka the Five-Peat!), and this episode is a little more casual and a whole lot of fun. We’re talking about… well, a little bit of everything:– Gummy bear fueling and why sour candy hits different– What happens when your miles slow way down in the summer heat– Shoes, Hobbiton, Regency costumes, and other delightful detours– The “minimum effective dose” approach to strength training– And why doing less is often the smartest move a runner can

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s5/e24 Breaking4, Boston Qualifying Changes, and the...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/07/24

This week, I'm joined by the one and only Jon Levitt, host of For the Long Run and Long Run Labs, endurance athlete, and resident expert in both running and running-adjacent banter.What starts as a lighthearted chat about favorite running shoes (RIP Pegasus 34), run fuel (blue raspberry forever), and dream races (Tokyo, anyone?) turns into a deeply thoughtful conversation about what it means to push yourself to the edge... and what happens when you go past it.We dive into:🎯 The anatomy of a

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01:15:14

s5/e23 Running Nutrition 101 (The Redux) with Cortney...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/07/17

We’re going back to basics—because let’s be honest, most runners are still underfueling!In this special anniversary episode, I’m bringing back the very first guest I ever had on the show: Registered Dietitian and running coach Cortney Berling to talk (again) about RUNNING NUTRITION 101! If you’ve ever wondered…Should I eat before my run? Why? When? What??How much fuel do I ACTUALLY need during long runs?Why is post-run fueling so dang hard?And wait... am I underfueling even if I’m not losing

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s5e/22 Juggling Miles, Work, and Life? Here’s the...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/07/10

This week, I’m joined by a runner who brings a ton of insight and real-world experience to the table: Dr. Logan Sherman, sports chiropractor, marathon champion, and chairman of the BMW Dallas Marathon.We get into a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough airtime in performance circles: SLEEP. Not just “get more of it,” but why it matters, what it actually does for your body, how to use it as a training tool (not just a recovery tool), and how your wearable data might be telling you more (or less) than

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01:13:34

s5/e21 Training Load: Too Much, Too Little, or Just...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/07/03

In this solo episode, I'm FINALLY tackling one of the most important (and least sexy) topics in training: training load. What it is? Why should you care? And how can you make sure you're living in the "juuuuuuust right" zone! Most of us are so focused on paces and mileage (or kms) targets that we miss the bigger picture: how much stress your body is actually experiencing and accumulating from your training. And if you’re stuck in a cycle of “train hard → crash → repeat,” this

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s5/e20 How to Run Around The Whole World with Marie...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/06/26

What would happen if you decided to just… run around the world?No, seriously. That’s what Marie Leautey did. She’s only the second woman in history to complete a verified World Run—crossing four continents, coast to coast, on foot. She pushed a stroller (not with a baby - important note), slept in a tent, dodged kangaroos, used bear spray in Montana, and somehow didn’t get injured while running over 28,000 kilometers.In this episode, Marie and I talk about:How a random doodle at work turned into a

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01:21:43

s5/e19 How to Think Like A Runner with Jeff Horowitz

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/06/20

This week I’m joined by Jeff Horowitz—"recovering attorney" turned running coach, author of Think Like a Runner, and someone who’s run over 200 marathons (yes, really!). Jeff shares stories from his global racing adventures (including an ultramarathon in Cairo where he was chased by wild dog s), his journey back from a devastating femur fracture, and why he thinks every runner—no matter their pace—deserves to take themselves seriously.We get into:Why so many runners struggle to call

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s5/e18 Mastering the Basics: Run Types + Using Alerts...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/06/14

Let’s get back to basics! In this episode, I’m breaking down the three main types of runs you'll see in your training - easy runs, moderate-intensity workouts like tempo or threshold, and high-intensity speed work - and explaining what each one is actually supposed to do for your fitness. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I running this right?”, this one’s for you.Once you understand what each run is meant to accomplish, the next step is learning how to execute it correctly, and that’s where simple

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01:23:31

s5/e17 An Unwelcome Twist: Everything You Need to...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/06/05

An ankle sprain can put a serious crimp in your style, especially when it happens two days before race day. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lauren LaPierre, physical therapist, running coach, and trusted resource for all things injury rehab, to break down what it actually takes to recover from a sprained ankle and get back to running (properly!)In this conversation, Lauren breaks down what a sprain actually is (yes, it’s more than “I rolled my ankle”), how to assess its severity, and why

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01:05:12

s5/e16 Your Diet Might Not Suck...But the Advice...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/05/30

Are you making food choices based on science… or on social media? I'm joined by Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn, the duo behind the podcast Your Diet Sucks, to unpack the complicated, often confusing world of diet culture in endurance sports. With Zoë’s background in journalism and Kylee’s clinical expertise as a sports dietitian, they team up to challenge the nutrition narratives athletes are constantly fed—from TikTok trends to supplement fads!We explore:The origins of Your Diet Sucks and what inspired

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01:06:39

s5/e15 Move Better, Run Faster: The Key to Efficient...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/05/23

Ever wonder how much your running form really matters? In this episode, ultra runner and coach Sam Stow joins me for a deep, honest, and slightly nerdy conversation about the underrated importance of movement efficiency, body awareness, and technique. We dig into why how you move matters just as much as how far or how fast you go—and how the right tweaks to your movement patterns can unlock more enjoyable, injury-resistant, and sustainable running.We also get into:Why there’s no one right way to

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s5/e14 Can Mindfulness Make You A Better Runner?

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/05/15

In this episode of the Running Explained podcast, I’m breaking down a fascinating new study on mindfulness and running performance—and why I think this is something every runner needs to hear!I’ll walk you through the research (don’t worry, it’s not boring!), explain how mindfulness training actually rewires your brain (hi, neuroplasticity!), and share what this means for your training, racing, and day-to-day running mindset. Spoiler: your mental game matters. A lot.I’ll also talk about what I’ve

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s5/e13 Race Day with Family: How to Travel, Run, and...

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/05/09

In this new episode, I’m joined by Running Explained coaches Nick Klastava & Jessie Gruca as we dive into the realities of traveling to races with your family. We chat about everything from balancing carb-loading with kids’ snack schedules to managing the emotions of either bringing your kids along or leaving them at home. You’ll get practical tips on everything from international race travel to including your little ones in race-day events, and how to turn race weekends into lasting family

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s5/e12 A Classic Q&A Episode (& Special Announcement!)

The Running Explained Podcast ·

2025/05/01

This week’s episode is a throwback to one of your favorite formats—a good old-fashioned Q&A! But it’s also extra special because I’m officially launching the Running Explained Patreon! 🎉 I break down what the Patreon is, what’s included at each membership level, and how joining directly supports me and the future of the show.After that, we dive into your questions! I’m answering everything from how long it takes to rebuild your aerobic base after injury, to whether you need to run a 20-miler

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