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The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field Show

CITIUS MAG
World Championships
Track and Field
Boston Marathon
Running
Tokyo
Olympics
New York City Marathon
Diamond League
USATF Outdoor Championships
Marathon Training
Tokyo World Championships
World Cross Country Championships
Noah Lyles
World Indoor Championships
800 Meters
Josh Kerr
NCAA Cross Country Championships
Chicago Marathon
Team USA
1500m

Track and field's biggest names on the track, in the coaching ranks and within the industry sit down and open up in-depth to share brilliant insights and vivid snapshots from their professional/personal accomplishments and experiences in the sport. Hosted by CITIUS MAG founder Chris Chavez. The show was named one of "The Best Running Podcasts" by Runner's World. ▶ Visit CITIUSMAG.com ▶ Twi... more

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Latest Episodes

A lighter week of running action but a big performance out of Berlin needs some more context.

Discussed in this episode:

– Berlin Marathon — men’s race: Guy Adola wins in 2:02:51 in the absence of Sebastian Sawe (stress fracture to the right tibia ... more

“I called my shot. I’m confident in my ability to still chase the American record. I’ve already learned so much this build that it’s already been a success.”

My guest today is Brooks professional marathoner and Suunto-supported athlete Clayton Young... more

Unlike “normal” global championship years, this professional season ended with three championships of a sort: the Diamond League final, World Ultimate Championships, and World Road Running Championships.

As its name implies, the “ultimate” champions... more

“I’ve allowed my brain to anchor on the fact that I can run 2:04. It’s physically possible — and that’s as good as it gets as a signal. Now let’s go find out what the trend looks like.”

My guest for today’s episode is Charles Hicks and the last time... more

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Recent Guests

Wallace Spearmon
Former sprinter, USA Track & Field athlete
USA Track & Field
Episode: Wallace Spearmon On America’s Current Track Stars, The Lead Up To LA 2028 And World Athletics’ Innovations At Ultimate Champs
Jeremy Wariner
All-time 400m legend, relay coach for Team USA
Team USA
Episode: 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Jeremy Wariner Reflects On His Career, Now Coaching Team USA’s 4x4 And The State Of The 400m
Frank Lara
209 Marathoner, Altra spokesman
Altra
Episode: WORLD ULTIMATE CHAMPIONSHIPS PREVIEW | LIVE FROM BUDAPEST
Laurent Mealy
Head coach for sprints, hurdles and relays at the Dutch Olympic Training Centre (Papendal)
Dutch Olympic Training Centre
Episode: How Femke Broeders-Bol Became A 1:54 800m Runner | Inside The Training With Coach Laurent Meuwly
Chris Bennett
Nike Running Global Head Coach; author of This Is About Running, This Is Not About Running
Nike Running
Episode: Coach Chris Bennett On Writing “This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running.”
Andreas Almgren
European 10,000 meter champion, upcoming marathon debutant
Sweden / international athletics
Episode: Andreas Almgren On His Upcoming Marathon Debut In New York, A Dominant European 10,000m Championship And Seven Years Of Double Threshold
Galen Rupp
Nike athlete, elite runner with coaching experience
Nike
Episode: Galen Coaches Kyle (Episode 1) | “Don’t Screw It Up For Me”
Jose Maresma
Clinical exercise physiologist, sports psychologist and mental performance coach behind Josh Kerr's mile world record
Independent performance psychology practice
Episode: Meet Jose Maresma: The Coach Building Josh Kerr’s Mind To Break The Mile World Record
Jakob Ingebrigtsen
Olympic champion, elite middle/long-distance runner
Norway
Episode: This Week In Track & Field: Jakob Ingebrigtsen Is Back; Jonah Koech Gets Caught Blood Doping; Stroller Mile WR Tougher Than The Mile WR (?) + Highlights From U20s

Hosts

Chris Chavez
Host of The CITIUS MAG Podcast
Kyle Merber
Co-host who provides color commentary and analysis

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • The real inside track

    This podcast really gets you behind the scenes of the sport. A lot of other podcasts around track and field can be really judgmental and focus only on performance. But Chris and the Citius team do a really great job of allowing us a glimpse behind the curtain of the competitor, whose facade is often obsessive or aggressive or seemingly some kind of angry misfit based off a hurried post race interview .The reality turns out to be an athlete that is more vulnerable, often balancing the hope and pa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    herb jellyate
    United States15 days ago
  • I Finally Get It

    Listened to the Josh Kerr WR podcast on a five miler and honestly, I finally see why people listen to this on their run. It’s fun to have something playing that’s running related and not just music or background noise. The podcast was fuel for the soul and I can truly appreciate the Citius Mag podcast full circle now. Thanks Chris 🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mr.saladbar19
    United States2 months ago
  • Hard to listen to

    Was once an ok show, but with each passing episode, it becomes harder to listen to without feeling in some way lectured to about something political or extremely liberal. Very unenjoyable now and won’t be coming back. Runners, there are other podcasts out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Justanotherrunner80
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Awesome show

    Don’t fine players for celes trust. Let the ja morants. Morant, it’s entertaining and habz can deal like any pro.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JamdaHamRUNs
    United States7 months ago
  • Chris Chavez practices what he preaches!

    I’ve been a listener for a while now, enjoy nerding out while I hear Chris and Preet break down race performances and speculate on future ones. Love the data driven estimates but also the intuition of the hosts. Imagine my surprise while I was doing my long run on the Central Park loop and I look up and see Chris running towards me looking while his voice was in my ear!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah Alaska
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners praise data-driven breakdowns and deep dives into race strategy.
Fans appreciate international perspective and expert guest insights across events and athletes.
Many enjoy the camaraderie and banter among the hosts and guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#7
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#15
Canada/Sports/Running
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#33
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#22
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Apple Podcasts
#51
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#73
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

This Week In Track & Field: Jakob Ingebrigtsen Calls The Field Cowards & Starts Beef With Cole Hocker; Cam Myers & Klaudia Kazimierska Claim 1500m Titles; Audrey Werro Stays Unbeaten + More
Q: What happened with the pacing in the 1500m that led to controversy?
There were claims that Hocker's team targeted a very specific pace with a dedicated pacer, but the race did not go as planned; Jakob argued that the field and race format were not honored as promised, fueling post-race tensions.
How Femke Broeders-Bol Became A 1:54 800m Runner | Inside The Training With Coach Laurent Meuwly
Q: How did you shape the training to keep her strength while building 800m endurance?
Maintain strength levels, keep high-intensity speed work, introduce aerobic work via zones, and use bike sessions to manage volume and injury risk while preserving speed reserves from her 400m base.
How Femke Broeders-Bol Became A 1:54 800m Runner | Inside The Training With Coach Laurent Meuwly
Q: When did the idea of transitioning Femke to the 800 metres crystallize, and what conversations led to the move?
The decision grew out of recognizing her endurance and running efficiency; after several years at the 400m hurdles, they discussed the move seriously, with the turning point being a Paris Olympic cycle where they balanced finishing strong at 400m hurdles with preparing for 800m.
Coach Chris Bennett On Writing “This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running.”
Q: How did you approach structuring a book that isn't a traditional training manual?
I leaned into a conversational, standalone-chapter format designed to feel like a guided journey rather than a textbook. The aim was to ensure readers could pick any chapter and still gain value, while the full arc builds toward the core idea that runners should eventually need their coach less.
Coach Chris Bennett On Writing “This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running.”
Q: When did you decide to write a book and what made this the right time?
The book idea had been percolating for years, and a combination of resilience, conversations with a literary agent, and a firm belief that there was a broader story beyond training plans pushed me to commit. We moved quickly once the right person joined the project, and the work felt timely given the shift in how people entered and stayed in running.

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In-depth track and field conversations featuring elite athletes, coaches, and industry insiders. Episodes commonly unpack training philosophies, race tactics, and performance psychology, often tying in behind-the-scenes coaching decisions, sponsorship dynamics, and event-specific analysis. A recurring strength is breaking down world-class performances with actionable takeaways for runners, coaches, and fans, plus candid insights into athlete support systems and team dynamics. The show often blends technical breakdowns with lively storytelling and banter, making complex training concepts accessible while spotlighting the human side of the sport.

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1. Wallace Spearmon
2. Jeremy Wariner
3. Frank Lara
4. Laurent Mealy
5. Chris Bennett
6. Andreas Almgren
7. Galen Rupp
8. Jose Maresma

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