The MicroCast
Microcosm CoachingThe Microcosm Coaching Podcast helps endurance athletes—whether you're a road runner, trail runner, or training for your first marathon or 100-miler—get more out of their training with evidence-based advice, effort-based coaching, and expert mindset support. Hosted by professional coaches and athletes, each episode explores practical strategies for race prep, running recovery, mental performance, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 246 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RunningSports | |||
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This is a replay of an episode about long runs while TJ is out of the office!
Want to train smarter, fuel better, and understand what your body actually needs? This episode unpacks the real science behind endurance training and fueling—no pseudoscie... more
Strides and VO2 max intervals both mean running fast, but they do completely different jobs. Strides are short and smooth, and they train the way you move. VO2 max intervals are long and brutal, and they train your heart. Mixing them up is one of the... more
Coaching yourself? These are the five mistakes we see self-coached runners make most, and they're easier to fall into than you'd think. TJ and Zoë start with a listener question about the best time of day to train. Physiology gives late afternoon a s... more
Lactic acid, static stretching, stability shoes, heel striking, 180 cadence, and icing everything: some running advice has not held up. Coaches Zoë Rom and TJ David cover six common myths, what the research actually shows, and why some of these ideas... more
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- Well researched and engaging!
I found this podcast after listening to Zoe on Your Diet Sucks. Microcast is well researched and genuinely fun to listen to! I’m an experienced coach myself and learn from them. Audio is well-produced too. A must-listen for any runner!
Apple Podcasts5L. S. Norris
United States9 months ago - Best running podcast I’ve listened to in years – easily in my top 2 of all time
TJ and Zoë somehow pack an absurd amount of truly valuable, evidence-based information into every single episode without it ever feeling overwhelming. They have this rare gift of taking really complex topics (training zones, fueling science, downhill mechanics, mental skills, hormone health, you name it) and breaking them down into clear, actionable habits you can start using the very next day. I always finish an episode with pages of notes and actual changes I actually want to make.
On top o... more
Apple Podcasts5Lavranior
Germanya year ago - Vibes vibes vibes
I like that they base their suggestions on research rather than hype, that the episodes aren’t too long. It’s funny to listen to them discuss hot or nots and controversial topics, because they’re both such strong flavors and so opinionated. Always a good time!
Apple Podcasts5YumoisUnited Statesa year ago - Never change!!!
These guys are legit. Out of all the running podcasts I’ve listened to, this is by far the best one and one I keep returning to! Rational, evidence-based, and plain FUN! They have already challenged some longheld beliefs I’ve had that weren’t serving me on running and training! The episodes go by really fast. Great long run listening material! Just a pleasure and a delight, thank you for all your hard work, guys!
Apple Podcasts5Paulina PPUnited Statesa year ago - Love the MicroCast!
Love the podcast!! I joined microcosm coaching a couple of months ago and it’s been life changing for my running. The podcast gives some good advice and is something easy to listen to during my long runs or when I need (and have time for) a break at work. I really appreciate all the hard work that goes into the research for the info that they provide during the podcast as well. ❤️❤️
Apple Podcasts5Beth the dogtorUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #170 | United States/Sports/Running |
Apple Podcasts | #214 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Running |
Apple Podcasts | #221 |  Canada/Sports/Running |
Apple Podcasts | #86 |  Norway/Sports/Running |
Apple Podcasts | #90 |  Singapore/Sports/Running |
Apple Podcasts | #103 |  Poland/Sports/Running |
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What is The MicroCast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A practical, evidence-based show for endurance athletes that blends coaching insight with deep dives into training science, periodization, fueling, recovery, and mental aspects of long-distance running. Episodes emphasize sustainable training, avoid burnout, and feature a mix of field-tested techniques, practical gear guidance, and real-world race planning across ultras and marathons. Noteworthy strengths include a strong coaching perspective, accessible explanations of complex topics, and a culture of skepticism toward flashy trends while prioritizing consistency, joy, and long-term health in training.
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These podcasts share a similar audience with The MicroCast:
1. Your Diet Sucks
2. Singletrack
3. Trail Society
4. The Trailhead
5. The Trail Network Podcast
How many episodes of The MicroCast are there?
The MicroCast launched 6 years ago and published 246 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The MicroCast include:
1. McKendree Hickory
2. Sean Van Horn
3. TJ David
4. Cliff Pittman
5. Francis Sanzaro
6. Zack Russell
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