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Chicago Marathon
Marathon Training
Boston Marathon
Running
New York City Marathon
World Championships
Marathon Running
California International Marathon
Flagstaff
Olympics
Marathon Project
Coaching
Flagstaff, Arizona
Marathon
Berlin Marathon
Endurance Sports
Houston Half Marathon
Andreas Almgren
Julia Paternain
Tokyo

Rory Linkletter and Jacob Thomson are professional marathoners chasing fast times and big goals on the roads. Training out of Flagstaff, Arizona, they’ve got plenty of stories from the grind of big mileage, the chaos of race travel, the highs and lows of racing on the world stage and the random stuff that happens between workouts. With a passion for storytelling, running culture, and building comm... more

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It's New York City Marathon weekend! Rory and Jacob are joined by two-time NYC Marathon top-10 finisher Scott Fauble to break down the course, preview the elite fields, and make their picks for race day.

Before diving into New York, Jacob recaps his... more

European record holder and world champion Andreas Almgren joins the Out and Back Podcast ahead of his highly anticipated marathon debut at the New York City Marathon.

Known for his meticulous, self-coached approach to training, Andreas breaks down h... more

Fresh off Chicago Marathon weekend, Jacob and Rory are back in Flagstaff to break down the biggest performances, surprises, and takeaways from the race.

In a special “Shout Out Chicago” episode, they discuss Vinny Mauri's aggressive race strategy, C... more

The Out & Back Podcast hits the road for its first-ever live show! Recorded at Fleet Feet the day before the Chicago Marathon, Rory Linkletter and Jacob are joined by Chicago's own Eric Floberg for a conversation about racing, training, and everythin... more

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Recent Guests

Andreas Almgren
European record holder and world half marathon champion
Episode: #60 - Andreas Almgren: World Half Marathon Champion
Clayton Young
Professional marathoner and American record holder
Episode: #59 - Between Reps - Shout Out Chicago!
Eric Floberg
Chicago-based runner, filmmaker, photographer and marathon coach
Marathon Courses
Episode: #58 - Live from Chicago with Eric Floberg: Berlin Reflections, Race Day Strategy & Marathon Predictions
Jadyn Keeler
Canadian half marathon record holder, University of North Dakota alum, Flagstaff resident
Adidas (NIL/Pro contract), Golden Peaks Drag Club
Episode: #56 - Jadyn Keeler Breaks the Canadian Record + What’s Next in the Marathon
Vinny Mauri
Guest; breakout distance runner known for extreme training blocks
Independent/Sponsored by training blocks (unsponsored at time of episode)
Episode: #55 - Vinny Mauri’s 45-Mile Workout Days + World Road Running Champs Preview
Ahmed Muhumed
Flagstaff-based long-distance runner, NAZ Elite
NAZ Elite
Episode: #54 - Ahmed Muhumed Takes on the Marathon
Jess McClain
Elite distance runner
USA National Team - World Half Championships
Episode: #53 - Jess McClain Is Thinking Bigger: Boston, World Champs & NYC
John Gay
Friend of the program, frequent guest ( Edmonton Half Marathon participant in this episode )
Canadian athletics / Edmonton event participant
Episode: #51 - Between Reps: NYC Fields, Edmonton Half, European Champs, Race Schedule Updates
Neil Beagle
Coach for Let's Tango and 236 Marathoner
Let's Tango / 236 Marathoner
Episode: #50: The Call-In Show: Hot Takes, Marathon Relay Drafts, and Desert Island Training Questions

Hosts

Rory Linkletter
Host of Out and Back; professional marathoner; Flagstaff-based coach and community builder.
Jacob Thomson
Co-host of Out and Back; professional marathoner; based in Flagstaff; sports-coaching lens.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 546 ratings
  • Great running podcast

    Thank you for entertaining me on my runs Rory and Jacob- I especially enjoyed the episode with Andreas Almgren! Great running podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emma from Sweden
    Sweden5 days ago
  • Rory is the bomb.

    This is my new fave running pod. Great insight behind the pro scene, the Flagstaff scene and running in general. Also love that these guys are both coaches, making the pod instructional as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elle in Maine
    United States11 days ago
  • Love the show but too many ads

    I love you guys. Great chemistry, great guests. But there are way too many ads per show. Like every 10-15 minutes…grow the show first then go for the $$$.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jonathan. S
    United States18 days ago
  • My favorite running podcast

    Here bc Rory. Love his YouTube videos so had to follow this show. I've listened to just about every episode this year

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kathduo
    United States19 days ago
  • Love their perspective

    I listen to a variety of podcasts and sometimes they have similar content and takes, but I appreciate the fresh and candid sharing as well as inside knowledge shared from these guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soakes09
    United States20 days ago

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The hosts ask challenging questions and keep the vibe engaging without losing depth.
Listeners appreciate the candid stories from the road and the industry inside look.
A go-to for practical training notes and race-day nuance during long runs.
Elite insights into elite running with thoughtful takes and honest coaching.
The show balances high-level analysis with accessible, relatable discussion.

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#23
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#13
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#34
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#79
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#85
Australia/Sports/Running
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#85
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#60 - Andreas Almgren: World Half Marathon Champion
Q: How did you adapt your threshold-focused training from the track to prepare for the marathon?
Almgren added hard, progressive long runs and lengthened threshold sessions, building mileage and marathon-specific durability while retaining some double-threshold training.
#60 - Andreas Almgren: World Half Marathon Champion
Q: What does a successful debut in New York look like for you?
Almgren says he cares about placing rather than time and wants to remain in the front group for as long as possible, ideally reaching Central Park still in contention.
#58 - Live from Chicago with Eric Floberg: Berlin Reflections, Race Day Strategy & Marathon Predictions
Q: What kind of workouts do you use to indicate what pace to shoot for, and how do you gauge what kind of marathon shape you're in?
Jacob Thomson says fitness comes from consistent training that combines workouts, long runs and sustainable volume. He cautions against overvaluing a single key workout, while Floberg recommends drawing confidence from regular training and reviewing a training log during the taper.
#58 - Live from Chicago with Eric Floberg: Berlin Reflections, Race Day Strategy & Marathon Predictions
Q: What happened in Berlin, and how are you feeling a couple weeks post-marathon?
Floberg says jet lag, a difficult taper, a hamstring concern, poor sleep and a negative mindset contributed to a disappointing race, although he enjoyed the trip and running the course with a friend.
#59 - Between Reps - Shout Out Chicago!
Q: How are you spending your recovery week so far?
Clayton Young says he is taking a weekend trip to a cabin with his brothers and father to relax, eat good food and spend time with family.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Out and Back

What is Out and Back about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two professional distance runners who train and race at the highest levels host this show, sharing candid training insights, race-day strategies, and behind-the-scenes stories from life on the road. Episodes mix practical coaching tips with personal anecdotes about blocks, travel, sponsorships, and the politics of elite racing, all delivered with humor and camaraderie. A standout keepsake is the deep access to elite training culture, team dynamics in Flagstaff, and thoughtful conversations about longevity, goal setting, and balancing sport with other life commitments. Potential listeners include aspiring elites, experienced amateurs chasing peak Marathon performance, coaches, and brand partners looking for authentic endurance storytelling a... more

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6. Ahmed Muhumed
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8. John Gay

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