
Race Ready is the go-to podcast for Nordic skiing and biathlon coaches, athletes, and endurance sport enthusiasts. Hosted by Olympian Andy Newell and U.S. Biathlon coach Brian Halligan, each episode dives into technique, training, race strategy, and athlete development. Hear from top coaches, pros, and sport scientists as we explore what it takes to perform at your best—on and off the snow. Contac... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 52 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessFitness | |||

This week on the Race Ready Podcast, Andy Newell and Brian Halligan dive deep into the realities of early summer training. From rebuilding training rhythm after spring downtime to understanding why your heart rate suddenly feels sky-high on roller sk... more
In this episode of the Race Ready Podcast, we sit down with rising American cross-country skier Emma Albrecht to unpack one of the most unique development stories in U.S. skiing right now. From elite-level gymnastics and career-threatening back injur... more
In this episode of Race Ready, Brian Halligan and Andy Newell answer listener questions centered around one of the most important times of the year for endurance athletes: the transition into summer training. The conversation focuses heavily on build... more
This episode of the Race Ready Podcast dives deep into the journey of rising U.S. cross-country skier Zak Ketterson, fresh off a breakthrough season that included a top-10 World Cup finish and Olympic qualification. Zak opens up about the mental side... more
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Love the pod guys. Thanks so much for doing this. Such a gift to the Nordic community.
Incredible duo with a wealth of information! All skiers and biathletes can benefit from this podcast.
Andy and Brian, we have been enjoying listening to your podcast!
We love how you model curiosity, openness, and a growth mindset. In addition to your thoughtful advice, knowledge and depth of experience, your humility and willingness to explore, discuss, and consider ideas sets a great example for athletes and coaches around the country. That coaches as accomplished as you are still growing, sharing, and listening should be an inspiration to everyone who thinks they are “the” expert.
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This is the stuff I geek out on when I’m not in my basement slaying the skierg!
Great insight for athletes AND coaches. Especially useful for coaches who don’t have a formal background in endurance training. Nice balance between senior and junior athlete content.
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This show targets Nordic skiing and biathlon communities with a practical, coaching-forward lens on technique, training, race strategy, and athlete development. Episodes feature high-profile coaches, elite athletes, and sport-science perspectives, offering actionable guidance on periodization, injury prevention, recovery, and performance optimization for endurance athletes. A standout trait is the emphasis on long-term athlete growth, thoughtful training design, and real-world coaching wisdom from practitioners who work with both juniors and masters, making it useful for coaches, athletes, and program directors alike.
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Race Ready launched a year ago and published 52 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 Race Ready include:
1. Emma Albrecht
2. Zak Ketterson
3. Kikkan Randall
4. JD Downing
5. Ned Dowling
6. Erica Flowers
7. Gary Chambers
8. Zach Caldwell
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