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NYRR Set the Pace Presented by Peloton is the official podcast of New York Road Runners. Join hosts Rob Simmelkjaer, CEO of New York Road Runners, and Becs Gentry, Peloton Instuctor, every Thursday in conversation with inspiring athletes, from everyday enthusiasts to elite marathoners, to hear stories of perseverance, drive, and dedication. Each episode also includes an NYRR Member Moment spotligh... more

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In this special race-day episode of Set the Pace, hosts Olympian Carrie Tollefson and CITIUS MAG's Kyle Merber interview the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half champions—Eden Rainbow-Cooper, Daniel Romanchuk, Hellen Obiri, Adriaan Wildschutt, and Daniel M... more

Joining Rob and Becs this week are Liz Cho and Mike Marza, anchors for ABC7 Eyewitness News. Together, they report on the events that shape daily life across the five boroughs. There will be more than 30,000 stories at this weekend’s United Airlines ... more

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New York Road Runners’ Chief Event Production Officer and Race Director, Ted Metellus, joins Becs to talk all things United Airlines NYC Half. This year’s race is set for Sunday, March 15, and Ted has all the answers to questions about race week and... more

This episode discusses sexual violence, which may be triggering or distressing for some listeners.

In this episode, New York Road Runners leaders Christine Burke and Erica Edwards-O’Neal explore runner safety—particularly for women—through global a... more

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Liz Cho
Anchor, WABC Channel 7 Eyewitness News
WABC Channel 7 Eyewitness News
Episode: From the News Desk to the Start Line: ABC’s Liz Cho and Mike Marza Take on the United Airlines NYC Half
Mike Marza
Anchor, WABC Channel 7 Eyewitness News
WABC Channel 7 Eyewitness News
Episode: From the News Desk to the Start Line: ABC’s Liz Cho and Mike Marza Take on the United Airlines NYC Half
Ted Metellus
Chief Event Production Officer and Race Director at New York Road Runners
New York Road Runners
Episode: Everything You Need to Know about the United Airlines NYC Half - 2026
Jean Knaack
CEO of the Road Runners Club of America
Road Runners Club of America
Episode: The Vital Importance of Safety for Women Runners
Ashley Raymond
Safely
Episode: The Vital Importance of Safety for Women Runners
Meagan Doyle
Safely
Episode: The Vital Importance of Safety for Women Runners
Dr. Jordan Metzl
Sports Medicine Physician at New York's Hospital for Special Surgery, author, and marathon runner.
Hospital for Special Surgery
Episode: Dr. Jordan Metzl on the Science of Running Motivation
Grant Fisher
A two-time Olympic bronze medalist and the fastest indoor 5K runner in the world
Episode: What Every Runner Can Learn From Olympian Grant Fisher
Ben Delaney
Head coach at New York Road Runners
New York Road Runners
Episode: What Every Runner Can Learn From Olympian Grant Fisher

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Rob Simmelkjaer
CEO of New York Road Runners and host, providing insights on running culture and community engagement.
Becs Gentry
Peloton Instructor and co-host, engaging listeners with her own experiences in running and fitness.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 361 ratings
  • Major issues identified and discussed — nice work for us runners, Rob

    Rob S the CEO of the NYRR takes questions, and identifies and discusses some of the major issues facing the organization. He’s the right guy to be head of the organization and it shows in this podcast. Keep running for us Rob!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richard_S_B
    United Statesa month ago
  • The opener!

    Love love love this podcast but what happened to the opener?? The clips from the marathon?? It was so inspiring and literally my favorite podcast opener. I genuinely really miss it!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liya-Davi
    United States10 months ago
  • Informative and inspiring!

    Rob and Becs, love the podcast, it’s really my weekly dose of inspiration and gets me so pumped up about NYRR and beyond. I really feel connected to the running community every time I listen. Was great to hear about how well TFK is doing and how much growth they’ve seen. I think a great topic for a future session would be lifting the curtain and getting a behind the scenes on TFK operations with Jeremie Kasmarcak and team, who have done so much to make it so successful.

    Thank you for producing... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJGonzoz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Still pretty good.

    I still enjoy listening to this, although I miss Meb. He was so relatable in a way that Becs just isn’t. But maybe she just needs time to warm up to her role.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    done. just done.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Must-listen for NYC-based runners

    This podcast has amazing advice and interviews for runners of all abilities. For those who race NYRR events, you get great previews and behind the scenes intel for all races.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    missymoobler
    United Statesa year ago

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The content resonates deeply with runners of all levels, providing insights and practical tips for training and community engagement.
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Overall feedback highlights the quality of guests interviewed and the depth of conversations, contributing to a well-rounded listening experience.
Listeners find the podcast inspiring and motivational, with many praising the engaging stories shared by athletes and the hosts.
Many enjoy the connection to the running community, feeling influenced in their personal running journeys by the experiences shared.

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#39
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#53
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#226
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#131
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#131
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#180
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Everything You Need to Know about the United Airlines NYC Half - 2026
Q: How has the start area changed for 2026?
The start line has moved to mirror the RBC Brooklyn Half start on Eastern Parkway, creating more space for runners, with four waves and clearly delineated corrals to manage flow.
The Vital Importance of Safety for Women Runners
Q: Jean, where do you think that the running community and RRCA are doing a good job around conversations about runner safety, and where are we still falling short?
Jean mentions the tendency to address safety only after tragic events and the need for ongoing reminders about safety practices in the community.
The Vital Importance of Safety for Women Runners
Q: Jean, can you tell us when did you realize that runner safety needed to have a systemic approach and not an individualized conversation?
Jean notes that conversations about safety have existed long before her involvement and highlights past incidents that triggered responses from organizations like RRCA.
Dr. Jordan Metzl on the Science of Running Motivation
Q: What is the difference between lifespan and health span?
Health span is years lived during health, while lifespan is just years lived.
Dr. Jordan Metzl on the Science of Running Motivation
Q: What can you say to someone who needs that spark to get them moving again?
It's all about lowering the cost to act and creating positive momentum.

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1. Liz Cho
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3. Ted Metellus
4. Jean Knaack
5. Ashley Raymond
6. Meagan Doyle
7. Dr. Jordan Metzl
8. Grant Fisher

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