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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 episode, we continue to spotlight runners who put purpose behind their miles and the organizations that make up the more than 670 Official Charity Partners of the TCS New York City Marathon. Rob and Becs sit down with four members of Fred’s T... more

In this week’s episode, we continue to spotlight runners who put purpose behind their miles and the organizations that make up the more than 670 Official Charity Partners of the TCS New York City Marathon. Rob is joined by guests from Back on My Feet... more

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If you’re training for the TCS New York City Marathon or another fall marathon, this episode of Set the Pace is for you! Rob sits down with Dr. Jordan Metzl, a nationally recognized sports medicine physician at Hospital for Special Surgery and a memb... more

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Counting down to the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, Set the Pace is shining a spotlight on the runners who put purpose behind every mile by raising funds for the race’s more than 670 Official Charity Partners. This week, Rob is joined by Christophe... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Blackmore
Runner and participant in Back on My Feet program
Back on My Feet, Marathon hopeful
Episode: How Back on My Feet Impacts Lives Through Running
Diana Cruz Solash
Volunteer for Back on My Feet
Back on My Feet
Episode: How Back on My Feet Impacts Lives Through Running
Nathan Watt
CEO of Back on My Feet
Back on My Feet
Episode: How Back on My Feet Impacts Lives Through Running
Jordan Metzl
Sports medicine physician, Hospital for Special Surgery; board member of New York Road Runners
Hospital for Special Surgery; New York Road Runners
Episode: Everything You Need to Know for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon—Ortho Edition
Carol Harsh
Director of Public Relations, Team Inspire
New York Road Runners
Episode: Everything You Need to Know for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon—Ortho Edition
Christopher Sheridan
Director of Development, Team Heart and Stroke
American Heart Association
Episode: How Runners Can Save Lives
Jenny Simpson
Olympic bronze medalist, world champion, and NYRR Hall of Fame member
New York Road Runners
Episode: How Runners Can Save Lives
Dr. Matt Friedman
Medical Director, NYRR
New York Road Runners
Episode: How Runners Can Save Lives
Jeremiah Maestre
Former fighter turned ultra runner
Orange County, California
Episode: Becs Gentry & Friends Take Us Way Beyond the Marathon Distance

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 368 ratings
  • Great listen

    Insightful listen as a New Yorker and NYRR member. The evolution sounds exciting, but please, I beg you, spotlight folks who aren’t already force fed onto us (aka certain sponsored by Abbott influencer runners)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LiftingRunner31
    United States7 months ago
  • 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 States9 months 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years 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 States2 years ago

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#67
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#71
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#204
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#46
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#99
Australia/Sports/Running
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#115
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How Back on My Feet Impacts Lives Through Running
Q: Tim, welcome to Set the Pace. How are you?
Tim shares his recovery journey, his training for the NYC Marathon, and the personal growth he's experienced through running as a central part of his life.
How Runners Can Save Lives
Q: What do you want people to think about having heard this conversation as they prepare for the marathon?
The message is to recognize that odds of reacting to a cardiac event are real, and increasing the Nation of Lifesavers—people willing to learn Hands-Only CPR and use an AED—can meaningfully raise survival rates.
Becs Gentry & Friends Take Us Way Beyond the Marathon Distance
Q: How did you manage fueling and nutrition over ultra distances, and what did you learn from prior experiences?
The guests describe testing nutrition strategies, shifting from calories to carbohydrate-per-hour targets, testing in advance with a four-day TMB loop as practice, and refining what works best in long alpine conditions.
Becs Gentry & Friends Take Us Way Beyond the Marathon Distance
Q: What drew you to the CCC/UTMB space and how did you decide to pursue these races?
Each guest explains a long, evolving path from initial curiosity about the races to committing to a structured plan, earning UTMB stones, and embracing the community and challenge as the right fit at the right time.
Viola Cheptoo on Fighting Gender-Based Violence and Her Next Big New York Run
Q: How did your journey from track to marathon unfold and what guided that transition?
After injuries and a long rebuild, I gradually moved up from 5K to half, then embraced the marathon, with coaching guidance helping me pace and adjust my goals when London and New York opportunities arose.

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7. Jenny Simpson
8. Dr. Matt Friedman

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