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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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With the marathon just weeks away, Rob is joined by Ted Metellus, NYRR’s chief event production officer and race director, for a comprehensive guide to race week and race day. They reflect on the significance of the 50th anniversary of the New York C... more

New Balance 5th Avenue Mile champions Jemma Reekie and Marco Langon join a special edition of Set the Pace.

Wondering what broken nails and diamond bracelets have to do with the New Balance 5th Avenue Mile? Guest hosts Carrie Tollefson (Olympian an... more

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For this week’s Set the Pace, NYRR’s Gordon Bakoulis—Coach Gordon to many–steps in to host the show while Rob and Becs are away. Gordon sits down with Heidi Skolnik, a sports nutritionist and exercise physiologist who is also a member of the NYRR Med... more

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In this episode, Rob sits down with NYRR’s Director of Professional Athletes Dorian Kail to preview the pros taking on the TCS New York City Marathon on November 1 and explore what it takes to assemble the field. One of those athletes is Viola Chepto... more

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Heidi Skolnik
Author of Your GLP-1 Game Plan
New York Road Runners / Author
Episode: Fueling the Run: What GLP-1 Users Need to Know
Viola Cheptoo
Marathoner; founder of Tirop's Angels
Tirop's Angels
Episode: Viola Cheptoo on Fighting Gender-Based Violence and Her Next Big New York Run
Keisha Sutton-James
Percy Sutton's granddaughter; deputy Manhattan Borough President candidate
Family of Percy Sutton
Episode: The Power House that Percy Sutton Built
Dr. Basil Smikle Jr.
Scholar of Black political power in New York
Columbia University MS in Nonprofit Management; MS NOW
Episode: The Power House that Percy Sutton Built
Billy Mitchell
Mr. Apollo; theater historian and manager
Apollo Theater
Episode: The Power House that Percy Sutton Built
Kristina Lopez
Marketing at New York Road Runners; Harlem Run member
New York Road Runners; Harlem Run
Episode: The Power House that Percy Sutton Built
Katherine Yerolemu
Run for the Future graduate; student runner
New York Road Runners Run for the Future
Episode: The Power House that Percy Sutton Built
Matthew Forys
Vice President of strategy, planning, and analytics at NYRR
New York Road Runners
Episode: Updates to NYRR Membership and 9+1: Members’ Questions Answered
Leah Anderson
Pro runner and coach at Atalanta NYC
Atalanta NYC
Episode: Mary Cain’s Atalanta NYC Empowers Young Runners to Thrive

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 States6 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 States7 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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#40
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#88
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
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#111
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#98
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#143
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#148
Australia/Sports/Running

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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.
Viola Cheptoo on Fighting Gender-Based Violence and Her Next Big New York Run
Q: Tell us about the Tokyo experience and how it influenced your momentum
Tokyo felt like a breakthrough where everything aligned—training, energy, and course conditions—allowing me to set a personal best and build confidence for longer distances.
Updates to NYRR Membership and 9+1: Members’ Questions Answered
Q: Is the 9+1 drawing annual, or do you need to apply every year?
The drawing is annual; every year NYRR will conduct a new 9+1 eligibility drawing and select participants anew.
Updates to NYRR Membership and 9+1: Members’ Questions Answered
Q: Will Passholders still need to complete nine races and the volunteer requirement?
Yes. Passholders must still complete the required races and at least one volunteer opportunity to be eligible, similar to the current rules.
Updates to NYRR Membership and 9+1: Members’ Questions Answered
Q: What happens if you're not selected in the drawing? Can you still participate in 9+1 for guaranteed entry?
Not selected runs mean you cannot do 9+1 or guaranteed entry for the 2028 marathon, but you can still run nine races and volunteer at one, just not guaranteed entry for 2028.

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