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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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For this week’s episode of Set the Pace, Rob is joined by NYRR VP of Strategy, Planning & Analytics Matthew Forys to answer members’ questions LIVE about the updates to the 9+1 program and membership. For decades, New York Road Runners has connected ... more

Building on last week’s conversation with Mary Cain, Set the Pace explores how she transformed her experiences into a movement to create a healthier future for girls and women in sport by founding Atalanta NYC, a nonprofit that employs professional r... more

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When The New York Times featured Mary Cain’s Opinion piece, "I Was the Fastest Girl in America, Until I Joined Nike," in 2019, the running world, including elite athletes, was shocked. Behind her record-breaking success was a story of pressure, abuse... more

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This week, Rob and Becs lead a roundtable discussion on how heat and humidity can become a runner’s secret weapon. Whether you're training for a fall marathon or just trying to stay fit in the summer, running in the heat can help make you a stronger ... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Cain
Elite runner, author of This Is Not About Running
Atalanta NYC (founder/advocate)
Episode: The Fastest Girl in America: Inside Mary Cain’s “This Is Not About Running” (Part 1)
Dr. Eamon Duffy
Sports cardiologist
Columbia University Medical Center / NewYork-Presbyterian
Episode: How to Make Summer a Runner's Secret Weapon
Dr. Eric Roy
Water scientist and founder of Hydroviv
Hydroviv (acquired by Culligan)
Episode: How to Make Summer a Runner's Secret Weapon
Gordon Bakoulis
New York Road Runners editorial director and historian, former competitive distance runner
New York Road Runners
Episode: NYC Running Legend Gordon Bakoulis on a Lifetime in Women's Running
Agnes Ngetich
Course record holder, world record holder in some events
Track and field athlete
Episode: Rerun the Mastercard New York Mini 10k
Shira Stein
Breast cancer survivor who returned to racing, first half marathon
Runner, breast cancer survivor
Episode: Rerun the Mastercard New York Mini 10k
Danielle Todman
Air Force veteran, coach at Kean University
Kean University
Episode: Rerun the Mastercard New York Mini 10k
Kathleen London
Physician, brain tumor survivor, multi-faceted endurance athlete
Independent clinician & runner
Episode: Rerun the Mastercard New York Mini 10k
Selena Samuela
Peloton instructor and mother of three, advocate for motherhood and mental health through running
Peloton
Episode: Peloton’s Selena Samuela on Motherhood, Mental Health, and Finding Her Way Back to Running

Hosts

Rob Simmelkjaer
CEO of New York Road Runners; host of the show; frequent collaborator with NYRR and Peloton
Becs Gentry
Peloton Instructor and co-host; engages with runners and Peloton community

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 367 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 States4 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 States6 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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Guests range from elite athletes to leaders in running, which keeps content varied and credible.
Listeners appreciate the authentic racing-community focus and practical coaching tips.
Sponsorships or featured guests occasionally draw mixed feedback about overexposure to certain brands.

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#57
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#139
Canada/Sports/Running
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#209
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#55
Italy/Sports/Running
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#196
France/Sports/Running
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#242
Australia/Sports/Running

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Fastest Girl in America: Inside Mary Cain’s “This Is Not About Running” (Part 1)
Q: How did you respond to the viral NYT video, and what did you learn about corporate involvement after that piece?
The piece amplified attention but also revealed the difference between public sympathy and real, sustained commitment from power players; she learned to seek genuine partnerships and reject performative gestures.
The Fastest Girl in America: Inside Mary Cain’s “This Is Not About Running” (Part 1)
Q: What happened in the bathroom moment with Alberto Salazar and how did that affect you over time?
She details a pattern of toxic, body-focused feedback that escalated from cautious remarks to explicit comments about weight, shaping her self-image and fueling long-term harm.
The Fastest Girl in America: Inside Mary Cain’s “This Is Not About Running” (Part 1)
Q: What did Nike sign you for when you were 17 and what did your parents understand about what you were stepping into?
Cain explains she signed for financial support and opportunity, but she and her family lacked legal backing and full understanding of contractual implications, which contributed to later misgivings about the arrangement.
Relive the RBC Brooklyn Half Race-Day Vibes
Q: What does your self-talk look like during tough race moments?
Kristen explained she uses third-person self-talk to distance from pain and stay motivated, such as telling herself, 'Kristen, you can do this,' and relying on the support of the crowd and fellow runners.
Relive the RBC Brooklyn Half Race-Day Vibes
Q: What was your first Peloton class like, and how did the community respond?
Camila described being terrified as the first Spanish-language class on the bike after COVID, but the community welcomed her with support and warmth, making it a beautiful journey.

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1. Mary Cain
2. Dr. Eamon Duffy
3. Dr. Eric Roy
4. Gordon Bakoulis
5. Agnes Ngetich
6. Shira Stein
7. Danielle Todman
8. Kathleen London

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