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The Extramilest Podcast

Floris Gierman
Running
Nutrition
Low Heart Rate Training
Strength Training
Mindset
Hydration
Sleep
Endurance Training
Running Community
Trail Running
Heart Rate Training
Nutrition For Runners
Consistency In Training
Marathon Running
Athletic Performance
MAF Method
Running Performance
Temperature Regulation
Running Techniques
Boston Marathon

The Extramilest Podcast helps athletes reach their full potential in training, racing and life. Interviews with world class athletes, coaches and rukus makers about health, wellness and performance. Hosted by endurance athlete Floris Gierman.

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Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow | Getting faster doesn't mean pushing harder on every run. In this episode, running coach Mario Fraioli shares how... more

Get 10% off your Cooling Sleep System with code FLO at somnuslab.com Can better sleep make you a faster runner? Chu Zhu is a sleep expert who's worked with Tour de France winners, Olympic athletes, and elite endurance performers. He's also a ... more

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Mandy Wainfan is a sports medicine chiropractor who specializes in running injuries. In this episode Mandy share... more

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Charlie Rocket went from barely being able to run for two minutes and weighing 300 pounds with a br... more

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Recent Guests

Chu Zhu
Founder of Somnus Lab; sleep researcher/expert for athletes
Somnus Lab
Episode: #136: How Sleeping Better Can Make You a Faster Runner
Charlie Rocket
Motivational endurance athlete and public figure known for transforming his life
Independent athlete/author
Episode: #134: How a 300-Pound Man Became a Marathoner and Nike Sponsored Athlete
Rachel Entrekin
Elite American ultramarathoner and physical therapist
Independent/Runner, sponsor relationships discussed
Episode: #132: Rachel Entrekin's Advice to Race Faster, For Non-Elites
Ian Sharman
Ultrarunner, coach, author of The Art of Ultrarunning
Sharman Ultra / coaching team
Episode: #131: From 3:40 to a 2:21 marathon at age 43. Ian Sharman's lessons from 250 marathons and ultras.
Molly Seidel
Elite runner, Olympic medalist, trail/ultra racer
Episode: #130: Molly Seidel's Advice to Improve Your Running
Katja Liebing
Recreational runner and subject of the episode
Personal Best Running Coaching Program
Episode: #129: From Complete Beginner at age 42 to Sub-2 Hour Half Marathon at age 48
Judith Brewer
Neuroscientist, psychiatrist and author
Brown University
Episode: #128: How to Overcome Race Nerves and Anxiety with Jude Brewer
Jakob Ingebrigtsen
Olympic champion, world-class middle-distance runner
Olympic athlete
Episode: #127: Jakob Ingebrigtsen's Advice to Run Faster, For Non-Elites
Albert Shank
Athlete and coach with over 30 years of experience in heart-rate based training
Coach in MEF/Personal Best Program
Episode: #126: Coach's Advice to Run & Recover Faster For Recreational Runners

Host

Floris Gierman
Host of endurance-focused shows focused on training, mindset, and performance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Great podcast

    I’m a 50(ish) year old runner that loves hearing from both pros and recreational runners about how they train and what is important to them. This podcast does that. It has a great variety of guests on all sorts of topics. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carlos Twin
    United States3 months ago
  • Outstanding coach and podcast

    All runners should hear these stories and heed the advice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ben.jamin59
    Spaina year ago
  • Running my first marathon and so much in for and inspiration to keep me motivated

    Audible
    5
    Phoebe
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this

    Running my first marathon and so much in for and inspiration to keep me motivated

    Audible
    5
    Phoebe
    United States2 years ago
  • If Andy Can Do It So Can Others

    Episode #89 was very Powerful, Motivational, Inspirational and so much more to me. Your journey Andy, is mine now. Your words touched me so deeply I teared in positive emotional way. I will be running NYC in a few days, and I believe Zone2 and positive mindset will take me across the finish line. Thank you sir for sharing your running journey. Your life journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happy Harru
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests consistently bring diverse perspectives—from elite athletes to researchers—keeping episodes fresh.
Community-focused vibe and actionable takeaways make it easy to apply lessons to training.
The host delivers a calm, insightful interview style that makes complex training concepts accessible.
Listeners appreciate a balance of inspiration and practical coaching tips.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#23
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#23
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#77
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#32
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#44
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#85
Italy/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#136: How Sleeping Better Can Make You a Faster Runner
Q: What are the top three levers an athlete can use to genuinely improve sleep quality?
Regular wake/sleep times, light exposure aligned with circadian rhythm, and thermal regulation to support the body's temperature drop before sleep.
#136: How Sleeping Better Can Make You a Faster Runner
Q: What makes sleep the most underrated performance tool in an athlete's arsenal?
Sleep touches brain function, recovery, metabolism, hormones, emotional regulation, memory, immune function, and more, making it a foundational element alongside training and nutrition.
#132: Rachel Entrekin's Advice to Race Faster, For Non-Elites
Q: What advice would you give to recreational runners transitioning to trails?
Her core message is that trail running should feel hard, and embracing that, while planning recovery and nutrition, leads to growth and enjoyment.
#132: Rachel Entrekin's Advice to Race Faster, For Non-Elites
Q: How has your attitude on course evolved over the years?
She explains shifting from winning-centric to process- and attitude-focused, using experiences from Santa Monica 100 and Cocodona to emphasize finishing strong and joy in competition.
#132: Rachel Entrekin's Advice to Race Faster, For Non-Elites
Q: Tell me about your first marathon experience.
She describes the Mercedes Marathon in 2010, nervous but successful, meeting a pro runner who encouraged her to try trail running, and how that pivot shaped her career.

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This show centers on endurance, training philosophy, mindset, and practical performance tactics for runners and other healthy-litness enthusiasts. Across episodes, guests range from world-class athletes to coaches and scientists, with recurring themes around sustainable training (especially low-intensity and aerobic-based approaches), race-day psychology, fueling strategies, injury prevention, and personal transformation stories. The conversations often blend inspirational storytelling with actionable tips, making it valuable for listeners seeking long-term athletic growth, resilience, and a balanced approach to training and life. A notable strength is the ability to translate elite-level mindset and coaching concepts into accessible guidan... more

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1. Chu Zhu
2. Charlie Rocket
3. Rachel Entrekin
4. Ian Sharman
5. Molly Seidel
6. Katja Liebing
7. Judith Brewer
8. Jakob Ingebrigtsen

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