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The Planted Runner

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You’ve already made two of the best decisions of your life as a plant-based runner. Now it’s time to get better at both every week. I’m Coach Claire Bartholic, and I went from not running at all to finishing a marathon in 2:58 at age 42, all on a plant-based diet. I’ve coached hundreds of vegan, vegetarian, and plant-curious runners of all ages and abilities with science-backed training, plant-bas... more

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Traveling is a lot harder when you’re plant-based. No one actually likes airplane food, but the plant based options are genuinely awful.

We plant people have pretty much gotten used to planning ahead when we travel and I’d love to share how I do it... more

Marathon runners are nearly six times more likely to come down with a cold or upper respiratory infection than runners who trained just as hard but didn't race.

So why does this happen and what can you do about it? And even if you don’t get sick, w... more

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Matt Fitzgerald is too sick to run. So, naturally, he trained for an ultra marathon.

Matt Fitzgerald, runner, coach, author, and friend of the podcast, has been suffering from devastating symptoms of long COVID.

Running makes everything worse.

He... more

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Most people think the sixth sense is about seeing dead people. But it’s actually balance which is critical to health, injury prevention, and longevity.

How’s your balance? Do you actively work on it? And what does balance have to do with running a... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Fitzgerald
Runner, writer, and coach; author of Dying to Run
8020 Publishing / Dying to Run
Episode: Matt Fitzgerald is Dying to Run
Eric Anderson
Neurologist, Lin Health
Lin Health
Episode: How to Become Pain Free With Neuroscience Not Drugs
Whitney Heins
Runner and mom on a journey toward balance and high performance
The Mother Runners
Episode: How To Actually Chase Big Goals as a Mother Runner
Matt Chittim
Running coach, host of The Rambling Runner Podcast
The Rambling Runner Podcast
Episode: Are Free AI Running Coaching Plans Actually Good or Evil? Matt Chittim
Terry Whelan
PR Team member and marathon runner who competed in the Cape Town World Age Group Marathon Championship
PR Team
Episode: Cape Town is Now a Marathon Major. Learn More About the Race
Martin Dugard
Author, coach, and historian; author of The Long Run
martindugard.com
Episode: Revealing The Marathon Myths That Never Actually Happened
Adam Alter
Psychologist at New York University and New York Times best-selling author
New York University
Episode: Here's How to Get Unstuck In Your Running (Encore Run)
Kate Mihevc Edwards
Atlanta-based physical therapist and board-certified orthopedic specialist with over 15 years of experience in running medicine.
Episode: The Surprising Way to Avoid Another Running Injury: Kate Mihevc Edwards
John Davis
Coach and writer with a PhD in human performance
Episode: The New Way Marathon Excellence is Possible For Everyone

Host

Claire Bartholic
Host focused on plant-based running, science-backed training, and mental strength techniques.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 739 ratings
  • Inspiring

    I’ve eaten a fully plant based diet for 30 years and am an avid hiker living in the mountains of Wales… but quite new to running. At 51 years old I find it daunting but this podcast is inspiring me to find the courage to enjoy running.

    Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anastasia New Eden
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • Gem podcast!

    I recommend listening to Coach Claire; interesting and very useful insights, she is well experienced , easy to follow and understand. I enjoyed listening to her creating a running fitness schedule to one of her listeners (Jeremy) while live podcasting. You are in good hands Jeremy! Welcome back to running!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Urgsbue
    United Statesa month ago
  • Informative, Inspiring, and Fun!

    Always able to pick up a few pieces of info that’s relevant and I can quickly put to use. Super helpful always!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lynn1740
    United Statesa month ago
  • Master’s Runner/ Assistant Collegiate XC/Track Coach

    Coach Claire has provided a simple tool for our athletes that I have shared with some of our runners that need the reset! I have coached hs XC/track since 2004 and this is a wonderful free resource that I have shared with a number of our runners in our first one on one meetings this year. I am an avid listener of the planted runner podcast and would love for Coach Claire to take me on for Boston 2027. That will

    Be marathon number 77 and would love to break 3 hrs again as a 50 year old grand mast... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach N Hall
    United States2 months ago
  • Helpful, Different than all the others

    I found Claire by searching “best podcasts for runners” and nearly immediately discovered that this was a much different show than the rest. Her ability to include ways to improve your cognitive skills in a way that improves your running is fantastic in that she doesn’t simply explain the subject she provides the tools. I signed up for her Begin With Ten program as well specifically to work on this though the simple “readiness reset” will be enough to get started for most. Thank You, Claire.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bruce Gussin
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise concise, science-backed guidance.
Several rave about the host's clear, engaging delivery and practical workouts.
Fans value practical, plant-based nutrition and mindset tips.
Many appreciate the podcast as a reliable resource for both beginners and seasoned runners.
Appeal grows from guest variety and actionable training insight.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#69
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#98
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#158
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#43
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#131
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#147
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

PRTL: Return to Running after YEARS off
Q: What schedule would you like initially, and how many days per week will you run?
We start with three days of running and then add walks on non-running days to support recovery and habit formation, aiming to build a sustainable rhythm rather than overwhelming him with four days a week right away.
PRTL: Return to Running after YEARS off
Q: What is your easy pace supposed to be, if you're just running, so you can talk during the run?
Jeremy suggests an easy pace around 12 minutes per mile, and we'll use run-walk ratios initially rather than strict paces, to keep the effort sustainable and to build consistency.
How to Become Pain Free With Neuroscience Not Drugs
Q: What should someone do if pain worsens or doesn't improve?
He advises seeking evaluation for potential structural issues while recognizing that much pain is learned; if persistent or worsening, professional guidance and therapy can provide durable tools.
How to Become Pain Free With Neuroscience Not Drugs
Q: Is it realistic for everyone to live pain free or is it about changing our relationship with pain?
He argues that pain-free living is unlikely for everyone, but pain can be managed and quality of life improved through understanding and techniques like pain reprocessing therapy and behavioral health.
How to Become Pain Free With Neuroscience Not Drugs
Q: What is pain reprocessing therapy and how does it work?
It's a therapy that helps patients identify triggers, undergo graded exposure, and rewire the brain's response to pain, turning pain into a manageable, learned response rather than a fixed state.

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1. Matt Fitzgerald
2. Eric Anderson
3. Whitney Heins
4. Matt Chittim
5. Terry Whelan
6. Martin Dugard
7. Adam Alter
8. Kate Mihevc Edwards

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