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The Rambling Runner Podcast

Matt Chittim
Running
ASICS
Marathon Training
Trail Running
Boston Marathon
Marathon
Marathon Running
Strength Training
Olympic Trials
Mental Health
Running Community
California International Marathon
Endurance Sports
New York City Marathon
Running Workouts
Injuries
Running Coaching
Cross-Training
Injury Prevention
Nutrition

A podcast about dedicated and motivated amateur runners who are working hard to get better and achieving inspirational results.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes749Founded9 years ago
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Recent Guests

Brodie Sharpe
Physiotherapist; runs The Run Smarter Podcast and YouTube channel
The Run Smarter Podcast
Episode: #746 - Building Strength for Running Performance with Brodie Sharpe
April Berg
Founder of The Aruna Project
The Aruna Project
Episode: #745 - Empowerment and Freedom: The Story of The Aruna Project
Justin Hetherington
Ultramarathon runner and endurance athlete
Episode: #744 - Justin Hetherington: From No Running to Ultramarathon Success
Claire Bartholic
Founder/Coach at The Planted Runner
The Planted Runner
Episode: #743 - Claire Bartholic: How a Goal Oriented Athlete Can Put Running in the "Friend Zone"
Kathryn Zioto
Physician and psychiatrist with sports psychiatry training; endurance runner
Medical professional and competitive runner
Episode: #742 - Dr. Kathryn Zioto: Double Boston, Grit, and Finding Joy in the Process
Hildee Weiss
Author of Embracing My Inner Athlete; amateur runner and mom
Library Tales Publishing
Episode: #741 - Hildee Weiss - Embracing My Inner Athlete: A Mom's Journey from Couch Potato to Runner at 46
Kelsey Boyer
Competitive snowboarder and brain injury survivor
Save a Brain / The Rambling Runner Podcast guest
Episode: #740 - Kelsey Boyer: Competitive Snowboarder to Endurance - Overcoming Serious Brain Injury and Running a Marathon
Amy Crain
Elite amateur runner and Boston Marathon competitor
Self / Amy Crain Coaching
Episode: #739 - Amy Crain: 3rd Overall and Top American in the 45-49 Age Group at the Boston Marathon
Laura Pfeiffer
Master's Marathoner, founder of Trash Couture, clothing upcycling entrepreneur
Trash Couture / Sewing content creator
Episode: #738 - Laura Pifer: 3rd Masters Woman at the Boston Marathon Behind Sara Hall and Des Linden

Host

Matt Chittim
Host of The Rambling Runner Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 668 ratings
  • Gum chewing?

    I’ve enjoyed this podcast for years! There have been a number of episodes that it sounds like you’re chewing gum while the guest is talking. I can hear breathing and presumably gum-chewing. It is hard to listen to. It would be good to be on mute or maybe ditch the gum.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RunnerRD
    United States5 months ago
  • Great show

    Great recent show

    Ready to go home and do my 20 minutes

    And BTW MUSCLE ATROPHY IS THE TERM YOU WERE LOOKING FOR

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    no nickname avaialbe
    United States2 years ago
  • Congrats Lindsey from the 3rd place woman!

    I’m a long time listener of the podcast but especially loved the most recent episode with Lindsey Bradley. I was the 3rd overall woman at Indy and it was fun to hear about the front of the race. And it’s always great to hear about other women who are trying to train hard while having full-time jobs and lives outside running. Thanks for a great episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M.Bowman
    United States2 years ago
  • A great podcast with relatable guests

    I absolutely love Matt’s interview style. Great questions that lead to natural conversation. His episodes cover a wide variety of runners, including every day people we can all relate to. A must listen every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    quigsmsu354
    United States2 years ago
  • Solid advice in an entertaining format

    Definitely my new favorite running podcast, very relatable with practical advice for runners of all kinds. Great guests and Matt brings out the best in each of them

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RNR26
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host's energy and interview style are engaging and informative for runners.
Show is known for practical, actionable running advice and inspiring personal stories.
Guests are diverse, with a strong emphasis on amateur and masters athletes.
Listeners praise thoughtful questions and relatable guest selection.
Some reviews note a rambling style or pacing issues in solo segments.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#34
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#73
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#142
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#123
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#245
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#245
Italy/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#742 - Dr. Kathryn Zioto: Double Boston, Grit, and Finding Joy in the Process
Q: What role did family and charity play in sustaining you through the race?
Her husband joined as a support runner and they raised over $20,000 for the Stepping Stone Foundation; the fundraising and presence of family gave her motivation and a reason to press on, especially through tough miles.
#742 - Dr. Kathryn Zioto: Double Boston, Grit, and Finding Joy in the Process
Q: What were the group dynamics like in the first half, and how did you manage pacing and nutrition?
Two sub-groups formed with a flexible early pace; they stopped at aid stations, carried personal nutrition, and regrouped at Mount to Coast aid points. The group shifted frequently, and the overall pace stayed conversational and relaxed rather than strictly racing.
#742 - Dr. Kathryn Zioto: Double Boston, Grit, and Finding Joy in the Process
Q: How did you first hear about the Mount to Coast double Boston and what motivated you to say yes?
She had been watching Boston-to-Boston posts and realized it would be a meaningful new challenge that fit her Boston roots. The decision was made after seeing an outreach call from TARC and feeling sold on the concept before Patrick even finished selling it to her.
#737 - Esteban Trujillo: From Oregon Walk-On, to Quitting Running and Moving to Alaska, to an OTQ and Second Masters Runner at Boston
Q: What were your goals entering Boston, and how did they shape your race strategy?
I set three goals: A to break 214, B to be top Master or top three, and C to beat my previous Boston time. I aimed to be aggressive early, see how the first half felt, and then decide if I could hold it or needed to strategize in the second half. The plan was to be patient with the back half and push hard when the body allowed, which helped me contend for Masters and stay in the race.
#736 - Damian Hall: The Secrets to Becoming an Ageless Athlete
Q: What was the process behind handing the menopause chapter to Renee McGregor, and how did you approach book construction?
I wanted to avoid mansplaining and collaborated with an expert who could credibly address menopause with science-backed guidance, ensuring a balanced treatment of topics alongside the strength and endurance content; this collaboration extended to other expert-led chapters and workouts in the book.

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1. Brodie Sharpe
2. April Berg
3. Justin Hetherington
4. Claire Bartholic
5. Kathryn Zioto
6. Hildee Weiss
7. Kelsey Boyer
8. Amy Crain

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