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The Running Explained Podcast

Elisabeth Scott
Nutrition
Running
Mental Health
Post-Race Recovery
Chronic Illness
Endurance Training
Relative Energy Deficiency In Sport
Half Marathon
Performance Anxiety
Coaching
Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
POTS
Low Run Volume Training
Training Frameworks
Migraine
Strength Training
Marathon Training
Metabolism
Gut Health
Running Injuries

The Running Explained Podcast is your go-to resource for actionable insights, expert tips, and motivating advice to help you become the best runner you can be. Hosted by multi-certified run coach & experienced runner Coach Elisabeth, this podcast takes a science-backed approach to running, offering practical strategies for runners at all stages of their journey. Whether you're struggling with inju... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Coach Elisabeth chats with Jason Fitzgerald, the founder of Strength Running, about how much running volume, i.e. how much you in a week, matters for your goals. They tackle the big questions: Can you really race your best on fewer r... more

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Caila Yates, RD, a registered dietitian with deep expertise in sports nutrition and eating disorders. Together, we dive into one of the most crucial strategies for marathon runners—carb loading—and why it's so import... more

In today’s episode, we’re tackling an exciting and empowering topic that every runner can relate to—how to keep chasing your running goals, no matter how the years go by! The fear of running out of time to achieve your biggest dreams is something mos... more

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the inspiring and emotional journey of Kate Mihevc Edwards, a runner who turned her love for the sport into a career as a physical therapist specializing in running medicine. But her story isn’t just about the mi... more

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Recent Guests

Caila Yates
A registered dietitian who combines clinical background in eating disorders with training in sports nutrition, based in Boulder.
Episode: s5/e06 Carb Loading for the Boston Marathon with Caila Yates, RD
Sara Manderscheid
Run coach and master's runner based in Boulder, Colorado
Elevate Your Running
Episode: s5/e05 Running Against Time: Overcoming the Anxiety of Aging and Unmet Goals with Sara Manderscheid
Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards
Physical therapist and running medicine expert
Founder of RunSource
Episode: s5e/04 When You Can’t Run Anymore: A Story of Grief, Growth, & Resilience with Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards PT, DPT, OCS
Ashley Mateo
Running journalist and running coach from Colorado, contributing author to various notable publications.
Episode: s5/e03 Run Your Best in 2025: The Top Trends You Can’t Ignore with Ashley Mateo
Karin Nordin
A PhD expert in mindset and behavior change, with a focus on health communication.
Body Brain Alliance
Episode: s5/e01 The Science of Habit Formation: Building Habits & Behaviors That Support Your Running Goals! with Karin Nordin, PhD
Emily Perrin
Mindfulness and performance coach, licensed master of social work, and former Division I athlete.
Perrin Wellness and Performance
Episode: s4/e31 Where Does My Performance Anxiety Come From? (& How Can I Make It Go Away??) with Emily Perrin, LCSW
Matt Chittim
Runner, coach, and host of The Rambling Runner podcast
The Rambling Runner Podcast
Episode: s4/e30 How Much Faster Can I REALLY Get as an Adult Runner? with Matt Chittim
Dr. Alyssa Olenick
Exercise physiologist and ultra endurance athlete.
Docless Fitness
Episode: *s4/e18 Your Hybrid Training Crash Course with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD (@doclyssfitness)
Dr. Lisa Mitro
Physical therapist and run coach with expertise in running gait analysis.
Rehab for Runners
Episode: s4/e20 The "Zone 2" Journey with Dr. Lisa Mitro, DPT (@dr.lisa.dpt)

Host

Elisabeth
Host of The Running Explained Podcast, she is an expert in running coaching and education, offering insights aimed at improving athletic performance and understanding of running.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Pretty good

    I found this recently and it’s an enjoyable listen. More Q&A would be great.

    My biggest issues are:

    Sound issues…main pod is to low volume and then ads blast your speakers.

    Coach promotion. You might not notice if you don’t binge a few at a time but if you do listen to several in a row it’s just an ad for the coaching industrial complex. I know this bubble hasn’t popped yet but it does get annoying after a while.

    Weight loss discussions. Every episode that discusses this devolves into a co... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clyde5dalerunner
    United Statesa month ago
  • Beginner runner

    Very informative for a beginner runner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cool beans1010
    Canada5 months ago
  • Excellent presentation, well researched. Thank you!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Siggi
    6 months ago
  • Probably my favorite running podcast. Coach Elizabeth takes the time to ask good questions and do proper research

    Podcast Addict
    5
    krowe42
    7 months ago
  • Good content but the delivery is just like being read to for an hour and it quickly gets boring for me. Interview, conversation style podcasts are more my style I guess.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    lilitalia
    8 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the informative and motivational content that covers a wide array of running topics.
Many find the mix of expert guests and educational segments beneficial for both novice and experienced runners.
Some feedback suggests a need for enhanced audio quality for a more enjoyable listening experience.
The host is praised for her expertise, even if the delivery at times could be clearer or more concise.
Overall, the podcast is seen as a valuable resource for runners looking to improve their performance and understanding of running.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#5
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#214
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#10
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#11
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#30
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

s5/e06 Carb Loading for the Boston Marathon with Caila Yates, RD
Q: Caila, how did you become a runner?
Caila shared that she initially hated running but joined the track team in high school due to FOMO and eventually fell in love with long-distance running.
s5/e02 The Runners Who Became Coaches: Our Stories! with The Running Explained Coaching Team
Q: What are some common misconceptions about coaching?
Coaches agree that many athletes believe they must achieve a high performance level to benefit from coaching, which isn't true.
s5/e02 The Runners Who Became Coaches: Our Stories! with The Running Explained Coaching Team
Q: Why did you decide to become a coach?
Coaches share that they were inspired by their love for running and the desire to help others experience that joy.
s5/e01 The Science of Habit Formation: Building Habits & Behaviors That Support Your Running Goals! with Karin Nordin, PhD
Q: How do I know if something needs to change in the first place?
Frustration is a sign that there is a gap between what is happening and what you want, indicating a potential need for change.
s5/e01 The Science of Habit Formation: Building Habits & Behaviors That Support Your Running Goals! with Karin Nordin, PhD
Q: Why is changing our behavior so hard to do, even if it's something that we want to do?
Changing our behavior is hard because our brain and body recognize current behavior patterns as safe, making it challenging to adopt new ones that may feel risky or require more cognitive effort.

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1. The Strength Running Podcast
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Recent guests on The Running Explained Podcast include:

1. Caila Yates
2. Sara Manderscheid
3. Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards
4. Ashley Mateo
5. Karin Nordin
6. Emily Perrin
7. Matt Chittim
8. Dr. Alyssa Olenick

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