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Two endurance athletes and coaches sit down to talk all things running! We bring you high level running knowledge and present it at a practical level.

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Latest Episodes

Long runs on the treadmill, zero drop shoes, 3 workouts per week to prep for an Ultra, cross training, and stagnation in training.

The search for the best way to carry 2+ liters of hydration has been a maddening one. Some people can wear anything and not notice. Unfortunately, those people are not us…

After struggling with severe long COVID and losing years of running, Matt Fitzgerald signed up for the Javelina Jundred (100k) despite not being able to currently train.

Upon crossing the finish line of her first Ironman, Alex’s first thought was, "If I didn't have it together with my nutrition, I'd never have made it through the day." It was right then she felt her calling to help other endurance athletes reach thei... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Fitzgerald
Endurance coach, author and entrepreneur
8020 Endurance
Episode: Episode 652: Dying to Run
Alex Larson
Sports dietitian and endurance athlete who works with runners, cyclists, and triathletes
Alex Larson Nutrition
Episode: Episode 651: Race Nutrition with Alex Larson
Alyssa McElheny
Elite Hyrox athlete, former marathoner
Hyrox competitor / Adidas ambassador
Episode: Episode 649: Alyssa McElheny
Adam Massimo
Co-founder, Trackbeast
Trackbeast
Episode: Episode 647: Trackbeast
Croix Sather
Endurance athlete, speaker, and author
Self (Croix Sather)
Episode: Episode 637: Croix Sather
Tim Gribble
Firefighter, former Air Force, endurance athlete
Fire department (Columbus, Ohio)
Episode: Episode 633: Maj. Tim Gribble
Dr. Sariya Saabye
Physical therapist, speaker, barefoot/minimalist running advocate
Self-RunClinic / Harvard-affiliated clinics (as discussed)
Episode: Episode 630: Dr Sariya Saaybe
Brooke Vigorito
Endurance athlete and co-founder of Toughest Alive; focuses on family fitness and ultra-running
Toughest Alive
Episode: Episode 629: Brooke & Andrew Vigorito
Andrew Vigorito
Endurance athlete and co-founder of Toughest Alive; background in strength and running
Toughest Alive
Episode: Episode 629: Brooke & Andrew Vigorito

Hosts

Bracken Crocker
Host of The Running Public; long-time endurance athlete and coach.
Kirk DeWint
Co-host of The Running Public; endurance athlete and coach.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • The Best Running Podcast

    This is by far my favorite running podcast. Kirk and Brakken are extremely knowledgeable but also practical and most importantly, likable guys too. High recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gleek123
    United States8 days ago
  • Knowledgeable and Entertaining!

    I listen to this podcast on runs all the time. The guys have a lot of good pointers and training tips for your running and they have a lot of positivity. It’s like listening to a couple of best friends having a pleasant chat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Widlar21
    United States21 days ago
  • Fun and informative podcast!

    Been listening for guys for 5 years now and they are still delivering nuggets of useful information. They also have great guests on the podcast for time to time. Excellent podcast for your long runs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJQ92
    Singaporea month ago
  • Thank you!

    I have listened to every episode. You guys got me through some long Alaska winters! I actually shaved 7 minutes off my half marathon time one year. I give you two all the credit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cotton_Candies_13
    United States2 months ago
  • Great companions

    I have listened to these guys since 2021 and they have accompanied me for many runs including some of my runs I was doing to train for college XC on my own. Thank you guys for all you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justmagill
    United States2 months ago

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The show is repeatedly recommended for its balance of theory and real-world training tips.
Fans applaud the consistency and depth of guest expertise across episodes.
Listeners appreciate the absence of heavy advertising and the genuine coaching focus.
Listeners praise the hosts' combination of practical coaching and engaging banter.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#34
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#49
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#86
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#92
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#207
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#6
Saudi Arabia/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 654: Q&A
Q: Is 20 miles on the treadmill really the same as 20 miles outside, and would the better route be to train in the elements because it's more bang for your buck?
They say treadmill running can build fitness and is useful for controlled workouts or unsafe weather, but it does not reproduce outdoor impact and stride demands. They recommend doing outdoor long runs when possible, while treating an occasional treadmill long run as reasonable.
Episode 654: Q&A
Q: How long should a training block last before you switch it up to prevent a plateau, and how significant do the changes need to be if your goal stays relatively consistent?
The hosts recommend continuing a plan while progress continues, rather than changing it on a fixed schedule. If progress stalls, they suggest first adjusting duration, intensity or frequency, one variable at a time, and checking whether a race or time trial reveals fitness gains that workouts do not.
Episode 651: Race Nutrition with Alex Larson
Q: Talk to me about that.
Larson explains that carbohydrate loading before races over 90 minutes can increase glycogen stores. She recommends planning high-carbohydrate, relatively low-fat and low-fiber meals across one or two days, and practicing the approach before race week.
Episode 651: Race Nutrition with Alex Larson
Q: What does that process look like since so many people are going through that post-long run, just like on the couch, not useful to your world?
Larson reviews carbohydrate intake before and during long workouts, recommends gradually increasing hourly intake when appropriate, and emphasizes regular meals and snacks throughout the day to support recovery.
Episode 652: Dying to Run
Q: The 100-mile? What's your best advice for the Javelina course and race day forum? Got any?
Fitzgerald recommends planning strategic power hiking before runners need to walk. The right run-walk balance depends on fitness, so he suggests experimenting with different ratios and paces rather than assuming every runnable section should be run.

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Two endurance coaches bring high-level running knowledge to practical, actionable coaching discussions. Across recent episodes the show covers periodization for runners, balancing ultra endurance with speed work, race-day strategies, nutrition, footwear choices, and injury recovery, often weaving in listener questions and real-world coaching experience. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on durable training, evidence-informed movement, and family-friendly, inclusive approaches to endurance events. The format blends technical coaching with personal anecdotes and guest experiences from the broader running and OCR communities, making it useful for both athletes and teams seeking proven training philosophy and tactical takeaways.

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1. Matt Fitzgerald
2. Alex Larson
3. Alyssa McElheny
4. Adam Massimo
5. Croix Sather
6. Tim Gribble
7. Dr. Sariya Saabye
8. Brooke Vigorito

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