The Running Public

Kirk Dewindt & Brakken Kraker

Running

Training

Pacing

50-Mile World Record

Motivation

Athletic Performance

Fitness

B Workouts

Endurance Training

Ultra Running

Injury Recovery

Heart Rate Training

Exercise

Running Training

Winter Training

Athletes

Pain Management

Winter Weather Running

Affordable Fitness

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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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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	568	Founded	6 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Health & FitnessRunningFitnessSports

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Latest Episodes

Training Tuesday: How to Build a Running Program for HYROX

Sound familiar? The RMR podcast did this exact topic this week. Rich didn’t listen to this, we didn’t listen to his, and we did not discuss our talking points with each other prior to recording! Mostly because Rich didn’t know we were doing this. Che... more

Yesterday • 41 min

Training Tuesday: Running Influencers - Good or Bad for Us?

They aren’t going anywhere any time soon, so is the running community better or worse for their presence??

29 Oct 2025 • 55 min

Episode 562: Our Favorite “Plug & Play” Workouts

Anytime, anywhere! These workouts are simply great for building overall fitness.

25 Oct 2025 • 1 hr 14 min

Training Tuesday: Float Workouts

Kirk loves float style intervals. Brakken loves to hate them. What exactly makes these workouts worth doing?

23 Oct 2025 • 33 min

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Recent Guests

James Herrera

Vice President of Physical Health and Wellness for Wounded Warrior Project

Wounded Warrior Project

Episode: Episode 557: James Herrera

Patrick Bottenfield

Chiropractor focusing on sports rehabilitation, with an emphasis on active recovery techniques

Bottenfield Chiropractic Strength and Wellness

Episode: Episode 544: Dr Patrick Bottenfield

Overuse Injuries

Episode: Episode 544: Dr Patrick Bottenfield

Jess DeWint

Children's author and co-host of The Running Public

Episode: Episode 542: Who is More Likely?

Kyle Cokinos

Endurance athlete and record holder for the longest day of golf

Episode: Episode 535: Kyle Cokinos - The Longest Day of Golf

Chris Johnson

Middle school math teacher and endurance athlete

Episode: Episode 531: Chris Johnson

Rich Ryan

A competitive High Rocks athlete and previous OCR competitor.

Episode: Episode 521: Rich Ryan

Darla O’Connor

An endurance athlete and coach recovering from multiple knee surgeries

Episode: Episode 519: Darla O’Connor Pt 2

Scott Frey

Founder of Cerebral Performance and cognitive neuroscientist

Cerebral Performance

Episode: Episode 513: Scott Frey - Cerebral Performance

Hosts

Bracken Crocker

Co-host and endurance athlete with a focus on practical training insights and audience engagement.

Kirk DeWint

Co-host and experienced fitness coach, emphasizing audience interaction and robust running discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings

My favorite source!
I love this podcast and get so much useful training advice here. I love the fact that they are rooted in track experience and can discuss a high level of performance in a manner that is relatable to the average runner.
Apple Podcasts
5
NashvilleRNR
United States3 months ago
5 Stars
From the start, these guys have both entertained and informed, every episode. Two of the best in the business.
Apple Podcasts
5
ScottyJ75056
United States3 months ago
So. Much. Fun!
Information is amazing, these guys are experts within the running field and provide resources for ALL types of runners (whether you are training or wanting to just maintain health)! Highly recommend subscribing!!
Apple Podcasts
5
BauhsHouse
United States6 months ago
So underrated
A real breath of fresh air out there for runners who want a dose of training theory, straddling the line of being educational and informative without ever being dull or patronising or overly salesy. I’d go as far as saying it occupies the same hallowed ground as Steve Magnus’ podcast.
Apple Podcasts
5
Pepsicocacolaman
United Kingdom9 months ago
5 years 5 stars
Really love listening to these guys while running or just thinking about running
Apple Podcasts
5
Victoryjunky
United States10 months ago

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There's a strong sense of community among listeners who feel connected through shared experiences and challenges in their running journeys.

The combination of humor and expertise resonates well, making episodes both entertaining and educational for a wide range of running enthusiasts.

Many find the dialogue relatable and accessible, especially for amateur runners looking to improve their performance.

Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge shared, often remarking on the valuable insights into training methodologies and performance strategies.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts	#45	United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#87	Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#106	United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#96	Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#138	Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#185	France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

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Episode 559: Q&A

Q: How should one treat tapering their strength sessions, particularly lower body leading into a race?

Reduce volume while keeping frequency, ideally cutting everything out by Wednesday before a Saturday race.

Training Tuesday: The Stages of Running Grief

Q: How am I supposed to feel in various phases of training?

You should feel different types of fatigue and motivation depending on the phase of training you're in, from relief in the off-season to anticipation in the base phase, and various emotional states during peak and overreaching.

Training Tuesday: Q&A Episode

Q: How do you keep kids engaged and motivated in running programs?

Prioritize keeping kids happy and healthy by making practices enjoyable, encouraging all athlete levels, and incorporating positive reinforcement like rewards.

Training Tuesday: Q&A Episode

Q: What can I do to improve my running pace and performance?

It's important to listen to your body and identify your strengths and weaknesses. A dedicated strength or speed block can be beneficial before returning to marathon training, as fatigue may have impacted your recent performance.

Episode 545: Q&A

Q: What should I do about runs where my pace doesn't fit into the designated groups?

You can adjust your expectations based on the group's purpose and communicate your pace needs to see if others want to join you.

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A dynamic space for endurance athletes and running enthusiasts, notable for its practical discussions surrounding running strategies, training methodology, and performance improvement. Episodes often feature in-depth analyses of specific aspects of endurance training such as hill workouts, proper nutrition, and recovery techniques, tailored for athletes at all levels. The hosts bring a wealth of expertise to the table, frequently touching on trending topics and sharing personal anecdotes that resonate with listeners, making the content both educational and enjoyable.

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1. RMR Training Podcast
2. Rox Lyfe - The HYROX Podcast
3. The Strength Running Podcast
4. Run4PRs
5. The Rambling Runner Podcast

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The Running Public launched 6 years ago and published 568 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Running Public include:

1. James Herrera
2. Patrick Bottenfield
3. Overuse Injuries
4. Jess DeWint
5. Kyle Cokinos
6. Chris Johnson
7. Rich Ryan
8. Darla O’Connor

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