The Strength Running Podcast

Jason Fitzgerald

Strength Training

Running

Injury Prevention

Nutrition

Marathon Training

Endurance Training

Endurance Running

Hydration

Recovery Strategies

Recovery

Boston Marathon

Running Form

Electrolytes

Athletic Performance

Running Economy

Running Shoes

Heat Training

Sleep

Tendon Health

Cross-Training

The Strength Running Podcast treats you like a pro runner: we surround your with coaches, physical therapists, strength experts, elite runners, sports psychologists, and other thought leaders. We only have one goal: to help you run faster. Guests include world-class academics, clinicians, runners, coaches, and subject matter experts like David Roche, Victoria Sekely, Sally McRae, Zach Bitter, and ... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	456	Founded	10 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	RunningHealth & FitnessSportsFitness

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Latest Episodes

Self-Treat Injuries & Manage Pain with Dr. Tom Walters

Tom Walters is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist, former college professor, and author of Rehab Science (a bestseller on Amazon).

Besides running his clinical practice, Tom served as a full-time undergraduate kinesiology professor for... more

30 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 5 min

IT Band Syndrome Prevention & Treatment with Physical Therapist & Coach Duane Scotti

Duane Scotti is a physical therapist, certified running coach, and host of the Healthy Runner Podcast. Today, we're focusing on IT Band Syndrome.

I've personally had ITBS twice - and once so severe that it nearly ended my running career. After seei... more

23 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 5 min

Running Economy Masterclass: How to Improve Your Efficiency with Bill Evans, PhD

Bill Evans has a PhD in Exercise Physiology, coaching experience at the D1 level, and is the founder of Endurance Laboratory. He has more than 20 scientific papers published in his field and was formerly a senior scientist at Johns Hopkins University... more

16 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 2 min

Running and Lifting: How Elizabeth Does Both As a Sub-3 Marathoner (Repost)

Listeners know I'm a relentless advocate of strength training, whether you're doing bodyweight exercises at home or lifting heavy in the gym.

But some runners take strength training to a level above and beyond the rest of us - and find great succes... more

9 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 16 min

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Recent Guests

Duane Scotti

Doctor of Physical Therapy, board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist, certified running coach; host of the Healthy Runner Podcast

Spark Healthy Runner / Healthy Runner Podcast

Episode: IT Band Syndrome Prevention & Treatment with Physical Therapist & Coach Duane Scotti

Bill Evans

Professor at Elon University; endurance physiology researcher; host of Endurance Lab podcast

Elon University; Endurance Lab

Episode: Running Economy Masterclass: How to Improve Your Efficiency with Bill Evans, PhD

Elizabeth Corkum

Certified running coach, weightlifter, and former private coaching client

Self-identified as Corky; USA Track & Field/ Road Runners Club of America/Lydiard Foundation certifications

Episode: Running and Lifting: How Elizabeth Does Both As a Sub-3 Marathoner (Repost)

Vikash Sharma

Doctor of physical therapy, certified running coach, owner of Perfect Stride PT

Perfect Stride PT

Episode: How to Return to Running After an Injury with Vikash Sharma, DPT, OCS

Jonathan Pierce

Stanford All-American steeplechaser, former pro runner, and founder of NOVOS Athlete in San Diego; physical therapist

NOVOS Athlete

Episode: How the Elites Stay Healthy: All-American Steepler Jonathan Pierce on Injury Prevention

Dimity McDowell

Co-founder of Another Mother Runner; author of The 27th Mile

Another Mother Runner/Author

Episode: When Should You Quit Running? An Honest, Difficult Conversation with Author Dimity McDowell

Ken Rideout

Ultra-endurance runner, author, former Wall Street professional

Author, endurance athlete

Episode: Ken Rideout on Extreme Running, Mindset Hacks, Beer Miles, and Confidence

Brent Edwards

Professor of Biomechanics, University of Calgary

University of Calgary

Episode: Impact, Force, and Load: Exploring the Real Drivers of Injuries with Professor Brent Edwards

Dr. Jordan Metzl

Sports medicine doctor, author, and long-time contributor to Runner's World; author of Push and Push for Health and Longevity

Harvard Medical School (physician); Runner's World series creator

Episode: Running Longevity Masterclass with Dr. Jordan Metzl: Strength, Aging, & More

Host

Jason Fitzgerald

Host and coach, a 2:39 marathoner and USATF-certified running coach with expertise in running performance and injury prevention.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings

2 thumbs up!
Always good take aways from these podcasts!
Apple Podcasts
5
Time for a long run❤️
United States2 months ago
Thumbs up!
Just listened to the replay of the interview with Dr. Andy Galpin and thought I would leave a review since I hadn’t yet! I have lurked around this podcast for quite some time and find the format and guests very cohesive and helpful to my running endeavors. Awesome work!
Apple Podcasts
5
Rebabecca
United States2 months ago
So many great experts
Love the variety of people you have on the show. Really helpful thoughts that I can use to apply to my own training.
Apple Podcasts
5
shellbell503
United States2 months ago
“Unreasonable” episode
—was interesting, fun, inspiring. The entire question re physical limitations vs mental limitations is a topic I’d like to hear more about. Thanks Jason!
Apple Podcasts
5
BethFWTX
United States3 months ago
Lots of ads recently
With many podcast episodes, there is a “you may like” extra download. And 5-10 mins of ads in every podcast episode. I guess money must be made but it’s rather annoying. I’m not a type A runner and this podcast used to have a good mix of episodes for all types of runners. Now it seems super performance oriented which does not speak to me. I’ve been listening for years but sadly it seems time to take a break.
Apple Podcasts
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Cs100
United States4 months ago

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

Listeners appreciate the wide range of expert guests and their insights on running and training.

Overall, the podcast is regarded as a leading resource for both novice and experienced runners striving for improvement.

Some complaints note an increase in advertising content, which could detract from the listening experience.

Many find the content to be highly informative and actionable for their running journeys.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts	#5	United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#9	Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#21	United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#13	Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#61	Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#63	Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

IT Band Syndrome Prevention & Treatment with Physical Therapist & Coach Duane Scotti

Q: What role does strength training play in preventing ITBS compared to simply stretching or resting?

Strength training, especially hip and glute work, is the most effective long-term strategy to prevent ITBS by improving movement patterns and pelvic stability; stretching the IT band itself is not a solution, and progressive loading of surrounding muscles is key.

IT Band Syndrome Prevention & Treatment with Physical Therapist & Coach Duane Scotti

Q: What are the warning signs that IT band syndrome is flaring up and how should a runner respond mid-run?

Pain that may start as a sharp ice-pick sensation at a certain mileage can appear suddenly; if the pain subsides quickly (a few seconds) and does not persist after stopping, you can often continue with a modified plan, but you should avoid sharp, persistent pain and consider reducing mileage or taking a brief rest if irritable.

Running and Lifting: How Elizabeth Does Both As a Sub-3 Marathoner (Repost)

Q: What advice would you give runners afraid of soreness or injury from lifting?

Start where you are, use lighter loads to learn form, avoid ego lifting, and progress gradually to reduce soreness and injury risk.

Running and Lifting: How Elizabeth Does Both As a Sub-3 Marathoner (Repost)

Q: How do you structure your strength training as a runner who lifts five days a week?

She describes a routine of three to four sets in the six-to-ten rep range, about ten to twelve exercises per session, with a mix of upper- and lower-body days and a pattern of double-loading on hard running days while keeping form and consistency a priority.

Running and Lifting: How Elizabeth Does Both As a Sub-3 Marathoner (Repost)

Q: Why did you hire a coach if you were already a coach yourself?

She highlights the value of an outside perspective, objectivity, and the benefit of someone with no emotional attachment to her training in guiding her progress.

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What is The Strength Running Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers in-depth discussions and expert insights aimed at helping runners improve their performance, prevent injuries, and enhance their overall running experience. It frequently features a diverse group of guests, including elite athletes, coaches, sports scientists, and fitness professionals who share valuable strategies for training, nutrition, and mental resilience. The show also includes coaching calls where host Jason Fitzgerald provides direct guidance to runners with specific goals, emphasizing the importance of structured training plans for races such as marathons. Unique to this podcast is its combination of evidence-based approaches and accessible advice, appealing to a wide range of runners from beginners to seasoned... more

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Recent guests on The Strength Running Podcast include:

1. Duane Scotti
2. Bill Evans
3. Elizabeth Corkum
4. Vikash Sharma
5. Jonathan Pierce
6. Dimity McDowell
7. Ken Rideout
8. Brent Edwards

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