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The podcast that sponsors non-sponsored athletes. This is a podcast for established runners, future runners, and people interested in running. On this podcast, we will focus on everything running. Science, nutrition, training, gear, and much more. Prepare for a new running companion, elite and non-elite guests, and inspiring stories. Let's run and talk together!
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The Marathon Podcast is now proudly sponsored by Saysky Copenhagen. Use code TMP15 for 15% off at saysky.com.Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbKristian welcomes back coach Brant Stachel for his third appearance on the podcast, this time to answer a question sparked by his own wife: why does low intensity training actually work?Brant and Kristian dig into the physiology behind easy running, from mitochondrial density and capillary growth to the honest caveat that a lot of the exact science still isn't fully settled. They discuss why low intensity training has become such a hot topic in the sport, what elite programs seem to be finding through trial and error even without perfect research to back it up, and how to actually judge whether your easy runs are truly easy. The conversation closes with practical advice on using the talk test, ignoring your watch, and getting past the ego hit of running slow on Strava. Kristian then shares a full recap of his own training week, including a look ahead to Puma Project 3 athletes racing Berlin.In this episode:- Why Brant's wife inspired this episode's big question- The physiology behind low intensity training, explained simply- Mitochondrial density, capillary growth, and what the research actually shows- Why elite training groups keep coming back to low intensity work- What "easy" is actually supposed to feel like- Using the talk test instead of your watch- Getting past the ego hit of slow paces on Strava- Kristian's own training week recap- A preview of Puma Project 3 athletes racing the Berlin MarathonTimestamps00:00 Welcome and the question that sparked this episode02:10 Announcing the podcast's sponsorship with Saysky Copenhagen04:51 Welcoming Brant Stachel back for his third appearance08:10 The alphabet soup of training zones and paces20:22 An honest look at what the research actually shows25:03 The capillary system explained through a father's advice39:36 Why zone two became such a hyped up trend46:55 Ditching heart rate and pace altogether for a season51:30 What easy is actually supposed to feel like52:07 Using the talk test to judge your effort55:21 Getting past the ego hit of slow Strava times56:11 Wrapping up and planning a future episode on hard training57:39 Kristian's own training week recap begins1:02:33 A breakdown of his easy runs and average heart rate1:08:19 Looking ahead to Puma Project 3 athletes racing Berlin1:13:01 Closing thoughts and thank you for listeningBrant on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brant_stachel/Brant on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4Nd1yg5n94puosXxjeL5FQStart your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
The Marathon Podcast is now proudly sponsored by Saysky Copenhagen. Use code TMP15 for 15% off at saysky.com.Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbKristian brings you a bonus recap episode straight after the Copenhagen Half Marathon World Championships, breaking down a historic day of racing on the fast, flat streets of Denmark.Kristian walks through the women's race, where Agnes Ngetich ran away from the field to set a new world record, and Emma Gracie Hurley's breakout performance for the Americans in fifth place. He also touches on an American qualifying mix up that nearly kept some of the country's best runners out of the race entirely. He then breaks down the incredible men's race, where Andreas Almgren became the first non African winner of the World Championship half marathon in decades, out-kicking his Kenyan rivals in a European record time of 58:06. The episode closes with a roundup of other notable results, including several Nomeo teammates and friends of the podcast, and a look ahead to Monday's episode on low intensity training.In this episode:- Announcing the podcast's sponsorship with Saysky Copenhagen- Race day conditions on Copenhagen's fast, flat course- How the elite field format worked for this world championship race- The women's race: Agnes Ngetich's dominant, world record win- Emma Gracie Hurley and Jess McLean's breakout performances for Team USA- An American qualifying mix up and how it was resolved- The men's race: a historic win for Andreas Almgren- Breaking down Almgren's European record and his technique- A roundup of other notable results and friends of the podcast- What's coming up: an episode on low intensity trainingTimestamps00:00 Announcing the podcast's sponsorship with Saysky Copenhagen00:23 Welcome to this bonus recap episode02:02 Race format and start times explained03:42 The men's Elite B field explained04:19 How the format differed for this world championship race04:49 The women's race starts out fast05:09 Comparing the pace to yesterday's Norwegian 5k record05:36 Jess McLean and Emma Gracie Hurley's breakout runs09:34 Women's results: Ngetich's world record win10:38 An American qualifying mix up and how it was resolved11:21 Other notable European finishers17:18 A quick note on the men's B field strategy19:21 The men's race: history on the line20:25 A dramatic final sprint between Almgren and his rivals22:13 Men's results: Almgren's European record win22:36 Almgren's post race interview and his first marathon in New York26:16 A roundup of other notable results27:42 More friends of the podcast in the results28:13 Reflecting on the atmosphere and considering racing Copenhagen29:05 Another shoutout to Saysky Copenhagen30:04 What's coming up: low intensity training with Brandon30:35 Closing thoughts and have a good weekendCover photo by Copenhagen Half. Start your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
The Marathon Podcast is now proudly sponsored by SaySky Copenhagen. Use code TMP15 for 15% off at saysky.com.Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbKristian sits down with Laura Peill, a Canadian physiotherapist based in Australia and a 2:50 marathoner herself, for a genuinely useful, evidence based deep dive into injury prevention, strength training, and how to actually listen to your body.Laura shares her own two decade running journey, from a childhood step challenge to chasing new marathon PBs today, and brings her professional expertise into the conversation to explain exactly how to approach strength training to prevent injury, not just after the fact. She breaks down what tendinopathy actually is, why complete rest is rarely the right first move, and the simple daily and 24 hour checks that can tell you whether you're doing too much or just enough. The conversation covers when a niggle needs a physio and when it's safe to keep running through it, along with a practical hierarchy for building back up after time off.In this episode:- Laura's two decade running journey and current 2:50 marathon PB- Splitting her time between physiotherapy, Pilates, and running- How to approach strength training to prevent injury- Two ways to think about strength: running specific vs. movement patterns- What tendinopathy actually is and how tendons respond to load- Why complete rest is rarely the right first response to pain- The daily and 24 hour checks that tell you if you're doing too much- When you actually need to see a physio vs. self manage- A safe hierarchy for building back up after an injury- Building toward the Melbourne Marathon and future goalsTimestamps00:00 Welcome and introducing Laura Peill02:19 Announcing the podcast's sponsorship with SaySky Copenhagen05:19 Kristian's own training update23:31 Welcome to Laura and previewing the conversation26:52 Laura's background: physiotherapy, Pilates, and running31:23 Laura's two decade running journey45:19 Balancing running goals with a physiotherapist's perspective59:19 Learning the hard way after an early IT band issue1:00:52 How to approach strength training to prevent injury1:07:35 Strength training doesn't prevent injury on its own1:22:27 What tendinopathy actually is, explained simply1:33:16 How tendons respond to load over time1:38:16 When to see a physio vs. keep running through it1:38:51 A safe hierarchy for building back up after an injury1:39:29 The daily and 24 hour checks that tell you if it's too much2:14:46 Laura's long term approach: chasing potential on the roads2:16:04 Closing thoughts and good luck in MelbourneMore from Laura Peill: https://laurapeill.comStart your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
The Marathon Podcast is now proudly sponsored by SaySky Copenhagen. Use code TMP15 for 15% off at saysky.com.Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbKristian sits down with Katharina Engelhardt, a Puma Project 3 athlete recommended straight from Puma, whose marathon journey went from a 3:38 debut and years stuck unable to break 40 minutes in the 10k, to a 2:46 personal best today.Katharina shares how she calculated her way toward every marathon goal using her 10k times, and the years long frustration of chasing a sub 40 10k that never quite came, only to eventually run a marathon far faster than her 10k pace would ever have predicted. She breaks down the training shift that changed everything: adding serious volumes of zone two and three cycling alongside her running, something she still credits as the biggest driver of her recent improvement. The conversation also touches on being part of Puma Project 3, running the New York Marathon warming up alongside the elites, and her approach to staying calm and process focused heading into her next marathon in Berlin.In this episode:- Being recommended for Puma Project 3 directly by Puma- Years spent chasing a sub 40 10k that never quite came- Calculating every marathon goal using her 10k times- Running a marathon far faster than her 10k pace ever predicted- Discovering iron supplementation and the energy shift that followed- Adding serious volumes of cycling alongside her running- Why she believes cycling has been the biggest driver of her progress- Warming up alongside the elites at the New York Marathon- Letting go of the 10k and trusting her marathon fitness instead- Heading into Berlin chasing a new personal bestTimestamps00:00 Welcome to another Puma Project 3 episode02:05 Announcing the podcast's sponsorship with SaySky Copenhagen02:31 Kristian's own training update04:18 Welcome to Katharina Engelhardt04:41 Being recommended for Puma Project 3 directly by Puma20:15 Struggling for four years to break sub 40 in the 10k22:00 Chasing a sub three hour marathon and doing the math24:20 The years long frustration of chasing sub 4025:35 What her weekly training looked like at the time47:02 Discovering iron supplementation and a sudden burst of energy47:37 Adding six thousand kilometers of cycling in a single year48:33 Keeping cycling as a core part of her training since50:22 Why cycling might be underrated for non elite runners57:40 A typical week blending running and cycling1:07:15 Letting go of the 10k and trusting her marathon fitness1:09:03 Closing thoughts and good luck in BerlinKatharina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/engelhardt_katharina/Start your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
The Marathon Podcast is now proudly sponsored by SaySky Copenhagen. Use code TMP15 for 15% off at saysky.com.Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbContent note: this episode includes an open discussion of mental health struggles and suicide. Please take care while listening, and know that support is available if you need it.Kristian sits down with Brady Russell, a 14 year veteran of the Royal Australian Navy, for a conversation that isn't about fast times, but about finding joy again after some of the hardest years of his life.Brady shares how leaving the military left him without structure or purpose, and how he first turned to running as a form of self punishment, using pain to distract himself from what he was struggling with internally. He opens up honestly about reaching his lowest point and the mental health facility stay that changed everything, and how meeting his wife gave him a reason to let his guard down for the first time. The conversation traces how running slowly transformed from an unhealthy coping mechanism into a genuine source of joy, connection, and purpose, one he now shares directly with his wife on their runs together. He closes by sharing his why: running for the people in his life who were lost to suicide and never got the chance he did.In this episode:- Leaving the Navy after 14 years and losing his sense of purpose- Turning to running as a form of self punishment- Reaching his lowest point and a stay in a mental health facility- How meeting his wife gave him a reason to open up- Turning an unhealthy coping mechanism into a genuine passion- Finding joy in running together with his wife- Being open about his story on social media- Running for the people in his life lost to suicide- Looking ahead to the Melbourne Marathon with his wifeTimestamps00:00 A content note before this episode00:27 Welcome and introducing this episode with Brady Russell02:10 Announcing the podcast's sponsorship with SaySky Copenhagen03:16 An update: his wife's first half marathon10:53 Introducing Brady: 14 years in the Royal Australian Navy11:44 Turning to running as a form of self punishment16:44 What leaving the military actually took away17:15 Why he chose to become open about his struggles18:21 Reaching his lowest point and a mental health facility stay20:39 How meeting his wife changed everything22:13 How running turned from self harm into healthy obsession23:37 Finding joy in running together with his wife27:08 Going through therapy and what recovery looked like45:40 How his mental health journey changed his outlook59:15 Running for the people in his life lost to suicide1:00:01 Looking ahead to the Melbourne Marathon with his wife1:02:15 Closing thoughts and a thank you to his wife1:03:37 Kristian's own training week: Ironman prep begins1:04:28 Signing up for a swim coach and bringing in an Olympian1:04:54 A full breakdown of the week, day by day1:08:04 Resting when the week calls for it1:09:52 A final word on training in SaySky gear1:11:08 Closing thoughts and thank you for listeningBrady on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brady.showingup/Start your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
The Marathon Podcast is now proudly sponsored by SaySky Copenhagen. Use code TMP15 for 15% off at saysky.com.Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbKristian brings you a solo episode ahead of race weekend, breaking down the history of the Oslo Marathon, the latest Boston Marathon cutoff time predictions, and how he's tackling two distances at Oslo this weekend, pacing his wife in the half and racing his own 10k.Kristian shares the story behind the Oslo Marathon, first hosted in 1981 and shaped by Norwegian running legends Grete Waitz and Ingrid Kristiansen, along with what to expect if you're racing this weekend or considering the trip to Norway in future years. He walks through the current Boston Marathon cutoff time projections using RunningWithRock.com, what that means for his own 2:44 marathon PR, and details from a smaller, low key marathon in Rhode Island that's a great option if big city crowds aren't your thing.In this episode:- The Marathon Podcast's new sponsorship with SaySky Copenhagen- Registering for Boston: the five day window and how it actually works- What the qualifying standard vs. the cutoff time means- Current Boston Marathon cutoff time predictions- The new lottery for 1,000 additional Boston spots- A review of a smaller, low key marathon in Rhode Island- The history of the Oslo Marathon and the legends behind it- A full course preview, turn by turn, hill by hill- Race weekend tips: gels, hydration, and expo logisticsTimestamps00:00 Welcome and what this solo episode covers00:38 Racing two distances at Oslo this weekend01:28 Announcing the podcast's sponsorship with SaySky Copenhagen04:14 Boston Marathon segment begins06:40 The five day registration window and how it works09:53 Using RunningWithRock.com to predict the cutoff time12:40 What the projected cutoff means for different qualifying times13:20 The new lottery for 1,000 additional Boston spots15:50 Wrapping up the Boston segment18:46 A smaller, low key marathon experience in Rhode Island21:42 Thanking a longtime supporter of the podcast22:02 The history of the Oslo Marathon begins24:15 Grete Waitz, Ingrid Kristiansen, and the legends of the race26:01 A wrong turn in 1992 that shortened the course27:14 A record breaking year, then a decline in participation29:14 The marathon distance gets cancelled, then the whole event34:12 Why the Oslo course lets you see the whole city35:27 A full course tour begins37:26 Frogner Park, the speed skating stadium, and the route west38:36 Vigeland Park and the course's biggest climb39:51 Managing the hills without overdoing it39:55 Heading down to the waterfront46:04 Looking at last year's winning times47:22 Race weekend logistics: pacing his wife and the expo48:09 Closing thoughts and good luck this weekendStart your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbKristian sits down with Michael Brady, a Puma Project 3 athlete who improved his marathon time from 3:03 to 2:19, for a genuinely fascinating story about how far consistency alone can take you.Michael shares how he got into running almost accidentally during COVID, with no running background, no watch, no coach, and no real relationship with nutrition, and how he simply kept showing up and getting faster over dozens of marathons across Europe. He walks through his marathon progression city by city, being entirely self coached for most of his journey, and how joining Puma Project 3 changed the trajectory of his training. The conversation closes with an honest look at what's actually behind his improvement, including surprisingly little dedicated speed work, and his next big goal: racing the Chicago Marathon and chasing a 2:16.In this episode:- Getting into running almost by accident during COVID- Running marathons with no watch and no relationship to nutrition- A marathon journey across 11 different European cities- Being entirely self coached for most of his career- The block where training finally became intentional- Joining Puma Project 3 and what changed because of it- Why he's improved so much without much dedicated speed work- His approach to strength training- Easing into super shoes without going straight to race day- What's next: chasing a 2:16 at the Chicago MarathonTimestamps00:00 Welcome and introducing Michael Brady02:41 Kristian's Ironman and Valencia training update15:52 Introducing Michael and previewing his story20:26 Getting into running almost by accident during COVID23:32 A brief athletic background in football, not running28:44 What Michael would have said about being a 2:19 marathoner back then33:03 The addictive feeling of racing and improving34:40 Joining Puma Project 3 for the first time36:47 How Project 3 changed the trajectory of his training43:24 Years of self coached, low strategy marathon training1:03:03 A conversation about strength training1:10:06 Improving without a dedicated speed work block1:12:23 Seeing his paces improve even without structured speed sessions1:16:51 Talking through his experience with Puma Project 32:18:22 Easing into super shoes the smart way2:20:18 Closing thoughts and good luck in ChicagoMichael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeybrady589/Start your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
Get 20% off a Strava annual subscription with code KRISTIANSave on FlexBeam using code WARWICKRUNS or this link: https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbKristian sits down with Griff Duncan, whose Instagram documenting a couch to 3:03 marathon journey has inspired thousands, for a genuine conversation about how running completely reshaped his identity, his habits, and his confidence.Griff shares the story behind a photo he took on day one of a fitness challenge, a moment he describes as feeling lost, and how that challenge led him into running almost by accident when a friend wanted to train for a half marathon together. He opens up about the mistakes he made in his first marathon build, the significant lifestyle changes that came with it, including drinking far less and surrounding himself with more active people, and how getting a coach changed the trajectory of his training. The conversation closes with his approach to racing shorter distances to build speed and his next big goal: finally breaking three hours.In this episode:- The photo that captured feeling lost before everything changed- Talking a friend into a half marathon and signing up for a full marathon instead- Mistakes made during his first marathon training block- How running reshaped his habits, confidence, and identity- Significant lifestyle changes that came with getting serious about running- What made him decide to get a coach- Being coached in the same lineage as other podcast guests- Racing shorter distances to build speed for the marathon- His next goal: finally breaking the three hour barrierTimestamps00:00 Welcome and introducing Griff Duncan01:07 Kristian's Ironman training update05:01 Welcome to Griff, and previewing the conversation06:21 Griff's background in fitness and bodybuilding10:40 Losing his drive after starting a full time job11:22 Taking on the 75 Hard challenge12:12 A friend's half marathon idea turns into a full marathon commitment13:03 Setting his first marathon goals: from sub four to sub 3:3013:39 Reflecting on his first marathon build18:04 Why he'd tell new runners they don't need a coach right away21:49 The value of an outside perspective once you're ready22:32 What made him decide to get a coach24:16 Racing more than just marathons to build speed37:40 How his personal brand and identity have evolved38:05 The photo that captured feeling lost before everything changed40:58 The scale of his physical transformation43:39 Wanting to coach others full time someday52:48 Reflecting on the jump from 3:39 to 3:0359:49 The mental hurdle of finally breaking three hours2:00:43 Closing thoughts and where to follow GriffGriff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griffduncan/Start your free Musicbed trial: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickFull episodes + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow my training journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed: MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY
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