Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running

Mar 04 2025 747 ep. 43 mins 2.8k
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Running podcast to motivate and help runners of every level, speed, and age run their best.

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Running Data Decoded: How to Use Common Performance Metrics to Maximize Your Training

Mar 04 2025 61 mins  
It can be overwhelming trying to make sense of all the data on your running watch but understanding how to use this data in your training can be a game-changer. In today’s show, we’ll focus on how you can use this data to your advantage and answer questions like: What are the most valuable running metrics to pay attention to? What are these metrics calculated and what do they

Mileage in the Bank: Can you Really Run More Now to Make up For Missed Runs Later

Feb 26 2025 43 mins  
What if you could take a long break from running and not lose any fitness? The theory is simple; train harder now so that you have mileage “banked” for later when you might be training less. We’ll look more closely at whether this could be an effective strategy with topics including: Why mileage matters for building aerobic fitness How long it takes to lose fitness during

Chipotle x Strava: The City Challenge - Motivating Runners One Burrito Bowl at a Time

Feb 18 2025 41 mins  
Chipotle Mexican Grill has partnered with Strava to motivate runners across the globe with free burrito bowls and we’re speaking with Vice-President of Brand Marketing, Stephanie Perdue, to find out more about this unique challenge. During the interview we chat all about the City Challenge, including: How runners competed to earn free Chipotle for a year Why participating runner

Race Your Way to Fitness: How to Effectively Build Racing Into Your Training Program

Feb 11 2025 53 mins  
There’s no better preparation for race day than another race but the key is understanding how to schedule your races so that it enhances your training rather than getting in the way. We’ll cover racing topics today that include: What separates a goal race from a tuneup race or other races in training How racing more can make you better prepared for your goal race How to pick

Underrated or Overrated: Trends in Running

Feb 04 2025 58 mins  
The running boom has brought lots of changes, but which of these new trends are actually good for the sport? The RC team is bringing you another underrated or overrated episode focusing on trends in running, and we’re bringing on coach Ruairi to answer questions like: Are running clubs a better way to meet people than dating apps? Should every running shoe have a carbon plate? I

Run the World on a Budget: How to Travel for a Race Without Spending Lots of Money

Jan 28 2025 66 mins  
Running doesn’t take a lot of equipment, but racing can be expensive. The cost of running a world major marathon or another race abroad can really add up but these are our 10 best tips to save a little money on costs such as: Travel expenses Nutrition and fueling Race day gear Food Transportation And more… While we are giving these tips, we still recognise that it's not goi

Training Insights from Alex Ostberg, Assistant Coach at Bowerman TC & Former RC Coach

Jan 21 2025 65 mins  
For today’s show we’re welcoming back a voice that should be familiar to longtime listeners, assistant coach at Bowerman TC and former RC coach Alex Ostberg. Alex is a seven-time All-American who holds PRs of 3:58 in the Mile, 7:49 in the 3k, and 13:18 in the 5k. He’s back today to share training secrets from working with the fastest runners on the planet, including: What a

The Best Marathons to Set a New Personal Best in 2025

Jan 15 2025 59 mins  
Today, we’re here to make your next marathon decision a little easier by breaking down the best and fastest marathons out there. Let this episode be your marathon guide in 2025 with topics including: How to choose the right marathon for you What makes some marathons faster than others How to research potential races What are our favourite American and International marathons Th

How to Deal with Getting Sick as a Runner

Jan 08 2025 62 mins  
If you get sick, your body probably needs rest but how do you know how much rest to take and when to get back to normal training? This cold and flu season is the perfect time to prepare yourself since getting sick can be unavoidable. In this episode of the show we’ll answer questions like: How to know if you’re too sick to run How to adjust your training while you’re sick an

Nutrition Tips to hit your fitness goals in 2025

Dec 31 2024 68 mins  
The New Year is the perfect time to set nutrition goals. Eating well will give you more energy for workouts and help with recovery. The nutrition team at Metpro is once again joining Run to the Top with topics like: Why nutrition goal-setting is important for athletes How to set an effective New Year’s goal or resolution Why you might actually need to eat more if you have a goal