Relaxed Running
322 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsThe Relaxed Running podcast is a behind the scenes conversation with the best athletes, coaches and professionals in the world of distance running. From training, hydration and nutrition to racing and recovering, we learn from the best in the world.
Relaxed conversations which are packed with actionable takeaways to help you take your running performance up a notch. Save yourself years of guess work and learn from the people who are doing it at the highest level.
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Marathon Runner and Peak Performance Coach Hanny Allston
December 16, 2020 00:10 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBHanny Allston is a peak performance coach with a heritage in assisting trail and ultra-distance runners to reach the pinnacle of their potential. She is an author, keynote speaker and host of The Find Your Feet Podcast where she shares the voices that need to be heard. She was 2006 World Orienteering Champion and is a past winner of both the Melbourne and New Zealand Marathon Championships. She is the current race record holder for multiple road, trail and ultra-running events, and ...
4-Time NCAA Champion Morgan McDonald
December 08, 2020 00:43 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn this episode I sit down for a chat with 4-time NCAA Champ Morgan McDonald. This guy is a machine - 13.14 for 5000m, 3.54 for the Mile and he knows how to race. To join the Relaxed Running Membership visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that ...
Life lessons from Running with my wife Jessie Popplestone
December 01, 2020 05:14 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBToday my wife Jessie joins me on the show as we discuss what I've learnt through 20 years of running. Become a Relaxed Running Member: www.relaxedrunning.com/join This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com to get...
What Running Taught Me
December 01, 2020 05:14 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBToday my wife Jessie joins me on the show as we discuss what I've learnt through 20 years of running. Become a Relaxed Running Member: www.relaxedrunning.com/join This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com to ge...
Stewart McSweyn
November 23, 2020 04:14 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBStewart McSweyn is the Australian record holder for 1500m (3.30) 3000m (7.28) and 10,000m (27.23). Today he stops by for a chat. To join the Relaxed Running Membership visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code ...
Ryan Gregson
November 17, 2020 07:22 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBThis week I share a full episode from the members podcast with one of Australia's best ever middle distance runners Ryan Gregson. We talk running, gym, diet, race prep, how he managed to win over his wife Gen and a whole heap more. To join the Relaxed Running Membership: www.relaxedrunning.com/join This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration pla...
U.S Marathon Runner Jake Riley
November 10, 2020 01:29 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBThis episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com to get 15% off your first order. And if you have questions about your own hydration strategy or would like to know more about PH products, you can book in for a free one-t...
Running Misconceptions with Physiotherapist Brodie Sharpe
November 06, 2020 02:13 - 54 minutes - 44 MBBrodie Sharpe specialises in Physiotherapy for Runners. In this episode, we catch up to discuss some of the most common misconceptions around distance running training, gear and performance. This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at p...
BREATHE your way to a running breakthrough with James Nestor
November 03, 2020 06:02 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBJames Nestor is a journalist who has written for Outside magazine, Men's Journal, Scientific American, Dwell magazine, National Public Radio, The New York Times, The Atlantic, the San Francisco Chronicle magazine, and others. His new book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art is available now: https://www.bookdepository.com/Breath-James-Nestor/9780735213616?ref=grid-view&qid=1604383313904&sr=1-3 This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by t...
3.51 Miler Matthew Ramsden
October 29, 2020 02:12 - 44 minutes - 35.6 MBThis episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com to get 15% off your first order. And if you have questions about your own hydration strategy or would like to know more about PH products, you can book in for a free one-t...
Keep showing up with Riley Wolff
October 26, 2020 07:20 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBRiley Wolff is a runner, photographer, and the man behind Tempo Journals. His podcast 'Running Things' is unreal. Today we caught up to talk about all of those things. This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com t...
Dave McNeill & Burt Gershater
October 19, 2020 06:42 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBWe are joined for a monthly conversation with two-time Olympian Dave McNeill and his Sports Psychologist Burt Gershater to speak all things running performance. If you'd like to access the full episode, you can do so by visiting the link below: www.relaxedrunning.com/join To join Burt's Mailing List - email him here: [email protected] This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - yo...
2.13 Marathon Runner Ray Boyd
October 11, 2020 09:16 - 23 minutes - 19.3 MBRay Boyd is a 2.13 Marathon Runner who raced against the likes of Lee Troop and Steve Moneghetti through the 90's. Through this conversation we talk about marathon training, the importance of developing endurance and how powerful consistency is. A super easy bloke to and filled with awesome insight into the sport. For the full episode join the member podcast for $5 (USD) per month: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
The Balanced Runner | Technique, Injury Prevention and Running Efficiency with Paul Mackinnon
October 05, 2020 02:56 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBThe Balanced Runner is headed in Melbourne by Paul Mackinnon, who lived a sporting life as a semi-professional hockey player for 15 years playing in Australia and Europe, allowing him access to high performance programs, athletes and coaches around the world. Since retiring he has developed The Balanced Runner coaching business to help athletes, utilising the philosophy that was developed largely by Lex Anderson in Canberra and further refined by Paul over the past 5 years practising...
Lydia O'Donnell | New Zealand Marathon Runner & Coach
September 28, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBNew Zealand's Marathon Runner and Coach Lydia O'Donnell joins us on the show today. For more from Lydia, check out her website: www.lydiaodonnell.com This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: http://rundies.com.au/ To become an RR member, visit www.relaxedrunning.com
Aussie Marathon Star Jessica Trengove (Stenson)
September 21, 2020 08:32 - 57 minutes - 45.7 MBJessica Trengove (Stenson) is a two-time Olympian and two-time Commonwealth Games Bronze Medallist over the marathon. She joins us today on the podcast. This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: http://rundies.com.au/
Running, Motherhood & Mindset with Jessica Trengove (Stenson)
September 21, 2020 08:32 - 57 minutes - 45.7 MBJessica Trengove (Stenson) is a two-time Olympian and two-time Commonwealth Games Bronze Medallist over the marathon. She joins us today on the podcast. This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: http://rundies.com.au/
Dave McNeill and Burt Gershater | Running Routines and Rituals
September 13, 2020 05:30 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBDavid McNeill is a two-time Olympian. Bert Gershater is his mentor/sports psychologist. 'Mentors Corner' is a chance for us to sit down with both of them and discuss the mental side of sport, competition and life. These episodes can expand well beyond just conversation about running, yet somehow running serves as a perfect metaphor for what we discuss. Would you like to become a member of Relaxed Running? Our membership gives you access to bonus podcast episodes (2-3/month), trai...
Australian Half Marathon Runner Riley Cocks
September 07, 2020 06:38 - 56 minutes - 45.4 MBRiley Cocks is an Australian 10,000m, Half Marathon Runner and all round good bloke! Great conversation with him on Relaxed Running this week. Enjoy. This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: http://rundies.com.au/ To start your 3-day free trial of the RR membership visit: https://www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Hydration Expert Andy Blow
August 30, 2020 09:24 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBAndy Blow is a Sports Scientist with a degree in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Bath. An expert in sweat, dehydration and cramping, Andy previously worked as the Team Sports Scientist for the Benetton and Renault Formula 1 teams, and remains an adviser to the Porsche Human Performance Centre. An elite level triathlete in his younger days, Andy has finished in the top-10 of Ironman and IM 70.3 races, as well as winning an Xterra World title.It was Andy's own stru...
One hurdle at a time with National Steeple Champ Max Stevens
August 22, 2020 23:57 - 57 minutes - 46.1 MBMax Stevens is the Australian 3000m Steeple Champ. He trains in Adelaide with Team Tempo under the guidance of coach Adam Didyk. This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: www.rundies.com.au To start your 3-day free trial of the RR membership visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Running Nutritionist Elly McLean on How to Fuel Effectively
August 17, 2020 02:49 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBElly McLean is a sports nutritionist who is passionate about helping us fuel effectively for training, racing and healthy living. For more from Elly visit: www.nutritionelly.com This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout. To start your 3-day free trial of the RR membership visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join www.rundies.com.au
Benita Willis | Australian 5km, 10km & Marathon Record Holder
August 09, 2020 04:49 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBBenita Willis holds every Australian record from the 2000m all the way up to the marathon. She has competed at 4 Olympic Games, 2 Commonwealth Games and in 2003 won the World Cross Country Championships. She is one of Australia's best female distance runners of all time. She also happens to be great fun to chat with. Enjoy! To connect with her in regards to coaching, visit the link below: https://laceuprunning.com.au/ This episode of the podcast is supported by Rundies. For a ...
Train right for your type with Australian 800m man Dylan Stenson
August 03, 2020 05:40 - 1 hour - 54 MBDylan Stenson is an Australian 1.46 800m runner with plans to move up to the 1500m. After moving from Soccer to running at age 25, he's seen a rapid rise in his performance on the track. This was a great episode which looks at training right for your type, dealing with changes as an athlete, training load and racing consistency. If you'd like to become a Relaxed Running Member, you can begin your 3 day free trial at the link below: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Mentors Corner | David McNeill and Burt Gershater
July 26, 2020 01:21 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBDavid McNeill is a two-time Olympian. Bert Gershater is his mentor/sports psychologist. 'Mentors Corner' is a chance for us to sit down with both of them and discuss the mental side of sport, competition and life. These episodes can expand well beyond just conversation about running, yet somehow running serves as a perfect metaphor for what we discuss. Would you like to become a member of Relaxed Running? Our membership gives you access to bonus podcast episodes (2-3/month), train...
48 | Mentors Corner | David McNeill and Burt Gershater
July 26, 2020 01:21 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBDavid McNeill is a two-time Olympian. Bert Gershater is his mentor/sports psychologist. 'Mentors Corner' is a chance for us to sit down with both of them and discuss the mental side of sport, competition and life. These episodes can expand well beyond just conversation about running, yet somehow running serves as a perfect metaphor for what we discuss. Would you like to become a member of Relaxed Running? Our membership gives you access to bonus podcast episodes (2-3/month), training progr...
47 | Zach Bitter | 100 mile World Record Holder on Successful Endurance Training
July 19, 2020 03:46 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MBZach Bitter is the 100 mile and 12 hour World Record Holder. In this episode we talk about everything that's required to successfully train and compete in ultra-endurance events. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to access the complete episode, as well as our constantly growing list of member only podcasts, access to our experts corner and training programs for all levels, you can join for $10/month at the link below: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Zach Bitter | 100 mile World Record Holder on Successful Endurance Training
July 19, 2020 03:46 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MBZach Bitter is the 100 mile and 12 hour World Record Holder. In this episode we talk about everything that's required to successfully train and compete in ultra-endurance events. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to access the complete episode, as well as our constantly growing list of member only podcasts, access to our experts corner and training programs for all levels, you can join for $10/month at the link below: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
How Yoga can improve your running with Ryan Mannix
July 12, 2020 06:07 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBIn this episode I catch up with former Australian Distance Runner and National Duathlon representative come Yoga instructor Ryan Mannix. We chat about him living and training with the best Kenyan athletes and how injury lead him to Yoga. It was a great conversation and an in depth overview as to how Yoga can benefit your running. If you'd like more, our members have access to a bonus members only podcast, experts video library, training programs and forum. You can start your 3 day ...
46 | How Yoga can improve your running with Ryan Mannix
July 12, 2020 06:07 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBIn this episode I catch up with former Australian Distance Runner and National Duathlon representative come Yoga instructor Ryan Mannix. We chat about him living and training with the best Kenyan athletes and how injury lead him to Yoga. It was a great conversation and an in depth overview as to how Yoga can benefit your running. If you'd like more, our members have access to a bonus members only podcast, experts video library, training programs and forum. You can start your 3 day free tria...
45 | A winning mindset with Olympic hopeful Matt Clarke
July 05, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBIn this episode I speak with 3000m Steeplechaser and Olympic 2021 hopeful Matt Clarke. We cover mindset and performance, training, his recent move from Melbourne to South Australia and a whole lot more. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with expert guidance on building strength and reducing injury, training programs for all levels from 5km-Mar...
A winning mindset with Olympic hopeful Matt Clarke
July 05, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBIn this episode I speak with 3000m Steeplechaser and Olympic 2021 hopeful Matt Clarke. We cover mindset and performance, training, his recent move from Melbourne to South Australia and a whole lot more. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with expert guidance on building strength and reducing injury, training programs for all levels fro...
Training for an Ultra-Marathon with Dion Finocchiaro
June 28, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBIn this episode I speak with Ultra Marathon runner Dion Finocchiaro. We cover training, nutrition, preparation and his rapid progress in the sport. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with expert guidance on building strength and reducing injury, training programs for all levels from 5km-Marathon, community forum and much more. Join n...
44 | Training for an Ultra-Marathon with Dion Finocchiaro
June 28, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBIn this episode I speak with Ultra Marathon runner Dion Finocchiaro. We cover training, nutrition, preparation and his rapid progress in the sport. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with expert guidance on building strength and reducing injury, training programs for all levels from 5km-Marathon, community forum and much more. Join now: www....
43 | Overcoming Common Running Injuries with Dean Huffer
June 21, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBDean Huffer is a running Physiotherapist based in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode we cover: - Running injury rates - Most common running injuries - Major risk factors, Danger signs - Importance load management - Strength training for distance runners - Plantar heel pain research - Altitude Physiology If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library ...
Overcoming Common Running Injuries with Dean Huffer
June 21, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBDean Huffer is a running Physiotherapist based in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode we cover: - Running injury rates - Most common running injuries - Major risk factors, Danger signs - Importance load management - Strength training for distance runners - Plantar heel pain research - Altitude Physiology If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video...
From Sudanese Refugee Camp to Olympic Hopeful with Dejen Gebrselassie
June 14, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBDejen Gebrselassie spent the first 11 years of his life as a refugee who fled Ethiopia to live in Sudan. Today he's running for Australia and pursuing the Olympics next year over the 10,000m and Marathon.
42 | From Sudanese Refugee Camp to Olympic Hopeful with Dejen Gebrselassie
June 14, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBDejen Gebrselassie spent the first 11 years of his life as a refugee who fled Ethiopia to live in Sudan. Today he's running for Australia and pursuing the Olympics next year over the 10,000m and Marathon. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with expert guidance on building strength and reducing injury, training programs, community forum and much...
41 | Dave McNeill and His Sports Psychologist/Mentor Burt Gershater
June 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThere's more to running than just running. In this episode I sit down with two-time Olympian Dave McNeill and his Sports Psychologist Burt Gershater to discuss how the two of them have worked together to overcome the most difficult times in Dave's life and running career. It's a great conversation with two great bloke. To join the membership and get access to our bonus podcast, training videos and programs visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Dave McNeill and His Sports Psychologist/Mentor Burt Gershater
June 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThere's more to running than just running. In this episode I sit down with two-time Olympian Dave McNeill and his Sports Psychologist Burt Gershater to discuss how the two of them have worked together to overcome the most difficult times in Dave's life and running career. It's a great conversation with two great bloke. To join the membership and get access to our bonus podcast, training videos and programs visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Feel the pain and then smile with British 800m Runner Adelle Tracey
May 31, 2020 00:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBAdelle Tracey is a British 800m athlete with her eyes set on the Tokyo 2021 Olympics. We cover training, racing, overcoming discomfort and finding her tortoise (that will make more sense soon). Become a Relaxed Running Member to access bonus podcast episodes and access our growing library of experts guiding your through running specific exercise. We also have training programs for beginners, intermediate and advanced from 5km-Marathon. Only $5/month. www.relaxedrunning.com/join ...
40 | Feel the pain and then smile with British 800m Runner Adelle Tracey
May 31, 2020 00:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBAdelle Tracey is a British 800m athlete with her eyes set on the Tokyo 2021 Olympics. We cover training, racing, overcoming discomfort and finding her tortoise (that will make more sense soon). Become a Relaxed Running Member to access bonus podcast episodes and access our growing library of experts guiding your through running specific exercise. We also have training programs for beginners, intermediate and advanced from 5km-Marathon. Only $5/month. www.relaxedrunning.com/join
39 | Strength Training, Recovery, Diet and Running Improvement | A Sneak Peak
May 24, 2020 10:30 - 47 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode we have a sneak peak at 5 of our most popular member only podcasts. Get full access to these full episodes plus everything else at: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Strength Training, Recovery, Diet and Running Improvement | A Sneak Peak
May 24, 2020 10:30 - 47 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode we have a sneak peak at 5 of our most popular member only podcasts. Get full access to these full episodes plus everything else at: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
38 | Your Road to Improvement with 2.09 Marathon Runner Lee Troop
May 17, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBThis episode we're joined by 2.09 Marathon runner and former Australian 5000m record holder Lee Troop. Lee shares his thoughts on all things around training, mindset and improvement in the sport, as well dealing with the difficult times in his career as an athlete and coach. To become a Relaxed Running member visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Your Road to Improvement with 2.09 Marathon Runner Lee Troop
May 17, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBThis episode we're joined by 2.09 Marathon runner and former Australian 5000m record holder Lee Troop. Lee shares his thoughts on all things around training, mindset and improvement in the sport, as well dealing with the difficult times in his career as an athlete and coach. To become a Relaxed Running member visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Improving Your Marathon with High Performance Coach Raf Baugh
May 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBRaf is a Physiotherapist and High Performance Director of Front Runner Sports. He has 19 years of private practice physiotherapy experience across a range of sporting contexts and is one of Australia’s most trusted experts in rehabilitation, exercise prescription and load management for endurance athletes. He has a rare 360 degree perspective on athletic performance systems. As an athlete, he has represented Australia at 4 Elite World Duathlon Championships; as a Physiotherapist ha...
37 | Improving Your Marathon with High Performance Coach Raf Baugh
May 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBRaf is a Physiotherapist and High Performance Director of Front Runner Sports. He has 19 years of private practice physiotherapy experience across a range of sporting contexts and is one of Australia’s most trusted experts in rehabilitation, exercise prescription and load management for endurance athletes. He has a rare 360 degree perspective on athletic performance systems. As an athlete, he has represented Australia at 4 Elite World Duathlon Championships; as a Physiotherapist has...
Strength, Recovery and Running Training with Matthew Ramsden
May 03, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBIn this episode I catch up with 1500m-3000m runner Matthew Ramsden. With PR's or 3.35 and 7.45 he's a red hot chance to qualify for his first Olympics in Tokyo 2021.
There's a new kid on the block with Matthew Ramsden
May 03, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBIn this episode I catch up with 1500m-3000m runner Matthew Ramsden. With PR's or 3.35 and 7.45 he's a red hot chance to qualify for his first Olympics in Tokyo 2021.