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More Salt Isn't the Answer: Summer Fueling and Hydration w/ Stevie Lyn Smith
Jun 25, 2026
Unknown duration
Running Boston at the Back of the Pack: What Really Happens When the Crowds Leave w/ Avelyn
Jun 18, 2026
Unknown duration
Trail & Ultra Running 101: Community, Mud, and Why Nobody Asks Your Finish Time
Jun 11, 2026
1h 01m 52s
Who Are You Really Racing? Chip Times, Cheating, and the Integrity of Running
Jun 4, 2026
47m 23s
The Off-Season Is Part of Training, How to Recover & Rebuild After a Big Race
May 21, 2026
51m 09s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/25/26 | More Salt Isn't the Answer: Summer Fueling and Hydration w/ Stevie Lyn Smith | It's getting hot out there, and your fueling and hydration plan needs to keep up. Registered dietitian and board-certified sports nutritionist Stevie Lyn Smith (fresh off running 460-ish miles from Buffalo to Brooklyn, as one does) joins Coach Nick and Coach Amanda to break down what actually changes when the temperature climbs.We get into why more electrolytes isn't automatically better, the real reason carb-based sports drinks help you absorb water faster, and how to run a simple sweat test at home so you can stop guessing. Stevie walks through her own half Ironman fueling strategy (carbs, caffeine timing, and cooling tricks included), what to grab on course when your gut says no to one more gel, and how to think about caffeine dosing without ending up with heart palpitations on the treadmill.Then we go down a couple of rabbit holes you asked for: iron and ferritin (when to supplement versus when to dig into the why), and peptides (spoiler: the human research is thin, and we aren't rats). Evidence-based, occasionally unhinged, zero filler. Exactly how you like it.Find Stevie on Instagram, stevielynrd.com, and on her podcast Real Fuel with SLS. Grab her book Power Up: A Young Woman's Guide to Winning with Sports Nutrition wherever books are sold.Amanda IGNick IGEmail - Hello@runningexplained.comReady to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU?✅ Personalized training✅ Weekly support + adjustments✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goalsNot ready for a 1:1 Coach📝PDF Training Plan Templates available🤝Group Coaching, Strength Training and Unlimited access toall Training Plans available in The Run Club App to find the right training plan for you! | — | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | Running Boston at the Back of the Pack: What Really Happens When the Crowds Leave w/ Avelyn | What's it actually like to finish a marathon after the crowds have gone home, the aid stations are packed up, and you're getting moved to the sidewalk at mile 22?This week Coach Amanda and Coach Nick sit down with Avelyn, a proud back-of-the-pack runner who went from zero to three marathons in two years. She takes us inside the Walt Disney World Marathon and the famous balloon ladies, running New York as the crowds thin, and a brutally honest account of Boston: the unspoken bond she formed with two strangers on course, the ugly cry at mile 24, and why she chose gratitude over rage in a race that wasn't built for runners like her.We get into why run-walking is real running, why "faster" and "better" aren't the same thing, how to define success beyond a finish time, and why what's happening in your body is nobody else's business. If you've ever felt too slow for this sport, this one's for you.Avelyn is a Latina, born and raised New Yorker currently living in Atlanta, GA with her rescue pup, Georgia. She started running in February of 2024 with the goal of running her very first marathon. Since then Avelyn has completed three marathons and has built an online community by showing ordinary people that they can do extraordinary things.Amanda IG Nick IGEmail - Hello@runningexplained.comReady to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU?✅ Personalized training✅ Weekly support + adjustments✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goalsNot ready for a 1:1 Coach📝PDF Training Plan Templates available🤝Group Coaching, Strength Training and Unlimited access toall Training Plans available in The Run Club AppNot sure talk our Training Plan Quiz to find the right training plan for you! | — | ||||||
| 6/11/26 | Trail & Ultra Running 101: Community, Mud, and Why Nobody Asks Your Finish Time✨ | trail runningultra running+4 | Justin Andreas | Golden Hour Adventures | Guam | trail runningultra running+6 | — | 1h 01m 52s | |
| 6/4/26 | Who Are You Really Racing? Chip Times, Cheating, and the Integrity of Running✨ | race time manipulationunregulated supplements+3 | — | Running ExplainedFinal Surge+1 | — | runningrace integrity+3 | — | 47m 23s | |
| 5/21/26 | The Off-Season Is Part of Training, How to Recover & Rebuild After a Big Race✨ | post-race recoverymental transition+3 | — | Running Explained | — | post-race bluesbase building+3 | — | 51m 09s | |
| 5/14/26 | Motherhood, Ultras & Letting Go of Perfection with Francesca Barbetta✨ | ultramarathon trainingmotherhood+5 | Francesca Barbetta | Running Explained | — | ultramarathonmotherhood+8 | — | 57m 29s | |
| 5/7/26 | ADHD, Anxiety, and Running: What No One Talks About with Mary Johnson✨ | ADHD in womenanxiety+5 | Mary Johnson | — | — | ADHDanxiety+8 | — | 1h 08m 02s | |
| 4/30/26 | Men’s Mental Health in Running: Breaking the Silence with Jason Bahamundi✨ | men's mental healthendurance sports+3 | Jason Bahamundi | RunTriMagRun Tri Bike | — | mental healthrunning+7 | — | 1h 16m 49s | |
| 4/23/26 | Post-Race Nutrition Explained: What to Eat After a Race to Recover Faster (with Sports Dietitian Meg Mahoney)✨ | post-race nutritionrecovery strategies+3 | Meg Mahoney | — | — | post-race nutritionrecovery+5 | WahooEXPLAINED | 1h 06m 10s | |
| 4/16/26 | If We Could Start Running Over, We’d Do These 6 Things Differently✨ | running journeytraining mistakes+4 | — | Running Explained | — | runningtraining+5 | — | 54m 52s | |
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| 4/9/26 | Race Day Prep: The Complete Blueprint to Run Your Best Race✨ | race day preparationlogistics+4 | — | KICKR RUN TREADMILL | — | race day prep5K+5 | WahooEXPLAINED | 1h 04m 49s | |
| 4/2/26 | Injured, Not Broken. How Runners Rebound after Setbacks w/ Carrie Jackson & Cindy Kuzma s6e10✨ | mental healthinjury recovery+4 | Cindy KuzmaCarrie Jackson | — | — | injurymental performance+7 | — | 1h 12m 08s | |
| 3/26/26 | Late Start? You're Not Behind! Chasing Olympic Dreams w/ Gabi Rooker s6e9✨ | late start in runningOlympic dreams+4 | Gabi Rooker | KICKR RUN TREADMILLNike+1 | — | runningmarathon+7 | WahooEXPL | 58m 31s | |
| 3/19/26 | Women in Sports Media and Running Storytelling w/ Ashley Mateo and Olivia Witherite✨ | women in sportssports media+5 | Ashley MateoOlivia Witherite | RunHer MagazineOnBase Collective | — | women's runningsports media+5 | — | 1h 02m 47s | |
| 3/12/26 | How to Rehab and Return to Running After Injury w/ Dr. Vicky Sekely✨ | rehabilitationrunning injuries+5 | Dr. Vicky Sekely | Georgetown University | — | running injuriesrehab+5 | WahooEXPLAINED | 1h 16m 38s | |
| 3/5/26 | The Hidden Struggles of Endurance Athletes with Stephanie Roth-Goldberg✨ | endurance sportseating disorders+5 | Stephanie Roth-Goldberg | — | — | endurance athleteseating disorders+5 | — | 1h 00m 57s | |
| 2/26/26 | Caring is Cool - A Discussion of Excellence with Author Brad Stulberg✨ | excellencepersonal growth+4 | Brad Stulberg | The Way of Excellence | — | excellencepersonal growth+5 | WahooEXPLAINED | 57m 58s | |
| 2/19/26 | The Highs & Lows of Competitive Running with Professional Runner Erika Kemp |s6e4✨ | competitive runningpersonal journey+5 | Erika Kemp | Brooks | Providence, R.I. | competitive athleterecord-breaking achievements+8 | — | 56m 11s | |
| 2/12/26 | Fueling for Spring Races: Insights from Holley Samuel | In this episode of the Running Explained Podcast, hosts Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava welcome sports dietitian Holley Samuel to discuss the critical role of nutrition in preparing for spring races. They explore the challenges of early season training, the importance of proper fueling, and the impact of new nutrition guidelines on runners. Holley shares insights on identifying under-fueling, practical fueling strategies for different types of runs, and the significance of recovery. The conversation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to nutrition, moving away from rigid diets and focusing on individual needs and performance.This episode is sponsored by Wahoo and their KICKR Run Treadmill. Hit the link to learn more about this revolutionary rethink of treadmills from: Dynamic Pacing (no controls just run) Terrain simulation (even side to side) Unmatch Connectivity (simulate routes from Strava and other third party apps). Go ahead and use code EXPLAINED and Run you Run!(00:00) Today's Guest Holley Samuel(05:09) The Importance of Nutrition in Training(15:36) Understanding Low Energy Availability(23:26) The Role of Professionals in Nutrition Guidance(32:38) Challenging the Skinny Equals Fast Narrative(35:14) The Importance of Proper Fueling(40:38) Redefining Success in Athletics(42:56) Pre-Run Nutrition Strategies(53:48) Fueling for Longer Runs(58:55) Rapid Fire Insights and AdviceHolley Samuel is the founder and owner of Holley Fueled Nutrition, a sports nutrition practice team of dietitians dedicated to helping runners learn how to fuel their bodies. She is a sports dietitian, certified personal trainer, runner, and lives in New Hampshire with her husband, son, and chocolate lab. Fueling people to perform at their highest level in sport and in life is her passion.Holley's WebsiteHolley's InstagramAmanda's InstagramNick's InstagramEmail - Hello@runningexplained.com🚨 1:1 COACHING SPOTS OPEN NOW 🚨Ready to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU?✅ Personalized training✅ Weekly support + adjustments✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goalsNot ready for a 1:1 Coach📝PDF Training Plan Templates available🤝Group Coaching, Strength Training and Unlimited access to all Training Plans available in The Run Club AppLearn more about all of this at RunningExplained.com | — | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | s6/e2 Who Gets to Run Freely? with Alison Mariella Désir | In this episode of the Running Explained podcast, hosts Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava welcome Alison Mariella Désir, author of 'Running While Black'. They discuss the importance of freedom of movement, the challenges faced by Black and Brown runners, and the significance of creating inclusive running communities. Alison shares her journey into running, the founding of Harlem Run, and her experiences as a mental health therapist. Alison also chats about her PBS TV Show: Out and Back. The conversation also touches on accountability and allyship within the running industry, emphasizing the need for empathy and curiosity in understanding diverse experiences.(00:00) Introduction to Alison Mariella Désir(03:31) Freedom of Movement and Safety in Running(06:26) Allison's Journey to Running and Community Building(10:27) The Impact of Harlem Run and Inclusivity in Running(16:08) Understanding Surveillance and Safety in Running While Black(19:12) Empathy, Curiosity, and Conversations about Race(23:00) Allison's PBS Show: Out and Back(29:45) Climbing Kilimanjaro and Community Empowerment(34:07) Overcoming Fear and Taking Action(36:45) The Role of Accountability in Achieving Goals(38:33) The Therapeutic Journey: Insights from Therapy(46:55) Accountability and Allyship in the Running Community(54:10) Empowerment and Community EngagementAlison Mariella Désir is multi-talented: a founder, a doer, an activist, a connector, a visionary and an unapologetically straightforward communicator with a passion for movement, mental health, and racial equity. Alison got her start in the running and outdoor industry unintentionally, after seeing a Black friend train and complete a marathon. Inspired, Alison went on to run her first marathon and discovered that she had found a powerful tool to manage her depression. She’s been working to share the transformational power of running and movement ever since.WebsiteInstagramPBS ShowAmanda IGNick IGEmail - Hello@runningexplained.com🚨 1:1 COACHING SPOTS OPEN NOW 🚨Ready to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU?✅ Personalized training✅ Weekly support + adjustments✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goalsNot ready for a 1:1 Coach📝PDF Training Plan Templates available🤝Group Coaching, Strength Training and Unlimited access to all Training Plans available in The Run Club AppLearn more about all of this at www.runningexplained.com | — | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | s6/e1 8 Proven Ways to Make Your Running Routine Last | In this episode of The Running Explained podcast, hosts Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava discuss eight proven ways to maintain a running routine beyond January. They emphasize the importance of mapping out a routine, starting small, setting realistic goals, and being flexible. The conversation also highlights the significance of consistency over performance, the role of mindset in running, and the benefits of external accountability. The hosts share personal anecdotes and practical tips to help listeners enjoy their running journey and stay motivated throughout the year.(00:00) Welcome to Season 6(05:27) Proven Ways to Sustain Your Running Routine(11:16) Start Small for Big Wins(14:05) Set Realistic Goals Based on Your Life(23:20) Stacking Habits for Success(31:20) Consistency Over Metrics(33:42) The Importance of Consistency(35:43) Mindset Matters: Overcoming Mental Barriers(38:29) Setting Process Goals for Success(43:46) Flexibility in Training Plans(49:42) The Role of External AccountabilityAmanda - @amanda_katzzNick - @nklastavaThrough Running Explained, We offer training plans, online courses, and 1:1 coaching designed to help runners achieve their goals while avoiding the common pitfalls of overtraining, underfueling, and burnout. Whether you’re training for your first half marathon or chasing a new PR, our guidance will help you train smarter, race stronger, and love the journey.📲 Learn more at www.runnningexplained.com📢 Follow on Instagram: @runningexplained | — | ||||||
| 12/11/25 | Passing the Baton: The Next Era of Running Explained | In this episode, Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava introduce themselves as the new hosts of the Running Explained podcast, taking over from Elisabeth. They discuss their excitement for the upcoming season, their vision for the podcast, and their commitment to making running more accessible and enjoyable for all listeners. The hosts emphasize the importance of community and invite feedback from listeners as they transition into this new chapter.Amanda - @amanda_katzzNick - @nklastavaEmail - Hello@runningexplained.com🚨 1:1 COACHING SPOTS OPEN NOW 🚨Ready to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU?✅ Personalized training✅ Weekly support + adjustments✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goalsGo to https://www.runningexplained.com/runcoaching to learn more! | — | ||||||
| 8/21/25 | s5/e28 Running Shoe Reviews, Ethics, and Evolution with Kofuzi | In this episode, I sit down with Mike Ko, better known online as Kofuzi, to talk about his evolution from everyday runner to one of the most trusted voices in running shoe reviews on YouTube. We dive into the intersection of gear, performance, and personal preference, and how the right shoes can change everything about your running experience.What You'll Learn:How Kofuzi turned his casual runs into a full-blown content careerWhy there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to running shoesHow to think critically about reviews and gear hypeThe role of comfort, tech, and transparency in today’s running gearWhat to look for when building your own shoe rotationChapters:00:00 Introducing YouTube Creator Kofuzi10:09 Kofuzi’s YouTube Origins: From Runner to Reviewer14:46 Authenticity, Honesty, and Ethics Online19:32 Negative Reviews Online22:29 Individual Preferences with Running Shoes29:49 What to Look For in Running Shoes38:15 Quality vs Quantity43:53 Developing a Shoe Rotation48:09 How Long Do Running Shoes Last?55:16 How Mileage Impacts a Shoe01:05:10 Advancements in Shoe Technology01:12:23 What's Next for Kofuzi and Where to Find HimConnect with Kofuzi:Instagram: instagram.com/kofuziYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kofuzi--🚨 1:1 COACHING SPOTS OPEN NOW 🚨Ready to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU?✅ Personalized training✅ Weekly support + adjustments✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goalsGo to https://www.runningexplained.com/runcoaching to learn more! Research & production assistance by Sophie van Leeuwen | — | ||||||
| 8/1/25 |  s5/e25 Gummy Bears, Hobbiton, and Doing “Just Enough”: A Real Runner Chat with Dr. Marie Whitt | Dr. Marie Witt is BACK for her fifth time on the podcast (aka the Five-Peat!), and this episode is a little more casual and a whole lot of fun. We’re talking about… well, a little bit of everything:– Gummy bear fueling and why sour candy hits different– What happens when your miles slow way down in the summer heat– Shoes, Hobbiton, Regency costumes, and other delightful detours– The “minimum effective dose” approach to strength training– And why doing less is often the smartest move a runner can makeWe talk about the pressure to do more, what it really means to be consistent, and how to respect your body without losing your goals. And yes, we get a little nerdy, because obviously. It’s us.If you need a reminder that running is supposed to be fun, that you don’t have to earn your worth in mileage, and that play is part of the process... this one’s for you.💥 LAST CHANCE: ROAD TO RACE DAY KICKS OFF AUG 4!If you’re training for the Philly Half or Full and want personalized coaching, a supportive group, expert guidance, and race weekend fun—this is it! Don’t miss your chance to join.👉 runningexplained.com/roadtoraceday—🔗 Links & Resources:Check out her FREE Achilles Recovery Toolkit!Research & production assistance by Sophie van Leeuwen | — | ||||||
| 7/24/25 |  s5/e24 Breaking4, Boston Qualifying Changes, and the Big Business of Women’s Sports with Jonathan Levitt | This week, I'm joined by the one and only Jon Levitt, host of For the Long Run and Long Run Labs, endurance athlete, and resident expert in both running and running-adjacent banter.What starts as a lighthearted chat about favorite running shoes (RIP Pegasus 34), run fuel (blue raspberry forever), and dream races (Tokyo, anyone?) turns into a deeply thoughtful conversation about what it means to push yourself to the edge... and what happens when you go past it.We dive into:🎯 The anatomy of a moonshot: Was the Breaking4 Project to break 4 minutes in the mile by a woman a marketing stunt or a meaningful milestone?🧠 The shared psychology of suffering: Why elite runners and mid-packers alike know what it feels like to “bleed” in the third lap💥 What makes a mile so compelling (and painful) to run and watch🥵 Downhill marathons, Boston qualifiers, and the not-so-free speed myth💬 What we talk about when we talk about toughness, exclusivity, and why not every goal should be easyPlus: a very scientific game of “Strava Caption or Shenanigans,” Taylor Swift references, and a reminder that running a hard mile might just change your life.🧭 Resources & Links:Follow Jon on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jwlevittListen to For the Long Run and Long Run Labshttps://shorturl.at/i7pRU----🏃♀️ Running Explained is here to help you run smarter, get faster, and feel more confident in your training. From trusted education to real-world coaching support, we’ve got what you need: no fluff, no gimmicks, just evidence-based guidance that works.🎙 Podcast & Blog: Free, accessible, no-BS running education📨 The Weekly Stride: Your favorite running newsletter📲 The Run Club App: Training plans + strength work in one place📋 Downloadable Training Plans: Built for real life and real results🏅 1:1 Coaching: Personalized guidance with expert support🔗 Start here → runningexplained.comResearch & production assistance by Sophie van Leeuwen | — | ||||||
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Chart Positions
49 placements across 45 markets.
Chart Positions
49 placements across 45 markets.