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The Running Channel Podcast

The Running Channel

237 episodes

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world and answers to your burning running questions. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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  1. 151: Here's What People Are Getting Wrong With Marathons

    · 46 min · S1 E151

    In episode 151 we're talking about marathons! Rick has started thinking about marathon training (finally) and it's time to tell him what not to do and what to do in order to line up and be ready to tackle 26.2 miles.…

  2. 150: The Big Running Quiz Of The Year 2025

    · 36 min · S1 E150

    In episode 150 it's quiz time!! Do you rate your running knowledge? Well put it to the test and see how you fair against Andy, Rick and Sarah. The trio are fighting it out to see who wins the 2025 running quiz of the…

  3. 149: How Adding in 1 Run Transformed My Running Fitness

    · 35 min · S1 E149

    In episode 149 Rick, Sarah and Tom dive into how adding another run could mean big things for your running and how it's given Tom the motivation he was lacking! The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each…

  4. 148: 'My Body Was At Its Limit - I Was Broken' Valencia 2025 Debrief

    · 47 min · S1 E148

    Andy gives a full debrief just hours after running the Valencia Marathon, where he was aiming to break 2 hours 50 minutes. He dives into his training block, race-day nerves, and the atmosphere out on the course. It’s a…

  5. 147: Should You Always Train with a Running Watch?

    · 44 min · S1 E147

    Have you ever run without a running watch? Does it count if it's not on Strava? Well, there may be some hidden benefits to training without a watch that you don't know about! Andy, Sarah and Rick all have various…

  6. 146: "He Will Do Something Special" - Andy's Running Valencia

    · 55 min · S1 E146

    In episode 146, Andy and Sarah are joined by Andy’s running coach and best friend Andy Hobdell. Andy H has guided Andy B throughout his professional career, and their partnership remains as strong as ever as Andy B…

  7. 145: Has Trail Running Taken Over?

    · 50 min · S1 E145

    Is there a trail running boom happening within a running boom? Why are more runners hitting the trails than seemingly ever before? Well.. Andy, Sarah and Rick investigate. Also in this episode, Sarah speaks with Sam…

  8. 144: What Supplements Are Runners Taking And Why?

    · 47 min · S1 E144

    Runners often turn to supplements to help meet the demands of training, recovery and peak performance. In this episode, we unpack how supplements can complement a strong foundation of nutrition, structured training,…

  9. 143: "This Nearly Made Me Quit Running"

    · 40 min · S1 E143

    This week, Andy, Sarah, and Rick explore how comparing yourself to others can shape and sometimes sabotage your performance. Andy reflects on how comparison impacted his Olympic career, Rick opens up about measuring…

  10. 142: Sarah Ran A Marathon In A Mine & Tom's Terrified About His First Ultra

    · 45 min · S1 E142

    Sarah’s just returned from Sweden, where she ran a marathon 1,300 meters underground - yes... UNDERGROUND! Wearing a hard hat and head torch, and barely able to see a few meters ahead, she braved the heat, humidity…

  11. 141: How Does Breathing Affect Your Running?

    · 46 min · S1 E141

    After Rick’s tirade last week about a fellow Parkrunner’s heavy breathing, the team are back to explore the science behind how breathing affects your running. What’s really happening to your lungs and body when you…

  12. FREE BONUS CONTENT: Unfiltered Opinions on Running’s Biggest Trends

    · 20 min · S1 E1

    Every week, we publish an exclusive bonus episode of The Running Channel Club Podcast, giving you access to more running science, unfiltered banter and some seriously fierce debates. From deep dives into the science…

  13. 140: Are We In The Middle of a Running BOOM?

    · 47 min · S1 E140

    In 2025, is running bigger than ever? Andy, Rick and Sarah explore the possible causes as to why running is so popular. From health trends and mental wellness to the influence of social media. Race participation is at…

  14. Discover Rick's Everyday Escape

    · 15 min · S1 E3

    ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits. In this…

  15. Discover Sarah's Everyday Escape

    · 16 min · S1 E2

    ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits. In this…

  16. Discover Andy's Everyday Escape

    · 16 min · S1 E1

    ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits. In this…

  17. 139: Key Strength and Conditioning Tips For Marathon Training

    · 49 min · S1 E139

    In episode 139, Andy and Rick are joined by The Running Channel's Anna Harding to discuss the importance of strength and conditioning for runners, how it improves overall performance and helps prevent injuries and the…

  18. 138: How To Stay Motivated in Running

    · 42 min · S1 E138

    Andy, Rick, and Sarah are BACK from Tokyo! It’s no secret that everyday life - from work stress to fatigue, can drain your motivation to run. Maybe you're trying to balance a hectic schedule, dealing with bad weather,…

  19. EP9: Records, Rain and the Curtain all Fall on Final Day of the World Championships

    · 31 min · S1 E9

    In the final episode in our 10 Days in Tokyo series - Andy, Rick and Sarah were left speechless in the Women's 800m Final, in awe at the Men's 5000m Final and in disbelief as the heavens opened and rain caused an…

  20. EP8: First-Ever Shared Medal in the Heptathlon & Sarah Orders Chips at a Sushi Bar

    · 31 min · S1 E8

    It's Day 8 of our 10 Days in Tokyo series - following the World Athletics Championships! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the Championships…

  21. EP7: Lyles & Hunt Shine in the 200m Finals & Rick Legs It at a Tokyo Parkrun

    · 36 min · S1 E7

    It's Day 7 of our 10 Days in Tokyo series - following the World Athletics Championships! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the Championships…

  22. EP6: Keely Hodgkinson in Cruise Control & Andy's Run With Japanese Celeb

    · 38 min · S1 E6

    It's Day 6 of our 10 Days in Tokyo series - following the World Athletics Championships! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the Championships…

  23. EP5: Underdog Glory in the Men's 1500m & We Made Chopsticks

    · 32 min · S1 E5

    It's Day 5 of our 10 Days in Tokyo series - following the World Athletics Championships! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the Championships…

  24. EP4: Faith Kipyegon Dominates the 1500m & Rick Makes Matcha

    · 35 min · S1 E4

    It's Day 4 of our 10 Days in Tokyo series - following the World Athletics Championships! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the Championships…

  25. EP3: Heroic Pole Vault WR, DQ for “jostling” & Rick’s Anime Fascination

    · 36 min · S1 E3

    Welcome to Day 3 of 10 Days in Tokyo! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the World Athletics Championships - along with exclusive…

  26. EP2: Closest Finish In Marathon History and Sarah Gets Lost Inside The Stadium

    · 37 min · S1 E2

    Welcome to Day 2 of 10 Days in Tokyo! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the World Athletics Championships - along with exclusive…

  27. EP1: Shock Exits & Marathon Sprint Finish - BTS at Tokyo World Championships

    · 35 min · S1 E1

    Welcome to 10 Days in Tokyo with The Running Channel podcast, as Andy, Rick, and Sarah bring you exclusive behind-the-scenes coverage of the World Athletics Championships - every day for the next nine days, right here…

  28. 137: Running Through Joy, Grief and Everything In Between

    · 47 min · S1 E137

    In episode 137, Rick and Sarah are joined by Presenter Jess to recap her incredible achievement of running 8 marathons in 8 days, part of her broader challenge to complete 42 marathons this year in memory of her…

  29. 136: What To Expect At Your Autumn Marathon

    · 1 h 00 min · S1 E136

    Andy, Rick, and Sarah host this week's episode at Garmin's HQ in Southampton, UK, in front of a live audience as they dive into exactly what you can expect at your autumn marathon training. From training tips to race…

  30. 135: Training Cycles Explained – Base, Build, Peak, Taper…

    · 57 min · S1 E135

    Andy, Rick, and Tom dive into some running jargon and break down the different types of training cycles... what they mean, how to do them, how they should feel, and why they benefit your overall training. Plus, we’ve…

  31. 134: Performance vs Integrity: The Doping Debate

    · 1 h 03 min · S1 E134

    In this week's episode, we're joined by The Guardian's Chief Sports Reporter, Sean Ingle, for a deep dive into doping in the world of running. We explore how athletes dope, why they do it, major historical…

  32. 133: Run or Rest? The Holiday Dilemma for Runners

    · 45 min · S1 E133

    The Running Channel podcast trio are reunited once again as they dive into the classic holiday dilemma: to run or to rest? Everyone has their own personal preference - for some, running shoes are the first thing…

  33. 132: The Truth About Caffeine: Performance, Dosage & Timing

    · 53 min · S1 E132

    Caffeine is the most researched and widely used psychoactive substance in the world — but how much do you really know about it? This week, nutritionist Siân Seccombe joins Sarah and Rick for a deep dive into how…

  34. 131: Does Running With Someone Make You Faster?

    · 42 min · S1 E131

    Rick and Sarah are joined this week by The Running Channel’s own Tom Dunn as they dive into a hotly debated topic: can running with someone actually make you faster? As expected, opinions are divided on the podcast -…

  35. 130: We Ask A Psychologist Your Running Questions

    · 1 h 00 min · S1 E130

    In this week's episode, Sarah and Rick speak with sports psychologist Dr. Josie Perry about the common mental barriers runners face - from comparing ourselves to others, to making the leap between distances, and…

  36. 129: These Workouts Will Make You A Faster Runner

    · 46 min · S1 E129

    *Vote for us (your favourite podcast) in this year’s British Podcast Awards! Just type in "The Running Channel" when you vote. Voting closes on the 8th September. https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting* Andy and…

  37. 128: Are Too Many People Running Marathons?

    · 44 min · S1 E128

    *Vote for us (your favourite podcast) in this year’s British Podcast Awards! Just type in "The Running Channel" when you vote. Voting closes on the 8th September. https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting* Running a…

  38. 127: How Hard Is It To Run A 4 Minute Mile?

    · 45 min · S1 E127

    *Vote for us (your favourite podcast) in this year’s British Podcast Awards! Just type in "The Running Channel" when you vote. Voting closes on the 8th September. https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting* This…

  39. 126: Are You Wearing The Wrong Running Shoes?

    · 45 min · S1 E126

    Rick’s Challenge review might just change your mind about running in the heat. If Rick can use the CORE 2 Thermo Sensor and feel the benefits - anyone can! To learn how the sensor monitors your core temperature and how…

  40. 125: What Age Do You Peak as a Runner?

    · 45 min · S1 E125

    Can you peak as a runner? It’s the age-old question… Andy, Rick, and Sarah cover a variety of running distances and explore the age at which you're most likely to hit your peak. It's never too late to start running -…

  41. 124: Running Myth Explained... Running Slow Makes You Faster

    · 47 min · S1 E124

    We’ve got another myth-busting episode lined up this week as Andy, Rick, and Sarah explore whether running slower in training can actually make you a faster runner. Andy’s adamant that most runners train too fast,…

  42. 123: Do You Really Need To Stretch After A Run? The Debate

    · 44 min · S1 E123

    Sarah's back from holiday and also back to keep Andy and Rick in check! The trio this week are discussing whether you need to stretch after every run and what the benefits and potential drawbacks to stretching are.…

  43. 122: How Can I Run Fast With A Low Heart Rate?

    · 47 min · S1 E122

    With Sarah still on holiday, Rick and Andy are left to their own devices this week as they explore how to run fast while keeping a low heart rate. They break down the science, training structures, and heart rate zones,…

  44. 121: Best vs Worst Foods To Eat Before And After A Run

    · 48 min · S1 E121

    Sarah is on holiday this week, so Andy and Rick are joined by nutrition expert, running enthusiast, and content creator Sian Seccombe to unpack the best — and worst — foods to eat before and after a run. It’s a…

  45. 120: How To Get Faster At Running

    · 42 min · S1 E120

    Running fast is completely subjective — but every runner has the potential to get faster, if they choose to. So this week on The Running Channel Podcast, we’re discussing how you can motivate and push yourself to…

  46. 119: Is Running Actually Good For You?

    · 41 min · S1 E119

    If you're listening to this podcast, there's a good chance you love running as much as we do! But is running actually good for you? Andy, Rick, and Sarah break down the physical and psychological effects running has on…

  47. 118: Is It Good To Set Scary Running Goals?

    · 43 min · S1 E118

    This episode is for EVERY runner. Setting a new running goal can be scary - but is that a good thing or a bad thing? The team are back from a hectic week at the London Marathon Clubhouse, and now that the dust has…

  48. 116: What Is The Hardest Running Distance To Train For?

    · 41 min · S1 E116

    Andy, Rick, and Sarah have collectively trained for and raced just about every distance — now they're debating which one is the hardest to train for! Each of them has strong opinions, and we want to hear yours too —…

  49. 115: Top 10 Tips For 24 Hours Before Race Day

    · 47 min · S1 E115

    Are you taking on a race soon? We know there's so much to consider and it can sometimes feel overwhelming — so Andy, Rick, and Sarah share their own top tips for the 24 hours before race day as well as tips from the…

  50. 114: Food vs Gels - How To Optimise Your Long Run Fuelling

    · 42 min · S1 E114

    Are you tuning into this podcast during a long run? Are you properly fuelling? And if so, with what? Join Andy, Rick, and Sarah as they explore the ins and outs of optimising your long run fuelling. They’ll break down…

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