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THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST
The Running Effect tells the best stories in running—and turns them into insight, inspiration, and tools to help competitive runners become greater. Every week, host Dominic Schlueter sits down with the fastest, smartest, and most inspiring people in the sport—from Olympic medalists to breakthrough athletes—to unpack the stories, lessons, and mindset behind elite performance. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or looking to understand how greatness is built, The Running Effect will make you…
Episodes
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTHigh School Superstar Bethany Michalak On Running 4:37 In The Mile, Placing 3rd at NXN, & Her Future Ambitions
Today on the podcast is one of the biggest stars in the country currently, Bethany Michalak! For those unfamilar with Bethany, she holds PRs of 4:37 (Mile)…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTChasing The Dream: Patrick Koon's Journey From Running At 4yrs Old To Commiting To Stanford
Today on the podcast is the one and only Patrick Koon! If you're not familiar with Patrick, he has been on an absolute tear over the past few years. He holds…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTNorth Carolina's Parker Wolfe On His Pursuit Of Trying To Become One Of The Best To Ever Do It
Today on the podcast is one of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the NCAA Parker Wolfe! Parker is an extraordinary athlete and scholar, having achieved…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTCreating A Footwear Revolution With Galahad Clark | The History Of Running Shoes + Inside The Shoe That Increases Foot Strength By 60%!
Today on the podcast is the one and only, Galahad Clark! Galahad Clark is a seventh-generation cobbler. His ancestors founded Clark's shoes, and he is now the…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTVirgina's Nate Mountain On Humble Beginnings & His Rise To The Top Of The NCAA
Today on the podcast is the legend, Nate Mountain! Nate is the only guest in the history of this podcast thus far that I've personally competed against. If…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 8: Training Updates + Should You Train Through Sickness?, Doing Hard Things & Fueling For The Marathon
EPISODE 8! In today's episode, Alex and I recap the past week of training (or lack thereof); Alex and I discuss some recent training, gaining some momentum…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTThe Story Of NCAA 200m Champion Udodi Onwuzurike | Running For Stanford/Nigeria, Becoming World Champ, & More
Today on the podcast is NCAA Champion from Stanford Udodi Onwuzurike! Udodi is a highly accomplished track and field athlete known for his exceptional speed…
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Unlocking Peak Performance: Harnessing the Power of Your Mind With Mental Performance Expert Shannon Thompson
Today's podcast is an exploration into the world of mental performance and simple practical ways in which you can improve it to ultimately improve yourself as…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTHow Fueling Can Help You Cut Minutes Off Of Your Time: Inside The Fuel That Eliud Kipchoge & Keely Hodgkinson Use With Brian Livingston
Today on the podcast is Brian Livingston! Brian is the West Coast Marketplace Lead for Maurten, the fueling company that is used by the likes of Eliud Kipchoge…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 7: The Science Of Building/Losing Fitness, Dealing With Doubts, & Building Momentum
EPISODE 7! In today's episode, Alex and I recap the past week of training (or lack thereof), how to not overthink pain, but also be rational about what your…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTACC Champion Ethan Strand On His Pursuit Of Greatness Within The NCAA
Today on the podcast is ACC Champion, Ethan Strand! If you're not familiar with Ethan, he is a standout athlete whose achievements in both track and field and…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTOn & Canada's Ben Flanagan Shares His Reflections From The Most Succesful Season Of His Career
Fresh off of his first World Championships appearance is the one and only Ben Flanagan! If you're not familiar with Ben, he has slowly cemented himself as one…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 6: An Unexpected Test + What To Do In Situations Where You Have No Control
EPISODE 6! In today's episode, Alex and I recap my best week of training in quite some time. We dive into two specific workouts on opposite ends of the…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTRun For Something Bigger Than Yourself With NCAA Champion Olivia Howell
Today on the podcast is NCAA Champion, Olivia Howell! If you're not familiar with Olivia, she is a remarkable athlete with a string of impressive…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTRunning Through Hell: The Full Untold Story Of Easton Creed Allred
Today's episode is one of the most touching stories we've ever told on the podcast. Today, I have the extreme privilege of sharing the full story of Easton…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTNCAA Champ & HOKA Pro Runner Olin Hacker On His Pursuit Of Greatness
Today on the podcast is the one and only, Olin Hacker! Olin, a talented and dedicated runner hailing from Madison, Wisconsin, established himself as a rising…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 5: Time To Get Gritty
EPISODE 5! In today's episode, I recap my best week of training in the past year and a half. Alex and I then dive into some Listener Qs, followed by a…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTAmerican Record Holder Parker Stinson Shares Untold Stories From His Past Including Why He Almost Retired & More
Today's podcast is one of the best we've ever released. It is entertaining, deep, impactful, and will leave you walking away hearing one of the best stories…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTMaster Of Change: How To Thrive In The Changes Of Your Life With Sustainability Expert Brad Stulberg
Change. It's something we all experience and grapple with. For athletes, change is a constant, and something that most regularly struggle to handle. Today, my…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 4: Don't Count The Days, Make The Days Count.
EPISODE 4! In today's episode, Alex and I recap recent training, go into the intention for the week, being where your feet are, and much more. I hope you all…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTHigh School Sensation Jane Hedengren Shares Her Story, Running 4:35 In The Mile As A Sophomore, & Future Goals
Today on the podcast is one of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the country, Jane Hedengren! This past sophomore year, she set state records in the…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTNCAA Champ, Team USA Member, & 3:51 Miler Joe Waskom Shares Stories From His Triumphs
Today on the podcast is one of the most accomplished NCAA runners of all-time (and he's not done yet!), Joe Waskom. If you're not familiar with Joe, he boasts…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTAn Inside Look At Being A World Class Athletic Trainer With Sarah Bair-Cross; Athletic Trainer For The Brooks Beasts
Today on the podcast is Sarah Bair-Cross! You've heard of the Brooks Beast, and I'm almost certain you've heard of your new World Champion in the 1500m, Josh…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 3: How To Build Confidence, Detachment From Outcome, & Jakob Ingebrigtsen
EPISODE 3! In today's episode, I recap the last week of training, which included some big positives, and another low, all things confidence, a little World…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTNAU's Coach Jarred Cornfield On Creating A Culture Of Excllence | Lessons From Winning Six NCAA Titles In Seven Years + Coaching Nico Young, Abdi Nur, Luis Grijalva & More.
Today on the podcast is NAU's Assistant Coach Jarred Cornfield! Coach Cornfield, with a background in Sports Management and a master's degree in Educational…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTDream On: Stanford's Juliette Whittaker Shares Her Pursuit Of Greatness
Today's episode is one I've been wanting to make happen for over a year now! I have the extreme privilege of speaking with Juliette Whittaker. Juliette is an…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 2: Injuries: The Practical, Scientific, and Everything In-Between To Beat Your Next Injury
EPISODE 2! Today is all about (or 90% about, I suppose) injuries. I had a little hiccup last week, so Alex and I thought this was the perfect opportunity to…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTThe Dark Side Of The Sport With Sam Parsons | An Honest Look At The Highs & Lows Of Running
You ask, we deliver. Sam Parsons is back on the podcast. Professional runner for Tinman Elite, Adidas, and Germany. Sam holds PRs of 3:36.22 (1500m), 3:55.81…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTAn Unfiltered Conversation With The King Of Iowa: Jackson Heidesch
Back on the podcast for his third appearance is The King Of Iowa. He also goes by the name of Jackson Heidesch. If you want to be a fly on the wall for a…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTA Conversation With Connor Burns & Simeon Birnbaum Before They Overtake The NCAA
Back like they never left are your favorite villains, The Prblm Child Of Running Connor Burns and Himeon Birnbaum. Before they leave for Oregon and take on the…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTPROJECT 2:59 Episode 1: Inside Trying To Run A Marathon Time That 96% Of Marathon Runners Haven't
Introducing Project 2:59! Over the next nine weeks, I will be documenting my preparation and lead-up to the 2023 Columbus Marathon that will take place on…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTCoach Chris Miltenberg On The Attributes It Takes To Be World Class | Insights From Coaching Grant Fisher, Sean McGorty, Elise Cranny & More
Today's podcast guest was one of my dream guests for the past few years. His name is Coach Chris Miltenberg, and he has heavily influenced many of the…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTRunning Towards Greatness: 4:01 HS Miler Clay Shively Shares His Story | An Inside Look At The Next Great Star
Today on the podcast is the one and only, Clay Shively! Clay runs for his high school Wichita Trinity Academy and ran 4:01.47 in mile at this year's Festival…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTCoach Elizabeth DeBole On Coaching Stanford Legends + Helping High School Athletes Reach Their Dreams & Get Recruited
Today on the podcast is the distinguished Coach Elizabeth DeBole! Elizabeth DeBole is a highly accomplished and respected coach known for her exceptional work…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTThe Story Of Isaiah Harris: From Tough Beginnings To The World Championships
Today on the podcast is Isiah Harris! Isaiah runs for the Brooks Beast. Isaiah most recently placed second at this year's US Championships by running a time of…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTRun For Something More Than Yourself: 3:57 Miler Austen Dalquist Shares His Journey
Today on the podcast is one of the kindest souls alive, Austen Dalquist! Austen is a professional runner for Roots Running based in Boulder, Colorado. He holds…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTRhythms of Success: US Champion Nia Akins' Harmonious Pursuits Of Track & Music
Today on the podcast is your 2023 Women's 800m Champion, Nia Akins! Nia is an outstanding track and field athlete with an impressive list of accomplishments…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTWinning The US Championships While Working Two Side Jobs: An Inside Look At The Incredible Story Of Freddie Crittenden
Today on the podcast is a US Champ, Freddie Crittenden! This is one of my all-time favorite episodes of the podcast. Freddie's story is nothing short of…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTThe King Of Comebacks: How Setbacks Have Propelled Sean McGorty Forward + Exclusive Stories From His Historic 2023 Season
Today on the podcast is a man who has been on fire recently, Sean McGorty! Sean is an OG guest of The Running Effect, so it is always a joy to bring him back…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTDuke's Coach Angela Reckart On Building Successful Programs & Coaching Successful Athletes
Today on the podcast is Coach Angela Reckart! Coach Angela Reckart, the head coach of men's and women's cross country and assistant coach of track & field…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTInside The Mind Of The US Steeplechase Champion Krissy Gear + An Exclusive Look At Her Incredible Season
Today on the podcast is your 2023 USATF Steeplechase Champion, Krusty Gear! Krissy runs for HOKA NAZ Elite. Originally from Fort Myers, Florida, she was a…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTSinclaire Johnson Goes Deep On The Peaks & Valleys Of The Sport
I am absolutely thrilled to welcome onto the podcast the one and only Sinclaire Johnson! Sinclaire was the 2022 US Champion in the 1500m and placed 4th at this…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTWorld Renowned Performance Chef, Runner, & Entrepreneur Dan Churchill | Lessons From Living A Life Of Excellence
Today I have the extreme privilege of speaking with the one and only, Dan Churchill! Dan Churchill is a highly accomplished Australian chef, author, and…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTBelieve In Yourself: A Conversation With NCAA 1500m Champion Maia Ramsden | An Inside Look At Her Incredible Story
Today on the podcast is your 2023 NCAA Women's Champion, Maia Ramsden! Maia runs for Harvard University where she has contributed to the storied program over…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTTennessee's Coach Sean Carlson On What It Takes To Be Great + Lessons From Coaching Yared Nuguse, Dylan Jacobs, & Yaseen Abdalla
Today is one of the most accomplished coaches in NCAA history, Coach Sean Carlson. Coach Sean Carlson leads the men's and women's cross country and distance…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTTaylor Rohatinsky Shares Her Story Of Running For BYU & A 4:33 Mile After Only Two Years Of Running + Exclusive Stories With Sadie Engelhardt
Today on the podcast is Taylor Rohatinsky! Taylor Rohatinsky has established herself as a notable athlete at Brigham Young University (BYU), ranking fifth…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTAn Inside Look At Sophia Kennedy's Pursuit Of Greatness | Stanford Commit, Indiana State Champ, and Daughter of Olympian Bob Kennedy
Today on the podcast is my very fast friend Sophia Kennedy! Sophia Kennedy has slowly cemented herself as one of the greatest runners in Indiana state history…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTBeyond The Trophy: Will Sumner's Pursuit Of Greatness + Exclusive Insights From His 800m NCAA Win
Today on the podcast is NCAA Champion & Professional Runner for Adidas, Will Sumner! Will recently competed at the 2023 USATF Track & Field Championships in…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTA Conversation With The US Steeple Champ & NCAA Champ Kenneth Rooks
Today on the podcast is your 2023 US National Champion in the Steeple as well as your 2023 NCAA 3k Steeple Men's Champion, Kenneth Rooks! Kenneth Rooks is a…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTSend It: Inside The Mind & Journey Of NCAA Steeple Champ Olivia Markezich
Today on the podcast is the one and only Olivia Markezich! Olivia is an extraordinary athlete who has left an indelible mark in the NCAA. Her biggest…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTInside History: A Conversation With Ky Robinson After Winning The 5k & 10k NCAA Titles
Fresh off of making history, Ky Robinson returns to the podcast! Ky made history in Austin Texas this past June by winning the dirty double in dominate…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTThe Incredible Story Of Cordell Tinch: From College Dropout To NCAA Champion In One Year
Today on the podcast is the biggest up and coming star in the world of Track and Field, Cordell Tinch. Just a year ago, Cordell Tinch wasn't in college, yet…
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Fueling Champions: Unleashing Performance Through Nutrition With Registered Dietitian Jennifer Ho MS, RD
Jennifer Ho is a highly accomplished Registered Dietatian with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, a minor in Nutrition, and a Master of Science in Nutrition…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTThe Inside Scoop With The Villains: Simeon Birnbaum & Connor Burns Speak On Their Remarkable Championship Seasons
Back like they never left, the villains return to the podcast... After a dominant month of June, where records were broken, and championships were won, all…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTFrom Down Under To The Height Of The NCAA: The Inspiring Story Of Imogen Barrett
Today on the podcast is the individual with the single best voice in the NCAA, Imogen Barrett. Imogen Barrett is a standout athlete with an impressive track…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTHarvard's Graham Blanks On Placing 2nd At NCAAs, Alcohol, Napoleon Dynamite, & Philosophy
Today on the podcast is Harvard legend and up and coming NCAA star Graham Blanks. Graham Blanks is a remarkable athlete who competes for Harvard University. He…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTThe Inside Scoop With Parker Valby: Winning NCAAs, Getting Scammed $20k, & Hilarious Stories
Today on the podcast is the one and only Parker Valby! Parker Valby is an exceptional athlete who has made a lasting impact in both track and field and cross…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTAn Honest and Vulnerable Conversation With Roisin Willis: A Raw Discussion On Mental Health, Insomnia, & More.
Today's conversation with Roisin Willis is one of the most important and impactful conversations I've ever released. Normally I write fancy bio's about the…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTRunning Towards Greatness: Inside The Journey Of Hoka Professional Runner & NCAA All-American Abby Nichols
Today I have the privilege of speaking with Abby Nichols! I had the great honor of doing a live podcast with Abby this past month in St. Louis the evening…
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTInside The Mind Of Stanford's Coach Ricardo Santos: How He Coaches World Class Athletes & Teams + Coaching Charles Hicks & Ky Robinson To NCAA Titles
What does it take to be a good coach? What does it take to lead others to success? We explore these questions and many more with the one and only Coach Ricardo…