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The Running Explained Podcast
Hosted by multi-certified run coaches and fitness professionals, Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava, The Running Explained Podcast is your go-to resource for actionable insights, expert tips and motivating advice to help you become the best runner you can be. We take a science-backed approach to running and fitness, offering practical strategies for athletes at all stages of their journey. Whether you're struggling with injury, wondering how to fuel your long runs or trying to nail your race day…
Episodes
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Fueling the Off Season and Surviving the Holidays with Claire Shorenstein, RD
Your race is done. Your carb needs are not. Sports dietitian Claire Shorenstein explains how runners should fuel the off season and the holidays. Coach Nick…
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Sara Hall on Marathon Recovery, For The Love Of The Grind, and Racing Past 40
Pro marathoner Sara Hall joins Coach Nick and Coach Amanda one week after the Chicago Marathon to talk marathon recovery, motherhood, and her memoir, For the…
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Olympian Carrie Tollefson Chicago Marathon From the Broadcast Booth, Running Identity, and Finding Joy
Olympian Carrie Tollefson joins Coach Amanda and Coach Nick days after broadcasting the 2026 Chicago Marathon. Carrie made the 2004 Olympic team in the 1500m…
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Marathon Recovery and Why Recovery Starts Before Race Day
How long should you rest after a marathon? Coach Amanda (fresh off her fall marathon) and Coach Nick cover marathon recovery from taper week to your first run…
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Runner Q&A with Sports Dietitian Stevie Lyn Smith: Carbs Per Hour, Ferritin, Burnout, and First Marathons
We did an old fashioned listener Q&A, and because you all sent in a stack of nutrition questions, we called in the big guns: sports dietitian Stevie Lyn Smith…
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Bone Density, Menopause & Marathon Training
Coach Amanda and Coach Nick talk masters running with coach Kim Nedeau (Training Inclined) about how mileage, recovery, and strength work should change after…
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Ferritin, Iron & Anemia and What the Labs Really Mean
A single ferritin test isn't the whole story. Coach Nick and Coach Amanda talk with sports dietitian Callie Roseland about the difference between low ferritin…
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Strength Training for Runners: The 5-Move Formula You Need (w/ Natalie LaMendola, DPT)
Strength training gets thrown around as a cure-all for runners: fix your injury, run faster, never break down. Coach Nick and Coach Amanda sit down with…
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The Carb Ceiling Myth and What Actually Fuels a Long Run
The 60g-an-hour carb ceiling isn't real, it was just the limit of one transporter. Sports dietitians Emma Harvie and Jaclyn Sklaver, CNS, LDN, join Coach Nick…
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Bone Health for Runners and the Injury Warning Signs You're Ignoring w/ Dr. Hoyt
Runners are great at ignoring pain. That is exactly the problem. In this episode, physical therapist Dr. Lisbeth Hoyt joins Coach Nick and Coach Amanda to…
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How Many Marathons Is Too Many? w/ Coach Corky
Running one marathon used to be the whole goal. Now it’s normal to stack two or three in a single fall, chase every world major, and call the easy one “party…
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Run Clubs Get a Bad Rap. Here's What's Actually True
Run clubs get called dating apps with cadence, influencer marketing for the warm-up, and content farms in matching kits. Some of that is fair. Most of it…
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REDs Explained, Why Underfueling Doesn't Have a Look w/ Dr. Melissa Lodge
You can run well on too little fuel for a long time. Right up until you can't. This week, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick sit down with Dr. Melissa Lodge (PhD in…
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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…
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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…
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Trail & Ultra Running 101: Community, Mud, and Why Nobody Asks Your Finish Time
Coach Amanda and Coach Nick are joined by Justin Andreas a trail and ultra running coach, active duty Air Force member, beekeeper, girl dad, and host of the…
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Who Are You Really Racing? Chip Times, Cheating, and the Integrity of Running
Is the running world losing the plot? Amanda and Nick break down race time manipulation, the rise of unregulated supplements, and a certain influencer…
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The Off-Season Is Part of Training, How to Recover & Rebuild After a Big Race
You crossed the finish line… now what? In this episode of the The Running Explained Podcast, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick break down what runners should do…
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Motherhood, Ultras & Letting Go of Perfection with Francesca Barbetta
Fresh off completing her first 50-mile ultramarathon on Mother’s Day weekend, running coach and mom of three Francesca Barbetta joins the podcast to talk about…
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ADHD, Anxiety, and Running: What No One Talks About with Mary Johnson
What does ADHD actually look like in runners and athletes, especially women? In this deeply honest conversation, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick sit down with…
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Men’s Mental Health in Running: Breaking the Silence with Jason Bahamundi
Mental health conversations in running are growing, but when it comes to men, there is still a long way to go. In this episode of the Running Explained…
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Post-Race Nutrition Explained: What to Eat After a Race to Recover Faster (with Sports Dietitian Meg Mahoney)
What you do after the finish line matters just as much as the miles you ran to get there. In this episode of The Running Explained Podcast, coaches Amanda Katz…
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If We Could Start Running Over, We’d Do These 6 Things Differently
What if you could go back to the start of your running journey and do things differently? In this episode of the Running Explained Podcast, coaches Amanda and…
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Race Day Prep: The Complete Blueprint to Run Your Best Race
Race day doesn’t start at the starting line. It starts with how you prepare. In this episode of the Running Explained Podcast, coaches Amanda Katz and Nick…
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Injured, Not Broken. How Runners Rebound after Setbacks w/ Carrie Jackson & Cindy Kuzma s6e10
This episode of the Running Explained Podcast dives into one of the most overlooked parts of running performance: the mental and emotional side of injury…
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Late Start? You're Not Behind! Chasing Olympic Dreams w/ Gabi Rooker s6e9
What if you didn’t start running until adulthood… and still went Pro? In this episode of the Running Explained Podcast, we sit down with Nike Professional…
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Women in Sports Media and Running Storytelling w/ Ashley Mateo and Olivia Witherite
In this special Women’s History Month episode of the Running Explained Podcast, Coach Nick and Coach Amanda sit down with Ashley Mateo (RunHer Magazine) and…
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How to Rehab and Return to Running After Injury w/ Dr. Vicky Sekely
Check out our Free 8 Week 5k Guide! - https://runningexplained.myflodesk.com/l5xeag2tjn In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick have Dr. Vicky Sekely on…
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The Hidden Struggles of Endurance Athletes with Stephanie Roth-Goldberg
In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick explore the complex relationship between endurance sports and eating disorders with psychotherapist Stephanie Roth…
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Caring is Cool - A Discussion of Excellence with Author Brad Stulberg
In this episode of the Running Explained podcast, hosts Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava engage in a deep conversation with New York Times Bestselling author Brad…
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The Highs & Lows of Competitive Running with Professional Runner Erika Kemp |s6e4
In this episode, Brooks Professional Runner Erika Kemp shares her journey in the world of running, discussing her record-breaking achievements and the lessons…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Season 5 Wrap-Up
Season 5 is wrapping up a bit early, but don’t worry, Season 6 is coming soon with more great conversations, science, and running wisdom. In the meantime…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e29 (RE-RUN) How to Get Faster on Low Run Volume Training with Kim Nedeau, CES
This isn’t your typical clickbait-y “smash a marathon PR with just 3 runs a week” take. In one of our all-time favorite episodes, we're bringing back an…
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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…
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s5/e27 (RE-RUN) Your Hybrid Training Crash Course with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD
We’re back with another fantastic re-run featuring the powerhouse herself, exercise physiologist and hybrid athlete Dr. Alyssa Olenick (@doclyssfitness)!…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e26 (RE-RUN) How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Runners with Coach Nick
We're bringing back an amazing re-run episode with Coach Nick Klastava from Season 3, and it's just as relevant and inspiring now as it was then. If you enjoy…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/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…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/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…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e23 Running Nutrition 101 (The Redux) with Cortney Berling, RD
We’re going back to basics—because let’s be honest, most runners are still underfueling! In this special anniversary episode, I’m bringing back the very first…
The Running Explained Podcasts5e/22 Juggling Miles, Work, and Life? Here’s the Recovery Talk You Need with Dr. Logan Sherman
This week, I’m joined by a runner who brings a ton of insight and real-world experience to the table: Dr. Logan Sherman, sports chiropractor, marathon…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e21 Training Load: Too Much, Too Little, or Just Right? with Coach Elisabeth
In this solo episode, I'm FINALLY tackling one of the most important (and least sexy) topics in training: training load. What it is? Why should you care? And…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e20 How to Run Around The Whole World with Marie Leautey
What would happen if you decided to just… run around the world? No, seriously. That’s what Marie Leautey did. She’s only the second woman in history to…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e19 How to Think Like A Runner with Jeff Horowitz
This week I’m joined by Jeff Horowitz—"recovering attorney" turned running coach, author of Think Like a Runner, and someone who’s run over 200 marathons (yes…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e18 Mastering the Basics: Run Types + Using Alerts for Better Training
Let’s get back to basics! In this episode, I’m breaking down the three main types of runs you'll see in your training - easy runs, moderate-intensity workouts…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e17 An Unwelcome Twist: Everything You Need to Know About Coming Back from Ankle Sprains with Dr. Lauren LaPierre, DPT
An ankle sprain can put a serious crimp in your style, especially when it happens two days before race day. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lauren LaPierre…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e16 Your Diet Might Not Suck...But the Advice You’ve Heard Might! with Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn, RDN
Are you making food choices based on science… or on social media? I'm joined by Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn, the duo behind the podcast Your Diet Sucks, to…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e15 Move Better, Run Faster: The Key to Efficient Running with Samuel Stow
Ever wonder how much your running form really matters? In this episode, ultra runner and coach Sam Stow joins me for a deep, honest, and slightly nerdy…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e14 Can Mindfulness Make You A Better Runner?
In this episode of the Running Explained podcast, I’m breaking down a fascinating new study on mindfulness and running performance—and why I think this is…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e13 Race Day with Family: How to Travel, Run, and Parent Like a Pro
In this new episode, I’m joined by Running Explained coaches Nick Klastava & Jessie Gruca as we dive into the realities of traveling to races with your family…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e12 A Classic Q&A Episode (& Special Announcement!)
This week’s episode is a throwback to one of your favorite formats—a good old-fashioned Q&A! But it’s also extra special because I’m officially launching the…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e11 Redefining Your Athletic Identity as a Multi-Sport Athlete with Alex Parker & Meredith Root
In this episode, I’m joined by Alex Parker and Meredith Root, co-owners of Tactic Nutrition—two amazing athletes and coaches who are runners AND... compete in…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e10 Taking The Ultimate Running Vacation – No Races, Just Adventure! with Michael Mazzara of Rogue Expeditions
This week on The Running Explained Podcast, we’re talking about a different kind of destination—the kind that comes with epic views, cultural immersion, and no…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e09 Injury Management 101: What Every Runner Needs to Know with Alyssa Ford, DPT
We all know the struggle: you're training hard, you're feeling strong—and then, boom, that injury hits. Whether it’s a sharp pain that stops you dead in your…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e08 Running Across America: Kallup McCoy’s 3,000-Mile Mission for Healing and Hope
Coach Elisabeth is joined by Kallup McCoy, a running coach, personal trainer, marathoner, Ironman, and founder of RezHOPE, a nonprofit supporting individuals…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e07 How Much Does Running VOLUME Matter For Your Goals? with Jason Fitzgerald
In this episode, Coach Elisabeth chats with Jason Fitzgerald, the founder of Strength Running, about how much running volume, i.e. how much you in a week…
The Running Explained Podcasts5/e06 Carb Loading for the Boston Marathon with Caila Yates, RD
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Caila Yates, RD, a registered dietitian with deep expertise in sports nutrition and eating disorders. Together, we dive into…