The Running Channel Podcast

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 exciting and dramatic end to the Athletics World Championships here in Tokyo.The US team dominated the evening in both the relay events and Men's 1500m - taking their medal tally to a total of 26 across all disciplines. Botswana earned a historical first Gold medal and Kenya proved their dominance on the track.It's been a rollercoaster of events with highs, lows and everything in between! Supported by ASICS.

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 - along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the team you might miss at home! Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon went head-to-head in a thrilling Women’s 5000m final, while Team GB added a bronze to their medal tally in the Women’s Heptathlon on an exciting penultimate day of the Champs.The team recap their experience at a local sushi bar as well as a deep dive into the topic of mental health and resilience - in both running and life - sharing personal stories about how movement and running have supported their wellbeing.Supported by ASICS.

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 - along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the team you might miss at home! Noah Lyles matched Usain Bolt’s run of four straight world titles in the men’s 200m, clocking 19.52 – the fourth-fastest winning time ever. Between them, Lyles and Bolt now hold seven of the fastest times in the event’s World Championships history.GB's Amy Hunt burst into tears after she claimed a brilliant silver in an epic Women’s 200m final!The team also took part in the original Japan Parkrun in Futakotamagawa. Rick had big plans to "take it nice and easy" - but changed his mind at the last second with a classic, “I’m gonna absolutely leg it.”Supported by ASICS.

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 - along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the team you might miss at home! Four years after making history in the hurdles, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone set a championship record of 47.78 to win the women’s 400m at the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25, becoming the second-fastest woman in history.AND Andy met up with friend and Japanese television personality, Harry Sugiyama for a run in the much loved Yoyogi Park.Supported by ASICS.

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 - along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the team you might miss at home! WOW! What an incredible evening of athletics. Andy, Rick, and Sarah watched on in anticipation as three Brits lined up for the Men’s 1500m Final - but no one had predicted what was about to happen. In Rick’s favorite event, the steeplechase, drama peaked as Cherotich soared over the final water jump, launching herself into the lead with a breathtaking finish.And earlier in the day, the team took part in a fascinating chopstick making class... some were craftier than others - can you guess the perfectionist out of the three? Let us know in the comments!Supported by ASICS.

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 - along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the team you might miss at home! Day 4 of the World Athletics Championships was all about domination: Faith Kipyegon claimed her fourth 1500m world title, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone ran the third-fastest 400m semi final in championship history, and Cordell Tinch helped extend the USA’s title tally to 13 out of 20 editions! Supported by ASICS.

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 behind-the-scenes insights from the team.Mondo Duplantis stunned a sold-out stadium by claiming his third consecutive outdoor World Championships gold and setting his 14th world record in the pole vault. Meanwhile, Cole Hocker (who Rick tipped to win the 1500m) was disqualified for ‘jostling.’ 'What do the podcast team do in their spare time?' we hear you ask... Well, Rick spent the day immersing himself in Japanese culture, learning about Anime, the hand-drawn and computer-generated animation style that originated in Japan.Supported by ASICS.

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 behind-the-scenes insights you'd never see on the TV.It was an action-packed day of athletics, featuring what might be the closest finish in marathon history, as Tanzania’s Alphonce Simbu edged out Amanal Petros to take Gold. In the sprints, USA and Jamaica dominated the headlines in the men’s and women’s 100m finals. Rick's in a good mood as his skincare is improving day by day, Andy's clocking up miles with locals in Yoyogi Park AND somehow, Sarah got completely lost in the Japan National Stadium.

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 in Tokyo.The first 24 hours did not disappoint: the team witnessed Jakob Ingebrigtsen crash out in the 1500m heats, the Women’s marathon closed with a dramatic sprint finish inside the stadium, and Rick is in complete awe of... well, everything! Strap yourself in for an action-packed episode!Supported by ASICS.

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 brother, Eddie. They explore how the joy of running can bring people together and serve as a powerful tool for navigating grief and mental health struggles.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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

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 day tricks, we've got you covered!Rick learns what VO2 max is as he tests out the brand new Garmin Fenix 8 Pro, Sarah recaps an epic week at UTMB, and Andy shares his nerves and excitement ahead of starting his marathon training block for Valencia!Check out the new Garmin Fenix 8 Pro here!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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

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 got an exclusive snippet from Sarah, who's in Chamonix covering the UTMB!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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

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 controversies and ask the burning question: will doping ever be eradicated from the sport?In the latest edition of Rick's Challenge, he puts the brand new Insta360 GO Ultra camera to the test. Find out more about the Insta360 GO Ultra and receive a FREE easy-clip headband when you purchase using the code TRCPOD. Offer valid until 27 August 2025.https://store.insta360.com/product/go-ultra?utm_term=TRCPODThe Running Channel Podcast  tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

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 packed; for others, they're swapped out for sandals! In this week’s episode, the team explores how to strike a balance between enjoying a relaxing holiday and keeping up with training.Rick’s Challenge sees him testing out a cool new camera set to be released soon by Insta360. Sarah and Andy can’t wait to see what Rick comes back with!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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

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 caffeine affects your body and performance.They explore questions like:How much caffeine should you actually consume?When’s the best time to take it for peak performance?Is it safe to use regularly?And did you know different coffee shops serve very different amounts?Whether you're an athlete or just love your daily coffee, this episode is full of useful information and tips!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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

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 - and this discussion might just spark some friction in households, friendships, and running partnerships around the world! So, let us know: do you think running with someone can make you faster?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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

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 learning how to use race-day nerves to our advantage.To learn more about the psychology of running, you can follow Dr. Josie Perry on Instagram: @josephineperry76, and explore her latest work here: https://www.sequoia-books.com/catalog/adhd/ 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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

*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 Sarah joined Rick at his local 5k Parkrun over the weekend - but what Rick didn’t know is there was a surprise waiting for him… a Ford mobile sauna van. Yes, that’s right. The team go on to pick out three types of workouts designed to make you a faster runner. Focusing on speed, strength, and endurance, these workouts are completely adaptable and can be done on multiple terrains. Grab your pen and paper, give them a go, and let us know how you get on!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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

*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 marathon has long been considered the holy grail of distance running. A monumental challenge that people take on for all sorts of reasons, from getting fitter and pushing personal limits to raising money for charity. Today, participation is at an all-time high, with some of the world’s biggest marathons seeing record-breaking numbers of ballot entries. So what’s behind this surge? Why are so many people choosing to run marathons, and how is this boom shaping the broader running world? In this episode, Andy, Rick, and Sarah dive into a lively debate: has marathon running become too popular and are too many people running them? 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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’

*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 week’s episode dives into speeds and distances that will truly blow your mind.After Faith Kipyegon's thrilling attempt to become the first woman in history to run a sub-4-minute mile, the team found themselves asking: just how hard is it to achieve such a feat?For Rick and Sarah, it feels nearly impossible. But for Andy, it’s a benchmark he achieved every year for ten years during his professional career. So, as always - the perfect balance of science and banter!AND... From the lightning-fast mile to an astonishing 495-mile backyard ultra, the team breaks down the latest world record, set by Australian endurance athlete Phil Gore.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. 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. Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to club.therunningchannel.comFor all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .If you liked this, please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And leave us a 5* review and rating, it really helps us get discovered.We're on YouTube too, so check us out there: www.youtube.com/runningchannel .Mentioned in this episode:Use code CLIF20TRCP for 20% off purchases of CLIF from online retailer ‘Start Fitness’