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In this episode, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Erika Kemp.Episode Rundown:Houston Half weekend energy and early-season racing mindsetErika Kemp’s race, PR, and returning to Houston after last year’s marathon breakthroughShould Houston be the USATF Half Marathon Championships?How pros use the half marathon in a spring marathon buildBrooks teammate camaraderie and in-race pack dynamicsTallahassee World Cross course madness and obstaclesTeam USA 4x2K relay selection and why it changes the fieldTraining in winter conditions, treadmill debates, and staying consistent

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim.Episode Rundown:- New Year energy and resolutions (reset vs “I don’t do resolutions,” plus the “January 5 is the real new year” take)- Houston Half Marathon hype (why it’s a perfect champs-style race, women’s and men’s fields, weather/wind talk)- World Cross Country in Florida (manufactured course chaos: hills, sand, logs, and what “real” XC should be)- College football sidebar (Oregon vs Indiana rivalry energy and what’s at stake)- Running culture debates (chip time vs watch time, content brain vs clock truth, and the “I just win, Google me” award vibe)Media Recommended:Books:- Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid- Sweat Look Substack by Lee GlandorfPodcasts- Road to the Trials (new episode with Ben Rosario)- Singletrack Podcast – episode with Finn Melanson and Jeff Pelletier- I’ll Have Another – episode with Rory Linkletter- The Rambling Runner PodcastTV / Media- Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Behind the Scenes) on Disney+- Gazelle Elite YouTube videos (Detroit-based team, Trials-focused content)Support our sponsor:Check out Noogs Nutrition for sour energy chews that actually taste good and work. Vegan, gluten-free, made with natural colors and flavors. Use code RELAY15 for 15% off at noogsnutrition.com.

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka.Episode Rundown:Fueling and nutrition habits for training and racingTRE and CIM experiences and travel storiesThe nonstop marathon calendar and upcoming racesNotable performances and moments from the pro sceneInjuries, surgery decisions, and long-term relationship with runningSupport our sponsor:Check out Noogs Nutrition for sour energy chews that actually taste good and work. Vegan, gluten-free, made with natural colors and flavors. Use code RELAY15 for 15% off at noogsnutrition.com.

Today on group chat, we have Matt Chittim, Peter Bromka, and Kofuzi.Episode Rundown:Valencia Marathon recapCIM results and Olympic Trials qualifiersTRE (The Running Event) takeawaysBU indoor 5K performancesNXN and U.S. cross country weekendWestern States and HardRock lotteriesInternational racing travel challengesShoe industry trends and TRE brand updatesMarathon Project previewEarly OTQ surge and what it means for 2024–2025

Lindsey Hein, Matt Chittim, and Peter Bromka sit down for a California International Marathon (CIM) preview as CIM hosts the USATF Marathon Championships. They break down the top storylines on the men’s and women’s sides, talk about who might contend for the win, who is chasing OTQs, and what to expect from the Road to the Trials live shows at the expo.They also share some CIM history, favorite athlete storylines, and why this year’s field is so deep from front to back.

This week on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Kofuzi, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown:Thanksgiving as the biggest running day and different takes on turkey trotsKofuzi’s Valencia Marathon taper and using a turkey trot as a workoutNCAA cross country championships, NC State’s women, and big individual performancesWhat makes great team culture in college programs and how that shows up on race dayMeta smart glasses, running tech, and whether POV glasses actually work for contentBehind the scenes of TRE, brand events, and how influencers cover running gear

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Kofuzi, and Peter Bromka.Topics Discussed:Kofuzi’s Valencia build and recent high-mileage weeksSummer marathon training struggles and preferring winter/spring racesEgo, round-number mileage, and listening to an aging bodyRedefining success when PRs may be behind youFamily cost of marathon training and needing the race to “be worth it”Running in public, pressure not to let people down, and inspiring other 40+ runnersLessons from pros like Annie Frisbie and Makenna Myler about not giving up and staying curious

Today on the group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Kofuzi, and Erika Kemp talking about their weekends in running!-Indy Monumental weekend recap and Lindsey's sold-out after-party-Kofuzi’s first true XC 8K with creek crossings in the snow-Erika’s B.A.A. Half takeaways and “thread the needle” race plan-Why the B.A.A. Half feels harder than Boston and who showed up-Indy’s “why is everyone puking?” finish-line phenomenon-OTQ vibes, course records, and why Indy is becoming a PR magnet-Swag talk: flannel race shirt > race tee, plus the scrubs era

Today, on group chat Erika Kemp, Kofuzi, Matt Chittim, Lindsey Hein, and Peter Bromka are giving you the full recap of the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon!

On this week's group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown:-NYC Marathon week plans (travel, Halloween, where to cheer)'-Course talk: Fifth Ave vs Queensboro + Boston comparisons-Elite preview: American women & major debuts-Men’s field + who to watch-Tommie Runz's Javelina 100 chaos-Ruth Chepng'etich ruling + doping conversation-WR context + how it affects fan trust-Helen vs Sharon rivalry-Book recommendations + XC talk-Personal suspension stories + wrap-upMedia referenced:-Books: High School Runner; The Running Ground (Nick Thompson); We Love to Run (Stephanie Reents)-Podcast: Coffee Club episode w/ Joe Klecker-Race Coverage: TCS New York City Marathon broadcast-Creators/mentions: Kofuzi, Fast Women

Today on group chat, we have Tommie Runz, Peter Bromka, and Erika Kemp.Episode Rundown:Tommie’s leap from The Speed Project (LA → Vegas) to saying yes to Javelina 100—and how trail culture replaced marathon pressure.Tommie's loop plan, pacing, heat management, and staying “locked in.”Crew strategy and gear: the “sundress” shirt, hydration vest, and two-person crew dream team.Fuel and gut check: PB&J on wheat (yes, really), gels, and vegan-friendly options.Detroit Free Press Marathon recap (bridge and underwater mile).The #CongratulateAMarathoner movement—why showing up matters.

The Relay crew is back recapping everything from the 2024 Chicago Marathon weekend — from Conner Mantz’s near-perfect American record run to the grin heard ‘round the world from Jacob Kiplimo. The crew also covers:What it’s like spectating when your videos look like found-footage horror filmsThe announcer pronunciation debacles (Tosh vs. Tosh!)Mary Ngugi Cooper’s Nala Track Club and why she’s an international iconThe Chicago Marathon bottle chaos (and the award for smoothest grab)Lindsey’s future as the only person qualified to announce OTQs at the finish line

It’s Chicago Marathon week, and the Relay crew runs a full-on snake draft with five-person rosters and XC-style scoring. Matt hosts alongside Erika, Peter, Kofuzi, and Tommie Runz.

This week on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Matt Chittim, and Peter Bromka.Episode Rundown:Boulderthon recapTravel-to-race vs PR-chasing mindsetBoston Marathon cutoff talk and tightening standardsChicago Marathon expo plans and live show plugTrail and Ultra World ChampionshipsVKs, 200-mile races, and why they’re surprisingly watchableRoad to the TrialsFinn’s 100-Mile Wilderness FKT shoutoutJeff Cunningham’s marathon pod and current reads

As Relay's first-ever Team USA competitor, we couldn't resist the chance to dive deep with Erika into the whole experience, including the heat, humidity, ice hats, and pacing strategies. Sunglasses, after parties, and all things Tokyo.Running in the heat is TOUGH! But this was a fun one.If we missed anything leave a question in the comments and we'll ask Erika!

This week on group chat, we have Tommie, Kofuzi, Peter, Erika, and Marcus.Episode Rundown:The extreme Tokyo heat and humidity and how it affected athletes and fansMarathon experiences, aid station violations, and Susanna Sullivan’s raceStandout events: men’s and women’s steeplechase, women’s 800m, men’s 1500m, men’s 400 hurdlesMondo Duplantis and the pole vault world record momentsTeam USA relay handoff issues and practice debatesControversial DQs, rules enforcement, and racing tacticsFred Kerley, Kenny Bednarek, and Enhance Games controversiesPrize money delays and the frustrations for pro athletesLooking ahead to marathon season: Berlin, Chicago, New York

On this week's group chat, Matt Chittim, Peter Bromka, and Lindsey Hein break down all that has happened at the Tokyo World Championships so far!

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown:Erika Kemp in Tokyo — Lindsey and Peter hyping up Erika’s marathon and her confidence, calling her a “crusher” and “pleasant surprise” on the show.Brooks’ identity shift — the back-and-forth about Brooks trying to go from “run happy” to “we’re serious now,” with the high school movie training montage analogy.Emily Infeld kick talk — Lindsey saying “she’s gonna outkick you” and Peter joking about Beatrice Chebet not letting her hang around.’90s 10K nostalgia — Peter’s rant about missing the days when athletes would “crash out from 3K out” and his VHS/YouTube Haile Gebrselassie & Paul Tergat clip reference.Parenting + 5K race story — Lindsey’s kids racing each other, her tough-love cheerleading (“I don’t have water, keep going!”), and Glenn’s mind games between brothers.

This week on group chat, we have Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, Tommie Runz, and a little bit of Lindsey Hein!Episode Rundown:UTMB week through a newcomer’s eyesSydney Marathon as the new MajorPre-race ritualsKipchoge now and nextContent + culture

Today on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, and Matt Chittim.Topics we covered:Cooper Lutkenhaus goes pro at 16 and signs with NikeNIL deals, college eligibility, and the value of NCAA programs vs. professional contractsRisks and benefits of skipping the collegiate system (facilities, coaching, social/educational experience)Fall marathon fields announced (Chicago and New York), with key athletes and matchupsUTMB week preview: OCC, CCC, UTMB, and international trail running storylines