The Running Channel Podcast

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. For all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com.

123: Do You Really Need To Stretch After A Run? The Debate
Jun 7, 2025 – 43:21
122: How Can I Run Fast With A Low Heart Rate?
May 31, 2025 – 46:41
121: Best vs Worst Foods To Eat Before And After A Run
May 24, 2025 – 47:12
120: How To Get Faster At Running
May 17, 2025 – 43:20
119: Is Running Actually Good For You?
May 10, 2025 – 40:19
118: Is It Good To Set Scary Running Goals?
May 3, 2025 – 43:52
117: The Running Channel Podcast LIVE From London Marathon!
Apr 26, 2025 – 47:31
116: What Is The Hardest Running Distance To Train For?
Apr 19, 2025 – 41:56
115: Top 10 Tips For 24 Hours Before Race Day
Apr 12, 2025 – 42:57
114: Food vs Gels - How To Optimise Your Long Run Fuelling
Apr 5, 2025 – 41:59
113: Sarah's Sub 20 Minute 5k PB Attempt Debrief
Mar 29, 2025 – 42:48
112: Can You Run Fasted?
Mar 22, 2025 – 46:25
111: All Your Marathon Questions Answered
Mar 15, 2025 – 40:32
110: How To Build Mental Toughness In Running
Mar 8, 2025 – 41:57
109: 21.1k to 42.2k - How Hard Is It To Double Your Distance?
Mar 1, 2025 – 44:06
108: Runners To Keep Your Eye On In 2025
Feb 22, 2025 – 37:46
107: Ice Bath vs Sauna - Do They Work?
Feb 15, 2025 – 38:22
106: What Gear Should You Use To Run?
Feb 8, 2025 – 42:58
105: Do You Need To Wear Super Shoes To Go Fast?
Feb 1, 2025 – 37:39
104: How To Run In Different Environments: Trails, Roads, and Treadmills
Jan 25, 2025 – 42:22
103: Are Runners Good At HYROX?
Jan 18, 2025 – 38:23
102: How To Balance Running With The Rest Of Your Life | The Diary Of A Runner
Jan 11, 2025 – 40:25
101: How To Train For A Marathon
Jan 4, 2025 – 39:04
100: What You Might Have Missed In Running In 2024
Dec 28, 2024 – 35:37
99: The Ultimate Running Quiz Of The Year
Dec 21, 2024 – 43:27
The Woman Beating The Men At Ultras | Kelsey Price
Dec 18, 2024 – 31:01
98: How To Make A 2025 Running Goal And Stick To It
Dec 14, 2024 – 42:41
97: Do You Need To Go To The Gym To Be A Better Runner?
Dec 7, 2024 – 38:27
Malaria Nearly Killed Me, But Running Saved My Life | Prav Patel
Dec 4, 2024 – 32:09
96: Would You Rather...? Correspondence Special
Nov 30, 2024 – 38:54
95: When Will We Stop Breaking Running World Records?
Nov 23, 2024 – 43:23
Running Was A Punishment In School, Now I'm Completely Obsessed | Ross Noble
Nov 20, 2024 – 40:49
94: Inspirational Runners You NEED To Know About
Nov 16, 2024 – 37:30
93: What Is The Best Time Of The Day To Run?
Nov 9, 2024 – 41:14
92: What Are The Major Marathons And Why Are They Major?
Nov 2, 2024 – 38:12
91: Oxford Half Marathon Debrief | My First Half Marathon Since Knee Surgery!
Oct 26, 2024 – 51:45
90: Do You Need To Do Interval Running?
Oct 19, 2024 – 40:51
The Mastermind Behind Running World Records | Chris Taylor
Oct 16, 2024 – 31:16
89: Would You Run A Faster 10k With Or Without A Pacemaker?
Oct 12, 2024 – 35:11
88: How Have Marathon Records Improved Over The Last 100 Years?
Oct 5, 2024 – 37:38
87: What's Your Biggest Running Fear?
Sep 28, 2024 – 39:39
I Used To Defuse Bombs, Now Running Keeps Me Grounded | Heather Hartley
Sep 25, 2024 – 25:33
86: Why Do You Need A Running Training Plan?
Sep 21, 2024 – 38:48
85: What Does Running a PB Actually Feel Like?
Sep 14, 2024 – 39:25
84: Running Myths Explained: You NEED To Carb Load Before Long Runs
Sep 7, 2024 – 37:07
After Losing My Daughter, Running Was My Way Back | Fintan O'Malley
Sep 4, 2024 – 27:28
83: 2024 Paralympic Games - Classifications System & What To Expect in Paris
Aug 31, 2024 – 34:07
I Fractured My Leg In The Olympics - Here’s Why I Finished | Rose Harvey
Aug 28, 2024 – 32:43
82: Records and Running Races You'd Never Believe Existed
Aug 24, 2024 – 36:49
From 20 Stone To Running A Half Marathon..."I Feel Like Me Again" | Dr Alex George
Aug 21, 2024 – 38:05

Recent Reviews

Tbryso1

Excellent

I wish they were more frequent and longer because they’re so good! Motivating to listen to whilst running.
Mongoose-12

Excellent

So fun to listen (or watch on YouTube) to this when running, working, cooking, “fill in the blank” activity. Andy, Sarah, and Rick feel like one of those teams where no one would have guessed they’d work so well together, but you are so glad that they came together to make this awesome show. Keep up the amazing work, the running community needs and appreciates you.
Shortage of fresh air lately

My favorite Podcast!

Not only do the hosts motivate me to improve and set higher goals for myself, but they keep me laughing while providing me with valuable tips and information. I loooove the banter so please don’t ever turn into just another boring channel that I put on to fall asleep! Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us all!
Pshorenstein

Silly and informative

9/10 for entertainment, 8/10 for running relevant information, 10/10 for being all about the running community An entertaining podcast, structured more as a conversation than interview or lecture. They lightly cover a variety of running related topics, news, share life updates, and answer community questions. I have enjoyed new TRC interview series even more. These guys and gal are fun, even if they get carried away with teasing each other mercilessly.
veeejeaw

Hilarous podcast!

This is a worthy competitor to The Drop! Its just friends talking who happen to be runners!. I love how they give andy a tough time always and he’s such a sport. But seriously Andy needs to stop touching his right ear all the time and also needs a wardrobe change, haha! Just kidding! Keep up the good work!
david hindman

Talking about running? Yeah, it works

As others have pointed out this podcast is both smart and funny. Paired with their YouTube videos I’ve learned a lot to help me set goals and try new things. The challenges have pushed me to seriously run more than I otherwise would have. I enjoy the playful banter and sometimes very informal conversation. I also think this is how podcast ads should work: read by the hosts in the same style as the pod and at predictable times. The Saturday release schedule is different and a nice surprise when all my other regular pods are gone. Hello from Long Island, New York!
Surfsd

Look forward to it weekly

I use this podcast as a tool in my running. Every week there’s a couple days I could use 7 excuses not to run. When I feel this way, I pop this on, and immediately feel like going for a run. Thanks for your help, from beautiful San Diego, California
Jojo LuLu!

Fun and smart

A great running podcast that is light yet informative. Lots of love from Miami!
SJ_Kade

Brilliant

Look forward to this podcast each week. Great information and education on running and all that is related - for many levels. Funny AND smart!
Runner-Anna

Love TRC

This show is so good!!
dzmol

Great running podcast

Awesome content!
jaylt923

Leaving a five-star because Andy demanded it

A great running podcast that gives advice, talks about the latest running news, and provides plenty of banter (and occasional humor).
Blades1981

What a fantastic podcast

A little banta, a lot of running talk. I am truly enjoying listening to these episodes. It's a great addition to the running channel's output.
Unrequited

Community

I don’t have a running community where I live and also no friends who run. This podcast is my fix to listen to conversations about the thing I love. Thank you!
Cypress Duke

My New Favorite Podcast

Running viewpoints from 3 enjoyable personalities. I like the format of the show as well. I have tried the breathing cadence where you exhale and land on opposite feet, and it feels like it is better on my body. Thanks for your knowledge and info. Jon from North Carolina USA (Also a Hoka Bondi 8 wearer👍🏼)
iwearties

Andy needs to run a marathon.

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brian_geyer

Exciting New Things

YAY! From YouTube to podcast, I’ve very excited for this podcast to grow. Hoping for tips and conversations, but I also think doing interviews could be great for the show.
Dusty N Stormy

YouTube to Podcast!

Been watching The Running Channel on YouTube for a while and have thoroughly enjoyed the episodes and now that they have a podcast, I can take them on my runs!
Later_Dude

Finally!

Been waiting for awhile to hear these folks do a podcast. Don’t always have time to watch a video, but now I can run with The Running Channel. Looking forward to more posts.