The Running for Real Podcast

Runners know how good running makes us feel, but what about runners in war ridden countries or places of conflict. This 2:25 marathoner from Jordan is an advocate for positive change, and believes running can make our world a much better place.

If you have missed Running for Real podcast episodes (life happens, right?), this episode recaps listener favorites of the year, including listeners sharing the episodes that were most impactful for them. Don't miss the best running podcast episodes of 2017.

Nick Butter is starting off his 2018 with a major challenge ahead of him; running 196 marathons, one in every country in the world. Nick is one motivational runner who will inspire you to reach for your best and see what you can do within your running life to be your very best.

Emma Coburn was the first American to ever win a world championship in the Steeplechase and she shares her story, from the start all the way to that magic moment in 2017

Running safety is the focus of this episode with Run Angel, a product that has been selling out due to huge demand. For runners who want to feel safe, but also for runners who crave tranquil, remote places to run. Second half of the episode gives 25+ gift ideas for runners this Christmas and Holiday season.

The scandalous behind the scenes story of Suzy Favor-Hamilton, three time Olympian who ended up as one of the top escorts in Las Vegas because of undiagnosed bipolar disorder. Suzy is honest and real, and as a mental health advocate is doing what she can to help others.

Sally Bergesen, Founder and CEO of Oiselle shares openly and vulnerably about her journey building this running brand. Inspiring and real, Sally discusses issues no one else wants to talk about

Fed up of mentally giving up in races? Get REALLY nervous before races? Beat yourself up if the race doesnt go as planned. Nicole Detling has helped athletes all over the world, including Olympics, and now she is here to help you.

Healthy eating for runners has overtaken our lives. Taking the joy out of food, and making us obsessed with weight gain or loss. Stop the cycle! Listen to this podcast episode with Renee McGregor about finding balance as a runner, without removing the foods you love.

Kelly Roberts is one of the faces of women's rights and redefining strong in every body shape & size. Kelly shares her struggles and how you too can overcome

A 3:52 miler for Hoka One One, Kyle has run under 4:00 eighteen times, but is known for his sense of humor and for being honest. Learn from one of the best milers in the US, but someone who has some great ideas for the future of our sport, could elites showing their personalities make all the difference?

Tom Goom of the Running Physio is one of the best physiotherapists for understanding runners. Tom gives us realistic advice for how to sort through the overwhelming amount of information about injuries, and help yourself get better, rather than worse.

Devon Yanko has run the third fastest 100 mile time ever, but her humble, genuine, and real attitude to life is infectious. Owner of a bakery, but finding time to help others deal with the mental negative thoughts makes her someone special you will want to learn from.

One of the best running experts in the world talks about burning fat for fuel (instead of carbs), running "slow" to get faster, and the Boston marathon!

Inspirational story! Running helped turn Chad Moye's life around; a homeless, heroin addict, whose bad behavior finally landed him in prison, looking at a sentence of up to 20 years. Chad took the opportunity to turn his life around, and now he is helping others do the same.