A to Z Running

Emma Bates (2:25 marathon, US marathon champion) joins Andi and Zach to break down race experiences and the decisions runners make, ranging from how to stay positive to how to identify when things ar…

Andi and Zach drive home considerations for all runners seeking to better manage time. Recent guest Marty Hehir commented about “No wasted minutes,” and this conversation helps make that wisdom a rea…

Martin Hehir (2:08:59 marathon) joins Andi and Zach to share how he finds balance as an elite distance runner, a husband and father of two, and a med student deep in his program. Andi and Zach also b…

Podiatrist and running specialist Dr. Bill Johncock joins Andi and Zach to discuss foot health, including shoes, strength and mobility, and general care. During the World of Running segment, Andi and…

Alicia Monson, after recently running 31:10 for #9 all-time in the US women’s 10k, joins Andi and Zach to discuss what it means to have a good race and how to make that happen. Your hosts also discus…

Andi and Zach talk with Nathan Martin (2:11 marathoner) about progress over time and the secrets to sustaining ongoing long-term growth. Happenings in the world of running include high schoolers qual…

Andi and Zach speak with Alaskan marathoner Anna Dalton about the challenges of training in the cold and other adverse conditions. The discussion highlights when to head indoors, what to do about get…

Andi and Zach with professional middle distance runner Kendra Chambers discuss identity as runners and how to best pursue goals and passions as a whole person. Kendra shares from experiences with inj…

Andi and Zach recap 2020 with the best running moments and achievements, from world records incredible inspiration, from championship races to unexpected quirky events. Tune in for a complete breakdo…

Andi and Zach discuss the things that are making thriving difficult right now and break down how those things impact running as well as draw on thoughts and insights from the audience for remedies to…

Andi and Zach, with sports nutritionist Meghan Featherstun (featherstonenutrition.com), discuss why nutrition matters for running and how runners can maximize fueling to help achieve their goals. Tun…

Andi and Zach interview world record holder Charlene Lipsey about the habits that make her successful, discussing routines, body care, mental reinforcement, and more! Don’t miss incredible updates fr…

Andi and Zach tackle the topic of running and mental health from two angles: what does the research say and what does experience show? Both include weighty consideration in this discussion, aided by …

Andi and Zach talk trails and ultra running with an industry expert, author, podcaster, filmmaker, and ultra runner Rob Steger. What does it look like to make the move to trails? What do trail runner…

Andi and Zach are joined by Jed Christiansen to answer the question “Why should runners structure training?” They dive deep into the facets and periods of training and how to accomplish the intended …

Andi and Zach discuss what runners might be thinking about after a big race or goal or season but before the next big thing starts. How should we train? What if we are feeling burnt? What if we want …

Andi and Zach answer the question: what is recovery and why does it matter? AnnMarie Kirkpatrick, 2:37 marathoner, joins to share her own experiences honing recovery practices as well as practical id…

Andi and Zach discuss how training can change when things aren’t going your way. Whether a bad day, a bad week, a schedule conflict or otherwise, when the grind fights back, what are your options? Th…

AtoZrunning continues the quest to answer every question about running, this week talking with Anne about serious running and what it means to go from “a person who runs” to “a runner”.

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Andi and Zach tackle the question of how to approach key training elements like speed, strength, and endurance, and to dig deep into the topic, Kate Grace joins the show to share her experiences and …