Run to the Top Podcast | The Ultimate Guide to Running
Running podcast to motivate and help runners of every level, speed, and age run their best.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 763
- Years Active
- 2012 - 2025
Learning From Injury Setbacks to Run Smarter & Faster
Pretty much every runner deals with injury setbacks. The silver lining is that the recovery process can teach many important lessons.
Coach Andie Cozzarelli joins us on the show to chat about her own…
Exploring The AI Running Revolution with Dr. John Holash and Dr. Cody Ray van Rassel
The technological revolution has taken over running. Dr. John Holash and Dr. Cody Ray van Rassel are specialists in exercise physiology at the University of Calgary. We brought them on today’s show t…
How Coach James McKirdy is Bringing the Pro Treatment to Everyday Runners
Coach James McKirdy is bringing the pro treatment to non-professional athletes by offering the McKirdy Micro Race series with services like personal pacing and bottle service.
We brought James on to…
The Science Behind Ketones as Fuel Source with Founder of Ketone IQ Michael Brandt
Michael Brandt founded Ketone IQ after noticing its high metabolic efficiency to make fueling with ketones easier. We’re bringing him on the show to chat all about ketones including:
- How he got star…
Interview with Wayne Larden - TCS Sydney Marathon Race Director
The TCS Sydney Marathon is the newest Abbot World Marathon Major and we’re joined by race director Wayne Larden to learn more about it. We’ll answer questions like:
- How did the Sydney Marathon becom…
How to Run with your Slower (or Much Faster) Friends
Running in groups adds a social element to training but it can be tricky finding a pace that works for everyone involved.
Today’s show is all about getting the most out of training in groups and we’l…
Running News: Marathon Results Roundup, Grand Slam Track Debut, NCAA Paying Athletes Directly and More
We’re covering the top news stories in running on today’s show, including a roundup of headlines including:
- Top American performances at the Boston Marathon
- Women’s course records at both the London…
Gear Up for Spring: Picking New Running Gear for the Warmer Weather Ahead
Springtime is here and the new season is a perfect time to update your running wardrobe.
We’re joined by Lynn Bourque, owner of the Runners Shop specialty store in Toronto, Canada with advice on fin…
Runner Problems: Solving Common Struggles that Only Runners Understand
On today’s show we’re helping you solve some common problems that only runners understand, including:
- How to deal with a Black Toenail
- How to carry all of your gels and nutrition
- Dealing with all o…
Don’t Screw up the Easy Stuff: Recovery Runs, Strength Training, Nutrition and More
Just about every runner has made the mistake of going too fast on a recovery run and paid the price. There’s a lot of things that we know we should do as runners and still get them wrong.
Coach Jeff…
Time to Shine: How to Perform Your Best in Any Weather Conditions on Race Day
There’s an ongoing debate whether it’s harder to run in the heat or the cold; that’s a trick question because the answer is whatever you’re less prepared for.
Racing season is here and we want to hel…
From 2x Brain Surgery Survivor to 2x Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier: Molly Bookmyer
You may have never heard of Molly Bookmyer, but since overcoming two brain surgeries in 2015 she’s quickly becoming one of the top US Women’s Marathoners.
Molly opened up about her health struggles …
Behind the Scenes at the Boston Marathon with Lauren Proshan, BAA Director of Operations & Production
Today, we’re getting a behind the scenes look into the most iconic event on the marathon racing calendar: the Boston Marathon.
Lauren Proshan is the Chief of Race Operations & Production for the Bost…
How to Master Running with Matt Fitzgerald
Matt Fitzgerald is the author of well-known books like 80/20 endurance and in his most recent book titled “Chasing Mastery”, he provides 25 lessons to reach your full athletic potential.
During the e…
Mastering the Art of Carb Loading with Registered Dietician Travis Wilson
You’re not going to gain much fitness in the last few days before a race but nailing your carb load can give a huge boost in performance.
We’re bringing together registered dietician Travis Wilson an…
Unfinished Business: How to Embrace the DNF
Lots of runners fear the DNF (Did Not Finish) but you don’t have to. On today’s show, Cory and Hayley discuss why you should embrace the DNF.
In this episode we talk about:
- When to consider a DNF
- Wh…
Running Data Decoded: How to Use Common Performance Metrics to Maximize Your Training
It can be overwhelming trying to make sense of all the data on your running watch but understanding how to use this data in your training can be a game-changer.
In today’s show, we’ll focus on how yo…
Mileage in the Bank: Can you Really Run More Now to Make up For Missed Runs Later
What if you could take a long break from running and not lose any fitness?
The theory is simple; train harder now so that you have mileage “banked” for later when you might be training less.
We’ll …
Chipotle x Strava: The City Challenge - Motivating Runners One Burrito Bowl at a Time
Chipotle Mexican Grill has partnered with Strava to motivate runners across the globe with free burrito bowls and we’re speaking with Vice-President of Brand Marketing, Stephanie Perdue, to find out …
Race Your Way to Fitness: How to Effectively Build Racing Into Your Training Program
There’s no better preparation for race day than another race but the key is understanding how to schedule your races so that it enhances your training rather than getting in the way.
We’ll cover rac…