The Running for Real Podcast
A collective of conversations that inspire, motivate, and encourage runners who know deep down that the world we want to create already exists. We all play a role in bringing it to life. Join former professional runner and life-long athlete, Tina Muir in this unique running podcast. We do not talk to professional runners about their wins or the Olympics. We do not talk about what shoes to wear or what training is best. Instead, we relate every experience back to you, and love to think hard about the questions you would always love to ask.
While we bring on well known guests like Malcolm Gladwell, Reshma Saujani, Ryan Holiday, Des Linden, Michael Gervais, and David Epstein, these are not the same old conversations. This feels more like overhearing two friends talking about the deep conversations that weigh on our hearts daily. Join us in discovering the power of running, why our sport has always been part of humanity, and how we can use it as a tool for realizing our truest self, uplifting our communities, celebrating cultures, and taking care of our Mother Earth.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 59 minutes
- Episodes
- 496
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Together Run 81: Boston Marathon Tracksmith Shakeout
Join Tina on Tracksmith's shakeout run before the Boston Marathon!
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Diane Nukuri: I'm at Peace Because I Can Do More than Running - R4R 346
Diane Nukuri was only 15 when she left her village in Burundi to compete in the Sydney Olympics. Her experience there solidified an idea that she had been considering since she began traveling for ra…
For Real-Isodes: Celebrity BFFs - Ep. 2
If you could have a celebrity for a best friend, who would you choose? You might guess Tina’s, but probably not Sarah’s! And what about in real life? Who’s the most famous person that you’ve met?
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Together Run 80 Tina and Lane: 60, 30, 45 minute run
Join Tina and her training partner, Lane Pagano for a 30, 45, or 60 minute Together run in St Louis. After Tina surprises Lane by running towards him with a mic, get to know the person who runs with …
Nikki Hiltz: Sport Is about Inclusion - R4R 345
The post-race depression that Nikki Hiltz experienced after making the finals of the World Athletics Championships made them realize that to remain motivated in the sport, racing had to be about more…
For Real-Isodes: Strange Things in the Fridge - Ep. 1
What's the strangest thing that you have in your refrigerator? Tina and Sarah both have some pretty unusual items in theirs!
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Introducing For Real-Isodes
Welcome to For Real-Isodes, our new podcast with Tina and Sara Crouch! What are For Real-Isodes? Imagine eavesdropping on two best friends having a conversation and talking over a silly question, and…
Mark Coogan: They're Not Just Runners; They're People - R4R 344
Mark Coogan is an Olympian, earned silver in the marathon at the Pan-American Games, and was ranked top 10 in the U.S. from the mile to the marathon. As a coach, he’s produced Olympic and champion ru…
Yatika Starr Fields: An Advocate through Movement - R4R 343
When Yatika Starr Fields, an Indigenous runner, artist, and advocate, ran the Western States 100 in 2022, it wasn’t only for himself; it was for the Native American community. For the first time, the…
Together Run 78 Tina: 60, 30, 45 minute run
Join Tina for a 30, 45, or 60 minute Together run in St Louis. Begininng with a nature check in, body scan, and senses check in to ground us and connect us to our bodies, followed by a conversation t…
Corinna Bellizzi: Nutrition without Compromise - R4R 342
Corinna Bellizzi is an impact entrepreneur, a climate activist, and host of two podcasts, "Nutrition without Compromise" and "Care More, Be Better. " She's passionate about sustainable nutrition, esp…
Together LONG Run 77 Tina: 90, 60, 30, 45 minute run
Tina takes runners on a 90 minute run from Venice Beach to Santa Monica in this long run from last fall. This was previously a patreon only episode (but still very relevant!) and involves the usual e…
Liz Rock: Movement Is Power - R4R 341
Running is much more than a sport to Liz Rock, co-founder of the Bra Run and the women’s running crew, TrailblazHers. Its impact on her goes far beyond the physical benefits. As Liz says, “Running ha…
Together Run 76 Tina: 30, 45 minute run
Another conversational, meditative Together Run in St Louis. Begin by grounding through nature, body scans, and senses check in, before checking in with our mental health, sharing updates (yours too)…
Sally Bergesen & Dave Spandorfer: The Gold Is in the Room - R4R 340
Last week Oiselle and Janji, two mission-driven running apparel brands, announced that they are merging as “a partnership of equals.” Community is at the heart of both brands, and as Oiselle’s founde…
Together Run 75 Tina: 30, 45 minute run
Tina takes you on a Together Run through the streets of St Louis County as she shares about the ups and downs over the past few weeks. As always, beginning with our meditative elements of a nature ch…
Elizabeth Inpyn: Your Friendships Are Your Responsibility - R4R 339
Females need deep female friendships. That’s why Elizabeth Inpyn is on the podcast today, not because she’s an athlete, sports nutritionist and coach, but because she’s Tina’s best friend. They talk …
Marina del Rey Together Run
Today Tina is running in California's Marina del Rey. Together Runs are unlike anything else out there. Ground yourself in nature to start. Go through a body scan and senses check in, followed by a m…
Evie Serventi: You Can Still Have Purpose without Goals - R4R 338
Evie Serventi has been on the podcast more than any other guest - this is her fifth visit! She and Tina are close friends, and she was Tina’s sports psychologist. She shares great advice for runners …