The Best Running Podcasts for Every Kind of Runner

If you follow professional running, you already know CITIUS. Chris Chavez has built the most plugged-in podcast in the sport — Kipchoge, Lyles, Seidel, Sisson, they've all sat down with him. It's the running equivalent of getting your news from someone who's actually in the room. The CITIUS network also includes "Off The Rails" with Eric Jenkins and Aisha Praught Leer for when you want the athlete perspective unfiltered.

Mario Fraioli does the long, thoughtful interviews that other running podcasts don't have the patience for. His conversations go past race results into process, philosophy, and the quiet parts of the sport. If CITIUS gives you the news, The Morning Shakeout gives you the context. His Tuesday newsletter (500+ issues) is equally essential.

650 episodes. 23 million downloads. 3,000+ five-star reviews. Ali Feller has been doing this longer and more consistently than almost anyone in the space. Her guest range is wide — Olympic athletes, first-time marathoners, authors, coaches — and her warmth gets people to open up in ways they don't elsewhere. The "No Stupid Questions" series alone is worth the subscribe.

The LetsRun co-founders and their senior writer deliver weekly deep-dives into elite distance running with unfiltered debate and provocative takes. 500+ episodes over 15 years. Supporters Club members get a bonus episode weekly. If CITIUS is the polished insider, LetsRun is the passionate debate club that isn't afraid of controversy.

Two Olympic marathoners with zero filter. Kara Goucher and Des Linden host a show that's genuinely funny while still being about running. If you liked Des Linden's YouTube channel, this is the audio version with even less restraint.

Three Australian Olympians and On Athletics Club members living in Boulder. Weekly casual banter about training, race predictions, personal stories, and coffee culture. Think Seinfeld for the running world — a podcast about nothing that's somehow about everything. The chemistry is real and the window into pro runner daily life is unmatched.

Three Olympians — Molly Huddle (2x Olympian, American record holder), Alysia Montano (800m, 3x global medalist), and Roisin McGettigan (Irish record holder, steeplechase) — covering women's professional running with the depth it deserves. They interview athletes, dig into news, and aren't afraid to tackle the sport's systemic issues. If you care about women's track and the conversations mainstream running media skips, this fills a real gap.

633 episodes over 15 years — the longest-running track and field podcast of its era. Kevin Sully and Jason Halpin were self-described mediocre high school runners turned into the most informed and entertaining analysts in the sport. Their chemistry, deep knowledge, and end-of-year awards were legendary. The show ended in December 2024, but the back catalog is still available and worth mining for any major championship or record from the last decade.

David holds the Leadville 100 course record (15:12:30, set in 2025 — breaking his own 2024 mark by 14 minutes). Megan is a 5x national champion, 6x Team USA, and a Stanford PhD candidate in epidemiology. Together they cover training, science, and pop culture with infectious enthusiasm. Their book "The Happy Runner" captures the vibe — speed and joy aren't mutually exclusive. If you want coaching wisdom wrapped in genuine fun, this is the one.

Ross Tucker is one of the most respected sports scientists in the world, and this podcast reflects it. Rigorous analysis of performance, doping, physiology, and the topics most shows won't touch. Heavy on running content. If you want to understand the science behind why Kipchoge slowed down or what super shoes actually do, Tucker will walk you through the data.

The go-to for runners who care about training theory. Steve Magness and Jon Marcus bridge coaching philosophy, sports science, and old-fashioned wisdom in a way that's genuinely accessible. Over a million downloads. If you want to understand why your coach programs the way they do, this is the show.

The podcast injured runners need. Brodie Sharpe is an Australian physiotherapist who interviews researchers and clinicians to bridge the gap between physio knowledge and practical runner advice. Ranks in the top 1.5% of all podcasts globally. If you're dealing with shin splints, runner's knee, or Achilles issues, start here before you start Googling.

Jason Fitzgerald treats every listener like a pro runner — surrounding you with coaches, PTs, strength experts, and sports psychologists. Guests include Keira D'Amato, Zach Bitter, David Roche, and Sally McRae. The Zach Bitter episode on navigating failure after his 100-mile record attempt and the Dr. Philip Skiba episode on Critical Power are standouts. Recommended by Runner's World and Trail Runner Magazine.

Science-backed and accessible. Elisabeth Scott holds three coaching certifications and started running at 29, which gives her empathy for non-lifelong runners that most coaching podcasts lack. The episode with Kim Nedeau on low run volume/high training volume is a fan favorite, and recurring guest Dr. Marie Witt (sports PT) on why runners get injured keeps delivering. Listeners report PRing after applying the advice.

From Rogue Running in Austin, TX — one of the country's most respected running groups. Chris McClung and James Dodds think in 12-18 month training windows, not just next-race cycles, and it shows in their coaching discussions. The Maffetone Method episode with Mallory Brooks and the Alex Hutchinson episode on running wisdom are the most downloaded. They're launching video episodes in 2026 while keeping audio versions available.

Running since 2010 — one of the longest-running marathon-specific shows out there. If you're training for 26.2, Angie and Trevor cover everything from nutrition to taper anxiety to race day execution. It's a husband-and-wife team who clearly enjoy what they do, and their longevity in a space where podcasts die after 20 episodes says something.

Over 10 million downloads and now part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors family. Martin Yelling is the official TCS London Marathon coach with a PhD in physical activity — the credentials are real. Strong on Majors coverage and the global marathon scene.

A seasonal podcast that tracks every Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier — not just the favorites, but the 200+ runners chasing the standard. Currently in its 2028 LA cycle. Previous seasons covered the 2020 Atlanta and 2024 Orlando Trials. The stories behind the Trials field are often better than the race itself.

4.9/5 on Apple with over 1,100 reviews. Finn covers competitive trail and ultrarunning as a full-time job and it shows — deep race analysis for Western States, Hardrock, UTMB, plus athlete interviews and industry reporting. If you want to follow trail running as a sport, not just a hobby, this is the podcast.

246+ episodes from the author of "Training Essentials for Ultrarunning" — the book most ultra coaches have on their shelf. Jason bridges academic research and practical coaching in a way that's genuinely useful. Recent highlights include heat strategies for Western States, DNF psychology, and a deep dive on his AI-assisted training system. Evidence-based, not bro-science.

Dr. Bearden is a professor of exercise physiology at Idaho State with a postdoc from Yale, and his podcast reflects that rigor. Deep science interviews with researchers, coaches, and athletes — focused on bodies of research rather than single studies. Where other ultra podcasts land on anecdotal conclusions, this one stays evidence-based.

Covers ultrarunning culture, business, and sport from someone who's lived it. Dylan Bowman's pro experience and wide network bring high-caliber guests. Their Midpacker spin-off (hosted by Troy Meadows) follows middle-of-the-pack trail runners — fills a real gap for the non-elite majority.

Feels like running with your funniest friends. Scotty Kummer is an attorney, Arrowhead 135/Tuscobia 160/Actif Epica finisher, and a co-founder of Chicagoland's Flatlander Ultrarunners (2,000+ members). The show has 10 segments — one per junk mile — and the Ann Trason Long Run episode is a must-listen. Ranked #1 on Feedspot's ultra running list. If KoopCast is the classroom, Ten Junk Miles is the post-race parking lot.

One of trail running's OG podcasts — publishing since November 2011 with 750+ episodes. Scott Warr and Don Freeman started with the question: how does every guest help listeners become better runners? Their Aging Athlete series (co-hosted with Krissy Moehl) and Point-Counterpoint debate episodes with coaches Ian Sharman, Annie Hughes, and Jeff Browning are the highlights. Massive back catalog of trail-specific knowledge.

Not exclusively a running podcast, but Rich Roll's ultrarunning and endurance episodes are some of the best long-form interviews in the space. The Courtney Dauwalter mindset episode and David Roche's Leadville 100 course record breakdown are required listening. Rich's plant-powered ultra background means the running episodes go deeper than a generalist health show ever could. Cherry-pick the running-tagged episodes.

707 episodes over 8 years, and it's the dedicated amateur runner's podcast. Matt Chittim interviews people you can actually see yourself in — not just elites, but motivated everyday runners chasing PRs while balancing life. The Community Corner Facebook group adds a social layer that most podcasts don't have. If Ali on the Run leans celebrity, Rambling Runner leans community.

The trio works because they're all different runners — Sarah's the amateur, Andy's the former pro (Olympic 1500m), and Rick is recovering from being a lapsed runner. That range makes conversations relatable no matter where you are in the sport. Connected to their popular YouTube channel, so you might already know the voices.

From the Believe in the Run crew — running mixed with pop culture, gear deep-dives, and athlete interviews. Twice a week, 45-90 minutes. They focus on non-headline athletes and pull out great stories. Based in Baltimore with a loyal community. If you want running content that doesn't take itself too seriously, this is it.

Essential if you're a parent trying to train. 14 marathons, three kids, no pretense about how hard it is to fit running into family life. A family of three podcasts covering training, gear, and motherhood. No judgment, just practical advice from someone who lives it.

Refreshing conversations with Olympians and everyday runners — sometimes about PRs, sometimes about what happened on The Bachelor. 4.9/5 on Apple with 2,200+ reviews and an estimated 50K-250K monthly listeners. The Gary Cantrell (Barkley Marathons creator) episode and Olin Hacker interview are highlights. Lindsey also co-hosts Road to the Trials and runs the SandyBoy Productions podcast network. Listeners say it feels like having a friend on solo runs.

Called "addictive" by The New York Times. Emily Abbate is a nine-time marathoner, former SELF Magazine Fitness Editor, and wellness coach who sits down with everyone from Allyson Felix to Des Linden to Andy Puddicombe. The Shalane Flanagan live episode from the NYC Marathon Expo and the Alicia Monson American record episode are standouts. More wellness-forward than pure running, but the running episodes go deep.

Since 2014, Steve Carmichael has been putting out practical training, nutrition, and mindset content for runners with busy lives. Past guests include Jeff Galloway, Bart Yasso, Ryan Hall, and Dean Karnazes. Not flashy, but the advice is solid and actionable whether you're training for your first 5K or your 50th marathon. 4.8/5 on Apple.

Three Australians who've all run sub-2:20 covering the Aussie and global scene. Excellent sub-elite training talk that you won't find on the US-centric shows. 438+ episodes and still going strong.

Carrie Tollefson's Olympic pedigree gives her access to top guests — Jenny Simpson, Sharon Lokedi, Des Linden, five Boston Marathon champions in one episode. 400+ episodes of consistently good interviews. Underrated in a way that doesn't make sense given the guest list.

300+ episodes serving plus-size and mid-life runners — an audience that most running media pretends doesn't exist. Jill Angie is a certified running and life coach who's encouraging without being patronizing. If you've ever felt like running content wasn't made for you, this one is.

Floris Gierman once recorded a podcast episode while running a sub-3 marathon on a track. He's had Kipchoge, Ryan Hall, and Kilian Jornet on. Strong niche in MAF/low heart rate training. LetsRun users call him "eminently likeable" — and they don't say that about many people.

The untold stories of Division III running. Noah Droddy is the fastest D3 marathoner of all time. Stu Newstat's biggest accomplishment is beating Noah in two races. Fills a total coverage void and shows that D3 is a valid first choice, not a consolation prize. The Kofuzi episode on his WashU days and the tribute to North Central coaching legend Al Carius are worth seeking out.

The anti-doping podcast running needed. Kara Goucher brings credibility from having lived through the Nike Oregon Project saga, and the show celebrates clean athletes while educating on PED issues. The Courtney Dauwalter episode, the Molly Seidel 100th episode, and the shoe technology debate panel (Goucher, Alex Hutchinson, Ryan Hall) are highlights. Not a weekly listen, but essential when doping scandals hit the sport.

Elite training analysis from two hosts who actually break down the numbers. Their Conner Mantz training analysis before his American record at Chicago Marathon — covering his lack of traditional periodization and consistent long run strategies — is the kind of content you won't find elsewhere. The Kristian Blummenfelt and Gustav Iden episode recorded live from a Morocco altitude camp is a standout. Australian perspective on a global sport.

Whitney Heins interviews sports medicine docs, PTs, and coaches to extract the insider knowledge that helps everyday runners avoid injury and train smarter. The Dr. Todd McGrath episode on back-to-back marathons and the Mary Johnson episode on strength training for runners are practical and specific. Biweekly cadence, associated with RunnerClick.