Relay

This week on Relay, the crew kicks things off with a Goodr sunglasses fashion show before diving into an energetic conversation that bounces between track, trail, and the FIFA Club World Cup. Peter, Lindsey and Erika recap standout performances from the Prefontaine Classic, including Nikki Hiltz's stunning win over Faith Kipyegon and the buzz surrounding teenage sprint sensation Tate Taylor. T...

This episode is sponsored by Kava Haven. Topics: Peter returns to Relay and catches up on everything he missed The jaw-dropping performances at the Paris Diamond League and why fast times are becoming the new normal Western States 100 delivers historic performances in near-perfect conditions How weather transformed the race and fueled record-breaking times Hans Troyer's aggressive race strateg...

Erika’s World Cup obsession continues and why she believes it’s the greatest sporting event in the world The atmosphere at World Cup watch parties and the stories making this tournament special Lindsey’s Stanley Cup adventures in Raleigh and why the Hurricanes’ championship has united the entire city Dakotah Popehn's third Grandma’s Marathon victory and what makes the race so meaningful Gabby...

This episode is sponsored by Kava Haven. Topics: The Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup and Lindsey officially becomes a hockey fan A passionate debate over the Knicks, Spurs, Wemby, and the NBA Finals Why Erika thinks the World Cup is the greatest sporting event on earth World Cup Cinderella stories, debut nations, and teams to root for Tommie’s Western States training, heat chamber testing, and what...

2028 Olympic Marathon Trials awarded to St. Louis and the debate over weather, timing, and what makes a fair championship race. The unbelievable story of the 1904 Olympic Marathon, featuring car rides, questionable fueling strategies, and one of the strangest races in sports history. Cam Hanes, Sage Canaday, peptides, masters athletes, and a broader discussion about performance-enhancing substance...

Episode rundown: World Athletics' new qualifying standards and whether the points system is helping or hurting the sport Gabby's magnesium-Tums-iron disaster that left her feeling anemic three weeks before Grandma's Marathon The mystery of the 2028 Olympic Marathon Trials location and the Phoenix vs. St. Louis debate Gabby's marathon buildup, taper mindset, and why she's celebr...

This episode is supported by Goodr and Kava Haven. This week on Relay, Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka are joined by Gabby Hentemann for a conversation that somehow manages to cover elite racing, internet discourse, cold plunges, high school energy in the running world, and the very real experience of becoming “the meme girl” while also trying to compete at a national championship level. Top Topics:...

This week on Relay, Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka are joined by longtime friend of the show Jess Hofheimer after her incredible performance at the 2025 Boston Marathon, where she ran a 3:07 PR at age 50. Jess shares the full story behind the race, from navigating hip dysplasia, osteoarthritis, and major training adjustments to rebuilding her strength and redefining what success looks like as a lif...

This episode is supported by Noogs, ZBiotics and Kava Haven. This week’s guest episode features photographer and creative director Dave Hashim, whose work has become instantly recognizable across the running world. Dave joins Peter Bromka and Erika Kemp to talk about photographing some of the sport’s biggest moments, balancing creative work with endurance training, and recently completing the brut...

Episode rundown: - Indy Mini weekend and what it’s like announcing vs watching elite races -Rebecca Schmidt’s 70:10 win and course record -Andie Cozzarelli qualifying for the Trials by 3 seconds and the chaos of that finish -How much elite marathoners are actually fueling (100–115g carbs/hour) -Practicing fueling in workouts and why it’s now part of training, not just race day -Long run evolution:...

What we discussed: Erika coaching Cynthia Erivo through the London Marathon and meeting her in person for the first time The anxiety of coaching on race day and tracking apps failing mid-race Cynthia’s marathon execution, training swings, and performance relative to her PB Sub-2 marathon breakthrough and reactions to Sawa and Kiplimo’s performances Debate around super shoes, accessibility, and wha...

Matt Chittim joins us for this week's group chat! We are so excited to have him back and joining Peter and Lindsey for this week's conversation! Episode Rundown: Lindsey’s honest FOMO, imposter syndrome, and figuring out where Boston fits in her life Peter’s 16-mile “spectator run” through the course, complete with a B2 flyover moment The explosion of Boston weekend culture beyond the expo...

On this week's group chat, Lindsey and Peter are joined by Laura Thweatt and Gabby Hentemann to talk all things Boston Marathon ahead of Monday's race. ZBiotics pre-alcohol probiotic is an easy addition to your routine if you know you’re planning to have a few drinks. It’s a small shot you take before your first drink of the night, designed to help your body break down the byproduct of alc...

Top Topics: The Speed Project explained (LA to Vegas, teams + solo efforts) Inside the culture and “who belongs” in alternative running spaces Elite teams vs. adventure athletes and what it takes to win Logistics, pacing, and strategy (including 79-second quarters late in the race) Getting lost, off-course routes, and unconventional race navigation Mental pressure within teams and not wanting to l...

Episode Rundown: Tommie’s brutal 100K race recap (13,000 ft of climbing) Trail running realities: climbs, descents, and survival mode Fueling strategies: gels, Coke, and potatoes Aid station dynamics and race strategy Post-race recovery and what 100K does to your body Animal encounters on runs… especially squirrels Thank you to our sponsor Noogs! NOOGS are sour energy chews made for endurance athl...

Topics discussed: - Erika Kemp wins New Bedford Half and uses it as a Boston build workout - New York Half performances and how fast the men’s field has become - NCAA indoor track drama, DQ controversy, and rising personalities in the sport - Doping conversations, testing challenges, and clean sport concerns - Barcelona Marathon 2:10 performance and confusion around record legitimacy

Episode rundown: - USATF half marathon championship aftermath and updates - LA Marathon chaos, the mile 18 medal debate, and surprising performances - New York City Marathon lottery frustration and the internet pile-on - Fred Kerley’s ban, whereabouts failures, and the Enhanced Games conversation - Books, podcasts, and pop culture detours

-US Half Marathon Championships leaders going off course and the fallout for podium, prize money, and team selection -Course marking, lead vehicles, and why “athletes should know the course” is a bad take -USATF response, rulebook rigidity, and what a fair resolution could look like -Indoor championships highlights including Nikki Hiltz, Cole Hocker, Noah Lyles, and Cooper Lutkenhaus -Enhanced Gam...

Gabby Hentemann joins as guest host Hyrox crossover and runners entering the hybrid athlete world Track talk and records: Keely Hodgkinson, “sketchy” marks, and the women’s 800 The women’s 100-mile world record and what 12+ hours of running does to your brain Eating disorder messaging, recovery, and the pressure cooker of marathon culture (taper week, body image, GLP-1 conversations)

Indoor season heating up: Cole Hocker’s American record, BU vs JDL, and banked vs flat tracks Elite track culture vs road culture: pace lights, meet atmospheres, and where pros choose to race Trail running momentum: Black Canyon, golden tickets, and Molly Seidel’s transition Half marathon and championship conversations: US Half Champs, World Half Champs, and timing builds for Boston The content er...

Episode Rundown: Winter running survival: treadmill acceptance, frostbite fears, and training through deep cold Injury rehab reality check: Lindsey’s post-surgery boot decisions and the case for PT Indoor track culture: BU’s “illegal fast” track, infield chaos, and track time scheduling Elite race logistics: buses, credentials, start-line waiting, and why pros deal with plenty of nonsense too Olym...

Episode Rundown: Lindsey recaps the Donna Marathon finish line and why it is the best vibe in racing Indoor track is back and Peter is fully locked in on tactics, angles, and meet energy Millrose mile reactions, plus how storylines can flip in half a lap World record expectations vs actual racing, and why racing can be the whole point The 16-year-old mile conversation, pressure, and the burnout qu...

In this Relay episode, we’re sharing a conversation from Road to the Trials that feels especially relevant right now. Peter Bromka sits down with JP Trojan, an Olympic Trials qualifier who ran 2:10 and finished fourth at the California International Marathon, a breakthrough performance that put him firmly on the map as we look ahead to the 2028 Trials. JP’s path is anything but typical. He ran col...

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Erika Kemp. Episode Rundown: The 2026 Boston Marathon women’s professional field and how stacked it is Erika Kemp’s decision to commit to Boston and what changed post-Tokyo Marathon race strategy, decision fatigue, and why you must run your own race Training alone vs with partners and why empty-bleacher workouts matter Winter training re...

In this episode, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Erika Kemp. Episode Rundown: Houston Half weekend energy and early-season racing mindset Erika Kemp’s race, PR, and returning to Houston after last year’s marathon breakthrough Should Houston be the USATF Half Marathon Championships? How pros use the half marathon in a spring marathon build Brooks teammate camaraderie and in-race pack dynami...