Kinda Fast Podcast

Welcome to episode 41 of the Kinda Fast Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a super practical topic: what to expect at your first 5K — especially if you’re coming from a Couch to 5K training plan. With so many runners in our community gearing up for their first race, this episode is your simple, no-stress guide to feeling confident on race day. We kick things off with What Does That Even Mean? a...

Welcome to episode 40 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, we’re doing something a little different. We’re breaking down last week’s strength training episode with Travis, turning it into simple, practical takeaways you can actually apply to your running. If you listened to last week’s episode, this is your “now what?” And if y...

Welcome to episode 39 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, Claire is brought in a special guest: Jon Beasley, owner and founder of Mind and Body Strength. Together, they dive into a topic a lot of runners avoid: strength training. They break down what hypertrophy actually means, why lifting won’t make you bulky, and how strengt...

Welcome to Episode 38 of the Kinda Fast Podcast. In this episode, Claire and Travis break down the running term maximum heart rate and explain why it matters for training, pacing, and understanding your effort zones. They also share a simple way to estimate your maximum heart rate and talk about how runners can use that information to train smarter. They also cover several major stories from the r...

Episode 37: Kinda Unmotivated: How to Run When You Don’t Feel Like It Welcome to Episode 37 of the Kinda Fast Podcast , the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, Travis and Claire break down the training term “time on feet” and explain why many coaches measure long runs by time instead of distance. They discuss how this approach helps runners build endurance,...

Episode 36: Down Weeks, New Balance’s Big Year, Provisional Stars, and “Am I a Runner?” Welcome to episode 36 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, Travis and Claire break down down weeks and why pulling back is part of getting better, not falling behind. Then they hit the running news with a big New Balance growth story (includ...

Episode 35: Kinda Fast, Kinda Efficient: Super Shoes, Running Economy & Record-Breaking News Welcome to Episode 35 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, Claire and Travis break down one of the biggest trends in running right now: super shoes . What makes them different? How do carbon plates and high-performance foam work? An...

Welcome back to the Kinda Fast Podcast....the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, Claire and Travis break down cadence ...what it really means, why the 180 steps-per-minute rule isn’t one-size-fits-all, and how small adjustments can improve efficiency and reduce injury risk. In the news, they cover: New data showing major marathons are now matching (and som...

In episode 33 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Travis and Claire break down one of the most common runner complaints: dead legs. They explain what dead legs actually are, why they happen, and how to respond without overreacting or forcing intensity when your body is asking for recovery. They also recap highlights from the 2026 Millrose Games, including standout performances from Cam Myers, Nikki Hiltz,...

In episode 32 of the Kinda Fast Podcast , Claire and Travis break down heart rate variability (HRV)...what it actually measures, why runners see it on their watches all the time, and how to use it without spiraling or overthinking your training. They also hit the latest running news, including Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s pregnancy and what it means for women’s track in 2026, plus an inspiring stor...

Episode 31 | Kinda Under-Fueling: Low Energy Availability (LEA) in Running In this episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast , Travis and Claire break down a workout term every runner should know: progression runs ...what they are, why they work, and how they teach you to finish strong on tired legs. Then it’s running news you didn’t see coming: a race that includes Ferrari’s private test track , how to e...

Welcome to Episode 30 of the Kinda Fast Podcast , the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, Travis and Claire have a stacked running-news episode ...from Disney Marathon weekend drama (including a course that was shortened mid-race), to the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee , to huge performances at the Houston Marathon + Half . In our “ What D...

Welcome to Episode 29 of the Kinda Fast Podcast , the show where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. After a few weeks off the mic together, Travis and Claire are back with life and office updates, a race recap, a fresh round of running news, and a deep dive into how to actually stick with your New Year running goals (without burning out by the second Friday of January). They br...

Kinda Fast Podcast - Episode 28 What does it really mean to train through pain? When should runners push through discomfort… and when is it time to stop? In Episode 28 of the Kinda Fast Podcast , we’re joined by Drew McAbee, DPT , a runner and Doctor of Physical Therapy with Promotion Rehab & Sports Medicine. Drew works with runners every day and helps break down what’s normal, what’s not, and...

In this special episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast , Claire welcomes her very first guest ...her mom, Karen Huminski ...for an honest, hope-filled conversation about running, faith, and starting again. Karen shares her journey of returning to running later in life, learning to trust a training plan, and preparing for the Chicago Marathon at 65 . From rediscovering confidence after a long break, to...

Welcome to Episode 26 of the Kinda Fast Podcast , where we talk running, real life, and everything in between. This week, Claire and Travis break down one of the most important—and misunderstood—phrases in running: “Hold Your Line.” We explain what it actually means, why it matters, and how this one habit can make running safer and more enjoyable for everyone sharing the road, trail, or track. We...

Welcome to Episode 25 of the Kinda Fast Podcast , where we talk running, real life, faith, and everything in between. This week, Claire and Travis dive into a conversation every runner needs: why running is hard… and why it’s still worth doing anyway . We kick things off with our “What Does That Even Mean?” segment, breaking down STRIDES ...what they are, how to do them correctly, and why they’re...

Kinda Fast Podcast Episode 24: Kinda Overcoming Disappointment When You Miss Your Goal This week, Claire and Travis cover four big running stories, including Garmin’s leaked wearable, course-cutting at NCAA Cross Country, and why a runner is suing Nike over the Alphafly. They also break down why easy running is surprisingly hard for beginners and how to finally pace it right. Then in the Deep Dive...

Kinda Fast Podcast | Episode 23 – Kinda The Thanksgiving Episode In this Thanksgiving week episode, Claire and Travis pause the pace charts and talk gratitude. Instead of focusing on PRs and race goals, they each share three real-life gifts running has given them—from being able to play with their kids, to having a built-in escape and community, to still chasing big goals in their 40s. You’ll also...

Kinda Fast Podcast | Episode 22: Kinda Off Track: When a Bad Workout Doesn’t Define Your Race A bad workout doesn’t define your race. In this episode, Claire and Travis break down what happens when training goes wrong, why it doesn’t mean your fitness is gone, and how to stay confident even when your biggest workouts fall apart. This week’s episode includes: • How Travis failed two out of three ke...

Welcome to Episode 21 of the Kinda Fast Podcast — the show for beginner runners taking on their first 5K and fun runners out there chasing that next PR! In this episode, Claire and Travis break down the most common mistakes new runners make and how to avoid them. From going too hard too soon, to wearing the wrong shoes, to skipping recovery, this episode is packed with simple, practical tips to he...

Claire and Travis dig into the NYC Marathon, Kipchoge’s seven-star milestone, and a few wild running stories before breaking down how to thrive in cold-weather training. Learn the five key tips for layering, safety, and motivation when temperatures drop. Full Episode Description (paste in your RSS show notes section): In this episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis cover everything fr...

Claire and Travis are fresh off their fall races — and this week, they’re talking all about what happens after the finish line. From post-race highs to the recovery slump, this episode dives into how to rest, refuel, and reset the right way. Claire shares her Spinx Half Marathon recap from Greenville, South Carolina, where she ran her smartest race yet, complete with negative splits and a 47-minut...

Kinda Qualified for the Boston Marathon Whether you’re a beginner runner training for your very first 5K or a seasoned runner who’s been around the block, this podcast is for you. We share tips, encouragement, and plenty of laughs along the way. This week, Travis is officially Boston Marathon qualified — and we’re getting the full race recap: from the highs and the pain cave moments to almost plow...

Need a race day plan—but not sure where to start? This episode breaks down everything that goes into the perfect race plan so you can show up confident, fueled, and ready to run your best race yet. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PR, Travis walks through his full Columbus Marathon plan —covering nutrition, pacing, mindset, and gear—and shows you how to build your ow...