How Was Your Run Today? The Podcast

Over the last 35 years, Wayne Levy has run more than 100,000 miles. What does he do when he's not out running more than halfway to the Moon? He serves on the Boston Athletic Association Board of Governors and the Advisory Board for Back on My Feet Boston, and he manages RunBoston, a company that provides historical running tours in Boston. Bryan and Peter get Wayne to give them the lowdown on the...

Peter survives running 18 miles on the treadmill, while Bryan considers never using a treadmill again. Then they talk with two runners who will be running the Boston Marathon together: Tim Sullivan, a visually impaired runner (and proud member of the Clyde Army) and writer Mark Remy (dumbrunner.com and Runner's World ) who will be Tim's guide. They talk about how Tim got into running, how Mark has...

Bryan wings back from San Diego in time for a frigid tempo run with Peter and has stories about his trip. Peter regales Bryan with his terrible attempt at a 14-miler in the February heat wave. And it's week six of the Clyde Army Countdown!  To make a donation to Peter's running of the 2017 Boston Marathon with Spaulding's Race for Rehab Team, please visit here: https://www.crowdrise.com/spauldingr...

After the update on this week's Clyde Army Countdown, Bryan plays nutritionist to help further Peter's marathon training. Then, they get past their technical difficulties and have an in-depth conversation with runner Alison Desir, creator of the free fitness group Harlem Run. They talk about her (and her relay team's) historic 240-mile run from New York City to Washington D.C. that raised over $10...

They are not medical doctors. Turns out they're not psychologists, either. That's why Bryan and Peter are joined by Dr. Chris Carter, team psychologist for Spaulding Hospital's Race for Rehab Boston Marathon team. They discuss why runners run, what the brain goes through on long runs, and how to tackle training for the big race. Plus, Peter gives his Clyde Army Countdown update for week eight.  ht...

As winter makes itself known in Boston, Peter continues to train for the marathon and breaks in his new Yaktrax. Bryan gets a run in with his beer brewing buddy. And they get a visit from listener and sub-sub-elite runner Funny Ellen London. Plus, an update on the first full week of Peter's Clyde Army Countdown!   Photo by Ellen London. To make a donation to Peter's running of the 2017 Boston Mara...

As Peter's marathon training continues, he pitches a new motivational segment for the show to Bryan. Then, they attempt to interview a guest via Skype, but the internet doesn't cooperate. They end the show having to rely on some serious "self talk" to stay positive.   If you would like to make a donation to Peter's running of the 2017 Boston Marathon with Spaulding's Race for Rehab Team, please vi...

Peter's marathon training has him dreaming about running. Meanwhile, Bryan is back out on the trails and experiences a really tough workout. Then they are joined by the inspirational Bill McCabe who began running in his 50s and has been crushing it ever since. He has run marathons on all 7 continents, ran the Boston Marathon route 26 weeks in a row, and still has some major running goals to share....

The Run-in-Place Party and Podcast Extravaganza was an event like no other. As a snowstorm raged outside, HWYRT joined forces with Coach Dan Fitzgerald and his team at the Heartbreak Hill Running Company for running, shopping, beer drinking, and, of course, podcasting. Partygoers mingled and tried out the amazing treadmill classes, while Bryan and Peter talked with new and experienced runners abou...

HWYRT is back in the WGBH Studio at the Boston Public Library, which triggers a memory for Bryan. Peter continues his training for the Boston Marathon. And Bryan gets a kick out of Peter's habit of always working toward the .2 of 26.2 miles. Then they are joined by veteran runner, and Executive Director of Back On My Feet, Theresa Lynn. Back on My Feet, a national organization operating in 12 majo...

Peter has begun his Boston Marathon training and is raising money for Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. Bryan admits he looks terrible at the end of every race he has ever run. They both admit it's hard to love a treadmill workout at their gym. Then everything gets better when past HWYRT guests each send in an audio letter with their look ahead to running in 2017. https://www.crowdrise.com/spauld...

Peter and Bryan are back for 2017! They set their sights on new races, review the pros and cons of compression socks, and then chat with ultra marathoner, Mike Wardian. Photo by Jennifer Wardian.   www.mikewardian.com  

In this year-end episode of HWYRT, Bryan and Peter discuss what the new year might hold for each of them. They talk up goals and sub-goals, possible upcoming races, and how they both hope to avoid injury. Plus, a bonus listen to the "unaired" half of their interview with Darrell and Megan McTague of the "So THIS is Fitness" podcast, recorded on location a few hours after the Millinocket Marathon....

Bryan and Peter land an audience with the big man himself, Santa Claus! They discuss what it takes to be a jolly old elf, and what runners really want for Christmas. Plus, the triumphant return of Feedback Corner with Lauren Madden! This episode was recorded at the WGBH Studio at the Boston Public Library. Happy holidays to you and yours from all of us at HWYRT!   https://santajg.bandcamp.com http...

It's all been leading up to this. With their list of sub-goals in hand, Bryan and Peter roll into Millinocket, Maine, for the 1st-ever HWYRT Crankle! 2K and the 2nd Annual Millinocket Marathon and Half . Sit back and enjoy this "listen-in" on what the weekend was all about. A huge "thank you" to both Social Media Guru Anna Brooks and Artist-in-Residence Andrea Bonney Gould for making the trek nort...

Bryan and Peter take a break from packing the HWYRT bus to have a chat about what the coming marathon weekend holds for them in Maine. Bryan is experiencing phantom pains and taper traps. Peter attempts to distract him by making it all about himself and the Crankle!2K. Plus, an "App that Up!" and a review of their goals for the trip. http://howwasyourruntoday.com/crankle-2k/ http://www.crowathleti...

Bryan and Peter try out the new WGBH Studio at the Boston Public Library and invite November Project's Emily Saul to join them. Emily tells them how she came to be the Co-Leader of the Boston Tribe and how her day job connects to her life mission of sending out positivity. Plus, Emily destroys Bryan in an ill-advised arm wrestling match. http://november-project.com/category/boston/ http://content....

It's a very special Thanksgiving episode of the show. Bryan is back from Denver and Peter is back to running. They both are thankful for many things and attempt to name some. Bryan is nearing the end of his training for the Millinocket Marathon. Plus, Peter has a book and movie recommendation. Happy Thanksgiving to all! http://www.crowathletics.com/millinocket-marathon-half/ https://www.amazon.com...

Bryan and Peter sit down (on the floor of a tiny hotel room) for an in-depth conversation with ultra marathoner Pam Rickard, Director of The Herren Project Runs. Pam speaks about the mission of The Herren Project, her own recovery from addiction, and the power of community that exists between runners around the world. For more information about The Herren Project: http://www.theherrenproject.org F...

Peter finally gets his running mojo back and Bryan continues his intense marathon training. With Millinocket just a month away, they make a list of goals for the big trip. They read a SAT STAT CHAT comment that they found to be hilarious. Plus, they take a look at the obsessive world of social media. Get all your holiday shopping done here: http://www.redbubble.com/people/hwyrt Help support the to...

Bryan survives his 18-miler and Peter is on the verge of being on the road again. Then, a fantastic conversation with Kelly Roberts of Run Selfie Repeat. Kelly talks about how she began taking the running and social media worlds by storm, and about the importance of learning to love yourself for what your body can do rather than how well it meets some unrealistic standard. She also gives HWYRT a l...

On our 50th-episode anniversary special, Bryan does an insane November Project triathlon while Peter faces his ankles and leans into his pain. Then a peek behind the scenes at HWYRT with special guests artist-in-residence Andrea Bonney Gould and social media guru Anna Brooks. Andrea shares her inspiration for the artistic creations representing HWYRT (and available at the Redbubble Store!) and Ann...

Veteran marathon runner and Westin Hotel's National Run Concierge Chris Heuisler sits down with Bryan and Peter for an in-depth conversation about life and running. Chris brings the guys up to speed on the Westin's run concierge program, tells the story of the most amazing birthday run ever, and offers up some unexpected running advice to help Bryan prepare for his big race in Millinocket, Maine....

Bryan offers an excruciating example of failure and self-doubt, while Peter trims the hedges and climbs out of his rock bottom. The boys also strap on the feedbag and talk about the rules of wearing swag from a race you didn't run. https://www.facebook.com/WGBHBoston/videos/10157663037985455/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE http://www.traillink.com/trail/ashuwillticook-rail-trail.aspx

Bryan and Peter interview professional track athlete and two-time Olympian Nick Symmonds. Nick ran the 800 meter for the U.S. in both the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 Olympics, and is now a self-made "athletepreneur." Plus, Bryan gets an on-the-spot interview with Ryan Iapicca, winner of the Best Buddies 5K in Lynnfield, MA. Meanwhile, Peter explains what's happening with his beard. http://www.nic...