Victor Urquhart Smångs & Frej Ersa Engberg

Runners FM

Sports EN ↓ 95 episodes

A podcast focusing on anything and everything to do with running. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to be more entertained on your journey towards becoming a better runner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Victor Urquhart Smångs & Frej Ersa Engberg

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

20. The Q&A With Jacob Boutera 04.12.2024

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19. The Yada Yada. Mike Tyson VS Jake Paul, Youtube, practice your training and good recommendations 27.11.2024

In the 19th episode of Runners FM , we discuss the fact that Mike Tyson couldn't beat Jake Paul. Since our last episode, we've also made our debut on YouTube, and we share why we were so excited about Victor's impressive 12mmol performance. We dive into the importance of building a routine when introducing new forms of training, as it takes time and practice before the benefits start to show. Plus...

18. THE NBRO SPECIAL 22.11.2024

"We were invited to  RADIO.NBRO  by the infamous founder, Anders Rømer" of what might just be the world’s best running community,  NBRO  in Copenhagen. We had an amazing time recording this special episode, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!" "Something’s cooking in Stockholm. It was love at first sight, when elite runner Victor Smångs and director and runner Andreas A...

17. The training talk you don't want to miss! How to do hill-sprints, heat training update, Norwegian method questions and Steve Magness appreciation 20.11.2024

In episode 17, we revisit Victor's heat training journey, as the team from Core has flown in from the U.S. to document his progress. We also provide an update on our current training and conditioning, and look ahead to our upcoming tests with Mads. Hill sprints are frequently praised and discussed, but how should you actually perform them, and is a "hill" absolutely necessary? Victor addresses two...

16. The Kristian Ulriksen. Running in Kenya, Renato Canovas "Special blocks" The benefits of having and coach, what are you willing to sacrifice 13.11.2024

In the 16th episode of  Runners FM , we’re joined by Norwegian podcast host and elite runner Kristian Ulriksen. Kristian, known for his podcasts " Breaking Marathon Limits"  and " I Det Lange Løp" , is currently in Kenya training. During our conversation, he shares insights from his recent training experiences with his new coach, Jordan Donnelley. Together, they’ve discovered n...

15. The second Q&A 06.11.2024

It’s time for our second Q&A, and this time, we’re excited to have Victor’s coach, Mads, join us! We’ve got some great questions lined up. Josh Daicos question 00:38:54 The Australian footballer, wants to know what is considered an optimal lactate level for LT1 and what other types of runs Victor incorporates beyond LT1 and LT2? Eskil's Question: 0:57:50 Curious about how and why he...

14. The Banter With Diego Estrada. Double Threshold, Dangers of DNF'ing, Olympic regrets, over training and the importance of discipline 30.10.2024

Mexican-American world-class runner Diego Estrada has made history by becoming the first guest ever to join us in our recording studio. Earlier this year, he set another record, the American record for the 25K and is now focused on competing in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. In our conversation, we explore concepts like double and even triple thresholds, various training regimens, and the mistakes...

13. The Jonah Rosner. Caffeine, Tapering, Carbon fibre, Marathon, Strength training and so much more! 23.10.2024

In the thirteenth episode, we are thrilled to welcome Jonah Rosner, an esteemed Elite Running Scientist. Jonah is currently engaged at a prominent research lab in New York, where he rigorously tests methodologies and innovations to enhance elite athletes' performance. This episode provides a unique opportunity to delve into a wide array of topics, as we engage in an insightful discussion with Jona...

12. The Marathon. MATT FOX DID IT! Chicago Marathon highlights! When will Victor start running Marathons? What is good marathon training? 16.10.2024

Matt Fox shattered the 2:20 barrier in Chicago, while Ruth Chepngetich set a new world record in the women's marathon. But is it too good to be true? We share our insights and thoughts on marathons and delve into the philosophy of marathon training. What should a marathon-specific training block include, and why is it important to feel fatigued during certain sessions? Let’s explore these question...

11. The Last Interview Before Chicago With Matt Fox from Sweat Elite 13.10.2024

We had the opportunity to conduct the final interview with Matt Fox before he attempts to break the sub-2:20 barrier in the marathon once again. What changes has Matt made to his training regimen? How does it feel to get married just a week before a marathon? Is explosive training essential for marathon runners? Could his innovative approach to fueling during a race become the "next big thing"? Ho...

10. The Fastest Dane: Marathon Insights from Jacob Simonsen! Discover key strategies for managing pain and expanding your "pain cave", the vital role of recovery, energy intake tips, and valuable insights on the "beer mile." 09.10.2024

We’re thrilled to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Runners FM by featuring Jacob Simonsen, who recently shattered the Danish marathon record at the Berlin Marathon. What has life been like for Jacob since he crossed the finish line, and how does he approach his recovery? Discover how one can become the Danish champion in the beer mile, set a world record for a half marathon while pushing a stroll...

09. The Follow Up. Lines test results are in, what's the verdict? Some more thoughts about routine, Aerobic base shortage and general test talk. 02.10.2024

We received a question in our first Q&A we're Line wanted to be able to run with a lower heart rate. We did our best to answer her question but without a test result it was purely speculation. Line decide to head over ot Aktivitus for some proper lab test and the results are in. We dissect here results and talk about what Line should focus on for the upcoming months. Victor is enjoying his vac...

08. The Breath In Focus. Optimal amounts of breaths when running?! Why exactly is Victor breathing in to a blue ballon every morning? The best way to strengthen your respiratory system. 25.09.2024

On the 8th episode of Runners FM we are delighted to be joined by Luke Way from ISOCAPNIC. Luke and his team has done thorough testing on elite athletes and been able to concluded that a lot of them are limited by their respiratory system. ISOCANPIC targets that problem and the data shows that they are really on to something. Link to podcast episode about zone 1 training that's mentioned in the ep...

07. The next training block: Geeky training talk with Victor's coach Mads. Max speed, tapering, heat training, strides and so much more! 18.09.2024

Geeky training talk with Victor's coach Mads. Max speed, tapering, heat training, strides and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06. The First Q&A 11.09.2024

The first ever Q&A episode on Runners FM. How would you get the most out of 4-5 running hours per week? If we needed to pick one interval session for the rest of our life what would we choose? Whats our best running memory? How to do LT1 training without measuring your lactate? How should I train to lower my heart rate during long slow distance sessions? Tune in and get the answers to all of t...

05. The Shoe Rotation With "Ben Is Running" 06.09.2024

On the fifth episode of Runners FM we are delighted to have Ben Felton a.k.a "Ben is running" on the show. Ben is a popular YouTuber and receive shoes fram almost every brand you can think of weekly. We could think of no one better to ask about shoe rotation than Ben. We talk about what shoes Ben uses for his daily jogs, why and when he chooses to run with carbo plated shoes and also also find out...

04. The Routine 02.09.2024

How much Vitamin-N can Victor take before dying from boredom? How much Vitamin-N should you consume to balance the mundane and not go overboard and lose inspiration? In this episode we talk about routines and what you should be aware about regarding your own routines good and bad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03. The BAMM Special 30.08.2024

This is a special race report episode. Andreas has been up in the arctic circle running a mountain marathon called BAMM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02. The LT1 26.08.2024

Why do you need to run a lot of slow miles to become fast? What exactly is mitochondria and why should you aim to get more of them? Lactate, glycogen, fat what purpose do they each serve? We place a phone call to our favourite coach in Denmark Mads Taersboel in search for answers to the questions above. We also get to hear how Victor and Mads defines LT1 and we question how anyone can have another...

01. The Big Presentation 24.08.2024

Runners FM is alive! We're starting of with a very thorough presentation of our selves and why we have decided to start this podcast . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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