The Running Channel Podcast

In episode 155, Andy, Rick and Sarah break down how to master the treadmill and unlock its full benefits for training and speed. Cold weather or not, there are countless ways to make the treadmill work for you and they cover exactly how to do it in this week’s episode! The podcast trio also share their go to treadmill workouts, before Sarah unveils her latest theory on which marathons Harry Styles...

Super shoes have revolutionised running since Eliud Kipchoge first laced up the Nike Vaporfly in 2016. Once reserved for elite athletes, these carbon-plated shoes are now everywhere - but are they right for you? Who actually benefits from the technology and are there any downsides? Andy, Rick, and Sarah break it all down, cutting through the hype to help you decide whether super shoes belong in yo...

We’re always talking about fine margins in running, and this week Andy, Rick, and Sarah dive into two potential game-changers: altitude training and the surprisingly powerful role of hot baths. What is altitude training? How does your body adapt to it? Who’s actually using it—and should you be? All that gets unpacked in this week’s episode. ALSO... Rick is forced to answer a question he’d very muc...

Is a 5K race the hardest distance to execute perfectly? Is there any room for error? Can you wing it on race day? Do you really need to carb load? These are just some of the questions runners ask when it comes to racing a 5K. Andy, Rick, and Sarah share their top tips on how to tackle, and nail the distance, drawing on their own racing experiences and hard-earned lessons! The Running Channel Podca...

In episode 151 we're talking about marathons! Rick has started thinking about marathon training (finally) and it's time to tell him what not to do and what to do in order to line up and be ready to tackle 26.2 miles. The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur r...

In episode 150 it's quiz time!! Do you rate your running knowledge? Well put it to the test and see how you fair against Andy, Rick and Sarah. The trio are fighting it out to see who wins the 2025 running quiz of the year! The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (ama...

In episode 149 Rick, Sarah and Tom dive into how adding another run could mean big things for your running and how it's given Tom the motivation he was lacking! The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside R...

Andy gives a full debrief just hours after running the Valencia Marathon, where he was aiming to break 2 hours 50 minutes. He dives into his training block, race-day nerves, and the atmosphere out on the course. It’s a real insight into the mind of a former professional athlete who once raced the world’s best over 1500m in front of 80,000 people at the Olympics. Now, he’s racing against himself. T...

Have you ever run without a running watch? Does it count if it's not on Strava? Well, there may be some hidden benefits to training without a watch that you don't know about! Andy, Sarah and Rick all have various experiences of running with and without a running watch - they share their own benefits/drawbacks. Let us know - do you sometimes train without a running watch? The Running Channel Podcas...

In episode 146, Andy and Sarah are joined by Andy’s running coach and best friend Andy Hobdell. Andy H has guided Andy B throughout his professional career, and their partnership remains as strong as ever as Andy B reflects on his toughest week of training yet in preparation for Valencia. They also speak with Andy Hobdell about his work coaching Team Makau, a UK-based professional running team sup...

Is there a trail running boom happening within a running boom? Why are more runners hitting the trails than seemingly ever before? Well.. Andy, Sarah and Rick investigate. Also in this episode, Sarah speaks with Sam King, who's currently running 74 Ultra Marathons in 74 days to honour his Mum who suffered a bleed on the brain at the age of 74. He explains what this challenge means to him and how Y...

Runners often turn to supplements to help meet the demands of training, recovery and peak performance. In this episode, we unpack how supplements can complement a strong foundation of nutrition, structured training, quality sleep, hydration, and stress management. Andy, Rick and Sarah discuss their own experiences of using sport supplements and whether they felt like it actually made a difference...

This week, Andy, Sarah, and Rick explore how comparing yourself to others can shape and sometimes sabotage your performance. Andy reflects on how comparison impacted his Olympic career, Rick opens up about measuring himself against his pre-injury form, and Sarah shares how others have inspired her to improve. Together, they discuss whether comparison can ever be useful in running and offer advice...

Sarah’s just returned from Sweden, where she ran a marathon 1,300 meters underground - yes... UNDERGROUND! Wearing a hard hat and head torch, and barely able to see a few meters ahead, she braved the heat, humidity (and not to mention) brutal elevation to set a new Guinness World Record with a group of other incredible runners. Meanwhile, Tom is clocking up distances he’s never tackled before as h...

After Rick’s tirade last week about a fellow Parkrunner’s heavy breathing, the team are back to explore the science behind how breathing affects your running. What’s really happening to your lungs and body when you run? Can you actually change the way you breathe and could it improve your performance? Plus, the team recap all the action from the Cape Town Marathon, featuring a surprise live quiz f...

Every week, we publish an exclusive bonus episode of The Running Channel Club Podcast , giving you access to more running science, unfiltered banter and some seriously fierce debates. From deep dives into the science of running and presenter race debriefs to uncontrollable laughter – The Running Channel Club has it all! You can access this weekly podcast by joining The Club today – click HERE to f...

In 2025, is running bigger than ever? Andy, Rick and Sarah explore the possible causes as to why running is so popular. From health trends and mental wellness to the influence of social media. Race participation is at an all-time high, Parkrun is more popular than ever and it feels like everyone wants in on the action. So what’s driving this surge and is there a limit to how big running can get? T...

ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits. In this episode, Rick guides Sarah and Andy through his own Everyday Escape . Join the movement by sharing your Everyday Escape using #EverydayEscape. For every post shared with the hashtag, AS...

ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits. In this episode, Sarah guides Andy and Rick through her own Everyday Escape . Join the movement by sharing your Everyday Escape using #EverydayEscape. For every post shared with the hashtag, AS...

ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits. In this episode, Andy guides Rick and Sarah through his own Everyday Escape . Join the movement by sharing your Everyday Escape using #EverydayEscape . For every post shared with the hashtag, A...

In episode 139, Andy and Rick are joined by The Running Channel's Anna Harding to discuss the importance of strength and conditioning for runners, how it improves overall performance and helps prevent injuries and the key exercises every runner should be doing. Anna is taking part in the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, 11th October and is raising money for the PANDAS Foundation, which supports mums an...

Andy, Rick, and Sarah are BACK from Tokyo! It’s no secret that everyday life - from work stress to fatigue, can drain your motivation to run. Maybe you're trying to balance a hectic schedule, dealing with bad weather, or recovering from injury. Whatever the reason, we've all been there. In this episode, the team share their own experiences with motivation dips and offer practical tips to help you...

In the final episode in our 10 Days in Tokyo series - Andy, Rick and Sarah were left speechless in the Women's 800m Final, in awe at the Men's 5000m Final and in disbelief as the heavens opened and rain caused an exciting and dramatic end to the Athletics World Championships here in Tokyo. The US team dominated the evening in both the relay events and Men's 1500m - taking their medal tally to a to...

It's Day 8 of our 10 Days in Tokyo series - following the World Athletics Championships! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the Championships - along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the team you might miss at home! Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon went head-to-head in a thrilling Women’s 5000m final, while...

It's Day 7 of our 10 Days in Tokyo series - following the World Athletics Championships! In this special limited series of The Running Channel podcast, Sarah, Rick and Andy unpack all the action from the Championships - along with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from the team you might miss at home! Noah Lyles matched Usain Bolt’s run of four straight world titles in the men’s 200m, clocking...