Looking for some podcasts to inspire you, help you improve, or just keep you company during your runs? Well, you’ve come to the right place!
I’ve done the hard work for you and listed the best running podcasts by categories.
Whether you’re a weekend trail runner or aiming to conquer your first marathon, there’s a podcast that will totally motivate you.
1. Inspiring Podcasts and Epic Running Stories
Need some motivation? There’s nothing better than a good podcast telling you about incredible races, crazy challenges, and runners who gave it all to cross the finish line. If you want to feel like a hero or just remind yourself that you can do it too, these podcasts are perfect for you. Definitely worth a listen during those long runs or interval sessions (because yes, even superheroes sweat).
🎧 Podcasts to check out
→ Running with James: a journey into the mind and soul of a runner, where faith, resilience, and passion fuel every step.
→ The Adventure Jogger: hilarious, raw, and inspiring tales from the world of trail and ultra running—where every mile has a story.
→ We Are Superman: powerful conversations with athletes and coaches who prove that the human spirit knows no limits.
→ Like a Bigfoot: a deep dive into the adventures, challenges, and triumphs of endurance athletes pushing beyond the ordinary.
→ Bad Boy Running: a wild, no-holds-barred podcast celebrating the highs, lows, and crazy moments that make running truly epic.
2. Running Performance and Preparation Podcasts
Want to know how to improve your 10K time, pace, or recovery after a tough run? These podcasts are packed with practical tips, nutrition hacks, and mental preparation strategies to make you faster than a gazelle.
🎧 Must-listen podcasts
→ The Strength Running Podcast: proven training strategies, expert insights, and actionable advice to help you run stronger, faster, and injury-free.
→ Koopcast: deep dives into endurance training, science, and coaching wisdom with one of the top ultra-running coaches, Jason Koop.
→ Running Rogue: elevate your running game with expert coaching, race strategies, and the mindset needed to reach your full potential.
→ Running Long: everything you need to master long-distance running—training tips, race prep, and expert interviews to go the extra mile.
→ SingleTrack: a must-listen for trail and ultra runners, covering performance, gear, and the mental game behind epic endurance feats.
3. Trail Running and Outdoor Podcasts
If you dream of mountains, forests, and running through nature, these podcasts are for you. Whether you’re a beginner trail runner or a seasoned pro, you’ll find interviews, gear advice, and stories about extreme races. Because running on trails is a whole different ball game than road running. You’ve gotta be ready for anything (like that never-ending uphill section).
🎧 Don’t miss these
→ Trail Running Women – Hilary Spires: stories of grit, adventure, and inspiration from badass women crushing trails and pushing limits.
→ The Freetrail Podcast – Dylan Bowman: deep conversations with trail running legends, covering racing, training, and the culture of the sport.
→ The Trailhead: your go-to guide for all things trail running—gear, training, and stories from the dirt.
→ The Trail Network Podcast: a hub for trail running insights, featuring expert interviews, race analysis, and community stories.
→ The Trail Runner Nation: a lively and insightful dive into the trail running world, blending expert advice with the pure joy of running wild.
4. Motivation and Mental Strength Podcasts
There are days when you just don’t feel like running. You’d rather binge-watch Netflix than lace up your shoes. These podcasts will get you back on track. With motivating tips, talks about the mental side of running, and interviews with runners who’ve pushed themselves to the limit, you’ll be ready to hit the road and smash your goals.
🎧 Podcasts to boost your spirit
→ Some Work, All Play: a fun and insightful take on running, training, and the mental game, proving that joy and hard work go hand in hand.
→ Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara: Honest, unfiltered conversations from two running legends, covering the highs, lows, and laughs of the sport.
→ Diz Runs: personal stories, mindset shifts, and practical tips to help you find motivation and joy in every mile.
→ Ali on the Run Show: candid and uplifting interviews with runners of all levels, celebrating the passion and perseverance that fuel the sport.
→ I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein: a feel-good podcast packed with inspiring stories, real talk, and motivation to keep you running strong.
→ Inspired Soles: deep conversations on the mental side of running, featuring athletes who prove that resilience is the key to going the distance.
5. Nutrition and Wellness Podcasts
We all know that running on an empty stomach isn’t the best idea. These podcasts provide the knowledge to fuel your body before, during, and after your runs. And let’s face it, if you don’t want to finish your marathon on a granola bar (we’ve seen you). It’s better to listen to these podcasts and figure out what to actually put on your plate.
🎧 Nutrition podcasts you can’t skip
→ The Eat for Endurance Podcast: expert advice on fueling your body for performance, recovery, and long-term health in endurance sports.
→ Rich Roll: deep, thought-provoking conversations on wellness, endurance, and personal transformation with world-class athletes and experts.
→ Running Long: everything you need to optimize endurance running, from nutrition and training to race-day strategy and recovery.
So there you have it, a list of some of the best running podcasts out there.
Time to put on your headphones, rock your favorite cap (you know, the VERA one, the one made for champions), and dive into your next running adventure.
And if you know of any other podcasts that should be on this list, let us know! Because just like a good race, there’s always room for a few more gems in the world of running.
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