THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST Exclusive: Andreas Almgren on the Untold Details Behind His Tokyo World Bronze—And the Inside Plan to Chase the European Half Marathon Record in Valencia
Oct 5, 2025
Swedish long-distance runner Andreas Almgren shares insights from his remarkable journey to winning bronze in the 10,000 meters at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. He discusses the challenges and strategies behind his record-breaking performances, including his ambitious goal to shatter the European half marathon record in Valencia. Almgren reflects on the mental game before races and the significance of his medal for Sweden. He also emphasizes the importance of perseverance and adapting training methods for success.
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Persistence Through A Decade Of Setbacks
- Andreas describes a decade-long journey with injuries and setbacks before finally medaling at Worlds.
- He emphasizes persistence despite repeated fourth places and physical setbacks leading to the bronze.
Keep Speed In Half-Marathon Prep
- Do maintain speed-focused track work even when preparing for a half marathon to create overcapacity.
- Andreas says faster training makes half-marathon pace feel easier and reduces need for pure race-pace sessions.
Use Long Thresholds For Specificity
- Try longer threshold-style efforts to adapt to sustaining fast pace for the half marathon.
- Andreas swapped a Saturday heel run for a long half-specific session like 3×5km at descending paces.