
Train Smart Run Strong
We're bringing our long run conversations to the mic. Join us as we chat about all things running!
Latest episodes

Jun 6, 2025 • 56min
The Future of Women's Running Media: RUNHER (feat. Ashley Mateo)
Ashley Mateo joins the podcast today to help us learn more about her. We discuss her journey with running, her background in media and journalism, and her new venture as the founder of RUNHER magazine. You can follow Ashley on Instagram at @ashletmateo Make sure you also follow @runhermag and subscribe to the magazine here: https://simplecirc.com/subscribe/runher-magazine

May 30, 2025 • 50min
From the City to the Trails (feat. Meg Takacs)
Meg Takacs joins the pod today to discuss all things running, ultra running, injuries, and strength training.You can follow Meg on Instagram @meg_takacs and her app is Movement Miles!

May 23, 2025 • 55min
Reminder: This Is Literally Just a Hobby (feat. Gwen Riley)
Gwen Riley joins us on the podcast today to discuss the psychology behind running and to really dig deeper into questions like: "Is my hobby still JUST a hobby?" "How do I disconnect from negative self talk" and "Is running therapy?"You can follow Gwen on Instagram at @psychedtorun

May 16, 2025 • 1h 9min
Finding the Joy in Running (feat. May Elix)
May is on the podcast today to help spread her positivity and love of running. May is truly a light in the running community as she shares all the ups (and downs!) of her running journey in the most authentic and inspiring way. You can follow May's journey on instagram and tiktok @may.elix !

May 9, 2025 • 1h 1min
The Psychology of Injuries (feat. Dr. Carl Bescoby)
Today we are joined by Dr. Carl Bescoby, also known as "The Injury Psychologist", for a phenomenal episode discussing one of the most important aspects of being injured: the mental side. This is a must-listen for any runner who has ever been injured before, is currently injured, or just wants to build a smarter system to help deal with potential injuries.You can find Carl on Instagram at @theinjurypsychologist

May 2, 2025 • 1h 14min
Disciplined... or Disordered? (feat. Amanda Katz)
Amanda Katz is on the podcast today and we don't hold back. We discuss a range of topics... trigger warning *** a lot of it is us openly discussing our previous eating disorders/disordered eating tendencies, exercise addiction, as well as pilates vs. yoga vs. strength training, and how we feel about all the new research on women. You can find Amanda on instagram and threads @amanda_katzz ; and on tiktok @coachamandakatz

Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 22min
Authenticity and Nuance in the Running Community (feat. Latoya Shauntay Snell)
Vicky is joined by Latoya Shauntay Snell in this podcast episode where they break down Latoya's amazing story about how she became a runner and how she navigates having a large platform on social media.Make sure you follow Latoya at:Instagram: @iamlshauntay, @runningfatchef, and @rfcpodThreads: @iamlshauntay, @runningfatchefTiktok: @iamlshauntayFacebook: Running Fat ChefTwitter: @iamlshauntayLinkedIn: Latoya Shauntay SnellAdditionally, Latoya has NEW merch! Check it out at:https://www.bonfire.com/store/rfcshop/

Mar 7, 2025 • 53min
Speed Work 101
Join Treg and Vicky as they share their marathon training journeys and dive into the importance of speed workouts. Find out how to safely incorporate intensity into your routine while building a solid mileage base. They spice things up with personal stories about baking, food preferences, and pop culture connections, keeping the atmosphere light and fun. The hosts also discuss effective pacing strategies and the role of nutrition in training. Plus, enjoy some laughs over workout woes and what’s coming up next!

Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 8min
The Fueling Episode (feat. Holley Samuel)
Vicky is joined by Sports Dietitian Holley Samuel on today's episode. They dive into all things fueling, and Holley goes into detail about why it's important for runners to fuel. Make sure you follow Holley on Instagram, Tiktok and Youtube at @holleyfuelednutrition !

Feb 21, 2025 • 52min
Train, Don't Strain (Feat. Coach Nick)
Treg and Vicky welcome the (in)famous Coach Nick on the podcast today where they discuss Nick's running journey, how he struggled with burnout, and how he ended up re-finding his love for running.