

The Running Public
Kirk Dewindt & Brakken Kraker
Two endurance athletes and coaches sit down to talk all things running! We bring you high level running knowledge and present it at a practical level.
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May 26, 2023 • 1h 38min
Episode 337: Answering Your Questions
Heart rate training vs RPE. Road shoes vs trail shoes. Mileage vs vert for ultras. Singles vs doubles. Starting out with low mileage vs high mileage as a runner.

May 23, 2023 • 58min
Training Tuesday: Training Cycles Part 2 - The 10 Day Schedule
Arguably the single most effective use of your training time, the 10 Day cycle is tailor made for nailing your quality sessions and fully recovering in between!

May 20, 2023 • 1h 11min
Episode 335: The Boys Get REAL Introspective!
One simple question about a race decision spawned 90 minutes of deep dive into why Brakken is the way he is, what the guys want out of running this year, and why sustainability matters so much in your fitness journey.

May 16, 2023 • 58min
Training Tuesday: Training Cycles Part 1: 7 Day
We kick off a mini series on the different types of training cycles runners can employ. Today we dig into the most popular option: the 7 Day Cycle.

May 12, 2023 • 1h 28min
Episode 333: Tom Kerry
Tom works on the industry side of running events in the UK. From positions on the Mass Participation World Global Council and the Running Industry Alliance Board, to his current postings as Head of Partnerships at RaceNation and LimeLight Sports group, Tom has his hands in all things running related. He also has completed hundreds of Park Runs and has been voted Mayor of Running!

May 10, 2023 • 1h 1min
Training Tuesday: Learn from Successful Athletes
We look back on the characteristics, patterns, and trends of the athletes we’ve worked with who have experienced the most success. We break down how they think, act, and train, and hopefully give you some ideas for optimizing your own training and lifestyle.

May 3, 2023 • 1h 4min
Training Tuesday: For the Athlete Who Over Races or Wants to do it All!
The title is self explanatory! Do you try racing every weekend? Do you find yourself signing up for competitions that have no fitness relationships to each other? We got you!

Apr 29, 2023 • 1h 22min
Episode 330: David Magida
In the past year, Dave went through a tibial stress fracture that cost him 16 weeks, lower back issues, and an implosion at the Hyrox European Championships before rebounding to win the North American Championships. How did he manage his physical rehab, mental confidence, and training with a new baby in the mix?

Apr 26, 2023 • 55min
Training Tuesday: What We Learned from Boston & Palm Beach
The Boston Marathon and the Palm Beach Spartan 3k. Two race types that couldn’t be more dissimilar, yet two races that showed us the exact same things: you must be ready for the unique demands of any race and you must pace yourself properly.
Let’s break that down in depth!

Apr 22, 2023 • 1h 50min
Episode 328: Cassie Todtenhagen
Cassie picked up running during Covid and immediately tried an ultramarathon. Since then, she’s been hooked and recently trained through her first pregnancy. Now, she prepares to rebuild for another ultra after giving birth a few weeks ago.