

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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Mar 3, 2020 • 1h 3min
Training Tuesday #5: "Compromised Running" Workouts
The hosts discuss impressive female runners and their favorite compromised run workouts. They explore OCR workouts, the Hopi tempo, and challenging running workouts. They share a tough workout called 'Fanbike five K' and discuss incline trainers and the importance of warranties. They also emphasize the importance of avoiding intense workouts during race week.

Feb 28, 2020 • 1h 2min
Episode 6: What We Learned in Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Spartan Sprint taught us a few important lessons about what really matters in OCR and off road racing. Kirk and Brakken analyze the race and give you the tips and advice you need in order to ensure that your 2020 race season goes according to plan! They also give an important PSA to the running community: Watch the US Marathon Olympic Trials! It will be broadcasted live on NBC and NBC Sports at 12:00p EST. You won't regret it!

Feb 21, 2020 • 54min
Episode 5: Jacksonville Spartan Preview
The 2020 Spartan US National Series kicks off this weekend in Jacksonville Florida! Kirk and Brakken discuss the race course, weather, favorites & underdogs, and predictions.

Feb 18, 2020 • 44min
Training Tuesday #4: Cross-Training Through Injury
As endurance athletes, we are always one training session away from an injury. When it does hit, we don't have to forgo the rest of our training block! Today's episode is a field guide for how to maintain maximum fitness throughout your recovery process. We touch upon:
The best cross-training exercises
Our favorite cross-training speed sessions and long workouts
A sample week for an injured athlete
y mucho mas!

Feb 14, 2020 • 1h 31min
Episode 4: Matt B. Davis
Obstacle Racing's original and most well known writer / podcaster / personality swings by to give some unique insight into the Spartan ProTest. He also covers his journey from stand-up comedian to OCR media mogul and finishes up with a chat about his current training and the Nike Vaporfly.

Feb 11, 2020 • 1h 1min
Training Tuesday #3: Running Terminology 101
Our sport is, unfortunately, filled with technical terms and jargon. Today we simplify things for you! We define the most commonly used running terms and give examples of how to incorporate each of them into your training.
What is a Tempo Run? How about a Threshold Run?
Lactate Threshold vs Anaerobic Threshold vs VO2 max
Running Economy
What constitutes a Long Run?
What are strides and how do I do them?
Is vertical oscillation even a thing? Does it matter?
What's a Fartlek?
and so much more!

Feb 7, 2020 • 1h 1min
Episode 3: Abu Dhabi Hosts the Spartan World Championship
Spartan has announced that Abu Dhabi will host the 2020 World Championship. This episode covers everything you will need in order to be ready!
travel advice
where to stay
what to expect
weather
race terrain
training prep

Feb 4, 2020 • 29min
Training Tuesday #2: Train Like an Olympian
Olympian Carrie Tollefson joins us to discuss:
The importance of the Long Run (and long workouts)
Fitting training in no matter your time constraints
Quantity vs Quality at different stages in life
Her favorite workouts
and much more!

Jan 31, 2020 • 1h 9min
Episode 2: Olympian Carrie Tollefson
Olympian. Mother. Wife. Announcer. Entrepreneur. Carrie Tollefson is all of these things and more. One of the best middle distance runners in US history joins us this week for an episode that will inspire you, make you laugh, and motivate you to be your best self!

Jan 28, 2020 • 36min
Training Tuesday #1: Winter Running
Struggling with getting out the door to run when the weather turns cold? Unsure what footwear or clothing to use? Wondering what type of workouts can be done in the snow? This episode answers all those questions and more. Tune in and then get outside and rip up some winter running!


