Best Sean Tierney Podcasts (2025)

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10x National Champ Sara Hall on the Secrets to Running Longevity for Decades 49:33

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Sara Hall has been competing at the highest level for nearly 30 years. She was the 2000 high school national cross country champion before earning 7-time All-America honors at Stanford University. Not only has she won 10 US National Championship titles, but she’s the only American to win national titles in both the mile and the marathon. Her incred…

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How ‘Coach of the Year’ Sean Brosnan Revolutionized Newbury Park’s Cross Country Team 53:32

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Coach Sean Brosnan turned around a struggling Newbury Park high school cross country team that hadn't qualified for a State Championship in 25 years. Soon, they had won three consecutive National Championships. How did he do it? Sean shares the psychological and physical strategies he used to instill belief, develop fitness, and build the bond betw…

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The 7 Best Recovery Strategies (Learned From 15 Years of Coaching) 29:04

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What are the most effective recovery strategies for runners? In this episode, Jason distills his 15+ years of coaching and 27 years of running experience into the most important lessons about the recovery process. Hindsight is 20/20! For more on recovery, download our free Little Black Book of Recovery & Prevention and you'll hear advice from 9 eli…

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How to Improve the 3 Running Thresholds (Z2, LT, and VO2 Max), with Phil Batterson, PhD 1:19:16

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Phil Batterson is a competitive runner, former running coach, and the founder of Critical Oxygen. Phil has a PhD in human bioenergetics and a love for all sorts of endurance sports, from rowing to track and field and ultras. His goal with Critical Oxygen is to teach athletes and coaches how to optimize their physiology to maximize endurance perform…

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How to Create a Marathon Breakthrough: A Coaching Call on Massive Marathon Improvement 1:10:43

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Dan joins us on the podcast today: a runner who recently improved his marathon from 3:38 to 3:08. In this conversation, Dan shares what he did to improve by a massive 30 minutes over 26.2 miles. But what if he wants to keep going? What if Dan wants to run another 30 minutes faster and start flirting with a sub-2:40 marathon? We'll cover what traini…

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The Path to Going Pro: How Annie Rodenfels Went from D3 to Elite Runner 51:20

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Andrea (Annie) Rodenfels is a 7x All-American in the steeplechase and 5,000m, national champion, Drake Relays 3,000m steeplechase champion, and 2x Olympic Trials qualifier. Annie is also one of the few pro runners to come from a Division III school. In this episode, we discuss her path to going pro: The evolution of her career from college to now H…

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Inside the Science of Wearable Tech with Dr. Peter Tierney (Hardware, Metrics, & More) 1:12:54

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When you get a new smart watch, heart rate monitor, or other type of wearable, do you know how it will help your running, specifically? Dr. Peter Tierney is a health and performance researcher, consultant, and coach who’s worked with many professional sports organizations across Europe. He joins us today to discuss the science behind wearable tech.…

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Heat Training Q&A: How to Structure & Benefit from Heat Training 27:19

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Runners are heat training more often with saunas, hot tubs, and hot weather runs. How much do we need to realize the full benefits of heat training? What are the best options and how do we structure it into our training? In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald shares how to think about heat training from duration to frequency to type of heat traini…

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Dr. Phil Skiba on Breaking2, How to Build Critical Power, and the Secret to a Fast Kick 53:53

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Dr. Philip Skiba is a physician, performance consultant for the Breaking 2 project, coach to dozens of world class athletes, and author of Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes. Phil is a world-class expert on running physiology and how to race faster. His groundbreaking research into Critical Power, Critical Speed, and the "W Prime" model of …

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American Record Holder Keira D’Amato on Setbacks, Being a “Bulldozer,” & Fun Running 58:42

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Keira D'Amato holds the American record in the 10-mile and is the former half-marathon and marathon American record holder. Her new book, Don't Call it a Comeback, is now available for preorder. She was a 4x All-American at American University in both Cross Country and Track but took about a decade off from running seriously in her 20's and 30's. K…

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Olympian Colleen Quigley on Injuries, Triathlon Misadventures, and Her New Pro Track Team Meridia 1:13:58

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Colleen Quigley is a 2016 Olympian, steeplechaser, and former model. She accepted a full scholarship to Florida State University, where she became a nine-time NCAA All-American and a 2015 NCAA Champion in the 3000-meter steeplechase. Colleen went on to compete in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio, finishing 8th in the 3000-meter steeplechase. She is …

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Lindsey Hein Interviews Jason on Mindset, His 2:39 Marathon, Injuries, & Race Strategy 1:32:25

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Podcaster and coach Lindsey Hein recently hosted Jason on her podcast, I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein. The conversation was wide-ranging and touched on a variety of topics so it had to be shared again! Lindsey asks Jason about: His favorite 5k race strategy of "Letting Jesus Take the Wheel" How Jason got started in podcasting / Strength Runnin…

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Pete Pfitzinger on How to Run Your Best Marathon: Aging, Intensity, Posture, and More 1:04:19

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Pete Pfitzinger is a RRCA hall of famer, top American at two Olympic Marathons, and legendary coach and author most known for his book Advanced Marathoning (the 4th edition is now available for preorder!). He's the top American at the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Marathons, a 2-time winner of the San Francisco Marathon, 3rd place finisher at the 1987 NYC …

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Strength vs. Power: How to Lift So You Race Faster with Professor Andy Galpin (repost) 53:37

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Strength training is such a valuable tool for building speed, power, efficiency, strength, and injury resilience, that this episode needed to be republished! It originally aired in March 2022. Andy Galpin, PhD has been an assistant professor at California State University Fullerton for more than a decade. He formerly won a Division 3 national footb…

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Fueling 2.0: Training with a Continuous Glucose Monitor with Olympic Coach Hunter Allen 1:09:00

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Continuous Glucose Monitors - or CGM's - tell you how much glucose is in your body in real-time. But can they be helpful for runners? As the carb revolution continues and we understand the importance of high-carb fueling for endurance performance, the next logical question to ask is: Well, what's the optimal level of glucose? Is there a range that'…

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The Season After the Season: How to Plan After a Breakthrough Race, with Sara Manderscheid 1:12:08

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A breakthrough race is intoxicating. Running a big Personal Best is a clear sign that you're training well, thriving, and on the right track. But what happens next? What happens after you run a big PR and your season comes to an end? How do you keep the momentum going, while still respecting recovery and your need for down-time? This episode is a r…

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Facts vs. Fads: Dr. Nick Tiller on Nasal Strips, Organics, Cupping, Detox Diets, and More 1:08:02

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Do nasal strips actually help you breathe better? What about detox diets or organic food - are they worth it? In this episode, Dr. Nick Tiller shares the evidence behind a variety of health and wellness trends and ideas, including: Cupping Organic Food Detox Diets Nasal Strips Respiratory Muscle Trainers Barefoot Running Dr. Nick Tiller is a resear…

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Is Creatine Worth the Hype? Weighing the Pros & Cons with Physiologist Brady Holmer 1:00:43

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Creatine is now one of the most hyped supplements with promises of faster recovery, leaner muscle gain, and even increased strength and power. But should distance runners consider adding it to their routine? Is it worth the benefits while considering its drawbacks. Brady Holmer is a physiologist, 2:24 marathoner, and author of the Physiologically S…

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Coaching Call: How Brandon Resolved ITBS, Ran 4 PR’s, and Set New Mileage Records 57:11

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My client Brandon has had an amazing few years: he resolved several imbalances, improved his stride, healed ITBS, ran PR's in 4 major race distances, and also set a few training mileage PR's .... wow! In this episode, he explains how he turned his running around and got faster, healthier, and able to train even more. A big part was his embrace of s…

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CrossFit vs. Pilates, Best Calf Exercises, and How to Lift More Weight with Victoria Sekely DPT 1:10:23

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Dr. Victoria Sekely is a physical therapist, certified strength & conditioning specialist, and certified running coach. She is one of the brightest, most nuanced thinkers in the running space. In this episode, we answer YOUR questions about strength training! How to balance running and CrossFit When "something is better than nothing" might be wrong…

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Alex Hutchinson, PhD on New Training Theory, High Mileage, Heat Training, and the Effort Paradox 1:07:50

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Bestselling author and acclaimed exercise science journalist Alex Hutchinson is back on the podcast! He is a regular columnist for Outside magazine writing the Sweat Science column and has contributed to publications such as the New York Times and the New Yorker. He’s a former member of the Canadian national team, holds a PhD in physics from the Un…

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Foundational Running Skills: Carolyn Coffin Interviews Jason on Fundamental Training 1:20:57

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Hear Jason getting interviewed about fundamental training: the most important elements of any training plan, why you should focus on middle distances, the remaining 1% of things to focus on, why the term "full marathon" should be banished, and more. This is a repost of an episode of the Inspired Soles Podcast. Resources from the show: 5k Training P…

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2:24 Marathoner Jackie Gaughan on How She Trains + Works for Goldman Sachs 45:31

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Jackie Gaughan is one of the fastest marathoners in the United States. She’s a Boston-based, Saucony sponsored athlete who ran for the University of Notre Dame where she earned All-conference honors in both cross country and track. She qualified for the 2024 US Olympic Marathon Trials at Berlin, where she was the second American finisher. She holds…

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Fueling & Nutrition for Young Runners: A Guide for Coaches & Parents with Michele Pettinger 50:31

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Our diet and fueling habits are setting important examples for our kids. Are we doing it right? Joining me is coach Michele Pettinger. She’s a Level 2 certified coach through the Road Runners’ Club of America, a certified specialist in fitness nutrition through the ISSA, and she’s the author of the new book The Young Runner’s Guide to Nutrition. We…

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A Smart Shoe that Measures Motion: Avelo & the Next-Generation of Running Shoes 59:01

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150 years ago, electricity was added to mechanical products to make them better. It ushered in the era of the automobile and was described as the Second Industrial Revolution. We're now experiencing a second revolution: adding intelligence to common products to make them better. And this intelligence is coming for your running shoes. Avelo is pione…

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10x National Champ Sara Hall on the Secrets to Running Longevity for Decades 49:33

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How ‘Coach of the Year’ Sean Brosnan Revolutionized Newbury Park’s Cross Country Team 53:32

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The 7 Best Recovery Strategies (Learned From 15 Years of Coaching) 29:04

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How to Improve the 3 Running Thresholds (Z2, LT, and VO2 Max), with Phil Batterson, PhD 1:19:16

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How to Create a Marathon Breakthrough: A Coaching Call on Massive Marathon Improvement 1:10:43

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The Path to Going Pro: How Annie Rodenfels Went from D3 to Elite Runner 51:20

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Inside the Science of Wearable Tech with Dr. Peter Tierney (Hardware, Metrics, & More) 1:12:54

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Heat Training Q&A: How to Structure & Benefit from Heat Training 27:19

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Dr. Phil Skiba on Breaking2, How to Build Critical Power, and the Secret to a Fast Kick 53:53

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American Record Holder Keira D’Amato on Setbacks, Being a “Bulldozer,” & Fun Running 58:42

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Olympian Colleen Quigley on Injuries, Triathlon Misadventures, and Her New Pro Track Team Meridia 1:13:58

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Lindsey Hein Interviews Jason on Mindset, His 2:39 Marathon, Injuries, & Race Strategy 1:32:25

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Pete Pfitzinger on How to Run Your Best Marathon: Aging, Intensity, Posture, and More 1:04:19

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Strength vs. Power: How to Lift So You Race Faster with Professor Andy Galpin (repost) 53:37

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Fueling 2.0: Training with a Continuous Glucose Monitor with Olympic Coach Hunter Allen 1:09:00

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The Season After the Season: How to Plan After a Breakthrough Race, with Sara Manderscheid 1:12:08

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Facts vs. Fads: Dr. Nick Tiller on Nasal Strips, Organics, Cupping, Detox Diets, and More 1:08:02

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Is Creatine Worth the Hype? Weighing the Pros & Cons with Physiologist Brady Holmer 1:00:43

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Coaching Call: How Brandon Resolved ITBS, Ran 4 PR’s, and Set New Mileage Records 57:11

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CrossFit vs. Pilates, Best Calf Exercises, and How to Lift More Weight with Victoria Sekely DPT 1:10:23

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Alex Hutchinson, PhD on New Training Theory, High Mileage, Heat Training, and the Effort Paradox 1:07:50

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Foundational Running Skills: Carolyn Coffin Interviews Jason on Fundamental Training 1:20:57

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2:24 Marathoner Jackie Gaughan on How She Trains + Works for Goldman Sachs 45:31

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Fueling & Nutrition for Young Runners: A Guide for Coaches & Parents with Michele Pettinger 50:31

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A Smart Shoe that Measures Motion: Avelo & the Next-Generation of Running Shoes 59:01