The Rambling Runner Podcast
A podcast about dedicated and motivated amateur runners who are working hard to get better and achieving inspirational results.
Episodes
July 31, 2025 • 61 mins
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Miki Sawada, a professional classical pianist and dedicated amateur ultra-runner. Discover how Miki balances her passion for music with her love for running, and how she uses both to connect with communities across the country. From her unique Gather Hear Tour to conquering the Western States 100, Miki shares her story of resilience, community, and the pursuit of joy.
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Join us as we dive into the inspiring story of Justin Fiske, the newly crowned co-American record holder in the masters road mile. After a 15-year hiatus from running, Justin shares how he reignited his passion during the pandemic, leading to a sub-2:30 and other electric performances . Discover his journey from casual 5Ks to tying the American record, and how community (Justin is a resident of Detroit) and resilience played a pivo...
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July 14, 2025 • 54 mins
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Brandon Dugi - a dedicated trail runner and high school coach who recently completed the Western States 100 in under 24 hours!
Brandon discusses his experiences at Western States, his deep connection with his Diné community and culture, growing up with the
tradition of morning runs and prayer on the reservation, the role of nature in shaping his perspective and running career and ...
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July 10, 2025 • 51 mins
Join host Matt Chittim as he sits down with Andrew Mayo, a Sacramento resident and trail running enthusiast, to discuss his incredible journey to completing the Western States 100. Andrew shares his experiences, challenges, and the significance of finishing within the coveted "Golden Hour" and why that presented a magical full-circle moment.
Follow Andrew at www.instagram.com/55phil.
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July 8, 2025 • 29 mins
Professional trail and ultra runner, and highly respected trail and road running coach, Matt Daniels is on the show to share his two favorite workouts.
Matt details an interval workout that can be done on all types of road and trail (and he suggests doing it on route that aligns with your next race) and a Vo2 max workout that will mimic race day.
You can follow Matt at www.instagram.com/mattdaniels480.
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In this conversation, Matt Chittim interviews Jack Kuenzle, focusing on his work with athlete Caleb Olson, who recently won the Western States 100.
They discuss Caleb's journey to becoming a champion, the training strategies employed, and the importance of mental strength in racing. Jack shares insights into his coaching process, the significance of structured training, and the unique attributes that contribute to Caleb's success...
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July 4, 2025 • 54 mins
In this conversation, Hannah Allgood shares her journey as a trail runner, reflecting on her recent 7th place performance at the Western States 100 and her competitive spirit.
She discusses her athletic background, the decision to pursue running over other sports, and how her competitive nature has evolved. Hannah emphasizes the joy of trail running, the inclusivity of the sport, and the importance of gratitude towards her suppor...
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June 27, 2025 • 55 mins
Breaking4 is in the book as we are joined by former professional runner for Team Boss, and NCAA All-American for University of Colorado, Maddie Alm to break it down.
In the second half of the show we dive into Maddie transition to full-time registered dietitian, how she build her business while she was running professionally, and how she is handling going full-time with Fueling Forward.
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June 19, 2025 • 11 mins
I am a huge fan of Grand Slam Track. With that in mind, I was crestfallen to hear that they canceled their finale in Los Angeles.
In this episode, I share my unvarnished thoughts on what happened, how it was handled, and what this could mean for GST moving forward.
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June 13, 2025 • 47 mins
In this conversation, Ernest Holly shares his transformative journey from being a 260-pound man to a dedicated runner who has lost over 100 pounds and changed his life in the process.
He discusses the impact of the pandemic on his decision to start running, the importance of community and support, and how he set and achieved his athletic goals. Ernest also delves into the dietary changes he made, the challenges of balancing famil...
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June 10, 2025 • 43 mins
Dr. Jess Mena, DPT is back on the podcast. She has brought her trademark wit, laughter, and excitement to talk about transitioning from only running on roads, and qualifying for Boston in the process, to embracing the trail full-time (and everything that goes along with that change.)
You can follow Jess at www.instagram.com/tempo_with_jess.
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June 5, 2025 • 32 mins
In this episode, Matt Chittim welcomes back James McKirdy to discuss the upcoming Breaking 4 marathon.
They delve into the significance of the race, which aims to celebrate athletes who break the four-hour barrier, and the personalized support and pacing strategies that will be provided. The conversation also covers the course details, inclusivity for all runners, and future plans for more events.
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May 23, 2025 • 42 mins
In this engaging conversation, Matt Chittim reconnects with Bethany Davis, an athlete with a diverse background in endurance running and strength training. They discuss the rise of hybrid athletes, the importance of strength training for injury prevention, and the joy of finding fun in fitness.
Bethany shares her experiences with social fitness, goal setting, and the significance of community in maintaining motivation.
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May 21, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode, Matt Chittim interviews Carrie Tollefson, a generational talent on the track and professional broadcaster, about the newly established Grand Slam Track. They discuss the significance of this league for athletes, the comparison with the Diamond League, and the evolving landscape of professional running. Carrie shares her insights on the importance of prize money, the role of content creation for athletes, and the ch...
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May 9, 2025 • 47 mins
In this conversation, Matt and Patrick Reaves explore Patrick's layered running career, including his experiences at the Boston Marathon, his peak moments qualifying for the Olympic Trials, and the training philosophies that have shaped his journey. He discusses the mental challenges of being sidelined after the Trials, returning to the 2025 Boston Marathon and finishing 8th in the 40-44 age division, the adjustments he made to hi...
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April 25, 2025 • 48 mins
In this conversation, Henry Abbott discusses his transition from sports media to writing a book on injury prevention, "Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance."
Blending cutting-edge science with gripping storytelling, award-winning data journalist and competitive amateur athlete Henry Abbott reveals that we are on the cusp of a new era in sports medicine, built around the science of ballistic movements―lea...
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April 16, 2025 • 56 mins
In this conversation, Kristin Johnson shares her inspiring journey from a first-time 3:59 marathoner to achieving a sub-three-hour marathon. She discusses her early experiences with running, the challenges of balancing motherhood and training, and the importance of community in her running journey. Kristin reflects on her training methods, the emotional highs and lows of racing, and the lessons learned along the way, particularly i...
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April 9, 2025 • 52 mins
In this conversation, best-selling author and endurance coach Matt Fitzgerald discusses his new book "Chasing Mastery: 25 Lessons to Cultivate Your Full Potential in Endurance Sports."
Matt emphasizes the importance of self-regulation, the role of genetics, and the impact of environment on athletic development. He also shares insights on the psychological aspects of training, the significance of context, and the 80-20 principle i...
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April 5, 2025 • 46 mins
In this engaging conversation, Haftu Knight shares his remarkable journey from Ethiopia to becoming one of the fastest marathoners in US history. He discusses his recent success at the McKirdy Micro Marathon where he ran 2:09:38. That performance made him the 22nd fastest marathoner in US history and the fastest Texas marathoner ever (he broke Alan Culpepper's record by five seconds). In this episode we talk about the strategies he...
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Fresh off breaking 2:10 at the McKirdy Marathon and setting the Austrian National Record, Aaron Gruen joins us to share his remarkable journey as an runner and international caliber musician, discussing the balance between his rigorous training, medical school, and music career. He reflects on the importance of mentorship and how it has shaped his running. Aaron emphasizes the significance of the process in both running and music, ...
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