Kinda Fast Podcast
Kinda Fast. Kinda Not. Either way-we’re always either running or talking about it. Whether you’re a beginner runner training for your very first 5K or a fun seasoned runner who’s been around the block, this podcast is for you. We share tips, encouragement, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Episodes
After 71 episodes, it's the end of an era for the Kinda Fast Podcast! This week, Claire and Travis have a big announcement to share as Claire says goodbye to Upward Running and signs off as co-host of Kinda Fast. But don't worry, the podcast isn't going anywhere! Travis will be joined by Coach Dean Thompson as the show enters an exciting new chapter.
Before the official goodbye, Claire has one final surprise for Travis: a brand-new ...
What does it take to make an incredible comeback in running? This week on the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis are talking about resilience, determination, and some of the greatest comeback stories in running history!
First, in "What Does That Even Mean?", we're breaking down the difference between a surge and a kick. Learn how runners use these racing strategies and when to put them into action.
Then, we're catching up on the l...
Kinda a Stress Fracture, Kinda Not? | Chicago Marathon 2026 Recap
This week on the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis are talking all things Chicago Marathon 2026, including record-breaking performances, surprising training methods, and some unforgettable finish-line moments. Plus, we're diving into an injury every runner should know about: stress reactions vs. stress fractures.
We kick things off with "What Does That Even Mean?" ...
What do Taco Bell, pot-bellied pigs, and 6,800 miles of running have in common? This week's episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast!
Claire and Travis welcome special guest Keith Storm, a runner who accomplished something pretty incredible: running every road and trail in Greenville County, South Carolina!
Over nearly four years, Keith covered approximately 6,800 miles, encountering everything from loose dogs and a pot-bellied pig to a bab...
What do the Berlin Marathon, $500 racing shoes, 30,000 burpee broad jumps, and tendon strength have in common? Somehow, they all made it into this week’s Kinda Fast.
Claire and Travis kick things off with What Does That Even Mean?, breaking down eccentric vs. concentric muscle contractions and why both matter for runners.
Then, it’s time for running news. Tigst Assefa runs an incredible 2:11:04 at the Berlin Marathon, set...
Is your running form holding you back? In Episode 66 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis talk heel striking, the myth of “perfect” running form, and four practical ways to become a more efficient runner over time: build consistency, add strides, use drills with a purpose, and strength train.
In running news, they discuss research on the benefits of a 10-minute easy run, Keely Hodgkinson’s unusual Nike spee...
Episode 65: Kinda Fast Case Files: Mysteries, Scandals, and Controversies
The evidence has been collected, the files have been reopened, and Travis has not been told the official rulings.
In this special true crime-inspired episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis investigate four of the strangest mysteries, scandals, and controversies in running history. We are talking suspicious split times, missing photographs, an unex...
How did running go from a survival skill to one of the world’s most popular sports?
In Episode 64, Claire and Travis travel through the history of running, from early humans hunting for food and ancient messengers delivering critical news to the first Olympic footrace, professional pedestrianism, and the creation of the modern marathon. They also explain why a marathon is exactly 26.2 miles and how the running boom made the sp...
Do runners actually love running...or do we just love proving we can do hard things?
This week, Claire and Travis explore why runners willingly choose discomfort, complain through every mile and then wake up and do it all over again. They break down how the brain interprets pain, why running with friends makes suffering easier and how to stop a difficult run from turning into a mental spiral.
Plus, they explain eccentric loading, tes...
This week on the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis are talking about something runners hear a lot less about than overtraining: undertraining.
How do you know if you’re actually doing enough to reach the goal you’ve set? We break down some of the biggest signs you may not be training enough, why adding more miles is not always the answer, and how to make sure your training actually matches what you’re trying to...
In Episode 61 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis are answering a question every runner eventually asks: When is it actually time to increase your mileage?
But first, they kick things off with What Does That Even Mean? and finally settle the question of what exactly a running singlet is—and whether it’s really any different from a tank top.
Then it’s time for running news! The Tokyo Marathon 2027 lottery is...
It’s Episode 60 of the Kinda Fast Podcast! 🎉
This week, Claire and Travis celebrate with 60 Seconds of Running Mad Gab, break down the difference between a niggle and an actual injury, and remind you that Upward Running’s 12-Week Back-to-School Challenge kicks off August 17.
In running news, they dive into the growing conversation around drug testing in professional trail running as prize money and sponsorships continue ...
Episode 59: Heat Acclimation, Cheese Rolling, Garmin's New Cirqa & Sauna Training for Runners
What exactly is heat acclimation, and can sitting in a sauna actually make you a better runner?
In Episode 59 of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis explain how your body adapts to running in the heat, introduce Upward Running's new 12-Week Back-to-School Challenge, and dive into some of the biggest stories in the running world. Fr...
Episode 58: Running for Weight Loss Myths, Boston Marathon Changes & What It Means to Get Out-Kicked
Can you lose weight and still fuel your running well? In this episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis separate fact from fiction as they tackle some of the biggest myths about running for weight loss.
They also explain what it means to get out-kicked in a race, break down the Boston Marathon's new qualifying lottery b...
Episode 57 of the Kinda Fast Podcast is here! Travis is back on the mic, sharing one of the biggest lessons he learned during his time away from running: running isn't just something he does...it's something that makes him a better version of himself.
Claire and Travis also discuss Josh Kerr's historic mile world record, celebrate Connor and Kylie Mantz welcoming their son, explain what a waterfall start is in track racing, and talk...
Episode 56: Running Shoe Foam Explained, Josh Kerr's World Record Chase & Courtney Dauwalter's Hardrock Victory
Travis is away on a mission trip this week, so Claire takes the mic solo to dive into one of the biggest topics in running right now: running shoe foam.
What exactly is stack height? Do carbon plates really make you faster? Why do some running shoes cost $300? And are they actually worth it?
Claire breaks down the techno...
One of the biggest track meets of the year delivered...and we're breaking it all down.
This week, Claire and Travis recap the incredible performances from the Prefontaine Classic, including Cameron Myers' stunning Bowerman Mile victory, Nikki Hiltz ending Faith Kipyegon's five-year winning streak, and the American distance runners making a statement heading into championship season.
They also discuss Josh Kerr's unique pursuit of the...
In this episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis talk Fourth of July running, the Peachtree Road Race, major NCAA eligibility changes, Parker Valby’s comeback, a 14-year-old running phenom, and the wild $1 Ultramarathon in Times Square.
Then they dive into practical tips for getting back into running after a long break, including how to rebuild safely, why walking counts, how to check your ego, and why patience mat...
In this special first-ever solo episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire shares a personal story about returning to the roads that shaped her as a runner and a person.
After traveling to Gaffney, South Carolina for a recent race, Claire spent the morning running through the campus where she attended college. What began as a nostalgic trip down memory lane quickly became an opportunity to reflect on how much God has changed her life...
Episode 52: The Coach Dean Episode
In this special one-year anniversary episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis sit down with Upward Running's own Coach Dean Thompson. From state championships and national titles to marathon victories and coaching thousands of runners, Dean shares the story of how running became both a lifelong passion and a ministry.
Along the way, the team discusses Cooper Lutkenhaus' incredible Diamon...
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