Brian's Run Pod
by Brian Patterson
Latest episode
From Road Runner To Confident Trail Runner
From Road Runner To Confident Trail Runner
About this podcast
Welcome to Brian's Run Pod, the podcast where we lace up our running shoes and explore the exhilarating world of running. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner, a casual jogger, or just thinking about taking your first stride, this podcast is your ultimate companion on your running journey.
Join us as we dive deep into the sport of running, covering everything from training tips and race strategies to personal stories and inspiring interviews with runners from all walks of life. Whether you're looking to improve your race times, stay motivated, or simply enjoy the therapeutic rhythm of running, Brian's Run Pod has something for every runner.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 203 episodes
- From Road Runner To Confident Trail Runner · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 200Send us Fan Mail We talk with trail running coach Andrew Erasmus about moving from road running to trail running without getting humbled by hills, technical ground, or the urge…
- Trail Running Beyond The Metrics And Into Reality · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 199Send us Fan Mail We dig into what actually matters when trail running gets real, where lab-perfect metrics collide with fatigue, terrain, and the mental game. In part two of my…
- Trail Running Made Simple · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 198Send us Fan Mail We talk with trail runner and coach Jonathan Fors about going from a non sporty childhood in northern Sweden to building a steady running habit that eventually…
- Your Race Your Pace · 28 min · Season 1 Episode 197Send us Fan Mail We talk with Crystal Aguilar about using running and walking as a steady practice that supports mental health and recovery, especially when motivation is low and…
- Run For Your Mind · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 196Send us Fan Mail We explore why people run for more than fitness and how a simple habit can become a lifeline for coping, connection, and recovery. Crystal Aguilar, who works in…
- Your Best Plan Starts With Your Why · 31 min · Season 1 Episode 195Send us Fan Mail We dig into why AI-generated training plans can look personal while still missing the most important details about you, your history, and your real-life…
- Personalised Running That Actually Works · 27 min · Season 1 Episode 194Send us Fan Mail We talk with Rachel Marks about why copying someone else’s training plan can leave runners tired, sore, and stalled, even when they do everything “right”. We…
- How Everyday Runners Can Train Like Pros · 27 min · Season 1 Episode 193Send us Fan Mail In the second part of my conversation with Dr Ben Bumguardner we break down what everyday runners can copy from elite sport to stay consistent, avoid injury, and…
- Run Without Breaking Down · 33 min · Season 1 Episode 192Send us Fan Mail We get honest about why runners keep picking up the same injuries and why the fix is rarely just “rest more”. With Dr Ben Bumguardner, we break down…
- The Hidden Cost Of Underfueling For Runners · 29 min · Season 1 Episode 191Send us Fan Mail We speak with registered dietitian Lauren Ganim about how underfueling can quietly derail both running performance and long-term health, from thyroid slowdown to…
- Fuel Better Run Better · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 190Send us Fan Mail We talk with registered dietitian and runner Lauren Ganim about the hidden cost of underfueling and the pressure many runners feel to control pace, weight, and…
- Run Consistency That Actually Sticks · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 189Send us Fan Mail We pick up our chat with running coach and author Elizabeth Clor, from building a following by sharing daily miles to what it takes to stand out on Instagram…
- From Treadmill To Marathon · 22 min · Season 1 Episode 188Send us Fan Mail We talk with marathoner and author Elizabeth Clor about starting as a treadmill-only runner and building towards big goals through steady, smart training. We dig…
- Triathlon For Runners · 34 min · Season 1 Episode 187Send us Fan Mail We get honest about what “good” form feels like and why wasted energy is the quiet reason so many runners plateau or pick up injuries. Then we map a realistic…
- The Practical Running Technique Guide For Faster Safer Miles · 33 min · Season 1 Episode 186Send us Fan Mail We talk with Coach Cath Spencer about why “perfect running form” is personal and how small technique tweaks can make running feel easier and reduce injury risk…
- Run Smart Without Overthinking · 34 min · Season 1 Episode 185Send us Fan Mail We keep running practical by talking through how to organise a week, when to add structure, and how to use data without letting it hijack your head. Amanda…
- A Running Coach’s Guide To Consistency And Injury Free Progress · 29 min · Season 1 Episode 184Send us Fan Mail We talk with running coach and author Amanda Brooks about learning to love running, cutting through modern training noise, and building fitness without obsession…
- Hiking As An Endurance Sport · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 183Send us Fan Mail Hiking becomes a serious endurance option for runners when you treat footwear, layers, and planning with the same care you give training. We learn how quickly…
- Start Hiking With Confidence · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 182Send us Fan Mail We talk with adventurer and writer Belinda Coker about how hiking helps her rebuild fitness, confidence, and joy after a tough decade. We connect hiking to…
- Ten Powerful Running Lessons From Coaches And Authors · 18 min · Season 1 Episode 181Send us Fan Mail We bring you a best-of highlight reel of ten powerful moments that can change how you start, train, recover and think about running. We move from simple reasons…
