Who am I? An average runner over 50 who like to enjoy running. Every now and then I also go to a... more
I just ran the first 100 kilometers in the New Balance SC Elite v4. One of the most anticipated carbon... more
Shin splints are one of the most common injuries for runners. In this episode we talk with Marie what they... more
I waited quite long to publish my goals for this year. But just over the last days I finalized my... more
Rather than exact training plans I want to talk about all aspects that are important when training for a fast... more
In this episode I host Olivia, a runner from NYC who will answer our questions about party pace. What party... more
Over the last years we get more and more data from our running watches. But, do we really need all... more
Marie is not only a runner. She is also a physical therapist and a strength trainer for runners. While a lot... more
Not just every year. Each morning we start from 0. It’s up to us to make each day smart decisions... more
Like you and me, Aubrey is an average runner trying to get less average. His youtube channel Aubrey Running is... more
Zsofia is the first runner from Hungary I talked to in the podcast. She will not only guide us through... more
If you want to run a race in spring, now is the time to start training. We as runners need... more
After my last marathon I took some time off of running to rest and recover. I also used the time... more
I trained for 14 weeks, my training went good and I was ready for the second marathon of this year.... more
It's been a while since my last episode ... but here I am again. Just a few days away from... more
I know, if you want to run a sub 1.45 you need to be 15 minutes faster then those who... more
S sub 4 hour marathon is a big goal for a lot of marathon runners. But before you even start... more
After 5 weeks in my marathon training for Ljubljana marathon end of October it's time to talk about my training.... more
In a training block that's going over several weeks, we have good runs but also some bad runs. It's perfectly... more
Hydration is one of the most important aspects of running. We all know what we should be doing, but somehow... more
Do you know your fitness level before starting a training block? If not you may be running your runs way... more
You can just run every run about the same but there will not be much progress. The smarter way is... more
When becoming more competitive and trying to run faster and further, running can soon become a second full time job.... more
Today I host Kit. A runner, youtuber and a triathlete. She will share some insights into her running background and... more
As most of us I was not lucky enough to run London marathon next year. Now with this out of... more
It there a magic formula, a quick fix that will make you run faster? Well if there is such a thing... more
Summer started a few days ago in the northern hemisphere. It’s warmer and the outside conditions during the next few... more
There are many different was or techniques to overcome dark thoughts when running a race, a long or a fast... more
Mental training for a race starts way before race day. For me it starts when I plan my next race... more
Years ago I was in a bad place. I had demons, a lot of questions I couldn’t find answers for... more
It's obvious that after a marathon or half marathon we first need to rest. But before we jump back into... more
What happens after we hit 50, is a decline in performance. A decreasing aerobic capacity, loss of muscle mass and... more
Today I am sharing with you what really happened at Prague marathon 2023 where I ran a new marathon PB... more
It's almost time to run my next marathon. Just arrived to Prague yesterday and tomorrow I'll be standing on the... more
You know I'm not much into review but to be honest I was intrigued when approached by Mike from Oladance... more
When over 40 we are over our prime when it comes to physical activities, running included. But there are still... more
We probably all had an illness while training for a race. But the closer race day, the more frustrating it... more
The last 12 to 16 weeks where all about running and preparing for your race. But what to do, when... more
I just ran my first half marathon of the year and guess what? It was a big learning lesson. Probably... more
A lot of times we get carried away and we forget why we started running in the first place. It’s... more
Why another review of the New Balance 1080 v12? Well, I got a pair from Top4Running for testing and reviewing... more
Do you want to know what motivates Marlene to go out runnig? What her tips are to live a healthy... more
Scott's achievements are quite remarkable. He was the first Welsh Person that finished many endurance races. I'm not gonna give... more
We can still run fast when getting older but there are a few things we need to concider. Probably the... more
We all know the importance of aerobic base training and we know that this is the foundation we as runners... more
Well there’s no easy answer to the question. Some train for up to 20 weeks for a race, some only... more
Today I host Anastasia, another runner who went backwards and started with marathons first and ended up with … well... more
In the last years a lot was written about the 80/20 training principal and how it should be the best... more
Are you struggling to run a fast 5k or 10k if you mostly run half marathons or marathons? Scaling down... more
The running story of Sarah is a bit different. Why? Well her first race was a marathon. Not just any... more
What is important to become a runner? How to start with your running journey? What kind of equipment do you... more
What are the plans of this podcast for 2023? Did I manage to achieve my running goals in 2022 and... more
Are people in the Ukraine still running? Yes, they are. Running is actually an activity that helps people living there.... more
What pace do you need to run? How your training should be structured? What about the longrun? Do I need... more
Should we be running outside in the cold? Are there benefits from running in the winter cold? Do we need... more
Carbon plated running shoes are probably the best option when it comes to long distance running. But before you buy... more
Every now and then we are out of ideas for Christmas gifts. So today I’ll give some ideas for different... more
Consistency is an important part of running. I will talk you through how staying consistent helped me after my surgery... more
We all have been there: struggling to keep the pace at later stages in a running race. Somehow I found... more
The Nike Zoom Fly 4 really is a special running shoe. Some runners hate it, others love it. Now after... more
For this year I have ran all the races I planned. It’s time to recover and make plans for what’s... more
In the end it comes down to you. But there are some studies and surveys that answer 3 questions I... more
Today I go through the main points of how to set a new personal best, from 5k up to the... more
As we get older we can still run fast or even faster. But we need to follow a few tips... more
If we don’t have plans or goals for the future we can struggle with our motivation after we finish a... more
The human race just got faster … and I was part of this historical marathon in Berlin. Wanna know how... more
This time around my training block was not only longer than previous marathon training blocks, but I also changed some... more
Every race, if it’s your local 5k or a big. city marathon, requires some planning. I ho through what’s important... more
Often we forget that running should be fun and joyful. So what should you do if you start having second... more
A lot of us will run 2 marathons within 6 weeks. So how to approach thise two marathons and what... more
We are not professional athletes but recreational runners. Life can get in our way and we need to adjust our... more
A lot of runner’s decided during the covid-19 pandemic to start a runstreak. Justin did it over 2000 days ago.... more
While standing on the start line of a running race you can feel your heart pounding in your chest and... more
Extreme heat is hard on our bodies, even more so if we are runners and in the middle of a... more
Some will say yes, others will say no. I have been on both sides. Listen to the episode to find... more
You are a parent training for a marathon or any other long distance running race? Find out the tips that... more
Most runner go up the distances. Starting with 5k, maybe 10k races and working the way up to half marathons,... more
In this episode I talk about average race times worldwide for 10k races, half marathons and marathons, so you can... more
You are the one running your races. So you will need to say no to others if your plans are... more
It gets hot during the summer months. Your marathon is still a month, maybe two or three away, but you... more
But that doesn’t mean that you need to spend time in a gym or that you need to do a... more
Should we train in carbon plated running shoes or, should we save them for our races? Well, I think we... more
We don’t get stronger and faster while running. We get the benefits from running during rest and recovery. That’s why... more
Wind is not the best friend of runners. But let’s talk a bit about the impact of wind on running... more
We all know about mistakes we make as runners that can ruin our race day. What are the mistakes and... more
So I ran my first half marathon of the year. It was actually the first half marathon since september 2019.... more
We get older … our bodies change … so we need to except our limitations and be smart about our... more
We all know about those super shoes that are supposed to make us run faster. But there is a new... more
They both live in the same area in North Wales and they found each other on instagram. They became friends... more
Kelly is next to Jo one of the two founders of Running Escapes UK. What it is, when and how... more
Some run for fun, some run to be happy, some for … but T.J. runs for shirts and medals. She... more
Body weight is one of the factors that impact your running speed, next to your stride length and your cadence.... more
What are the benefits of hill running? When to incorporate hill running into your training? What types of hill running... more
Today you will learn how to successfully plan your peek running races and how many races you should be running... more
As many others Jo discovered running during the covid-19 pandemic. Running changed her life to the better and today she... more
In this episode I share tips for first time marathoners. For those who are already running for some time and... more
Sadly harassment is still a big topic in the running community. More than 80% of female runners get harassed while... more
No, I won’t be talking about training for a marathon. Instead I will let you know what you should do... more
Cara is a runner and a woman who suffered from anorexia. Listen to this weeks episode to find out more,... more
Nabaa is a girl who moved some time ago from Dubai to the UK and discovered running just recently. Running... more
This is the second episode of The Happy Runner podcast with endurance coach Lauren. In the first we talked about... more
In this episode of The Happy Runner podcast I host Mike, a runner and the author of the book “Find... more
In this, the first episode of The Happy Runner podcast in 2022, you will find all the advice you need... more
I just want to wish you a merry christmas and share some personal thoughts today on christmas day with all... more
It’s time to take a review of this year and make plans for next year. Not only regarding the Happy... more
This time around I host running coach Harry to talk about winter running. There are a few points we talk... more
Numerous studies suggest that consuming caffeine could help you run faster or longer and burn more fat while running. So... more
I’m not a physician but I underwent an inguinal hernia two months ago. An inguinal herni is a serious condition... more
It’s been one of the best experiences in my life … The words of Sophia. She ran her first marathon... more
1 mile was her first run and today she is training for her 8th marathon. That would be a short... more
Throughout the northern hemisphere the days are getting shorter and colder. In this episode of the happy runner podcast I... more
The concept of running tours started back in 1994 in Los Angeles. In the last few years running tours are... more
In this episode of the happy runner podcast I host Lauren, an endurance coach to talk about the importance of... more
In this episode of The Happy Runner podcast I host Kaylee, a Swiss - South African girl running through the... more
Running changes life’s but the story of Arman is really special. He was a criminal and when he discovered running... more
She smiled all the way from the start to the finish line. Carla, a true member of the Run and... more
In this episode of the happy runner podcast I host Nathan. He is a runner and fitness trainer. And what... more
We all think about what to pack for race day. My first advice would be to make a list of... more
The taper are the last few days or weeks before your big race. Why is the taper so important? Well... more
Nutrition and hydration play a big role in running, especially in races and longer efforts. In this episode you will... more
More or less all training plans from 5k to the marathon are build around the long run. In this episode... more
Standing on a starting line of a running race you have to believe in yourself that you can do what’s... more
All tunners need some kind of mental support. We find the most support from our friends and family. But it... more
Should you bring your running shoes on your summer vacation or even plan a running vacation? Well, it’s nor an... more
What is better? Running by heart rate, pace or power? I personally think that the best way is the combination... more
This episode is not about race tactics for your 5k or 10k race. It’s about how to prepare for your... more
Running in the summer heat doesn’t need to be difficult for you. There are a few tips that I share... more
As the title suggests Filip and I discuss the impact of age on running. We go through the facts that... more
As the title of this episode suggests I looked back on the first year of the podcast. The Happy runner... more
It’s the second time I talk with running coach Harry. This time about the benefits of slow running. But we... more
We all loose motivation to go out running from time to time. In this episode of The Happy Runner podcast... more
We probably all thought or think about getting help when it comes to running. So what is the role of... more
Today I host Andy. You probably know him or his youtube channel The FOD Runner, where he talks about running... more
In this episode of the Happy Runner podcast I talk about marathon race tactics. How to set your race tactics,... more
In this episode of the happy runner I host Brodie, a physiotherapist for the forth time to talk about running... more
It’s not just the runners knee that can cause us problems. There are a few more injuries aroud the knee.... more
Today I did my first half marathon race of 2021. In this episode of the happy runner I talk about... more
Heather is a psychologist and an ultra runner, who ran on different continents. So she is the person to talk... more
Molina is a runner, a physiotherapist and she has also Yoga and Pilates classes, so she is more than qualified... more
In this episode of the happy runner podcast I talk with Brodie, a physiotherapist, about running injuries below the knee.... more
Heather is an ultra runner who ran all around the world. In this episode of the happy runner podcast we... more
In this episode I host Kelly from RunFreeBeFree to talk about mental training for marathons. Personally I start with mental... more
Brodie is a physiotherapist and host of the run smarter podcast. In this episode we talk about common running misconceptions:... more
Heel of forefoot striking? What is more efficient? Some runners are happy with the form they have, other’s want to... more
Mike aka kofuzi is one of the first you will get across when searching for running shoe and running gear... more
In this episode I talk with Daisy about here running history. Well not only that but also how she experienced... more
It’s the first episode where I talk about my running training over the last month. It’s winter, the roads are... more
In this episode we talk with Rachel from Running Solo UK how to get from the couch and start running.... more
In this episode of the happy runner podcast I talk about how to build your running training. I go through... more
In this episode I discuss with Kelly from run free be free how to mentally get through your runs. You... more
In this episode I talk with Rachel about The Running Solo UK project. It’s a new global running community based... more
Mike aka kofuzi is one of the first you will get across when searching for running shoe and running gear reviews on... more