This week, we’re joined by Victor’s wife, Sheona, who’s here to help us uncover what kind of runner personality you are! Sheona dives into her unique system that categorizes runners into A, B, C... and maybe even D! Plus, we’re ending this episode with a first-ever Aussie twist: an Australian music quiz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Morgan Pearson, a two-time Olympic silver medalist in team triathlon. We dive into his early career, exploring his transition from swimming to running, and ultimately, to triathlon. Morgan now resides in Lafayette, just outside Boulder, Colorado, and we’re eager to hear if Boulder really lives up to its reputatio…

Our favorite Dane, Mads Taersboel, joins us for a conversation covering a wide range of topics. Andreas has just completed his first LT1 session, and it’s clear that running plays a key role in his overall well-being. We dive into the ongoing debate about Bryan Johnson’s obsession with VO2 max and discuss why his olive oil doesn’t deserve the hate …

It’s been a while since we last caught up, and there’s been a lot of exciting progress. Andreas is on the verge of being able to run again, and Victor seems to be in the best shape of his life. As he approaches some crucial races, how has his training evolved? How are they adjusting his LT1 training, and what’s his approach to heat training during …

In episode 29 of Runners FM, we’re joined by Carolina Wikström. Carolina ran her first marathon in 2018, finishing in 3:11, and since then, she’s gone on to compete in two Olympic Games and win multiple Swedish championships. She’s overcome a fierce battle with anxiety, endured intense heat training, and is currently pushing her lactate threshold—a…

Back to back episode with Dr. David Lipman and this time we focus on: Protein, Magnesium, Electrolytes, Keltic salt, Mushrooms, L-Carnatine, Ozempic,Urolithin-A, Probiotics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. David Lipman answers our questions about Creatine, D-Vitamin, Ketones, Caffeine, Beta-alanine, Nitrate, Bicarbonate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victor shares the reasons behind his decision not to run the 10K in Valencia this past weekend. Moving forward, Andreas will be coached by Victor, and we dive into the details of the training plan Victor has created. Are you keeping up with your strides? If not, our tips on making them easier might help you get them done more efficiently. We also d…

David Alledal joins us in the studio for our milestone 25th episode. We’ve been eager to revisit some of the quotes that inspired us in 2024, and who better to invite than the man that shared, "Look where the energy is going." with us. Once a dedicated cyclist, David has since shifted his focus to exercise driven by compassion and more time spent w…

In the final episode of the year, we reflect on the lessons 2024 has taught us. We discuss the risks of quitting mid-session, explore the best methods for strengthening your mental game, and share strategies for coping with pain. Andreas opens up about how Victor’s comment—“I need to have more fun”—struck a chord with him. We also dive into what Ru…

Biggest lesson 2024? Best session 2024? Unexpected obstacle? What are you going to do outside of your comfort zone this year? The word for next year Favourite shoes of the year The best unexpected piece of gear? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mads has had a chance to review our test results and is now presenting them to us live. During our trip to Copenhagen, we had to conduct the tests at the hotel gym, which introduced several variables we would have preferred to control. Still, we pushed through, and now we can focus on planning our future training. We also discuss various supplement…

In this episode, we take an in-depth look at heat training with Daniele Cardinale. Daniele has been overseeing and testing Victor throughout his heat training block, and during our conversation, we gain a deeper understanding of what happens to the body when heat is introduced during exercise. Is heat training similar to altitude training, or does …

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In the 19th episode of Runners FM, we discuss the fact that Mike Tyson couldn't beat Jake Paul. Since our last episode, we've also made our debut on YouTube, and we share why we were so excited about Victor's impressive 12mmol performance. We dive into the importance of building a routine when introducing new forms of training, as it takes time and…

"We were invited to RADIO.NBRO by the infamous founder, Anders Rømer" of what might just be the world’s best running community, NBRO in Copenhagen. We had an amazing time recording this special episode, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!" "Something’s cooking in Stockholm. It was love at first sight, when elite runner Victor Smångs and dir…

In episode 17, we revisit Victor's heat training journey, as the team from Core has flown in from the U.S. to document his progress. We also provide an update on our current training and conditioning, and look ahead to our upcoming tests with Mads. Hill sprints are frequently praised and discussed, but how should you actually perform them, and is a…

In the 16th episode of Runners FM, we’re joined by Norwegian podcast host and elite runner Kristian Ulriksen. Kristian, known for his podcasts "Breaking Marathon Limits" and "I Det Lange Løp", is currently in Kenya training. During our conversation, he shares insights from his recent training experiences with his new coach, Jordan Donnelley. Togeth…

It’s time for our second Q&A, and this time, we’re excited to have Victor’s coach, Mads, join us! We’ve got some great questions lined up. Josh Daicos question 00:38:54 The Australian footballer, wants to know what is considered an optimal lactate level for LT1 and what other types of runs Victor incorporates beyond LT1 and LT2? Eskil's Question: 0…

Mexican-American world-class runner Diego Estrada has made history by becoming the first guest ever to join us in our recording studio. Earlier this year, he set another record, the American record for the 25K and is now focused on competing in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. In our conversation, we explore concepts like double and even triple thres…

In the thirteenth episode, we are thrilled to welcome Jonah Rosner, an esteemed Elite Running Scientist. Jonah is currently engaged at a prominent research lab in New York, where he rigorously tests methodologies and innovations to enhance elite athletes' performance. This episode provides a unique opportunity to delve into a wide array of topics, …

Matt Fox shattered the 2:20 barrier in Chicago, while Ruth Chepngetich set a new world record in the women's marathon. But is it too good to be true? We share our insights and thoughts on marathons and delve into the philosophy of marathon training. What should a marathon-specific training block include, and why is it important to feel fatigued dur…

We had the opportunity to conduct the final interview with Matt Fox before he attempts to break the sub-2:20 barrier in the marathon once again. What changes has Matt made to his training regimen? How does it feel to get married just a week before a marathon? Is explosive training essential for marathon runners? Could his innovative approach to fue…

We’re thrilled to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Runners FM by featuring Jacob Simonsen, who recently shattered the Danish marathon record at the Berlin Marathon. What has life been like for Jacob since he crossed the finish line, and how does he approach his recovery? Discover how one can become the Danish champion in the beer mile, set a world…

We received a question in our first Q&A we're Line wanted to be able to run with a lower heart rate. We did our best to answer her question but without a test result it was purely speculation. Line decide to head over ot Aktivitus for some proper lab test and the results are in. We dissect here results and talk about what Line should focus on for t…

On the 8th episode of Runners FM we are delighted to be joined by Luke Way from ISOCAPNIC. Luke and his team has done thorough testing on elite athletes and been able to concluded that a lot of them are limited by their respiratory system. ISOCANPIC targets that problem and the data shows that they are really on to something. Link to podcast episod…

Geeky training talk with Victor's coach Mads. Max speed, tapering, heat training, strides and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first ever Q&A episode on Runners FM. How would you get the most out of 4-5 running hours per week? If we needed to pick one interval session for the rest of our life what would we choose? Whats our best running memory? How to do LT1 training without measuring your lactate? How should I train to lower my heart rate during long slow distance ses…

On the fifth episode of Runners FM we are delighted to have Ben Felton a.k.a "Ben is running" on the show. Ben is a popular YouTuber and receive shoes fram almost every brand you can think of weekly. We could think of no one better to ask about shoe rotation than Ben. We talk about what shoes Ben uses for his daily jogs, why and when he chooses to …

How much Vitamin-N can Victor take before dying from boredom? How much Vitamin-N should you consume to balance the mundane and not go overboard and lose inspiration? In this episode we talk about routines and what you should be aware about regarding your own routines good and bad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

This is a special race report episode. Andreas has been up in the arctic circle running a mountain marathon called BAMM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why do you need to run a lot of slow miles to become fast? What exactly is mitochondria and why should you aim to get more of them? Lactate, glycogen, fat what purpose do they each serve? We place a phone call to our favourite coach in Denmark Mads Taersboel in search for answers to the questions above. We also get to hear how Victor and Mads defin…

Runners FM is alive! We're starting of with a very thorough presentation of our selves and why we have decided to start this podcast . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.