The Running Channel

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Our mission is to bring great content to those who love to run! No matter your ability or experience. One thing brings us together and that is the passion for the joy of running. Check out our YouTube channel for how-tos, features, top tips and more about running. We'd be super grateful if you hit the big red Subscribe button so you get notified of our new videos!

Location: GB

Joined: April 2018

Videos

Yesterday •

The Surprising Truth About Getting Better at Running

Join Mark as he explores the science and psychology behind strategic rest and how a planned off-season can make you a stronger, faster and healthier runner. Join The Running Channel Club at https://bit.ly/4gms9NE to meet like-minded runners, get exclusive content and access expert guidance through courses and live Q&As. What’s in this video? 00:00 Introduction 00:53 The bigger the base, the higher the peak 01:21 Seasonal training 01:54 Why is a break from running good? 03:13 Injury prevention 03:55 The mental side of recovery 04:40 Off-season blueprint 06:50 Conclusion MUSIC licensed by Artlist and Epidemic Sound -------------------- Thank you to our partners: Garmin - https://www.garmin.com Want to give Runna a try? Click below for a 2-week FREE trial: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=TRC -------------------- Follow us on socials: → FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRunningChannel ← → INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/runningchannel ← → STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runningchannel ← Or get in touch with us by sending an email to hello@therunningchannel.com Read this far? Thanks! Please like this video, SUBSCRIBE and share us with your running friends. We would really appreciate it! Check out our Editorial Policy here: https://therunningchannel.com/editorial-policy/

October 4, 2025 •

Key Strength Exercises For Runners | EP 139 🎙️

This week Andy and Rick are joined by Anna to pick her brains on all things strength & conditioning for runners as well as her upcoming Chicago Marathon. Plus, Andy speaks to Hendrik and Esther Pfeiffer, German professional long distance runners. Anna's fundraising page for Chicago Marathon: https://www.givewheel.com/fundraising/10561/annas-chicago-marathon/ Thank you to Wahoo for sponsoring this episode of the podcast. Check out their KICKR RUN here: https://uk.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/kickr-run-buy-eu Join The Running Channel Club at https://bit.ly/4gms9NE to meet like-minded runners, get exclusive content and access expert guidance through courses and live Q&As. What’s in this video? 00:00 Welcome 01:09 Introducing Anna & Episode Sponsors 02:12 Runner Anecdotes & Family Moments 05:01 Lake District Wedding & Running Adventures 09:57 Strength Training: Hills, Habits & Excuses 12:36 Why Strength and Conditioning Matters 16:18 Physio, Rehab, and Building Good Routines 20:29 How to Start Strength Training for Runners 24:24 Workout Variations & Keeping It Interesting 27:13 Session Duration & Quick Home Workouts 30:08 Compound Movements & Exercises That Matter Most 31:46 The Science: Why Strength and Conditioning? 33:36 Community Resources & Anna's Workout Wednesdays 34:18 Olympic Dreams: Marathon Training Together 36:12 Inside Elite Marathon & Half Marathon Training 39:59 Support, Goals & The Power of Teamwork 42:19 Listener Q&A: Muscle Rubs, Placebo, and Warmups 45:41 Mindset Rituals, Placebos & Recovery Science 47:32 Chicago Marathon & Anna’s Charity Efforts 48:47 Final Thoughts, Community Shoutouts & Outro MUSIC licensed by Artlist and Epidemic Sound -------------------- Thank you to our partners: Garmin - https://www.garmin.com Want to give Runna a try? Click below for a 2-week FREE trial: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=TRC -------------------- Follow us on socials: → FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRunningChannel ← → INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/runningchannel ← → STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runningchannel ← Or get in touch with us by sending an email to hello@therunningchannel.com Read this far? Thanks! Please like this video, SUBSCRIBE and share us with your running friends. We would really appreciate it! Check out our Editorial Policy here: https://therunningchannel.com/editorial-policy/

October 4, 2025 •

Have you ever skipped a strength session? 🙋

We've certainly been guilty of that... But in the latest episode of the pod, Andy and Rick are joined by Anna to talk all things strength & conditioning 🏋️‍♀️ No excuses to miss those sessions anymore 💪 Episode 139 🎙️ : Strength & Conditioning For Runners Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

October 2, 2025 •

Putting the TRC team to the test 👀🤣

October 2, 2025 •

Run Your 10k PB Time - Closest WINS

Is it possible to nail your 10k PB time relying purely on instinct and feel? Ashleigh, Anna and Mark put it to the test in today’s challenge. The goal: run the exact duration of your 10k pb, no watches allowed, the results: surprising! Join The Running Channel Club at https://bit.ly/4gms9NE to meet like-minded runners, get exclusive content and access expert guidance through courses and live Q&As. What’s in this video? 00:00 Introduction 00:44 Anna's strategy 01:38 Mark's strategy 02:28 Ashleigh's strategy 04:02 Why Mark loves to run 04:42 Problems with Anna's strategy 😬 06:55 Ashleigh finds a friend... 09:40 When to call it a day? 10:00 The results MUSIC licensed by Artlist and Epidemic Sound -------------------- Thank you to our partners: Garmin - https://www.garmin.com Want to give Runna a try? Click below for a 2-week FREE trial: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=TRC -------------------- Follow us on socials: → FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRunningChannel ← → INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/runningchannel ← → STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runningchannel ← Or get in touch with us by sending an email to hello@therunningchannel.com Read this far? Thanks! Please like this video, SUBSCRIBE and share us with your running friends. We would really appreciate it! Check out our Editorial Policy here: https://therunningchannel.com/editorial-policy/

September 30, 2025 •

Runner 🏃 vs Rower 🚣

Sarah in the Mach X 3s, Ross in 'Cool Runnings' and 1 mile to prove who's the fastest 👀 Let us know in the comments what else you'd like us to race, get creative! ⬇️

September 30, 2025 •

Were you close? 👀

September 29, 2025 •

Don't Make These Marathon Mistakes

You've spent months training for the marathon, now don't let a classic error ruin your race day! We're counting down the biggest marathon mistakes we've all made (or almost made) so that you don’t have to. Join The Running Channel Club at https://bit.ly/4gms9NE to meet like-minded runners, get exclusive content and access expert guidance through courses and live Q&As. What’s in this video? 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Nutrition nightmares 🤢 02:27 Tip #1 Carb loading properly 03:10 Tip #2 Fuel by numbers 03:43 Tip #3 Train your stomach 04:08 Tapering traumas 😖 05:31 Tip #4 Shed fatigue 05:40 Tip #5 Reduce volume, maintain quality 06:13 Equipment blunders 😬 07:33 Tip #6 Nothing new on race day 08:04 Tip #7 Study the course 08:18 Tip #8 Run your own race MUSIC licensed by Artlist and Epidemic Sound -------------------- Thank you to our partners: Garmin - https://www.garmin.com Want to give Runna a try? Click below for a 2-week FREE trial: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=TRC -------------------- Follow us on socials: → FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRunningChannel ← → INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/runningchannel ← → STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runningchannel ← Or get in touch with us by sending an email to hello@therunningchannel.com Read this far? Thanks! Please like this video, SUBSCRIBE and share us with your running friends. We would really appreciate it! Check out our Editorial Policy here: https://therunningchannel.com/editorial-policy/

September 27, 2025 •

What To Do When You Lose Motivation | EP 138 🎙️

On the podcast this week, Sarah, Andy and Rick have returned from the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo and are all in need of a bit of a motivation boost to restart their training. PLUS - in the latest edition of Rick’s Challenge, he puts the Nike × Hyperice Hyperboot to the test. A wearable device that combines heat and dynamic air compression to aid warm-up and recovery. Click here to find out more: https://hyperice.com/en-GB/products/hyperboot-nike-hyperice/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=runningchannel Join The Running Channel Club at https://bit.ly/4gms9NE to meet like-minded runners, get exclusive content and access expert guidance through courses and live Q&As. MUSIC licensed by Artlist and Epidemic Sound -------------------- Thank you to our partners: Garmin - https://www.garmin.com Want to give Runna a try? Click below for a 2-week FREE trial: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=TRC -------------------- Follow us on socials: → FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRunningChannel ← → INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/runningchannel ← → STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runningchannel ← Or get in touch with us by sending an email to hello@therunningchannel.com Read this far? Thanks! Please like this video, SUBSCRIBE and share us with your running friends. We would really appreciate it! Check out our Editorial Policy here: https://therunningchannel.com/editorial-policy/

September 25, 2025 •

What Should I Eat Before & After A Run?

Rick is joined by sports nutritionist Sian Seccombe for a deep dive into what you should eat before and after a run. Covering timings, the science behind fuelling as well as the principles of a healthy and balanced diet. Join The Running Channel Club at https://bit.ly/4gms9NE to meet like-minded runners, get exclusive content and access expert guidance through courses and live Q&As. What’s in this video? 00:00 Introduction 00:44 What to consider 05:39 To the kitchen: Carbs 06:35 Protein 07:11 Fats 07:33 Fibre 08:08 Bananas 08:47 Building a pre and post-run meal 14:03 Foods to avoid for runners MUSIC licensed by Artlist and Epidemic Sound -------------------- Thank you to our partners: Garmin - https://www.garmin.com Want to give Runna a try? Click below for a 2-week FREE trial: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=TRC -------------------- Follow us on socials: → FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRunningChannel ← → INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/runningchannel ← → STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/runningchannel ← Or get in touch with us by sending an email to hello@therunningchannel.com Read this far? Thanks! Please like this video, SUBSCRIBE and share us with your running friends. We would really appreciate it! Check out our Editorial Policy here: https://therunningchannel.com/editorial-policy/

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