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In episode 180, join Andy, Sarah and Tom as they answer the question: Are Runners Addicted To Racing? They cover why racing is important and how to make sure you're not overdoing it.
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"180: Are Runners Addicted To Racing?" is an episode of The Running Channel Podcast. Runtime 43 min. Published July 25, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.