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The Run Testers Podcast

English, Sports, 1 season, 43 episodes, 1 day, 11 hours, 53 minutes
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The Run Testers are a group of experienced running, fitness and tech journalists. We test kit for dozens of different publications, covering everything from running shoes and GPS running watches to smartwatches, headphones, apparel and nutrition. We bring all that testing together in easy-to-digest videos on YouTube – and now a monthly podcast series that you can listen to on your runs. Subscribe for all the latest news on running shoes, headphones, watches and races. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
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Choosing The Best Running Shoes Of 2024 | We talk through this year's best shoes so far

In preparation for this year's Best Running Shoes video, we chat through the shortlist across a range of categories: best race shoe, best daily shoe, best cushioned shoe, best all-rounder, and  best value.We also end up having a detailed debate about what each category actually means.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
6/28/202441 minutes, 31 seconds
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How Gait Analysis Can Improve Your Running | With Performance Experts Human Powered Health

In this episode, we speak to performance experts Human Powered Health, a US company that uses leading sport science tools and technology to provide actionable data and insights for athletes.Tom talks to Head Performance Physiologist Alyssa Younker to learn about gait analysis and how it can improve running for anyone from beginners to elites.To find out more about Human Powered Health and the work they do, click here: https://humanpoweredhealth.com/Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
6/23/202436 minutes, 41 seconds
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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe Episode 7

The team answers your running shoe and tech questions in this series from The Run Testers.This week Tom and Nick talk about running watch data, cross-training for runners and what running brand we'd go for if we could only pick one.If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
6/9/202431 minutes, 25 seconds
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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe Episode 6

In this series from The Run Testers, the team answers your running shoe and tech questions.This week Tom and Nick talk about sizing down in race shoes, how to pick a running rotation and training for speed in-between marathons.If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
5/26/202437 minutes, 1 second
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Running Shoes Coming Up in 2024 | We Talk About the Shoes We're Expecting to See

In this episode of the podcast, we discuss some of the shoes we're hoping/expecting to see come up over the next few months. From cushioned favourites to carbon plate race shoes, we talk about our views of the current version and what we want to see in an update.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
5/25/202444 minutes, 7 seconds
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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe Episode 5

In this series from The Run Testers, the team answers your running shoe and tech questions.This week Tom and Nick talk about using old race shoes for training, smart rings, alternative cushioned cruisers and some of their favourite interval sessions.For the stretching videos we talk about click here:Tom's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4ZJXhCmORANick's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=of2spyCtUkwIf you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
5/11/202436 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Spring Marathon Round-up | We talk training and kit for Boston, London and Manchester

The Run Testers took part in three of the year's biggest Spring Marathons this year: Boston, London and Manchester. In this episode we talk through the training we did, the races themselves and the kit we tested out during the events.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
4/27/202447 minutes, 35 seconds
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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe Episode 4

In this series from The Run Testers, the team answers your running shoe and tech questions.This week Tom and Nick talk about remaining neutral when reviewing running shoes, if you need to take your pace into consideration when buying super shoes and if we've ever changed our mind about a shoe after we've reviewed it.If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
4/19/202433 minutes, 1 second
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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe Episode 3

In this new series from The Run Testers, the team answers your running shoe and tech questions.This week Tom and Nick talk about running shoe sizes, how long foams last, testing running shoes for different types of runners, and whether you should buy shoes from eBay.If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
3/26/202436 minutes, 38 seconds
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The London Marathon Special | Everything you need to know about the race

The TCS London Marathon is one of the most sought-after race entries for runners all over the globe. Almost 600,000 people entered the ballot in 2024 to bag one of around 50,000 spots (including charity places). If you were lucky enough to get yourself a bib then this podcast may be worth a listen We've run many a London Marathon over the years, picking up plenty of experience in everything from the expo to the best places to go after you cross the finish line. Nick, Kieran, Jane and Tom chat about their London Marathons over the years and offer their advice on how to make it a day to remember.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
3/18/202444 minutes, 2 seconds
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The London Marathon Special | Everything you need to know about the race

The TCS London Marathon is one of the most sought-after race entries for runners all over the globe. Almost 600,000 people entered the ballot in 2024 to bag one of around 50,000 spots (including charity places). If you were lucky enough to get yourself a bib then this podcast may be worth a listen We've run many a London Marathon over the years, picking up plenty of experience in everything from the expo to the best places to go after you cross the finish line. Nick, Kieran, Jane and Tom chat about their London Marathons over the years and offer their advice on how to make it a day to remember.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
3/18/202444 minutes, 2 seconds
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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe Episode 2

In this new series from The Run Testers, the team answers your running shoe and tech questions.This week Tom and Nick talk about old running shoes, the Nike Alphafly 3, the future of running shoe tech, and loads of other stuff.If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
3/9/202432 minutes, 5 seconds
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Running Shoe Questions Answered: Points of Shoe Episode 1

In this new series from The Run Testers, the team answer your running shoe and tech questions.This week we Tom and Nick talk Alphafly 3, Puma Velocity Nitro 3, should you buy the latest carbon plate shoes? and loads of other stuff.If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
2/22/202430 minutes, 59 seconds
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Interview With Sir Chris Hoy | The Run Testers Podcast

In this podcast special, Tom chats to six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy about a whole heap of things, from the mental aspects of training at competitive level, to podcasting, comedy and how he became a children's author.Chris hosts the Sporting Misadventures podcast alongside journalist Matt Majendie where they speak to comedians about the world of sport. Well worth a listen if you're looking for something funny and interesting to keep you busy during that long run.Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/is/podcast/sporting-misadventures-with-chris-hoy/id1680181306Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1HlxCFrsX21UQ40OLiEVjbBig thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
2/6/202443 minutes, 38 seconds
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What Are Super Trail Shoes? | The Run Testers Podcast

This month on the podcast the team is talking about super trail shoes: what are they, what are the benefits and are they worth spending your hard-earned money on?We'll also be talking about loads of other stuff, from our current training plans to the latest products including kit, running shoes and tech.Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
11/26/202345 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Run Testers Podcast | The UTMB Special

This month, the team heads to Chamonix to soak up the atmosphere, check out some of the latest trail kit and cheer on the runners as they cross the finish line.We also talk to journalist and ultra runner Howard Calvert about his experience covering the 106 miles and 10,000m of elevation during the UTMB race.Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers
9/18/20231 hour, 1 minute, 55 seconds
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The Run Testers Podcast | Interview With Kofuzi

In this podcast series, we speak to our friends from the world of running about all sorts of stuff, from training and racing to the million-dollar question, "what would be your Frankenstein running shoe?"In this episode, we chat with running content creator Kofuzi. Expect plenty of discussion about midsole foams, the best songs to listen to during a marathon and how to film great running content.To watch Kofuzi's YouTube channel, click here: https://www.youtube.com/@kofuziYou can also find him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/kofuzi/All pod guest song choices can be found in this playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zCyJjbf13KwuShirqq6eL?si=0d1697d0e7f846d6Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/1/202350 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Run Testers Podcast | Interview With Ben is Running

In this podcast series, we speak to our friends from the world of running about all sorts of stuff, from training and racing to the million-dollar question, "what would be your Frankenstein running shoe?"In this episode, we chat with running content creator Ben is Running. Expect plenty of discussion about midsole foams, the best songs to listen to during a marathon and what brands are worth keeping an eye on over the coming months.To watch Ben's YouTube channel, click here: https://www.youtube.com/c/BenIsRunningYou can also find him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_is_running/?hl=enAll pod guest song choices can be found in this playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zCyJjbf13KwuShirqq6eL?si=0d1697d0e7f846d6Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/9/202342 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Run Testers Podcast | Interview With Eddbud

In this podcast series, we speak to our friends from the world of running about all sorts of stuff, from training and racing to the million-dollar question, "what would be your Frankenstein running shoe?"In this episode, we chat with running shoe YouTuber Eddbud. Expect plenty of discussion about midsole foams, the best songs to listen to during a marathon and what brands are worth keeping an eye on over the coming months.To watch Edd's YouTube channel, click here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Pnc_D6UQfr1hvPtLZLvjwYou can also find him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/eddbud/?hl=enPerfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/10/20231 hour, 1 minute, 41 seconds