Run Free Podcast

In this episode, Ryan rejoins the podcast to talk about hill training with Jay and Chad. Topics include why hills are a beneficial tool for all …

In this episode we talk in depth with Shannon Thompson, Performance Psychologist, about how to train our minds so that we can perform better and have …

Hari Mix, CEO of Calorify, was a top level runner at Stanford and has a deep passion for alpinism. His experience in his extreme athletic endeavors and observations made through his work at Calorify has provided …

In this episode we talk with one of America's top performing ultra trail runners Tim Tollefson. Tim shares lessons he's learned over his career from …

In this episode of the Podcast we chat with CJ about his training philosophy and how he has become one of America's fastest marathoners. CJ placed 6th place on a very challenging Olympic Trials course in 2020 and is a …

In this episode, Ryan and Chad pick up where they left off chatting about Chad's 2:12 marathon debut along with updates on training heading into the 2023 Boston Marathon. This conversation goes in depth into the subject …

In this episode Ryan does a Podcast takeover where he interviews brother Chad about his recent marathon debut at the Mesa Marathon 2023 where he finished with a time of 2:12:47. Ryan has been coaching Chad on his …

In this episode we sit down with our Run Free Nutrionist Jo Butler. In this conversation we go over fad diets to avoid, recommendations for various …

In this Episode we sit down with Run Free athlete, Nathan Deeter, to talk about the lessons he has learned from his sobriety and how he applies those same principles to achieve success in his running, business, and …

In the latest episode of the Run Free Podcast, we share a conversation with one of our original coaching staff and professional runner, Courtney Barnes. Courtney raced professionally on the track for many years prior to …

The Podcast is Back! Ryan introduces the new hosts of the Podcast Chad and Jay. The group discusses various topics including how to fully enjoy your …

Jared is not only fast but he is a rock solid dad, friend, coach, and human being. Give this a listen to get some fresh perspective on the beautiful …

Questions covered: How to unload pressure leading up to a race, How to visualize, how to handle surging in racing, and more.

In this episode I chat about how I’ve experienced frustration to be one of the most powerful catalyst for growth and explore how we can use it as a …

In this episode I talk with one of only 29 athletes in history to compete in both the Winter and Summer Olympics. Of which, Chirine is the only athlete to ever go from an anaerobic event (Alpine Skiing) to an aerobic …

In this interview I chat with my Mo about his pursuit of qualifying for the marathon in the upcoming Olympic Games in the marathon for Jordan. We also discuss what it’s been like training with the Halls in Flagataff for …

In this episode, I discuss “how to change".  Sharing helpful tips, mindsets, and perspectives that I learned in both of my transformational …

In this episode I discuss how to manage the most internally tricky two weeks prior to goal races: taper time. I share my most helpful tips and tricks …

In this episode I talk about how to see injuries in a helpful way, how to prevent injuries, and how to handle them when they do come.

In this episode I discuss things I’ve learned along the road that are helpful in going after New Years resolutions.

In this episode Sara shares her recent breakthrough marathon experience, recovery tips, how she manages her internal game, and much more.

In this episode I answer questions from listeners including: is long slow distance running good, slow v fast release protein and timing, how many …

In this episode I discuss the upside down perspective of how wanting the best for your competitors will actually make you faster and how to nurture that sentiment towards them.

Stoked to share this conversation with Run Free Coach Courtney Barnes as she transitions from professional track athlete to trail and ultra running. …

In this episode I share my experiences going through depression during my sophomore year at Stanford, which caused me to briefly drop out of school …

Hear Chad’s sorry of learning to balance body weight/image and athletic performance along with a discussion on if drinking alcohol is detrimental for …

Loved hearing my bro share his story from his Footlocker National Title in high school to his transition from running to triathlon to road cycling …

Lessons I’ve learned on how to optimally fuel post goal race during a two week off period and learning the answer to the question of weight issues in the off season. Also, what to eat post workout and why you might …

Hear the behind the scenes on Sara’s recent second place finish at the London Marathon.

In this episode I discuss how to set up chasing your goals with a successful mindset and strategic plan along with how to know when it is time to …

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a long run, hard workout or race and wondered: ‘what am I doing out here?’ In this episode I discuss the importance of knowing the answer to that question and a discussion …

A lot of things went right and and lot of things when wrong in my first ultra. In this episode I share my experience running my ultra giving some …

In this episode I share some of my experiences heading into races that were way over my head (including my upcoming ultra marathon) and helpful …

Under fueling is so common for endurance athletes. Learn why this is often the case, why you should eat more, and how to do so without gaining …

Sometimes you just have to be able to shift your thinking to accept that what was once a seemingly unobtainable pace is now your new normal. In this episode Ryan unpacks how to establish new normals to breakthrough to …

In this episode Sara and I catch about her recent race, helpful cues for setting up your next time-trial or virtual race, and how to push yourself …

I had such a great time chatting with Collin and am stoked to share this convo with you guys. We talked about how to be optimistic, intentional, …

Finding the Bliss in Every Moment

Episode 45: how to lean out and get stronger, how to mentally handle setbacks and injuries, and more

Physical and mental tips for training in heat and humidity

Episode 43: A chat with Run Free Coach Colin on training in the heat, collegiate running &motivation

Loved this conversation with coach Brittany! She brings in so much fresh perspective to Run Free with her vast experiences in the endurance space. Enjoy this outside the box conversation hearing Coach Britts story and …

In this episode I talk to two-time Olympian, 6 X Nation Champion, and 1:42 retired 800 meter specialist Nick Symmonds about his varied ventures with everything from marathons to mountaineering, before we get into the …

In this episode newly retired Dathan (former American record holder in 5,000 meters in 12:56), Alan (American Record holder in the mile in 3:46), and …

Loved this conversation hearing Paige’s story, training for her first marathon, and adjusting from collegiate running to the pro lifestyle! …

Rachel shares her inspiring story and many of the life lessons she has learned along the way when it comes to training, nutrition, visualization and weight. Disclaimer: sorry about the audio guys! Anchor is having …

Learn some helpful tools to “bring it” to your next hard workout or race.

Episode 36: Running Rim to Rim to Rim. A conversation with Coach Rico!

Episode 34: A discussion about how to get your kids into running and proper volume for teens.

Episode 34: How to be confident, how to get through miles 18-23 of a marathon, and how to visualize.

Episode 33: Why negative splitting a marathon is over-rated and how to fuel during the marathon.

Episode 32: So You Just Tanked a Workout with Coach Jay

A little Coronavirus training and racing update then a discussion of how death brings new life.

Episode 30: Coronavirus, Threshold Running, and An Explosion of Joy

Episode 29: Olympic Trials talk and challenging our view of “luck”

In this episode we discuss not going mental in the taper, how to handle pre-race nerves and much more.

Episode 27: Your goals might just be on the other side of childlikeness.

The Making of an Olympian Series: How Olympians eat, sleep and train.

Examine.com 20 Nutrition Myths of 2020

Episode 24: Examining Examine.com 20 nutrition myths of 2020

Episode 23: The Making of an Olympian Series: Olympians Endure Soul Crushing Defeat

Episode 22: The Making of an Olympian Series; Olympians Feel Like They Belong

Episode 21: The making of an Olympian Series: Finding Peace in the Storm

To grasp hold of, one must let go

Episode 19: Talking coaching, running and the internal game with my first coach: my Dad

Episode 18: Holiday Training/Nutrition and Sleep tips and birthing something new this Christmas.

Episode 17: A fresh view of competition

How to lean out

A Healthy Outlook on Leaning Out

Managing negative thoughts on the run and useful montras

Episode 13: What kind of fatigued are you?

Episode 12: The 41st Day: Don’t miss your purpose

The pain series; a discussion on dropping out of races and workouts

Keys to enduring pain in training and racing

Chatting with Jay about his new training experiment and how athletes can experiment in their own training.

If your heading to the start line this one is for you

Join us as we chat breakthrough and Sara walks us through her 2:22 marathon at last Sunday’s Berlin Marathon

A conversation with Co-Founder of Run Free Jay Stephenson

Our training principles

In this episode I dive into our “1%” finger of the 5 fingers at Run Free training. I hit on weights, ice baths, cryotherapy, stretching, massage and …

Episode 3: Let’s talk nutrition

The second of our five finger approach to training. Reframing Rest.

Welcome to the Run Free Podcast! In this episode Ryan explains a little about Run Free Training, how this podcast fits into it, and what it means to Run Free.