The Brunch Running Podcast

Brunch Running

The Brunch Running Podcast is a running-focused show by the social run club, Brunch Running. These are the conversations we have at run club, and this is your invitation to join us at the table. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or someone who simply loves a good post-run brunch, Brunch Running welcomes you with open arms and plenty of high fives. Take us on your run, stay for brunch, and leave with a full belly and a few more running besties. This is your invite to run and brunch with us—where every mile is worth celebrating, and every conversation brings us closer as a com

  1. 09/28/2025

    18. Fueling the Run: Testing Gels, Training the Stomach & Finding Joy in the Miles with Rylee Jade

    In this episode of the Brunch Running Podcast, Alexandra sits down with runner, coach, and content creator Rylee Jade to talk all things running fuel, training, and building a healthy relationship with the sport. Rylee shares how she fell in love with running during the pandemic, the lessons she’s learned from tackling everything from half marathons to Ironman, and why “proving herself wrong” kept her coming back for more. We dive into her viral gel review series, what she looks for when testing fuel, and how runners can train their stomachs to handle nutrition on race day. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing a Boston Qualifier, this conversation is packed with practical tips, honest advice, and plenty of laughs. How Rylee went from “not a runner” to marathoner, ultrarunner, and Ironman finisher The story behind her popular gel review videos and what she’s learned testing dozens of brands The truth about gel textures, flavors, and why fueling isn’t one-size-fits-all How to “train your stomach” to tolerate fuel during long runs and races Why caffeine in gels can be both a performance boost and a bathroom risk Practical fueling strategies for different paces and distances Rylee’s current favorite gels (and the ones she’ll never try again!) What she’s training for this fall—including the Chicago, NYC, and Every Woman’s Marathon Instagram: @ryleejade The Feed: thefeed.com Follow Brunch Running on Instagram: @brunchrunning Join us for weekly runs, shakeouts, and races: brunchrunning.com What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeConnect with RyleeLet’s Brunch Together

    28 min

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The Brunch Running Podcast is a running-focused show by the social run club, Brunch Running. These are the conversations we have at run club, and this is your invitation to join us at the table. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or someone who simply loves a good post-run brunch, Brunch Running welcomes you with open arms and plenty of high fives. Take us on your run, stay for brunch, and leave with a full belly and a few more running besties. This is your invite to run and brunch with us—where every mile is worth celebrating, and every conversation brings us closer as a com