Run Long Run Healthy

Run Long Run Healthy
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Running science, explained. Each episode, hosts Brady Holmer and Thomas Watson break down one major sports science topic or study related to running, in a way that regular runners can apply it to their daily training and routines. We cover topics like nutrition, training protocols and methodologies, fuelling, supplementation, recovery, and overall well-being.

  1. The power - and limits - of HRV data (Heart Rate Variability), with Marco Altini

    12/19/2025

    The power - and limits - of HRV data (Heart Rate Variability), with Marco Altini

    Thomas sits down with Marco Altini, prominent researcher in HRV, advisor to Aura, and dedicated ultrarunner, to discuss one of the most talked-about metrics in the running world today: Heart Rate Variability. Marco's Substack: https://marcoaltini.substack.com/ Marco's series of guides to HRV for runners on Marathon Handbook: https://marathonhandbook.com/heart-rate-variability-guide/ 00:00 3 things I learned 01:54 What does HRV measure 05:50 RHR vs HRV 07:50 Why everyone's HRV is different 09:45 What runners can use HRV for 11:10 Other ways to increase HRV 12:50 How to reliably measure HRV 15:18 Sleeping vs awake HRV 18:25 Best devices for measuring HRV 20:00 limits of HRV reporting 23:38 Future / tech limits of HRV interpretation 25:12 Winter lowers HRV 29:12 how Marco uses HRV in his run training 32:36 Marathon / ultramarathon recovery using HRV

    35 min
  2. The Future of Endurance and AI's role in coaching with Dirk Friel

    12/11/2025

    The Future of Endurance and AI's role in coaching with Dirk Friel

    Brady sits down with TrainingPeaks founder Dirk Friel discuss the future of endurance science, how coaching is evolving with technology, why AI can assist coaches but not replace them, and what is coming in the next 12 months.00:00 Dirk's background05:50 the birth of TrainingPeaks10:34 evolving use of data in endurance sports20:39 the durability metric28:00 shoe tracking30:00 human vs AI coaching42:00 Coaches using AI48:00 Emerging trends in endurance57:20 TP integrating sleep and nutrition 1:03:25 TP upcoming community and virtual featuresRun Long Run Healthy is brought to you by Marathon Handbook.➡ https://marathonhandbook.comSubscribe to the Run Long Run Healthy podcast:➡ Spotify: https://bit.ly/RLRH-spotify➡ Apple podcasts: apple.co/43iqUKxGet the RLRH weekly newsletter (choose free or paid):➡ https://marathonhandbook.com/run-long...➡ https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/Follow us online:BRADY ON X ➡ https://x.com/B_Holmer/PHYSIOLOGICALLY SPEAKING (Brady's Newsletter) ➡ https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/MARATHON HANDBOOK IG ➡ / marathon.handbook

    1h 8m
  3. The Key To Running Success Is...Ergodicity.

    11/28/2025

    The Key To Running Success Is...Ergodicity.

    What is ergodicity and how can it help you plan for longevity in your running? That's the topic Thomas is exploring in today's episode, where he looks at how it can apply to single races, seasons, or your whole life - and why you should be more like Haruki Murakami and less like David Goggins00:00 Introducing ergodicity01:16 What is ergodicity?03:25 David Goggins - non-ergodic05:19 Haruki Murakami - ergodic06:58 My big fat ergodic podium win in Namibia08:20 Tortoise and Hare08:45 Why timeframe matters10:35 The price of a non-ergodic approach long-term11:30 How to apply ergodicity to your running - 4 tips

    13 min
  4. You're Fueling Less Than You Think During Marathons

    11/14/2025

    You're Fueling Less Than You Think During Marathons

    In this episode, Brady and Thomas discuss a new study that showed marathon runners were consistently consuming less carbohydrates during their race than they either planned or perceived; why this is happening, why it’s important for runners to be aware of this, and how to avoid it.The RLRH Substack post on this article:https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/p/why-marathoners-keep-missing-theirThe study:Under Consumed and Overestimated: Discrepancies in Race-Day Carbohydrate Intake Among Endurance Athleteshttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ejsc.70055Run Long Run Healthy is brought to you by Marathon Handbook.➡ https://marathonhandbook.comSubscribe to the Run Long Run Healthy podcast:➡ Spotify: https://bit.ly/RLRH-spotify➡ Apple podcasts: apple.co/43iqUKxGet the RLRH weekly newsletter (choose free or paid):➡ https://marathonhandbook.com/run-long...➡ https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/Follow us online:BRADY ON X ➡ https://x.com/B_Holmer/PHYSIOLOGICALLY SPEAKING (Brady's Newsletter) ➡ https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/MARATHON HANDBOOK IG ➡ / marathon.handbook00:00 Intro'ing the topic01:20 The importance of carbs during the marathon03:51 the study, explained08:50 perceived vs actual carb intake12:18 How sleep and anxiety play a role15:48 GI issues a factor?17:30 How this study has influenced Brady's fuelling strategy

    26 min

  5. 11/07/2025

    The Consequences of Neglecting Strength Training For Runners

    Jason Fitzgerald is one of the best known and best regarded running coaches online. As the founder of Strength Running, he is an expert in strength training for runners, injury prevention, overcoming plateaus, and longevity. Today we have a pretty wide-ranging conversation about strength training and running, including why it’s so important for runners, how to get started, what the minimum effective dose looks like, Jason’s tips for injury prevention and overcoming performance plateaus, as well as sports science and what he’s learned in the past 10 years.  Run Long Run Healthy is brought to you by Marathon Handbook. ➡ https://marathonhandbook.com Subscribe to the Run Long Run Healthy podcast: ➡ Spotify: https://bit.ly/RLRH-spotify ➡ Apple podcasts: apple.co/43iqUKx Get the RLRH weekly newsletter (choose free or paid): ➡ https://marathonhandbook.com/run-long... ➡ https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/ Follow us online: BRADY ON X ➡ https://x.com/B_Holmer/ PHYSIOLOGICALLY SPEAKING (Brady's Newsletter)  ➡ https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/ MARATHON HANDBOOK IG ➡   / marathon.handbook 00:00 Why runners need strength training 06:30 Defining ‘strength training for runners’ weightlifting and bodyweight applications 11:00 how to incorporate strength work 14:46 how to start weightlifting, and gym anxiety 19:46 Training schedule structure 21:46 Strength training at home, equipment 26:05 The Minimum Effective Dose of Strength Training for Runners 29:46 Jason’s home strength training setup 32:26 Injury Prevention Protocols 37:35 How to deal with performance plateaus 43:46 What new research has influenced your running and coaching in the last 10 years? 50:50 Supershoes and shoe rotation 55:10 advice for aging runners 57:56 How Jason approaches running as a dad in his 40s 01:02:56 Looking towards our 60s, 70s, and beyond

    1h 9m
  6. The Consequences Of Delaying Carbs After Your Run

    10/17/2025

    The Consequences Of Delaying Carbs After Your Run

    The reference paper: Delaying post-exercise carbohydrate intake impairs next-day exercise capacity but not muscle glycogen or molecular responses https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/apha.14215 Acta Physiologica Sept 2024 Submit questions for future mailbag episodes in the comments or on the RLRH Substack. Run Long Run Healthy is brought to you by Marathon Handbook. ➡ https://marathonhandbook.com Subscribe to the Run Long Run Healthy podcast: ➡ Spotify: https://bit.ly/RLRH-spotify ➡ Apple podcasts: apple.co/43iqUKxGet the RLRH weekly newsletter (choose free or paid): ➡ https://marathonhandbook.com/run-long... ➡ https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/Follow us online: BRADY ON X ➡ https://x.com/B_Holmer/PHYSIOLOGICALLY SPEAKING (Brady's Newsletter) ➡ https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/ MARATHON HANDBOOK IG ➡ / marathon.handbook 0:00 The role of carbs in running 03:30 Carbs after running - why? 05:05 Carb deprivation - fasted/depleted workouts 06:40 The Study - testing the effects of delaying carbs post-run 10:00 The findings of delaying carbs by 3hrs 14:30 carbs led to more HIIT reps and lower RPE 16:14 Applying the findings to your running

    23 min
  7. Mailbag Q&A: Creatine, Dealing With Colds, Supershoes, & Aging Athletes

    10/10/2025

    Mailbag Q&A: Creatine, Dealing With Colds, Supershoes, & Aging Athletes

    Brady Holmer and Thomas Watson answer your questions.Submit questions for future mailbag episodes in the comments or on the RLRH Substack.Run Long Run Healthy is brought to you by Marathon Handbook.➡ https://marathonhandbook.comSubscribe to the Run Long Run Healthy podcast:➡ Spotify: https://bit.ly/RLRH-spotify➡ Apple podcasts: apple.co/43iqUKxGet the RLRH weekly newsletter (choose free or paid):➡ https://marathonhandbook.com/run-long...➡ https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/Follow us online:BRADY ON X ➡ https://x.com/B_Holmer/PHYSIOLOGICALLY SPEAKING (Brady's Newsletter) ➡ https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/MARATHON HANDBOOK IG ➡ / marathon.handbook 00:30 Static bike for marathon training advice05:05 Practical nutrition tips for pre and post run08:20 Dealing with colds and running14:03 First supershoes?19:34 Supershoe response for lighter runner24:46 Creatine long-term effects and protein advice30:50 lack of studies on aging female athletes?35:53 running / elliptical workout distribution38:52 Total knee replacement for serial marathon runner40:45 Diminishing returns from repeating workouts?

    48 min
  8. The new 10% rule: the #1 predictor of running injury risk

    10/03/2025

    The new 10% rule: the #1 predictor of running injury risk

    The study:How much running is too much? Identifying high-risk running sessions in a 5200-person cohort study  https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/17/1203 Brady’s newsletter breaking it down… https://runlongrunhealthy.substack.com/p/run-long-run-healthy-how-much-running 00:00 Intro - The “How Much Running Is Too Much Study?” 01:15 Critiquing the classic 10% rule of running 02:21 The New Study, explained 03:30 Single Session Spike method 04:13 The Findings 04:51 The “single session paradigm” 05:07 Time to ditch the classic 10% rule? 05:58 Why the data doesn’t support the classic 10% rule 07:14 Our takeaways from the new study

    8 min
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Running science, explained. Each episode, hosts Brady Holmer and Thomas Watson break down one major sports science topic or study related to running, in a way that regular runners can apply it to their daily training and routines. We cover topics like nutrition, training protocols and methodologies, fuelling, supplementation, recovery, and overall well-being.

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