Maybe Running Will Help?

Nicky Tamberrino
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Maybe Running Will Help is a running and personal development podcast hosted by an experienced yet still slightly naive runner exploring why we really run. Through honest conversations, meaningful insights, and plenty of ridiculous moments, the show digs into mindset, motivation, identity, and the complicated relationship many runners have with the sport. From comeback stories to hard truths about burnout, body image, aging, and purpose, this podcast is for runners who want more than faster times - it’s for anyone searching for clarity, courage, and a reason to keep moving forward.

  1. 19h ago

    Ultra Running 101 with Jeff "Bronco Billy" Browning

    Giddyup! road runners. It's time for us to get schooled by one of the coolest ultrarunners around. In this episode of Maybe Running Will Help, I sat down with ultrarunning legend Jeff Browning aka Bronco Billy to answer one very important question: How can I be more like an ultrarunner?

    Ultra Running 101 with Jeff "Bronco Billy" Browning

  2. Jul 8

    The Breast Augmentation (for athletes) Episode with Dr. Michael Cohen

    Can you run with breast implants? As a runner, this was one of my biggest questions before breast augmentation. I worried about everything—would it affect my performance, would recovery be miserable, and yes... I literally thought my implants might end up in my armpits. In this episode, I sit down with my plastic surgeon, Dr. Michael Cohen, to talk through the questions every active woman seems to Google before surgery. We cover implant placement, recovery, getting back to running, lifting weights, and how newer techniques are changing the experience for athletes. More importantly, we talk about making decisions that are right for you. There isn't one way an athlete is supposed to look, and you don't have to choose between feeling strong and feeling feminine. If you're a runner considering breast implants—or you just want an honest conversation about body image, confidence, and making informed decisions—I think you'll enjoy this one. Topics covered: • Running with breast implants • Recovery after breast augmentation • Over vs. under the muscle implants • Returning to exercise • Breast implants for athletes • Body confidence & making decisions for yourself

    The Breast Augmentation (for athletes) Episode with Dr. Michael Cohen

  3. Jul 1

    Marathon Comebacks, Peptides, and Turkey Baking with Coach Jeffrey Cunningham

    Coach Jeffrey Cunningham is back on the podcast, and this time it's extra personal because he's officially coaching me through my marathon comeback. We talk about what it's really like to start over after years away from racing, why women often underestimate themselves, and how to stop letting your watch or Strava determine your self-worth. We also dive into the hot topic of peptides in the running world, where Jeff stands as a coach, and the bigger conversation around fairness, recovery, and social media influence. Along the way, Jeff delivers exactly what you'd expect: hilarious analogies (including why running is a "turkey baking sport in a microwave dinner world"), hard truths about perfectionism, and the kind of mindset advice that sticks with you long after the run is over. Whether you're chasing a PR, making a comeback, or just trying to feel like enough, this conversation is packed with laughs, perspective, and reminders that your potential is probably a whole lot bigger than you think. @jdcunningham97 @cunninghamrunning @theconsistentlygoodpodcast

    Marathon Comebacks, Peptides, and Turkey Baking with Coach Jeffrey Cunningham

  4. Jun 24

    Stories That Heal: Katie Kiliszewski

    In this episode of Maybe Running Will Help, Nicky Tamberrino sits down with marathoner and ultrarunner Katie Kiliszewski to talk about recovery, running, and rebuilding identity after years of struggle. Katie opens up about surviving anorexia, addiction, anxiety, and depression, and how she slowly found her way back to herself through healing, self-awareness, and movement. They also dive into the emotional side of being a sensitive person, the power of mentorship, motherhood, and why running became something driven by joy instead of control. It’s an honest, hopeful conversation about resilience, self-discovery, and learning that the things we once thought made us “too much” may actually be our greatest gifts. If you’ve ever struggled with your relationship with food, alcohol, your body, or simply feeling different, this episode is for you. Guest info: @katiekili

    Stories That Heal: Katie Kiliszewski

  5. Jun 17

    Do We Take Running Too Seriously? with coach John Ferry

    What if the secret to becoming a better runner isn't running more? This week, Nicky sits down with coach John Ferry—Team Wilpers coach, Head Coach of New York City's Dashing Whippets Running Team, and lifelong student of the sport—to talk about why so many runners get stuck chasing the same results year after year. From marathon training and ultrarunning to track racing and 5Ks, John shares why the best athletes aren't always doing more—they're often doing something different. We discuss the dangers of living in a constant marathon cycle, the value of speed work, why the 5K might be the most underrated race in running, and how thoughtful season planning can unlock breakthroughs at any level. Along the way, we explore race-day mindset, finding your favorite kind of hard, the surprising power of relays and team competition, and why running should still be fun—even when you're taking it seriously. Whether you're training for your first race, chasing a PR, or wondering if it's time to shake things up, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about what progress really looks like. In this episode: Why more miles aren't always the answerThe marathon trap many runners fall intoHow speed work can make you a better distance runnerWhy the 5K deserves more respectMarathon vs. ultra: which is actually harder?Mental strategies for pushing through tough racesThe role of community, relays, and fun in long-term successBecause sometimes the fastest way forward is trying something new.

    Do We Take Running Too Seriously? with coach John Ferry

  6. Jun 10

    Faith, Fitness & Finish Lines

    What happens when running becomes more than a sport? This week, Nicky sits down with Claire Boyce, host of the Kind of Fast Podcast and part of the team behind Upward Running, a faith-based running community helping people discover connection, purpose, and confidence through movement. Claire shares her journey from collegiate running struggles and seasons of self-doubt to finding her identity beyond race results. Together, they explore the parallels between faith and running, the power of community, learning to trust the process, and why our worth can never be measured by a finish time. Whether you're chasing a PR, rebuilding after a difficult chapter, or simply looking for your people, this conversation is a reminder that some of life's biggest transformations happen one step at a time. In this episode: Finding your worth beyond performanceHow faith and running can strengthen each otherThe role of community in healing and growthClaire's journey through difficult relationships and personal rebuildingWhy "learning to hurt" can be a powerful lesson on the run and in lifeHelping new runners go from the couch to the finish lineBecause sometimes the most important race isn't the one on the course, it's the one happening within us.  Guest: Claire Boyce, host of Kind of Fast Podcast and team member at Upward Running.

    Faith, Fitness & Finish Lines

  7. Jun 3

    No One Runs Alone: The Secret to Back on My Feet’s Impact

    This week, I'm joined by Back on My Feet CEO Nathan and alumni member Phillip Zuniga for a conversation about recovery, resilience, and the power of community. Back on My Feet uses running to support individuals experiencing homelessness and addiction, but as you'll hear in this episode, the real impact goes far beyond the miles. Phil shares his journey from alcoholism treatment to training for the fire academy, running the London Marathon, and rebuilding a life he once thought was out of reach. Along the way, he discovered something many of us forget: we are capable of more than we think, especially when we don't have to do it alone. Whether you're a runner, someone in recovery, or simply in need of a reminder that community matters, this conversation will leave you feeling hopeful about what's possible when people are reminded of their own strength. Guests: Nathan Watt, CEO, Back on My Feet Phil Zuniga, Alumi, Back on My Feet Learn more: https://backonmyfeet.org

    No One Runs Alone: The Secret to Back on My Feet’s Impact

  8. May 29

    Harvey Lewis: The Power of Mindset

    Harvey Lewis is an American ultrarunner, high school teacher, and endurance athlete from Cincinnati, Ohio. He is best known for winning the 2023 Big’s Backyard Ultra World Championship after running 450 miles over 108 hours, setting an American backyard ultra record in 2025 with 462.5 miles, and winning the Badwater 135 ultramarathon twice. Harvey has also competed in the Barkley Marathons, represented Team USA in 24-hour world championship events, and recently completed his 100th marathon.

    Harvey Lewis: The Power of Mindset
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Maybe Running Will Help is a running and personal development podcast hosted by an experienced yet still slightly naive runner exploring why we really run. Through honest conversations, meaningful insights, and plenty of ridiculous moments, the show digs into mindset, motivation, identity, and the complicated relationship many runners have with the sport. From comeback stories to hard truths about burnout, body image, aging, and purpose, this podcast is for runners who want more than faster times - it’s for anyone searching for clarity, courage, and a reason to keep moving forward.

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  • Creator
    Nicky Tamberrino
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    97
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Nicky Tamberrino
  • Show Website
    Maybe Running Will Help?

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