The Rambling Runner Podcast

Matt Chittim

California International Marathon

ASICS

Running

Olympic Trials Qualifying

Olympic Trials

Running Community

Marathon Training

Micro Quitting

Olympic Trials Marathon

Nathan Martin

Training For the Olympic Trials

Marathon Running

Marathon

Surgery

Hip Dysplasia

Transcontinental Run

Mental Health

Self-Sabotage

Motivation

Marathon Training Techniques

A podcast about dedicated and motivated amateur runners who are working hard to get better and achieving inspirational results.

664 ratings

Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	713	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	RunningSports

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Latest Episodes

#712 - Kristin Johnson: Running 2:53 and Smashing the 3:00 Barrier

Kristin Johnson returns to the show for the second time in 2025 after ripping off another seven minute PR with a 2:53 at the Indy Monumental Marathon. Kristin talks about how she's gone from 3:59 to 2:53 in her favorite distance, the changes that wer... more

5 Dec 2025 • 32 min

#711 - "How Can I Run Like I Used To?" Part 2: Setting Yourself Up for Success

In this episode of the Rambling Runner podcast, I continue my "How Can I Run Like I Used To?" mini-series.

When we restart our running journey we are usually filled with excitement and vigor. That is wonderful! However, we need to balance those emot... more

21 Nov 2025 • 21 min

#710 - "How Can I Run Like I Used To?" Part 1: Mentality and Attitude

In this episode of the Rambling Runner podcast, I delve into the challenges and mindset required to regain peak fitness after a significant time away from running. I emphasize the importance of a long-term commitment, adopting a beginner's mindset, a... more

14 Nov 2025 • 19 min

#709 - Rachel Schilkowsky: Juggling Winning, Family, Work, and a Desire to More

In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Schilkowsky to dive into her recent win at the Hartford Marathon, her impressive early morning training schedule, and the challenges she's faced. We discuss her performance at Hartford, how/why a PR can be grat... more

7 Nov 2025 • 59 min

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Recent Guests

Rachel Schilkowsky

An accomplished runner who balances family life and her professional career as an engineer.

Episode: #709 - Rachel Schilkowsky: Juggling Winning, Family, Work, and a Desire to More

Heidi Peoples

Teacher and dedicated runner who finished first in her age group at the Chicago Marathon.

Episode: #708 - Heidi Peoples: Teacher and Mother of 4 Takes First in the 45-49 Age Group at Chicago Marathon

Ashley Mateo

Former editor and journalist with extensive experience in running media, now editor of Runher Magazine

Runher Magazine

Episode: #707 - Ashley Mateo: The Creation and Effect of RUNHER Magazine

Charlie Watson

Registered dietician and experienced marathoner

Episode: #704 - Charlie Watson: Detailing Sydney, the Newest Marathon Major, and Running 20 Minutes Faster Than Expected

Molly Huddle

Distinguished American long-distance runner and record holder

Episode: #703 - Racing Mindset Masterclass with Molly Huddle

Hillary Allen

Professional runner and author

Episode: #702 - Hillary Allen: Returning From One of the Worst Running Injuries Ever to Qualify for the World Championships

Ruth Atkinson

A well-respected coach who works with athletes to improve their training methodologies.

McKirdy Trained

Episode: #700 - Coach's Corner with Ruth Atkinson: Planning and Executing Long Runs for 4:30+ Marathoners

Laura Thweatt

A professional runner and coach, previously a fierce competitor in distance events.

ON Athletics Club

Episode: #699 - Racing Mindset Masterclass with Laura Thweatt

Karen Howe

Parent of teenage runners and passionate about running

Episode: #698 - Karen Howe: Parenting/Guiding Teenagers Who Share Your Passion for Running

Host

Matt Chittim

Host of interviews focused on the experiences of amateur runners, discussing their challenges in training and life.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 664 ratings

Great show
Great recent show
Ready to go home and do my 20 minutes
And BTW MUSCLE ATROPHY IS THE TERM YOU WERE LOOKING FOR
Apple Podcasts
5
no nickname avaialbe
United Statesa year ago
Congrats Lindsey from the 3rd place woman!
I’m a long time listener of the podcast but especially loved the most recent episode with Lindsey Bradley. I was the 3rd overall woman at Indy and it was fun to hear about the front of the race. And it’s always great to hear about other women who are trying to train hard while having full-time jobs and lives outside running. Thanks for a great episode!
Apple Podcasts
5
M.Bowman
United Statesa year ago
A great podcast with relatable guests
I absolutely love Matt’s interview style. Great questions that lead to natural conversation. His episodes cover a wide variety of runners, including every day people we can all relate to. A must listen every week!
Apple Podcasts
5
quigsmsu354
United Statesa year ago
Solid advice in an entertaining format
Definitely my new favorite running podcast, very relatable with practical advice for runners of all kinds. Great guests and Matt brings out the best in each of them
Apple Podcasts
5
RNR26
United States2 years ago
Like, what’s the deal?
I had to like stop listening to like the most like recent like episode due to like the like over like use of the word ‘like’.
If you can stand the poor vocab, I’m sure there is some good info in here. Like.
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mattmorton
United Kingdom2 years ago

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The host's engaging interview style is highly praised for fostering natural conversations.

Listeners appreciate the relatability of guests and practical advice provided throughout the episodes.

There's a noticeable enthusiasm and authenticity from the host, which resonates well with the audience.

While many love the focus on personal stories from everyday runners, a few listeners have expressed a desire for more experienced insights as well.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#56	United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#94	Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#237	United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#55	Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#195	Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts	#235	France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#708 - Heidi Peoples: Teacher and Mother of 4 Takes First in the 45-49 Age Group at Chicago Marathon

Q: What motivates you to put in the work to regain your form and potentially get better?

Surrounding myself with supportive people and seeing friends achieve PRs at age 45 motivates me.

#708 - Heidi Peoples: Teacher and Mother of 4 Takes First in the 45-49 Age Group at Chicago Marathon

Q: What advice would you give someone coming from a more humble college background about what they could potentially do in their running career?

I would definitely say to join a running community or train with people better than you to push beyond your limits.

#705 - Brodie Sharpe: Unlocking Running Potential with Strength Work

Q: How much of strength training for runners is focused on injury prevention versus increasing performance?

Both aspects are important, but performance improvement has more robust research backing it compared to injury prevention.

#703 - Racing Mindset Masterclass with Molly Huddle

Q: How do you mentally and emotionally handle those situations?

You kind of just let it, the thoughts go through and latch on to something mentally, like so. I always liked when I didn't end up in no woman's land because it's so easy to slow down when there's no one around you.

#703 - Racing Mindset Masterclass with Molly Huddle

Q: Does the mentality and the aggressiveness have to be tailored to the length of those?

I think for the marathon, definitely. I liked having the control, but in a marathon, it just doesn't even start until the last, you know, so you really need to just kind of fall asleep in the beginning.

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2. Fuel for the Sole
3. For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running
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Recent guests on The Rambling Runner Podcast include:

1. Rachel Schilkowsky
2. Heidi Peoples
3. Ashley Mateo
4. Charlie Watson
5. Molly Huddle
6. Hillary Allen
7. Ruth Atkinson
8. Laura Thweatt

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