Runners often turn to supplements to help meet the demands of training, recovery and peak performance. In this episode, we unpack how supplements can complement a strong foundation of nutrition, structured training, quality sleep, hydration, and stress management.

Andy, Rick and Sarah discuss their own experiences of using sport supplements and whether they felt like it actually made a difference and explain how supplements may boost your overall performance.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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This week, Andy, Sarah, and Rick explore how comparing yourself to others can shape and sometimes sabotage your performance. Andy reflects on how comparison impacted his Olympic career, Rick opens up about measuring himself against his pre-injury form, and Sarah shares how others have inspired her to improve.

Together, they discuss whether comparison can ever be useful in running and offer advice on building a healthier mindset toward it.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to The Running Channel Club

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Sarah’s just returned from Sweden, where she ran a marathon 1,300 meters underground - yes... UNDERGROUND! Wearing a hard hat and head torch, and barely able to see a few meters ahead, she braved the heat, humidity (and not to mention) brutal elevation to set a new Guinness World Record with a group of other incredible runners.

Meanwhile, Tom is clocking up distances he’s never tackled before as he dives deep into training for his first-ever ultramarathon. He’s feeling all the nerves, excitement, and occasional madness that come with it - and shares it all with Sarah and Rick.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to The Running Channel Club

For all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .

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After Rick’s tirade last week about a fellow Parkrunner’s heavy breathing, the team are back to explore the science behind how breathing affects your running. What’s really happening to your lungs and body when you run? Can you actually change the way you breathe and could it improve your performance?

Plus, the team recap all the action from the Cape Town Marathon, featuring a surprise live quiz from The Running Channel’s very own Jess Furness, reporting straight from Cape Town!

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to The Running Channel Club

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Every week, we publish an exclusive bonus episode of The Running Channel Club Podcast, giving you access to more running science, unfiltered banter and some seriously fierce debates.

From deep dives into the science of running and presenter race debriefs to uncontrollable laughter – The Running Channel Club has it all!

You can access this weekly podcast by joining The Club today – click HERE to find out more!

In 2025, is running bigger than ever? Andy, Rick and Sarah explore the possible causes as to why running is so popular. From health trends and mental wellness to the influence of social media. Race participation is at an all-time high, Parkrun is more popular than ever and it feels like everyone wants in on the action. So what’s driving this surge and is there a limit to how big running can get?

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

Join The Running Channel Club for exclusive additional podcast episodes, bite-sized courses, live Q&As and so much more! Head to The Running Channel Club

For all enquiries contact podcast@therunningchannel.com .

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Runna TRC Code

Sports Tours International

ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits.

In this episode, Rick guides Sarah and Andy through his own Everyday Escape.

Join the movement by sharing your Everyday Escape using #EverydayEscape. For every post shared with the hashtag, ASICS will donate £5 to the mental health charity Mind, helping to raise vital funds for mental wellbeing.

Click HERE to find out more.

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ASICS has launched its Everyday Escape campaign in support of World Mental Health Day, encouraging people around the world to take a 15-minute movement break and experience the mental and physical benefits.

In this episode, Sarah guides Andy and Rick through her own Everyday Escape.

Join the movement by sharing your Everyday Escape using #EverydayEscape. For every post shared with the hashtag, ASICS will donate £5 to the mental health charity Mind, helping to raise vital funds for mental wellbeing.

Click HERE to find out more.

Supported by ASICS.