Relay

A running podcast dedicated to conversation, commentary, and fun.

Our team has someone for everything, from pros to amateurs, track nerds to ultra athletes, shoe experts, and coaches.

We love discussing all-things running with enough hilarious tangents to keep you on your toes. Like being on your favorite group run with friends.

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Jan 12, 2024 · 49 min
Phily Bowden - Behind the Running Influencer
In this Episode of Behind the Running Influencer, Kofuzi and Tommie Runz sit down with Phily Bowden. Phily Bowden is a pro marathoner for New Balance. She’s based out of the UK, but she’s known worldwide via her massive following on YouTube and Instagram. (recorded Dec 21, 2023) 0:00 intro 1:46 Phily 2:27 Houston Marathon Prep 3:46 looking back at the last time she was in Flagstaff 8:51 balancing content and training 9:55 Training in Font Romeu 11:48 after finishing 3rd at Copenhagen 13:38 when did Phily know she was going to have a good day 16:14 goals for Houston 19:00 pinching cups at an aid station 22:20 balancing content vs training 26:06 Phily’s favorite and least favorite kinds of partnerships 32:04 why did Phily start YouTube 33:44 do pros have to be influencers too? 36:30 what shoes did Phily bring to altitude camp? 40:32 Houston nutrition plan 41:22 Phily’s bottles 44:32 flagstaff Christmas 45:27 Phily’s audience 46:48 what does Phily want to tell women runners? Follow Phily on IG and youtube https://www.youtube.com/@PhilyBowden https://www.instagram.com/philybowden/
Jan 10, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
Emma Bates Update, Top-10 U.S. Men's Marathoners Family Feud, Kofuzi and Elite's Running Houston
Today we have a fun a wide ranging conversation that focuses on Emma Bates's injury announcement, Top-10 U.S. Men's Marathoners Family Feud, Kofuzi and elite's running Houston, and the impact (or lack thereof) of the Olympic Marathon on professional careers. We has also have some wild tangents that include vacuum YouTube, New Year's Day races, and race selection dogma. This episode features Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, Marcus Brown, and Matt Chittim. Chapters 3:00 - The Tradition of New Year's Day Runs 4:00 - The Fascinating World of Vacuum YouTube 19:00 - Kofuzi's Houston Half-Marathon Preview 36:00 - Elite Runners Participating in the Houston Half 41:00 - Expectations for Galen Rupp 46:00 - Unheralded Runners to Watch Out For 50:00 - Top-10 U.S. Men's Marathoners Family Feud 54:00 - Discussion on Emma Bates' Injury 59:00 - Importance of the Olympics in the Running Community 1:03:00 - Potential Emma Bates Silver Lining
Jan 3, 2024 · 59 min
2024 In's-and-Out's, "What Would David Goggins Say," Audience-Specific Content
Welcome to 2024!!! We kick off the new year with Tommie Runz, Peter Bromka, Marcus Brown, and Lindsey Hein in a fun and funny group chat. In this episode they give their 2024 In's-and-Out's, "what would David Goggins say" feedback, audience-specific content analysis, and much more.
Dec 20, 2023 · 1 hr 4 min
2023 Highlights and 2024 Excitement
In this episode with Tommie Runz, Laura Thweatt, Lindsey Hein, and Peter Bromka we highlight what we will remember most from 2023 and look forward to 2024.
Dec 16, 2023 · 49 min
Running Trivia Episode!
Today on the show we tried something new and hopefully you find it as fun and entertaining as we did! Lindsey Hein leads the episode and plays the role of Trivia Host while giving 10 trivia questions to Peter Bromka, Tommie Runz, and Matt Chittim. If you liked this episode you can give us suggestions for future trivia topics on Instagram at www.instagram.com/relay_site or at info.relaypodcast@gmail.com.
Dec 12, 2023 · 46 min
UPDATED: CJ Albertson as the Newest X-Men, Berlin/Chicago Lotteries, and Fall Marathon Alternatives
*The first version of this podcast had the wrong audio. That version has been deleted and this one has the proper audio. Thanks!!! In this episode, Kofuzi, Tommie Runz, and Matt Chittim discuss the Chicago/Berlin marathon lottery results and offer alternatives for those who didn't get in. They also marvel at CJ Albertson's incredible marathon streak of three races in six weeks, all between 2:11 and 2:11:30. Also, they compare CJ's recovery abilities with the X-Men's finest. They also talk about the importance of pushing through discomfort and embracing the difficulty of training for a marathon. Chapters 05:15 - Reviewing the Fall Marathon Lottery Results 10:38 - Exploring Alternatives to Chicago and Berlin Marathons 13:30 - CJ Albertson's Impressive Marathon Streak 19:45 - Better Recovery Powers: CJ Albertson or Wolverine 26:30 - Recommendations for Fall Marathons 41:55 - Tommie's Approach to his New Marathon Block
Dec 8, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
Reflections from CIM, The Running Event, and Olympic Trials Course
In this episode the team shares their personal experiences at The Running Event, California International Marathon, and a preview of the Olympic Trials Marathon course in Orlando. Chapters 3:00 - Highlights from The Running Event 6:00 - The Humor and Personalities of the Guests 9:00 - Embargoes and Media Presence at TRE 13:00 - The Purpose and Benefits of Attending 21:00 - The Importance of Authenticity in Pitching to Brands 25:00 - Opportunities for Professional Runners 28:00 - The Value of Face-to-Face Interactions 29:00 - Creating Deeper Relationships with Brands 31:45 - California International Marathon 33:00 - Peter's Unique Experience at CIM 39:00 - Mike's Reflections on the Finish Line 45:00 - The Atmosphere at CIM 49:45 - Weather Conditions at CIM 52:00 - Previewing the Olympic Trials Course 57:00 - Course Comparison 1:01:00 - Countdown to the Olympic Trials This episode features Kofuzi, Tommie Runz, Peter Bromka, Lindsey Hein, and Matt Chittim.
Dec 7, 2023 · 35 min
CIM Live Show and Behind the Scenes with Kofuzi
The live show at CIM with Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim was an absolute blast! The energy at CIM is truly special and we couldn't wait to break it down before talking about Kofuzi's methods that make him one-of-a-kind. Chapters 1:40 - The Excitement of CIM 2:20 - Enjoying the Race Experience 3:20 - Maximizing the Race Experience 4:00 - The Nerdiest Race 5:20 - Race Logistics and Atmosphere 7:25 - Tips for Enjoying CIM 10:10 - Running with a GoPro and Connecting with Other Runners 11:10 - Filming Running Videos and Capturing Effort 14:25 - The Kofuzi Method of Tracking Shoes 15:25 - The Kufuzi Run Club and Community 17:10 - Choosing Shoes for Races 19:00 - The Magic of CIM and Emotional Finish Line Moments 20:00 - Running Alongside Races and Filming Techniques 23:20 - Effort Level and Running Form in Pro Runners 25:35 - Favorite Runners to Watch 28:25 - Bucket List Races and Running Adventures 30:30 - Balancing Racing and Enjoying the Experience 31:25 - The Kofuzi Run Club and Virtual Community 35:25 - Highlighting Apparel and Reviewing Running Gear
Dec 2, 2023 · 43 min
Long Run to Glory: The Story of the Greatest Marathon in Olympic History and the Women Who Made It Happen
Today on the podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Stephen Lane, author of the new book, Long Run to Glory: The Story of the Greatest Marathon in Olympic History and the Women Who Made It Happen. This book tells the story of American Joan Benoit, Norwegians Grete Waitz and Ingrid Kristiansen, and Portugal’s Rosa Mota. These are four of the greatest marathoners of all-time and Stephen's book details how all of them lined up to race at the first women’s Olympic Marathon in 1984. You can buy this must-ready here: https://www.amazon.com/Long-Run-Glory-Stephen-Lane/dp/1493073028
Nov 29, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
The Running Event, Turkey Gobbling Champions, Black Friday, and Botox
Super fun show to start off the week! We take a deep dive into The Running Event and Tommie's ambitious/innovative/amazing live show set-up, an international junior champion besting Laura (and nearly everyone else) at a Turkey Trot, influencer ads, Black Friday, botox, and turkey gobbling champions. Today's show features Tommie Runz, Lindsey Hein, Laura Thweatt, Marcus Brown, and Peter Bromka.
Nov 24, 2023 · 1 hr 27 min
CIM Race Weekend Preview
Hi everyone, if you are running the California International Marathon we have the perfect episode for you! Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim breakdown literally EVERYTHING you need to know about the race. They cover travel, Sacramento food spots, pre-race logistics, the buses, porta-potties, staying warm before the race, and of course, race course strategy and course management. No joke, they cover everything! This episode was recorded last year but the content is evergreen and just as valuable in 2023 as it was in 2022.
Nov 21, 2023 · 47 min
Turkey Trot Tales, the Magic of Cross Country & Adult Relays, and the Worst Parenting Advice of All-Time
It's officially Turkey Trot season and were brining you all of the Thanksgiving goodness! In this episode you will hear many Turkey Trot tales, the magic of cross country and a little breakdown of the NCAA champs, a fun recap of Tommie's Nashville relay experience, and the worst parenting advice of all-time that nobody should follow (in jest, of course). This episode features Laura Thweatt, Tommie Runz, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim.
Nov 17, 2023 · 56 min
NYC Marathon Thoughts, BAA Half, New Trials Start Time!
Laura Thweatt, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim get together to reflect on some of the major story lines from the women's field at the NYC Marathon, the BAA Half-Marathon (in-which Laura competed), and the new Olympic Marathon Trials start time.
Nov 14, 2023 · 1 hr 10 min
Nipples, Race Cheering/Runner Hype Trains, and "Casual +"
The team got together and immediately started vibing on some unconventional topics, including: Nipples Race cheering/runner hype trains Being "Casual +" as a runner Handling bad races without bringing down your family This episode features Lindsey Hein, Marcus Brown, Tommie Runz, and Peter Bromka.
Nov 8, 2023 · 1 hr
NYC Marathon Weekend, Ali Feller, and What Not to Say During a Marathon
The New York City Marathon weekend is now in the books and what a weekend it was! The largest marathon in the world didn't disappoint and Relay was there to witness it all. In this episode we breakdown the viewing experience of the weekend, what makes watching NYC so special, Ali Feller's amazing and inspiring live show, Tommie's race recap, what not to say to a marathoner during a race, and so much more. This episode features Tommie Runz, Kofuzi, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim
Nov 3, 2023 · 29 min
A Positive Mindset for Race Day with Sport Psychologist Emily Saul
We are excited to share this conversation with Sport Psychologist Emily Saul and runner and teacher Kara Ollick! In this episode Emily walks Kara and Relay contributor Lindsey Hein through some ways to stay calm and stay positive pre-race and during the race. Emily has a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology and has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Since 2014. she has been co-leading the free fitness movement November Project in Boston, where she motivates and challenges athletes of all abilities and walks of life, from those who “have never run before,” to those who are returning to fitness of some kind, to elite athletes of all kinds, all while harnessing the power of community. Emily was a Division I collegiate rower, coached Strength & Conditioning at Harvard for seven years, and is an avid marathon runner on road and trail. She has a deep desire to help athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who moves to find the potential inside them. You can learn more about Emily and what she does at https://www.esaulmovement.com
Oct 31, 2023 · 1 hr 6 min
People as Running Brands, NYC Storylines, and the Shakeout Run to Rule them All
After a pretty mellow running weekend the Relay team really let it fly with fun topics, NYC Marathon storylines, and loads of humorous tangents. Some of the major ones included comparing people to running show brands, the rise of shakeout runs, parenting hilarity, and much more. On the call today was Kofuzi, Tommie Runz, Lindsey Hein, Matt Chittim, and Peter Bromka.
Oct 27, 2023 · 1 hr
Behind the Running Influencer - Emily Heller
Emily Heller reviews running shoes on YouTube on her channel, Run Like Hell(er). In this episode, Kofuzi and Tommie_Runz talk to Emily about how she started her channel, her different approaches to YouTube vs Instagram, and being an LGTBQ runner. Follow Emily on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RunLikeHeller Follow Emily on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runlikeheller/
Oct 24, 2023 · 59 min
B.A.A Half-Marathon, Magnolia Road, NYC Marathon Strategies, & Titanic First Kisses
In this wide-ranging Group Chat episode our team bounces between the B.A.A Half-Marathon field and course (that includes our own Laura Thweatt), Magnolia Road anecdotes, NYC Marathon strategies, age-appropriate doctor appointments, Titanic first kisses, and whether-or-not Rose killed Jack. This episode features Laura, Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim.
Oct 20, 2023 · 1 hr 15 min
Dissecting the OTQ Process with Jeff Cunningham
In this episode we are joined by Jeff Cunningham to talk through the Olympic Trials Qualifying process during this cycle. Jeff is the head coach of the Bat City Track Club in Austin, Texas and coach's many other elite and sub-elite athletes who are pushing for the OTQ standard. Jeff dives into the high and lows that are ingrained in this process, what the 2:37 standard has done for his female athletes, his experience at the McKirdy Micro Marathon with eight of his athletes, the dedication needed to "go for it," his expectations for the final six weeks of the OTQ window, and much, much more. On the Relay side, the call was led by Peter Bromka (no stranger to the OTQ conversation) and Matt Chittim.