The Running Rules Podcast

In this episode, host Alan Ladd marks his one-year anniversary of a Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis during Diabetes Awareness Month, sharing personal insights and strategies for managing the condition.

This episode segment introduces a recap of the Seeley Cup 10k race, discussing the host's experience and the importance of having races on the calendar for motivation.

The host recaps his experience running the Rome Marathon with his brothers, discussing race performance, plans for an upcoming marathon, and insights on training and strategy.

This episode segment introduces Dawn Blain, who achieved a 12-minute personal best at the Tokyo marathon with a time of 3:08, and discusses her recent running accomplishments and recovery.

This episode discusses five mental pitfalls to avoid during marathon training, such as dealing with bad sessions and comparison syndrome, to help runners maintain confidence and achieve their goals.

This episode features Emily Bond discussing her journey from leg surgery recovery to tackling every UK Ironman race in one season, including her background as an endurance athlete and PhD researcher.

The host introduces the podcast's third anniversary, thanks listeners, and announces a free webinar while discussing running improvement topics.

The host and his brothers discuss their training for the Rome Marathon while balancing busy lives with families and jobs.

The host challenges the idea that runners are past their prime after a certain age, encouraging listeners to continue improving in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.

This episode discusses simple everyday fueling strategies for runners to improve performance and avoid overwhelm, focusing on nutrition beyond just marathon training.

This episode segment introduces a podcast focused on creating an effective marathon fueling plan, specifically covering during-run strategies for training and race day.

This episode discusses strategies for building confidence for big races through mindset, training, and smaller races, with a focus on practical steps and personal experiences.

The host thanks listeners for their support in 2025, discusses the holiday season's impact on running and training, and briefly mentions a previous episode with Nick Weston.

The host introduces the podcast and discusses five tweaks to his marathon training schedule for upcoming races in 2026.

This episode discusses why a marathon is more than twice as hard as a half marathon, offering tips for spring marathon training, including dealing with cold weather and using treadmills.

Host Alan Ladd introduces guest Nick Weston, a 2:33 marathoner and coach, to discuss topics like improving as a masters runner, chronic underfueling, and the importance of consistency in running.

This episode reviews highlights from 2025, previews plans and tips for 2026 to help runners improve, and announces the host's participation in the NI Running Show.

This episode segment introduces an interview with event director Oonagh Cattigan about the upcoming NI Running Show in Belfast, her marathon running, and advocacy for running's mental health benefits.

Host Alan Ladd discusses the fundamentals of recovery for runners, drawing from his experiences after marathons in Belfast and New York.

In this episode, host Alan Ladd discusses running gear, shoes, and nutrition products that have aided his training and marathons, while also covering Black Friday deals and Christmas shopping tips for runners, including a discount code for supplements.

Host Alan Ladd interviews runner Rob Sillitoe about his marathon training and co-hosting the Couch to Coach podcast.

Host Alan Ladd recaps his experience running the New York Marathon, sharing training, race strategy, and lessons learned.

Host Alan Ladd discusses his preparation for the New York Marathon and offers advice on marathon recovery and planning next steps.

Host Alan Ladd discusses recent marathon controversies and how race entry and management are evolving.

Host Alan Ladd discusses his own marathon training, tapering, and managing uncertainty three weeks out from the New York Marathon.

Host Alan Ladd introduces a Q&A episode answering listener questions about running training, nutrition, and mindset.

This episode provides advice on race fueling strategies for marathon and half-marathon runners preparing for spring races.

Host Alan Ladd reflects on 2024 running lessons and previews 2025, offering tips on training, nutrition, and mindset for runners of all levels.

This episode is a rerun of a webinar on how to run your next marathon faster by avoiding common mistakes in training, nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle.

Host Alan Ladd interviews triathlon coach Neil McCready about how triathlon training can improve running performance.