

Runners FM
Victor Urquhart Smångs & Frej Ersa Engberg
A podcast focusing on anything and everything to do with running. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to be more entertained on your journey towards becoming a better runner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 14, 2025 • 52min
42. The latest news
Andreas has been busy with work, and his inability to run lately has started to take a toll on him. Running a podcast is no small task, and recently he's been feeling the strain. He believes it's time to make some changes to keep the show moving forward in a fresh and engaging direction.Meanwhile, Victor shares an update on his recent running experiences, offering a global running report from his adventures at the Bålsta Stadslopp, the London Marathon, and the Copenhagen Marathon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 2025 • 59min
41. The Archibald Casteel
In the 41st episode, we’re thrilled to be joined by Archibald Casteel. With a marathon PB of 2:10:06, Archie has established himself as a distinguished and highly respected marathon runner. But he’s far from your conventional athlete. We talk about skipping lactate testing, staying relaxed before races, and his overall ‘go with the flow’ approach to training and competition. We also break down a typical training week for Archie, and he shares some great insights into key marathon sessions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 2025 • 52min
40. The Third Yada Yada
In this episode we talk about Victor becoming a millionaire, dreams of Australia, 10K tapering session, Warm-up Routines, Andreas lack of running and the “King of Moab” documentary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 2025 • 1h 43min
39. The Nerdy Special With Victor & Mads
This week we have a slightly different podcast format! Andreas is in Slovenia doing a photoshoot so Victor got the honour of hosting the podcast by himself! 😱 To keep the quality of the conversation high he brought in his favourite Dane and coach, Mads Taersboel, to join the fun.They ran a Q&A covering several training topics including; short hill sprints, heat training, Norwegian Threshold training, HRV measurement, nutrition and much more. Tune in for an extremely nerdy episode full of running knowledge! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 46min
38. The Fungi-Era
We’re joined today by Fabian Omne, who takes us on a fascinating journey into the world of mushrooms. After experiencing a several concussions while skiing, Fabian spent three months in a dark room, searching for a way to heal. That’s when he discovered Lion's mane, which played a key role in his recovery. This experience sparked a deep passion for mushrooms, leading him to create what may be the best mushroom extracts on the market. In this conversation, we dive into the benefits of four powerful mushrooms—Cordyceps, Lion's Mane, Reishi, and Turkey Tail. We explore their health benefits and how they can enhance both your training performance and everyday life. Tune in to learn how these mushrooms can support your physical and mental well-being.https://fungiera.com/https://svamphuset.com/?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAql6bL6fzwPpYCmjBDUpb3C9iW8Hx&gclid=CjwKCAjwktO_BhBrEiwAV70jXrYL_OZtJl26IEx1MaqRMQmNWStrBz_7NkBghmSuycE5063CWoOCihoC8p8QAvD_BwE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 19min
37. The Cocktail
How can we learn to accept when things aren't going our way? In this episode, we explore insights from Buddhism and psychedelics, reflect on our takeaways from the previous discussion on fueling and the calories-in vs. calories-out debate, and dive into how exactly it all works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 46min
36. The Big Energy and Fueling Special with Robert Gorgos
Robert Gorgos, Co-Founder of MNSTRY NUTRITION, joins us on the show to dive deep into all things related to energy and performance! We pick his brain on fueling tips for race day, the optimal glucose-to-fructose ratios, drink mix vs. gels. Can you consume sugar during your LT1 sessions and still train your metabolism effectively? Plus, we discuss the incredible challenge of running across America—are you burning more calories or adapting to the stress? Tune in for expert insights on how to fuel your body for peak performance! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 2025 • 1h 30min
35. The Mix: Leverkusen 10k report, Fuelling during Marathon Training, Stress levels and Lactate knowledge
n episode 35, we discuss Victor's 10K race in Leverkusen and how he's preparing for his upcoming race, which could qualify him for the European Championships. Andreas shares his experience with a significant change in his stress levels, highlighting just how much stress can impact performance. We also dive into how to fuel properly during training sessions, especially as marathon-specific workouts start to fill your schedule. Additionally, we cover how to set up your own lactate protocol and the best ways to interpret your data when you begin training with a lactate meter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 40min
34. The VB. World's craziest marathon preperation! Learn how to love the pain!? Going from XC-skiing to elite running. Marathon training on treadmills
In the 34th episode of Runners FM, we’re joined by Viktor Brännmark. Now coached by Victor Smångs, Viktor shares his journey from elite cross-country skier to focusing fully on running. Andreas and Viktor go way back, and we dive into their memories from their time at the cross-country skiing gymnasium, where Viktor's love for pushing through the pain was remarkable. We also explore what it's been like for Viktor to transition from professional skiing to competitive running. Plus, Viktor opens up about the wild story behind his preparation for the 2023 Stockholm Marathon – a marathon training experience like no other. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 55min
33. The Running Personalities + Aussie Music Quiz
This week, we’re joined by Victor’s wife, Sheona, who’s here to help us uncover what kind of runner personality you are! Sheona dives into her unique system that categorizes runners into A, B, C... and maybe even D!Plus, we’re ending this episode with a first-ever Aussie twist: an Australian music quiz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


