

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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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.

Feb 26, 2025 • 1h
32. The Morgan Pearson
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Morgan Pearson, a two-time Olympic silver medalist in team triathlon. We dive into his early career, exploring his transition from swimming to running, and ultimately, to triathlon. Morgan now resides in Lafayette, just outside Boulder, Colorado, and we’re eager to hear if Boulder really lives up to its reputation on social media.We also have some listener questions for Morgan: What does a typical week of training look like for him, and how does he prepare for a major race? Will he be competing in the Duathlon World Championship? Does he train in all aerobic zones across all three disciplines? What’s his favorite fast food? And, for aspiring triathletes, how should a runner get started with triathlon? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 54min
31. The Good Stuff
Our favorite Dane, Mads Taersboel, joins us for a conversation covering a wide range of topics. Andreas has just completed his first LT1 session, and it’s clear that running plays a key role in his overall well-being. We dive into the ongoing debate about Bryan Johnson’s obsession with VO2 max and discuss why his olive oil doesn’t deserve the hate it gets.Victor is gearing up for his major races, and we talk about how Mads is adjusting his training and managing the tapering process to avoid disrupting his homeostasis. We also explore the benefits of occasionally doing long training sessions, and what is the reason when Mads leaves the decision of one particularly long session each year in the hands of his girlfriend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 2025 • 51min
30. The Second Yada Yada
It’s been a while since we last caught up, and there’s been a lot of exciting progress. Andreas is on the verge of being able to run again, and Victor seems to be in the best shape of his life. As he approaches some crucial races, how has his training evolved? How are they adjusting his LT1 training, and what’s his approach to heat training during this block of preparation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 5, 2025 • 1h 41min
29. The Carolina Wikström
In episode 29 of Runners FM, we’re joined by Carolina Wikström. Carolina ran her first marathon in 2018, finishing in 3:11, and since then, she’s gone on to compete in two Olympic Games and win multiple Swedish championships. She’s overcome a fierce battle with anxiety, endured intense heat training, and is currently pushing her lactate threshold—all while navigating the challenges of pregnancy. Her career and progress are truly inspiring, so make sure to tune in and hear her incredible story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 18min
28. The Supplementation PT.2 with Dr.David Lipman
Back to back episode with Dr. David Lipman and this time we focus on: Protein, Magnesium, Electrolytes, Keltic salt, Mushrooms, L-Carnatine, Ozempic,Urolithin-A, Probiotics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 22, 2025 • 1h 8min
27. The Supplementation. Dr. David Lipman on Creatine, D-Vitamin, Ketones, Caffeine, Beta-alanine, Nitrate, Bicarbonate
Dr. David Lipman answers our questions about Creatine, D-Vitamin, Ketones, Caffeine, Beta-alanine, Nitrate, Bicarbonate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 27min
26. The update: Victor didn’t race in Valencia!?, Andreas has a new coach!, what is a 10 day week and are you doing your strides?
Victor shares the reasons behind his decision not to run the 10K in Valencia this past weekend. Moving forward, Andreas will be coached by Victor, and we dive into the details of the training plan Victor has created. Are you keeping up with your strides? If not, our tips on making them easier might help you get them done more efficiently. We also discuss the importance of the straight strata curve—could it be worth adjusting in favor of a 10-day training week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 8, 2025 • 2h 20min
25. The Best Quotes Of 2024. Guest David Alledal On Looking Where The Energy Is Going, Handling Your Ego And Not Logging Sessions.
David Alledal joins us in the studio for our milestone 25th episode. We’ve been eager to revisit some of the quotes that inspired us in 2024, and who better to invite than the man that shared, "Look where the energy is going." with us. Once a dedicated cyclist, David has since shifted his focus to exercise driven by compassion and more time spent with his family rather than on his performance. In this conversation, we dive into his transformative journey—discussing why his trip to India was 51% the best decision he ever made and 49% the worst experience of his life. We explore what happens when you start truly listening to yourself and realize that change is needed at a fundamental level. David also shares why he no longer logs his training sessions and why he started to look at himself self as a battery and explains the importance of embracing wall quotes for personal growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 1, 2025 • 1h 22min
24. The Reflection
In the final episode of the year, we reflect on the lessons 2024 has taught us. We discuss the risks of quitting mid-session, explore the best methods for strengthening your mental game, and share strategies for coping with pain. Andreas opens up about how Victor’s comment—“I need to have more fun”—struck a chord with him. We also dive into what Runners FM is truly about and outline the path forward to make that vision a reality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


