Runners FM

By Victor Urquhart SmångsSports Health & Fitness Mental Health Fitness Running

Runners FM episodes

April 02, 2025 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.
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1 hr 19 min
March 26, 2025 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!
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1 hr 46 min
March 19, 2025 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.
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1 hr 30 min
March 12, 2025 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.
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1 hr 40 min
March 05, 2025 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!
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1 hr 56 min
February 26, 2025 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?
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1 hr 1 min
February 19, 2025 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.
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1 hr 54 min
February 12, 2025 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?
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52 min
February 05, 2025 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!
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1 hr 41 min
January 29, 2025 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

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1 hr 18 min

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