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The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast

The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast

Dan Nash and Owain Zerilli 106 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

This podcast is all about getting sport science research out into the public domain. We cover what we do and don't know regarding all topics related to endurance running performance and, more importantly, how can we use this information to make ourselves healthier and faster runners! Your hosts are Dr Dan Osborn-Nash, 2:12 marathon runner and sport physiologist for Welsh Athletics and Welsh Triathlon, and Owain Zerilli, MSc student exploring the effects of heat on EPO release and 2:38 marathon runner.

Episodes

The science of recovery (in 2026)
The science of recovery (in 2026) Oct 14, 2026 00:59:33 Dan & Owain talk through a popular recent meta analysis, looking into recovery strategies. The paper uses a network meta analysis - which we talk through - before getting into the evidence of recovery strategies for elite athletes, an important caveat. No spoilers on what does and doesn't work, but check out the paper here!The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast is proudly sponsored by
Lab-testing the shoe that broke two hours
Lab-testing the shoe that broke two hours Oct 7, 2026 01:08:03 Dan & Owain are back with another spreadsheet to talk through!This time, they've been in the lab putting some super shoes through their paces; including the new Adidas Evo Pro 3 - the shoe that took Sawe and Kejelcha to sub-2 marathons!They talk through shoe testing protocols, the results, and how to go about applying the data!The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast is proudly sponsored by
From Lab to Start Line: Building a 2:09 Marathon Blueprint
From Lab to Start Line: Building a 2:09 Marathon Blueprint Sep 30, 2026 01:17:21 In February 2026, I ran 2:11:49 at the Seville Marathon. Now, 22 weeks out from Seville 2027, I'm going after a lifetime ambition: breaking 2:10 for the first time.The starting point isn't ideal. A new addition to the family meant a light summer of training, so before writing a single session, we went to the Sport Physiology Hub at Cardiff Met to find out exactly where my physiology stands
REDS & Running Social Media - with Sian Secc
REDS & Running Social Media - with Sian Secc Sep 23, 2026 01:01:25 Dan & Owain are joined by Sian Seccombe (Sian Secc on socials) to talk about body weight, REDS and social media, especially nutrition social media! A third instalment in the series of episodes about body weight and its relationship with running performance, Sian talks us through the consequences of an energy imbalance, along with tips on spotting and treating this!Sian (instagram)REDs Flags (i
Understanding body composition - with Dr James Fleming
Understanding body composition - with Dr James Fleming Sep 16, 2026 01:12:11 Following the recent episode about body weight, Dan & Owain interview Dr James Fleming about body composition and the work of an applied practitioner in the nutrition space.James is a lecturer at St Mary's University, with experience in nutrition and body composition. He's also hosting an Adolescent Athlete Conference in June 2027. Drop him an email if you're interested in attending (james.fle
A deep dive into New Zealand blackcurrants & the heat
A deep dive into New Zealand blackcurrants & the heat Sep 9, 2026 00:54:13 Dan & Owain take a deep dive into New Zealand blackcurrants and anthocyanins, specifically looking at their possible benefit in the heat. They also critically discuss applying research in the supplement space, and the evidence that exists for blackcurrants and other supplements on the market.Blackcurrants Meta AnalysisNZBCs and heat shock proteinsNZBCs and the Marathon des SablesThe Physiology
Your guide to getting lab testing
Your guide to getting lab testing Sep 2, 2026 01:17:00 In the last few years, lab testing has exploded as an industry - expanding beyond a few universities offering tests in their laboratory. Unfortunately not all tests are equal, and having seen more bad tests, Dan & Owain talk through what you should be looking for from a lab test.Send us in your tests and we might do an episode talking through some of the bad ones soon!The Physiology of Enduran
Summer Q&A
Summer Q&A Aug 26, 2026 01:09:51 Dan & Owain answer more of your questions! Peptides, thresholds, best running experiences and female research all feature heavily in our summer Q&A!The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR, producers of the world's best running apparel. ⁠⁠⁠Check out our giveaway here!⁠⁠⁠Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠this link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcur
Patreon highlights!
Patreon highlights! Aug 19, 2026 01:34:02 In case you missed it, Dan & his wife Jemima welcomed Betsi into the world last week - and we've taken a week off of recording. This week's episode is a compilation of some of the best content on our patreon from the last 8 months; paper breakdowns, training talk (road to Valencia continued), interviews, road to London, and more behind the scenes content.Hope you enjoy - and we'll
The future of sport science?
The future of sport science? Aug 12, 2026 01:05:01 Dan & Owain get their prediction hats on, and discuss where they think the future of sport science is heading. Along with some fun suggestions, they discuss training, nutrition & technology, and what they think might be different (or stay the same) in 5 years time.What do you think we might be doing in 2031?The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR, producers
Weight & Performance: Finding the Balance
Weight & Performance: Finding the Balance Aug 5, 2026 00:58:20 Dan & Owain dive into a taboo area of endurance sports, one that has returned as a discussion point following Josh Kerr's mile world record - weight. Tackling the subject through the lens of a fantastic case study by Trent Stellingwerff, they discuss the importance of weight and body composition, and share some thoughts about when you might want to think about this yourself. Thanks for the sup
Lactate Gels: A Fad or the Future?
Lactate Gels: A Fad or the Future? Jul 29, 2026 01:00:23 The endurance sport world is buzzing with discussion about lactate gels. From powering Yomif Kejelcha to a 1:59 marathon (maybe), and Tadej Pogacar to another Tour de France victory, lots of people are talking about these gels - so Dan & Owain talk through what we know... so far! Lots more to come with this topic!The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR, produce

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