Kinda Fast Podcast
Kinda Fast Podcast
Podcast Description
Kinda Fast. Kinda Not. Either way—we’re always either running or talking about it.Welcome to The Kinda Fast Podcast, where two everyday runners break down training tips, running and walking news, race stories, and the joys (and struggles) of staying active.Powered by Upward Running, this podcast is for runners of all paces—whether you’re chasing PRs, coming back after a break, hitting your first 5K, or just getting your steps in. If you want to feel encouraged, and maybe even laugh a little along the way, you’re in the right place. If you're moving forward, you belong here.Join us at www.upwardrunning.com/kindafast
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Content Themes
The podcast dives into a variety of themes surrounding running, with specific episodes addressing topics such as common race distances, managing injury setbacks, the importance of nutrition during runs, and mental strategies for overcoming challenges. Examples include a discussion on the realities of starting over in running and embracing empathetic perspectives within the fitness community.
Kinda Fast. Kinda Not. Either way—we’re always either running or talking about it.
Whether you’re a beginner runner training for your very first 5K or a fun seasoned runner who’s been around the block, this podcast is for you. We share tips, encouragement, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Join us at www.upwardrunning.com/kindafast
What do the Berlin Marathon, $500 racing shoes, 30,000 burpee broad jumps, and tendon strength have in common? Somehow, they all made it into this week’s Kinda Fast.
Claire and Travis kick things off with What Does That Even Mean?, breaking down eccentric vs. concentric muscle contractions and why both matter for runners.
Then, it’s time for running news. Tigst Assefa runs an incredible 2:11:04 at the Berlin Marathon, setting a new course record before suffering an Achilles injury in the final kilometers. Plus, Adidas unveils the new Adizero Adios Pro 5 with a completely different carbon design—but all six men’s and women’s podium finishers in Berlin chose to race in the $500 Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 instead.
And because running a normal marathon apparently wasn’t difficult enough, German HYROX athlete Kevin Ociepka covered the entire 26.2-mile marathon distance using burpee broad jumps—about 30,000 of them over more than six and a half days.
Finally, in this week’s Deep Dive, Claire and Travis are talking tendons. Why do they matter so much for runners? Why can they take longer to adapt than your muscles and cardiovascular system? And how can you help prepare them for the demands of running?
They break down five exercises runners can incorporate into their strength training: calf raises, deadlifts, Bulgarian split squats, speed skaters, and pogo hops.
It’s running news, ridiculously expensive shoes, 30,000 burpees, and a little strength training—all in Episode 67 of Kinda Fast.
Kinda Fast is powered by Upward Running, a Christian running app with training plans, coaching, daily encouragement, and an incredible community to help you grow in both your faith and fitness.
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