New Year, Same Runner Brain

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Peter Bromka, and Matt Chittim.Episode Rundown:- New Year energy and resolutions (reset vs “I don’t do resolutions,” plus the “January 5 is the real new year” take)- Houston Half Marathon hype (why it’s a perfect champs-style race, women’s and men’s fields, weather/wind talk)- World Cross Country in Florida (manufactured course chaos: hills, sand, logs, and what “real” XC should be)- College football sidebar (Oregon vs Indiana rivalry energy and what’s at stake)- Running culture debates (chip time vs watch time, content brain vs clock truth, and the “I just win, Google me” award vibe)Media Recommended:Books:- Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid- Sweat Look Substack by Lee GlandorfPodcasts- Road to the Trials (new episode with Ben Rosario)- Singletrack Podcast – episode with Finn Melanson and Jeff Pelletier- I’ll Have Another – episode with Rory Linkletter- The Rambling Runner PodcastTV / Media- Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Behind the Scenes) on Disney+- Gazelle Elite YouTube videos (Detroit-based team, Trials-focused content)Support our sponsor:Check out Noogs Nutrition for sour energy chews that actually taste good and work. Vegan, gluten-free, made with natural colors and flavors. Use code RELAY15 for 15% off at noogsnutrition.com.

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein and Peter Bromka.Episode Rundown:Fueling and nutrition habits for training and racingTRE and CIM experiences and travel storiesThe nonstop marathon calendar and upcoming racesNotable performances and moments from the pro sceneInjuries, surgery decisions, and long-term relationship with runningSupport our sponsor:Check out Noogs Nutrition for sour energy chews that actually taste good and work. Vegan, gluten-free, made with natural colors and flavors. Use code RELAY15 for 15% off at noogsnutrition.com.

Today on group chat, we have Matt Chittim, Peter Bromka, and Kofuzi.Episode Rundown:Valencia Marathon recapCIM results and Olympic Trials qualifiersTRE (The Running Event) takeawaysBU indoor 5K performancesNXN and U.S. cross country weekendWestern States and HardRock lotteriesInternational racing travel challengesShoe industry trends and TRE brand updatesMarathon Project previewEarly OTQ surge and what it means for 2024–2025

Lindsey Hein, Matt Chittim, and Peter Bromka sit down for a California International Marathon (CIM) preview as CIM hosts the USATF Marathon Championships. They break down the top storylines on the men’s and women’s sides, talk about who might contend for the win, who is chasing OTQs, and what to expect from the Road to the Trials live shows at the expo.They also share some CIM history, favorite athlete storylines, and why this year’s field is so deep from front to back.

This week on group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Kofuzi, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown:Thanksgiving as the biggest running day and different takes on turkey trotsKofuzi’s Valencia Marathon taper and using a turkey trot as a workoutNCAA cross country championships, NC State’s women, and big individual performancesWhat makes great team culture in college programs and how that shows up on race dayMeta smart glasses, running tech, and whether POV glasses actually work for contentBehind the scenes of TRE, brand events, and how influencers cover running gear

Today on group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Kofuzi, and Peter Bromka.Topics Discussed:Kofuzi’s Valencia build and recent high-mileage weeksSummer marathon training struggles and preferring winter/spring racesEgo, round-number mileage, and listening to an aging bodyRedefining success when PRs may be behind youFamily cost of marathon training and needing the race to “be worth it”Running in public, pressure not to let people down, and inspiring other 40+ runnersLessons from pros like Annie Frisbie and Makenna Myler about not giving up and staying curious

Today on the group chat, we have Lindsey Hein, Kofuzi, and Erika Kemp talking about their weekends in running!-Indy Monumental weekend recap and Lindsey's sold-out after-party-Kofuzi’s first true XC 8K with creek crossings in the snow-Erika’s B.A.A. Half takeaways and “thread the needle” race plan-Why the B.A.A. Half feels harder than Boston and who showed up-Indy’s “why is everyone puking?” finish-line phenomenon-OTQ vibes, course records, and why Indy is becoming a PR magnet-Swag talk: flannel race shirt > race tee, plus the scrubs era

Today, on group chat Erika Kemp, Kofuzi, Matt Chittim, Lindsey Hein, and Peter Bromka are giving you the full recap of the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon!

On this week's group chat, we have Erika Kemp, Lindsey Hein, and Peter Bromka. Episode Rundown:-NYC Marathon week plans (travel, Halloween, where to cheer)'-Course talk: Fifth Ave vs Queensboro + Boston comparisons-Elite preview: American women & major debuts-Men’s field + who to watch-Tommie Runz's Javelina 100 chaos-Ruth Chepng'etich ruling + doping conversation-WR context + how it affects fan trust-Helen vs Sharon rivalry-Book recommendations + XC talk-Personal suspension stories + wrap-upMedia referenced:-Books: High School Runner; The Running Ground (Nick Thompson); We Love to Run (Stephanie Reents)-Podcast: Coffee Club episode w/ Joe Klecker-Race Coverage: TCS New York City Marathon broadcast-Creators/mentions: Kofuzi, Fast Women

Today on group chat, we have Tommie Runz, Peter Bromka, and Erika Kemp.Episode Rundown:Tommie’s leap from The Speed Project (LA → Vegas) to saying yes to Javelina 100—and how trail culture replaced marathon pressure.Tommie's loop plan, pacing, heat management, and staying “locked in.”Crew strategy and gear: the “sundress” shirt, hydration vest, and two-person crew dream team.Fuel and gut check: PB&J on wheat (yes, really), gels, and vegan-friendly options.Detroit Free Press Marathon recap (bridge and underwater mile).The #CongratulateAMarathoner movement—why showing up matters.