At 26 years old, Nathaniel was diagnosed with cancer.

While sitting in a hospital room, a friend made him promise something unexpected run a marathon after he recovered.

He hated running.

Today, he’s known as “Cheezy” a smiling marathoner chasing big dreams and using his story to inspire runners and young cancer survivors that you are not defined by your diagnosis.

Chapters
00:00 Cancer at 26
04:04 The Marathon Promise in the Hospital
12:07 The First Marathon: Vancouver & The Cutoff Panic
15:45 Crossing the Finish Line
19:25 Cancer Changed My Perspective
22:03 Why He Keeps Running
23:24 Running Around the World
27:16 Indy Marathon: Full Circle & A Tough Day
34:39 A Diffrent Approach: Hiring a Coach
40:32 The Big Dream: Boston & BQ
43:39 Inspiring Others

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Bianca was once an elite athlete whose entire identity was built around performance.

When figure skating ended and running stopped being fun, she walked away from racing for nearly five years.

In this conversation, we talk about losing the joy of running, rebuilding a healthier relationship with the sport, separating performance from identity, and what it really takes to come back stronger mentally and physically.

Chapters
00:00 Meeting Bianca in Seattle
06:01 When Running Stopped Being Fun
16:39 Separating the Sport from the Disorder
20:25 Loosening the Grip on Goals
35:43 Training With Intention
41:04 Running on Vibes
49:15 You Can Do Anything Not All at Once
55:33 Why are You Running Today ?

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Bianca references the “identity house” concept from author Brad Stulberg (via the Rich Roll Podcast)

Felicia Pasadyn, an accomplished runner with a background in competitive swimming. Felicia shares her journey from swimming to running, discussing the valuable lessons learned from her swimming career, her inspirations, and her commitment to endurance sports. She reflects on the mental and physical aspects of training, the importance of goal-setting, and her eventual return to running after a successful swimming career.

Felicia Pasadyn doesn’t train like most elite runners and that’s exactly why her story is interesting.

In this episode we talk about her Olympic Trials qualifying performance at the New York City Marathon, recovering from injury while preparing for Boston, and the unconventional approach she uses: lower run mileage, heavy cross training, strength work, and long term thinking instead of short term PR chasing.

🎙 The People Run Podcast The runs behind the runners.

Chapters

00:00 How She's Training Right Now
03:56 Entering The Pro Field
08:04 Why She Doesn't Train Like Other Runners
11:49 Balancing Elite Running & Becoming a Doctor
20:59 Training Outside Zone 2
23:40 The New York Marathon Experience
26:26 When She Realized She Qualified
31:43 Sharing Life and Training on Social Media
38:06 Her Boston Marathon Mindset

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This rebuild didn’t happen in one race it happened over years.

In this episode, Max Sauers breaks down how he rebuilt his body to run 2:32 after injuries, setbacks, and hard lessons from multiple marathons along the way, including Chicago and most recently Buckeye.

This isn’t about chasing a perfect race. It’s about identifying weaknesses, committing to strength, increasing mileage the right way, and letting consistency do the work. We cover what actually changed, why it wasn’t nutrition at first, how fueling had to evolve with volume, and what it takes to stay sharp across distances.

We also get into what Instagram doesn’t show, the role of the Rebuild Running Team, and advice for runners focused on long term, sustainable progress.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Max Sauers

04:15 Where everything changed

08:15 Addressing injuries & weaknesses

12:29 Why it wasn’t nutrition, it was strength

19:33 From 1700 miles to 2500 miles a year

33:38 Fueling had to grow with the mileage

40:46 Staying sharp at every distance

44:08 What Instagram doesn't show

49:34 Rebuild Running Team

52:22 Advice for Runners

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In this episode of The People Run Podcast, I sit down with Maurice Lowman, a runner known for his consistency, positivity, and deep commitment to the running community.

Maurice has completed 44 marathons, including seven Boston Marathons, and often races in a suit to give back and raise awareness for causes he believes in. We talk about marathon longevity, training through setbacks, strength work, and the role community plays in long-term consistency.

Maurice also shares how running became a steady anchor during a major life reset not as a shortcut or fix, but as something that gave structure, accountability, and purpose over time. This conversation is a reminder that running isn’t just about finish times it’s about showing up, staying grounded, and continuing to move forward.

Chapters
00:00 The Journey Begins: From Sobriety to Marathons
03:27 The Boston Marathon: A Dream Realized
06:43 Running in a Suit: A Unique Challenge
09:27 The Power of Gratitude in Running
12:43 Exploring the Ultra Community
15:30 Training and Strength: Balancing Running and Lifting
32:02 The Journey of Strength Training and Injury Prevention
35:13 Facing Challenges: The Chicago Marathon Experience
39:01 The Importance of Community and Support
43:00 Giving Back: The Role of Charity in Running
46:55 Finding Purpose Beyond Running
57:37 Taking Small Steps Towards Change

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Patryk Odedina didn’t grow up loving running he came from basketball, where running usually meant punishment. But after starting in 2019, everything changed.

In this episode, we talk about why the New York City Marathon might be the perfect first marathon, even though it’s one of the hardest. Patryk shares what keeps bringing him back year after year, how crowd energy can completely change a race, and why comparing marathon times across courses misses the point.

We also get into racing smarter after a marathon, using lower mileage to unlock PRs, experimenting with nutrition without overtracking, and how NYC run clubs shape one of the strongest running cultures in the world.

From Tokyo to Jersey City to five races in ten days, this conversation is about learning the sport through experience and letting running fit into your life, not take it over.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the People Run Podcast
03:23 Patrick's Running Journey
06:25 Transition from Basketball to Running
09:20 Experiences with Marathons and Major Races
12:22 Cultural Insights from Running in Japan
15:13 Future Plans and Upcoming Races
22:35 The Best Marathon Experience
27:29 Personal Bests and Race Experiences
31:09 Training Philosophy and Race Strategy
37:46 Nutrition and Performance Insights
51:47 Exploring the Science of Running Nutrition
54:17 The Unique Experience of Project 13.1
57:15 The Culture of NYC Running Clubs
01:01:18 Balancing Life and Running in NYC
01:06:05 The Journey of a Content Creator in Running
01:16:54 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Collaborations

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Don joins The People Run Podcast and shares his journey through running, discipline, community, the training principles that helped him break plateaus and build purpose. From 5K breakthroughs to creating Heart on Fire, this episode dives into mindset, consistency, strength work, and the power of showing up.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the People Run Podcast
04:05 Don's Running Journey and Goals
07:00 Training Techniques and Speed Work
10:01 Strength Training and Cross-Training Strategies
12:52 The Importance of Core and Stability Training
15:58 Weekly Training Schedule and Recovery
18:38 Community Engagement and Heart of Fire
20:08 Thoughts and Future Aspirations
23:58 Training Regimen Breakdown
25:47 The Importance of Consistency in Fitness
26:58 Freddie's Transformation Journey
29:59 The Evolution of Personal Training
34:25 Hard on Fire: The Birth of a Fitness Community
37:23 Boot Camp Experience: What to Expect
41:12 Favorite Workouts and Training Philosophy
44:39 Nutrition and Fueling for Performance
46:40 Nourishing Choices: A Look at Diet and Nutrition
49:22 Balancing Alcohol and Fitness: A Personal Journey
55:30 Content Creation: Merging Passion with Purpose
57:22 The Marathon Mindset: Training, Family, and Balance
01:04:18 Future Aspirations: Building a Community Through Running

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