Join hosts Ashley Kayhart and Kamile Randall as they share their everyday stories, hot tips and motivations for lacing up even when you feel like you're running on empty. Whether you're training for your first 5K or your latest marathon, this podcast will help you find the drive to keep going, one run at a time!
The days are shorter and the nights are colder. This week we’re talking about autumn running: how to stay safe in the dark, what to wear as the temperature drops, and how to keep showing up when the sofa seems so warm and cozy.
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Artwork by Kristijonas Marcinkevičius
23 Oct 2026
8 - Back to basics
This week, we're getting back to basics. From choosing the right running shoes to setting realistic goals, we're covering everything you need to know to become the best runner you can be. Plus, what's a fartlek, anyway?!
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Artwork by Kristijonas Marcinkevičius
9 Oct 2026
7 - Strength training for runners
We pushed this episode back so we could share our Race Day Debrief episode, but that doesn’t mean that this topic isn’t important. So it’s time to hit the gym! We’re talking about the importance of strength training for runners, gym intimidation, and what we actually do when we workout.
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Artwork by Kristijonas Marcinkevičius
25 Sept 2026
6 - Vilnius Half Marathon & 5K debrief
Race day unlocked! This episode is all about race day at the Swedbank Vilnius Half Marathon & 5K. We're breaking down how we prepped in the run-up to race day, how the races went and if we hit our PBs, and of course, the ongoing controversy of chip time vs. Strava time.
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Artwork by Kristijonas Marcinkevičius
11 Sept 2026
5 - How we stay motivated to run
This week we are talking about how to stay motivated as a runner, and guess what? It’s usually not actually about motivation! We chat about how discipline isn’t just about pushing through, it’s also about listening to your body and finding your why. If you’ve ever struggled to get out on a run, this is the episode for you.
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28 Aug 2026
4 - Should I run a marathon?
This week’s episode is a little long, but we just had so much to say about running our first marathons! We share it all, from carb loading to pacing to crossing the finish line. We hope to inspire you to sign up for your first, or next, marathon!
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14 Aug 2026
3 - 10 Surprise gains from running
This episode we're chatting about the surprise gains we've gotten just by consistently going out for a run! We also talk about Kamile's recent lactate test and how our training is going overall.
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31 Jul 2026
2 - Yes, you're a runner! Breaking through imposter syndrome
Yay! Our audio issue got fixed! This week we talk about running challenges like imposter syndrome, the fear of being judged as a runner, and the difficulties of starting a run club. We also talk about training, nutrition, and the impact of imposter syndrome on running confidence.
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24 Jul 2026
Summer running and our first episode!
Kamile and Ashley discuss running shoes, the challenges of running in hot weather and trying new gels during half marathon training. They cover a range of topics related to heat running, including the physiological impact of heat, coping strategies, hydration, 'Jeffing' as a running method, sunscreen, and building endurance and confidence.
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20 Jul 2026
Intro Episode! Meet Kamile and Ashley
Running on Empty hosts, Ashley and Kamile, introduce the podcast and discuss the inspiration behind it. They share the story of Rachel Entrekin's Cocodona 250 ultra marathon win and talk about their personal running journeys. They also discuss the challenges of starting a podcast and the importance of kindness to oneself in running.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Inspiration Behind the Podcast
01:19 Rachel Entrekin's Cocodona 250 Ultra Marathon Win
04:33 Physiological Differences in Ultra Running
06:01 Women's Pain Tolerance and Recovery
12:00 Kamile's Running Journey
15:12 Ashley's Running Journey
18:16 Starting a Podcast and Building a Community
20:43 Running Challenges and Kindness to Oneself
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