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Subscribers 819K

Videos 1.8K

Views 138.9M

Channels Like The Running Channel

The Running Channel provides content focused on running, covering how-tos, tips, performance strategies, and motivation for runners of all levels. The channel features tutorials, training insights, race-focused discussions, and long-form conversations, with recent videos ranging around 24–65K views and overall average around 43K views per video. Uploads appear to be frequent and long-form, with an average video length of about 26 minutes.

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We found 47 YouTube channels similar to The Running Channel

#1

Ben Parkes view on YouTube ▶

89% relevance

Subscribers 328K

Videos 538

Views 58.8M

Appearances 47

SERP 100%

Similarity 81%

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Both target distance runners with overlapping searches like distance running tips and half marathon training; The Running Channel and Ben Parkes share a strong content focus on training strategies (81% content match) aimed at endurance athletes.

#2

Global Triathlon Network

66% relevance

Subscribers 1.1M

Videos 3.8K

Views 236.6M

Appearances 29

SERP 40%

Similarity 83%

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High overlap in endurance running topics (distance running tips, half marathon training) and similar audience, but GN leans more toward triathlon-specific training and interventions (83% content match) while still appealing to runners.

#3

Marathon Handbook

58% relevance

Subscribers 43.2K

Videos 787

Views 19.2M

Appearances 9

SERP 16%

Similarity 87%

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Shared focus on marathon and half marathon training with emphasis on pacing and mental strategies; content similarity is high (87%), though Marathon Handbook is more written-guide oriented while Runners Channel is video-first.

#4

Run Smarter with Brodie Sharpe | Physio

58% relevance

Subscribers 38.5K

Videos 163

Views 4.1M

Appearances 12

SERP 21%

Similarity 83%

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Overlap on marathon mental strategies and pacing, but Run Smarter emphasizes physiotherapy and movement science (83% content match) while The Running Channel centers on running tips in video form.

#5

Lee Grantham

58% relevance

Subscribers 48.9K

Videos 1.7K

Views 18.7M

Appearances 17

SERP 18%

Similarity 84%

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Both produce pace-focused running guidance and sub-4 marathon aspirations; audiences align (84% content match) though Lee's channel may emphasize individualized plan coaching versus broader training content.

#6

The Run Experience

57% relevance

Subscribers 676K

Videos 1.3K

Views 85.0M

Appearances 15

SERP 20%

Similarity 82%

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Similar core topics: distance tips, pacing, and sub-4 marathon training; high audience overlap with strong content alignment (82%), differing mainly in branding and presentation style.

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Top competitors include Ben Parkes (89% match, 328K subscribers) and Global Triathlon Network (66% match, 1.1M subscribers). Both compete on overlapping queries such as distance running tips, half marathon training, and marathon mental strategies. Marathon Handbook (58% match, 33.6K subscribers) also overlaps on half marathon training and pacing strategies. The Running Channel differs in audience size, with far smaller subscriber counts than Global Triathlon Network and Ben Parkes, while sharing key topics and searches like low heart rate training and PB pacing. These channels collectively compete for viewers interested in running technique, training plans, and race-day optimization.

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#7	57%	Stephen Scullion - Olympic marathoner	81%	154K	21%	18
#8	55%	Steve Magness	80%	65.2K	16%	7
#9	54%	Nick Bester	85%	70.8K	6%	2
#10	53%	Floris Gierman ▶	84%	119K	7%	5
#11	53%	Ben Is Running	85%	154K	5%	3
#12	53%	Ultra Marathon Trail Running with Simon	80%	44K	11%	8
#13	53%	Peak Stride	84%	6.5K	5%	4
#14	52%	Jeremy Miller	81%	350K	9%	7
#15	52%	StrengthRunning	78%	110K	13%	11
#16	52%	Phily Bowden	80%	207K	10%	7
#17	52%	IBX Running ▶	78%	65.3K	13%	6
#18	52%	Nicklas Rossner ▶	81%	181K	8%	9
#19	52%	The FOD Runner	82%	38.8K	6%	3
#20	52%	JOG ON with Harry Morgan	82%	70.1K	6%	1
#21	52%	Coach Parry	78%	94K	11%	7
#22	51%	Matthew Choi	81%	309K	6%	3
#23	51%	Nick Bare	81%	1.5M	6%	6
#24	50%	Vo2maxProductions	78%	253K	8%	7
#25	50%	Running With Jane	79%	16.9K	7%	5
#26	50%	Phil Mosley - MyProCoach Endurance Training	80%	53.8K	4%	4
#27	50%	James Dunne	77%	311K	9%	4
#28	49%	Yowana	79%	48.9K	4%	3
#29	49%	Run Better with Ash	78%	156K	6%	3
#30	48%	Jordan Thomas	77%	8.3K	5%	1
#31	48%	Fergus Crawley	75%	133K	6%	4
#32	47%	Peter Attia MD	75%	1.0M	5%	3
#33	46%	[P]rehab	74%	444K	5%	4
#34	46%	Speed Secrets	72%	13.5K	8%	2
#35	46%	Nick Symmonds	74%	1.7M	5%	2
#36	45%	Huberman Lab Clips ▶	71%	1.4M	7%	4
#37	45%	The Movement System	71%	218K	7%	4
#38	45%	Maria Lucey-Dietitian & Nutrition Educator	71%	52.5K	6%	1
#39	45%	MovementbyDavid	72%	5.1M	5%	1
#40	45%	Tim Ferriss	70%	1.8M	6%	1
#41	44%	E3 Rehab ▶	67%	949K	10%	5
#42	44%	Jeff Nippard ▶	71%	8.2M	5%	2
#43	44%	Institute of Human Anatomy	69%	8.7M	5%	5
#44	43%	mobility by julia reppel ▶	68%	412K	4%	4
#45	42%	Barefoot Strength	68%	496K	5%	1
#46	41%	Clinical Physio ▶	65%	216K	5%	1
#47	40%	StudioBinder ▶	64%	2.2M	5%	1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which YouTube channels are most similar to The Running Channel?

Ben Parkes — 89% match, 328K subscribers; Global Triathlon Network — 66% match, 1.1M subscribers; Marathon Handbook — 58% match, 33.6K subscribers. These channels overlap with The Running Channel in focusing on running, training advice, and marathon-related content, appealing to runners and those seeking performance improvements.

What type of content does The Running Channel make?

The Running Channel creates running-focused content, including topics like marathons, VO2 max, pacing, and training challenges, as shown by video titles such as 'I Gave Tokyo Marathon Everything. Can I Run Sub 4?', 'Do You Have A Good VO2 Max For Your Age? (And How To Improve It)', and 'What's Easier: First Marathon or Fastest Marathon?'. The channel averages about 43K views per video and uploads frequently (exact weekly frequency not specified).

How do we determine which channels are similar to The Running Channel?

We analyze The Running Channel's recent videos, generate topic-relevant search queries, check YouTube search results, and compare the meaning of each channel's content to measure similarity. The result is a ranked list sorted by SERP overlap, semantic similarity, and search appearances.

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