Marathon Training Academy
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How to Run a Marathon in "Three Easy Steps"
Marathon Training Academy
07/24/20 • 55 min
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The Science of Running -Interview with Dr. Chris Napier
Marathon Training Academy
04/17/20 • 53 min
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You Can Do Hard Things 💪
Marathon Training Academy
07/16/20 • 36 min
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Live with Meb Keflezighi, Emily Sisson, Emma Bates, and Tommie Runz at the UCAN Athlete Panel
Marathon Training Academy
05/02/22 • 70 min
In this bonus episode we bring you the recording from a live event Angie co-moderated at the Boston Marathon.
Hosted by our friends at UCAN, you will hear tips and stories from these inspirational runners:
- Meb Keflezighi -winner of both the Boston and NYC Marathons, Silver Medalist at the 2004 Olympics.
- Emily Sisson -pro runner who competed in the 10k distance at the 2020 Olympics.
- Emma Bates -pro runner who won the Women's Marathon Championships in 2018 and finished 2nd at the Chicago Marathon 2021.
- Tommie Runz -fellow podcaster from Detroit who found running after sobriety, 2:48 marathoner.
Moderators: Angie Spencer (RN, Running Coach, over 60 marathons and ultras) and Carrie Tollefson (Broadcaster and Olympic middle distance runner)
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Race Recap: The Boston Marathon 2022
Marathon Training Academy
04/27/22 • 60 min
In this podcast episode we bring you one of our “world famous” race recaps as Angie describes the 2022 Boston Marathon.
-Hear about the amazing stories that came out of this year’s marathon.
-Soundbites from the MTA meet up
-Plus two coaches join us to share tips on running a Boston qualifying (BQ) time.
Race Recap: The Boston Marathon 2022
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For the first time in three years the Boston Marathon returned to its traditional Patriot’s Day date. There were runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries who finished the 26.2-mile route.
Participation
According to reports from the BAA 25,314 runners crossed the start line in Hopkinton and there was a finish rate of 98.4%. Just over 16,000 ran Boston for the first time and 207 of those runners have done at least the last 20 Bostons in a row. The race has 9,500 volunteers who help make everything work so smoothly.
The most significant celebration this year was marking the 50th Anniversary of Title 9. 1972 was the first year where women were officially allowed to run the marathon (although they’d been doing it unofficially for many years). That first official women’s field consisted of eight runners. One of those women ran the marathon this year!
- 50 years after placing sixth at the 1972 Boston Marathon, Valerie Rogosheske (age 75) finished in a time of 6:38:57 sporting bib no. 1972. She says that back in 1972 the eight women runners had an understanding that “nobody quits, nobody even walks.” She came back the next two years to run the marathon achieving a PB of 3:09:28. This year was her first full marathon in 45 years.
My 3rd Boston Marathon
For the race this year they allowed a more generous qualifying window so I was able to use one of my BQ’s for the 2021 race and another (Hartford Marathon 2019) for the marathon this year.
I did a very gradual buildup due to my hamstring rehab. Instead of doing a long run every week I did one every other week. For example I’d do 14 miles, then 8-10 miles, then 15 miles, 10 miles, etc.
I also avoided running hills for every long run to put less pressure on my hamstring and I didn’t do specific speed work (other than a few short intervals). I continued going to PT every week getting Graston and ART treatments and faithfully did my stretching and strength training.
My taper was a bit rough with kids being sick, my neck freezing up, and then getting sick myself 10 days before the race.
Pre-Race Meet Ups
It was very exciting to interview Meb Keflezighi, Emily Sisson, Emma Bates, and Tommy Runz in front of a live audience with fellow podcaster Carrie Tollefson. The athletes we had on stage gave very thoughtful answers and it was fun to learn from their experiences.
The next day we had a fun informal meet up with clients, members, and listeners to the MTA Podcast.
Race Day
I like to go into every race with layered goals. My A goal was to finish sub-3:30, my B goal was to BQ (sub-3:40) and my C goal was to run strong and get the best out of myself.
The Boston course always has a ton of inspirational and funny signs from spectators. This year there was a giant Will Smith head that runners were encouraged to slap.
I ran past Shalane Flannigan who was the support person for Adrianne Haslet (who lost her leg in the 2013 bombing). Haslet said in an interview, “I just am super, super grateful. It’s never lost on me that I almost lost my life.”
Haslet wasn’t a runner but was spectating in 2013 and wondered why anyone would want to run a marathon. After the second bomb went off, “I was on the ground and I saw my foot was gone immediately.” After recovering she made it her goal to complete the marathon but faced many challenges along the way. In 2019 she suffered an arm injury from being hit by a car. In 2020 the race was cancelled and in 2021 she had an ankle injury.
Another amazing runner I saw on the course was Jacky H...
High Performance Eating (for Runners)
Marathon Training Academy
01/18/23 • 53 min
In this podcast episode we discuss high performance eating with metabolic expert Angelo Poli. In this deep-dive interview you will learn about:
- High performance foods for runners
- Cooking in bulk macros for greater efficiency
- The wisdom of having reliable routines
- Meal timing
- Nutrient combining
- Pre and post workout fueling considerations
- The 3 categories of carbohydrates (Angelo’s thoughts on low-carb diets)
- What happened when Trevor ate peanuts before a race
- And why we let our kids talk us into buying an air fryer
We like talking to Angelo at the beginning of a new year and this might be our best interview with him yet. Enjoy!
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Angelo Poli is a personal trainer, metabolism expert, and co-founder of MetPro. He’s worked with over 20,000 people helping them reach their body composition goals and dial in their nutrition.
Listener Q&A (feat. Running Rogue)
Marathon Training Academy
09/20/22 • 61 min
In this podcast episode we are joined by fellow podcaster Chris McClung from Running Rogue to answer questions sent in from audience members.
Questions include: How late in life can you PR?; VO2 Max; How maintenance plans work; Training for back to back marathons; When to do Yasso 800s; Thoughts on processed fuels; and How much strength-training to do during the taper. Enjoy!
Listener Q&A (feat. Running Rogue)
This episode is a “podcaster hangout” between MTA and Running Rogue. Chris McClung has hosted the Running Rogue podcast since 2016. He is on the leadership team of Rogue Running in Austin, Texas. He’s been running for 18 years and is a father of 3.
Thanks to everyone who sent in a question!
Links
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PATH Projects -Trevor’s favorite running shorts. Use our link for a 10% discount.
The Richmond Marathon -in Richmond, Virginia, on Saturday, November 12th, 2022.
Boston Marathon Roundup 2023
Marathon Training Academy
04/26/23 • 48 min
In this podcast episode we break down the news from the 2023 Boston Marathon plus three coaches from our team join us to share tips on running a Boston qualifying time.
Sponsor Links
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The Revel Big Cottonwood Marathon and Half in Salt Lake City, Utah. September 9th. Email us for $15 off coupon code!
Oladance Open Earbuds -They have 360° Superior Sound but never enter the ear, so there is no ear fatigue. Use the promo code MTA20 to save 20%.
Long Run Coffee -Coffee for runners infused with essential electrolytes. New customers get free shipping!
Special guests for this episode include three MTA Coaches who ran Boston this year. They said the crowds seemed extra fired up!
- Coach Antonio finished in 3:20:25 (new PR) at the age of 59.
- Coach Kristyn is a 2:58 Marathoner and a 1:16 Half Marathoner and has qualified as a sub elite runner for multiple races.
- Coach Steve is a 2:53 marathoner with 50+ marathon and ultra finishes and a 3:30 pacer at the NYC Marathon.
Coach Kris at the famous Citgo sign
Success Story with Jamie Tizzard: How Running Can Change Your Life
Marathon Training Academy
05/14/22 • 41 min
In this podcast episode we speak with Jamie Tizzard -a mother of two from southern California who has been completing our virtual run challenges.
In 2020 she found herself scrolling through Facebook and responded to an ad for the 100 Mile Challenge.
It was the push she needed to get off the couch, become a runner, drop 75 pounds, and start running in-person races.
Jamie now runs 6 miles 5 times per week and has improved her running pace from a 15 minute mile to a 9:30 minute mile. She finished the Orange County Half Marathon in 2:05:07!
How Running Can Change Your Life
Jamie posted this in the SDR Facebook group,
“My weight loss journey started with seeing a post for the 100 mile challenge. I started at 230 a year and a half ago today I’m at 155 . Thank you for all the running motivation!” -Jamie T.
Links:
The Boulderthon -in Boulder Colorado (October 9th, 2022). Register now and get $20 off the full or half marathon with code MTA20!
Athletic Greens-our top recommend daily supplement. Get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.
The 100 Mile Challenge -Corona Lisa, this is the challenge that inspired Jamie to start running.
The 300 Mile Challenge inspired by The Scream
The 500 Mile Challenge inspired by Van Gogh
The 700 Mile Challenge -inspired by Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans
The 1000 Mile Challenge -inspired by Michelangelo
The 1500 Mile Challenge -inspired by Frida Kahlo
The 2000 Mile Challenge -inspired by the Great Wave Off Kanagawa
Interview with Lauren Fleshman
Marathon Training Academy
03/25/23 • 52 min
In this podcast episode we speak with Lauren Fleshman -one of the most decorated American distance runners of all time and author of the book, ‘Good for a Girl -A Woman Running in a Man’s World’.
In the quick tip segment we answer the question: can runners benefit from using infrared saunas?
Links Mentioned in this Episode
Lauren’s memoir Good for a Girl
Joint Health PLUS® by Previnex -our top recommended joint supplement for runners. Save 15% with code MTA
Sidekick -muscle scraping tools keep your muscles healthy by improving blood flow, helping you treat your running injury faster so you can get back to doing what you love. Use promo code ‘MTA’ to save 15% off your order.
Oladance Open Earbuds -They have 360° Superior Sound but never enter the ear, so there is no ear fatigue. Use the promo code MTA20 to save 20%.
UCAN -get a free sample pack of 6 Edge Gels! Just pay the shipping.
Lauren Fleshman is one of the most decorated American distance runners of all time, having won five NCAA championships at Stanford and two national championships as a professional. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times and Runner’s World. She is the brand strategy advisor for Oiselle, a fitness apparel company for women, the co-founder of Picky Bars, a natural food company, and is the coach of Littlewing Athletics in Bend, OR. She is the author or Good for a Girl—A Woman running in a Man’s World. She lives in Oregon with her family.
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How many episodes does Marathon Training Academy have?
Marathon Training Academy currently has 248 episodes available.
What topics does Marathon Training Academy cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Running, Fitness, Podcasts and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on Marathon Training Academy?
The episode title 'How to Run a Marathon in "Three Easy Steps"' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Marathon Training Academy?
The average episode length on Marathon Training Academy is 53 minutes.
How often are episodes of Marathon Training Academy released?
Episodes of Marathon Training Academy are typically released every 9 days, 21 hours.
When was the first episode of Marathon Training Academy?
The first episode of Marathon Training Academy was released on Apr 21, 2019.
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