On Coaching with Magness & Marcus

Steve Magness

Coaches Steve Magness and Jon Marcus team up to bring you an insider’s view on coaching. Taking you inside the thoughts and conversations that usually occur behind the scenes. They bring a diverse background having both worked with athletes at the collegiate and professional level. They hope to bring a mixture of science, old-fashioned wisdom, and a touch of philosophy to help understand the process of coaching and maximizing endurance performance. For more information visit www.ScienceOfRunning.com

#45 in the Top 100 running All time chart

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242: Two Feet in Reality: Tips on How to Support High Performance

On Coaching with Magness & Marcus

05/13/24 • 50 min

How do you support high performance? In this episode we discuss creating the culture and environment that allows people to thrive. Steve & Jon Check out the Scholar Program The Scholar Program is our one-stop-shop for all things coaches education. It has 20+ courses plus an online interaction system with 500+ other coaches! And we’ve...

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239: The Science of Overuse injuries and rehabilitation for distance runners.

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04/08/24 • 57 min

It’s time to talk about injuries, those dreaded things that pop up that derail a season. How do we prevent them, bounce back from them, and much more. Steve & Jon Check out the Scholar Program The Scholar Program is our one-stop-shop for all things coaches education. It has 20+ courses plus an online interaction...

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257: Workouts are only 40% of the equation. A podcast about the other 60%

On Coaching with Magness & Marcus

11/17/24 • 55 min

In this episode of the On Coaching podcast, Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus discuss the importance of a holistic approach to training. They argue that workouts constitute only 40% of the equation for peak performance, emphasizing that stability in life, sleep, nutrition, and stress management play crucial roles. The hosts share personal experiences and examples...

Episode 94: Is Peaking a Myth?

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05/28/19 • 73 min

Peaking! Do we drop the volume and intensity a bit and hope that our performance skyrockets? Or do we perform an exacting sequence of workouts designed to get you ready for race day? There are a lot of misconceptions on what exactly peaking entails. At its most basic level, it’s simply about putting the athlete...

262: Do drills work? The case for and against

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01/06/25 • 59 min

The Nuance of Drills: Do They Really Work? In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus delve into the controversial topic of whether drills are effective in enhancing running mechanics and athletic performance. They discuss the history, purpose, and context of various drills, offering insights into how they can...

254: Hard workouts: When, Where, How and Why?

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09/23/24 • 53 min

In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus dive deep into the intricacies of designing and implementing hard workouts for distance runners. They discuss the multi-dimensional aspects of ‘hard’ workouts, including physiological, psychological, and neurological demands. Learn how elite coaches use context, individual characteristics, and pattern recognition to tailor workouts...

263: The Workouts Come Second: Teaching Comes First

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01/13/25 • 61 min

The Importance of Teaching in Coaching In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus emphasize the significance of teaching in coaching, arguing that workouts should come second to effectively educating and connecting with athletes. They explore the ways in which a pedagogical approach, akin to old-school coaching legends, fosters...

258: Longer Long Run or Faster Long Run!

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11/25/24 • 59 min

The Great Long Run Debate: Length vs. Speed In this episode of the On Coaching Podcast, hosts Steve Magness and Jonathan Marcus dive into the classic debate on long runs: should athletes focus on longer durations or faster paces? They explore the history and benefits of long runs, referencing training methods from legendary coaches like...

Episode 43: What’s it take to be a competitor?

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10/28/16 • -1 min

“He’s a competitor!” We’ve all had athletes that exemplified the act of competing. They show up on race day, run their guts out, rise to the occasion when it’s asked of them, and put their teammates on their back, instead of only being concerned with themselves. What makes up this ability? Is it innate? Research...

245: Developing Aerobic Power: A scientific approach to improving specific endurance

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06/17/24 • 61 min

What is aerobic power? How do you develop it? What are the workout progressions to optimize it? We go deep into the science to understand aerobic metabolism. Steve & Jon Check out the Scholar Program The Scholar Program is our one-stop-shop for all things coaches education. It has 20+ courses plus an online interaction system...

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How many episodes does On Coaching with Magness & Marcus have?

On Coaching with Magness & Marcus currently has 266 episodes available.

What topics does On Coaching with Magness & Marcus cover?

The podcast is about Running, Podcasts and Sports.

What is the most popular episode on On Coaching with Magness & Marcus?

The episode title '239: The Science of Overuse injuries and rehabilitation for distance runners.' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on On Coaching with Magness & Marcus?

The average episode length on On Coaching with Magness & Marcus is 62 minutes.

How often are episodes of On Coaching with Magness & Marcus released?

Episodes of On Coaching with Magness & Marcus are typically released every 10 days, 6 hours.

When was the first episode of On Coaching with Magness & Marcus?

The first episode of On Coaching with Magness & Marcus was released on Sep 17, 2010.

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