Running News: Marathon Results Roundup, Grand Slam Track Debut, NCAA Paying Athletes Directly and More
05/14/25 • 79 min
We’re covering the top news stories in running on today’s show, including a roundup of headlines including:
- Top American performances at the Boston Marathon
- Women’s course records at both the London Marathon and Boston Marathon
- Alex Yee runs the fastest marathon by a pro triathlete
- Tokyo Marathon running out of water cups
- What happened at the first Grand Slam Track Meets
- Faith Kipyegon to attempt breaking the 4-minute barrier in the mile
- And more...
We love the Spring racing season and if you missed some of the big races, this is your chance to hear the highlights all together in one podcast.
Grand Slam Track Schedule: https://www.grandslamtrack.com/events
Breaking 4 Project: https://about.nike.com/en/newsroom/releases/breaking4-faith-kipyegon-vs-the-four-minute-mile
McKirdy Micro Races: https://mckirdytrained.com/mckirdy-micro-races/
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This week’s show brought to you by:
MAS Iron
Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races.
Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance.
The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize.
In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed.
But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance.
By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market.
In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%.
Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron. Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase.
MetPro
Using Metabolic Profiling, MetPro’s team of experts analyzes your metabolism and provides an individualized approach to obtaining your goals.
Your MetPro coach then works with you to consistently make adjustments based on your metabolic data as well as how your plan fits your lifestyle.
MetPro’s coaches are not only educated experts in their field, but they’re empathetic that people have demanding schedules and often stressful lives. They will work one-on-one with you to identify the best nutrition and fitness strategy that is going to work for your personal goals and lifestyle needs.
Get a complimentary Metabolic Profiling assessment and a 30-minute consultation with a MetPro expert at metpro.co/rttt
We’re covering the top news stories in running on today’s show, including a roundup of headlines including:
- Top American performances at the Boston Marathon
- Women’s course records at both the London Marathon and Boston Marathon
- Alex Yee runs the fastest marathon by a pro triathlete
- Tokyo Marathon running out of water cups
- What happened at the first Grand Slam Track Meets
- Faith Kipyegon to attempt breaking the 4-minute barrier in the mile
- And more...
We love the Spring racing season and if you missed some of the big races, this is your chance to hear the highlights all together in one podcast.
Grand Slam Track Schedule: https://www.grandslamtrack.com/events
Breaking 4 Project: https://about.nike.com/en/newsroom/releases/breaking4-faith-kipyegon-vs-the-four-minute-mile
McKirdy Micro Races: https://mckirdytrained.com/mckirdy-micro-races/
Connect, Comment, Community
- Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram
- Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month!
- Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community
- RunnersConnect Facebook page
- GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT!
This week’s show brought to you by:
MAS Iron
Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races.
Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance.
The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize.
In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed.
But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance.
By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market.
In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%.
Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron. Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase.
MetPro
Using Metabolic Profiling, MetPro’s team of experts analyzes your metabolism and provides an individualized approach to obtaining your goals.
Your MetPro coach then works with you to consistently make adjustments based on your metabolic data as well as how your plan fits your lifestyle.
MetPro’s coaches are not only educated experts in their field, but they’re empathetic that people have demanding schedules and often stressful lives. They will work one-on-one with you to identify the best nutrition and fitness strategy that is going to work for your personal goals and lifestyle needs.
Get a complimentary Metabolic Profiling assessment and a 30-minute consultation with a MetPro expert at metpro.co/rttt
Previous Episode
Gear Up for Spring: Picking New Running Gear for the Warmer Weather Ahead
Springtime is here and the new season is a perfect time to update your running wardrobe.
We’re joined by Lynn Bourque, owner of the Runners Shop specialty store in Toronto, Canada with advice on finding gear that will keep you excited to run including:
- What to do with your worn out or winter gear
- When it might be time to replace your old running shoes
- What are the latest running trends in shoes and apparel
- What materials to look for in running gear for warmer weather
- What style trends are popular among runners in 2025
- Recommendations for accessories to add to your Spring running lineup
Support your local running store and our podcast today as we help you gear up for Spring.
The Runners Shop Website: www.therunnersshop.com
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This week’s show brought to you by:
Qualia Senolytic
As a masters runner, I am always on the lookout to prevent (or at least slow down) many of the common performance declines that happen with age.
Qualia Senolytic is designed to selectively target and eliminate damaged or dysfunctional cells in the body, which are called senescent cells.
By removing these cells, senolytics aim to rejuvenate tissues, reduce inflammation, and reverse some aspects of aging.
Early research has shown senolytics can...
- Lead to a reduction in systemic inflammation
- Improve vascular function by reducing senescent cell burden in the arteries.
- Enhance muscle regeneration while also increasing exercise capacity and decreasing recovery time
- Lead to significant improvements in joint health
Ready to resist aging at the cellular level? Try Qualia Senolytic and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% off any purchase.
Pique
We’ve done quite a few podcast episodes on the performance benefits of caffeine.
But, if you’re like many runners I know, pre-run coffee often leaves you with jitters or stomach issues.
That’s why I was so excited when I found Nandaka by Pique—the ultimate coffee alternative designed to power your runs, your training, and your recovery.
So, what makes Nandaka different?
Most so-called “coffee alternatives” don’t actually provide functional energy. But Nandaka is built for endurance
Unlike coffee, which spikes your energy and leaves you crashing mid-run, Nandaka fuels you with steady, sustained endurance—no spikes, no crashes, just clean energy that lasts.
Nandaka provides its caffeine from fermented probiotic teas, which provide a slow-release caffeine that prevents jitters and gives you sustained release for those long runs workouts.
It also contains cordyceps mushrooms, which help boost VO2 max, delivering more oxygen to your muscles for better endurance
Plus, the probiotic teas mean no digestive distress like you often get with coffee.
If you’re tired of running on fumes—or worse, running on coffee crashes—it’s time to make the switch.
Right now, Pique is offering 20% off for life AND a free Starter Kit with your first purchase.
Go to Piquelife.com/run and start running on real energy today.
Your legs, your lungs, and your PRs will thank you
Next Episode
How to Run with your Slower (or Much Faster) Friends
Running in groups adds a social element to training but it can be tricky finding a pace that works for everyone involved.
Today’s show is all about getting the most out of training in groups and we’ll speak about:
- How to use training groups to help push harder in workouts or make them feel easier
- What types of runs are better suited to running in groups
- How to keep yourself from going too quick when training with fast runners
- How to adapt workouts to runners with different running goals and fitness levels
- Examples of workouts to try with your friends or running club
Training in groups can provide the extra motivation you need to crush your next workout. All it takes is a little creativity if your friends are much faster or slower than you.
Connect, Comment, Community
- Follow RunnersConnect on Instagram
- Join the Elite Treatment where you get first dibs on everything RTTT each month!
- Runners Connect Winner's Circle Facebook Community
- RunnersConnect Facebook page
- GET EXPERT COACHING AT RUNNERSCONNECT!
This week’s show brought to you by:
Qualia Senolytic
As a masters runner, I am always on the lookout to prevent (or at least slow down) many of the common performance declines that happen with age.
Qualia Senolytic is designed to selectively target and eliminate damaged or dysfunctional cells in the body, which are called senescent cells.
By removing these cells, senolytics aim to rejuvenate tissues, reduce inflammation, and reverse some aspects of aging.
Early research has shown senolytics can...
- Lead to a reduction in systemic inflammation
- Improve vascular function by reducing senescent cell burden in the arteries.
- Enhance muscle regeneration while also increasing exercise capacity and decreasing recovery time
- Lead to significant improvements in joint health
Ready to resist aging at the cellular level? Try Qualia Senolytic and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% off any purchase.
FAST INSOLES: Finally, Truly Custom Insoles Designed for Runners Without a Fancy Lab
If you’ve ever considered custom insoles to help with injuries or pain in your feet, but don’t have access to a running podiatrist or gait lab, then you’re going to want to check out these custom insoles from RUNFAST.
- Their app uses your iphone’s hidden lidar camera to make a perfect 3d scan of your feet. The scan takes 2 minutes and is super easy to use.
- Once the app has this perfect 3D scan of your feet and arches, they will begin fabrication of your custom insoles and deliver them right to your door.
- Even better, the insoles are built specifically for runners, so they’re lightweight, flexible, and made from super-shoe materials.
Not only do you get the support to your arches and reduction to stress on the ball of your foot and heel, but the super-shoe material means they provide an amazing bounce to your stride.
To check out this amazing technology for yourself, head to runfast.co and use the code RC75 to get $75 off plus free shipping.
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