Marathon Training Academy

Marathon Training Academy


Latest Episodes

Interview with Deena Kastor -Let Your Mind Run
June 11, 2018

In this episode we speak with Deena Kastor, three time olympian, author, and American Women’s record holder in the marathon. And in the quick tip segment, we recommend some post-run recovery sandals that feel like walking on clouds.

How to Avoid Overtraining as a Long Distance Runner
May 30, 2018

In this episode we speak with Dr. Ben Shatto about overtraining -which is a leading cause of injury and burnout in long distance runners. And in this episode’s quick tip, Angie answers a listener question about how Boston qualifying times work.

Race Recap: The Pittsburgh Marathon
May 22, 2018

In this episode we recap the Pittsburgh Marathon in beautiful Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. And in the quick tip segment Angie answers the question, “Does everyone suffer horribly during the final miles of a marathon?”

Interview with Laura Vanderkam, Time Management Expert
May 10, 2018

In this episode we speak with time management expert and runner Laura Vanderkam about how you actually have more time in your week than you might realize, which is great news for busy runners! And in the quick tip segment,

Race Recap: Rhode Races Newport Marathon + What I’ve Learned from 10 Years of Running Marathons
April 30, 2018

In this episode Angie recaps her most recent marathon in Newport, Rhode Island. Plus we look at the 2018 London Marathon, and in the quick tip segment Angie shares 3 lessons from 10 years of running marathons.

Boston Marathon 2018, Staying Tough in Brutal Conditions!
April 22, 2018

In this episode we take a look at the 2018 Boston Marathon where the horrendous weather will go down in history. Plus, we’ll tell you how to stay strong during tough marathon conditions.

Interview with Amelia Boone, The Barkley Marathons
April 12, 2018

In this episode we speak with world-class obstacle racer Amelia Boone who competed in this year’s infamous Barkley Marathons, “The race that eats its young”! And in this episode’s quick tip, Angie answers a listener question about foot numbness while r...

The Science of Endurance -Interview with Alex Hutchinson
April 01, 2018

In this episode we bring you a fascinating interview with Alex Hutchinson, author of the new book ‘Endure – Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance’.

Heroes of the Marathon [Part 2]
March 22, 2018

In this episode we bring you part 2 of our heroes of the marathon series -stories of people who set records, defied conventional wisdom, and and helped shaped our sport into what it is today. And in the quick tip segment,

Heroes of the Marathon [Part 1]
March 15, 2018

In this episode we share the stories of people who helped shape the sport of long distance running into what it is today. These marathon heroes set new records, defied conventional wisdom, and blazed a trail for others.