Marathon Training Academy

Marathon Training Academy


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Future You Versus Present You; How to Make This a Great Running Year!
January 11, 2017

In this episode we talk about how to resist the impulses that will jeopardize your training for a marathon so that you can cross the finish line strong and happy. And, in the quick tip segment Angie shares the success habits she’s focusing on in the ne...

Year in Review -Biggest Running News from 2016
December 28, 2016

In this episode we take a look back at the biggest running news and stories from 2016 as well as some of the highlights from our year. In the quick tip segment we talk with a special guest about the importance of having a race on the calendar to keep m...

Marathon Success Story -How Henry Became a Running Machine!
December 10, 2016

In this episode we interview Academy member Henry Howard who has managed go from a frustrated and injured runner to improving his PR by 28 minutes, Qualifying for Boston, and running ultramarathons.

Interview with Dean Karnazes, The Road to Sparta
December 02, 2016

In this episode we talk with Dean Karnazes about the history of the Greek runner Pheidippides and the real origin story of the marathon. Plus, Dean shares what it’s like to run the 153 mile Spartathalon -which he calls the ‘World’s Greatest Footrace’ a...

[Part 2] Marathon Training Q and A Episode
November 20, 2016

In this episode we bring you part 2 of our marathon training Q and A. These are questions sent in by Academy members and topics include how to get faster, injury prevention, fueling, running post-menopause, and encouraging your children to be healthy.

Marathon Training Q and A Episode
November 06, 2016

In this Q and A episode we answer questions about what to do in the down season, transitioning to greater distances, finding time to run when your life is busy, motivation for cross-training, and proper pacing in the marathon.

Ed Whitlock -Sub 4 Hour Marathon at Age 85!
November 01, 2016

Interview with Canadian runner Ed Whitlock who at 85 years old ran a sub 4-hour marathon and set a World Record. And in this episode’s quick tip we answer a question about keeping your motivation for training going through the winter months.

PodcastFest! -Joint Episode with Marathon Talk U.K.
October 21, 2016

In this episode we chat with the guys from the Marathon Talk podcast. It’s a fun conversation about podcasting, dream guests, running journeys, UK and US marathons and more. In the quick tip segment Angie explains why many runners struggle with the tap...

Berlin Marathon Race Recap – ‘Laufen in Deutschland’
October 11, 2016

In this episode we recap the 2016 Berlin Marathon in Berlin, Germany which is one of the six World Major Marathons and one of the best race experiences we’ve had. And in the quick tip segment we answer a listener question about keeping your spirits up ...

Ultrarunner Ian Sharman – What to Tell Yourself When the Going Gets Tough
September 18, 2016

In this episode we speak with Ian Sharman the winner of the 2016 Leadville Trail 100 Ultramarathon. You will hear Ian describe what it’s like to run 100 miles and what to tell yourself when the going gets tough no matter what distance you are training ...