Marathon Training Academy

Marathon Training Academy


Latest Episodes

Interview with Traci Falbo - 242 Miles in 48 Hours
September 19, 2014

Traci Falbo recently set the World Indoor 48 hour record by running just over 242 miles at an event called Six Days Under the Dome. Traci is a pediatric physical therapist. She belongs to all 3 of the 50 states clubs and is a Marathon Maniac. She lives

Harnessing the Power of Habit in Your Marathon Training
September 06, 2014

In this episode we talk about the power of habit in your marathon training and life. How to use the power of habit formation to make running and exercise automatic.

Mental Toughness - Lisa Smith-Batchen on Completing a Badwater Quad
August 16, 2014

In this episode we interview Lisa Smith-Batchen who became the first woman to complete the Badwater Quad – which means running the Badwater Ultra-marathon back to back four times. This conversation is like a case study on mental toughness.

Q and A with Dean Karnazes
August 01, 2014

In this episode we welcome Dean Karnazes back to the show and pepper him with questions from the MTA community. And for this episode’s quick tip, we recommend a website for uploading your training progress from any gps device.

Race Recap: Portland’s Foot Traffic Flat + Angie Qualifies for the Boston Marathon
July 25, 2014

In this episode we recap the Foot Traffic Flat Marathon in Portland, Oregon. Plus, Angie talks about how she ran a Boston qualifying time and shares some tips to help you do the same.

Interview with Stephanie Howe -Western States 100 Mile Champion
July 15, 2014

In this episode we interview Stephanie Howe the female champion of the 2014 Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run. Listen to her discuss her journey to a 1st place finish, training and nutrition practices, running on trails, her inspiration, and more.

Getting Quality Sleep During Your Marathon Training
July 05, 2014

In this episode Angie explains why it is so important to get good quality sleep during your marathon training and shares some tips on how to improve your sleep. And for this episode’s quick tip, we tell you about three awesome race directory for findin

Marathon Success Story with Jeriod Turner
June 23, 2014

Angie and Trevor talk with Academy member Jeriod Turner who explains how he lost 50 pounds in the last six months and is using marathon training to transform his life. And for this episode’s quick tip, Angie answers a listener question about yoga and

Be Awesome! Interview with Desert Runner Samantha Gash
June 09, 2014

In this episode we talk with Samantha Gash an ultra marathoner from Australia who became the first female and youngest person to complete Racing the Planet’s Four Deserts Grand Slam in one calendar year. This race series included the following 250km u

Marathon Pacing
May 29, 2014

In this episode we talk about marathon pacing -the truth about setting times goals in your marathon. Plus, Angie recaps her Pennsylvania marathon; and for this episode’s quick tip, a new brand of GPS watches for runners and triathletes.