Marathon Training Academy

Marathon Training Academy


Latest Episodes

“Let the Race Come to You” -Interview with JJ Stark-Modlin
October 01, 2023

In this episode we speak with Academy member JJ Stark-Modlin. Once upon a time she hated running and was even advised that, because of her injuries, shed never be able to run a full marathon. She has

Don’t Fear Change, Master It!
September 22, 2023

In this episode we speak with Brad Stulberg -performance coach and author of new book Master of Change: How to Excel When Everything is Changing Including You.

Nutrition for Runners Q&A
September 10, 2023

In this episode were helping runners troubleshoot pre-run and intra-run fueling, bonking; nutrition for peri-menopause and menopause; how to add more protein to your diet, including vegan protein sou

Running Marathons for Fun, Who Does That?
August 28, 2023

Running doesnt have to suck! In this episode we explore the relationship between fitness and play. Learn about the psychology of movement play and seven ways to have fun while training for a marath

The Race That Changed Running
August 16, 2023

In this episode we speak with Doug Mayer -journalist and author of the book The Race That Changed Running, The Inside Story of UTMB. Plus well tell you about a running retreat in the Alps we are ho

Interview with Martinus Evans -Slow AF Run Club
August 02, 2023

In this episode we speak with Martinus Evans author of the book, Slow AF Run Club. Hear how Martinus got into running while weighing over 300 pounds and how he overcame the challenges faced by slower

Desert Stage Race in Mongolia with Coach Steven
July 22, 2023

In this episode we speak with Steven Waldon -a coach on our team who just returned from a 155 mile run across the Gobi Desert in Mongolia! The Gobi March is a 7-day, 250 km / 155 mile footrace in C

Marathon Success Story with Marty Gardner
July 10, 2023

In this episode we speak with Marty Gardner -an Academy member who went from a self-described overweight depressed man who lacked self confidence, to a Marathon Maniac and ultra runner! In May he comp

Running Shoe Q and A
June 27, 2023

In this episode we feature questions sent in by listeners about carbon plated shoes, minimalism, shoe rotation, inserts, wear patterns, shoe size selection, pronation, GPS watches and more! We are joi

Choose Strong: Interview with Sally McRae
June 10, 2023

In this episode we speak with Sally McRae -a professional mountain runner, mother of two, and author of the book Choose Strong -The Choice That Changes Everything.