Marathon Training Academy

Marathon Training Academy


Latest Episodes

Interview with Vinnie Tortorich - How Your Good Intentions Have Been Stolen
August 28, 2013

In this episode we talk with Vinnie Tortorich, author of the book Fitness Confidential, about dietary and fitness myths and what really helps people lose weight.

Adventures in Running Downhill
August 13, 2013

Many people underestimate how running downhill can zap their muscle strength leading to things like cramping, heavy legs, sore feet, blisters, lost toenails and post-race soreness. At my last marathon, The Deseret News Classic Marathon in Salt Lake ...

Race Recap: The Missoula Marathon
July 21, 2013

In this episode we recap the Missoula Marathon in beautiful Missoula, Montana. Plus, Angie will tell you how to train for a race at altitude.

How to Avoid Bonking and Cramping During Your Marathon
July 02, 2013

In this episode talk about how to avoid bonking and cramping during your marathon – you will hear why bonking and cramping occur, how to prevent it from happening to you, plus, some action steps you can take if you do experience either bonking or crampi

Race Recap: The Hatfield-McCoy Marathon
June 18, 2013

In this episode we recap the Hatfield McCoy Marathon, plus, you will hear how to keep your body marathon ready at all times, and for this episode’s quick tip: a training technique that will make you feel faster when you run

How Running Improves Your Body Image
June 01, 2013

This episode is all about body image. I want to show you how the Western concept of beauty is influencing the world, suggest three ways to improve your body image, and show you how real people from the MTA community are using running to change the way th

Race Recap: The Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz
May 09, 2013

In this episode we recap the Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, plus we’ll tell you how to regain your fitness after a physical setback. And for this episode’s quick tip, the running skirt that gets Angie's top recommendation.

Boston Marathon Tribute
April 27, 2013

This is a special tribute to the 2013 Boston Marathon. In this episode we read emails from people within the MTA community who were at the Boston Marathon, and speak to our friend Angela Coloumbe who was volunteering near the finish line. Plus we will

Interview with ‘T-Rex Runner’ Danielle Hastings
April 15, 2013

In this episode we interview marathoner and blogger Danielle Hastings. She joins us to talk about her struggle with an eating disorder and her journey to run a marathon in all 50 states before age 30. And in this episode’s quick tip, Angie will tell y

Interview with World-Class Endurance Athlete Lisa Smith-Batchen
March 21, 2013

In this episode we talk with legendary ultra-marathoner Lisa Smith-Batchen who is training for a 600 mile endurance challenge. And in the quick tip segment, we recommend a website for finding all the top brands of vitamins, supplements, whole foods, and