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The BQ Moonshot is a show dedicated to building, gathering, and sharing inspiration for marathon training and running. Join us as we share in-depth training ideas and tips, stories, and all things running-related while we document a runner’s build-up to a “moon shot” BQ attempt. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

BQ Moonshot


    • Apr 14, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 24 EPISODES


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    They're Off to Boston!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 57:44


    We're talking about Boston! Jacob, Lydia, and Paul discuss how Paul's feeling, leading up to Boston. Our friends, Karen and Ryan, join the show to talk about their training leading up to Boston, race plans, and more. Listen in for great conversation and some laughs along the way! Huge Thanks to our Sponsor: Zooma Women's Race Series Visit their website to learn more about their incredible mission and destination races. Maybe we'll see you at one in the future! Use code PRS2023 for 20% off when you sign up for a race! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - ⁠⁠@boardjd⁠⁠ Paul - ⁠⁠@prsjax⁠⁠ Lydia - ⁠⁠@runner4fsu⁠ Strava: ⁠⁠Jacob⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Paul⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Lydia⁠⁠ Twitter: Jacob - ⁠⁠@boardjd⁠⁠ Paul - ⁠⁠@prsjax⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    Paul Is Going to Boston!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 50:33


    We're back! A lot has happened since the last episode - Catch up with Jacob, Paul, and Lydia as they discuss everything happening in their running lives! HUGE THANKS to our sponsor, ZOOMA Women's Race Series. Check out some of the exciting races coming by clicking here: ⁠http://www.zoomarun.com/⁠ Use code PRS2023 for 20% off your next race entry! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - ⁠@boardjd⁠ Paul - ⁠@prsjax⁠ Lydia - ⁠@runner4fsu Strava: ⁠Jacob⁠ ⁠Paul⁠ ⁠Lydia⁠ Twitter: Jacob - ⁠@boardjd⁠ Paul - ⁠@prsjax⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    Trust the Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 55:25


    Paul, Jacob, and Lydia are joined by good friend, Kristin Woyak! Kristin has recently had a ton of success racing the 5k and 1/2 marathon, so we pick her brain about why and how! The group also gives an update on their running lives and ... injuries! HUGE THANKS to our sponsor, ZOOMA Women's Race Series. Check out some of the exciting races coming by clicking here: http://www.zoomarun.com/ Use code PRS2023 for 20% off your next race entry! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    You Gotta Go With the Flow! (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 41:30


    Paul and Lydia give a recap of their racing experience. Jacob and Lydia fight about cold symptoms. Tune in! Plans change -- and you gotta go with the flow!! Paul, Jacob, and Lydia discuss what's going on in their running lives - a lot can change in two weeks - tune in to find out the exciting things going on: who's running a marathon and who is not! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    You Gotta Go With the Flow!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 41:54


    Plans change -- and you gotta go with the flow!! Paul, Jacob, and Lydia discuss what's going on in their running lives - a lot can change in two weeks - tune in to find out the exciting things going on: who's running a marathon and who is not! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    Hard Work Makes You Elite

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 49:27


    Jacob, Lydia, and Paul discuss how training is going and then are joined by special guest, Jude Green! Jude discussed running with us in Season 1, Episode 11 and just had an incredible first marathon at the Ameris Bank Marathon in Jacksonville, FL (which DID have gatorade!) Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    Continuing the Grind

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 51:02


    Paul, Jacob, and Lydia discuss the ups and downs of training, and how to continue grinding when the going gets tough. Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    The Band is Back Together!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 55:00


    We're back! Listen in as Jacob, Lydia, and Paul talk about what's up with their running and plans for the future. The group then talks about some of their biggest "failures" and what they learned from them. We're excited for Season Two of the show - come along for the ride! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/runningmoonshotpodcast/support

    Episode 16 - Live to Run Another Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 53:00


    How did the marathon go? Listen and find out! Paul, Jacob, and Lydia unpack the day - the highs, lows, and everything in between. The group also discusses what's next for the podcast! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 15 - It's Go Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 48:55


    3 days until the marathon! Paul, Lydia, and Jacob discuss final race plans and preparations for the big day on September 10, 2022! Listen to hear advice, mantras, hopes, fears, and more! We referenced these podcasts in this episode: Run Free Podcast: How to be confident, how to get through miles 18-23 of a marathon, and how to visualize. Run Free Podcast: A pre-race pep talk Run Free Podcast: Keys to enduring pain in training and racing Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 14 - The Final Countdown!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 52:52


    Join Paul, Lydia, and Jacob as they discuss the final weeks leading up to the marathon! They discuss racing strategy, Yassos (marathon prediction workout), and more. Then, they are joined by Kati Lou from Episode 3 to finally get a race recap of her amazing marathon! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 13 - Consistency is Key

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 51:05


    This week we talk to our good friend, Anthony Duran, who recently BQ'd during his FIRST marathon attempt in Washington. Listen to hear his great perspective on running, how important it is to listen to your body, and to be consistent! You can find Anthony on Instagram at @anthonyduran904 or @sanmarcostrong Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 12 - "You Just Need to Believe in Yourself" with USA Marathon Champ, Kim Pawelek Brantly

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 78:07


    Paul and Lydia are on their own! They talk about training for Lydia, Paul, and Jacob and then welcome the incredible Kim Pawelek Brantly to the podcast! Kim talks about her running career, motivation, and upcoming plans for an ultra trail race. Chaos ensues! You do not want to miss the entire episode! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 11 - Time For A Reset!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 40:16


    Meet our friend, Jude! Jude Green joins the group and discusses her journey and introduction to running, why she's enjoying it, and her future goals. Then, Paul, Jacob, and Lydia discuss what's been going on with Jacob's running in Wisconsin, coping with difficult life circumstances, and the world championships in Oregon! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 10 - "Keep Showing Up" with 2x 10k Olympian Todd Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 60:13


    Listen in on Paul, Jacob, and Lydia's conversation with two-time Olympian Todd Williams! Todd has an incredible story, work ethic, and an amazing career - anyone and everyone can learn something from him! Check out his stats from World Athletics here. Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 9 - "It's not magic. It's not luck. It's work." with 2x Olympic Trials Qualifier Kelsey Pontious

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 59:31


    In this episode, the group does a quick check in on Jacob's running in Wisconsin, and then they chat with two-time Olympic Trials Qualifier Kesley Pontious! Kelsey is a dietitian, mainly working with athletes, and is based in Jacksonville, FL. She started running in 2013 and has consistently put in work and achieved incredible results since then! You can find her on Instagram @sportsdietitiankelsey or her Facebook Community: Endurance Sports Nutrition. Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 8 - But What If It Goes Right?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 54:22


    The group takes a deep dive into Jacob's training and into Lydia's marathon PR race at the Louisiana Marathon! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 7 - Run Fast? Run Fast! with Olympic Marathoner Keith Brantly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 65:21


    Jacob, Paul, and Lydia are joined by 1996 Olympic Marathoner Keith Brantly! First, the group discusses a good workout from Jacob and what that means for the 12 weeks leading up to his BQ attempt on September 10. Then, hear from Keith Brantly about his incredible running career, which includes running for Team USA at the 1996 Olympic Games. He is a HUGE wealth of knowledge and you will have a ton of takeaways from this conversation. Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 6 - Powered by Banana Sandwiches

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 47:13


    Paul, Jacob, and Lydia recap the highs and lows of the Newport, Oregon marathon for Paul and friends. Then, we talk to our friend, Matt Taddeo, as he gets ready to run Grandma's Marathon on Saturday, June 18. Matt's current marathon PR is 2:33 and he's hoping to get under 2:28! Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 5 - As Simple & As Difficult As That featuring Peter Bromka

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 61:52


    Listen in as Paul, Jacob, and Lydia speak with Peter Bromka! You may have read one of Peter's many incredible essays about running in the past; they all paint beautiful and accurate pictures of the work, effort, joy, heartache, hope, and disappointment that can all be captured in the marathon experience. Peter is running Grandma's Marathon on June 18, 2022, so we talked about how training is going, how he feels about past races, and about hopes for an OTQ in the future. Follow and support Peter here: PeterBromka.com @Bromka on Instagram @bromka on Twitter Peter on Strava Follow us! Instagram: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax Lydia - @runner4fsu Strava: Jacob Paul Lydia Twitter: Jacob - @boardjd Paul - @prsjax --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 4 - Anybody Need a Pacer in September?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 51:28


    Paul and Lydia give an overview of their experience at the Prefontaine Class, revealing that Lydia was the ultimate fangirl. Annnnddd... Lydia is hurt. So... that's a bummer. But, the discussion on what this means for the marathon and for the mentality of a runner is fascinating and important for runners and athletes on every level, so listen up! The group then discusses Jacob's training (14.5 weeks out from the marathon), Paul's hopes and plans for the marathon on June 4, race options, and revisit Lydia's "why" for running... and have some laughs along the way! Paul talked about this information: Why the Dew Point is Way Better Than Humidity for Runners Follow us on Instagram! Jacob @boardjd and Strava Paul @prsjax and Strava Lydia @runner4fsu and Strava --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 3 - I Was Born Ready!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 62:50


    This week, we get an update on how training is going for everyone. Paul and Lydia talk in-depth about dealing with the way heat can mess with your body, your mind, and your emotions and give a preview of their trip to Oregon for the Prefontaine Classic and their marathon on June 4! Then, we talk about the why! Why do we run? After that, we're joined by our good friend Kati, who is running the same marathon as Paul and Lydia on June 4. She is going for it big time with her own BQ moonshot, hoping to qualify for the 2023 Boston Marathon and earn a huge PR. Follow us on Instagram! We post about a lot of stuff, not just running! Lydia - @runner4fsu Paul - @prsjax Jacob - @boardjd In this episode, we mention: Sports Dietitian Kelsey Pontious (check out her Instagram: @sportsdietitiankelsey The Citius Mag Podcast Network with Chris Chavez This post from Peter Bromka (@bromka) on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 2 - You Have Everything You Need to Get Through This!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 54:10


    This week Jacob, Paul, and Lydia discuss some tough workouts, how to persevere through thick and thin, and strategies for leveling up your training. Then, they're joined by their good friend, Janeen, who just went for a BQ at the Toronto Marathon. She details the race, her training strategies, inspirations, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

    Episode 1 - Come to the Party!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 52:58


    Welcome to the BQ Moonshot podcast! Join Jacob, Paul, and Lydia as they set the ground rules for the podcast, introduce themselves, and detail their upcoming running plans, including a marathon for Paul and Lydia in June and a lofty BQ attempt for Jacob in September. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bqmoonshot/support

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