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It's 17,000 kilometres from Vancouver to Buenos Aires - anyone fancy running it…? Jamie Ramsay covered the two continents in 367 gruelling days, and joins us on Marathon Talk this week to detail his masterclass in resilience, pushing boundaries, and what he learned about himself! Tune in this week as we also pore through the finalised stats from THAT brutally blistering London Marathon, and talk about how you can best prepare for the heat on your next summer run… In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - Martin and Deena catch up on Deena's trip to the Museum of Tolerance, parse through London Marathon's finalised statistics, and dive into the ins and outs of training for heat 20:35 - Jamie Ramsay talks us through his 17,000km, 367 day trek across The Americas 51:00 - Our listeners talk us through their ambitious training plans for the summer head Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ Abbott World Marathon Majors https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wmmajors/ Martin Yelling https://www.instagram.com/martinyelling/ Deena Kastor https://www.instagram.com/deena8050/ Jamie Ramsay https://www.jamieramsay.net/
We were so thrilled to welcome one of our amazing Boston Marathoners, Lauren Hitchens, to the podcast.Lauren is an experienced marathon runner, having completed ten marathons since 2016, including all six Marathon Majors. She set her PR of 3:38:35 at the 2023 Chicago Marathon, qualifying her for the 2025 Boston Marathon, her first. In spring 2024, after successfully running the Tokyo Marathon, Lauren experienced pain in her foot that has taken her on a journey of seeking a path to healing that has required multiple expert opinions, an unconventional approach to training for Boston (including the use of tools like Lever and Fluid Running), and a reimagining of her goals for her first Boston. Lauren balances her training with her responsibilities as a mother and business executive at Google. We are so grateful to Lauren for sharing her inspiring story! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show! Show Notes:Fluid Running- https://www.fluidrunning.com/Lever Movement- https://levermovement.com/Precision PT/Dr. Elizabeth Karr- https://www.precisionpt.org/dr-elizabeth-karr-pt-dpt
Megan Cottage is back on the show to recap her 2025 London Marathon experience! In the episode, she tells listeners all about training for the race, what it was like to run her first international marathon, traveling across the pond, and her pursuit of her six stars. If you're interested in earning your Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Stars or are simply looking for an inspiring race recap, this episode is for you! Be sure to listen back to episode 24 of the show to learn more about Megan and her involvement in the Chicago Marathon! Follow Megan's upcoming running adventures, including her pursuit of six stars, on Instagram @meg.runs.disney. Thank you to HxH Podcast Sponsor, A Ranger Paints. Podcast listeners can get 10% off their purchase using code "HXH10"! Be sure to follow @arangerpaints on Instagram to stay up to date on the newest artwork available! Follow Haven on Instagram @healthbyhaven for more health and wellness content! Work with Haven, get healthy recipes, read wellness articles, and learn all about HxH at healthbyhaven.com.
President Donald Trump is forming a commission on college sports, and he's reportedly tapping former Alabama coach Nick Saban and Texas Tech donor (and oil billionaire) Cody Campbell to co-chair it.(0:00-10:05) Intro: President Trump forming Presidential Commission(10:06-21:16) Will there be a super league?(21:17-30:39) Watch us LIVE on YouTube, Wrapping up Presidential Commission(30:40-34:30) House v NCAA Settlement Update(34:31-42:08) Story Time, Ari would be a terrible criminal(42:09-46:24) Future for smaller schools(46:25-1:00:01) An honest look at USC(1:00:02-1:05:30) Are we too big on Oklahoma?(1:05:31-1:10:21) Georgia Tech, toughest non-conference schedule?(1:10:22-1:14:52) David in the 2025 Chicago Marathon: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/david-gillaspie(1:14:53-1:16:26) Conclusion What will the committee do? We don't know. Will it change anything? We also don't know. But we do know what Saban and Campbell have said publicly, so Andy and Ari will break down what the committee's likely goals are. Later, Andy and Ari answer your questions… Will a school like Arizona State get into a Super League? Are Andy and Ari wearing “John Mateer goggles” when it comes to Oklahoma? Does Georgia Tech have some of the toughest non-conference games in the country in coming years? Is Andy's USC take lazy? Listener David is running the 2025 Chicago Marathon to benefit the Pat Tillman Foundation. Here's the link to pledge to help him reach his goal. https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/david-gillaspie Watch the show LIVE, Monday-Friday at 9:30 am et! https://youtube.com/live/-s6GZH_6i-4 Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey Want to partner with the show? E-mail advertise@on3.com
Send us a textJamie Elliott's journey from smoker to marathon runner begins at age 38 during her daughter's cancer treatment at St. Jude. What started as a way to quit cigarettes evolved into a powerful mission of philanthropy and personal achievement that spans over two decades.With remarkable candor, Jamie shares how she began running without technical gear, training plans, or even proper knowledge of running mechanics - simply buying "pretty shoes" and hitting country roads near her Kentucky home. Her progression defies conventional wisdom: skipping 5Ks and 10Ks entirely, Jamie jumped straight to walking a half marathon before tackling a full marathon the following year.The heart of Jamie's story lies in her fundraising work as a St. Jude Hero, raising over $200,000 for the hospital that treated her daughter's osteosarcoma. "I'm not really a runner, I'm a fundraiser who happens to run," she explains, revealing how purpose drives her participation in events from local 5Ks to major marathons like New York and Marine Corps.Jamie's perspective on aging and adaptation resonates deeply throughout our conversation. After being diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica, an autoimmune condition affecting her large joints, she embraced the Galloway run-walk method, discovering she could maintain performance while reducing pain and recovery time. At 58, with plans to run Chicago Marathon when she turns 60, Jamie embodies the spirit that running has no expiration date.Perhaps most powerful is the wisdom Jamie shares for all runners: "Someday I won't be able to do this, but today is not that day." Her story reminds us to cherish our ability to move, to use our running for greater purposes, and to never let age or circumstance define what's possible when passion meets perseverance.Want coaching that helps you find your purpose in running? Email carla@coffeycrewcoaching.com or follow the links in our show notes to support Jamie's ongoing fundraising efforts for St. Jude.https://fundraising.stjude.org/goto/samster20https://youtu.be/4gEVvTjNGYo Hydrapatch.com code OTNH10 You can reach out to us at:https://coffeycrewcoaching.comemail: Carla@coffeycrewcoaching.com FB @ Over the Next Hill Fitness GroupIG @coffeycrewcoaching.comand Buy Me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/Carlauhttps://hydra-patch.com/discount/OTNH20https://rnwy.life code: OTNH15https://jambar.com code: CARLA20
This is a live recording from Sunday, April 20 at the Boston Marathon Expo. Once again, WRS host Cherie Turner teamed up with Julie Sapper and Lisa Levin from the Run Farther and Faster podcast to co-host an excellent panel. This year's panel was titled Mental Strategies for Mastering the Marathon, and it featured exceptional masters marathoners Stephanie Bruce, Erica Stanley-Dottin, and Dot McMahon. These exception runners shares wisdom and experience on strategies for developing mental strength and resilience, mental approaches to the marathon, how to build confidence when you have self-doubt, and so much more! This is an episode to listen to again and again; it's so backed with helpful advice and useful takeaways. Stephanie Bruce, 41, has been racing professionally for over 15 years. Among her many racing accomplishments, she's placed 6th at the Chicago Marathon, and 10th at the London and NYC marathons. Bruce has also earned 3 national titles on the road, one in the half-marathon and twice in the 10k. Additionally, Bruce placed 6th at the Olympic Marathon Trials in 2020. Bruce started a new chapter in her running career this year, signing on with Tracksmith. She now runs for them professionally and will be helping to mentor younger runners going after big goals. Erica Stanley-Dottin, 51, came to marathoning later in life, at age 35. In her early 40s, she began to train seriously and joined the Black Roses racing team. She then learned about The List: an accounting of all the American-born Black women who have broken 3 hours in the marathon. As she continued to get faster at the marathon, this became her goal. Erica met that goal with room to spare at the 2022 Berlin Marathon where she ran 2:52, at 48 years old. That came just six months after running 3:01 at Boston. This year, Stanley-Dottin ran the Boston Marathon as a member of Team Bevans, in honor of marathon pioneer Marilyn Bevans. Dot McMahan, 48, has been running marathons for 19 years and she's run for the Hanson Brooks Original Distance Project team for 20. Among Dot's many accomplishments over her long running career, she's qualified for and run 5 Olympic trials marathons, and she has placed in the top 10 at two of them. Last year, she was the oldest woman to compete in the marathon trials, and she qualified for last year's trials by running 2:35 at the 2023 Grandma's Marathon. Dot is also a running coach. She works with private athletes and as an assistant track coach for Oakland University. How to Keep Up with Stephanie Bruce Instagram: @stephrothstein How to Keep Up with Erica Stanley-Dottin Instagram: @estanleydott How to Keep Up with Dot McMahon Instagram: @dotmcmahon Ways to Connect with Run Farther and Faster Instagram: @runfartherandfaster Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFaster Twitter: @RunFartherfast Website: https://www.runfartherandfaster.com/ Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Instagram: @womensrunningstories Website: womensrunningstories.com Women's Running Stories is a member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There's a powerful truth about running that rarely gets discussed: getting older doesn't mean getting slower – it means leveling up differently. As our bodies change, we unlock new capabilities that can make running even more rewarding in our 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond.Coach Christine, your "fairy run mother," breaks down exactly what changes with age (like that 1% VO2 max decline annually after 30) and what actually improves (hello, mental grit and endurance capacity!). She presents ten game-changing practices for older runners, from prioritizing strength training to hydrating smarter as our thirst response dulls. For female athletes navigating perimenopause and menopause, she offers specific strategies to work with hormonal fluctuations rather than fighting against them.The episode features Dennise, a remarkable two-time cancer survivor returning to the Chicago Marathon twenty years after her first attempt. Her goal? Completing all six World Marathon Majors – a challenge she embraced after beating cancer twice. "Why can't I have the six stars?" she asks, perfectly capturing the "why not" attitude that makes running in our later years so powerful. Dennise shares how her 83-year-old father still runs daily and how he inspired her journey, and she shares her creative fundraising effort of making marathon-themed gnomes for charity. Get yours here!Whether you're already in your "wisdom runner" years or approaching them, this episode reframes aging as an opportunity rather than an obstacle. As Coach Christine reminds us, "You're not slowing down, you're evolving," and extraordinary has no expiration date. Ready to discover running's secret power that only comes with age? Your next breakthrough awaits.Have questions or want to chat? Send me a text!Support the showJoin the newsletter list for updates, special offers, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.Join fellow pod and running enthusiasts at The Stride Collective community on Facebook or follow us on Instagram.
Sports scientist, running coach, and all-around badass Jonah Rosner is here today—ready to drop knowledge and level up our understanding of running science.Jonah is an applied sport scientist based out of Brooklyn, New York. He has spent the past 10 years working with athletes and teams from all major American Professional Team sports. Most recently, Jonah was the applied sport science coordinator for the Houston Texans in the NFL. At 25 years old, he was one of the youngest sports scientists in NFL history.Jonah specializes in using the latest sport science technology and testing to individualize running and strength programs for athletes. He recently partnered with Nike to run the Nike Running Performance Lab in New York City.Jonah is a consistent presence on Instagram (he has 54.4 thousand followers), where he routinely drops reels and posts diving deep into all things running training. Your favorite runner's runner probably follows him–no joke. You will be bookmarking this man's posts for years to come, we promise.In addition, his newsletter is terrific and it's a place where he shares science-backed tips on how to optimize marathon performance.Jonah is no slouch himself: he has a marathon PR of 2:57–which he ran at the Chicago Marathon. Check him out on Strava, where he routinely runs 80-90 mile weeks while also strength training a few days a week. In today's conversation, we discuss Zone2 Training, Threshold, Supershoes, the benefits of strength training, Jonah's background in sports science, and so much more. You will not want to miss this conversation. It is PACKED with wisdom. Tap into the Jonah Rosner Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. Comment the word "PODCAST" below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W N O T E S-BUY MERCH BEFORE IT'S GONE: https://shop.therunningeffect.run-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffz
It's race week for the Majors, and we're kicking off a stellar double header with a trip to the fabled grounds of Boston! We have the lowdown on defending champions in Hellen Obiri and Sisay Lemma, Catherine Debrunner's potential course record clean-sweep, and former Boston Champion Meb Keflezighi shares his top tips for taking on the Boston course. In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - Martin & Deena catch up on their spring motivations, and preparations for Boston & London 5:00 - We round up the big stories ahead of Boston, from the defending champions and a potential clean sweep of course records, to Marcel Hug's 8th possible win at Boston 13:35 - Statman Stew joins us for some exclusive statistics for the Boston race, including the 1,585 6 Star hopefuls, 3 birthday runners, and 2 new countries to give us first-time 6 Star Finishers 24:45 - ‘Marathon Meb' recounts his experience with the Boston course, and shares his top tips on how you can make your way to Boyleston Street running your very best 55:05 - Our notes from the community this week are predictions of their finish times in Boston - we wish them luck, and promise a prize to whoever is closest to their predicted time Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ Abbott World Marathon Majors https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wmmajors/ Martin Yelling https://www.instagram.com/martinyelling/ Deena Kastor https://www.instagram.com/deena8050/ Meb Keflezighi https://www.instagram.com/runmeb/
"I want to go out there and just absolutely smash it out of the park." Next week, the pros and everyday runners alike will descend on Boston, MA, to run the 129th Boston Marathon. For most of these runners, getting to run Boston is a longtime goal or dream. One they worked hard at for years. And that's true even for professional runner Gabi Rooker. In this conversation, the former gymnast turned Nike-sponsored athlete and internal medicine physician assistant (what can't she do?!) talks about the road to her Boston Marathon debut. Gabi will race her first Boston this year, and it's been a journey to get to the start line. Gabi talks about how she recovered — physically and emotionally — from the 2024 Olympic Marathon Trials, and reflects on that five-second personal best (2:24:29) at the 2024 Chicago Marathon. Plus, what she'll be wearing on race day, what it's like being coached by her husband, Alex, and how she's feeling after logging 122-mile weeks throughout the Minnesota winter. FOLLOW GABI @gabirooker SPONSORS: Lagoon: Click here to take Lagoon's 2-minute sleep quiz to see which pillow is right for you. (I'm an Otter!) Use code ALI at checkout for 15% off your next Lagoon order. UCAN: Click here to get a FREE UCAN Edge sample pack (you'll just pay the cost of shipping), and use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. In this episode: How Gabi would sum up her Boston Marathon training cycle (3:00) How Gabi balanced working as a physician assistant during her Boston training (4:15) Gabi's career dreams, how she pictures her future in both running and in her medical career, and her approach to balance (9:55) With less than two weeks to Boston: Has Gabi checked the weather? (12:00) Gabi's history with the Boston Marathon, and why she's running this year's race (17:00) Gabi's experience working with sport psychology coach Emily Saul (26:30) What Gabi's Boston Marathon weekend entails (34:10) Gabi reflects on the 2024 Olympic Marathon Trials (37:35) On healing the heart and body after the Trials (43:30) Gabi reflects on the 2024 Chicago Marathon, where she ran a five-second personal best, and Gabi's approach to fitting racing into her schedule (45:00) On being “the people's hero” (50:00) What Gabi will be wearing in Boston (52:50) What Gabi's like on race morning (57:00) What's top of mind for Gabi right now? (1:03:00) Follow: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT: If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
In this episode, our host Kyia shares her remarkable journey to breaking the sub-3 marathon barrier with an impressive 2:54 finish time. Listen as she takes you through her meticulous training approach and how she tackled the challenging course despite pre-race anxiety and mid-race stomach cramps. She reflects on the valuable lessons learned - particularly how mental barriers can be more limiting than physical ones - and shares her excitement about qualifying for major marathons including Boston.Whether you're chasing your own running goals or simply love stories of perseverance, this candid race recap offers practical takeaways alongside a powerful message: stop letting fear of failure or impostor syndrome hold you back. Join Kyia as she celebrates this achievement while looking ahead to the Chicago Marathon and OC Half with renewed confidence and gratitude.
Today's guest is such an inspiration!! Meet Tom Anderson, M.Ed., a two time cancer survivor, two time Chicago Marathon finisher (while going through treatment), and two college degrees, working on his doctorate. Wow!!Tom was diagnosed in 2020 with lung cancer that had metastasized to his lymphatic system. Immunotherapy was a life saver for him and he's been NED (no evidence of disease) for over 4 years. We talk about training for and running a marathon, immunotherapy and the future of cancer research and treatment, the power of community, going back to school as an "old timer", and so much more!This was such a fun conversation and I'm sure you'll enjoy Tom as much as I did.Follow:Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/My website: https://melissagrosboll.comEmail me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com
Rethink your marathon nutrition, because we're debunking some of the biggest fueling myths with Six Star Finisher and Nutritionist, Meghann Featherstun! She joins us in a packed Marathon Talk to help you unlock your full potential on your next long run, plus we cover the running world's biggest news from London's 56,000 strong lineup, to the GOAT's return down under, and a race for our robot overlords in Beijing… In this episode of Marathon Talk: 3:30 - The big news this week features Eliud Kipchoge's appearance at Sydney's first Major, a ‘race that eats its young', London's record-breaking lineup, a robot race in Beijing, and much more 19:15 - Meghann Featherstun, nutritionist and Six Star Finisher, debunks the biggest carbo loading myths, guides us through proper fuelling, and shares recovery strategies to nail your next long run 46:30 - Notes from our community this week include Rome Marathon finishers Davina and Josh, and a statement of intent from regional listener Brian Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ Meghann Featherstun https://www.featherstonenutrition.com/ https://www.instagram.com/featherstonenutrition/ Marcel Altenburg on Crowd Control https://wmmajors.shorthandstories.com/majors-issue-9/crowd-pleaser/index.html Abbott World Marathon Majors https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wmmajors/ Martin Yelling https://www.instagram.com/martinyelling/ Deena Kastor https://www.instagram.com/deena8050/
On this week's Chasing Three Hours, Kyle Robbins joined Josh to discuss:* His approach to running and how it was different from his time golfing competitively (3:49)* What brought him to running in the first place (13:47)* The 2021 Chicago Marathon going sideways and why it was so important for him to finish the race (27:07)* Lessons he learned from the race (31:48)* Why running makes him a better person (42:56)* What he's currently chasing (48:59)And a whole lot more!Thanks to Fleet Feet Omaha for being the title sponsor of Chasing Three Hours! Stop by one of their two Omaha locations, or Fleet Feet Lincoln, for $15 off your first pair of shoes at regular price.Like what you hear? Please rate, review, subscribe, and share with a friend.Read Josh's weekly newsletter at chasingthreehours.com.Know anyone that would be a great fit for the pod or just want to drop Josh a note? Email chasingthreehours@gmail.com.Music, production assistance, and sound design: Ian AeilloCover art: Marissa Peterson Get full access to Chasing Three Hours at joshtweeterson.substack.com/subscribe
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the fastest, most iconic races in the world, and today, we're diving deep into everything you need to know! Whether you're racing this year, working on your six-star journey, or just love a good marathon breakdown, this episode is packed with insights, logistics, and fun Chicago history.Joining Coach Christine is Ashley Lucas of Mystical Dream Travel, an expert in runcation planning and travel logistics, to help navigate the best places to stay, eat, and explore before and after the race.But this episode is extra special—because Chicago was Coach Christine's very first marathon! So expect some fun storytelling, a bit of nostalgia, and plenty of tips to make your Chicago experience extraordinary.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ A Mile-by-Mile Breakdown of the course—including where you'll find the fastest and trickiest sections ✔️ How to prepare for the flat but potentially deceptive course (pacing tips matter!) ✔️ Tips for running in windy conditions and dealing with Chicago's unpredictable weather ✔️ Best spectator spots & how to navigate the city on race day using public transit ✔️ How to get into the race if you want to run Chicago in the future ✔️ Legendary moments, fun facts, and pop culture references tied to the Chicago MarathonWant to keep the conversation going?
Sarah Crouch was one of the best American long-distance runners of the 2010's and has transitioned to best-selling novelist. During her collegiate career at Western Washington University, she was an NCAA Division II All-American thirteen times and won the 2011 NCAA Division II National Championship in the 10,000m. In one of her first races as a professional runner, she finished fifth at the U.S. 10 Mile Championships. In 2011, she made her marathon debut in New York and qualified for the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, and in 2012, she qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials in the 10,000m. Sarah finished 7th at the 2014 Chicago Marathon, 9th at 2016, and the top American in 2018 despite have a benign tumor removes from her quad a few weeks before the race. You can buy her debut novel, Middletide, wherever books are sold and it is also available as an audiobook. Sponsors ASICS - Checkout the upcoming Novablast 5 and pre-order this amazing shoe at www.asics.com. Peregrune - I've been using Peregrune supplements, including their Runner Multivitamin and Runner Joint, everyday since 2023 and for good reason. They are NSF and third-party tested. They are also for runner, created by runners. Save 15% on your purchase at www.peregrune.com by using code "RAMBLING" at checkout. Rambling Runner Resources Personalized Coaching - Are you looking to work with a running coach? I am here for you! I've been working with runners of all ages and abilities for five years - from newer runners, masters runners looking to PR, and folks hoping to break 3:00 in the marathon. You can learn more by going to www.mckirdytrained.com, where I coach, or by emailing me at ramblingrunnerpodcast@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode features longtime professional runner, entrepreneur, mother of three, wife, and so much more, Stephanie Bruce. In this episode Bruce, who is 41, shares the purpose and passion that's driving her these days, as she moves into a new chapter in her running career. It's a time of transition and exciting new paths forward. As a professional runner in her early 40s, Bruce shares valuable experience and information about what it looks like to age as a elite athlete, and how she's processing it. She continues to explore what's possible as a professional athlete, and also how she's making that happen–how she's navigating the changes that come with getting older. Bruce has been racing professionally for over 15 years, and in that time she has accomplished so much as a runner, and she's not done yet. Some of her many career achievements include 10th at the New York City and London marathons; 6th at the Chicago Marathon; 12th at the Boston Marathon; 3 national championship titles–once in the half marathon, and two times in the 10k; 6th at the 2020 Olympic Trials Marathon–and the list goes on. But the significance of Bruce's pro career goes way beyond times and places. She's been very open about her running journey and how she's navigating living a full life outside of running, including having her three children–Hudson, Riley and Sophia–while continuing to show up year after year ready to perform at her best. Bruce is known for being a tough, smart, gritty racer and a powerful supporter of teammates, as well as other runners in the field. Last year, 2024, was a big transition year for Bruce: for the past decade, Bruce was a member of the HOKA Northern Arizona Elite team, also known as NAZ Elite. She learned part-way through 2024 that her contract wouldn't be renewed, and her time with the team would be over at the end of year. In addition, Bruce had her third child, at age 39, in September 2023, which meant that 2024 would be a postpartum return to full time training and racing. This is all to say, 2024 was a tumultuous year for Bruce. And she gets into it all in this episode. She also shares the pivotal experiences in her life that have played a huge part in shaping how she shows up for running and for life. How to Keep Up with Stephanie Bruce Instagram: @stephrothstein Support Our Supporters Lagoon Pillows: lagoonsleep.com/WRS15 Use the discount code WRS15 for 15% off your first order YMR Track Club: ymrtrackclub.com Use the discount code WRS20 for 20% off your purchase To support WRS, please rate and review the show iTunes/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-running-stories/id1495427631 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8Hr2RysbV4fdwNhiMAXc?si=1c5e18155b4b44fa Music Credits Cormac O'Regan, of Playtoh Coma-Media, via Pixabay RomanBelov, via Pixabay penguinmusic, via Pixabay aidanpinsent, via Pixabay SergePavkinMusic, via Pixabay Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Over 50, Sub 20, 5k Project Instagram: @over50sub20_5k_project WRS Instagram: @womensrunningstories Facebook: facebook.com/WomensRunningStories Website: womensrunningstories.com Email host Cherie: clouiseturner@gmail.com Women's Running Stories is a proud member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the most fascinating athletes in the marathon scene right now, CJ Albertson is doing it his way and succeeding at every step of the way. From racking up ultra high mileage weeks to dropping it down to almost nothing in between cycles, to juggling running and a full-time job as a professor, coach and dad, all while managing to come out with top-10 finishes at the Olympic Trials, NYC Marathon, Boston Marathon, Chicago Marathon, and CIM. And that was just in 2024. This was such a great look inside the training and accomplishments of one of the best American marathoners right now.Follow CJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cjalbertson/Check out our Brooks running reviews: https://believeintherun.com/shoe-reviews/type/road/?shoe_brand=971
BIO: Akil Taher is a practicing physician living in Atlanta, GA. At 76 years young, he is a septuagenarian athlete, an eternal optimist, explorer, and adventurer, who in 2010, at the age of sixty-one, dramatically altered the conventional script adopted by most bypass surgery patients by undertaking a mountaineering trek to Mount Kailash in Tibet. Defying expectations with this accomplishment only a year after open-heart surgery, Dr. Akil then stretched to run his first full marathon in October 2011, the Chicago Marathon; and in September 2012, he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Dr. Taher expanded the canvas of his age-defying adventures by pursuing physically challenging activities on land, sea, and air, including a century bike ride (a 100-mile cycling event), triathlon, white water rafting, hang gliding, and skydiving and bungee jumping. Over the last decade, he has overcome acute and chronic medical ailments by transforming his mind, body, and spirit through the adoption of a plant-based diet, regular exercise, the practice of yoga and meditation, and developing a positive and purpose-driven mindset. Dr. Akil authored his first book in 2021, Open Heart, as a chronicle of this transformational journey and his exploits since his heart surgery. Today, he shares his story, wisdom, and medical knowledge far and wide, to spread the message and educate thousands about living a heart-healthy lifestyle and using food as medicine. OPEN HEART: The Transformational Journey of a Doctor Who, After Bypass Surgery at 61, Ran Marathons and Climbed Mountains is available in Softcover, Kindle, and Audible at: https://amzn.to/3sy299g All proceeds from book sales go to charity.
Olympic marathoner Dakotah Popehn joins the show ahead of her highly-anticipated return to the Boston Marathon this April!Most recently, Dakotah came in 10th at the 2025 USATF Half Marathon Championships in a very stacked field. The Puma-sponsored distance runner has had a storied career so far, and does not seem primed to be slowing down any time soon.Dakotah is well-known for her participation in the marathon at the 2024 Paris Olympics; she came in 12th with a time of 2:26.44. Her PR in the distance came in 2023 at the Chicago Marathon when she came in 12th with a time of 2:24.40–a time that places her 13th all-time for women U.S. marathoners. Dakotah also has a 1:08 half under her belt.Dakotah's journey began at St. Francis High School in Minnesota, where she ran cross country and track, while also serving as the goaltender on the girls hockey team. She continued her running career at Northern State University in South Dakota, where she was originally a walk-on, but ended up flourishing, coming in sixth in the 10k at the 2017 NCAA Outdoor Champs.Dakotah's unheralded rise through the ranks has continued in her professional career: she has won Grandma's Marathon in Minnesota twice and the Eugene Curnow Trail Marathon in Minnesota three times.In today's conversation, Dakotah gives me extensive insights on confidence, delusional belief, how to push through hard days, running 130-mile weeks, her walk-on to the Olympics story, and so much more. Guys, this may take the cake for my favorite episode this year. It was full of good energy and deep insights. Do not miss it & share it with a friend!Tap into the Dakotah Popehn Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. Comment the word "PODCAST" below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W N O T E S-BUY MERCH BEFORE IT'S GONE: https://shop.therunningeffect.run-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffz
An unseasonably hot 69 Farenheit couldn't stop over 36 thousand athletes taking on Tokyo, and this week on Marathon Talk we've all the star-studded stories from the week! Between the elite winners half a minute ahead of their rivals, Paula Radcliffe & Harry Styles' stellar efforts, and this week's guest Adele Roberts securing another star on her Six Star Journey, you won't want to miss this jam-packed episode of Marathon Talk! In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - We catch up with Martin's tempo running, a dodgy achilles, and Deena's run-in with a delighted Marathon Talk listener in Lake Tahoe 3:45 - All the big stories from Tokyo, from the elite fields beating the heat and the hometown hero in the men's wheelchair race, to Paula Radcliffe's majestic return and the >2.5k athletes receiving a Six Star Medal in Japan 10:00 - We play a game of ‘Higher or Lower' with Deena, all based around one of the world's biggest stars' finishing time in Tokyo - Harry Styles' 3:24:07 14:00 - Broadcaster, Runner and Author Adele Roberts is our inspiring guest this week, talking us through her recovery from bowel cancer, the failures that've tallied up to her marathon successes, and her ambitions to set a new Guinness World Record 39:15 - A new section to the show, we share notes from the fabulous members of our community who took to the streets of Tokyo and flew their way through the finishing line Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ Abbott World Marathon Majors https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wmmajors/ Martin Yelling https://www.instagram.com/martinyelling/ Deena Kastor https://www.instagram.com/deena8050/ Adele Roberts https://www.instagram.com/adeleroberts/
Episode 37 for Running on Pixie Dust -- a podcast & youtube series about training for runDisney races and life in Orlando. In this episode I share a recap of the 2025 runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend where I complete the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon!!!! Hope you enjoy :)Help support me in fundraising for Team Salute for the Chicago Marathon https://saluteinc.networkforgood.com/projects/244007-annika-hudak-s-salute-fundraiser-for-the-chicago-marathonCONTACT ME: annikahudak96@gmail.comSOCIALS: IG @annikahudak + @annikaspaintbrush, YouTube @annikahudak, TikTok @annikahudak
"It's not sustainable if you're not having fun with it." Tristin Colley ran her first marathon in 2019 in 2 hours and 40 minutes. Just four years later, Tristin she 15 minutes off that time, running 2:25 at the Chicago Marathon. Now, Tristin (formerly Van Ord) is throwing down 110-mile weeks with her team, ZAP Endurance, as she gears up for this year's Boston Marathon. Tristin lives in Blowing Rock, NC, with her husband, teammate, and fellow pro marathoner Andrew Colley. This past weekend, they each competed at the USATF Half Marathon Championships in Atlanta. In this conversation, Tristin reflects on that race, and looks to her next one in Boston. She talks about going pro, being raised by a single mom, and doing triple workouts as part of her Boston prep. FOLLOW TRISTIN @tristinvanord IN THIS EPISODE: On running to the Shrek soundtrack on repeat, the ZAP Endurance team vibe, and “ketchup with seemingly ranch” (2:50) Tristin's take on off days (8:15) Tristin recaps her race at the USATF Half Marathon Championships (9:40) How Tristin deals with disappointment (12:00) Tristin's takeaways from last weekend's race (15:55) Reflecting on a tough year, and what Tristin's mindset was heading into the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon (17:00) What it was like living in North Carolina during last year's floods (21:25) All about Coach Colley, and Tristin's involvement at Appalachian State University (26:30) How Tristin's Boston Marathon training is going (28:10) How Tristin met now-husband Andrew Colley (32:10) How Tristin has shaved 15 minutes off her marathon time (38:30) Why Tristin wanted to run with ZAP Endurance (40:15) All about Tristin's mom, and what Tristin was like as a kid (41:00) Tristin looks back on her experiences at both the 2020 and 2024 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials (47:15) The pros and cons of dating a teammate and fellow professional marathoner (57:00) SPONSORS: New Balance: Click here to shop New Balance's latest releases for the season. goodr: Click here and use code ALI for $5 off your next order. Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
Rick is talking with Natalie and Hannah of the Stride Sisters Podcast on this week's episode of the podcast. Natalie and Hannah both completed the Dopey Challenge as part of Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in January
COPD is the third leading cause of death worldwide, but that's not stopped Russell Winwood from a stellar journey to his Six Star Medal. He's our inspirational guest on this week's Marathon Talk, taking us through his battle with the relatively unknown lung disease. Join us for this episode, as we also round up all the latest in the running world - from Jacob Kiplimo's blistering half-marathon WR, to a milestone moment for our Six Star Finishers this weekend in Tokyo! In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - We kick off this week with a catch up that takes us through cross country comps, birthdays, and Martin's map-mishaps 7:40 - The London elite field is looking racier off the back of Jacob Kiplimo's new half-marathon WR, so we look ahead to weigh up his chances, set our sights on Tokyo's race this weekend, and share the huge milestone for AWMM's Six Star Finishers 22:30 - Russell Winwood talks us through his battles with COPD, the third leading cause of death in the world, and how he's overcome the odds to become a Six Star Finisher Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ Abbott World Marathon Majors https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wmmajors/ Martin Yelling https://www.instagram.com/martinyelling/ Deena Kastor https://www.instagram.com/deena8050/ Russell Winwood https://copdathlete.com/ Russell's Six Star Story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSDX_4UUBZY
“Get the discipline of really tracking your numbers on a daily basis.” –Dahiema GrantHow much money should you be making? It's a question we grapple with as entrepreneurs, and I dig into it with Dahiema Grant, who helps entrepreneurs succeed with the money side of business.One of the reasons Dahiema's money ideas meshes so well with PlanSimple is that she doesn't separate the person from the business. The lifestyle you want plays a big role in determining how much money your business needs to bring in to cover expenses and pay for your lifestyle.Let's get more comfortable with money and develop good money practices. We'll see when it makes sense to get financial help, too.We talk about: Non-negotiable morning routines and how they set us up for successMoney habits that can flex with how much or little money you haveA gross profit goal and what you actually netHow getting really specific about what you want helps you get thereBeing on top of your money, even if you outsource a lot of financial activitiesGetting support on historic financials and strategic projectingABOUT DAHIEMA CEO & Founder, Dahiema Grant, is a purpose-driven entrepreneur who walks a path of faith, empowerment, and service. She deeply understands the unique journey of female entrepreneurs—their challenges, aspirations, and the strength it takes to build something greater than themselves. Guided by a spirit of mentorship, she finds profound joy in uplifting young girls and women, using her gift for numbers as a tool to foster abundance and success.She holds a bachelor's degree in accounting, an MBA in finance, and a CPA license. With almost two decades of experience in the small business sector, she has gained deep insight into the challenges entrepreneurs face, equipping her with the wisdom and expertise to help them overcome obstacles and thrive. Through her wisdom and practical strategy, she has helped numerous clients navigate obstacles, cultivate resilience, and achieve sustainable growth—not just in their businesses, but in their personal and spiritual lives as well.Dahiema is also a passionate endurance runner, a testament to her unwavering discipline, faith, and perseverance. She has completed countless races, including the NYC Marathon, the Chicago Marathon, and the esteemed Boston Marathon. With every mile, she embodies the same principles she brings to her work—determination, commitment, and the belief that with faith and dedication, all things are possible.LINKShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dsg-advisory-cpa/DOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Action is how change happens.Often we feel like our actions have to be huge to match the bigness of our desires, but we have seen over and over and over again that the little things add up. By stacking up a series of Doable Changes, you will create that big change that you crave. Choose the one that really resonates with you this week and really make it part of your life. Here are Three Doable Changes from this conversation:TRACK YOUR NUMBERS DAILY. Get in the habit of looking at your numbers daily. Include revenue and expenses. See how much you are taking in and how much you are actually taking home. If you have outsourced money, make sure you are getting regular reports — and looking at them.SET REVENUE / FINANCIAL GOALS. Know how much you want to bring in through your business, and also have a sense of how much you want to net. Both are important to meeting your...
Thanks to Function Health for sponsoring this video! Try Function and skip the waitlist using my link https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS Eric Floberg shares how he improved by 86 minutes in his marathon time. He is a dedicated marathoner, content creator, and father of four. We dive into race pacing and fueling strategies to incorporating strength training and balancing high-mileage training with family life. Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TBCA51syFmk CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Marathon journey, race strategies, and training evolution 0:58 - Who is Eric Floberg? 1:23 - Function Sponsor 2:49 - Chicago Marathon experience 6:24 - Coping with the final miles of a marathon 11:51 - Structuring training and balancing family life 15:40 - Running on a treadmill: mental approach and strategies 19:12 - Long runs with friends 21:16 - Advice to Eric's younger self 25:50 - Working with coach Jeff Cunningham 30:33 - Strength training and integrating a new routine 39:41 - Low intensity run and different approaches to mileage and recovery 48:10 - Getting into coaching: What inspired Eric? 52:40 - The role of failure 1:03:15 - Where can you find Eric? 1:04:38 - Tips to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete Function Health is an all-in-one health platform that starts with over 100 advanced lab tests covering your entire body—heart, hormones, liver, kidneys, thyroid, autoimmunity, cancer signals, toxins, nutrients, and more. Function currently has a waitlist, but they are offering my audience the chance to skip it. Go to https://functionhealth.com/FLORIS to skip the waitlist! FIND ERIC HERE: ► Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/47020978 ► Youtube (Floberg Runs) - https://www.youtube.com/@flobergruns ► Youtube (Eric Floberg) - https://www.youtube.com/@ericfloberg ► IG (Floberg Runs) - https://www.instagram.com/floberg.runs/ ► IG (Eric Floberg) - https://www.instagram.com/eric.floberg/ ► Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/FlobergCoaches ► Website - https://www.ericfloberg.co/ LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Function - https://functionhealth.com/FLORIS ► Path Projects - https://pathprojects.com ► Jeff Cunningham: https://www.instagram.com/cunninghamrunning ► Ryan Hall - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EugD_uoBzw ► Pfitzinger's "Advanced Marathoning": https://amzn.to/4178Y36 ► Nick Bare & BPN Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program that Daniel is part of: https://www.pbprogram.com/ ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Website: https://extramilest.com/ ► Website: https://pathprojects.com/flo ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way. ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com. SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT
Curtis Hargrove is the first Canadian to join the Finish Lines & Milestones podcast. When I saw a video of Curtis running Chicago in heels I knew I had to meet him. During this episode, sponsored by Pure Fuel and Cure Hydration, we talk about: Where Curtis is from in Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada (recording during extreme -49°F conditions) His work as a derrickhand on a service rig with 12-14 hour shifts How he completed the Chicago Marathon in red high heels - not his first time in elevated footwear That he'll only run in heels again if using Sneex (Sara Blakely's running shoe heels) for Run DV Out of Town at Chicago 2025 How he's completed 310 marathons since starting at age 15 His fundraising of $50K honoring his grandfather and Terry Fox Surviving a dangerous party scene period before reclaiming himself by running across Canada in 2012 Walking 185 miles in 10 days wearing 4-inch heels just two weeks after his Canada journey, raising $15K for YWCA Why he's participating in the 2025 Boston Marathon for the Boston Bulldogs Running Club supporting addiction recovery DONATE HERE His 2025 plans: 3 marathons across 3 countries within 13 days and 5 of 7 World Major Marathons.. and a 100 miler... and more! Attempting a 100-mile race while intoxicated, running 7 hours before DNF'ing, and seeking redemption this October What his training and nutrition regimen involves When he won $6K playing Guitar Hero This is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.
From mental health advocate triathletes to parkrun romantics to World Record teens, we've an absolutely packed episode of Marathon Talk this week! On episode 63, Martin & Deena bring us the latest on World Indoor Records that have been shattered, a New Zealand teen taking on Jakob Ingebritsen's milestones, and we share YOUR stories of matchmaking on the move. Meanwhile, it's a privilege to hear from Raymond Braun, as he opens up about his mental health struggles, the endurance feats that are helping him overcome them, and his marvellous mental health work with Olympians. In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - Martin & Deena catch up on birthday celebrations, seasonal training, Deena's discipline, and how to stay motivated in your training 7:40 - The latest news this week brings us a new World Indoor Record in the 3,000m, a new World Age Group Record for Sam Ruthie, and we share YOUR stories finding love on the run 18:40 - Training Talk is back! With Tokyo round the corner, we bring you tips on how the final weeks pre-race should look, and how to taper and rest up for a perfect race day 27:35 - The incredible Raymond Braun joins us to share the role of endurance athletics in his mental health recovery journey, the remarkable 777 Triathlon Challenge, and his role as mental health correspondent at the Olympic Games Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/
THE DEENA KASTOR SPECIAL On the podcast today is the inimitable Deena Kastor–bronze medal legend and women's distance running record-holder. Deena was born in Waltham, Massachusetts, but went to high school in Agoura Hills, California. Deena has opened up about being adopted at birth and how that has impacted her life. Deena has one daughter. At Agoura High School in California, she won three state cross country titles and two state titles in the 3200m. She competed in the Foot Locker Cross Country Championships all four years. She has said in the past that Cross Country is her true passion.After high school, Deena took her talents to the University of Arkansas; as a Razorback, she was a four-time SEC champion and an eight-time All-American. Deena graduated with two degrees in English/Creative Writing and Journalism.Post collegiately, the ASICS-sponsored runner really took off when she went to Colorado to train with coach Joe Vigil. Most recently, she has been under the guidance of her husband, Andrew, since 2015. Andrew runs the Mammoth Track Club.Deena's resume is monumental and includes the following times: 4:07.82 in the 1500m, 8:42.59 in the 3,000m, 14:51.62 in the 5k, 30:50.32 in the 10k, and 2:19.36 in the marathon. Deena's race achievements could fill a book, but notable highlights include winning the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials;winning the 2007 USA Outdoor 10k race; and winning the 2005 Chicago Marathon and the 2006 London Marathon.Deena's talent stretches beyond land locomotion, as she wrote a New York Times Best seller and 2019 Memoir of the Year, Let Your Mind Run. Tap into the Deena Kastor special. In today's conversation, Deena walks me through lessons from her successful years at every level in the sport of running. We walk through what it took to accomplish the things she did, how to build belief and confidence, how to handle negative thoughts, what Deena wants her legacy to be, and so much more. This was one of my favorite conversations I've ever had. Don't miss it!Tap into the Deena Kastor Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W N O T E S-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en
With a huge marathon season fast-approaching, it's time to ask: Are you Race Ready? Our special guest on Marathon Talk this week, Tim Good, is behind a new, free app that promises to help avoid the unfortunate circumstances that led to the loss of his brother in 2011, and the story behind its development is a remarkable one. Join us this week as we also dive into the latest announcements for Tokyo's elite field, share a mind-numbing treadmill World Record, and weigh in on a socks-and-sandals race-winner… In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - Martin & Deena catch up on skiing escapades, the dire running weather in the UK, and the joys of heated running wear 10:30 - The news roundup this week features Tokyo's elite field, which remains stellar even in spite of London and Boston's fields, plus a new treadmill WR and Barnabas Kiplimo's ‘super sandals' 29:40 - Tim Good joins us to share the story behind the loss of his brother, and the long journey that the Matthew Good Foundation has taken to make race preparation safer for all Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/
All-time best lineups, exclusive news, and Paula Radcliffe herself on Marathon Talk? We couldn't start 2025 any better, could we… Paula Radcliffe MBE is our very first guest on the show, talking to us ahead of her majestic marathon return! She's taking on Tokyo and Boston, the latter of which has a stacked elite field… or so we thought, til London unveiled their roster. Get the jump on two of the most anticipated races in a generation, with one of the most iconic runners of a generation, on episode 61 of Marathon Talk. In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - We kick off the first show of the year checking in on Deena's discipline, and set our goals for the year ahead 12:45 - Boston and London have released their incredibly competitive elite fields, so we sift through the contenders who might take victory in these stellar fields 33:50 - Marathon icon and former World Record Holder Paula Radcliffe MBE is our very special guest, sharing the first steps on her marathon return, Six Star ambitions, and what she's looking forward to most about taking on Boston & Tokyo Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/
Betsy Mikel and I have known each other for over a decade because of our shared running hobby. But she is way cooler than I am. During this episode, sponsored by Athlete Bouquets, we talk about: How we met through a mutual running friend (Kim Bowers) that I met through a running friend (Celina Bourgeois) Her marathon PR at the Philadelphia Marathon and the fact that I was somehow her good luck charm The 2024 Chicago Marathon, her 10th marathon and her first postpartum marathon, and the other Chicago marathons she's run How her son, Otto, was born on Chicago Marathon weekend, making it an even more special weekend for her Her experience working with a sports nutritionist, Lydia Nader Three Run Two, her Chicago running group How interesting of a relationship it is to be running buddies with someone How she got into running marathons in the first place (her first when she was 18) Fueling for races and using Gatorade patches to measure sweat rate Other race stories - St. Louis, Big Cottonwood, Philadelphia, Twin Cities How she has no aspirations to run the New York City Marathon How she knew she was going to be writer since she was a little girl The fact that she grew up in a historic house built by the same architect who designed Chicago's first skyscraper The memoir she's writing and how similar it feels to running a marathon Her world travels before and after having her son, Otto How she loves her Asics Podcast episode Betsey mentioned - You're Wrong About with Rosie Ruiz This is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.
Hello and welcome to Episode 5-502 of the RunRunLive Podcast. This week we'll repost a recording I did earlier in the week with Adam and his daughter Cassidy. Adam and I go way back to the beginning of the running podcast explosion. He and Eddie Marathon and I ran the Chicago Marathon in 2012, maybe, I dunno, would have to check the pictures. This is a long recording so I'll skip the philosophizing for the week. The topic we kind of talk about is why you should consider getting a coach, (among other topics). But, I do think a good coach is like a good team member, where they fill in strength in areas you may be weaker. They help you see and avoid the patterns in you self-destructive behavior. This is where so many ‘get-better' behaviors go awry. We think people aren't doing what they think and say they want to be doing, because they don't have the knowledge or the information. That's seldom the case. The knowledge is freely available. There's actually too much information. There are probably 10 -20 reasons they are not changing or adapting behavior on the list above ‘lack of knowledge' – and those are the things that a coach can help with. Accountability and structure alone are major needs for me to be successful. I don't need coaches, I need parents! But you see what I'm saying. The coach can help you find what those blockers are and get around them. Anyhow – if you need the unique type of coach that Adam is, give him a call, he's in a place in his life, like I am, where helping other people is really fun. …Outro:OK campers you have chit-chatted you're way through the end of episode 5-502 of the RunRunLive podcast, now you can go back to hiding under the bed like a border collie in a thunderstorm. I'm back running this week. My weight is on target. My fitness is good.But of course I had a setback. I got sick. So let me tell you my story. I heard you like stories. I had my race stuff on. I was getting ready to get in the car and head up to Salisbury to race the Hangover Classic 10K and jump in the ocean. When my phone rang. And I'm not going to go into the horrifying state of the American health care system but Instead of racing I spent the day hanging around in hospital emergency room with my mom, who it turns out had Covid. I don't think I caught Covid, at least the test kit doesn't think I caught Covid, but I caught something. I should have been doing a big build weekend for my marathon, but instead skipped those workouts.I'm just now getting back to it, but I'm less than a month out from the target race with a long run right now of 13 miles. So it's going to be another learning experience, although I think I know this lesson by heart, but we can always hope for the ‘marathon miracle'. And that's it. Got 2-3 weeks of build left. Let's see what I can do! And we'll see you out there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's the last show of the year, so what better way to round off 2024 than with a look at 2024's most memorable moments! In celebration of Sydney's 7th Star status, we've hand-picked 7 standout stories; from remarkable Six Star Finishers to blistering records, we've been treated to a stellar year for the sport. Join Martin and Deena one last time, for the very best of 2024! In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - For the final time this year, we hear how Martin and Deena are rounding off 2024 and preparing for the Christmas period - training or otherwise… 15:30 - We run down the 7 biggest moments of the running year, from Ruth's record-breaking race and Chris Nikic's heroism, to Sydney's finest hour and Sifan Hassan's incredible gold medal Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/
Record-breaking debutants, speedy teens and iconic Six Star Finishers - we have it all in this week's Marathon Talk! Among all the world-best performances from the lilies of Sabastian Sawe and Gout Gout, we're joined in this episode by the iconic Tommie Runz off the back of running all six Majors this year. Tune in to catch his take on the Majors circuit and representing his community, while we also cover Valencia's rapid performances, a thrilling cross country title, and much more… In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - We have a brief catchup with Deena and Martin on their discipline challenges, and an underwhelming USA vs England women's match at Wembley 6:10 - We have a new fastest debutant, a new fastest teenager in the world, a new Female Athlete of the Year, and questions over Ingebritsen's future 22:00 - Tommie Runz joins us to talk 6 Stars, which was his favourite, the hero that is Ted Metelles, his journey to sobriety, and representing so many communities Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ Abbott World Marathon Majors https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wmmajors/ Martin Yelling https://www.instagram.com/martinyelling/ Deena Kastor https://www.instagram.com/deena8050/ Tommie Runz https://www.tommierunz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tommie_runz/
Space Coast Marathon Recap and Pacing Tips with Chris Twiggs In this episode of '321 Go!, hosts John Pelkey and Carissa Galloway discuss Carissa's experience running the Space Coast Marathon, along with special guest Chris Twiggs, the chief training officer for Galloway Training. The conversation covers Carissa's preparation, race strategy, and overcoming challenges during the marathon. Chris Twiggs shares insights on pacing, including the importance of hydration and methods for catching up if you fall behind a pace group. They also discuss Carissa's humorous interactions during the race, the significance of a positive mindset, the massive finisher's medal, and offer book recommendations for Jeff Galloway. The episode wraps up with listener mail, highlighting a success story from Cancer Warrior Maddie who ran the Chicago Marathon with help from pacer Ryan Sharp. 00:00 Welcome to the Jeff Galloway Podcast 00:17 Space Coast Marathon Overview 00:37 Introducing Chris Twiggs 01:41 Literature and Christmas Gifts 03:28 Carissa's Marathon Experience 07:35 Race Day Preparations 09:17 On the Marathon Course 14:39 Challenges and Mental Strategies 20:06 Fueling and Pacing Insights 31:03 Final Miles and Reflections 34:57 Music Theme Pace Team 35:54 Challenges of Pacing a Race 38:11 The Last 10K: A Personal Journey 42:29 Unexpected Finish Line Experience 45:37 The Medal and Other Rewards 50:18 Upcoming Disney Marathon Weekend 01:01:47 Mail Call: Listener Stories Run Like Magic - Race Nutrition Course https://run-like-magic.newzenler.com/ Discover how proper nutrition and hydration can unlock your running potential and make every race magical. Let Registered Dietitian Carissa Galloway lead you through a science-backed plan to transform the way you think about your diet. Visit www.GallowayCourse.com and use the code PODCAST at checkout for a great discount! Become a 321 Go! Supporter. Help us continue to create! HERE New Apparel!! Wear your support for 321 Go! Join Chris Twiggs in Galloway Customized Training 25% off! Follow us! @321GoPodcast @carissa_gway @pelkman19 Email us 321GoPodcast@gmail.com Order Carissa's New Book - Run Walk Eat Let Sara Akers with RunsOnMagic plan your next runDisney weekend! IG @runsonmagic or you can go to www.RUNSONMAGIC.com or email her runsonmagictravel@gmail.com Use Promo Code 321GO
"I felt really relieved and happy and proud, and just so thankful that I took a chance on myself and chose to keep believing in myself." Sara Hall just ran her fourth — and fastest — marathon of 2024. At the Valencia Marathon, Sara ran 2:23:45, smashing her own American Masters Marathon Record by three minutes, and finishing tenth overall. From the Marathon Trials to Boston to Chicago to Valencia, today Sara returns to the Ali on the Run Show for a year-end reflective. Plus, what Sara's excited about in 2025. SPONSORS: Sidekick: Click here to get 15% off any recovery tool. Lagoon: Click here to take Lagoon's 2-minute sleep quiz to see which pillow is right for you. (Emma Bates and I are both Otters!) Use code ALI at checkout for $25 off your next Lagoon order. In this episode: Where in the world is Sara Hall? (2:20) How Sara is feeling after running four marathons this year (5:00) What it took for Sara to run her fastest marathon of the year (17:00) How Sara regained her strength and confidence after the Boston Marathon (22:15) Sara reflects on the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials Marathon (30:30) Sara's favorite memories from the 2024 Boston Marathon (32:40) How Sara remembers the 2024 Chicago Marathon (34:10) Why Sara wanted to run the 2024 Valencia Marathon (36:45) What's next for Sara? (48:20) All about Coach Sara (51:45) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
“I like having new goals and challenges. The marathon feels like almost a different sport. It's like a second career. It's breathed a lot of life into my training, just having fresh goals all the time.” My guest for today's episode is Sara Vaughn, who just delivered a standout performance at the New York City Marathon where she finished as the top American in sixth place overall running 2:26:56 in a year marked by comebacks. The 38 year old mother of four wasn't about to let a tough season slow her down after battling illness and dropping out of the Chicago Marathon. Just three weeks ago, Sara decided to make a quick pivot and set her sights on New York and it paid off massively. In this episode, she shares a bit about her untraditional journey to the starting line and how she balances elite competition with her family life. We talk about her remarkable rebound, her plans to keep pushing forward and what drives her as a professional runner and mother. Host: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram Guest: Sara Vaughn | @smevaughn on Instagram Time stamps: 3:09 - Initial reflections from the NYC Marathon 5:01 - Having to drop out of the Chicago Marathon, shifting her focus to the NYC Marathon 6:14 - What her goals were for Chicago, how those goals changed for NYC 8:40 - When things started to click for her in training 10:29 - How her training has changed since starting to work with coach Alistair and Amy Cragg 11:52 - What's kept her in the sports for so long 15:37 - Racing her daughter Kiki in an 800m 21:12 - What her goals were on the day of the NYC Marathon 22:57 - Thoughts when the big move was made at 1st Ave 24:37 - Reflecting on Jenny Simpson's marathon 27:58 - Hardest part of the race 28:49 - Crowds during the final part of the race 33:46 - Feelings after crossing the finish line 36:16 - Going after the 2025 World Championships team 36:50 - Answering listener questions SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS WAHOO: KICKR RUN - a new revolutionary treadmill offering the freedom and form of outdoor running at home, from Wahoo Fitness. Run hands-free and focus solely on the joy of running with the innovative RunFree Mode - which adjusts to your stride and pace automatically. For the first time runners can now fully benefit from indoor training apps such as Zwift Run and the Wahoo app for an immersive training experience that delivers unmatched realism and results. Learn more at WahooFitness.com OLIPOP: For the past year, we've redefined Olipop as more than just a healthy drink known for its gut microbiome with a low sugar content and a much better alternative to regular soda. You know there are more than 16 flavors, including classic root beer, cherry cola, and lemon-lime. You know it as The Runner's Soda. Get 25% off your orders by using code CITIUS25 at drinkolipop.com.
“[Coaching] is fulfilling, but it also sincerely does make me better. It makes me a better athlete. Miguel (Marin), just the way that he wanted to get better as a person and as a runner. He was a young person, didn't have life figured out and was still trying to figure himself out. I'm still trying to figure myself out. Just seeing him put the effort into himself that he did. There were so many times that made me be like, ‘I can do this. I can be better and improve upon things about myself and my emotional stability, my mental stability.' All these things improve just by the relationship that we had.” My guest for today's episode is CJ Albertson. Just three weeks after setting a personal best of 2:08:17 at the Chicago Marathon, CJ came into the New York City Marathon and delivered another stellar performance, finishing 10th in 2:10:57. CJ's year has been nothing short of extraordinary—top American at both the Boston and Chicago Marathons, a 5th-place finish at the Olympic Trials, and now, another top-10 finish in New York. No American had ever run sub-2:11 marathons so close together, but CJ isn't one to shy away from a challenge. We'll talk about his mindset, his breakout year, and his relentless pursuit of faster times. Plus, CJ also shares a bit about how he was running in memory of Miguel Marin, who was one of his athletes who ran track and cross country at Clovis Community College. The 22-year-old died in a car crash over the weekend. A GoFundMe has been set up to assist with his family's expenses. You can find the link to it here. Plus, we do our overrated/underrated segment on training elements with CJ to close out the show. Host: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram Guest: CJ Albertson | @cjalbertson on Instagram Time stamps: 3:24 - Reflections on his past year of marathoning 8:07 - Which of his marathons was the most satisfying this year 10:14 - How he approached racing both the Chicago and NYC marathons 13:10 - Factors that led to his improvement 15:13 - Hopes for what's next in his career 22:25 - Race breakdown: 1st Ave 24:51 - Race breakdown: 5th Ave 28:32 - Thoughts on how to close the gap on becoming top American 30:24 - How he hopes to continue improving 36:30 - Race weight + fueling strategy while racing 41:08 - Going after the 2025 World Championships team 50:02 - Reflecting on Miguel Marin, his athlete who just passed away 56:40 - Answering listener questions 1:02:02 - How coaching others makes him a better athlete 1:04:24 - Overrated/underrated: training methods SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS WAHOO: KICKR RUN - a new revolutionary treadmill offering the freedom and form of outdoor running at home, from Wahoo Fitness. Run hands-free and focus solely on the joy of running with the innovative RunFree Mode - which adjusts to your stride and pace automatically. For the first time runners can now fully benefit from indoor training apps such as Zwift Run and the Wahoo app for an immersive training experience that delivers unmatched realism and results. Learn more at WahooFitness.com OLIPOP: For the past year, we've redefined Olipop as more than just a healthy drink known for its gut microbiome with a low sugar content and a much better alternative to regular soda. You know there are more than 16 flavors, including classic root beer, cherry cola, and lemon-lime. You know it as The Runner's Soda. Get 25% off your orders by using code CITIUS25 at drinkolipop.com.
"I do everything that I do as if I literally, truly love it." Rad Lopez grew up in the Bronx. He was raised by a single mom who "didn't have much," but who made magic happen for her children every day. Rad used to work at a gym in the Bronx — cleaning toilets, towels, and locker rooms, not coaching or training — and would look out at the runners on New York City Marathon day. He said one day, that would be him. Spoiler: check! Today, Rad Lopez is a Peloton instructor and Nike-sponsored athlete who made his 26.2-mile debut last year at the Chicago Marathon. He was intrigued enough that he ran his second marathon, the New York City Marathon, one month later. This weekend, Rad will run the TCS New York City Marathon for the second time. In this episode, he talks about how training has gone, about his "victim vs. underdog" mentality, and about why you should do things scared. FOLLOW RAD @radichell SPONSORS: VOLVO CARS: New sponsor alert! Click here to get an exclusive offer on a Volvo purchase or lease. (I'm completely obsessed with the XC90!) Sidekick: Click here to get 15% off any recovery tool. In this episode: “How did today's run go, Rad?” (2:25) Rad recaps his day at the Bronx 10 Mile (3:50) Rad's take on the running community (6:25) Why Rad wanted to run this year's TCS New York City Marathon (8:35) What Rad's marathon training has been like (11:00) Rad's history with the NYC Marathon (13:30) How Rad became a runner (19:00) Why Rad wanted to run his first marathon (21:45) Rad remembers his first marathon finish line (32:00) Rad's goals for this year's NYC Marathon (35:10) What Rad's childhood was like (42:45) Where Young Rad found inspiration, and the difference between a victim mentality and an underdog mentality (50:00) How Rad got the Peloton job (55:45) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
"I just kept picturing kindness and all these people that I knew would show up for me, and I wanted to show up for them. And for you. And for myself, frankly." I returned to Chicago for the second time, and it was awesome. In this episode, I'm recapping all of the action from Chicago Marathon weekend, including the Abbott Chicago 5K, the New Balance live show, and, of course, race day. Plus, all the social stuff, an architecture tour, and a meaningful moment on the lakefront. SPONSOR: New Balance. Click here to shop New Balance's latest releases for the season. (The SuperComp Trainer is my favorite daily shoe, and I ran the Abbott Chicago 5K in the SC Elite v4!) In this episode: All about my role at this year's Chicago Marathon (1:30) Thursday: travel day! (8:50) Friday: a morning walk and run, a meaningful lakefront encounter, a press conference, an architecture tour, and a girls night (14:00) Saturday: the Abbott Chicago 5K and a live show with Emily Birthday Girl Sisson, Emma Coburn, and Joe Bosshard (36:50) Sunday: Chicago Marathon day! (57:30) Monday: homeward bound (1:19:15) Listener Q&A (1:21:45) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
"I hate to admit it, but I'm already kinda looking forward to the next one." Matthew Centrowitz is best known as the 2016 Olympic gold medalist in the men's 1500m. But that's not what we're talking about today! Today, Matt makes his Ali on the Run Show debut in the wake of making his marathon debut! Matt ran the Chicago Marathon as an official pacer, and this is his official race recap. Matt paced a group of American women including Keira D'Amato, Betsy Saina, and Emma Bates, ultimately finishing in 2:24:36. In this episode, Matt shares all, from the pre-race meetings and logistical learnings to what exactly happened at 37K. (Up next for Matt: Dad Mode! His wife is pregnant and they are expecting their first child next month.) FOLLOW MATT @mgcentro SPONSORS: VOLVO CARS: New sponsor alert! Click here to get an exclusive offer on a Volvo purchase or lease. (I'm completely obsessed with the XC90!) UCAN: Click here to get a FREE UCAN training essentials pack (you'll just pay the cost of shipping), and use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. In this episode: How Matt is feeling post-marathon (2:30) How Matt celebrated his 35th birthday (4:00) In summary: How was Matt's first marathon? (6:35) Matt talks about all the pre-race logistics (11:25) How Matt ended up training for — and running — a marathon (28:00) How Matt got the job of Chicago Marathon Pacer (41:45) What the start line was like (48:00) The pressure of pacing (53:15) How Matt's race played out (56:20) On the camaraderie of American women distance runners (1:03:30) How Matt felt after the race (1:18:10) What's next for Matt (1:23:35) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
From poor tune-up races to switching up nutrition, pro runners face the same lessons more casual runners do. Laura Thweatt is a 2:25 marathoner, professional runner for Saucony, and former US cross country champion. She placed 5th in the 10k at the 2016 Olympic Trials and 5th in the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials. We talk about: The emotions before a goal race and working with a sports psychologist during a taper Using a training journal to calm pre-race nerves and boost confidence Injury management with high mileage Handling a bad tune-up race Laura's goals and strategies for the Chicago Marathon (which she had to pull out of after recording due to an Achilles injury) Laura's approach to nutrition and using higher carb products during long runs How runners can celebrate breakthrough performances and absorb them before moving onto new goals If you liked this episode, could you take a minute to leave a 5-star rating and review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts? Links & Resources from the Show: Laura on Instagram Get your own Performance Training Journal to prepare for your next personal best. Boost your mental toughness, banish pre-race anxiety, and build more confidence before your next race. Thank you 2Before! We are supported by 2Before, a powerful sports supplement made from New Zealand Blackcurrants designed to increase endurance, manage inflammation, support immunity, and promote adaptation. 2Before helps to boost performance by increasing blood flow, making it more efficient for the body to pump oxygenated nutrient-rich blood into the muscles. So, if you want to try to boost your performance and immune system, use code JASON for 30% off 20 packs and multi-serve packs at 2Before.com. Thank you to 2Before for supporting Strength Running! Thank you AG1! We're also supported by AG1, the greens superfood mix. This is a category-leading greens mix that has 75 vitamins and minerals, prebiotics, probiotics, antioxidants, and adaptogens. It's recommended by professional athletes and has over 7,000 positive reviews. One scoop per day is what I've been doing to help me fill in any nutrition gaps in my diet. It also provide a nice boost of energy and focus throughout the day. With all 3 of my kids in school, I know I need to support my immune system or else I'm getting sick and can't train. I also love that AG1 has changed over the last decade. They've made 53 improvements to the formula based on the latest research to make these nutrients more absorbable and rigorous with the 3rd party testing that they do. For our listeners, they are offering a year's worth of free Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs of AG1 with your first purchase. You can sign up for single shipment or for a monthly drop – the choice is yours. Check out AG1 to redeem your offer today.
We are posting this early because we know you need some fun and feisty content for your weekend long runs. This one is all about Chicago, and Kara promises that it could be a rampage discussing the new world record set by Ruth Chepngetich. Is it or is it not? You be the judge, but we can promise the discussion will be different than you think. This episode represents precisely why Des and Kara started this podcast in the first place. Nobody asked them, and nobody talks about these topics the way they do. Also, HUGE shout-outs to Brooks athletes CJ Albertson and Susanna Sullivan for finishing as 1st Americans. They both made the live podcast in Chicago, and then crushed it 36 hours later. Coincidence? We think not! Come for the hot takes on Chicago and stay through the Olipop Top 5 at the end! Also, thank you to our sponsors for this episode. To support them and in turn support the podcast... - Get your fresh pair of Brooks Glycerin Max at brooksrunning.com. - Download the TCS NYC Marathon app to prep for tracking all of your favorite runners including Des and Chris on November 3rd. Plus, don't forget to tune into the broadcast to see all of the ways technology is changing the broadcast game thanks to TCS. - Get your Olipop fix, use code NOBODYASKEDUS for 15% off at drinkolipop.com.
In today's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Susanna Sullivan, who recently finished seventh in the Chicago Marathon with an impressive time of 2:21:56, marking a personal record of two minutes and 31 seconds. This achievement places her as the 10th fastest American woman in history at this distance. Susanna is also a dedicated sixth-grade math ... more »
Trump’s messaging against immigrants is getting darker, according to a Politico analysis of more than 20 of his recent rallies and campaign events. Meanwhile, Harris has been meeting with Arab American and Muslim leaders in Michigan. Yasmeen Abutaleb of the Washington Post talks about where the race stands. TikTok executives have long known about app’s effect on teens, lawsuit documents allege, according to NPR. We saw some unusual political campaign messaging over the weekend, written in the skies over NFL games. NBC has the details. In other sports news, Ruth Chepng'etich won the Chicago Marathon and broke a record. The Chicago Sun-Times breaks down why the race has become known for records. And finally, SpaceX successfully launched the fifth test flight for Starship, the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built. But that’s not the most exciting part. CNN explains.
"Sometimes a short build up can do a miracle. So I'm hoping for the miracle in Chicago!" In a stacked field of elite runners, Betsy Saina is absolutely one to watch at this weekend's Chicago Marathon. Betsy is a 2:19 marathoner — a time that makes her the third-fastest American woman marathoner (behind Emily Sisson and Keira D'Amato). She's a 2016 Olympian who competed in the 10,000m, and she's the 2024 USATF 25K Champion and women-only American record holder in that distance. She's a three-time NCAA champion who ran at Iowa State University, and she currently lives and trains primarily in Kenya. In this conversation, Betsy — who is a mom to three-year-old Kalya — talks about how she's feeling heading into the Chicago Marathon. She talks about the fall earlier this year that derailed her training and set her back several weeks, and about how she's come back from a DNF at the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. Plus, whether or not she's planning to go for an American Record in Chicago, what it's like training alongside Joyciline Kepkosgei, and more. Running Chicago? Here's everything you need to know. FOLLOW BETSY @sainabetsy SPONSOR: Vuori: Click here for 20% off your first Vuori purchase. What you'll get on this episode: How Betsy was feeling a few weeks before the Chicago Marathon, and what motherhood looks like lately (2:40) What Betsy's Chicago Marathon training has looked like, and all about the fall that derailed the first few weeks (6:25) Is Betsy targeting the American record in Chicago? (10:50) How Betsy feels about the taper (19:15) On racing alongside training partner Joyciline Jepkosgei, and what Betsy thinks she can run in Chicago (21:30) Betsy looks back on the U.S. Olympic Team Trials Marathon, and how she reflects on that day (26:20) Why Betsy is running this year's Chicago Marathon, after being shut out of the professional field in 2023 (30:15) When and why Betsy started running (32:00) Betsy, one week later (38:30) What will make Chicago a success? (43:30) Betsy's advice for first-time marathoners, and for marathoners chasing big dreams (45:40) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
"I looked like a fainting goat at mile 20." Logan Aldridge just might be the real-life human version of a golden retriever. But as charming and funny and lovable as he may be, Logan isn't afraid to kick your butt and make you sweat. Logan is a Peloton instructor who is best known for his adaptive classes. When Logan was 13, he was wakeboarding with his family and the rope around his arm became entangled in the boat's propeller. It cut through all of Logan's arm muscles, down to the bone. His left arm — and he was a lefty at the time — had to be amputated. Remarkably, Logan never let this keep him down. He relearned how to do everything with his right arm and hand, and went on to become "The Strongest One-Armed Man on Earth." Most recently, Logan became a marathoner! He ran the 2023 Chicago Marathon, and is currently training for this year's New York City Marathon. FOLLOW LOGAN @loganaldridge SPONSOR: Lagoon: Click here to take Lagoon's 2-minute sleep quiz to see which pillow is right for you. (Emma Bates and I are both Otters!) Use code ALI at checkout for 15% off your order. IN THIS EPISODE: How Logan's New York City Marathon training is going (2:45) Why Logan wanted to run a marathon (6:20) On finding community in the marathon (9:30) How Logan learned how to run a marathon (11:30) On having time goals for a first marathon, and how Logan's first marathon — the 2023 Chicago Marathon — played out (16:00) What Logan learned about himself in the process of becoming a marathoner (25:40) Logan's advice to this year's Chicago Marathon runners (30:45) How Logan is approaching his New York City Marathon training (38:20) When Logan shifted from being obsessive about fitness goals to wanting to enjoy the process (43:45) How Logan got his job at Peloton (47:30) On being a daredevil — and what Logan hasn't done (59:00) What's top of mind for Logan now, a month out from the New York City Marathon (1:02:45) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!
"Remember the entire journey, because it's very special." It's almost time for the 46th running of the Chicago Marathon! The 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 13, and this episode is packed with all the information you need before you head to the start line. (And yes, you really should plan to get there two hours early. We'll explain why!) The elite fields are stacked (Bates! D'Amato! Saina! Chepngetich! Hall! Rojas! Rooker! Frisbie!), and they'll be followed by tens of thousands of runners en route to 26.2-mile glory. Get ready. Get psyched. And get that Goose Island at the finish! Planning to tune in from home? Here's how to watch. SPONSORS: Sidekick: Click here to get 15% off any recovery tool. UCAN: Click here to get a FREE UCAN training essentials pack (you'll just pay the cost of shipping), and use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. In this episode: Chicago Marathon executive race director Carey Pinkowski talks about what to expect at this year's race (5:00)) How to get in, how to watch, and how Chicago is committed to sustainability (31:00) What to know about getting to the start and navigating the athlete village (37:00) Chris "Coach Worm" Wehrman and Robyn LaLonde talk Chicago Marathon course strategy (48:00) All about the finish line experience and tips for spectating (1:17:40) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!