Podcasts about Chicago Marathon

Emma Grace Hurley is back on the podcast, and this time she's getting ready for a big first: her marathon debut at the Chicago Marathon. Emma Grace has put together an incredible year across just about every distance. She won the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile, set an American record in the 8K, finished second at the USATF 5K Championships, and most recently placed fifth at the World Half Marathon Championships in Copenhagen, running 66:23 as the top American finisher. In this conversation, I catch up with Emma Grace ahead of Chicago to talk about the decision to move up to the marathon, how training has looked, what she's learned from racing the half marathon, and how she's approaching 26.2 for the first time. Emma Grace is sponsored by ASICS and coached by Andrew and Amy Yoder Begley. Support our sponsors: HUUG makes high-quality bras and underwear designed to actually fit and support your body through every phase of life. Their pieces are comfortable, functional, and built for movement, making them a go-to for everyday wear, running, and training alike. Use the code Lindsey for 15% off at huug.com. Previnex – I start my day with Previnex Gut & Green Superfoods and end it with their Sleep Health Plus. I trust Previnex because their products are third-party tested, backed by science, and designed to help support energy, recovery, sleep, immunity, and healthy aging. Use code ANOTHER for 15% off your first order at Previnex.com. If you've already used that code, you can also use LindseySuperfoods, LindseySleep, or LindseyStrength depending on the product you're trying. Lagoon – Getting good sleep is one of the best things I can do for my recovery, and I truly love my Lagoon pillow. I sleep hot, so the Cooling Otter Pillow has been a game changer, and I love that I can customize the fill to get just the right amount of support. Take their quick sleep quiz and use code LINDSEY for 15% off your order. The post Episode 708: Emma Grace Hurley: 5th in the World to Her Marathon Debut in Chicago appeared first on SandyBoy Productions.

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As we enter the home stretch of 2026, we've got your guide for October. We're talking Sox hats, budget battles, early voting, apple orchards, and tips for the Chicago Marathon. Plus, we need your help sourcing the best spots for Halloween costumes. Good news: SAUCED Night Market  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773-780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 1 episode: Enjoy Illinois Chicago Architecture Center - Open House Kowalski Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Today's episode features conversations grounded in movement. First, we check in with a doctor whose new book explores the impacts of nontraditional medicines – like dance, food and community – on our cognitive health. Plus, we sit down with Evanston mother Megan Lassman about training to run and push her 21-year-old daughter in a stroller in the Chicago Marathon.GUESTS: Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark, author of Medicine for All People: Science and Ancient Wisdom for Revolutionary HealingMegan Lassman, Evanston motherFor a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

We're back to update you on the latest racing/training shoe updates from adidas, New Balance, Nike, Saucony, and Topo. And we're looking ahead to the action at next week's Chicago Marathon.

Chicago Marathon season is here, and Mike is the only one of us actually running it. So naturally, we have a lot to say.This week, Mike takes us inside his peak marathon training before we get into the chaos surrounding Chicago's stormy 20-mile weekend, and whether running through bad conditions is really something worth bragging about.Then things take a turn.We catch up on the latest chapter in the Camille Herron saga, try to make sense of one very messy HYROX finish, talk wearables, the Chicago Marathon course change, and ask why marathon merch can't just be better.We close things out looking back at some of our favorite Chicago Marathon memories and how Mile 23 went from the “dead zone” of the course to one of the most special places in Chicago running.Brands come and go. Mile 23 remains.Find us on IG Courtney - ⁠@courtneynphillips⁠Ian - ⁠@acoolthought⁠Mike - @mikeb_runninIntro by producer Dini - ⁠@dinibeats⁠

This Week on the Better With Running podcast with Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman. With the Chicago Marathon just around the corner, the hosts are joined by returning fan-favorite guest Rory Flanagan (the Prince of Bendigo) and Run2PB coach Ben Stoltz to discuss massive training blocks, race-kit aesthetics, and major marathon tactics. On the running and NFL front, the San Francisco 49ers (unofficially adopted by the Run2PB community) are sitting strong at 3–0 after a tight 36–30 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Brock Purdy is playing at an MVP level, throwing 4 touchdowns, including an 80-yard score by Deebo Samuel that Chris has dubbed the "immaculate reception". Meanwhile, Chris clocked 66km for the week, highlighting a tough threshold session and a solid 20km long run while continuing his quest for an AMACX raspberry gel discount code. The core of the episode shifts to the Chicago Marathon buildup, featuring Rory and the Choccy Milk Run Club (CMRC) crew preparing to head stateside after a massive training block. Ben Stoltz notes that Rory has been exceptionally consistent, logging 100–105km of running weekly alongside 40–80km on the bike and structured gym work. By visiting Ben's new venture, The Movement Co, for baseline testing, Rory added targeted plyometrics and single-leg strength routines that boosted his strength metrics by 30% over three months and kept his long-standing Achilles issues at bay. Looking toward race day, Rory is dialing in his kit with the Puma Fast-R model and aiming for a smart, conservative start (targeting an 80-minute split for the first half depending on conditions) to finish strong by passing runners in the latter stages.To close out the episode, Rory tackles a rapid-fire session where he ditches Garmin Connect for its brutal "unproductive" notifications in favor of Strava and chooses the Mona Fartlek for elimination because he is "too vague" to track all the short rep beeps properly. He also reflects on his favorite athlete of all time: Andrew Lloyd and his legendary come-from-behind victory in the 5,000m at the 1990 Commonwealth Games. Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8s3cmw9IcDE--Oat Running Socks is proud to partner with the Better With Running podcast and Run2PB, keeping our community moving in absolute comfort. Engineered for peak performance.Oat Running Socks | Official Partner of Better With Running & Run2PB

"I think one of my biggest problems is I finish every race and think, 'I think I can go faster!'" If you follow the sport, you probably recognize Alana Levy. The New York City-based runner and member of Brooklyn Track Club is seemingly everywhere these days. From local staple races like the New York Mini 10K and the Fifth Avenue Mile (where Alana just won the open division in a personal best 4:38) to major marathons, like the 2025 Chicago Marathon where Alana earned her Olympic Trials Qualifier, running 2:36:53, to this year's Boston Marathon, where she improved her personal best by more than two minutes, racing in the pro field and finishing in 2:34:50. She's logging 100-mile weeks, winning races, and qualifying for the Olympic Trials Marathon — while working full-time as the director of product management at Pearl Health. In this conversation, Alana talks about her relationship with running and how it has evolved over the years, and about what it's like being a part of the ever-evolving New York City running community.  FOLLOW ALANA @yo_lans SPONSOR:  New Balance. Click here to get your hands on the just-released SC Rebel. You're going to love it! Lagoon. My favorite pillows and pillowcases! Click here to get the limited edition Ali on the Run x Lagoon Cool Flex Performance Pillowcase (!!!), and use code ALI at checkout for 15% off. IN THIS EPISODE: What's making Alana happy today, and what she's into right now (3:20) All about Alana's job as Director of Product Management at Pearl Health (14:55) What Alana's relationship with running is like right now (16:55) Alana reflects on "Young Lans," her childhood in Chappaqua, NY, and her experience running in college (18:40) On graduating from college and trying to figure out what to do next (29:00) How Alana has found her place in the New York City running community (35:30) How Alana became a 2:34 marathoner (41:25) Alana's OTQ journey (44:50) What it was like racing the 2026 Boston Marathon in the pro field (56:40) What Alana's relationship with running looks like right now (1:04:20) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Subscribe to the newsletter Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon 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 called my shot. I'm confident in my ability to still chase the American record. I've already learned so much this build that it's already been a success.”My guest today is Brooks professional marathoner and Suunto-supported athlete Clayton Young, joining us two weeks before the 2026 Chicago Marathon.Earlier this spring, Clayton finished 11th at Boston in 2:05:41 after a ten-week build that followed a significant injury and a change in sponsors. He's spent months preparing for Chicago with a bigger goal in mind: chasing Conner Mantz's American marathon record of 2:04:43.Part of that ambition came from watching Josh Kerr call his shot at the mile world record. Clayton took to heart the idea of creating the conditions for a breakthrough, and he's written the same declaration in his journal every day: “I, Clayton Young, will break the American record on October 11th, 2026 at the Chicago Marathon.”But his tune-up at the Great North Run didn't go as planned, and he had an MRI afterward. For the first time, Clayton shares the extent of the injury and what it means for Chicago.We also talk about the psychology of stating his goal publicly, the data behind his training decisions, how Coach Eyestone has adapted, and what Clayton makes of Chicago competitors Charles Hicks and Vinny Mauri. He explains why this race feels different from Boston—and what he wants spectators to yell when they see him on the course.We discuss:– The daily journal ritual– Having fun is a skill he has had to practice– Josh Kerr's mile world record as the direct inspiration for calling his shot with the American record attempt– The contrasting psychologies with Charles Hicks– Dr. Craig Manning and the purpose of a goal– Abundant mentality on the field: Charles Hicks, Vinny Mauri and the rest of the young Americans entering this distance. There are only three Olympic Trials spots and only one American record, but this sport is growing and there's enough for everyone. He's actively working against the scarcity mindset and wants all of them to succeed.– Coach Eyestone's adaptations to recent success by other runners– The data gathering from Commons Clinic, Stride, Suunto, Brooks Sports Research Lab– The build being the best training of his career– The injury and the first public disclosure of its extent– What it means for the 2026 Chicago Marathon– What he learned from The Great North Run– What to yell on course for him+ More____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOLIPOP: Like sparkling apple juice and gummy apple rings blending into one, Olipop's Crisp Apple is so tantalizingly sweet and refreshing it makes every day feel like a celebration. If you haven't had tried Olipop yet, grab a can and see what the hype is all about!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 at checkout to get 25% off your orders.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUUNTO: The Suunto Run 2 is their new flagship watch built specifically for road running and the marathon. You get around 10 days of battery with daily use and 24 hours in performance mode with dual frequency GPS. The watch also tracks your sleep, HRV, and training balance, so you know when to push and when to back off in your workouts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you're in the market for a new watch, check out the Suunto Run 2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.KAIZEN: kaizen is a training app that starts with your running history to set the baseline and then updates around the training you do. kaizen looks at the bigger picture of your training to know your current fitness. The app translates your last few months of training into an accurate view of how your current fitness, taking a big picture view that quiets the noise of individual workouts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download today in the App Store or Google Play and get two weeks free with code CITIUS within the app.⁠

The Relay crew is back after the Berlin Marathon, where Tigst Assefa came incredibly close to history while battling a serious Achilles injury in the final kilometers. Peter, Erika, and Lindsey break down the performance before turning their attention to the stacked Chicago Marathon field, the American record chase, and Lindsey's upcoming debut announcing at the Chicago finish line.They also get into what makes a good interview with a professional runner, the relentless NCAA racing calendar, and why some athletes may ultimately benefit from leaving college with more room to grow. Erika opens up about her own return from a sacral injury, why New York is looking increasingly unlikely, and the difficult balance between wanting to race and protecting a long-term career.Plus, Peter shares lessons from coaching middle school cross country, Erika compares her approach to running to a chaotic game of Monopoly, and the crew celebrates the wonderfully unpredictable training and racing philosophy of CJ Albertson.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/relayandtrialsGoodr makes fun, affordable performance sunglasses that are built for runners, with a no-slip, no-bounce fit and polarized lenses that keep up with every adventure. Head to Goodr.com/relay to get $10 off your first order and find a pair that's as functional as it is fun.

Are you ready to tackle 26.2 miles in the Windy City? This week, Tommie and Aaron break down everything you need to know to prepare for the Chicago Marathon, from packing your bags to conquering "Mt. Roosevelt" at the finish line! SUPPORT THE SHOW Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pr-project-podcast/id1744936895Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2rNI60zlORbkS9ghe5uw1n?si=7f5b4e97dc5d4999 ABOUT THIS EPISODE It is just Tommie and Aaron holding it down this week, and we are going all-in on Chicago Marathon preparation! If you are traveling for a marathon this fall, this is your ultimate guide. We break down the do's and don'ts of your packing checklist, the real secrets to carb loading, and how to avoid the trappings of the race expo. We also cover the logistics of choosing a shakeout run, planning your marathon eve dinner, and how to stop doom scrolling the night before the race. Once race morning hits, we talk about getting to the start line and keeping your effort honest in the first half of the race. We also dive deep into the Chicago Marathon route details, including that dreadful out-and-back portion and the infamous "Mt. Roosevelt" waiting for you at the end! Beyond the marathon, we react to Wiz Khalifa becoming the newest running superstar, discuss Hyrox's latest incontinence scandal, and review the On Cloudboom Strike 2. Plus, Run Culture Court is in session to decide what actually constitutes a proper PR and to yell at people who walk in lane 1 of a public track! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 03:15 - Packing Checklist Do's and Don'ts for a Travel Marathon 06:34 - Tips On Carb Loading for the Marathon 09:15 - Avoiding the Trappings of the Race Expo 10:25 - Choosing A Shakeout Run 15:15 - Planning Marathon Eve Dinner 18:02 - Doom Scrolling the Night Before the Marathon 21:01 - Getting to the Start Line On Race Morning 28:45 - Keeping the Effort Honest in the First Half of the Chicago Marathon 32:00 - Route Details of the Chicago Marathon 41:25 - Hyrox's Latest Incontinence Scandal 43:26 - Wiz Khalifa is the Newest Running Superstar 47:45 - Run Culture Court: Walking In Lane 1 of a Public Track 49:35 - What Constitutes A Proper PR 51:50 - Shoe Review: On Cloudboom Strike 2 CONNECT WITH THE CREW  Instagram:   / the.pr.projectTommie:   / tommie_runzAaron:   / aaronxworldwideGary:   / garyisarunner #ChicagoMarathon #MarathonTraining #WizKhalifa #OnRunning #CloudboomStrike2 #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #RunCulture

This week, we are joined by Niall Connaughton (@nnncee on Instagram), who shares his journey from Gaelic football to Ironman, discusses training, nutrition, and triathlon challenges, and offers practical advice for beginners and seasoned athletes alike for the upcoming Dublin Marathon, as well as thoughts on running the Chicago Marathon, New York Marathon, 4 of his 11 Ironmans in Lanzarote and much more20:00 We welcome Niall Connaughton23:13 Balancing a high-pressure career with endurance training27:48 Nutrition strategies for travelling athletes and macro considerations31:42 Getting started in triathlon: beginner tips and first race advice33:43 How to approach swimming as a beginner36:45 Barriers to swimming in Ireland and solutions39:07 Why Niall chose Ironman over marathon and other races40:23 Training in Lanzarote and the appeal of the island43:22 Involving family in training trips and balancing life46:12 Recap of Niall's toughest Ironman experience48:24 Managing setbacks and injuries psychologically50:12 The importance of love for the training process56:29 Tapering strategies for race day58:09 Approach to long runs and race pace59:31 Distance versus time in training61:21 Training blocks and structuring sessions64:26 Using cycling for aerobic base and recovery65:36 Comparison of Chicago and New York marathons72:12 Experiencing race day in major marathons74:11 How to start training for triathlon and next stepsThe Ultrapure 5K Running Bundle is a must have for your running routine. Shop HEREGet the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!! If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie. ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).altarfuel.com

Der Berlin-Marathon sollte für Esther der große Tag werden: monatelanges Training, enormes Investment und das ambitionierte Ziel, den deutschen Marathonrekord anzugreifen. Doch schon die Nacht vor dem Rennen wird zum Horrortrip – kaum Schlaf, Übelkeit, maximale Anspannung. Und auf der Strecke wird schnell klar: Heute läuft es nicht wie geplant.In dieser Folge sprechen Hendrik und Schmidti über einen harten Berlin-Marathon für das Team Pfeiffer. Hendrik erzählt so offen wie selten davon, wie er die Situation als Ehemann, Trainingspartner und engster Vertrauter erlebt hat. Gemeinsam mit Schmidti sprechen die beiden darüber, was hinter Esthers Ausstieg steckt, woher der enorme Druck kam und warum die Entscheidung, ein Rennen aufzugeben, manchmal die schwerste von allen ist.Hendrik und Schmidti sprechen darüber, ob Esthers ambitioniertes Ziel von 2:19 trotzdem seine Berechtigung hatte, wie man mit Rückschlägen im Leistungssport umgeht und welche Wege nach einem solchen Rennen offenstehen. Hat Esther noch einen Plan B in der Tasche? Und welche Auswirkungen hat das Berlin-Erlebnis auf Hendriks anstehenden Chicago Marathon. Außerdem:

“I've allowed my brain to anchor on the fact that I can run 2:04. It's physically possible — and that's as good as it gets as a signal. Now let's go find out what the trend looks like.”My guest for today's episode is Charles Hicks  and the last time we had him on was right after he ran 2:04:35 at the Boston Marathon. A lot has happened since then. His wife graduated law school. They got married. They went on a honeymoon. And then Charles moved out to Park City, Utah, to train at altitude for the first time in his career — no tent, no simulated environment, just real air at real elevation — for what will be his third marathon in less than a year.That third marathon is the Chicago Marathon, and Charles is going into it with a specific goal he's been comfortable saying out loud: he finished second American in New York, second American in Boston, and now he wants to be first American in Chicago. The American record conversation is happening around him — Clayton Young has called his shot publicly — but Charles's approach to it is characteristically his own. Beat the guy next to you. Let the record follow if it's going to.In this conversation, he takes us through how Chicago has been on the plan since a text thread in 2024 where he and Jerry mapped out New York, Boston, Chicago in sequence; we get into some of his training and what organic altitude training has taught him about pacing discipline that sea-level training couldn't and much more. He's one of the most philosophical marathoners you'll find.Discussed in this episode:– Organic altitude — why no tent in Park City– What altitude training actually teaches you– The timeline from Boston to Chicago– The goal for Chicago — first American, not the American record– “Anchor” versus “ceiling” — a key distinction– The mileage log for this block– Daisy-chaining — the philosophy behind the continuous training– The earache that set up the best workout of his career– What the taper feels like after 125-130 mile weeks– The Vinny Mauri subplot– The track work– Training alongside Cole Sprout and Kieran Tuntivate– The brain podcast on solo easy runs– Race day logistics+ More____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOLIPOP: Like sparkling apple juice and gummy apple rings blending into one, Olipop's Crisp Apple is so tantalizingly sweet and refreshing it makes every day feel like a celebration. If you haven't had tried Olipop yet, grab a can and see what the hype is all about!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 at checkout to get 25% off your orders.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUUNTO: The Suunto Run 2 is their new flagship watch built specifically for road running and the marathon. You get around 10 days of battery with daily use and 24 hours in performance mode with dual frequency GPS. The watch also tracks your sleep, HRV, and training balance, so you know when to push and when to back off in your workouts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you're in the market for a new watch, check out the Suunto Run 2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.KAIZEN: kaizen is a training app that starts with your running history to set the baseline and then updates around the training you do. kaizen looks at the bigger picture of your training to know your current fitness. The app translates your last few months of training into an accurate view of how your current fitness, taking a big picture view that quiets the noise of individual workouts. ⁠⁠Download today in the App Store or Google Play and get two weeks free with code CITIUS within the app.⁠

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Emma Grace Hurley joins the podcast after the race of her life: a 66:23 half marathon PB at the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, good for fifth place and a historic team silver medal for the US women. She breaks down her race strategy, the chaotic Atlanta trials where she was led off course in the final mile, and why she chose the half marathon over the 5K. With her Chicago Marathon debut just two and a half weeks away, Hurley opens up about her sub-2:20 fitness, carb fueling strategy with Never Second, and the unconventional path that took her from an unremarkable college career at Furman, where she never qualified for NCAAs in track, to becoming the #3 American half marathoner of all time.

“I haven't really taken the time to appreciate it yet. I think if you had told me on the front end that was going to happen, I would have been floored. But now I'm just like, okay, I gotta refocus on marathon training.”My guest for today's episode is Emma Grace Hurley and since we last had her on in May, a lot has happened. She went to Copenhagen last weekend and finished fifth at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in a personal best of 1:06:23, an American record for an all-women's race. She also helped the United States women's team claim the silver medal — a result that, going into the day, wasn't even on anyone's radar. The team went 5th, 6th, and 7th with her, Weini Kelati, and Jess McClain all finishing within 30 seconds of each other, and the photo of the three of them at the finish is one of those American women's distance running moments that we want to blow up into a poster.In 19 days, she runs the Chicago Marathon for her debut at the distance. So there was no easing into the post-Copenhagen glow, no week off, no victory lap. She got home, got drug tested, and went back to training.Emma Grace is an ASICS athlete who trains under Andrew and Amy Begley at Heartland Track Club in Indianapolis. She came into this season as the American record holder at 8K, won the USATF 10-Mile title at Cherry Blossom, and finished second at the USATF 5K Championships in her own city. The Copenhagen team silver was the chapter that closed out the Atlanta misdirection story from March, where she was one of the three athletes who was sent off course in the closing mile of the US half marathon championships and ultimately earned her spot in Copenhagen through the special exception World Athletics granted.Discussed in this episode:– Copenhagen hasn't settled in yet– Why Chicago– The two-marathon plan before the Olympic Trials– Coach Andrew Begley's training philosophy– The Jenny Simpson's quote that she carries– The heat disruption in Indiana this Summer– What the Mini 10K taught her– What Falmouth taught her– The Copenhagen race plan — and where it went sideways– The photo at the finish line with Jess McClain– American women's distance depth– The Copenhagen post-race chaos– Andrew's assessment post-race– The women's-only record bonus– What she doesn't know she doesn't know– How to cheer for her in Chicago– Why she's a little sad marathon training is almost over____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOLIPOP: OLIPOP's Citrus Rush packs apple, lemon, lime, and orange juices with 60mg of green tea caffeine for a bold, refreshing blast of flavor ready to fuel your next adventure. If you haven't had tried Olipop yet, grab a can and see what the hype is all about!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 at checkout to get 25% off your orders.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ALTRA: The new Vanish Carbon 3 was built for race day. A patent-pending split-toe carbon plate delivers the rigidity you need for speed while letting the big toe engage in a more powerful way. Underneath it, a supercritical two-piece full PEBA foam — Altra's lightest and most responsive ever. And Altra's Racing FootShape leaves room for your toes to splay and generate power. Don't just run. Vanish. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Head to ⁠⁠AltraRunning.com⁠⁠ and use code CITIUS10 for 10% off your first purchase.⁠⁠⁠⁠SUUNTO: The Suunto Run 2 is their new flagship watch built specifically for road running and the marathon. You get around 10 days of battery with daily use and 24 hours in performance mode with dual frequency GPS. The watch also tracks your sleep, HRV, and training balance, so you know when to push and when to back off in your workouts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠If you're in the market for a new watch, check out the Suunto Run 2⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Fall marathon season is in full swing, which means long runs, unpredictable weather, and trying to balance training with everything else going on in life. This week, the Karen talks about surviving a brutal Chicago 20-miler in the rain and wind and the trio chat about how to approach key workouts when the weather isn't cooperating and when it makes more sense to adjust a training plan.Rachel also has some exciting news: she's officially walk-running again! She shares about her return to running after injury, the nerves that come with starting over, and why even a few minutes of jogging can feel like a huge milestone. They also discuss Keely Hodgkinson's speed suit from Athlos: London and whether this could be the future of racing kits.Today's episode also covers breaking 3:00 at the Chicago Marathon, fueling, getting to the start line, and what to do when bad weather gets in the way of marathon training. Karen, Megan, and Rachel also answer a listener question about getting out of a running slump while planning a wedding, how to keep running fun without a race on the calendar, and some simple strategies for becoming more of a morning runner.Plus: wedding-weekend runs and how to find the right balance between running and everything else life throws at you._________________Find this week's Zappos recs here:Karen: Levi's Baggy Dad JeansRachel: Studio Fleece Midweight High-Rise Oversized Cuffed PantsMegan: Nike Free Metcon 7_________________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORZappos is an online retail destination for the best in footwear, offering the selection and expertise runners need to take on each day with confidence. Zappos carries an extensive assortment of performance running shoes, including leading brands like HOKA, Nike, Brooks, New Balance, ASICS, On, and more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the latest selection on footwear on Zappos.com or in the Zappos app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_________________CHICK CHAT– Send us your questions at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gettingchickedpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or DM us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gettingchicked⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YOUR HOSTS– Karen Lesiewicz | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kare_les on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Rachel DaDamio | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rdadamio on X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Megan Connelly | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@meganmorantwwe on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW OUR SHOW– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Apple Podcasts here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Spotify here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the show on Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

As they prep for their big race, Bridget and Kyle caught up about all things Chicago Marathon!

"It's running friendship in true form. We would not otherwise be friends. We're different ages, our kids are different ages, we live completely different lifestyles. She's as organized and type A as it gets, and I could not be further from that. And it works. Running brings people together, and it's so special to have that connection. We make fun of how different we are in the rest of our lives, but in running, we jive." On the day we recorded this episode, Arielle Chernin dropped her three daughters off at school. She has three girls ages five and under, with three different drop-off and pick-up locations. Then, she completed her 20-mile training run for the upcoming Chicago Marathon before putting in a day's work at the Brookline Food Pantry, where she is the organization's operations manager. The Newton, MA-based 3:02 marathoner is booked and busy, but she's having so much fun along the way. In this conversation, Arielle talks about finding her mom strength, and how that's changed her life on the run and beyond. She talks about running a personal best (3:02) at the Boston Marathon earlier this year, when she was six months postpartum, and about the big goals she's ready to share for next month's 26.2 in Chicago. Plus, all about her career path, her wild first birth story ("baby born on bathroom floor!"), and how she approaches training and racing. SPONSOR:  New Balance. Click here to get your hands on the just-released SC Rebel. You're going to love it! IN THIS EPISODE: All about Arielle's friendship with fellow runner Emily Oster (2:55) What's making Arielle happy today, and what she's into right now (7:40) How Arielle's relationship with running has evolved over the years (10:25) Arielle's earliest Boston Marathon memories (16:15) What motivates Arielle on the run (19:20) Arielle's wild first birth story (29:30) How Arielle's Chicago Marathon training is going (36:00) All about Arielle's job as the operations manager at the Brookline Food Pantry (44:15) Arielle talks about why she loves running whimsy (48:00) How Arielle ran a marathon PR six months after having her third daughter (51:50) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Subscribe to the newsletter Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon 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!

Andreas Almgren became the first non-African man in 30 years to win the World Half Marathon Championships, running 58:06 in Copenhagen and reigniting debate over whether he can contend at the New York City Marathon. The US women earned team silver with three runners in the top 10, Emma Grace Hurley, Weini Kelati, and Jess McClain all delivering stellar performances, while the US men took bronze. Jakob Ingebrigtsen was stunned in the men's 5K by Eritrea's 21-year-old Dawit Seare, who is now headed to NAZ Elite. The hosts dissect Vinny Mauri's jaw-dropping Strava training logs ahead of the Chicago Marathon, debate whether Athlos is sustainable after its third edition in London, and close with Niels Laros' Achilles surgery and discussion of Sam Blaskowski's racist slurs.

Anthony Privitelli is the founder of Rally, the app that lets your people leave you voice notes that play automatically at every mile marker on race day. I love Rally so much that I had to know the story behind it. Thank you to Abby Anderson for introducing us!During this episode, we talk about:[2:00] The Sicilian nickname situation — why colleagues call him Tony but family and friends use Anthony[4:00] His pre-Rally life building an AI-powered walking-tours app with ex-TikTok coworkers, and its surprising tie back to Descript's own origin story[5:00] Seven years as an early Patreon employee (2013–2020), watching the entire creator economy get built in real time, before a stint at TikTok[8:00] Being 36 and building his latest startup while sleep-deprived with a one-month-old [12:00] The moment Rally was born: driving across a locked-down Orange County to catch a friend for a five-second flyby at her marathon, then thinking, "That's it?"[14:00] Cold-testing the very first version of Rally on four strangers from Reddit's "first-time marathoners" subreddit [16:00] The X-rated voice notes he had to quietly delete during beta testing, and the PSA that came out of it[19:00] Why Rally deliberately hides who left you a voice note until you choose to find out[23:00] How gifting a voice note works, the new race-bundle pricing, and the DM mix-up that led one user to think a friend had already gifted theirs[30:00] The "Go, Abby, go" voice note that still gives him goosebumps, and the harder ones — messages from people who passed away before their loved one's race day[39:00] Turning down $15–20K a month in ad revenue to keep Rally's share pages clean[47:00] The brand and race partnerships so far — Goodr, Shokz, Orange County Marathon, Pittsburgh, and Indy Mini — and building an ambassador program for everyday runners instead of just big creators[56:00] The next problem he's trying to solve: building a fundraising feature into Rally the right way, without stepping on races' existing charity partnerships[1:02:00] Being a brand-new dad to one-month-old Sophia, and the honest reason — beyond the newborn — that he pulled out of the Chicago Marathon this year[1:08:00] His hot take on "hard work" [1:15:00] His go-to mental mantra on race day: "your body will go further than your mind"[1:18:00] What's next for him — trying to break an hour in a solo HYROXPrevious Guests MentionedAbby Anderson⁠ - Episode 133Rob Perez - Episode 150Lindsey Hein - Episode 100Other LinksDownload Rally - runwithrally.comFollow Rally on Instagram @runwithrallyGet your ticket to our Post Race Celebration event with Athletic Annex and Brooks Running — use code FLAMS for $10 offEnter our Indy giveaway — closes Tuesday, September 22ndFollow me on Instagram @allytbrett_runsSubscribe to Finish Lines & Milestones weekly newsletterThis is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.

This morning, our friend Bridget challenged Producer Kyle in the Chicago Marathon to win a Flyaway to see Riley Green!

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2:19:19. Diese Zahl steht zwischen Esther und dem deutschen Marathonrekord. Und ausgerechnet ihr Mann Hendrik soll sie in Berlin als Coach, Ehemann und Pacemaker über 42,195 Kilometer bringen – während er selbst mitten in der Vorbereitung auf den Chicago Marathon steckt.Was macht so ein Rekordversuch mit dem Kopf? Wie viel Druck ist gut – und wann wird er gefährlich? Und wie schafft man es als Laufpaar, gemeinsam auf ein großes Ziel hinzuarbeiten, ohne dass der Erfolg des einen zum Stress für den anderen wird?In dieser Folge von „Einer rennt, einer hinterher“ wird es deshalb so persönlich wie selten. Wir sprechen über Team Pfeiffer, mentale Stärke, Erwartungen, Medienrummel, Tapering und die letzten Tage vor dem Marathon.Aber natürlich geht es auch ums Eingemachte im Training: 20×400 Meter, 5×5 Kilometer, 3×6 oder 4×6, Trainingsweltmeister, Marathon-Tempo und die Frage, wie viel eine harte Einheit zwei Wochen vor dem Rennen überhaupt noch bringen sollte.Hendrik erzählt außerdem, warum eine Marathonvorbereitung niemals umsonst ist – selbst wenn das große Ziel im Rennen verpasst wird. Und wir sprechen darüber, wann es sinnvoll sein kann, nach einem missglückten Marathon kurzfristig noch einen zweiten Versuch zu starten.Dazu: Hendriks 28-Kilometer-Rennen in Münster, Christians Countdown Richtung Köln und ein Thema, das für jeden Läufer relevant ist: Tapering bedeutet nicht nur weniger Kilometer – sondern weniger Energie für alles, was man sonst noch leisten muss.Berlin. Köln. Chicago. Drei Marathons, drei Ziele – und jede Menge, was in den nächsten Wochen auf dem Spiel steht.

In today's episode, Karen and Rachel catch up on what they've been up to, including Rachel's week in Tahoe with her family and Karen writing “don't get chicked” in chalk for all the runners of Chicago to see. The Chicks also chat about Femke Broeders-Bol's breakthrough season in the 800m after making the jump from the 400m hurdles. They get into her first season at the distance, her incredibly close race with Audrey Werro at the Brussels Diamond League final, and the current state of the women's 800m.They also get into heart rate monitors and the COROS arm band and take a trip down memory lane with some old race results, close races, and the weird ways runners remember their own PRs.Plus: How do you approach racing a marathon on your anniversary? _________________Find this week's Zappos recs here:Karen: Crocs Brooklyn Buckle Low WedgesRachel: New Balance Classic 327_________________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORZappos is an online retail destination for the best in footwear, offering the selection and expertise runners need to take on each day with confidence. Zappos carries an extensive assortment of performance running shoes, including leading brands like HOKA, Nike, Brooks, New Balance, ASICS, On, and more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the latest selection on footwear on Zappos.com or in the Zappos app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_________________CHICK CHAT– Send us your questions at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gettingchickedpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or DM us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@gettingchicked⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YOUR HOSTS– Karen Lesiewicz | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kare_les on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Rachel DaDamio | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rdadamio on X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Megan Connelly | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@meganmorantwwe on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW OUR SHOW– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Apple Podcasts here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Spotify here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the show on Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Clayton Young is chasing the American Record—and in this episode, we're talking about what it really takes to perform at the highest level.In Episode 226 of the Elevate Your Running Podcast, we're covering elite marathon training, my latest Chicago Marathon training updates, and one of the most important performance tools a runner has: your mindset.Clayton Young is coming off an incredible stretch of marathon racing and has his sights set on the American Record. We'll talk about what makes Clayton such a consistent and competitive marathoner, what elite runners can teach all of us about the process, and what it looks like to chase a big goal when the margin for error is incredibly small.I'll also share a Chicago Marathon training update, including what my training is looking like, how I'm approaching the final stages of marathon preparation, and the lessons I'm learning along the way.And finally, we're diving into something every runner can use: how to make your mind your greatest asset. Your mindset can either become a limiting factor or one of your biggest performance advantages. We'll talk about confidence, staying present, handling hard workouts, managing doubt, and learning to trust the work you've put in.Whether you're training for a marathon, chasing a PR, working toward a Boston Qualifying time, or simply trying to become a stronger and more confident runner, this episode will give you plenty to think about—and hopefully put into practice.In this episode:• Clayton Young's pursuit of the American Record• What we can learn from elite marathon training• My latest Chicago Marathon training updates• How to build confidence as a runner• Turning your mindset into a performance advantage• Staying focused when training gets hard• Learning to trust your training and yourself• The mental side of chasing a big marathon goalIf you're ready to run stronger, think stronger, and elevate your running, this episode is for you.Resources & Links:Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programselevateyourrunning.comInstagram – Join the CommunityElevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappyEmail Coach Sara for podcast feedback, training questions, and if you're curious about working together! Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara's training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscriptionCheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% offSkratch Labs - Use this link for 20% off your next order!Where to Listen:

Thomas Nobbs is a professional marathon athlete with a 2:09 PR, and endurance coach. His progression to 2:09 speaks for itself, and his public strava profile shows how he has balanced lots of low intensity running and key quality sessions. Thomas is currently training for the Chicago Marathon, where he plans to once again improve his marathon PR.  Thomas: teamrunrun.com/coach/tom-nobbs | IG: @nobbs.not.knobs | Strava: Thomas Nobbs Episode Sponsors: LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase) deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20 (20% Off) Podcast Details: Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo  Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Journal: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Zach: zachbitter.com | IG: @zachbitter | X: @zbitter | FB: Zach Bitter | Strava: Zach Bitter   

What happens when you decide that life—and running—actually begins after age 50? In this episode of Your Story, Your Why, we sit down with Paul Latham, a Jamaican immigrant based in Fort Worth, Texas. Growing up in Jamaica active in casual sports, running was never Paul's primary focus. It wasn't until well into his 50s, after a personal trainer pointed out his need for stamina, that Paul laced up his shoes for a three-mile walk on a local track.After running over 200 5Ks and becoming comfortable at the half marathon distance, a coworker challenged Paul to break through his self-imposed limits by entering the Chicago Marathon lottery. Winning a spot launched a transformative distance-running career. Now preparing for his 13th marathon at the Cape Town Marathon, Paul reflects on the value of stepping outside comfort zones, the power of volunteering at major World Marathon Majors, and his goal to stay moving well into his 80s and 90s.Key TakeawaysLife Begins Whenever You Decide: Age is not a barrier to starting distance running; Paul ran his first marathon after turning 50.Break Self-Imposed Ceilings: Often, the only thing holding us back from longer distances or bigger goals is a mental limitation.Volunteer for Perspective: Serving as a course marshal or aid station volunteer builds deep gratitude for race directors and fellow athletes.Value Experiences Over Things: The connections, travel, and personal growth gained through distance running far outweigh material items.Connect with Paul Latham: FacebookTraining Program Mentioned: Cowtown TrailblazersRaces Mentioned: Chicago Marathon, Cape Town Marathon, Boston Marathon, Cowtown MarathonFollow Marathon Journal: Website | InstagramWhat goal have you been holding back on because it felt outside your comfort zone? Drop a comment on our latest post or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts to let us know!Resources and LinksShare Your ThoughtsConnect with Us:Our website: https://www.marathonjournal.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/@marathonjournalFollow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607

Meghan Howard is back to share what she's been up to since she ran a breakthrough marathon in Toyko earlier this year!We spent time connecting on how she is thinking about her next marathon in October, the Chicago MarathonHow she balances running high volume (86 - 90 miles a week) with life, staying consistent while having fun!What she's changing for her Chicago Marathon buildHow being a Lululemon Ambassador gives back in more ways than she could have ever imagined! Resources & Links:Follow Meghan on Instagram Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programselevateyourrunning.comInstagram – Join the CommunityElevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappyApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara's training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscriptionCheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% offSkratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!Where to Listen:

Five years ago Dr. Sofi first joined Pac Talk. A lot has changed since — for her business, her body, and for Piet too. This episode is a full catch-up covering three big things: how to actually prevent ACL injuries in young athletes, why she's dedicating part of her career to training the next generation of physical therapists, and what it really looks like to balance being a business owner, physical therapist, gym owner, athlete, and wife all at once.Dr. Sofi runs Raw Performance in San Dimas, where roughly 60% of her caseload is kids. She breaks down what she's actually seeing in her clinic — the majority of ACL tears she treats come from soccer and flag football, roughly 75% in female athletes, driven by a combination of overtraining without recovery, inadequate strength training, and in some cases nutrition trends swinging back toward "skinny is better." She also gets into the research connecting hormonal fluctuations during ovulation to increased ligament laxity and ACL risk — an important, underdiscussed piece of the picture for parents of young female athletes.They tackle the biggest myth head-on: that lifting weights stunts a child's growth. It doesn't. Dr. Sofi trains kids as young as four, and the evidence is clear that properly supervised strength training builds resilient tendons, ligaments, and joints — the exact opposite of what old-school thinking assumed.Beyond the clinical side, this episode gets personal. Dr. Sofi opens up about teaching at Azusa Pacific to help train the next generation of PTs, training for the Chicago Marathon while running her own practice, learning to set boundaries with clients, and why choosing to do something that scares you — whether that's a marathon or standing in front of a room of grad students — is exactly what keeps you growing.This one's for parents of young athletes, for anyone juggling multiple roles and wondering how to do it without burning out, and for anyone who believes community and education are just as important as reps in the gym. Connect with Dr. SofiInstagram

Noah Droddy is back on the podcast! Noah is a 2:09 marathoner, retired professional runner, new dad, co-host of D3 Glory Days, and now works for Blistering Pace, where I'm lucky enough to work with him at a couple of their races each year. In this episode, we talk a lot about the transition from professional running to building a career outside of the sport. Noah opens up about realizing he was ready to walk away from professional running, the difficult period that followed, the rejection and uncertainty of his job search, and how he ultimately landed at Blistering Pace. We also talk about becoming a new dad, supporting his wife Emma as she trains for the Chicago Marathon, his changing relationship with running, some of the highs of his professional career, D3 Glory Days, and why he wants other athletes navigating this transition to know they don't have to do it alone. I think this conversation is relatable far beyond professional running. Transitions are hard, and Noah speaks so openly about identity, purpose, rejection, and figuring out what comes next. Support our Sponsors: Previnex – I start my day with Previnex Gut & Green Superfoods and end it with their Sleep Health Plus. I trust Previnex because their products are third-party tested, backed by science, and designed to help support energy, recovery, sleep, immunity, and healthy aging. Use code ANOTHER for 15% off your first order at Previnex.com. If you've already used that code, you can also use LindseySuperfoods, LindseySleep, or LindseyStrength depending on the product you're trying. Lagoon Getting good sleep is one of the best things I can do for my recovery, and I truly love my Lagoon pillow. I sleep hot, so the Cooling Otter Pillow has been a game changer, and I love that I can customize the fill to get just the right amount of support. Take their quick sleep quiz and use code LINDSEY for 15% off your order. Run Hard Half: The Run Hard Half in Lexington, South Carolina, offers a 5K, 10K, and half marathon on November 14, with the event supporting the Run Hard Children's Program and its work teaching life skills to kids through running. Go to RunHardHalf.org and use code ANOTHER10 for 10% off registration. AquaOmega: AquaOmega offers concentrated omega-3 supplements made exclusively from anchovies and available in soft gels or liquid form to support heart health, brain function, mood, and healthy aging. Go to MyAquaOmega.com/another and use code ANOTHER for 20% off. The post Episode 703: Noah Droddy: Life After Professional Running appeared first on SandyBoy Productions.

Carolyn Coffin and I met through the SandyBoy Productions podcast network — she hosts the Inspired Soles podcast and just celebrated her 300th episode.During this episode, sponsored by Kila and Huug, we talk about:[01:32] Learning to embrace milestones without ever feeling like she "knows what she's doing"[06:00] Life in Winnipeg, Manitoba[13:00] Growing up "dabbling" in running and hating a childhood 5K her parents made her run every spring[15:00] The wild story of how her mom found out she was having twins from an X-ray days before Carolyn and her twin brother arrived[24:00] Her brutal, untrained 4:17 debut at the 2000 Marine Corps Marathon — and why it sent her underground on marathons for 15 years[28:00] Getting coached by her brother in her 30s and dropping from a 48-minute 10K to sub-40 almost overnight[30:00] Her path from physiotherapy to health coaching to becoming a run coach, and why that background still shapes how she coaches today[37:00] Meeting her Inspired Soles co-host Kim Sankey and building the podcast from a list of just 50 potential guests[49:00] Coming back in 2015 to run a 3:21 PR at the Vermont City Marathon[51:00] Turning 42 and launching "42 at 42" — the ongoing quest to run her fastest-ever marathon at her current age[52:00] Raising money for a 2020 Chicago Marathon that got cancelled at the last second[54:00] Getting pulled off the course at the halfway point of the 2022 Manitoba Marathon because of extreme heat[59:00] A near-perfectly paced 3:23 at CIM that reignited her belief a sub-3:21 was still possible[60:00] Hiring a two-time Canadian Olympic marathoner as her coach[63:00] The 2024 Chicago Marathon bathroom emergency that cost her a PR by about three minutes[65:00] Winning the Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas 10K outright — and wearing the finish tape out on the town that night[70:00] Discovering The Marathon Project — the pandemic-born race in Arizona — and DNF'ing it despite a great training block[81:00] Coaching 15 women toward a sub-1:40 half marathon and a client chasing a sub-44 10K this September[82:00] Her rhythm and fight mantras, including the one she saves for the finish: "it's go time"Previous Guests MentionedWhitney Heins - Episode 163Lindsey Hein - Episode 100Sponsor DetailsKila - Use ALLYB for $50 off your first orderHuug - Use ALLYB for 15% off your order (combinable with buy 3, get 1 free)Other LinksFollow me on Instagram @allytbrett_runsSubscribe to Finish Lines & Milestones weekly newsletterThis is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.

459: European Athletics Championships | Izzi Batt-Doyle This episode is brought you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, a proud supporter of the Inside Running Podcast, it keeps us fuelled on our long runs and races. Izzi Batt-Doyle is this week's guest host, sharing her recent run of half marathons around Australia and her preparation for the Chicago Marathon. Julian remembers the days when he flew around the You Yangs. Brady gets in some quality time alongside his son. IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It's an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning This week's running news is presented by Precision Fuel & Hydration, they make it simple with a free online planner, visit precisionhydration.com and get your numbers. European Athletics Championships held in Birmingham featured the return of Jakob Ingebrigsten defending his 5000m crown, Andreas Aalmgren dominating the 10000m, Audrey Werro upsetting Keeley Hodgkinson in the 800m and Georgia Hunter-Bell winning a tactical 1500m. Results via World Athletics Jimmy Whelan places second at the Podium 5K in Manchester, running a time of 13:50 https://www.instagram.com/p/DcHBfOPsERl/  US 1500m Champion Jonah Koech sanctioned for irregularities in his biological passport, accepting a 3 year ban for blood doping. Lets Run Report Whispers are waiting on the World Road Racing Championships announcement then Moose contemplates some Core Lord behaviour. This episode's Listener Q's/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. How would you plan a training week if you only had an hour a day, plus a long run?  Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast  

The hardest part of marathon training is finding the time to marathon train. It depends who you are, but that excuse often works for me. Life is busy and there are plenty of reasons to be content with an easy 5-mile run before work each day, though do that for six months and you quickly realize that rather than progressing the fitness just continues to erode.Looking for some new motivation to get me out the door this summer, I decided that it was time to do another fall marathon. Nike approached CITIUS MAG and asked whether anyone on our team was interested in running this year's race. I decided it was finally time to do the Chicago Marathon. Having done three marathons before, I have learned that each one comes with a new curriculum of education. Experience is valuable and that's why I am going to be leaning in on arguably the greatest distance runner in American history, Galen Rupp, to help guide my training.In addition to having won two Olympic medals, Rupp also has a Chicago Marathon title to his name. Those are better accolades than mine, which is a 2:26 from the 2025 Houston Marathon. I'm hoping that with Galen in my corner to write workouts and give some regular advice that I can get that down.This is the initial consultation. Galen comes in cold on my training history. We work through a full marathon training philosophy and discuss: consistent mileage as the foundation of marathon training, the role of cross training, long run structure/distance, the two-week training block model, why I need to train my endurance more than my speed, the shoe rotation philosophy, Chicago's pancake flat profile requiring no specific course prep, nutrition and gut training starting now, age and recovery at 35 vs. 40, the mental work of logging each session's goals and reflecting after, and lastly the goal.____________Kyle's Recent Training:May 25 — 5 x 1,000m @ 3:20 (5:22/mile pace)May 30 — 5K in 17:30 (5:38/mile pace)June 2 — 5 x 1,200m @ 3:58 (5:19/mile pace)June 9 — 10 x 800m @ 2:45 (5:32/mile pace)June 13 — 5 x 1 mile @ 5:17June 16 — 3 x 2 miles @ 5:20/mileJune 19 — 8 x 1,000m @ 3:18 (5:19/mile pace)July 1 — 7 x 1,200m @ 3:59 (5:21/mile pace)July 5 — 15 miles easyJuly 7 — 2 x 3 miles @ 5:26/mileJuly 10 — 15 miles, with 6 miles alternating @ 5:53 averageJuly 13 — 10 x 30-second hills + 10 x 300m @ 53 seconds (4:44/mile pace)July 17 — 10 x 1,000m @ 3:17 (5:17/mile pace)July 19 — 16 miles, with 4 x 2 miles @ 5:50/mileJuly 21 — 4 miles @ 5:26/mile, then 3 x 1 mile @ 5:18July 26 — 18 miles, with 8 miles @ 5:40/mileJuly 30 — 5 x (2K @ 5:26 pace // 1K @ 6:19 pace)Aug. 2 — 20 miles @ 6:28/mileAug. 5 — 3 x 3 miles @ 5:21/mileWeekly mileage: A six-week progression from 62 miles to 72.____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSVELOUS: VELOUS makes recovery footwear designed to help runners bounce back faster between sessions. Their sandals feature Tri-Motion™ Technology: a technical three-density foam system and contoured footbed engineered to cushion impact, support your arches, and help your toes stretch and relax on every step. They keep your feet and legs properly aligned after you put in all of those weekly miles. Run. Recover. Repeat. with VELOUS! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 20% off your VELOUS order with code CITIUSMAG20 at checkout including FREE Shipping!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OLIPOP: OLIPOP's Citrus Rush packs apple, lemon, lime, and orange juices with 60mg of green tea caffeine for a bold, refreshing blast of flavor ready to fuel your next adventure. If you haven't had tried Olipop yet, grab a can and see what the hype is all about!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 at checkout to get 25% off your orders.⁠⁠

LIVE from Veterans Park in Manchester, New Hampshire during the Delta Dental Elliott Corporate 5K. The live recording is part race-day prep, part life update, and part behind-the-scenes look at the energy, chaos, and fun of recording on location in the heat. You will get to hear a few of the following and more...A summer catch-up with Eric and ErikaUpdates on running, training, and upcoming ultra/endurance racesA preview of Anchor Down 24 and what the race weekend will look likeNews about the switch to Riverside for hosting, video, clipping, and publishingA live on-the-ground conversation at the Delta Dental Elliott Corporate 5KTom Raffio from Delta DentalKelli Rafferty - VP and Chief Philanthropy Officer of the Elliot HostpialCharity and community impact of the racePlans for Chicago Marathon training and fundraisingA hilarious ongoing debate: Six Star Erica vs. Seven Star EricaMillennium RunningDonate towards the Solinsky Cancer Center HERETime Stamps00:15 Summer Catch-Up: What's New?10:49 Podcasting Evolution: New Changes and Features17:37 Summer of Love Series: Highlights and Reflections18:59 Community Engagement: Charity and Running Events25:18 Tom Raffio - Delta Dental's Involvement in Community Health26:47 The Evolution of the Millennium Race29:28 Upcoming Events and Personal Goals32:18 Summer Catch-Up and Future Plans39:37 The Delta Dental Elliott Corporate 5K45:01 Fundraising and Community Impact52:03 Kelli Rafferti - Introduction to Elliott Health System and Philanthropy53:35 Community Support and Fundraising Initiatives56:51 Elliott's Role in Local Health Events01:00:51 Personal Experiences and Community Impact01:01:47 Reconnecting and Life Updates01:04:19 Running Adventures and Challenges01:07:40 Dog Tales and Training Trials01:10:28 Upcoming Races and Community EventsPart two from the LIVE recording drops on Thursday!

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Peloton just got hit with a $20.5 million verdict after a federal jury sided with Japan's NEC Corporation in a patent dispute over the streaming tech in the Bike and Tread — on Episode 476, Crystal and Tom break down what the ruling actually means for Peloton going forward. They also cover a Napa Valley hotel adding Peloton Spaces, quiet new Outdoor Run Club teams, and a new "follow" filter in the Peloton app. On the instructor side: Aditi Shah at the Time 100 Creators event and her new 7 Days to Better Sleep program, Kirsten Ferguson confirming the Chicago Marathon, Christine D'Ercole's classical music ride, Matt Wilpers bringing back Power Zone Max, and Hannah Frankson's UK Carnival Celebration ride, plus the TCO Top 5 listener-recommended classes. New episodes every Friday wherever you listen to podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Abby Prentice and I met years ago at Monumental's very first Indianapolis 5K, when I saw her running the Monumental Community Mile with her mom.During this episode, sponsored by HUUG and Goodr, we talk about:How the Community Mile has become a family tradition Getting her brother Ryan hooked on running, from spectating her races to signing up for Monumental this fallThe trail fall at Avon Town Hall Park that left her covered in bloodFundraising for Team Chicago Run, and how a friend's foundation unexpectedly landed her a New York City Marathon bibGrowing up in the small town of Covington, IndianaBeing a sprinter and high jumper in high school, and specializing in high jump at Indiana State, including getting to run Division I cross countryMeeting her husband, Deshaun, on the high jump squad in collegeHer first marathon (Chicago, 2023), trained completely solo, versus how much easier her second (Monumental, 2024) feltFounding Indy Social Run Club — weekly run club based out of Athletic AnnexBecoming a brand ambassador for Indy Monumental, the Indiana Women's Running Festival, and Lululemon Keystone, and how she got into content creationRunning the aid station — a "tiki bar" themed pit stop — at the Full Mo ultramarathon, and just how much work goes into itHer go-to fuel (Tailwind, Never Second, Huma) and current shoe rotation (ASICS Superblast and Novablast, New Balance SC Elite, Nike Vomero+)Her running mantra ("You can do hard things") and go-to running music (Big Booty Mixes)What's next: Fort Ben 5K, Chicago Marathon, New York City Marathon, and the Monumental 5KPrevious Guests MentionedRachel Sinders - Episode 8Himanshu Varandani - Episode 28Gordon Strain - Episode 43TJ Dailey - Episode 68Kelvin Quang - Episode 167Sponsor DetailsHUUG - Use ALLYB for 15% off, combinable with their buy 3, get 1 free promoGoodr - Use ALLYB for $10 off your first orderOther LinksLittle Five extras signup (Aug 2nd)Abby's Chicago Marathon FundraiserIndiana Women's Running Festival - Use code ABBYVIP for a discountCNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon - Use code ABBY26 for a discountIndy Half Marathon at Fort Ben 5K - Use code ABBY26 for a discountFollow Abby on Instagram @abby__prenticeFollow Indy Social Run Club on InstagramFollow me on Instagram @allytbrett_runsSubscribe to Finish Lines & Milestones weekly newsletterThis is a SandyBoy Productions podcast.

For someone who has yet to reach his 27th birthday, Thomas Nobbs has already spent a lifetime in the world of competitive running. Since joining his first track club at age seven, the Vancouver native quickly found his stride, falling in love with the work harder/run faster equation that distance running offered. He also found his stride on the track and went on to assert himself as one of the country's top youth athletes, with a pair of national youth championship golds in the 3,000m and 2,000m steeplechase. But for someone who loved to work hard, the risks associated with a high-output approach began to grow, and Nobbs spent much of his late high school and early university careers sidelined with injuries, including multiple stress fractures. Nevertheless, the passion for running never faded, and after wrapping up a university career at UBC in 2022, Nobbs began exploring the world of longer distances on the road, a journey that eventually, and inevitably, took him to the marathon. Since debuting three years ago, the 26-year-old has steadily improved his time over 42.2 km, most recently with a breakout performance in March in Rockland State Park, NY, where he won the McKirdy Micro Marathon in 2:09:24. It was a three-minute personal best and made him the fourth fastest marathoner in Canadian history. After years climbing his way back through injury, the former youth champion finds himself once again among the best in the nation, and will make his Abbott World Marathon Major debut in October in Chicago, entering that field as the top-ranked Canadian. This week on The Shakeout Podcast, Tom joins the show to recap his breakout race, the big-mileage training that got him there, and what he's learned from the highs and lows of 20 years immersed in the world of competitive running. Follow Thomas @nobbs.not.knobs Cover Photo: Max Collier Subscribe to The Shakeout Podcast feed on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts.  [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code "SHAKEOUT2026" Click here to order

Sara played tennis all through high school, but running stayed casual for her, a mile here or there, until 2023, when she signed up for her first 5K and then got sidelined by a health complication for most of the year. By summer 2024 she was back on the trail outside Chicago, and after watching the para-athletes and half marathoners at a local race, she reached out to a charity for a Chicago Marathon bib almost on impulse. She texted her fiancé that she thought she'd just signed up for 26.2 miles. He wrote back, "You think?"But by no means was training easy for her. A flooded house sent her and her husband to live with his in-laws for nine weeks that August, running took a back seat to insurance calls and contractors, and her peak mileage never got close to where it needed to be. She made it to the start line anyways, but a chaotic corral search, the Chicago heat, and something that happened to her knee around mile seventeen turned the back half of that race into a fight she wasn't sure she'd win. What got her from that curb to the finish line is a story you're going to want to hear.Follow along with Sara on Instagram at @thatssosaaraa !Follow along with the show: 

Sent us text! We would love to hear from you!The world speaks one sporting language, and it isn't ours. In Episode 257, Commander Drew and Dr. Paul tackle a question American fans keep asking, especially with the World Cup landing on U.S. soil: why does the country that dominates so many sports still trail the planet in the one game everybody else lives for? The Wingmen break it down piece by piece—a youth culture where the best athletes chase helmets, hoops, and home runs first; a “pay-to-play” pipeline that turns soccer into a country-club sport and filters talent by family bank account instead of raw ability; an MLS structure built for financial safety rather than global firepower; the missing generational superstar who could put a U.S. jersey on every kid's back; and a commercial-free game that never fit the American TV money machine. The verdict is honest but hopeful: America loves soccer—it just doesn't lead soccer yet.From the pitch to the diamond, the Wingmen answer a question every fan has wondered about: why do ballplayers paint their faces? The answer blends real science—eye black absorbing glare so a fielder can track a ball against a brutal sky—with something deeper: ritual. That swipe of grease is a ballplayer's pre-flight checklist, a small habit that locks in focus before the big moment. The lesson travels far beyond baseball: your game face isn't magic, it's preparation.The Good News segment delivers a triple play. In New Jersey, while World Cup crowds pack fan festivals, the charity Table to Table runs its “Kick Hunger Out of New Jersey” tour—rescuing hundreds of prepared meals from festivals, restaurants, and food trucks and delivering them straight to families who need them, proving that even when our game isn't world-class, our generosity can be. In Chicago, Sister Stephanie Baliga—once one of the fastest freshman runners in the country—traded Olympic dreams for a religious calling and never stopped running: her Chicago Marathon team has raised over $2.6 million to feed 400 to 500 families a week. The Jet Jolt takes listeners back to the Thunderstorm Project, when combat pilots and meteorologists deliberately flew war-tested Black Widows into the worst storms on earth—getting flipped, hammered, and bounced thousands of feet—so they could map how thunderstorms live and die. Their courage is the reason today's worst weather problem is a delayed pushback and a missing pretzel. Every boring, safe flight in rough weather carries their signature.

I thought I'd take one year off from marathons. Instead, it became seven.In this episode, I'm sharing the personal story behind my return to marathon running, from infertility and IVF to postpartum complications, recovering from a pulmonary embolism, and finding my way back to the starting line as a mom of two.I'm also taking you behind the scenes of my training for the 2026 Chicago Marathon and showing exactly how I'm fueling differently this time around.In this episode: Why I stepped away from marathons for seven years  Recovering from infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum health complications  How Team Abbott gave me an unexpected path back to Chicago  Why my goals look different in my 40s  What to expect as I document my marathon training and nutrition journeyApply to work with Natalie for 1-on-1 nutrition coaching! Have questions or want to request a show topic? DM us @greenletesCheck out Natalie's book

Welcome to season 6 of the Runner's Round Table. This is the Beyond Pace season and features stories that capture each guest's favorite running memory. In this episode Stephanie speaks with Erin Phifer (@erin.runs.a.marathon) about her first marathon training cycle, helping others embrace running as more than a phase, and the running memory where she felt like the runner she knew she was meant to be. Please support this podcast with a rating, review, or a share. Until next time, don't forget to run happy, run strong, and run true to you.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6IJpFIkf9RcAbout Stephanie Diaz:Stephanie is an RRCA (Road Runner's Club of America) and McMillan Running certified running coach with over 10 years of running experience. Additionally, Stephanie is a yoga teacher with advanced certifications in yoga for athletes, Yoga For All, and Empowered Wisdom Yoga Nidra. Stephanie believes that to be a runner is to believe in your possibility as a human through movement. Her favorite running distance is the half marathon (13.1 miles/21 kilometers).https://instagram.com/thecookierunner/https://thecookierunner.netAbout Erin Phifer:Erin Phifer is an RRCA certified running coach and three-time marathoner. Erin began running in her 30s after avoiding physical activity and sports most of her life. At a charity event at the 2022 Chicago Marathon, Erin was inspired by the diversity and perseverance of the runners, and a week later, she signed up to run her own marathon, having never successfully run a mile without stopping. Through a lot of mistakes, a lot of doubt, and a lot of miserable runs, Erin has developed a lifelong love of the sport and an appreciation for every mile. Erin's goal is to encourage runners of all abilities to find joy in the miles and belonging in the running community. https://instagram.com/erin.runs.a.marathonhttps://www.notjustaphaserunning.com/

What do Hawaiʻi hula traditions, an Idaho race called Jackass Half Marathon, Chicago Marathon, Kentucky bourbon-country relays, New Orleans vampires, coastal Maine miles, and Maryland's historic JFK 50 Mile have in common?They are all part of Episode 2 of Running, Reading, and Racing in the USA, Extraordinary Strides' five-part summer series celebrating America's 250th anniversary through the stories we read, the places we explore, and the races that make us want to start a wildly ambitious racecation spreadsheet.This week, we travel from Hawaiʻi through Maryland, with bookish escapes, bucket-list races, local running gems, and the travel details that make each state feel like more than a pin on a map.Featured states: Hawaiʻi, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, and Maryland.You'll hear about unforgettable reads including Molokaʻi, Hula, This Is Paradise, Housekeeping, Idaho, Train Dreams, The Devil in the White City, The House on Mango Street, The Time Traveler's Wife, The Fault in Our Stars, A Thousand Acres, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, Interview with the Vampire, Olive Kitteridge, and The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.On the runcation side, we are talking Kauaʻi Marathon and Half Marathon, The Hapalua, Maui Oceanfront Marathon, Coeur d'Alene Marathon, Jackass Half Marathon and 5K, Mesa Falls Marathon, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Shamrock Shuffle, Quad Cities Marathon, Indy Mini, Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, Carmel Marathon, DAM to DSM, Garmin Olathe Marathon in the Land of Oz, Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon and Marathon, Bourbon Chase, Urban Bourbon Half Marathon, Crescent City Classic 10K, Shipyard Old Port Half Marathon, Baltimore Running Festival, Annapolis 10 Miler, and JFK 50 Mile.You'll also get:• Why Hawaiʻi deserves reading that goes beyond resort-postcard energy• A flat-and-fast Midwest alternative for runners who want great production without a World Marathon Major lottery• Cheryl Massey's insider Indiana recommendations, including the scenic but spicy Brown County Hilly Half• A little Kansas Oz magic, plus a race where themed shoes may be strongly encouraged• Why Kentucky is made for runners who enjoy books, bourbon, bluegrass, and relay vans• A Louisiana preview as Every Woman's Marathon heads there in February 2027• Coastal Maine race ideas, Chesapeake Bay running inspiration, and a few local details worth knowing before you book the tripThis is not a reading assignment or a 50-state race checklist. It is an invitation to get curious.Choose one book. Add one race to your someday list. Then come tell us which state you would most love to read, run, or explore next.Read. Run. Explore. Connect.Have questions or want to chat? Send a voicemail!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. 

In this episode of Hurdle, host Emily Abbate sits down with two-time Olympian and 2018 Boston Marathon champion Des Linden for a conversation about redefining limits. Fresh off completing the legendary Marathon des Sables (MDS)—a grueling, self-supported 167-mile stage race across the Sahara Desert—Des takes listeners directly inside her tent. She shares the realities of surviving on grit, managing endless blisters, and navigating the longest run of her life: a staggering 62-mile day. Des breaks down the exact mindset it takes to avoid "negotiation mode" when the going gets tough and explains how her recent transition into the ultra-trail world has altered her relationship with the sport. Plus, she gives us a behind-the-scenes look at running the Boston Marathon as a "commoner" alongside her husband, Ryan, and her recent trip to the London Marathon. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS The Reality of MDS: Why Des swapped the roads of Michigan for the Sahara, how she managed self-supported gear, and what it’s really like to share a rudimentary tent with seven other runners. Silencing the Inner Negotiator: Des outlines her mental strategy for pushing through low moments and why reaching a state of self-pity only slows down forward momentum. The Blister Protocol: A look at managing the inevitable physical toll of a multi-day desert race and choosing to stay positive through the discomfort. Boston as a one of us: What it felt like to start further back in the corrals, weave through massive crowds, and burn extra matches to finish right before her husband, Ryan. The Next Chapter: Des chats about her strategic pivot to media and storytelling with her podcast Nobody Asked Us, her upcoming plans for the Chicago Marathon, and her sights set on the Havlina 100. QUOTABLE MOMENTS "The guardrails are off. Let's see where this goes." "This is literally what you signed up for... make the decisions to make the right choices because that's really what the event for me is all about." "As soon as we start to feel sorry for ourselves, it's like, you're just not going to be productive. So, take the little wins." "No one's going to fight for you as much as you... if you're not believing in yourself even more than everyone else, you've got to really think about what you're doing." SOCIAL@des_linden@emilyabbate@iheartwomenssports JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. Listen to Hurdle with Emily Abbate on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's podcast features an interview with Great Britain's Paula Radcliffe, one of the best-known names in running for the past 30+ years.Radcliffe first gained international prominence when she won the World Jr. Cross-Country race (on a snowy day in Boston, MA) in 1992. She had a great track career, and then moved up to the marathon, where she enjoyed unparalleled success. Among her biggest wins: three London Marathon titles, and three NYC Marathons.At the 2003 London Marathon, Radcliffe ran a then-almost-unthinkable 2:15:25 to set a world record that lasted for 16 years. It even survived the first several years of the super-shoe onslaught until Brigid Kosgei ran 2:14:04 in the 2019 Chicago Marathon.A little more than a year ago, Radcliffe, then 51, came out of marathon retirement to run the Tokyo and Boston Marathons with finish times in the mid 2:50s. This gave her finishes in the six original Abbott World Marathon Majors races.Radcliffe currently lives in Monaco with her husband, Gary Lough, a well-known coach and agent, and a 15-year-old son, Raphael. Raphael has recently gotten serious about his running, and lowered his 1500-meter best to 3:59. An older daughter, Isla, who had a cancer scare in her teen years, is studying at college in Great Britain.Radcliffe stays deeply involved in the sport through her track and marathon commentary for various TV outlets. She also co-hosts a podcast titled “Paula's Run Club,” and promotes youth-running opportunities with several organizations.In this conversation, Radcliffe talked in depth about her early running experiences and influences, her peak training, her favorite runners, the current women's marathon world record (2:09:56, by Ruth Chepngetich), and much more.To learn more about Radcliffe and her activities, check out her Instagram account.WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"Use your smartphone to download our podcast from Apple, Spotify, Pandora, YouTube, or other podcast players. Once you've selected your favorite app, search for "running state of the sport."With your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can also listen direct to “Running: State of the Sport” at the below internet links.APPLESPOTIFYYOU TUBEAUDIBLEI HEARTPOCKETCASTS

Maggie Lowenthal grew up a gymnast and a sprinter, but spent most of her life convinced that long distance running just wasn't for her. She ran a couple of halves, got into HYROX, built a strength training foundation, but kept watching the Chicago Marathon from the sidelines every fall. She never planned to run it herself, but that changed when she realized the 2025 race would fall on her actual 30th birthday, and her sister was in too.Maggie trained through a Chicago summer, logged her long runs along the lakefront with her charity training group, and showed up on race day with a birthday sticker on her shirt and her friends and family spread across the course. The first half felt almost easy. Then came the miles she had never run before, the sun, and that infamous Chicago down-and-back stretch that has a way of making every runner question their life choices.Follow along with Maggie: @Magggiemoooo (Instagram)Follow along with the show: 

Cupless racing is gaining momentum, with Chicago now introducing refill stations at the Chicago 13.1 and Chicago Marathon to curb the millions of single-use cups discarded at major events. Don't worry, your disposable cups are still there, this is a test, but while the transition raises valid concerns regarding runner gear and congestion, industry experts suggest these are solvable design challenges. Listen in, or Read more, including a full interview on our website marathonjournal.comOur website: https://www.marathonjournal.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/@marathonjournalFollow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607Our website: https://www.marathonjournal.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcastConnect with Us:Connect with Us:Follow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607