Best Marathon Consulting Podcasts (2025)

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289. Heat Training: Run Smarter & Stronger This Summerr 39:15

2d ago39:15

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Whether you’re training in the summer heat or preparing for a race in hot conditions, this episode will cover how the heat affects your body, how to adjust your workouts, and tips for staying safe while training in the warmer months.💡 Increased Heart Rate: When it’s hot outside, your heart has to work harder to pump blood to the surface of your ski…

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How to Enjoy the Whole Process of Long Distance Running with Makena Morley 48:01

2d ago48:01

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There are a million and one ways to train for running. But the best way? To Makena, it’s whatever gives you the most fun. Makena Morley is a long distance runner living in Bozeman, MT and running for ASICS. She graduated from University of Colorado in 2020 and now coaches on the side, too. Listen to hear about: Struggles and challenges of transitio…

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Episode 285: Who Is Using Microsoft Fabric 34:05

3d ago34:05

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Fabric personas were originally designed to break down the various functional roles within Microsoft Fabric—such as Power BI, Data Factory, Data Activator, Data Engineering, Data Science, Data Warehouse, and Real-time Analytics—into more manageable, bite-sized sections. The goal was to prevent users from feeling overwhelmed by the platform’s breadt…

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Q+A with Caitlyn Miller: Run Recovery, Business, and Race Day Prep (Live Recording at Fleet Feet in Boulder) 30:49

4d ago30:49

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We love in-person events. If you missed this one at Fleet Feet in Boulder in April 2025, you can catch up with this recording! Caitlyn Miller is a 26 year old business owner and marathon runner. Caitlyn’s business, Expntl Athletics, specializes in activewear for distance runners. She joined Jon live at Fleet Feet for this live discussion and audien…

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288. Trail Races & Running Vs Road 39:58

9d ago39:58

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Segment 1: Introduction to Trail RunningFirst off, what exactly is trail running? Unlike road running, which takes place on paved surfaces, trail running occurs on natural terrains like dirt paths, rocky trails, and through beautiful forests and mountains.Not only does trail running offer breathtaking views, but it also provides a more challenging …

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Defying the Odds, One Marathon at a Time with Annie Kalter 48:29

9d ago48:29

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What does it mean to show up with joy even in the midst of the hardest seasons? Annie Kalter is a 15-time Boston Marathoner, a mom, a school culture professional, and a woman with an extraordinary story of resilience. After surviving a heart attack that required her to be revived four times, Annie defied the odds to complete her 15th Boston Maratho…

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Make Time for Triathlons and Ultramarathons Even with a Packed Life: Pro Runner Allison Baca 54:22

16d ago54:22

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Hoping to make time for your goals even when you have a million obligations to manage? Allison Baca is a professional trail runner for HOKA. She juggles parenting a 3-year-old and working full time in finance while squeezing in training to compete in big mountain races. Listen to hear about: Getting into endurance sports with triathlons and transit…

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287. Half Marathon Mastery: Crush Your Next Half! 36:05

16d ago36:05

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www.run4prs.com Segment 1: Understanding the Half Marathon First, let’s talk about what a half marathon is. A half marathon is a race that covers 13.1 miles, which is roughly 21 kilometers. It's a great distance for those who want a challenge but aren’t quite ready for the full 26.2 miles of a marathon. Training for this distance comes with numerou…

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Kemberly and Samuel Deane on Fearless Entrepreneurship 41:53

18d ago41:53

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Kemberly Deane, Founder and Owner of Kinfolk Pilates, and Samuel Deane, Founder and President of Rora Wealth join Katrina and Annelise to talk about running two startups while raising their family, and how to fearlessly bet on their vision in business and in life. Follow us: Katrina Craigwell Annelise Campbell Kemberly Deane Samuel Deane…

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A Shame-Free Look at Eating Disorders, Recovery, and Mental Health in Runners 43:43

23d ago43:43

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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders. Athletes face a lot of mental and physical pressure around fueling, so we need to break taboos. Kate Ringwood is a licensed therapist that specializes in eating disorders in athletes. Kate's personal experience navigating her own recovery while competing in cross country and track influenced…

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286. Are Running Goals Over After Kids? Parents of 3 kids answer! 57:26

23d ago57:26

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286. ARE RUNNING GOALS OVER AFTER YOU HAVE KIDS? 8 years ago, I was a 3:14 marathoner when I announced I was pregnant with my first kid and a lot of people had A LOT of things to say. The tone of many tended to be that I would no longer have ‘time’ for running or some variation of that statement. While I understand where people are coming from, the…

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Blending Faith and Fitness after Sudden Cardiac Arrest with Dom Fusco 49:21

30d ago49:21

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This runner took a scary setback and turned it into a message of hope. Dom Fusco is a health and wellness creator, coach, endurance athlete, and community builder based in Austin, Texas. After surviving a sudden cardiac arrest in 2023, Dom made it his mission to help others strengthen their bodies, sharpen their minds, and deepen their faith to liv…

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285. Are you taking too much time off during the year? 46:08

1M ago46:08

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It is the spring and a lot of people either recently ran a goal spring race or are planning to soon. After a season of build, it is important to take time off from training, but we don’t want to take so much time off that it becomes challenging to get back into things later. We want to spend the offseason more in the gray area and less of the ‘blac…

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Evan Shapīro on Charting the Future of Media 40:54

1M ago40:54

40:54

Evan Shapīro, Media Universe Cartographer, talks to Katrina and Annelise about his journey as an Emmy and Peabody-award winning media executive, his pivot to content creator, and how he has consistently foreseen the future of media over a three-decade career. Follow us: Katrina Craigwell Annelise Campbell Evan Shapīro…

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Designing the World’s First and Smartest Running Shoe: Avelo’s Founder Royi Metser 54:42

1M ago54:42

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Royi Metser is the founder and CEO of Avelo, the company behind the world's first smart running shoe. Running changed Royi’s life in 2021 after a blood test was the kick in the butt he needed to make a change. Three days later he signed up for his first marathon. It was through his personal mission to improve at running that he decided to build a p…

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284. What does it really take to be a Boston Qualifier? 59:50

1M ago59:50

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284. WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO RUN A BQ? The Boston Marathon recently took place, and it is getting runners all around the world excited to potentially qualify for Boston. Even people who are very far away from a BQ time might set a goal to run a BQ time in the future. People want to know what it really looks like to be someone who can run a BQ time Som…

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How to Build Your Confidence and Self-Compassion for Running with Certified Mental Performance Consultant Neal Palles 1:02:37

1M ago1:02:37

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Want to build your mental strength and confidence before your next race? Neal Palles is an ultrarunning coach and a psychotherapist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant. Through his private practice, Colorado Psychotherapy and Sport Performance, he works with athletes who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or a performance related issu…

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283.Long Runs Every Weekend- What About Cut Backs? 54:28

1M ago54:28

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283. SHOULD YOU RUN LONG EVERY WEEKEND? Every weekend runners around the world gear up to run long… But should you be doing a LONG run over 90 min every weekend? When getting RRCA certified 10 years ago, one of the concepts they beat into our head was that we don’t/should not run long every single weekend. The justification was about the glycogen s…

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The Ultimate Guide to the Boston Marathon with George Woodward 43:07

2M ago43:07

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Boston is coming up next week, and to celebrate, we have a special bonus episode with you to give you the complete guide to the Boston Marathon experience with George Woodward. George Woodward is a father, data scientist, runner, and certified coach who came to running and racing late in life. Boston 2025 will be Marathon number 21 and Boston numbe…

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The Realities of Balancing Parenthood, Entrepreneurship, and Running with Jenny Jurek 57:54

2M ago57:54

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Family life in an athletic family can be a balancing act. Jenny Jurek is an avid runner and adventure seeker sharing her passion of the outdoors with her two young children and husband, Scott Jurek. After twenty years designing sustainable outdoor apparel, she recently launched her own business, “Always Up”, which offers performance products that e…

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282. Is High Mileage Right For You? 54:28

2M ago54:28

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A lot of runners (especially those who run high mileage) share their weekly or monthly mileage totals on social media. While it’s great to be proud of your hard work, it can also be challenging when we are exposed to so many other runners and their training that we may end up comparing our own mileage to someone else's. We may also get caught up in…

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Erica Stanley-Dottin on Achieving the Sub-3 Hour Marathon 33:12

2M ago33:12

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Erica Stanley-Dottin, an event producer turned record-breaking marathon runner joins Katrina and Annelise to discuss her path to running a marathon in under 3 hours. Follow us: Katrina Craigwell Annelise Campbell Erica Stanley-DottinBy Katrina Craigwell and Annelise Campbell

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How Caitlyn Miller Went from Math Teacher to Runner and Owner of Expntl Athletics 1:03:11

2M ago1:03:11

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What does it take to build a passion-based activewear line? Caitlyn Miller is a 26 year old business owner and marathon runner. Caitlyn’s business, Expntl Athletics, specializes in activewear for distance runners. Listen to hear about: How social media helped Caitlyn connect to audiences and build a brand Navigating the mental and physical aspects …

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281. Do you really need 'easy run' days? 45:56

2M ago45:56

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www.run4prs.com Recovery is Key: Easy runs promote active recovery by increasing blood flow to muscles, flushing out waste products, and preparing your body for the next hard effort. Building Aerobic Base: Slow runs develop your aerobic system, which is the foundation for endurance and efficient energy utilization. Preventing Burnout & Overtraining…

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Tatiana Peck, Strategist and Creative Instigator on the Importance of Play 42:08

2M ago42:08

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Tatiana Peck, strategist and creative instigator joins Katrina and Annelise to discuss life after Corporate America and her new card game venture, Staccs. Mentioned in this podcast: Staccs Follow us: Katrina Craigwell Annelise Campbell Tatiana PeckBy Katrina Craigwell and Annelise Campbell

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Lessons from Pro Golfer Scott Stallings on Training for the Boston Marathon 53:58

2M ago53:58

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Golfing might help your running more than you’d think. Scott Stallings is a 3x PGA Tour winner who earned the reputation as "The Fittest on Tour" due to his fitness-first lifestyle. In April, Scott will be participating in the 2025 Boston Marathon - his first-ever Marathon - while raising funds for and supporting Golf Fights Cancer, a non-profit or…

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280. I can't run as fast as I used to: now what? 33:14

2M ago33:14

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www.run4prs.com for a free week of training The Plateau is Normal: Everyone hits a plateau at some point. It's a natural part of the process. Don't get discouraged – it's an opportunity to re-evaluate your training and find new ways to challenge yourself. Life Happens: Work, family, and other commitments can impact your training time and consistenc…

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Nicole Corbett, Multidisciplinary Artist on Finding Genius 34:38

2M ago34:38

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Nicole Corbett, a multidisciplinary artist, joins Katrina and Annelise to discuss her transition from agency founder and CEO into the world of fine art. Mentioned in this podcast: Choplet The Big Leap, by Gay Hendricks Follow us: Katrina Craigwell Annelise Campbell Nicole CorbettBy Katrina Craigwell and Annelise Campbell

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279. Hyrox: Our Experience As Marathoners Who Took On Hyrox 46:36

2M ago46:36

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We’re run coaches who just took on our first HYROX event! In today’s episode, we’re giving you a full recap of our experience—breaking down the highs, the struggles, and what we learned from this epic challenge. For those of you new to HYROX, here’s a quick refresher. HYROX is the ultimate fitness competition that combines running, functional stren…

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How an Elite Runner Manages Imposter Syndrome and Finds Joy in Training with Adam Vadeboncoeur 54:52

2M ago54:52

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Elite athletes deal with many of the same challenges that recreational runners do. Adam Vadeboncoeur’s been running for over 20 years but is now finding his stride in his mid 30’s. Over the past few years, he’s gained his first Team USA spot for 50km World Championships, a 100k road national title, and a sub 2:18 marathon. Listen to hear about: Imp…

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278. How many days per week should you run? 49:41

3M ago49:41

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Welcome back to run4prs, the podcast where we explore the art and science of running, and help you find the perfect balance in your training. "How many days a week should I actually be running?"Now, if you've spent any time browsing running forums or listening to other podcasts, you've probably heard a lot of different answers to this question. Som…

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This Marathon’s Not Just a Race, But a Premier Experience: The Marathon Project with Ben Rosario 58:08

3M ago58:08

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The Marathon Project is back and bigger than ever. Ben Rosario spent two years as a member of the Hansons Brooks Distance Project, was the special events director for the GO! Saint Louis Marathon, founded the Northern Arizona Elite professional team, and co-founded a specialty running store--Big River Running Company. Now, Ben’s the CEO of The Mara…

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Cutting through the Noise in Sports Nutrition with Your Diet Sucks Hosts Kylee Van Horn and Zoë Rom 53:48

3M ago53:48

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In a world of diet culture, nutrition for running can feel complex and exhausting– but it shouldn’t be. Zoë Rom is a writer and journalist based in Carbondale, CO. Kylee Van Horn is the founder of sports nutrition business Flynutrition, which helps runners, triathletes, cyclists, and skiers to learn not only the ‘why’ but the ‘how’ behind fueling f…

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277. Do you race too much or not enough? 59:59

3M ago59:59

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277. How often should you be racing? Do you even need to race? As we gear up for the spring racing season it might seem like everyone is out there racing. How often should you race? Do you even need to race? There are a lot of questions you might have about racing, but it is not something we talk about frequently enough in the running world. Some a…

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276. Faster 5k times: How to get faster in the 5k 48:23

3M ago48:23

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Welcome back to the run4prs the podcast dedicated to helping you conquer the 5K and unleash your inner speed demon! I'm your host, Victoria Phillippi, and let's be honest, in the world of distance running, the marathon often steals the spotlight. But at run4prs we also specialize in shorter distances & we know that the 5K is where the real speed an…

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A More Affordable Way to Fuel Your Running and Endurance Adventures 1:04:10

3M ago1:04:10

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Fueling your sports can be a lot simpler than you may think. Aaron Gouw and Gabe Multer co-founded Carbs Fuel, an emerging brand in the endurance sports nutrition space. Carbs Fuel believes that fueling shouldn’t be reserved to the affluent minority. Their flagship product is their Original 50g Energy Gel. Listen to hear about: How Aaron’s and Gabe…

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Set More Meaningful Goals for Yourself, Your Community, and the Planet with Coach Tucker Grose 50:49

3M ago50:49

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This chat with a coach will have you reworking your running goals to be even more impactful. Tucker Grose is an endurance athlete and coach who enjoys competing over a variety of distances and surfaces. In 2024 alone, he completed events from 800m on the track to 100k on the trails. Tucker’s helped over 100 athletes incorporate running into their l…

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275. Running Communities: Are They Helping or Harming You? 42:54

3M ago42:54

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Strava can be a great source of motivation as it gamification of the sport of running, but can there be some downsides to the app? While it can be fun to scroll through and see what friends are doing for runs, does it promote constant comparison? In Jan 2023 I started to feel like people were ‘watching’ my training as I geared up for Boston 3 month…

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The Cost of Not Fueling Properly as an Endurance Athlete with Sports Dietitian Claire Shorenstein 57:24

4M ago57:24

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Runners tend to overcomplicate nutrition, so let’s talk about both mindset and science. Claire Shorenstein (MS, RD, CSSD) is a board-certified Sports Dietitian working with teenage and adult athletes from the recreational to elite level. Her virtual private practice, Eat for Endurance, helps busy, active people learn how to fuel themselves for heal…

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274. How Experienced At Running Should You Be Before A Marathon? 47:23

4M ago47:23

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We talk a lot about marathon training on this podcast, but we should take a step back and chat about how to know if you are READY to train for your first marathon. It’s always about balancing risk vs reward. Training for a marathon is HARD on the body and if you don’t have a strong base going into the training you are increasing your risk of injury…

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273. World Major Marathons: How to get in & are they worth the hype? 50:58

4M ago50:58

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Knowing what kind of runner you are is key when it comes to planning races. You may have seen a lot of hype on social media or the media in general about the world major marathons like NY and Boston. Even when I tell people I coach runners, I often through out names like “we help people train for the NYC marathon”. Why? Because most people have hea…

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How a Former Pro Runner Balances Passions to Be a Pro Dad with Adam Merry 58:05

4M ago58:05

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Want a realistic look at how parents can spend meaningful time with their kids while also working toward running goals? Adam Merry is a professional dad and former pro runner living in Belfast, Maine. He loves the process of self-discovery and improvement through training and race trail and ultra marathons. Listen to hear about: Finding a sustainab…

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Episode 284: The Four-Letter Word ETL - Data Movement 58:57

4M ago58:57

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Once you have your data stored in OneLake, you'll be ready to start transforming it to improve it's usability, accuracy, and efficiency. In this episode of the podcast, Belinda Allen takes us on a delightful journey through Data Flows, Power Query, Azure Data Factory (Pipelines), and discusses the merits of shortcuts. We also learn about a handy wa…

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A Real Look Behind the Scenes of Producing this Podcast with Emily Holland 1:19:14

4M ago1:19:14

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For The Long Run’s podcast consultant is here to pull back the veil on everything from production to brand partnerships! Emily Holland is the co-founder of Wild Poppy Creative Consulting, working with creators and small business owners to maximize their impact on the world. She’s worked with Jon for 3 years now and she joins the pod to break down e…

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272. Why Do People Say "Treadmill Running Isn't Real Running"? 49:13

4M ago49:13

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Treadmill running As we head into the winter months, it can be hard to train outside in the sub zero temps but it can also be dangerous with the icy footing. Many people opt for the treadmill for a number of reasons. It can be a topic of mixed emotions for many runners. I know I personally felt shamed by runners in the past for utilizing the treadm…

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271. Are you in a plateau or did you reach your full potential already? 52:04

4M ago52:04

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271. Did you peak with running already or is it a plateau? Have you ever heard the quote “what would you attempt to do if you knew you would not fail?” that is a good one for todays podcast episode. A lot of people would love to look into a crystal ball and see what their full potential is if they gave running their all. Many people allow fear of f…

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The Social Side of Running: How Community Events Fill a Need for Human Connection with Brunch Running’s Alexandra Weissner 43:37

4M ago43:37

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Ever thought about starting a run club or event of your own? Listen up! Alexandra Weissner is the co-founder of Brunch Running, a community-focused run club and event series based in Denver. With years of experience producing events like The bRUNch Run and the Steamboat Marathon, Alexandra has built a vibrant community that celebrates running, conn…

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How to Turn a Setback into Two Steps Forward with Pro Runner Fiona O’Keeffe 36:55

4M ago36:55

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How do you stay motivated after a big setback or injury? Fiona O'Keeffe is a professional runner with the PUMA Elite team based in North Carolina. After graduating from Stanford in 2020, she made the move to the East Coast and found success on the roads under the guidance of Alistair and Amy Cragg. Listen to hear about: - Balancing competition and …

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270. Anyone train for & finish a marathon: Listen For How 1:03:51

4M ago1:03:51

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Before getting into the running, I was actually a SMOKER who couldn’t even run down the block. I used to hold onto the belief that marathons and races in general were for people who were not like me. I genuinely didn’t know that it was physically possible for me to build up to be able to run long distances let alone a FULL MARATHON. Now I have 27 m…

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269. Should you wear shorts running in 20 degrees? 54:50

5M ago54:50

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Winter is upon us! We are located in Minneapolis, MN where it can be sub zero temps and often hits -40 f windchills every winter at least once. When you running outside in January it’s usually a sea of ice and snow so much so that our ‘running trails’ now become ski trails with natural snow. We like to think of ourselves as experts in training outs…

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