In this episode we recap the 2021 Boston Marathon.  Feel the energy from the crowds and come with Angie as she takes you along the historic Boston course (with a bad hamstring)!  You will hear inspiring stories from the world's oldest marathon plus soundbites from fans of the MTA Podcast. Sponsor Links: UCAN -SAVE 20% on your order with code MTACHALLENGE MetPro -get $500 off their concierge nutrition coaching

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On the Ground at the Boston Marathon

In this episode we speak with Brendan Leonard author of the book, "I Hate Running and You Can Too -How to Get Started, Keep Going, and Make Sense of an Irrational Passion".  Hear why it's ok to walk in a marathon and why you get to create your own definition of success.  We also ask Brendan about what it's like to make a living as an outdoor writer. Links from this Episode: Amazon link for the book, I Hate Running And You Can Too  Brendan Leonard website: Semi-Rad Smart Pointe Air Treatment System -eliminates unsafe airborne particles The Richmond Marathon and Half takes place November 13th The Drury Hotels -get 15% off your stay Work with a running coach here www.marathontrainingacademy.com/coaching  Become an Academy Member here: marathontrainingacademy.com/access

I Hate Running and You Can Too!

In this episode we speak with Dave McGillivray the Race Director at the Boston Marathon and accomplished endurance athlete about what brought him into the sport and what it’s like to direct the World’s Oldest Marathon (125 years in 2021) Featured Links: Dave McGillivray website:  davemcgillivray.com PIONAIR SMART POINTE AIR TREATMENT SYSTEM.  www.bioactivenutrients.com/mta The Richmond Marathon in Richmond Virginia www.RichmondMarathon.org Athletic Greens. -Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first subscription purchase with our link. www.athleticgreens.com/mta

Interview with Dave McGillivray -Race Director of the Boston Marathon

In this episode Trevor shares what it was like to run a brutal trail marathon in the Italian Alps with 2,863 meters (9,393.04 feet) of elevation gain. And in the quick tip segment we feature a question about how many calories to consume on long runs days versus lower milage days. Episode Sponsors: MetPro.  For a free consultation call with a nutrition coach  https://www.metpro.co/mta Ucan.  Save 20% on their fueling products with our link https://www.ucan.co/mta The Richmond Marathon.  Run in Virginia's capital November 13th. www.RichmondMarathon.org  

Race Recap: Running in the Italian Alps ??

In this episode we speak with Lisa Tamati -an extreme endurance athlete from New Zealand, author, speaker, and mindset expert. And in the quick tip segment, get recommendations on healthy snacks to help keep your hunger in check between meals! Links from this Episode: Lisa Tamati:https://www.lisatamati.com Episode Sponsors: MetPro.  For a free consultation call with a nutrition coach  https://www.metpro.co/mta Ucan.  Save 20% on their fueling products with our link https://www.ucan.co/mta  

"Live Long and Prosper" -Interview with Lisa Tamati

In this episode we speak with rocket scientist and runner Melissa Corley Carter PhD who took on the challenge of running a marathon on every continent!  And in the quick tip segment, we feature a listener question about intermittent fasting for runners. Links  Read our full show notes here: www.marathontrainingacademy.com/not-rocket-science Melissa Corley Carter's website: www.resilienceactually.com Running the World coffee table book. MetPro -Speak with a metabolic expert. www.metpro.co/mta The PionAir Smart Pointe Air Treatment System: https://www.bioactivenutrients.com/mta The Richmond Marathon in Richmond, Virginia: www.RichmondMarathon.org  

Running a Marathon is Not Rocket Science ?

In this episode we look back at the Olympic Marathon results and other inspiring moments from Tokyo. And in the quick tip segment, we feature a question sent in from a listener about anabolic diets for runners. “Athletics is not so much about the legs, it’s about the heart and mind.”  -Eliud Kipchoge, Marathon Gold Medalist 

No Human is Limited

In this episode you will hear explanations of the various Olympic track events, a preview of the men’s and women’s marathon, and tips from Coach Angie on some effective speed workouts to do at your local track. Enjoy!

A Look at the Olympic Running Events

In this episode you will hear explanations of the various Olympic track events, a preview of the men’s and women’s marathon, and tips from Coach Angie on some effective speed workouts to do at your local track. Enjoy!   Links: Read our full show notes here: www.marathontrainingacademy.com/olympic-running-distances Join the Academy here: https://access.marathontrainingacademy.com/   Episode Sponsors  MetPro -talk to a MetPro nutrition coach:  www.metpro.co/mta  UCAN Energy - try UCAN snack bars, drink mix, or new UCAN Edge performance fuel.  Use the code MTAChallenge to get 20% off. ucan.co/mta  

In this episode we speak with Hillary Allen -ultrarunner and author of the book Out and Back -A Runner’s Story fo Survival Agains All Odds. In 2017 she nearly died at a mountain race when she fell 150 feet and was rescued by helicopter. Two years after her accident, she returned and conquered the course that almost killed her.

Out and Back -An Interview with Hillary Allen

In this episode we speak with Hillary Allen -ultrarunner and author of the book 'Out and Back -A Runner’s Story of Survival Against All Odds'. In 2017 she nearly died at a mountain race when she fell 150 feet and was rescued by helicopter. Two years after her accident, she returned and conquered the course that almost killed her.

In this episode we speak with ultra runner and bestselling author Dean Karnazes about his new book A Runner’s High: My Life in Motion.  Plus we share a quick run down of our adventures in Costa Rica. 

A Runner’s High! Interview with Dean Karnazes

In this session Coach Angie and Coach Nicole answer questions about training by time vs training by distance, busting through plateaus, hill runs, staying motivated, pacing in a race, lifting heavy, delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), can you train for a half marathon on only 1 running day per week?, compression gear, books for older runners, and staying strong in the last 5k of a marathon!

[Part 2] Ask the Coaches Q & A

In this episode Coach Angie and Coach Nicole answer questions sent in by listeners about pre-run warm up drills, training after an injury, training for two races only a month apart, speedwork, rest days, ultra training, and 12-24 hour timed events.

Ask the Coaches Q and A

More in-person races are taking place around the world so in this episode we share how to get back into racing by evaluating your fitness level, choosing the right plan, and finding the time to train.

How to Make a Comeback in Running and Racing

Empowering You to Run a Marathon and Change Your Life

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