Marathon Training Academy
207 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratingsThe Marathon Training Academy Podcast will help you unlock your potential to conquer the marathon and change your life. Since 2010 Angie and Trevor have shared tips, inspiration, and interesting guests interviews to help listeners run smarter, avoid injury, and go the distance. What RUNNER’S WORLD says about the MTA Podcast: “If you’re training for 26.2, running coach Angie Spencer and her husband, Trevor, have everything you need to reach the finish line. The duo provides plenty of training tips, interviews, and reviews of marathons from around the world. (Angie has run one in every state!) While they don’t always bring on guests, runners like Sara Hall, Dathan Ritzenhein, and even actor Sean Astin have all stopped by.”
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Episodes
Listener Q&A (feat. Running Rogue)
September 20, 2022 22:06 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBIn this podcast episode we are joined by fellow podcaster Chris McClung from Running Rogue to answer questions sent in from audience members. Questions include: How late in life can you PR?; VO2 Max; How maintenance plans work; Training for back to back marathons; When to do Yasso 800s; Thoughts on processed fuels; and How […]
Interview with Dr. Tamanna Singh, Sports Cardiologist
September 12, 2022 16:30 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Dr. Tamanna Singh -sports cardiologist at the Cleveland Clinic and active marathoner. The discussion includes heart rate variability, how coronavirus effects the heart muscle, the impact of alcohol on marathon training, and more!
Marathon Success story with Bill Drinkward
August 27, 2022 17:42 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIn this podcast episode we bring you a marathon success story with Bill Drinkward -a coaching client from Bend, Oregon. Bill shares how he went from a disastrous DNF at the Honolulu Marathon to getting smarter in his training and qualifying for Boston. He recently completed his first 50 trail ultra in 9 hours and […]
Marathon Success Story with Bill Drinkward
August 25, 2022 23:37 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIn this episode we bring you a marathon success story with Bill Drinkward -an Academy member from Oregon. Bill shares how he went from a disastrous DNF at the Honolulu Marathon to getting smarter in his training and earning a BQ. He recently completed his first 50 mile trail ultra! Links: Our Coaching Services - Avoid mistakes and get results faster! UCAN -Fuel for runners. SAVE 20% on your order with code MTA. Previnex -Makers of Joint Health PLUS®. Improve joint flexibility in just ...
Interview with Dave Proctor Record Setting Run Across Canada
August 17, 2022 22:43 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with ultra runner Dave Proctor (one tough cowboy!) who ran coast to coast across Canada 🇨🇦 in 67 days (4,448 miles) and broke the Trans-Canada record. Dave provides a unique look into the endurance mindset -that will help you get through challenges of your own. Interview with Dave Proctor […]
Interview with Dave Proctor -Record Setting Run Across Canada
August 16, 2022 00:03 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this episode we speak with ultra runner Dave Proctor who ran across Canada in 67 days (4,448 miles) and broke the Trans-Canada record. Dave provides a unique look at the endurance mindset -that will help you get through challenges of your own! Links: Dave Proctor Instagram: @runproctor Ice Barrel Cold therapy training tool that makes it easy to bring ice baths to your routine. Inside Tracker -Analyzes your blood, DNA, and fitness tracking data AG1 by Athletic Greens -FREE 1 year sup...
Interview with Tommie Runz
August 04, 2022 00:35 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBIn episode we speak with fellow podcaster Thomas Bailey who in 2017 decided to get sober and change his life. He found a love for long distance running and ran his second marathon in 2:48. Plus we will give you a final recap of our 39 day road trip in Europe.
Interview with Molly Huddle and Sara Slattery
July 18, 2022 12:15 - 1 hour - 62 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with 2X Olympian Molly Huddle and 2X NCAA Champion and cross-country coach Sara Slattery about what they learned from interviewing 50 top female distance runners.
Race Recap: Running in the French Alps 🇫🇷
July 10, 2022 09:33 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBIn this podcast episode we take you along with us to France as we recap the beautiful but rugged ‘Marathon du Mont-Blanc’ that ascends up to 2,540 meters (8333.333 feet) above the town of Chamonix. Hear soundbites from Trevor’s “sufferfest” in the Alps and get inspired to do epic stuff! Marathon du Mont-Blanc […]
The Stress Episode -All About Cortisol
June 27, 2022 05:52 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with lifestyle physician Dr. Darren Clair about the stress hormone cortisol. Why are we more stressed out than our ancient ancestors and what can we as runners do about it? Plus, we share an update from our roadtrip in Europe and Trevor tells a story about being stuck in […]
Running as Self-Leadership
June 14, 2022 12:33 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBIn this podcast episode we explain how long distance running is an exercise in self-leadership. Hear how to take control of your thoughts, influence your emotions, and discipline your body to accomplish your running and fitness goals!
Interview with Erin Azar aka Mrs Space Cadet
June 01, 2022 15:35 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Erin Azar -the mother of 3 who became an internet sensation after sharing hilarious videos of training for her first marathon as a, “slightly overweight person who drinks too much beer”. If you’ve ever struggled in your running I know you’ll resonate with what Erin has to share.
Success Story with Jamie Tizzard: How Running Can Change Your Life
May 14, 2022 16:12 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Jamie Tizzard -a mother of two from southern California who has been completing our virtual run challenges. In 2020 she found herself scrolling through Facebook and responded to an ad for the 100 Mile Challenge. It was the push she needed to get off the couch, become a […]
Live with Meb Keflezighi, Emily Sisson, Emma Bates, and Tommie Runz
May 04, 2022 15:03 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBIn this bonus episode we bring you the recording from a live event Angie co-moderated at the Boston Marathon. Hosted by our friends at , you will hear tips and stories from Meb Keflezighi, Emily Sisson, Emma Bates, and Tommie Runz.
Live with Meb Keflezighi, Emily Sisson, Emma Bates, and Tommie Runz at the UCAN Athlete Panel
May 02, 2022 20:06 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBIn this bonus episode we bring you the recording from a live event Angie co-moderated at the Boston Marathon. Hosted by our friends at UCAN, you will hear tips and stories from these inspirational runners: Meb Keflezighi -winner of both the Boston and NYC Marathons, Silver Medalist at the 2004 Olympics. Emily Sisson -pro runner who competed in the 10k distance at the 2020 Olympics. Emma Bates -pro runner who won the Women's Marathon Championships in 2018 and finished 2nd at the Chica...
Race Recap: The Boston Marathon 2022
April 27, 2022 00:04 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBIn this podcast episode we bring you one of our “world famous” race recaps as Angie describes the 2022 Boston Marathon. -Hear about the amazing stories that came out of this year’s marathon. -Soundbites from the MTA meet up -Plus two coaches join us to share tips on running a Boston qualifying (BQ) time. Race […]
Running With Emotional Intelligence
April 14, 2022 21:59 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBIn this podcast episode we will share how you can use emotional intelligence (EQ) strategies to harness the power of your emotions during marathon training. Learn how delayed gratification helps you succeed as a long distance runner. When negative emotions flood in, the practice of “emotion spotting” can help your rational brain take over!
Running with Emotional Intelligence
April 14, 2022 03:45 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBIn this episode Trevor and Angie share how you can use Emotional Intelligence (EQ) to harness the power of your emotions during marathon training. Learn seven practical EQ boosting strategies for runners! Links REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon & Half Marathon, Use code MTA for $10 off! MetPro Nutrition Coaching -Speak with a metabolic expert Athletic Greens -our top recommend daily supplement Tribit MoveBuds H1 -wireless sport earbuds that are waterproof, sweatproof, comfortable, and fit...
Interview with Keira D’Amato
April 05, 2022 20:47 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Keira D’Amato, the 37 year old mother of two, who broke the American record in the marathon this year running 2:19:12! Keira describes her running career as “the road less travelled”. Hear how she went from injury and struggling through her first marathon to becoming the fastest female […]
Marathon Success Story with Delorean Ostrom
March 23, 2022 16:57 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this podcast episode we bring you a marathon success story with MTA coaching client Delorean Ostrom who is running a marathon every month in 2022 to raise money for the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. We spoke with Delorean just a few days after he finished the Snickers Marathon in Athens, Georgia. This was his 2nd marathon […]
Interview with Dr. Stacy Sims, Menopause for Runners
March 08, 2022 02:36 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Dr. Stacy Sims a physiologist, nutrition scientist, and expert on sports performance for female athletes who are in perimenopause and postmenopause.
How to Set Yourself Up for Success After an Injury
February 28, 2022 19:54 - 34 minutes - 32 MBA study by the University of Gothenburg in Sweden found that 46% of runners reported some type of injury over the course of a year. In this episode Coach Angie shares tips on coping with a running injury and setting yourself up for success during the recovery process!
Getting Real About Running Injuries
February 16, 2022 20:50 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode Coach Angie answers a question from a discouraged runner and shares statistics, tips, and hope on dealing with an injury so you can keep doing what you love.
Get to Know Your Podcast Hosts! (2022 Edition)
February 03, 2022 19:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBIn this podcast episode you will hear how Angie stumbled into running marathons and what gave me the idea to start the MTA Podcast 12 years ago (wow, I’m feeling old). Fellow podcaster Lisa Tamati (from New Zealand) interviews us about how we got started, our favorite and toughest marathons, overcoming challenges, and the lessons […]
Marathon Success Story with Dipti Pandya
January 22, 2022 21:40 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this podcast episode we bring you a marathon success story as we speak with Academy member Dipti Pandya, a radiologist and mother of two, who just completed the Disney Dopey Challenge. You will hear about the setbacks she faced during her training, including a cancer diagnosis, how she finds time to train, and what […]
Metabolism and Nutrition with Angelo Poli
January 15, 2022 17:24 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with metabolic expert and Angie’s nutrition coach, Angelo Poli, about how to recondition the body’s metabolism and fuel, think, and perform like an athlete.
Year in Review & The Truth About Goals
January 03, 2022 02:39 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode we bring you a run-down of the biggest running news from 2021 and tips on achieving your running goals in the new year! Plus, Angie shares the top picks from her non-fiction reading list. Top Running Stories from 2021 Every Year we recap the biggest stories from the running world. Here’s what […]
Interview with Abdi Abdirahman, 5X Olympian!
December 21, 2021 02:26 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBIn this episode we speak with Abdi Abdirahman -who represented team USA at the Olympic Marathon in Tokyo at the age of 43. He is the oldest American runner ever to make the Olympic team and the only distance runner to make the Olympics 5 times.
Interview with Sally McRae -Keep Your Heart Up ❤️
December 09, 2021 19:11 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with ultra-runner Sally McRae winner of this year’s Badwater 135. Sally shares thoughts on overcoming fear as well as practical tips on running defensively on trails.
The Practice of Groundedness with Brad Stulberg
November 24, 2021 17:05 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBIn this episode we speak with Brad Stulberg who is a performance coach and author of the book The Practice of Groundedness -a transformative path to success that feeds not crushes your soul. Interview with Brad Stulberg Brad is the author of The Practice of Groundedness as well as Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox. […]
Issues Faced by Slower Runners (Replay Episode)
November 12, 2021 02:51 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this podcast episode we replay a popular episode from the Podcast Vault where we discuss Issues Faced by Slower Runners, “Tales from the back of the pack”. Plus Coach Angie gives a quick roundup of the 2021 New York City Marathon -winners, celebrities, and special moments. Issues Faced by Slower Runners (Replay Episode) To […]
Interview with Harvey Lewis – 354 Miles in 85 Hours
November 04, 2021 21:14 - 57 minutes - 53 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Harvey Lewis winner of the 2021 Badwater 135 and Big’s Backyard Ultra where he ran 354 miles in 3 1/2 days! Interview with Harvey Lewis Harvey Lewis is a school teacher from Cincinnati, Ohio, and accomplished ultra runner. He has represented Team USA at the International Association of […]
Interview with Harvey Lewis - 354 Miles in 85 Hours
November 02, 2021 03:47 - 57 minutes - 53 MBIn this episode we speak with Harvey Lewis an ultra runner and school teacher from Cincinnati who won "Big’s Backyard Ultra" by running 354 miles in 85 hours! Links: Run Quest Travel - website for Harvey Lewis InsideTracker: Get 25% off the entire InsideTracker store www.insidetracker.com/mta Athletic Greens: FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. www.athleticgreens.com/mta
On the Ground at the Boston Marathon
October 22, 2021 17:23 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBIn this podcast episode we recap the 125th Boston Marathon. Feel the energy from the crowds and hear from runners at the MTA Meet up. Coach Angie takes you along the course and shares interesting facts about the world’s most prestigious marathon. The date of the 2021 Boston Marathon was changed from Patriot’s Day in […]
I Hate Running and You Can Too!
October 08, 2021 18:22 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBIn 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 […]
Interview with Dave McGillivray -Race Director of the Boston Marathon
September 27, 2021 17:21 - 52 minutes - 48 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Dave McGillivray the longtime race director at the Boston Marathon. Always picked last for sports due to being short, Dave found running at an early age. He first attempted the Boston Marathon at 17. In this conversation you will hear what his grandfather taught him about training for […]
Race Recap: Running in the Italian Alps 🇮🇹
September 14, 2021 02:51 - 51 minutes - 47 MBIn 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 run days versus lower mileage days. Race Recap: Running in […]
Race Recap: Running in the Italian Alps 🇮🇹
September 12, 2021 19:33 - 51 minutes - 47 MBIn 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 run days versus lower mileage 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. R...
“Live Long and Prosper” -Interview with Lisa Tamati
September 03, 2021 19:46 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBIn this podcast episode we speak with Lisa Tamati -endurance athlete, author, and mindset expert. And in the quick tip segment, recommendations on healthy snacks to help keep your hunger in check between meals. Lisa Tamati is probably New Zealand’s best known ultra runner. She’s been on the scene for 25 years running the toughest […]
"Live Long and Prosper" -Interview with Lisa Tamati
August 31, 2021 21:40 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBIn 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/...
Running a Marathon is Not Rocket Science 🤯
August 24, 2021 02:22 - 1 hour - 57 MBIn 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 question about intermittent fasting for runners.
No Human is Limited
August 15, 2021 15:36 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBIn this podcast 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. A Look at the Tokyo Olympic Marathon 2021 The Tokyo Olympics are officially in the books! A […]
Your Guide to the Olympic Running Distances
August 02, 2021 02:20 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBIn 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 on your local track.
A Look at the Olympic Running Events
July 31, 2021 02:23 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBIn 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...
Out And Back -Interview with Hillary Allen
July 23, 2021 18:41 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBIn this episode we speak with Hillary Allen, author of the book Out and Back -A Runner’s Story of Survival Against All Odds. In 2017 she nearly died at an ultramarathon when she fell 150 feet off an exposed mountain ridge and had to be rescued by helicopter. She returned two years after her accident […]
Out and Back -An Interview with Hillary Allen
July 23, 2021 16:44 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBIn 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.
A Runner’s High -Interview with Dean Karnazes
July 13, 2021 16:08 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this podcast episode speak with ultrarunner and Best Selling Author Dean Karnazes. His new book is called A Runner’s High -My Life in Motion. Plus we’ll give you a quick run down of our summer adventures in Costa Rica. We are currently traveling the country with our kids. Enjoy! Interview with Dean Karnazes Dean […]
A Runner’s High! Interview with Dean Karnazes
July 11, 2021 00:49 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBIn 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.
[Part 2] Ask the Coaches Q and A
June 27, 2021 17:52 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBIn this episode we bring you part of Ask the Coaches Q and A where the Coach Angie and Coach Nicole answer questions sent in from listeners. In this session we discuss training by time versus training by distance, busting through plateaus, hill runs, pacing, lifting heavy, how Angie stay motivated when she was dealing […]
[Part 2] Ask the Coaches Q & A
June 26, 2021 00:53 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBIn 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!