Road to the Trials
111 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 150 ratingsThe Road to the Trials has returned for season three and we are fired up! We will be bringing you a yearlong, behind the scenes, look at the training and racing of some of America's best runners as they prepare for the Olympic Marathon Trials on February 3, 2024. In this amazing season we will be following Nell Rojas, CJ Albertson, Sara Vaughn, Dani Moreno, Nico Montañez, Carmen Graves, Ramiro “Curly” Guillen and Jereny Rivera.
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Ep. 2 - Dana Giordano
February 23, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MBDana Giordano is a professional runner for the B.A.A. and Adidas. She's a 4:08 1500m and 15:18 5K runner who ran track and cross-country at Dartmouth College and hopes to compete at the 2021 Olympic Track & Field Trials. In April, Dana added another line to her impressive resume: host of the More Than Running podcast. Five years ago Dana finished one spot away from the qualifying from the 2016 Olympic Trials and she is eager to make it happen this year. As we discuss in this episode, Dana is...
Ep. 1 - Keira D'Amato
February 18, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 36.1 MBIn 2020, Keira D’Amato had arguably the best year of any American distance runner. She set PR’s at nearly every distance including an American record in the 10 mile. She then transitioned from the country’s best amateur runner/real estate broker to a Nike pro runner. An amazing transformation for any runner in their mid-30’s and an inspiration to runners all over. Keira is now considered among a core group of talented favorites in the 10k for the Olympic Trials. Learn all about her remarkab...
Season Two Primer with Lindsey Hein and Mario Fraioli
February 17, 2021 04:28 - 56 minutes - 52.7 MBThe Road to the Trials have returned for season two and we are fired up! We will be bringing you a behind the scenes look at the training and racing of some of America's best track athletes as they prepare for the Olympic Track Trials in June. Specifically, we will be following Keira D'Amato, Dana Giordano, Olivia Baker, Frank Lara, Tyler Day, and Abe Alvarado. In this episode we are joined by Lindsey Hein and Mario Fraioli, hosts of the highly rated I'll Have Another and Morning Shakeout...
Ep. 55 - Diljeet Taylor: BYU Women’s XC and Distance Coach
March 19, 2020 02:28 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBDiljeet Taylor is the women’s cross country and distance coach at BYU and one of the best coaches in the country, at any level. Last fall her Cougars finished second in the NCAA Championships after improving year after year since she took over. How did that same team do during the Indoor Championships? Cancelled. How about the Track Championships? Cancelled. In this episode Diljeet dives into how COVID-19 has affected her athletes, her team, their training, her coaching, and her potential re...
Ep. 54 - Jared Ward: Olympic Trials Wrap-Up
March 17, 2020 01:32 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBIn the lead-up to the Olympic Marathon Trials, Jared Ward was considered to be the safest bet to make the Olympic team on the men's side. While no means a guarantee, he was perceived to be in a very good position to represent the U.S.A in Japan. His years of success, and consistency were at the heart of this belief. Yet, when race-day came, Jared did not have the race he envisioned earning a 27th place finish. In this episode, Jared displays extraordinary candor and introspection in detailin...
Ep. 53 - Lou Serafini: Olympic Trials Wrap-Up
March 12, 2020 01:07 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIn our Olympic Trials wrap-up with Lou Serafini we hear from an amazingly self-aware runner who has started to channel his inner drive and goals. Lou did not run the time that he anticipated but he still achieved his over-arching goal. In addition, Lou talks about all of the work that he and colleagues at Tracksmith have done over the past year to help OTQ runners make their dreams come true. What Lou has done for the running community exceeds even his most amazing athletic accomplishments. ...
UPDATED Ep. 52 - Roberta Groner: Olympic Trials Wrap-Up
March 09, 2020 13:27 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBWhat an amazing year 2019 turned out to be for Roberta Groner. The World Championships then six weeks later NYC Marathon was a marathon double of epic proportions. Unfortunately, the Olympic Trials did not go her way. Roberta did not finish the race and was forced to leave the course around mile 17. In this episode, Roberta shares the details about that experience, the amazing successes she has experienced, and the wonderful advice she has for other runners who are hoping to achieve their wi...
Ep. 51 - Sarah Bishop: Olympic Trials Wrap-Up
March 05, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBIn the most emotional episode we have published, Sarah Bishop details the overwhelming response she had to bringing her children to the Olympic Trials to watch her compete. Sarah is one of the most competitive, no-nonsense, people we have had on this show, which makes this interview all the more special. In the past year she has rebuilt her body from a severe injury, adopted a new sport (triathlon), turned pro in that sport, competed at the World Championships, won a marathon with a shiny ne...
Ep. 50 - Kellyn Taylor: Olympic Trials Wrap-Up
March 03, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn our first Olympic Marathon Trials recap we catch-up with Kellyn Taylor after she finished 8th in a time of 2:29:55. We talk about the complexity of falling short of her goal while being elated for her teammates, the shin/calf issue affected her training and race, her thoughts on going into a big race with a “Plan B,” and what the short term future holds. Follow Matt: Instagram - @rambling_runner Twitter - @rambling_runner Newsletter Patreon
Ep. 49 - Olympic Trials Recap with Jason Fitzgerald
March 01, 2020 02:11 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBWhat an amazing event the Olympic Marathon Trials turned out to be. The men’s and women’s races were absolutely spectacular. In this episode I am joined by Jason Fitzgerald, from the Strength Runner Podcast, immediately after the finish and we take a deep dive into both races, the course, and all things Olympic Trials. Sponsor: In an era where there are more diet plans than people getting personalized nutrition can make all the difference. InsideTracker analyzes 43 different biomarkers so...
Ep. 48 - Kellyn Taylor
February 26, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBIn our final episode before the Olympic Marathon Trials we reconnect with Kellyn Taylor. Kellyn details her recovery post-NYC Marathon, the challenges of starting a new marathon cycle, how her coach Ben Rosario changed this up time around, and her outlook for the Trials. Kellyn also details her family's experience with foster care and how that impacted her life over the last few months. Sponsors: VDOT O2 is a coaching platform for runners of all levels. Coaches are using VDOT O2 to more ef...
Ep. 47 - Parker Stinson & Men’s Trials Preview
February 24, 2020 18:33 - 53 minutes - 49.9 MBIn this two-part episode with Parker Stinson he details the specifics around his decision not to run in the Olympic Trials and we do a preview of the event. The first part of the conversation is dedicated to his health This decision for Parker was excruciating and I thank him for his candor in telling the story. In the second half of the conversation, in classic Parker fashion, he provides insight into the race and racers heading into what could be a classic American Marathon. Sponsors: V...
Ep. 46 - Women’s Marathon Preview with Erin Strout and Alison Wade
February 21, 2020 09:45 - 46 minutes - 43.5 MBWe are now one week away from the Olympic Trials. It’s time to start analyzing the field and make predictions about what could happen on race day. In this Women’s Marathon Olympic Trials preview I am joined by two of the most knowledgeable peoplep in the industry - Erin Strout, senior writer at Women‘s Running, and Alison Wade, creator of the Fast Women newsletter. In this episode we discuss the following questions: Compare your excitement level for the trials to another sporting event (o...
Ep. 45 - Lou Serafini
February 17, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBLou Serafini is officially ready to roll. After the TCS NYC Marathon he took a short break in November before embarking on a series of shorter races through the winter. It wasn't a typical build-up but Lou states clearly in this episode that he fully believes that he is ready to have the race of his life. In fact, he even called his shot. While we were recording he said he is ready to set a 5k PR, and he did just that with a 13:48 the night before we published this episode. Lou also give his...
Ep. 44 - Sarah Bishop
February 13, 2020 10:19 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBOur pre-Olympic Trials prep continues with Sarah Bishop. This episode is the full Sarah Bishop experience. We talk about her training after the China IRONMAN 70.3, how she increased her running after the triathlon season, her decision to run the Mesa Marathon (which she won with a 2:39 PR) last weekend before heading to New Zealand for another triathlon before she goes to Atlanta the week after. Her full and energetic life is on full dIsplay is this wide-ranging conservation. In an era wher...
Ep. 43 - Roberta Groner
February 11, 2020 02:39 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBWith the Olympic Marathon Trials approaching quickly, we will reconnect with all of our entrants that we have followed since June. First up is Roberta Groner. We talk about her rest period in November, her struggle to find the fire to train hard in December, and how everything is coming together in January and February. She also discusses the Atlanta course in detail and provides us with a clear picture of her fitness and race plan. In an era where there are more diet plans than people get...
Ep. 42 - Kate Landau
February 06, 2020 09:40 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBKate Landau comes to the show with one of the best marathon resumes in America. She finished top-15 at both Boston and the NYC marathons in 2019 and has improved year-after-year. She is also a masters runner and a single mother! In this episode, Kate talks about her plans for the Trials, why she will also be racing Boston this year, how battling disored eating for 20 years (including 10 when she left running altogether) affected her, and how she views the current movement in the sport to br...
Ep. 41 - John Raneri
February 03, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBWhat a year and a half it’s been for John Raneri. A PR in every distance from the mile to the marathon that he recently topped-off with one of the best half marathons in U.S. history. John arrived at the Aramco Houston Half Marathon with a plan to compete and break 62 minutes - and he did just that. The results of the race were incredible. 29 men overall, and 14 American men, dipped under 62 minutes. John clocked a 1:01:51 to finish as the 11th American. Not only that, his performance as goo...
Ep. 40 - Neely Spence Gracey
January 28, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBNeely Spence Gracey is back! Neely ran 2:44:03 at the Houston Marathon to qualify for her third Olympic Trials. This was her first race since she gave birth to her son Athens over a year ago. It’s been a long way back for Neely, who was one of the best runners in the U.S. from 2015-17. In this episode, Neely displays her typical candor in discussing the injuries and hurdles she overcame to get to Houston, how her mentality changed after breaking her leg last summer, and how she approached Ho...
Ep. 39 - Jared Ward
January 22, 2020 09:59 - 42 minutes - 39 MBOn Saturday morning at the Houston Marathon expo I was an fortunate to record a live show with Jared Ward. He was his typical energetic and expansive self, making this conversation an immediate hit with everyone in attendance. Our topic was “Preparing for a Goal Race” and Jared discussed the physical, mental, and emotional sides of his prep. He was generous with his wide-ranging examples, and deep insight, that runners of all abilities can learn from.
Ep. 38 - Jennifer Hughes
January 14, 2020 09:50 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBJennifer Hughes is on a mission. A mission to OTQ. At the 2019 Houston Marathon her journey began as she ran a disappointing 2:51. Her quest them took her to the Chicago Marathon then the California International Marathon, where she ran a heart-breaking 2:45:28. Just 28 seconds off her goal! This 41 year old mother of four has one final chance, and it’s back where it all started, at the Houston Marathon this Sunday. Learn all about this amazing woman and her never-say-die spirit.
Ep. 37 - Katrina Spratford
January 07, 2020 10:17 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBWhat a year 2019 was for Katrina Spratford. Katrina, who had specialized in cross-country after college, battled injuries throughout, and preceding, the build-up to her marathon debut at the California International Marathon. She fought through them all to make it to the starting line only to face a new set of challenges. Ultimately, she reached her goal of an OTQ with a hard-fought 2:44:16.
Ep. 36 - Ann Mazur a.k.a RunnersLoveYoga
December 30, 2019 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBAnn Mazur just capped a decade of non-traditional training by qualifying for the Olympic Trials at the California International Marathon with a time of 2:44:45. Ann had a successful college running career at Notre Dame where she teamed up with Molly Huddle. That is also when she started to dabble in yoga. Ann started to become a devoted yoga practitioner while in grad school at the University of Virginia and her athletic and professional life was changed forever. She has adopted a “run less...
Ep. 35 - Meriah Earle
December 23, 2019 11:42 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBFrom collegiate runner, to non-runner, to the podium at the California International Marathon as a masters runner. Meriah Earle ran a 2:34:35 am to finish third at CIM and she is just getting started. She went into the race hoping to get an OTQ. It turns out, she was ready for much, much more. Meriah‘s resurgence isn’t nearly amazing in her own right, but shows what so many people are capable of doing even if they haven’t followed a linear path to their goals.
Ep. 34 - C.J. Albertson
December 16, 2019 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBLast weekend C.J. Albertson finished in a close second place at the California International Marathon with a personal best 2:13:40 - a mere four seconds behind Elisha Barno. C.J. has had a remarkable year including setting the world record in the indoor marathon and a mammoth training sessions (including a 30 mile training run three weeks before CIM where he averaged 5:15 per mile) all at a relatively young age for a marathoner. In a very short period of time, Albertson has elevated himself ...
Ep. 33 - Peter Bromka
December 13, 2019 09:59 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBI’ve recorded nearly 300 podcasts in my life and this episode with Peter Bromka was the most emotional and insightful one that I’ve ever done. Peter just ran 2:19:02 at the California International Marathon to nearly miss the Olympic Trials qualifying standard. That heartbreaking fact does not come close to telling the whole story. Peter is not only an excellent runner but also a fantastic writer who has put out wonderful pieces on the sport. Over the last couple years he has accrued a follo...
Ep. 32 - Laura Thweatt
December 12, 2019 10:03 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBWho doesn’t love a comeback story? Amazingly, Laura Thweatt has two of them. After four years at Colorado University that didn’t progress the way she hoped, Laura seriously considered stopping her running career. Luckily she did not. She quickly rose to the top of the sport with wonderful performances in cross country and on the roads. After a fabulous marathon debut and second performance, Laura was beset by injuries. After two years she finally regained her health and toed the line at the ...
Ep. 31 - Jared Ward
December 09, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBJared Ward once again proved himself worthy on the highest stage. At the TCS NYC Marathon, Jared Ward clocked a 2:10:45 on his way to a sixth place finish. This fantastic time on a challenging course showed, once again, showed that Jared will be a favorite to finish in the top three at the Olympic Trials in February. In this episode Jared details his training, how he executed on race day, plans for winter training, and his BYU Cougars winning the NCAA men’s cross country championship.
Ep. 30 - Kellyn Taylor
December 02, 2019 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIt was great to catch-up with Kellyn Taylor after her recent performance at the TCS NYC Marathon. Kellyn finished finished just behind fellow U.S. elite marathoner Desiree Linden for seventh place , crossing the line in 2:26:52. This was the fifth fastest time by an American in NYC Marathon history. In this episode, we talk about her great race, how it didn’t quite match her pre-race expectations, and her epic training block leading into the race.
Ep. 29 - Dr. Stefanie Flippin: OTQ Attempt
November 25, 2019 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBAt the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Dr. Stefanie Flippin was ready to put it down and earn her Olympic Trials Qualifying time. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate and she was unable to reach this amazing goal. Stefanie was so effected by the cold weather and brutal winds that she could barely remember what transpired over the final six miles. Despite the conditions, she achieved a huge PR and an even better perspective on her effort and how far she’s come. This episode is spon...
Ep. 28 - Lou Serafini
November 19, 2019 10:34 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBWhat’s better than seeing someone reach a goal they have spent years trying to accomplish? That’s exactly what Lou Serafini did at the TCS NYC Marathon. In his seventh marathon he battled cramps and a grueling 23rd mile to a stellar 2:16 finish. In this episode, Lou details his mental, physical, and emotional push to the finish. This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker. In an era where there are more diet plans than people getting personalized nutrition can make all the difference. Insid...
Ep. 27 - Carrie Tollefson: NYC/CHI Recaps and Way-to-Early Trials Talk
November 14, 2019 10:08 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBIn this episode we welcome former professional runner, and a member of the New York City and Chicago Marathon broadcast teams, Carrie Tollefson. She breaks down both major marathons and provides her early insight into some of the top contenders for the Olympic Trials. It’s always a blast speaking with Carrie whose expertise for the sport is matched only by her great relationships with so many of the competitors. This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker. In an era where there are more die...
Ep. 26 - John Raneri
November 11, 2019 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBIt’s been a long road for John Raneri to realize his potential in the marathon. At the TCS NYC Marathon John did just that. 2:14:13, 15th Place overall, and 5th American. This huge performance was matched only by his excitement to finally get the marathon monkey off of his back. In this episode, we take a look at how his training evolved this year, busting through mid-race negative thoughts, and how he worked with other runners to make this his best race. This episode is sponsored by Insi...
Ep. 25 - Roberta Groner
November 08, 2019 10:38 - 29 minutes - 27 MBShe did it! With her stellar performance at the TCS NYC Marathon last Sunday, Roberta successfully completed the marathon double that many thought was too much, too soon. Five weeks before NYC she ran the marathon at the World Championships in Doha. After a quick recovery period she stepped to the line in New York and dropped a 2:30:12 to finish as the fourth American in the stacked field. In this episode she details how she recovered so quickly from her midnight marathon in the desert and w...
Ep. 24 - Race Preview with Stefanie Flippin and Heather McKirdy
November 06, 2019 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBThis coming weekend is the CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon and Dr. Stefanie Flippin Is ready to roll. She is on a mission to earn her Olympic Trials qualifying time of sub-2:45 In this episode she talks about how she is feeling in all areas heading into the race. We also hear from her coach, Heather McKirdy, who analyzes how far Stefanie has come over the past year and her expectations for Monumental. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a p...
Ep. 24 - Race Preview with Dr. Stefanie Flippin and Heather McKirdy
November 06, 2019 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBThis coming weekend is the CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon and Dr. Stefanie Flippin Is ready to roll. She is on a mission to earn her Olympic Trials qualifying time of sub-2:45 In this episode she talks about how she is feeling in all areas heading into the race. We also hear from her coach, Heather McKirdy, who analyzes how far Stefanie has come over the past year and her expectations for Monumental.
Ep. 23 - NYC Marathon Preview
October 30, 2019 09:05 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBTCS New York City Marathon week is upon us and it is sure to be an amazing race. In this episode we hear from Kellyn Taylor, Roberta Groner, Jared Ward, John Raneri, and Lou Serafini. Each of them discuss their current fitness level, injury status, mental and emotional frame of mind, mantras and motivations, and goals for the race.
Ep. 22 - Sarah Horbol
October 28, 2019 08:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBFive years ago Sarah Horbol was running 25 miles a week in preparation for her first marathon. Today she has won several marathons and half-marathons. In this episode we talk about this amazing progression and how she is preparing for the Olympic Trials. This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker. In an era where there are more diet plans than people getting personalized nutrition can make all the difference. InsideTracker analyzes 43 different biomarkers so you can optimize your health an...
Ep. 21 - Parker Stinson: Chicago!
October 22, 2019 23:14 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBHe did it! Parker Stinson has been open and honest about his goal of breaking 2:11 in the marathon for two years. Last weekend at the Chicago marathon he turned that vision into a reality. He was one of 10 American men to break 2:12 in a phenomenal group performance. In this episode, we talk about all that, how it feels to get the monkey off his back, finally pacing the full 26.2 the way he dreamed, and more, in Parker’s typical and wonderful frankness. This episode is sponsored by InsideT...
Ep. 20 - Matt Llano
October 14, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBMatt Llano came away from the Berlin Marathon with a lifetime personal best of 2:11:14. A time that shows the promise he's been waiting to demonstrate since he ran his precious PR, again in Berlin, four years ago. The past three years have included serious struggles. Coming back from injury and major surgery (labrum and pelvis) and working through two coaching changes can trigger doubts that can be difficult to paper over. Ultimately, Matt decided his goals were worth the fight. Matt's j...
Ep. 19 - Carly Gill
October 10, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBThe only thing better than seeing someone achieve a dream is having an opportunity to speak with them afterwards. Carly Gill ran the race of her life at the Berlin Marathon with an Olympic Trials Qualifying time 2:42. Carly is the personification of energy and enthusiasm and it was wonderful to hear about her training, approaching running with joy, and becoming a sub-elite runner despite starting later than most of her peers. This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker. In an era where the...
Ep. 18 - John Raneri
October 07, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode we welcome back John Raneri after two stellar performances. He recently competed in the Crim and Surf City 10 milers. While both races are quite different, John performed well in both. After we talk about each race, and the preparations that went into both, we take a deep dive into his racing mentality and how he fights through pain on race day. This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker. In an era where there are more diet plans than people getting personalized nutrition c...
Ep. 17 - Roberta Groner: World Championships
October 03, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBRoberta Groner’s amazing world championship marathon performance in Doha, Qatar by the stats: - 90 degrees and 73% humidity - 6th place finish - First American - 2:38:34 - One of only 40 finishers of the 68 entrants - Six laps of a 7k course - One core temperature measurement pill Roberta had an unbelievable race in the most grueling event that she’s ever experienced. In this episode, we dive into all of it and touch up on what she’s doing to prepare for the New York City Mar...
Ep. 16 - Lindsay Crouse
September 30, 2019 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBLindsay Crouse is an editor, producer, and writer at the New York Times. A native Rhode Islander, she ran cross country and track at Harvard before landing at The Times. This spring her work was the talk of the sports world. She helped she’d light on how Nike was not guaranteeing female athletes a salary during their pregnancies or immediately after giving birth. This powerful piece, and follow up work, featured Olympians Kara Goucher and Alysia Montano speaking out about the policy. In addi...
Ep. 15 - Sarah Bishop
September 24, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBWhen we last spoke to Sarah Bishop she was starting her journey into triathlon after a short build up that followed a string of injuries. She quickly evolved from an athlete who purchased her first road bike in February to one of the top amateur triathletes in the world. That’s right, in the world. In this episode, we talk about her finishes listed below As well as how she was able to put together so many quality performances. - Chattanooga 70.3 2nd Amateur - Steelhead 70.3 2nd Amateur - ...
Ep. 14 - Parker Stinson: USATF 20k and Crim 10 Miler
September 09, 2019 08:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWhat a difference a week makes. In consecutive weeks Parker Stinson ran the Crim 10 Miler in the USATF 20K Championship. The beginning of this doubleheader did not go well. In this episode, Parker details, with brutal honesty, exactly what went wrong in the first race and how he corrected it in the second. This episode is sponsored by InsideTracker. In an era where there are more diet plans than people getting personalized nutrition can make all the difference. InsideTracker analyzes 43 d...
Ep. 13 - Dr. Stefanie Flippin
September 02, 2019 10:30 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBThe last time we checked in Dr. Stefanie Flippin she was feeling good and ready to embark on a summer filled with speed-work. Quickly thereafter she was slowed by an unidentified feeling. She just wasn’t herself and couldn’t hit her normal paces in workouts. In this episode we talk about what she was dealing with, how she worked through it, and exactly what her training has looked like. We also had some beer talk at the end the episode with plenty of craft beer drop-ins.
Ep. 12 - Lou Serafini: Falmouth and NYC Marathon Build
August 26, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode we reconnect with Lou Serafini. We spoke about how he has recovered from Grandma’s Marathon and how that recovery compared to previous races. We then dive into the the beginning of his marathon build-up for the NYC Marathon and his Falmouth Road Race. Falmouth is always stacked with an elite field filled with athletes finishing up a season or starting a new one. Lou finished well with a 34:07 the week after a strong five mile race win. Finally, we dive into some some beer-rel...
Ep. 11 - James McKirdy
August 19, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBIn a new twist for the show we are speaking with a coach of one of the athletes we are following. James McKirdy has been coaching John Raneri for two years but has known him for far longer than that. In this episode, we discuss how he has helped John get to the next level as a runner and how they are preparing for the Crim 10 Miler next weekend and the TCS NYC Marathon. James runs the McKirdy Trained coaching service and you can learn more at www.mckirdytrained.com.
Ep. 10 - Kellyn Taylor: USATF Outdoor Championships
August 12, 2019 08:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWhat an exciting summer for Kellyn Taylor. At the 2019 Toyota USATF Outdoor Championships Kellyn competed in the 5k and 10k against the nations best. In this episode we take a deep dive into both races where she placed third and tenth respectively. We also talk about her inclusion in the recent announcement of the TCS New York City Marathon elite field which is stacked with elites.