Marathon Running Podcast by Letty and Ryan
261 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -Are you a runner looking for a new source of inspiration and motivation? Our weekly podcast brings experts in the running community straight to you, covering everything from training and nutrition to race recaps and reviews, and even mental training. We're more than just a podcast - we're a community. Our Facebook group, SpeedStriders, is a place for runners to connect, share their stories, and support each other on their running journeys. Our goal is to motivate and inspire runners of all levels, and to build a strong and supportive community of like-minded individuals. Join us!
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69. Race Day Rituals and their benefits
September 13, 2021 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBWith all the fall marathons coming up, we all about race day rituals! Starting with the definition of what a ritual is we talk about the difference between rituals and routine and then move on to the psychology behind the rituals, why people do them, and how they can actually help us. From there we talk a bit about some of the common rituals, our own race day rituals, and last but not least, we talk about some of our listener’s rituals.
68. Berlin Marathon Race Q&A session with Thomas Steffens
September 06, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB1. In this episode, we talk to Thomas Steffens, in charge of communications at the Berlin Marathon. We asked him all sorts of burning questions about the upcoming marathon, some of them COVID related, but also about fueling on the course, staggering of waves, altering of the race course, temperature and weather, the expo, spectators, finish line festivities, the recent half marathon and its successful protocol, cut of times, the elite field, whether or not Kipchoge was coming, and may more....
67. Destination Marathon - how to plan your race experience
August 30, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBWelcome to destination marathons! In this episode, I am talking to fellow podcaster and we talk about all things traveling when it comes to marathons. We’re gonna address COVID, how to fly in for a marathon (ie how early to get to your destination, what seat to pick), hotels and accommodation (how to get a good deal and where to stay), expo (and why going is important), meal planning (and what to eat if you don’t have your go-to available), and your last training runs (where to run, and even...
66. Race Day Nutrition for your Marathon
August 23, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBWith fall races approaching we wanted to have an episode all about race day nutrition. So we spoke with Amy Shapiro MS, RD, CDN, the founder and director of Real Nutrition, a NYC-based private practice, and asked her all about that race day, including: WHY is changing your nutrition leading up to a marathon important, HOW do we prepare with liquids and food when it comes to the days before and the day of the marathon, brand name recommendations, bathroom issues, post fueling for maximal rec...
66. Race Day Nutrition for your Marathon with Amy Shapiro, RD
August 23, 2021 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBWith fall races approaching we wanted to have an episode all about race day nutrition. So we spoke with Amy Shapiro MS, RD, CDN, the founder and director of Real Nutrition, a NYC-based private practice, and asked her all about that race day, including: WHY is changing your nutrition leading up to a marathon important, HOW do we prepare with liquids and food when it comes to the days before and the day of the marathon, brand name recommendations, bathroom issues, post fueling for maximal rec...
65. Running through Cancer treatment with Angela Pohl
August 16, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBIn this week’s episode we talked to fellow runner Angela Pohl. Angela Pohl has been running since age 38 and created an instagram to share her running journey including any bumps on the road, which includes her fairly recent stage 3b breast cancer diagnosis. Angela talks to us about said diagnosis, how she was diagnosed, the type of cancer she has, her prognosis, and what effect this illness and treatment has on her daily life and running - because of course, she still runs. Using running an...
64. Q&A for Marathon Training with Elite Coach Ron Tabb
August 09, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBIn this episode we do a Q&A with Coach Ron Tabb, retired long-distance runner with a PR of 2:09:31 in 1983, when the marathon world record was only 2:08. We asked him questions such as: How long should a marathon cycle be? How do I know what my race pace is? What pace should my long runs be? What should my easy pace be? How much slower than my fast pace? If you’re running a distance race, is it better to be fast at short distances and draw the speed out or have endurance under your belt and ...
63. Running with (and from) dogs
August 02, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode we talk about dogs and tackle the two most pressing topics: What to do when a dog runs up to you during your run and the more fun question: What are good running dogs. To answer these questions we invited Cora Williams (Wittekind), an animal behaviorist who specializes in dogs and teaches their human companions the ropes to successful dog ownership. Cora’s website is https://prestigiouspooch.com/ Her instagram is @prestigiouspooch Our instagram is @runningpodcast Our fac...
62. VO2Max and Running with Dr. Gregory Grosicki
July 26, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode, we tackle the topic of VO2Max that we as runners hear all about. We ask Greg Grosicki, PhD, who is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Exercise Physiology Laboratory at Georgia Southern University and who does research focusing on exercise and nutritional interventions to improve human performance the following questions: What is VO2 Max, How is it tracked, Whether it is important to know it your VO2Max number as an average recreational runner, What some average n...
61. Running movies you should watch
July 19, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBThere is a number of reasons why running movies can be not only enjoyable, but also relevant for your training. We sat down with our friend Sarah and we talked about 9 particular movies including, title, a quick summary, why we enjoyed them, and whom they are for. This is our list: 1. Skid row marathon, 2. Brittany runs a marathon, 3.Spirit of the Marathon 1, 4. Spirit of the Marathon 2, 5. City slickers can’t stay with me, 6. Breaking2, 7. Prefontaine, 8. Boston: The documentary,9. Patriot’...
60. Mental Health and Running with Sasha Wolff of "Still I Run"
July 12, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode we talk about the topic of mental health. We speak about the stigma, the reason for the stigma, and some studies that show the science behind mental health so we can better understand why it is that we feel better when we run. We also talk to our special guest, Sasha Wolff, the founder of the non-profit organization Still I Run. Still I Run is a 501(c)3 organization and running community that promotes the benefits of running for mental health. Sasha shares how she became a ru...
59. About Plantar Fasciitis, Runners' Knee, and Stress Fractures
July 05, 2021 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode we talked to Australian Physiotherapist Brodie Sharpe about Plantar Fasciitis, “Runner’s Knee,” and Stress Fractures. We dive into each of these injuries and learn about what they are, why they happen, if there is something we can do to prevent them from occurring, and then of course a little about prognosis. We also talk about what people are candidates for injuries, we talk about the pain rest weakness downward spiral, and how we can get back into our training after taking...
58. Should you get a running coach?
June 28, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode we tackle the subject of running coaches: Why you would get one, whom they are for. Then, along with Sarah from Chasing Life Podcast, we further discuss what to look for in a running coach if you have decided to get one. Our facebook group is www.facebook.com/groups/runningwithfriendscommunity/ And our NEW website is www.runningpodcast.us or www.runningpodcast.info
5 Minute Friday - running in the dark!
June 25, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBThis week's 5 Minute Friday session is all about how to run in the dark. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
57. The hidden training program with author Bryan Green
June 21, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode spoke with Bryan Green, the author of Make the Leap - a sports psychology book for runners. Through his book, Bryan demonstrates that the key to unlocking one’s potential isn't in training harder or doing more sophisticated workouts. Rather, it's in thinking better about your training. Think better, train better. His book provides athletes and coaches a step-by-step guide to thinking more effectively about all aspects of training. We asked him about some of the main concepts,...
5 Minute Friday - the benefits of running hills!
June 18, 2021 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.73 MBIn this week's 5 minute Friday we talk all about running hills. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
56. How running has changed in the last 20 years
June 14, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBIn an attempt to appreciate how easy we runners have it nowadays, in this episode Ryan and I talk about 16 ways that running has changed over just about the last 20 years. We reminisce about things that were simpler but also talk about all the advancements that we as runners can take advantage of to make us faster and have a better experience. Along with our guest Jim Lynch, fellow podcast host and 50 state finisher, we tackle these topics: training, mileage, nutrition, race fueling, mental ...
5 Minute Friday - colorful nutrition!
June 11, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MBThis week's 5 Minute Friday session is all about the benefits of colorful nutrition. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
55. Nutrition during Marathon Training with Amy Shapiro, RD
June 07, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBMany of us are signed up for fall marathons. For that reason, in this episode examined how to maximize our nutrition during marathon training. We ask: What to eat during marathon training. We spoke with Amy Shapiro MS, RD, CDN, the founder and director of Real Nutrition, a NYC-based private practice, and asked her about what we should include in our diet, how to avoid hunger due to increased mileage, whether we needed to eat before running and how to fuel wile running, as well as what we wou...
5 Minute Friday - running fartleks!
June 04, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.86 MBThis week's session is all about the benefits of fartleks! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
54. Self-defense for Runners with Icy Mike
May 31, 2021 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode we talk all about self defense for runners. Mike or“Icy mike” as he is known on his YouTube channel “HARD2HURT” is a self-defense instructor, former police officer, swat operator, blood hound handler, and has been a police trainer to hundreds of officers. Mike answers our questions about what we can do to prevent being attacked, how to better be prepared when attacked, as well as what to do when attacked. He also dives into telling us about self defense weapons that are effic...
5 Minute Friday - the benefits of running relaxed!
May 28, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBThis week's tip of the week was all about the benefits of relaxing --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
53. Our Keys100 Relay Race Recap or Review
May 24, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode we do a race review or race recap of the Keys100 ultra marathon relay which we completed this May, 2021 with our 6 member co-ed team called “We Got the Runs”. This event is a 100-mile point-to-point running race from the island of Key Largo to the southernmost point in Key West for individuals or teams. Our team members all made wonderful memories and learned a lot of lessons along the way. If you enjoy race recaps or if you are considering part-taking in a relay, this episod...
53A. NEW INTRO ** Season 2
May 23, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBWelcome to SEASON 2!! Ryan and Letty here. It's been a year since we started the podcast (it's May of 2021 now) and we are excited for another year of podcasting about all things running. In this special episode we do a new intro to tell our listeners who we are, how we started running, and why we podcast. Thank you listeners for sticking around, and we hope that you enjoy this episode, although is a little bit different than our other episodes. Our instagram is @runningpodcast Our facebo...
NEW INTRO ** Marathon Running Podcast Season 2
May 23, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBWelcome to SEASON 2!! Ryan and Letty here. It's been a year since we started the podcast (it's May of 2021 now) and we are excited for another year of podcasting about all things running. In this special episode we do a new intro to tell our listeners who we are, how we started running, and why we podcast. Thank you listeners for sticking around, and we hope that you enjoy this episode, although is a little bit different than our other episodes. Our instagram is @runningpodcast Our facebo...
5 Minute Friday - Running form!
May 21, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 4.67 MBIn this week's 5 minute Friday we talk all about our running form! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
52. The perfect running form with Brodie Sharpe
May 17, 2021 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBIn this episode we asked Australian physiotherapist and host of the number 1 running podcast, Brodie Sharpe, about running form! Is there such a thing as the “perfect running form”? And although the answer was obvious (and let’s face it, the goal of our running form analysis is simply to prevent injury and to run economically so that we can run safely and fast) - as always with Brodie, we learned quite a bit. Listen in if you want to learn about the different phases of our running strides, w...
5 Minute Friday - your metabolic response to heat!
May 14, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 6.08 MBIn this week's 5 minute Friday we talk all about your metabolic response to heat. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
51. Turning your miles into more (money) with Gene Gurkoff
May 10, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode we spoke about using our logged miles to do something good. All of us have running watches or some sort of device that enables us to track out progress. Well, there are a few option, and you don’t have to pick one. There are many ways to log your miles. One option is to sign up with achievements, where you can log miles. Once you reach 10,000 points, you can get yourself a gift card or donate your miles to charity. Very simple, and here is a link: https://tinyurl.com/yheruj5s ...
5 Minute Friday - personal limits for runners!
May 07, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 6.25 MBIn this week's 5 minute Friday we talk all about how to figure our realistic expectations. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
50. On pregnancy and post-partum running with Coach Tiffany Spearman
May 03, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode we asked Coach Tiffany Spearman about running WHILE pregnant and post-partum. As a well-versed running coach we asked her about her opinion when it came running while pregnant, starting with how safe it is to run, how much one should run, whether heart rate mattered, what some benefits are, where to find the energy, what some complications and precautions are, and when someone should stop. As for post-partum running, we asked her when it would be safe to resume running, how t...
5 Minute Friday for runners - about stretching!
April 30, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 4.06 MBfollow us on instagram to see our weekly tip @wgtrpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
49. RUNspiration with 1:24 half-marathoner Jeremy Rivera
April 26, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode we talked to Jereny Rivera, who went from running her first half marathon in 3:23 to running it in 1:24. She will talk to us about how her running and life has changed. JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP - https://www.facebook.com/groups/220352729337114 follow us on instagram @wgtrpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wgtr/support
49. RUNspiration with 1:24 half-marathoner Jereny Rivera
April 26, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode we talked to Jereny Rivera, who went from running her first half marathon in 3:23 to running it in 1:24. She will talk to us about how her running and life has changed. JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP - https://www.facebook.com/groups/220352729337114 follow us on instagram @wgtrpodcast
5 Minute Friday for runners- Come up with a plan for your running!
April 23, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.6 MBThis is our first segment of our version of the five minute Friday! We will be giving some times on how to have a plan! Hope you enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wgtr/support
5 Minute Friday for runners - come up with a plan for your running!
April 23, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.6 MBThis is our first segment of our version of the five minute Friday! We will be giving some times on how to have a plan! Hope you enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
48. RRCA Run Coaching Certification Recap and Review
April 19, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode we dive into the RRCA run coaching certification and discuss its price and what was included, the topics, and whether we thought this certification was a good value.
Elite Events - Naples Distance Classic 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, April 10, 2021 (BONUS EPISODE)
April 15, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 10 MBIn collaboration with Elite Events, we attended their Naples Distance Classic 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon for a race review, and did some exit interviews with their participants!
47. RUNspiration with sub-3 hour marathoner Emily Morley
April 12, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBListen to get inspired and learn what works for the fast people! Treadmill Queen Emily Morley tells us how she got it done, and how she will do it again.
46. Running Parodies with Colin Hayes
April 05, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode we talk about some super fun parodies for runners. We will talk EVERYTHING, from black toenails to chafing your Johnson... our guest for this episode is composer Colin Hayes, who is also known as the resurrected runner. Check out his website for his music! http://resurrectedrunner.com www.wgtr.us
45. RUNspiration with world record Marathoner, Jeannie Rice
March 29, 2021 16:31 - 38 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode, we talk with world record holding marathoner Jeannie Rice who continues to beat her own record!
45. (CORRECTED) RUNspiration with world record Marathoner, Jeannie Rice
March 29, 2021 16:31 - 38 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this episode, we talk with world record holding marathoner Jeannie Rice who continues to beat her own record! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wgtr/support
44. From marathon training to triathlon training with Adrian Valdivieso
March 22, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode we consult with Los Angeles based triathlon coach Adrian Valdivieso about what it takes to switch from "just running" to training for a tri. Some of our most burning questions were how do we go from focusing on running only to focusing on multiple sports? What do we focus on most, our weak sports or our better ones? What do we need? Basically, just what does it take? And Adrian answers them all.
43. Three worst running experiences - Running with Friends
March 20, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBThis is part two of the episode I go for a run with a friend, Sarah (the host of the Sarah-Chasing-Life podcast). We talk about our three worst running experiences.
Elite Events - Paradise Coast Half Marathon and 5K, March 13, 2021 (BONUS EPISODE)
March 15, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBIn collaboration with Elite Events, we attended their Paradise Coast Half Marathon and 5K and did some exit interviews with their 5K participants! https://www.paradisehalf.com
42. Three best running experiences - Running with Friends
March 13, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this episode I go for a run with a friend, Sarah (the host of the Sarah-Chasing-Life podcast). We talk about our three best running experiences.
41. RUNspiration with ultra runner Sally McRae
March 06, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBIn this episode we talk to Sally McRae, a professional trail runner, mom of 2, coach, and motivational speaker, who shares her super inspiring story and her love for running with us! For more inspiration, you can find her as @yellowrunner all over social media. www.wgtr.us
CHARITY OF THE MONTH - The Running Water 5K
March 04, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBhttps://www.newinternational.org/give/campaign/3rd-annual-running-water-5k --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/support
40. A guide to marathon training - part 4 "injury prevention"
February 27, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBwww.wgtr.us
40. A guide to running - part 4 "injury prevention"
February 27, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 30.8 MBwww.wgtr.us --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wgtr/support