Marathon Training Academy

[powerpress] In this episode Angie and Trevor share their favorite books from 2024 (both running and non-running related). [box] This Episode is Sponsored by . . . Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. Sports Tours International, a company that’s taken runners and spectators to the most popular races around the world for 50 years. AG1 -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Work with a Running Coach in 2025 or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box] The Book Episode: Our Top Reads in 2024 Angie read a total of 201 books in 2024 (59 fiction and 142 non fiction; ebook= 3, audio= 115, hardcopy= 92). Authors We Interviewed on the Podcast In addition to reading these books we spoke with the authors! Dr. Michael Greger, author of the book ‘How Not to Age

[powerpress] In this episode we talk about how you as a long distance runner can let your mind wander as your body keeps moving forward mile after glorious mile! How to 'put your legs on autopilot'. [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Work with a Running Coach in 2025 or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. MetPro Nutrition Coaching -speak with a Metabolic Expert about your goals and get actionable steps toward fueling for performance, losing weight, adding muscle, or changing your body composition. Get $500 off their concierge coaching. Sports Tours International, a company that’s taken runners and spectators to the most popular races around the world for 50 years. Saysky High Performance Running Wear -Use code MTA15 to get 15% off running tights, shorts, tops, singlets, jackets, vests, sports bras and anything across their entire product line worldwide. [/box]

[powerpress] Trevor and Angie here just popping into your podcast feed to make an important announcement! Next July we are running the Eiger Ultra Trail in Switzerland and are inviting any listener to the podcast who is interested in joining us there! The Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB is so popular that is already sold out, but we have access to race bibs through our partner Run The Alps. The epic course has unrivaled mountain scenery on highly runnable trails. There’s a distance for every level for those who want to try a European trail race. The race offers a 16k, 35k, 51k, and 101k. We are doing this race as part of a 9 day running retreat that starts on July 12th, 2025. Spots are limited so please email us if you are interested. See this page for all the details. Let's run!

[powerpress] In this episode we speak with MTA Coach Athena and her client Melanie Toelcke who ran through the Grand Canyon from rim-to-rim-to-rim. This is a challenging 48 mile point-to-point run, in 100 degree temps, through one of the greatest natural wonders of the world! [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. Run the Eiger Ultra Trail with Angie and Trevor in 2025! Visit this page to read how you can join us in a Switzerland next summer for an unforgettable running adventure. UCAN Energy -Try their Edge gels for FREE! all you pay is the cost of shipping. You can also get 20% off anything in their store with the code MTA. AG1 -get the Black Friday offer for all of November! Every week of November, AG1 will be running a special Black Friday offer for a free gift with your first subscription, in addition to the Welcome Kit with Vitamin D3+K2. The Drury Hotels -they have free breakfast and free

[powerpress] In this episode we speak with Tara Dower who set the fastest know time (FKT) on the Appalachian Trail by running an average of 54 miles per day for 40 days! [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Sports Tours International, a company that’s taken runners and spectators to the most popular races around the world for 50 years. Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown during runs. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. AquaTru -receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier with code “MTA“ at checkout. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box] Tara Dower is an Altra Elite Athlete based in Virginia, who recently completed the 2,197.4 (3,535 kilometres) mile Appalachian Trail in a record setting 40 days, 18 hours, and 5 minutes. That’s 13 hours faster than the record set in 2018 by Belgian runner Karel Sabbe. Prior to Dower's breakthrough, only 10 people had ever managed to traverse the AT in 50

[powerpress] In this episode we speak with Academy member and coaching client, Kofo Obasanjo-Blackshire, about the ups and downs of training for a personal best in the marathon. Kofo started running to lose baby weight after her second pregnancy. Through consistency and patience she has dropped her marathon time from 4:40 to 3:53. Kofo Obasanjo-Blackshire was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and lives in the United Kingdom with her husband and two sons. She holds a PhD from King's College London. Her father Olusegun Obasanjo was the president of Nigeria from 1999-2007. She has completed 16 marathons and trains with MTA Coach Nicole. [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. Run the Alps with Angie and Trevor in 2025! Visit this page to read how you can join us in a Switzerland next summer for an unforgettable running adventure. AG1 -get the Black Friday offer for all of November! Every week of November

[powerpress] In this episode we bring you to the Košice Marathon in Slovakia

[powerpress] In this episode we bring you to Slovakia! Trevor speaks with the former prime minister Mikuláš Dzurinda -a transformational leader and avid runner with 39 marathon finishes. [box] Sponsor Links Sports Tours International USA -enter to win a FREE travel package to the 2025 TCS London Marathon! The package includes a race entry bib plus 4-night hotel accommodation right in the heart of London. You have until midnight on October 20th to enter. AG1 -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. AirDoctor the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to. This includes allergens, pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold spores and even bacteria and viruses.
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[powerpress] In this episode Trevor brings you to the Berlin Marathon (which celebrated its 50th anniversary). Meet fellow runners and fans of the MTA podcast and hear what it’s like to inline skate the Berlin Marathon. [box] Links Mentioned in this Episode Sports Tours International USA -enter to win a FREE travel package to the 2025 TCS London Marathon! The package includes a race entry bib plus 4-night hotel accommodation right in the heart of London. You have until midnight on October 20th to enter. UCAN Energy -Try their Edge gels for FREE! all you pay is the cost of shipping. You can also get 20% off anything in their store with the code MTA. AquaTru -receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier with code “MTA“ at checkout. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box] Photos: [caption id="attachment_24072" align="alignleft" width="1000"] with Bill, Cara, and Sara[/caption] [caption id="attachment_24074" align="alignleft"

[powerpress] In this episode we speak with physical therapy doctor, Matthew Silver, about the Six Laws of Running Form. Dr. Matt is author of the book 'Built to Run -The Runner’s Guide to Fixing Common Injuries, Resolving Pain, and Optimizing Running Performance Now and for Life'. [box] Sponsor Links Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown during runs. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. AG1 -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box] The Six Laws of Running Form 1. Do Not Overstride 2. Cadence is Key 3. Land on the Ball of Your Foot Then Heel Strike 4. Trust Gravity 5. The Heel Pull 6. Achieve True Midstance Bio: Dr. Matt Silver is a sports physical therapist, running coach, and running form analys

[powerpress] In this episode we speak with Dr. Michael Greger author of the book 'How Not to Age -The Scientific Approach to Getting Healthier as You Get Older'. Plus, Coach Angie shares tips on how to make your next marathon go smoothly! [box] Episode Sponsors MetPro Nutrition Coaching -speak with a Metabolic Expert about your goals and get actionable steps toward fueling for performance, losing weight, adding muscle, or changing your body composition. Get $500 off their concierge coaching. AG1 -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. The Richmond Marathon -Meet Trevor and be a part of America’s Friendliest Marathon November 16th! Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. AirDoctor the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to.

[powerpress] In this episode with speak with Laura Green, comedian and public speaker with a viral presence on social media helping runners laugh and enjoy the run. This is a fun conversation about how Laura got into running marathons and what it's like to make a living as a content creator in the running space. [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Laura Green on Instagram @Lauramcgreen The Drury Hotels -they have free breakfast and free food and drinks in the evening -something they call the 5:30 kick back. They have more than 150 locations in 26 states. Use our link to save 10% on your stay. AG1 -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box] Bio: Laura Green is a comedic content creator who aims to get runners to have a good lau

In this episode we speak with Carrie Tollefson about what it’s like to be a commentator at the Olympic Games. Plus we share five ways to “get after it” in your marathon training!

[powerpress] In this episode we round up the news, stories and statistics from the 2024 Olympic Marathon and other running events. Plus, Trevor shares what he's been doing in Europe for the last three weeks. [box] Sponsor Links Sidekick -muscle scraping tools that are must-haves in your injury prevention tool box! We recommend the 'My Personal PT Bundle'. Use our link for 15% off your order. UCAN Energy -Try their Edge gels for FREE! all you pay is the cost of shipping. You can also get 20% off anything in their store with the code MTA. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box] Want to lean more about Olympic running events? See this post.

In this bonus episode Trevor sits down with Doug Mayer, founder of Run the Alps, to discuss the joys of trail running. Doug shares his biggest tip for achieving longevity in running, and describes the unique trail races in France, Switzerland, and Italy. Doug Mayer grew up in the US, cross country skiing in New Hampshire’s White Mountains with his older brothers. In a past life he worked as a Producer for the NPR show Car Talk. Today he runs his business Run the Alps and writes for a number of trail running media outlets, including Outside, Trail Runner, and Ultrasignup. His latest book is Run the Alps Switzerland: 30 Must-Do Trail Runs. He lives in Chamonix, France with his partner and dog Izzy. [box] AG1 -the ultimate daily all-in-one health drink with 75 proven vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients. Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. [/box]

[powerpress] In this episode we bring you on a 114 mile journey around the highest mountain in the Alps -the famous Tour du Mont Blanc. We begin in Chamonix, France and then cross into Italy, Switzerland, and back to Chamonix with listeners to the MTA podcast. Listen as we describe the beauty and the challenge of the trail, the mountain culture of the Alps, and the endurance mindset of the runners who joined us there. *Special thanks to Angie Spencer, Jeff Thompson, Anna Haberzettle, James and Susie Jin, Kelly Heffner, Becca Schaldt, Parker Watson, Deborah Brown, Tamra Ludlow, Alistair Crompton, Marion Giraud, and Run the Alps! [box] Episode Sponsors Sidekick -muscle scraping tools that are must-haves in your injury prevention tool box! We recommend the 'My Personal PT Bundle'. Use our link for 15% off your order. UCAN Energy -Try their Edge gels for FREE! all you pay is the cost of shipping. You can also get 20% off anything in their store with the code MTA. The Richmond Marathon -Meet Trevor an

[powerpress] In this episode Coach Angie shares four principles to help you embrace the truth that you can do hard things . . . and shares her favorite books on the topic. Plus, Trevor figures out how to do hard things the lazy way. [box] Sponsor Links MetPro Nutrition Coaching -speak with a Metabolic Expert about your goals and get actionable steps toward fueling for performance, losing weight, adding muscle, or changing your body composition. Get $500 off their concierge coaching. Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown during runs. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. AG1 -a foundational nutrition supplement. Get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. [/box] Book List When you do hard things you’ll definitely get resistance and push back from some people but you’ll also inspire more people to live courageous lives. I like to read memoirs of people who share the ups and downs on the road to success. There are some

[powerpress] In this episode Coach Angie shares tips (and stories) to help you better deal with hot weather during training and on race day. [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Sidekick Muscle Scraping Tools -Use our link for 15% off. We recommend the My Personal PT Bundle. The Drury Hotel Company -save 10% on your stay with our link! Over 150 locations around the USA. PATH Projects Shorts and Gear -Use our link for 10% off! Trevor loves the 9 inch Graves PX shorts. The Richmond Marathon -America's Friendliest Marathon. AG1 -a foundational nutrition supplement. Get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. Go further in your running with the help of a MTA Running Coach [/box] Summer ranks among many people’s favorite season of the year but many runners have mixed feelings, especially when it comes to their training. They’re often surprised to find that keeping momentum going during the summer can be a challenge. If you’re struggling to be co

In this episode Coach Amber, RD, joins us to answer nutrition questions sent in from listeners to the podcast. We discuss fueling with candy versus gels, the best time to carb load, hunger during those heavy mileage weeks, ideal protein intake, afternoon crashes and sugar cravings, iron deficiency, nutrition during peri-menopause, weight-loss, snacking, low-carb eating, nutrient combining, and more! [powerpress] [box] Sponsor Links MetPro Nutrition Coaching -speak with a Metabolic Expert about your goals and get actionable steps toward fueling for performance, losing weight, adding muscle, or changing your body composition. Get $500 off their concierge coaching. UCAN -try UCAN Edge gels for FREE! all you pay is the cost of shipping. You can also get 20% off anything in their store with the code MTA. [/box] Coach Amber Velasquez has a Master of Health Sciences and is a Licensed and Registered Dietitian and a certified personal trainer. She’s a coach at MetPro and loves all things nutrition & fitnes

[powerpress] In this episode we speak with Jasmin Paris -a British ultrarunner who became the first woman to finish the Barkley Marathons in its 38 year history! (Only 20 people have finished Barkley before the cutoff). [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown during runs. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. Exakt Health -a physical therapy app that specializes in the rehab of running injuries and prevention. Download and test the app with a 7-day free trial via the Apple or Google Play Store and with the code 'MTA' you get up to 40% off the 3- and 6-month subscriptions.” AG1 -a foundational nutrition supplement backed by multiple research studies. Try AG1 and get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. [/box]