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Why Half Marathon Times Don’t Translate into Full Marathon Times
Here’s a question I received from a fellow runner named Chris, Hi Angie! I’m 50 years old and have been running for 2 1/2 years (after losing 105 pounds, but that’s another story). My times for the...
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How to Safely Run Back-to-Back Marathons
A listener named Neisha sent in a great question recently. We read it on podcast episode #151 where I talk about my double marathon. Hi Angie and Trevor – I have been an avid listener of your podcast...
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How Much Running Should I Do in the Off Season?
Here’s a great question that was sent in by a reader named Melissa, What does your off season workout routine look like? I am looking to take my running ability to the next level and have been doing a...
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Running Injuries Q and A
Running injuries! In this episode we invite Dr. Ben Shatto on the podcast and fire away with injury related questions sent in by Academy members. You will learn when to self-treat an injury versus...
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Why is it so hard to keep my heart rate in Zone 2?
Zone 2 training is something I get asked about quite often. You may have heard us talk about it in the quick tip segment of MTA podcast episode 178. Many people find that they have to slow way down or...
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How to “Live Low and Train High”
Question: How can flatlanders prepare to run a marathon at elevation? Maybe your next race will be a mountain trail run but you currently train at sea level or in a place with no hills. We find...
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Why do many runners struggle with the tapering period in marathon training?
Here’s a question that a coaching client of mine recently asked. I thought it would be perfect to share here on the blog. Why do I look forward to the taper when I’m getting close to it, but once I...
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Marathon Training Q and A Episode
One thing we’ve always enjoyed through the years is connecting with runners from around the world in our awesome online community. In this episode we answer questions sent in by MTA Members -topics...
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[Part 2] Marathon Training Q and A Episode
In this episode we bring you part 2 of our marathon training Q and A series where we answer questions sent in by Academy members. Topics include how to get faster, injury prevention, fueling, running...
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Role of the Elliptical Machine in Marathon Training
We frequently get asked about the role of the elliptical machine as a mode of cross training while preparing for a marathon. The elliptical is a very popular fitness machine that mimics the running...
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The Treadmill Episode! -Listener Q and A
In this episode we are joined by special guest Chris Galaty to talk about the joys of treadmill training and answer listener questions about training on the treadmill (#dreadmill). You will learn...
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When to Wear Compression Gear
Compression socks can provide more oxygen, improve blood circulation, muscle and joint stabilization, an improve metabolization of lactic acid, and speed recovery. Plus you get a good warm-up just...
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The Injury Episode! With Special Guest Dr. Ben Shatto
In this episode we talk injury prevention with our friend and physical therapy doctor Ben Shatto. Plus we answer injury related questions from real everyday runners like you. -Glutes, calves,...
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What is a Runner with Chronic Lower Leg Overuse Injuries to Do?
Here’s a great question that came in for the recent MTA podcast episode on Injury. Should a person resort to running with “stability shoes” and/or orthotics or minimalistic shoes? What is the role of...
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Reoccurring Shin Splints
Here’s a great question that came in for the recent MTA podcast episode on Injury. In this Q & A, I discuss why addressing the root cause of reoccurring shin splints is critical in order to avoid...
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Fixing Problems in Your Kinetic Chain
The term kinetic chain is basically the a concept that your body is interconnected. We’re made up of fixed segments made mobile by joints and all these segments and joints have an effect on each other...
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Marathon Training in the Summer Heat
Here’s a great question that came in from a fan in India who is dealing with daytime temperatures of 39 degrees Celsius (102.2 Fahrenheit). Hi A&T, I am a big fan of your podcast. I started running...
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Treating Piriformis Pain with Active Release Therapy
Here’s a great question that came in for the recent MTA podcast episode on Injury. In this Q & A, I discuss Active Release Therapy (ART) and the importance of getting to the root cause of...
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Anti-inflammatories and Running
Here’s a interesting question from Randy about anti-inflammatories like Ibuprofen. You may have heard me talk about this in our Ask the Coach podcast episode . . . What do you think about very...
View ArticleDoes everyone suffer the last 6-8 miles of a marathon?
Here’s a question from an Academy member named Lyndi about the later miles of a marathon . . . I have lots of questions following my marathon yesterday. Does everyone suffer (horribly) for the last 6-8...
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