Episodes

  • An Injury Comeback Story with Robin Walters

    An Injury Comeback Story with Robin Walters
    May 1 2025
    In this episode we bring you a conversation with Robin Walters -who just completed the Boston Marathon. This is a story about overcoming an acute injury, training through winter conditions, and what it's like to accomplish a goal many years in the making! [powerpress] [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Run Coaching. Work with a MTA running Coach. Run the London Marathon in 2026! Preregister now for a travel package with Sports Tours International. UCAN -we have been fueling with UCAN since 2013. As a listener to the podcast you can 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. AG1 Next Gen -get a FREE bottle of AG D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, AND 5 of the upgraded AG1 travel packs with your first order. [/box]
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    49 mins
  • Behind the Mic with Angie and Trevor

    Behind the Mic with Angie and Trevor
    Apr 20 2025
    In this episode we play an interview we did on the 'I’ll Have Another Podcast' with Lyndsey Hein. Lyndsey invited us to participate in her Behind the Mic series -where she interviews fellow podcasters in the running space. Hear us discuss podcasting, parenting, travel, books, our favorite marathons, and more! [powerpress]
    Lindsey Hein lives in North Carolina with her husband of 15 years, Glenn and their four boys. She’s the founder of the podcast network SandyBoy Productions and host of I’ll Have Another and Why is Everyone Yelling? with Lindsey Hein. Lindsey has run 17 marathons and one half ironman. She loves podcasting, hosting live interviews and coaching runners! [box] Mentioned in This Episode Work with a Running Coach in 2025 or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. 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. IQBAR -brain and body-boosting bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffees. Their Ultimate Sampler Pack includes all three! Get 20% off plus FREE shipping. Just text “MTA” to 64000. [/box]
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    59 mins
  • The Norwegian Method of Training

    The Norwegian Method of Training
    Apr 12 2025
    In this episode we speak with Brad Culp -author of the book The Norwegian Method. Plus, Coach Angie discusses the value of Zone 2 Training. Brad Culp is a sports journalist who has contributed to many triathlon publications. Culp has finished more than 100 races (including 15 marathons). He currently resides in Illinois with his wife and two children. His new book is titled The Norwegian Method-The Culture, Science & Humans Behind the Groundbreaking Approach to Elite Endurance Performance. [powerpress] [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Lagoon Sleep -take their awesome 2 minute sleep quiz to find your match. Use the code “MTA” for 15% off your first purchase. AG1 -It’s the perfect time to start a new healthy habit and AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. IQBAR -brain and body-boosting bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffees. Their Ultimate Sampler Pack includes all three! Get 20% off plus FREE shipping. Just text “MTA” to 64000. Work with a Running Coach in 2025 or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box]
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    51 mins
  • 15 Year Podcast Anniversary Episode 🎉

    15 Year Podcast Anniversary Episode 🎉
    Apr 2 2025
    In this episode we celebrate the 15 Year Anniversary of the Podcast! Listeners call in to tell us what running marathons and half marathons has taught them about life. Runners from all over the world shared their inspiring stories, mantras, and advice. Thanks to everyone who sent in a voicemail, and THANK YOU ALL for supporting the podcast for the last 15 years! [powerpress] [box] Sponsor Links Drury Hotels -our longest running sponsor! They have over 150 locations in 25 states; free food and drinks (the 530 kickback), clean rooms, great locations, indoor/outdoor pools, popcorn, reasonable rates. Get 10% off your stay with our link! UCAN -we have been fueling with UCAN since 2013. As a listener to the podcast you can 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. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box]
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    45 mins
  • How to Get Into the World Marathon Majors (Part 2)

    How to Get Into the World Marathon Majors (Part 2)
    Mar 22 2025
    [powerpress] In this podcast episode we talk about why you should run the World Marathon Majors; and how to get into the Berlin, Chicago, and NYC Marathons. Plus we share a special announcement about a trip we are hosting to Dublin, Ireland! The Abbott World Marathon Majors is the most prestigious marathon series in the world, hosting over 250,000 runners per year, and millions applying for a bib. There are basically 4 ways to get into each marathon as a non-elite runner.
    1. Enter the lottery
    2. Run for charity
    3. Qualify with a fast time
    4. Travel with a tour company
    But as you will hear, there are many exceptions, nuances, and backdoor ways to get into the Majors. [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Sports Tours International USA -Join us at the Dublin Marathon! Get a race bib and 3 nights at a 4-start hotel. Use code MTA when you book your spot. Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. AG1 -It’s the perfect time to start a new healthy habit and AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box]
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    37 mins
  • How to Get Into the World Marathon Majors (Part 1)

    How to Get Into the World Marathon Majors (Part 1)
    Mar 13 2025
    [powerpress] Here's your guide to getting a race bib for the Tokyo, Boston, London, and Sydney Marathons! Our next episode will focus on Berlin, Chicago, and New York. The Abbott World Marathon Majors is the most prestigious marathon series in the world, hosting over 250,000 runners per year, and millions applying for a bib. Many runners in our audience are working toward their Six Star Medal (Angie only needs 1 more star). There are basically 4 ways to get into each marathon as a non-elite runner.
    • Enter the lottery
    • Run for charity
    • Qualify with a fast time
    • Travel with a tour company
    But as you will hear, there are many exceptions, nuances, and backdoor ways to get into the Majors. We hope you enjoy this episode! [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode MetPro + MTA Coaching Deal. Special offer we've never done before limited to the first 30 people, signup for MetPro Nutrition coaching will also get MTA Run coaching included at no additional cost. $200 a month savings. Lagoon Sleep -take their awesome 2 minute sleep quiz to find your match. Use the code “MTA” for 15% off your first purchase. Sports Tours International USA -our top recommended marathon tour company for runners in the USA, UK, France, and Ireland. AG1 -It’s the perfect time to start a new healthy habit and AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. [/box]
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    40 mins
  • How to Run the Perfect Race: Interview with Matt Fitzgerald

    How to Run the Perfect Race: Interview with Matt Fitzgerald
    Mar 1 2025
    [powerpress] In this episode we speak with Matt Fitzgerald author of the book 'How to Run the Perfect Race -Better Racing Through Better Pacing'. Matt will explain why many runners struggle with pacing in the marathon. We also take a look at the concept of "Work Rate"; and the central governor theory of fatigue versus Brehm's motivational intensity theory. [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. 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". Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan. Book: How to Run the Perfect Race -Better Racing Through Better Pacing [/box] Matt Fitzgerald is a coach, nutritionist, and author of books on endurance sports including Pain & Performance, 80/20 Running, How Bad do you Want it and his most recent book “How to Run the Perfect Race- Better Racing Through Better Pacing.” He is cofounder of 80/20 Endurance and a lifelong endurance athlete.
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    49 mins
  • Nutrition Q and A with Coach Amber

    Nutrition Q and A with Coach Amber
    Feb 22 2025
    In this episode we are joined by Coach Amber from MetPro to tackle nutrition questions sent in by listeners. We discuss meal timing, hydration, protein sources, menopause, how to balance performance and fat loss goals, managing cravings, fueling for an ultra, and we even dive into the current buzz around GLP1 medications. Whether you're training for a marathon or an ultra, you'll get practical nutrition advice to help optimize your running. Thanks to everyone who sent in a question! [powerpress] [box] Links Mentioned in This Episode MetPro + MTA Coaching Deal. Special offer we've never done before limited to the first 30 people, signup for MetPro Nutrition coaching will also get MTA Run coaching included at no additional cost. $200 a month savings. AG1 -It’s the perfect time to start a new healthy habit and AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. [/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 & fitness. When we had her on the podcast last year it was our most listened to episode in 2024 according to Spotify.
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    55 mins