Run Farther & Faster — The Podcast with Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper

We share a deep love of all things running with our dear friend, Cherie Louise Turner, and decided to get together and talk running and podcasting. Here is part 2!Cherie is the host of Women’s Running Stories and a competitive masters runner. In this episode we talk about our own running journeys.Enjoy this fun and lively conversation! Mentioned in this EpisodeBlanche Moila on WRS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blanche-moila-comrades-marathon-inspiring-change/id1495427631?i=1000473773849Lisa on WRS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lisa-levin-over-25-years-racing-and-still-as/id1495427631?i=1000735267498Julie on WRS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/julie-sapper-returning-to-marathons-post-acl-tear/id1495427631?i=1000735267620Chérie Louise Turner on Run Farther & Faster: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-166-exciting-boston-marathon-update-with/id1438350876?i=1000605849254

We share a deep love of all things running with our dear friend, Cherie Louise Turner, and decided to get together and talk running and podcasting. We had so much fun! Cherie is the host of Women’s Running Stories and a competitive masters runner. In this episode we talk about our podcast journeys as women with running podcasts, and we talk about some of the trends we're seeing in the running world. We also have a brief conversation about hormone replacement therapy (HRT).We had so much fun in this episode that we decided to save talking about our own running and racing for a part 2, which we will publish next week. Enjoy this fun and lively conversation! Mentioned in this EpisodeBlanche Moila on WRS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blanche-moila-comrades-marathon-inspiring-change/id1495427631?i=1000473773849Lisa on WRS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lisa-levin-over-25-years-racing-and-still-as/id1495427631?i=1000735267498Julie on WRS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/julie-sapper-returning-to-marathons-post-acl-tear/id1495427631?i=1000735267620Chérie Louise Turner on Run Farther & Faster: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-166-exciting-boston-marathon-update-with/id1438350876?i=1000605849254

We loved co-hosting another live show at the Boston Marathon with our co-host Cherie Louise Turner, host of Women’s Running Stories.Our phenomenal guests this year did not disappoint. Two days after our live show, Mary and Lisa raced the Boston Marathon. Amazingly, Mary was the third woman to cross the finish line on Marathon Monday, finishing in 2:20 at age 37! Lisa crossed the finish line in 2:32 at age 47!More about Mary and Lisa:In addition to being internationally competitive runners, Mary and Lisa also have careers outside of running, and they are moms: Mary is the founder of the Nala Track Club for girls in Kenya, and Lisa is a banking executive. We were excited to explore not only the expertise these athletes possess in running, but also their experiences and perspectives as role models, leaders, and moms. Among the topics we asked Mary and Lisa about: how their running and non-running careers have influenced each other; how they approach and structure their training while managing obligations outside of running;  how they manage stress and expectations, particularly in competitive situations; and much more. We also learned about their running backgrounds and their leadership roles outside of running. You will be inspired! Mary Ngugi-Cooper first started running in primary school, and has been competing internationally for 20 years. Among her many accomplishments, Mary earned a bronze medal in the 5000 meter event at the world junior championships in 2006, and then in 2014 she earned silver at the world half marathon championships. In 2016 she won the prestigious Houston Half Marathon, and in 2019 she debuted in the marathon here at Boston. With this year's running, Mary has competed in the Boston Marathon a total of seven times: she has always finished within the top 11 runners, and with this year's 3rd place finish, she's been on the podium for a total of three times: in 2021, 2022, and this year, 2026. These days, Mary, who is now 37, continues to compete at the highest level of the sport, going after her own personal goals and also to inspire the girls she coaches, as well as her daughter.Lisa Weightman has a long career as a marathon runner: she’s represented Australia at that distance four times at the Olympics—her first Olympics was in 2008. Lisa has won several marathons, including the Melbourne Marathon and Nagano Olympic Commemorative Marathon, and she’s been on the podium twice at the Commonwealth Games. Lisa continues to compete at the highest level of the sport, now at 47 years old, and she has a passion for, as she says, demonstrating that perseverance leads to real change and leadership is about leaving a lasting legacy.How to Keep Up with Mary Ngugi-Cooper and Nala Track ClubMary on Instagram: @maryngugiNala Track Club on Instagram: @nalatrackclubHow to Keep Up with Lisa WeightmanInstagram: @lisaweightmanWays to Connect with Run Farther and Faster Instagram: @runfartherandfaster Facebook: facebook.com/RunFartherFaster Website: runfartherandfaster.com Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Instagram: @womensrunningstories Website: womensrunningstories.comWRS Instagram:⁠⁠ @womensrunningstories⁠⁠Website:⁠⁠ womensrunningstories.com⁠⁠

Less than 24 hours after we raced, we recap! We ran, we conquered, and now…we sore! Highlights include—some interesting and new logistics, our fueling plans, and how we handled tapering during our busiest weekend of the year.We know this course, yet each year, we learn something new about the race and ourselves. Congrats to all who ran this storied course on Patriots’ Day! You did that!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] follow, share and review our show!

In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to run your best Boston Marathon—from race-week preparation to smart execution on race day.With Boston around the corner, we walk through how to approach the course with confidence: how to handle the early downhill miles, when to start respecting the Newton hills, and how to adjust your effort so you don’t leave your race on the first half of the course. We also cover pacing and how to stay mentally locked in from Hopkinton to Boylston.We dig into the details that matter most in the final days before the race: tapering mindset, fueling and carb loading, weather considerations, and how to avoid the most common mistakes runners make in the final 10K. You’ll also hear practical tips on race morning logistics, gear choices, and how to respond when the race inevitably feels harder than planned.Whether it’s your 1st or 20th Boston,, this episode is designed to help you show up prepared, patient, and ready to execute your best race.Join us for our live show at the Expo on Saturday 4/18 at noon and our shakeout run in Boston on Sunday, 4/19 at 8:30 at a new location—338 Newbury Street in front of Trident Booksellers.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.

After providing some key taper advice, we welcomed back a very special guest, Darren Sapper (Julie’s husband), who has spectated the Boston Marathon ten times.Darren provides guidance on getting to the spectating spots and how to navigate Boston while with kids.We appreciate Darren’s support of the podcast and our running and coaching pursuits. Thanks to Darren for joining us.Darren’s coordinates for spectating spots:Mile 6.5 in Framingham: 16 Concord St, Framingham, MA 01702 (north side of the route, runner’s left)Mile 13 in Wellesley: 13 Central St, Wellesley, MA 02482 (north side of the route, runner’s left)Mile 20 in Newton: 638 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02459 (south side of the route, runner’s right)Join us for our shakeout run in Boston on Sunday, 4/19 at 8:30 at a new location—338 Newbury Street in front of Trident Booksellers.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

We’re so thrilled to welcome back the legendary Dave McGillivray, who has served as the Boston Marathon race director since 2001. Dave breaks down the key changes to this year’s race, offering clarity into what runners can expect with six waves, rather than four, and how to adjust accordingly. Dave also offers course insight and guidance, along with how he’s training for his 54th consecutive Boston Marathon, which he will run with his three children and astronaut Sunita Williams. As taper begins and nerves set in, Dave shares thoughtful words of encouragement to help runners stay patient, confident, and ready to embrace race day. More about Dave: Dave is the founder and president of DMSE Sports, Inc., a full-service event-management organization. McGillivray has directed or consulted on more than 1,400 events throughout the world including the Boston Marathon, the Beach to Beacon 10K, the ASICS Falmouth Road Race, the Mount Washington Road Race, the Olympic Marathon trials, and the Olympic Games.Dave is also the founder of the Dave McGillivray Finish Strong Foundation, which seeks to inspire and empower youth to increase physical activity, expand literacy, and build community and self-esteem through running, reading, and acts of kindness. Dave has completed 173 marathons, including 53 consecutive Boston Marathons. In 1978, he completed an 80-day trek across the United States, running the 3,452 miles from Medford, Ore., to Medford, Mass. to benefit the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.Dave is on Instagram @dmsedave. Join us for our shakeout run in Boston on Sunday, 4/19 at 8:30 at a new location—338 Newbury Street in front of Trident Booksellers.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

This week we are joined by Run Farther & Faster runner, Beth Colling, who at age 57 ran a 3:43 at the Tokyo Marathon, earning her Six Star Medal. But Beth’s journey to that finish line was anything but straightforward. Just one year ago, after a life-altering health setback, she wasn’t sure she would ever run another marathon.Instead of stepping away from the sport she loves, Beth turned that uncertainty into opportunity. Through patience, determination, and the support of her community, she rebuilt her fitness and confidence—ultimately crossing the finish line in Tokyo in 3:43, tying the personal best she set four years earlier.Beth lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she trains with an incredibly uplifting group of masters women who help make the miles joyful and meaningful. She shares how that community, along with a renewed perspective on gratitude and resilience, shaped her comeback.Beyond running, Beth is an accomplished attorney with more than 25 years of experience who has traveled to six of the seven continents, working with organizations to help create infrastructure in developing countries. She’s also a mom of three, who originally began running longer distances after the birth of her third child as a way to carve out a little space—and sanity—amid the chaos of a busy household.In this episode, Beth reflects on perseverance, purpose, and the power of believing that your best days might still be ahead. Join us for our shakeout run in Boston on Sunday, 4/19 at 8:30 at a new location—338 Newbury Street in front of Trident Booksellers.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

This week we’re joined by Allison Mercer, a Team USA ultrarunner, championship competitor, and thoughtful voice in the running community, to unpack the controversy that unfolded at the 2026 USATF Half Marathon Championships in Atlanta.Allison is an accomplished distance runner who has represented the United States at the ultrarunning world championships and competed at national championship events herself. Allison is also a leader in the Atlanta running community and served as the three-hour pacer for the marathon event, which occurred on the same day.On race day in Atlanta, chaos erupted in the closing mile when the lead vehicle directed the front pack of women — including Jess McClain, Emma Grace Hurley, and Ednah Kurgat — off the correct course. The mistake dramatically altered the outcome of the national championship and raised serious questions about race organization, athlete fairness, and accountability. In response, Allison wrote a widely discussed op-ed for Outside Run analyzing the incident and the reaction that followed. Rather than simply assigning blame, she explored the deeper structural issues behind championship road racing — from course control and race operations to governing-body policies — while urging the running community to pursue accountability without losing perspective on the people involved.In this conversation, Allison brings her experience as an athlete and community leader to share how we can better respond to mistakes in our community. We appreciate Allison’s insight!You can find Allison on Instagram @onewomandancepartyFollow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

After watching Alysa Liu skate with pure joy to win gold, we were inspired!What if we trained and raced the Boston Marathon the same way? This week, we welcome 13-time Boston marathoner and longtime friend, Ken Trombatore, to break down a practical roadmap for training and racing Boston with joy and gratitude.Whether your’re chasing a PR, running your first Boston, or simply want to experience Boylston Street with gratitude instead of tension, this episode will help you allow more joy into your training, just like Alysa.

In this episode, we break down thirteen powerful, practical, and often overlooked ways to elevate your performance at the Boston Marathon—starting now!We cover how to make your long runs mimic the unique Boston course profile, why mastering your late start timing can make or break your day, and how to build both the uphill strength and downhill efficiency this course demands. From nailing marathon pace on hilly terrain to practicing real-world fueling strategies (yes, even the scary ones), we share tips you can implement immediately.Whether you’re a Boston Marathon first-timer or seeking a course PR, this episode gives you clear, coach-supported strategies to help you prepare to run your best.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

If winter miles feel disproportionately hard, you’re not imagining it. Extreme cold changes how your body works and it’s easy to lose confidence in your training.In this episode, we break down why running in cold temperatures feels harder, even when fitness hasn’t changed. We explore the physiological reasons and how to adjust training intelligently in extreme cold without derailing your plan or forcing paces that don’t make sense. We cover smart modifications for long runs, marathon pace work, and speed sessions, including when to shift to effort-based training, slow paces appropriately, or move workouts indoors for safety.If you’re training for a marathon in cold weather and wondering how to adapt without second-guessing yourself, this episode will help you stay smart, fueled, and on track.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

Winter weather has a way of blowing up even the most carefully built training plans—and testing our patience right along with it.In this episode, we talk about how to navigate training when snow and ice make it impossible (or unsafe) to stick to the plan as written. We break down how to adapt workouts without losing fitness, when to swap, shorten, or skip runs, and how to rethink consistency during unpredictable conditions. More importantly, we explore the mindset shift required to stay grounded, motivated, and confident when circumstances are out of your control.Whether you’re training for a race or simply trying to stay active through winter, this conversation is a reminder that flexibility and consistency are what keeps progress moving forward. Sometimes the best training move isn’t forcing it…it’s adapting with intention.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

We’re thrilled to welcome Brad Stulberg back to the podcast! Brad, who was featured in episode 183, is a bestselling author, coach, and one of today’s leading voices on sustainable performance and well-being. Frequently featured in the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, his newest book, The Way of Excellence—out January 27—explores what it really means to pursue excellence in a world that often feels chaotic and overwhelming.In this conversation, we dig into how Brad defines excellence (hint: it’s not just about winning or grinding harder), and how runners can apply his principles to training, racing, and long-term growth. We also zoom out beyond running to talk about how the disciplined, values-driven pursuit of excellence can be a stabilizing force in our careers, relationships, and…a Hoosier National Championship!If you’re feeling pulled in a hundred directions or struggling to stay grounded in your goals, this episode offers a thoughtful, practical framework for doing meaningful work, running with purpose, and showing up as your best self—on the road and off.You can preorder Brad’s book and all of his books on Amazon or wherever books are sold. Brad is also a great follow on Instagram @bradstulberg. We often share his wisdom on our socials. For Brad’s newsletter and podcast, check out his website: https://www.bradstulberg.com.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

In this episode, we sit down with Rena Elmer, mom of 11 , Olympic Trials qualifier, and 2:35 marathoner, to talk about her running journey and pursuing big athletic goals while growing her family.We discuss resilience, time management, Boston Marathon tips, faith in the process, and the power of showing up for yourself even when life is full. Whether you’re a runner, a parent, or someone chasing a goal that feels just out of reach, Rena’s story will leave you inspired to rethink your limits and keep going! We loved this conversation and appreciate Rena’s candor and perspective!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

Goodbye MyPlate and Hello Food Pyramid. The food pyramid is back —but what does it actually mean for runners? In this episode, we talk with our most frequent guest, registered dietitian, Amy Goldsmith, to break down the newly released food pyramid for runners.We talk through how the updated recommendations—the positive and negative—impact athletes and what runners should prioritize for training, racing, and recovery. Amy also clears up common misconceptions and explains how energy needs differ for runners versus the general population.Amy Goldsmith, RD, has worked with hundreds of athletes in her practice, Kindred Nutrition. Amy specializes in sports nutrition and eating disorders and hosts the podcast, Don't Be Foodish. Amy focuses on meeting all her clients where they currently are and focusing on education, re-framing the mind, and using food as fuel for your brain and body. She believes there is a strong connection between the gut and brain and focuses on both with all clients. Follow Amy on Instagram @amygoldsmithrd, check out her podcast, Don’t be Foodish, and head over to her website kindrednutrition.com for information on working with Amy and her team. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

Happy New Year! We are so glad to be back podcasting! In this episode, we break down impactful running trends of 2025 and what they taught us about training smarter, staying healthy, and keeping the sport joyful. From the rise of AI-driven training plans and Garmin obsession, to the continued shift toward fueling awareness, and longevity-focused running, we look at what actually helped runners improve and what quietly led to burnout or injury. We also talk about the cultural side of running in 2025 and why easier paces need to gain more respect on Strava. Whether you’re chasing PRs or just trying to stay consistent, these lessons will help shape how you run in 2026.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

We don’t have a car to give away, like Oprah, but we do have a list, like Oprah, of our Favorite Running-Related Things for 2025!We hope that you enjoy this list as much as we enjoyed creating it. For a full list with links and discount codes to the items we mentioned, head over to our Instagram and check out the Favorite Things link in our profile.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website.Please follow, share and review our show!

We are thrilled to welcome longtime Run Farther & Faster runner, Dr. Kimberly Baer, a talented runner, dentist, mom and awesome human.Some may remember Kim's story from last year. She ran the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, and ran her lifetime PR there in a time of 3:21. Unfortunately, during that race, she stepped in a pothole and broke her foot--she still has no idea how she finished! As a result, Kim spent several months after the Chicago Marathon NOT running to allow her broken foot to heal with an eye toward her next goal race, the 2025 NYC Marathon.Kim shares how she recovered and trained for the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon and how she mentally prepared for that race after Chicago 2024.We loved this conversation and have no doubt our listeners will learn so much from Kim!You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

Wow what a joyful morning at the Marine Corps Marathon! In this episode, we share a common theme among our most successful runners this season (and what defines success, as it’s not always about time).

After providing last minute Marine Corps Marathon race tips, we welcomed Alan Stroshine, who is the race director of the Clarence DeMar Marathon Weekend. Alan is a lifelong resident of Keene, New Hampshire, and member of the Keene Elm City Rotary Club, which organizes the race weekend events, including the marathon, half marathon, Kids DeMar, and Super Seniors. Alan shares his journey from runner to race organizer, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create meaningful and memorable race experiences for the marathoners who toe the line in Keene each year.We also talk about the evolution of the Clarence DeMar Marathon, the values that have guided Alan’s leadership, and how he’s helped shape events that go far beyond the finish line. Alan also opens up about the lessons he’s learned from decades in the sport—about resilience, connection, and the simple joy of watching others achieve their goals.Whether you’re a runner or a race director, you will learn something from this conversation. Thanks so much to Alan for joining us!

After Julie shares an exciting update, we take a deep dive into the common patterns we’ve noticed among runners who achieve their marathon goals. Whether you’re chasing a PR or aiming to finish strong, this conversation will help you recognize the building blocks of a successful marathon.You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

Lisa does it again! In this episode, Lisa shares how she navigated a hot summer of training to then run a hot fall marathon behind a…well…interesting runner. Lisa crossed the finish line of the Clarence DeMar Marathon in 3:13, winning fourth woman overall, and first in her age group. She shares all of the details of her training and racing, including fueling. Whether you are training for a marathon or avoiding one at all costs, you will learn from Lisa’s recap! You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

We are so thrilled to welcome American record-holder and now author Keira D’Amato to discuss her brand-new book, Don't Call It a Comeback: What Happened When I Stopped Chasing PRs, and Started Chasing Happiness. Keira shares candid insights into her unconventional journey in running—from stepping away from the sport to becoming one of the fastest marathoners in U.S. history—all while balancing motherhood, a career, and her signature sense of humor.In our conversation, Keira talks about what inspired her to write the book, the lessons she hopes readers (and runners of all levels) will take away, and how she continues to redefine what’s possible on and off the roads. We also dive into her mindset, training, and how failure propelled her to unimaginable success.Whether you’re chasing a PR, navigating a comeback of your own, or just need a reminder that the path to success is rarely linear, this episode is filled with inspiration, laughs, and practical wisdom from one of the most relatable athletes in our sport. Big thanks to Keira for joining us!You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, ,we unpack the official acceptance announcements for the 2026 Boston Marathon—and the surprising cutoff time that left thousands of qualified runners out of the race…again. Julie shares her own experience of being just nine seconds short of the cutoff, reflecting on the sting and plans moving forward.We’ll dive into the numbers behind this year’s acceptance statistics, explore why the cutoff landed where it did, and offer practical takeaways for those planning their next BQ attempt.You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Julie opens up about her race at the Grand Rapids Last Chance BQ.2, a marathon that didn’t go according to plan.She reflects on:​What it felt like in the moment to step off the course.​The physical and mental signals she listened to (and the ones she ignored).​Why stopping was both the hardest and the smartest decision.​How a DNF doesn’t mean failure.​What she learned about fueling, pacing, and resilience.This is an episode for runners who’s ever had to wrestle with disappointment, and for anyone who needs the reminder that every race—finished or not—teaches us something powerful.You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

How do GLP-1 medications affect training, performance, and recovery? In this episode, we talk with our most frequent guest, Amy Goldsmith, RD, who breaks down the science of GLP-1s, explores the unique challenges they pose for endurance athletes, and shares practical strategies for balancing medication benefits with running goals.Amy Goldsmith, RD, has worked with hundreds of athletes in her practice, Kindred Nutrition. Amy specializes in sports nutrition and eating disorders and hosts the podcast, Don't Be Foodish. Amy focuses on meeting all her clients where they currently are and focusing on education, re-framing the mind, and using food as fuel for your brain and body. She believes there is a strong connection between the gut and brain and focuses on both with all clients. Follow Amy on Instagram @amygoldsmithrd, check out her podcast, Don’t be Foodish, and head over to her website kindrednutrition.com for information on working with Amy and her team. You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at [email protected] to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!

We are back and excited to bring some life and running updates. We hope that this episode resonates with so many of you!Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Questions? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com).Please follow, share and review our show!

Lisa recaps her incredible and inspiring week at the National Senior Games and why aging is a privilege!Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Questions? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com).Please follow, share and review our show!

Author, Ultrarunner, Triathlete, Marathoner, and OG Run Farther & Faster Runner, Jeffrey Weiss joins us on the show this week to talk about his incredible running trajectory—from walk/run to the Comrades Marathon—and every event in between. Jeff started running in 2010 when he joined our very first running group at the JCC of Greater Washington. He quickly found his passion and progressed to triathlons, marathons, and ultramarathons. Now, fifteen years later after countless athletic endeavors, Jeff wrote a memoir about his fitness journey called Racing Against Time: On Ironman, Ultramarathons and the Quest for Transformation in Mid-life. Jeff’s book is available on Amazon for preorder and will be released by MSI Press on October 1. (https://a.co/d/9XoHEgG ). Part memoir and all inspiration, Racing Against Time has it all: family, life, midlife transformation, along with tragedy with triumph.Huge thanks to Jeff for joining us!Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Questions? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com).Please follow, share and review our show!

With so many running coaches out there, finding a coach can be overwhelming. In this episode, we discuss how to determine whether you even need a coach, and, if so, what factors to consider when selecting a coach. We also suggest what to ask a potential coach and some red flags to look for when interviewing a coach.Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Questions? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com).Please follow, share and review our show!

The BAA released some significant adjustments to its qualifying standards and we are back to discuss it all and break it down(hill). Thanks for listening. If you are inclined to leave a five star review, we would be so grateful!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

In this coaching episode, we share tips on how to train for an early fall race on fewer weeks of training. We know so many runners are gearing up for an early fall race, so we wanted to provide tips on how to recover from a spring marathon and successfully transition to training for an early fall marathon. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

We were so thrilled to welcome one of our amazing Boston Marathoners, Lauren Hitchens, to the podcast.Lauren is an experienced marathon runner, having completed ten marathons since 2016, including all six Marathon Majors. She set her PR of 3:38:35 at the 2023 Chicago Marathon, qualifying her for the 2025 Boston Marathon, her first. In spring 2024, after successfully running the Tokyo Marathon, Lauren experienced pain in her foot that has taken her on a journey of seeking a path to healing that has required multiple expert opinions, an unconventional approach to training for Boston (including the use of tools like Lever and Fluid Running), and a reimagining of her goals for her first Boston. Lauren balances her training with her responsibilities as a mother and business executive at Google. We are so grateful to Lauren for sharing her inspiring story! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show! Show Notes:Fluid Running- https://www.fluidrunning.com/Lever Movement- https://levermovement.com/Precision PT/Dr. Elizabeth Karr- https://www.precisionpt.org/dr-elizabeth-karr-pt-dpt

We are so thrilled to welcome Sari Winick, a seasoned masters marathoner and triathlete, to the podcast, who shares how she balanced a breast cancer diagnosis with training for the 2025 London Marathon. Sari, 53, has been working with us for several years. After achieving consecutive marathon PRs and slowly chipping away at her time to get closer and closer to a BQ with a PR exactly a year ago, we knew she would get there and looked forward to coaching her to prepare for the London Marathon In 2025.Then, just after completing her fall training cycle, Sari was diagnosed with breast cancer during a routine screening. Just two days after her double mastectomy, Sari, spoken like a true runner, reached out to us and said, “I’m still planning on running the TCS London Marathon. All of my doctors said it was possible. It won’t be a PR but hopefully a great goal at the end of this process.”In this episode, Sari shares how she navigated surgery, chemo, and marathon training to achieve her goal-spoiled alert-she crossed the London finish line in 4:59.We are so grateful to Sari for sharing her inspiring story! Follow Sari on Instagram @runswimmom!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

After some updates about the London Marathon and our post-Boston Marathon recovery, we share a live recording from Sunday, April 20 at the Boston Marathon Expo. Once again, we co-hosted this event with Cherie Louise Turner, host of the Women’s Running Stories Podcast.This year's panel was titled Mental Strategies for Mastering the Marathon, and it featured exceptional masters marathoners Stephanie Bruce, Erica Stanley-Dottin, and Dot McMahon.These exception runners shares wisdom and experience on strategies for developing mental strength and resilience, mental approaches to the marathon, how to build confidence when you have self-doubt, and so much more! This is an episode to listen to again and again; it's so backed with helpful advice and useful takeaways.We can’t thank these women enough for joining us. We also want to thank our terrific co-host and dear friend, Cherie, for collaborating with us for year four of hosting discussion panels at the Boston Marathon.The panelists:Stephanie Bruce, 41, has been racing professionally for over 15 years. Among her many racing accomplishments, she's placed 6th at the Chicago Marathon, and 10th at the London and NYC marathons. Bruce has also earned 3 national titles on the road, one in the half-marathon and twice in the 10k. Additionally, Bruce placed 6th at the Olympic Marathon Trials in 2020. Bruce started a new chapter in her running career this year, signing on with Tracksmith. She now runs for them professionally and will be helping to mentor younger runners going after big goals.Erica Stanley-Dottin, 51, came to marathoning later in life, at age 35. In her early 40s, she began to train seriously and joined the Black Roses racing team. She then learned about The List: an accounting of all the American-born Black women who have broken 3 hours in the marathon. As she continued to get faster at the marathon, this became her goal. Erica met that goal with room to spare at the 2022 Berlin Marathon where she ran 2:52, at 48 years old. That came just six months after running 3:01 at Boston. This year, Stanley-Dottin ran the Boston Marathon as a member of Team Bevans, in honor of marathon pioneer Marilyn Bevans.Dot McMahan, 48, has been running marathons for 19 years and she’s run for the Hanson Brooks Original Distance Project team for 20. Among Dot’s many accomplishments over her long running career, she’s qualified for and run 5 Olympic trials marathons, and she has placed in the top 10 at two of them. Last year, she was the oldest woman to compete in the marathon trials, and she qualified for last year's trials by running 2:35 at the 2023 Grandma’s Marathon. Dot is also a running coach. She works with private athletes and as an assistant track coach for Oakland University.How to Keep Up with Stephanie BruceInstagram: @stephrothsteinHow to Keep Up with Erica Stanley-DottinInstagram: @estanleydottHow to Keep Up with Dot McMahonInstagram: @dotmcmahonWays to Connect with Run Farther and FasterInstagram: @runfartherandfasterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFasterTwitter: @RunFartherfastWebsite: https://www.runfartherandfaster.com/Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running StoriesInstagram: @womensrunningstoriesWebsite: womensrunningstories.comWomen's Running Stories is a member of the Evergreen network: https://evergreenpodcasts.com/Thanks to all who joined us on Sunday!

Less than 24 hours after we raced, we recap! We ran, we conquered, and now…we sore! Highlights include—some interesting and new logistics, our fueling plans, and how we handled moments of self-doubt while racing this race for our collective 35th time. We know this course, yet each year, we learn something new about the race and ourselves. Congrats to all who ran this storied course on Patriots’ Day! You did that!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

While carb loading on candy and Gatorade, we wanted to share a recap of our Boston Marathon weekend so far. We discuss our Expo Panel, Shakeout Run, and meet-ups, all of which were full of surprises-some good and some not so good- and remind us to control the controllables.For those listening before the big dance, Go Crush Your Race! See you on the flip side!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

In our previous episode, Episode 243, we broke down the Boston Marathon course mile by mile. In this episode, we break down Boston Marathon weekend hour by hour so you know where to go, what to eat, when to leave for the buses, and how to maximize your time before the race to ensure that you have plenty of energy during the race. Even if you’ve run Boston before, we guarantee you’ll learn something new.Join us for our shakeout run on Sunday, 4/20, at 9 at Brewer Fountain, and later at 1 on the Expo Live Stage in Hynes Convention Center for our live show with Cherie Louise Turner of Women’s Running Stories. We will be featuring three masters women, Steph Bruce, Erica Stanley-Dottin, and Dot McMahon.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

After running from Hopkinton to Boylston 33 times collectively, we share our observations and tips for navigating the iconic Boston Marathon course. In this episode we break down the course mile by mile and share how to approach the race. Learn about each town, each mile, and, in the case of Newton, each hill, to ensure that you run your best race!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

Brendan Aylward has devoted his life to making fitness accessible to everyone, and this year, for the second year in a row, he will be racing with Jacob Wyman as a Team Hoyt Duo at the Boston Marathon. While Brendan’s race times are certainly impressive (he and Jacob have a marathon PR of 2:55), what’s even more impressive is Brendan’s commitment to inclusion in sport.In this episode, Brendan, the founder of Unified Health & Performance and AdaptX, shares how his involvement in the Best Buddies program in high school led to a career focused on ensuring that athletes of all abilities can pursue their goals.Speaking of which, Brendan takes great pride in racing for Team Hoyt New England with Jacob.. Rick and Dick Hoyt have been a major influence on Brendan’s career path and this year Brendan and Jacob are so excited to run Boston for the second consecutive year for Team Hoyt. In this episode, Brendan shares how he trains and races while pushing Jacob from Hopkinton to Boston and what the experience meant to both of them.We hope you are as inspired by Brendan and Jacob as we are. To learn more about Brendan and AdaptX, check out AdaptX.org. Brendan also hosts a weekly podcast, the AdaptX Podcast, in which he amplifies the voices and ideas of individuals who are building accessible businesses or products, advocating for inclusion, or excelling in adaptive sports.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

Eleven-time Boston Marathoner, Pat Okker, started running at age 51. After her first 5K, she learned to love a sport that she once hated with passion! Now, as Pat trains for her twelfth consecutive Boston Marathon, Pat shares her tips and the many lessons she learned along the way. We’ve been coaching Pat since 2019 and have been honored to be a part of her journey.

We hope you enjoy this episode! After sharing how a scammer hacked our Facebook page, we share tips for Boston Marathon runners with six weeks to go. We also announce some exciting dates. We will be at the Cherry Blossom Expo on 4/5 at 1 hosting a panel with Alisa Harvey, Perry Shoemaker, and Kerry Allen. Then, on Marathon SUNDAY, we will be hosting our annual shakeout run and a live podcast show with Cherie Louis Turner at the Boston Marathon Expo at 1. We hope to see many of you at one or all three of these events!

We are so excited to welcome masters runner and New York Times investigative reporter/Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Dave Fahrenthold! Before investigating nonprofits and DOGE for the New York Times, Dave covered President Trump during his first term for the Washington Post. Most importantly, Dave is an accomplished runner, who has achieved a PR in every distance over the last 18 months! Dave shares how he balances his exciting and stressful career with his training and provides tips on how we can consume the news without being consumed by the news.We so enjoy coaching Dave and very much enjoyed his insight during these stressful times. You can find Dave on Instagram . Huge thanks to Dave for joining us!Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

We loved our conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Karr, DPT and physical therapist for Precision PT and the Atlanta Track Club.She graduated from the University in Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, and then went on to complete her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Emory University. Elizabeth has experience treating neuromusculoskeletal conditions throughout the lifespan and has a passion for helping people with active lifestyles return to the activities they love. Elizabeth also has experience as a Well-Being coach, using motivational interviewing and goal-setting to help graduate students build healthy lifestyle habits. Her clinical interests include supporting adolescent and female athletes, mental health, and injury prevention. Elizabeth is also a contributor to the app, RunSource (https://www.fastbananas.com/), which is an interactive database for runner resources. We loved this conversation!Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

We so enjoyed our conversation with Claire Shorenstein (MS, RD, CSSD), a board-certified Sports Dietitian and distance runner. Claire is the owner of Eat for Endurance, a remote private practice through which she helps athletes fuelfor performance. Claire also hosts the Eat for Endurance Podcast.In this episode, Claire provides simple fueling tips for masters runners to optimize their fueling. She also shares common signs of underfueling and how we can ensure that we are eating enough before, during, and after our runs.Claire can be found on Instagramat www.Instagram .com/eatforenduranceClaire can also be found at her website www.Eatforendurance.comFollow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

Fifteen years ago this week, we started coaching a little run program at the JCC of Greater Washington.Now, after coaching over 1,000 runners, we’ve learned a thing or two that we want to share with all of you!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

Cristina Burbach, a top-ranked DC area runner and sub-3 marathoner, shares how she continues to set new goals for herself as a masters runner and para athlete. Cristina shared her running journey and how her diagnosis has helped her stay motivated and competing at a high level, including winning the para-athlete division at the 2024 Boston Marathon.Cristina’s unparalleled enthusiasm for running, coupled with her ability to set new goals in the face of a tough diagnosis, are inspiring! Cristina can be found on her blog, http://wellimtryingtorun.blogspot.com/Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

Kellie Redmond, cross country coach, owner of T.E.A.M. FIT, and the Run Farther & Faster strength training coach, shares how she overcame her own mind chatter to race competitively again after experiencing a cardiac event. Kellie generously shared her health odyssey with us, which will undoubtedly help others who may or have already experienced similar symptoms. and then shared how, at age 55, she’s running faster than she has in years! We are beyond grateful that Kellie is with us today to share her story, and we appreciate her willingness to share her wisdom with our listeners.We LOVED this conversation!Follow Kellie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/t.e.a.m_fit?igsh=MXQ5YWoxOGl0MTYwbQ== Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!

What a treat to speak with the legendary Gordon Bakoulis! Gordon qualified for the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials five consecutive times between 1988 and 2004. Gordon was also a finalist in the 1992 U.S. Olympic 10,000m Trials and achieved a 2:33 marathon PR.Gordon shares her running journey, including competing at the second ever Women’s Olympic Marathon Trials, and how she remains a competitive and injury-free runner after running at a high level for over four decades In addition to running, Gordon has been a coach for forty years and currently coaches for the New York Road Runners, where she also serves as the editorial director . Gordon can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/gordonbakoulisWe LOVED this conversation!Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @runfartherandfaster.Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at [email protected] or head over to our NEW website (www.runfartherandfaster.com)! Please follow, share and review our show!