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Author Archive | Angie Spencer
Marathon Success Story with Kofo Obasanjo-Blackshire
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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. Continue Reading →
The Six Laws of Running Form
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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’.
How to make your next marathon better than your last
Here’s a question we received from a listener to the podcast named Samantha.
Hi! I have been listening to you guys for a couple of years now and I completed my first marathon in Dec. 2023 listening to the podcast!! I heard about the Las Vegas Marathon through you guys and I am signed up and ready to go! I am quite a bit into my training and I’m wondering if the elevation change is significant enough that I need to tailor some of my training to it. If you have any quick tips to incorporate to help my second marathon go smoothly that would be very appreciated!
Thank you! -Samantha
Interview with Dr. Michael Greger
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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! Continue Reading →
Interview with Laura Green
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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. Continue Reading →
Interview with Olympic Broadcaster Carrie Tollefson
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In this episode we speak with Carrie Tollefson about what it was like to be a track & field commentator at the Olympic Games. Carrie will give you a behind-the-scenes look at the Paris Olympics. Plus we share five ways to “get after it” in your marathon training! Continue Reading →
A Look at the 2024 Olympic Marathon
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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. Continue Reading →
Remember, You Can Do Hard Things!
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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. Continue Reading →
Tips for Training and Racing in Hot Weather
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In this episode Coach Angie shares tips (and stories) to help you better deal with hot weather during training and on race day.
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Let’s Talk About Nutrition for Runners!
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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!
Interview with Jasmin Paris
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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). Continue Reading →
