Here’s a map of where runners are from who are signed up for the MTA Virtual Half Marathon this November. As you can see we have a few states not represented yet but there is still time!
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Author Archive | Trevor Spencer
How Running Makes Us Human
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In this episode we interview Vybarr Cregan-Reid, author of the fascinating new book ‘Footnotes: How Running Makes Us Human’.
In this conversation you will learn how humans are uniquely built for running, the wonders of the foot, how exercise makes us smarter, where running and English Literature intersect, the concept of green exercise, and the notorious history of the treadmill!
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“How to Lose a Marathon” -Interview with Joel Cohen, Writer for The Simpsons
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In this episode we speak with Joel Cohen, author of the book ‘How to Lose a Marathon -a Starter’s Guide to Finishing in 26.2 Chapters’.
Not too long ago Joel went from an out-of-shape couch potato and writer/producer for The Simpsons T.V. series, to a slightly out-of-shape finisher of the New York City Marathon.
His book describes the odd and painful things you discover when you become a long distance runner.
You Spin Me! MTA Half Marathon Medal
Perhaps you watched my “medal reveal” video for the MTA Virtual Half Marathon. Well, here is a new version with some help from the 1980s.
Running Adventures: See the World, Meet Cool People, and Challenge Yourself!
Lions chewing on the course markers at the Big Five Marathon. photo credit: Big Five Marathon
In this episode we talk about running adventures with our special guests, some well-traveled runners, who use running to see the world, meet cool people, challenge themselves and stay healthy. Continue Reading →
Hear us on the ‘So, This Is Fitness’ Podcast
We were interviewed by Darrell McTague on the So, This Is Fitness Podcast.
Take a listen! We appear around the 22 minute mark and talk about mindset and getting the most out of your marathon training.
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Shout Out to Gwen Lingenfelter!
Big shoutout to former Academy member Gwen Lingenfelter who is sharing her passion for running today at her company’s wellness fair.
From Gwen . . .
“I only started running in 2011. The MTA podcasts & lessons are the one thing that helped me to learn to run, to quit smoking, and to understand that running is my fountain of youth!
Because of that, in 2013, I did 12 half marathons (one a month). Ten of those were Rock ‘n’ Roll Series races so I achieved all the Heavy Medals that year.
The above picture is my RnR Nashville Finisher Medal. I also did New Orleans, Dallas, Portland, Seattle, San Diego, San Jose, Chicago, Philadelphia, and San Antonio, plus two local halves that same year. -Gwen
Interview with Running Doctors Mark Cucuzzella & Josh Emdur
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In this episode we talk with Doctors Mark Cucuzella and Josh Emdur about the health benefits and risks of running marathons, disease based versus prevention based models of health care, and what to do if a doctor tells you that you should give up running. Continue Reading →
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A big word of thanks to all our amazing listeners! We are here to empower you to run a marathon and change your life!
Race Recap: Pennsylvania Spartan Super + Interview with Joe De Sena
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As you will hear in this episode I had no plans to run a Spartan Race. I figured I would just stick to marathons and half marathons. But when Joe De Sena says “You’re going to Palmerton”, who am I to argue? Joe is, after all, the most punishing man in fitness according to Outside Magazine. Continue Reading →
Eight More Coaching Spots Open
We are seeing great success with our coaching clients and as a result our coaches are fired up about helping more runners.
As a result we have just made eight more coaching spots available for runners wanting to take their training to the next level. Learn more here.
Spots usually fill up quickly so now’s a great time to take action if you’re interested in seeing what a running coach can do for you. They will train you for whatever epic goal you want to achieve!
If you have any questions feel free to email us through our contact page and Angie or I will do our best to reply quickly. Thanks and Happy Running!
Interview with Dave Asprey, Changing Your Environment to Upgrade Your Health
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In this episode we speak with Dave Asprey, author of the book Headstrong -The Bulletproof Plan to Activate Untapped Brain Energy to Work Smarter and Think Faster
Dave is a Silicon Valley investor and technology entrepreneur who spent two decades and over $1 million to hack his own biology. He went from 300 pounds to fit and able to perform at a high level. Continue Reading →
