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Becoming a Lifetime Runner -Interview with Jonathan Beverly

By Angie Spencer on January 10, 2018 in Books, Interview, Masters Runner, Podcasts

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Here at MTA we want to empower you to be a lifetime runner not just a “one and done” marathoner.

In this episode we speak with Jonathan Beverly author of the new book Run Strong Stay Hungry -9 Keys to Staying in the Race.

Why do some runners give up the sport when they get older when others continued for 40 years or more? Running journalist Jonathan Beverly interviewed 50 lifetime runners including champions Deena Kastor, Joan Benoit Samuelson, and Bill Rogers to discover the key ingredients that kept them going strong. Continue Reading →

Tips for Senior Marathon Runners

By Guest on April 17, 2017 in Guest Perspective, Masters Runner, Sponsored Post

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The number of senior citizens running marathons is growing. Some of these runners have been running all their lives and can’t fathom doing anything else. Others have taken up running later in life and have gotten attracted to the health benefits running provides. Either way, there’s no reason you can’t run a marathon in your 60s, 70s, or even older. Continue Reading →

Train Smart, Run Forever: Interview with Bill Pierce and Scott Murr

By Trevor Spencer on April 12, 2017 in Books, Interview, Masters Runner, Podcasts

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In this podcast episode we talk with Bill Pierce and Scott Murr from the Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training.

Their new book is called Train Smart, Run Forever: How to Become a Fit and Healthy Lifelong Runner by Following The Innovative 7-Hour Workout Week, published by Runner’s World. Continue Reading →

Ed Whitlock -Sub 4 Hour Marathon at Age 85!

By Trevor Spencer on November 1, 2016 in Interview, Masters Runner, Podcasts

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In this podcast episode you will hear from Ed Whitlock -the amazing master’s runner from Canada who just set a world record at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon.

At 85 years of age he ran a 3:56:32 -a masters level record for 85-90 division.

Ed has been smashing records and conventional wisdom for years. Hear all about how he got started (later in life) and some of the unusual ways he trains. Prepare to be inspired! Continue Reading →

Masters Runners: Body Changes and Injury Prevention Strategies

By Ben Shatto on April 18, 2016 in Guest Perspective, Injury, Masters Runner

SeniorRunner The question most often asked in regard to the older runner: Is it safe?

The answer is yes! Running can actually help to decrease some of the physiological declines that occur with age.

Who is considered to be an older or masters runner? Typically, masters runners are over the age of 40. Shocked? Me, too!

While it’s true that getting older is not for the faint of heart, it’s also true that if you do nothing, the following age related declines in physical functioning will occur regardless.

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The Aging Marathoner – How Getting Older Affects Your Running

By Angie Spencer on October 7, 2014 in Health and Wellness, Masters Runner, Podcasts

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I envision myself running my whole life but I’d never really thought about how the “mechanics” of aging would affect my running.

Hopefully by digging into this topic now those of us who are younger can be mentally prepared and able to gracefully adjust to the natural slow-down that comes with age.

This should also be a help and encouragement to those runners who are noticing an age related slow-down in their running.
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First half marathon done in 2.02.36! Thanks to Angie for her training plan and to everybody here in the MTA for being such a friendly and supportive community – it’s been great to check in with you all in the lead up to today! -KJ

My second Half Marathon today was definitely better than last time. Thanks to Angie and Trevor on the valuable advice and the plan. -Suresh K.

I ran my 5th half marathon today and PR’d by over 3 minutes!! I really think that the MTA training plan I’m following to train for my first marathon is really making a difference. I’m so glad I found this group!! -Nikki M.

I wanted to thank you both from the bottom of my heart for starting the Academy and online community. You guys helped a physically broken and down-and-out gal finished a marathon the way I always wanted to, healthy and happy. Thank you again! -Emily H.

Thanks to all of your materials and an MTA training plan, I finished my first the Tinker Bell Half Marathon strong and am enjoying a great weekend in the parks with my family! Thank you Angie and Trevor! –Amanda C.

Our first marathon! Whahoo! Thanks Angie and Trevor for great podcast and info on the website! We didn’t make any newbie mistakes! #firstofmany -Christina T.

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