Join some of the biggest names in running for a motivating discussion on how to reach your goals, presented by UCAN.
Get tips to run your best Boston Marathon from the top distance runners in the U.S. Register here: ucan.co/boston
When: Saturday, April 16 @12:30 PM EST
Where: Sheraton Boston, Republic Room (2nd Floor). 39 Dalton St, Boston, MA
Featured Guests:
Meb Keflezighi, Emily Sisson, Emma Bates,Tommie Runz, Carrie Tollefson, and Angie Spencer
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Thank you Jamie for sharing your transformation with us! She posted in the SDR Facebook group,
“My weight loss journey started with seeing a post for the 100 mile challenge. I started at 230 a year and a half ago today I’m at 155 . Thank you for all the running motivation!” -Jamie T.
Gretchen (left) with running friend Laura
Congrats to our coaching client Gretchen Smeltzer on finishing a trail 50 mile ultra!!
Gretchen ran the Syllamo 50 Miler in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. Here is a recap she sent MTA Coach Henry. Reposted with permission.
Hey Coach Henry! Yesterday was incredible!! . . The weather was perfect. Started in the high 30’s and ended in mid 60’s.
Beautiful sunny skies. Lots of elevation and beautiful views of river valleys, Ozark Mountain vistas, Creeks and rocky craigs. Such a beautiful place!! Continue Reading →
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In this podcast episode we bring you a marathon success story with MTA coaching client Delorean Ostrom who is running a marathon every month in 2022 to raise money for the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation.
We spoke with Delorean just a few days after he finished the Snickers Marathon in Athens, Georgia. This was his 2nd marathon in six days and he ran a PR of 4:28:53.49!
Imagine this: the sun rising on a crisp morning and the excitement of conquering a marathon lingering in the air. As exhilarating as the prospect of a marathon may be, the journey demands more than just physical prowess. Enter the hero of your running escapade—nutrition. In this blog, we’re delving into the intricate relationship between fueling your body and maintaining vein health during the long haul. So, lace up because we’re about to explore the delicious intersection of nutrition and marathon goals. Continue Reading →
For those daring souls the 2,000 Mile Challenge is live!
The medal is inspired by the Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai.
The text says, “Relentless Progress”.
The Japanese characters say, 走り続\けよう “Let’s keep running!” 🌊
There are 500 more miles (50 badges) added to the run tracker as well. Cheers!
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In this podcast episode we speak with Dr. Stacy Sims a physiologist, nutrition scientist, and expert on sports performance for female athletes who are in perimenopause and postmenopause.
Stacy explains the challenges that women runners face in the perimenopause period and beyond; and what measures they can take to offset the downsides that come with aging (like loss in muscle mass, reduced bone density, and weight gain).
Enjoy!
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Don’t miss our podcast episode with Dr. Stacy Sims -a physiologist, nutrition scientist, and expert on sports performance for female athletes who are in perimenopause and postmenopause.
Stacy explains the challenges that women runners face in the perimenopause period and beyond; and what measures they can take to offset the downsides that come with aging (like loss in muscle mass, reduced bone density, and weight gain).
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In Part 1 of our injury episode we talked about how I’ve been dealing with my hamstring injury, what injury is, and how to get past denial to find a solution.
If you haven’t checked that episode out it may be helpful to go back and listen.
In this episode we want to go deeper into coping with injury, especially mentally and emotionally, and how to set yourself up for success in the recovery process.
Lauren (left) with Coach Athena (right)
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Coach Athena,
I just wanted to take a moment to tell you how grateful I am to have gotten to work with and learn from you.
So much of what I’ve gained from our time together goes beyond running, and it’s hard to put into words just how impactful you’ve been on my life since we connected last year.
When I reached out to MTA for coaching I never imagined I’d end up getting connected with someone who not only provided excellent training and guidance but also served as a key role model I so desperately needed.
You filled a gap I hadn’t realized existed (or perhaps just hadn’t acknowledged) – that of a mentor. And not just any mentor – a strong, powerful, female athlete. Continue Reading →
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In this podcast episode I answer a question from a discouraged runner and share statistics, tips, and hope on dealing with an injury so you can keep doing what you love.
Many of the episodes that we do are inspired by emails and feedback that we get from listeners.
The question that prompted the topic of dealing with injury came in from Megan who asks,
“Question for Angie. She’s been dealing with a hamstring injury. I’m curious if she in hindsight feels like she did something wrong that could have prevented this injury.. . For someone who has all the tools and knowledge to prevent injury like you guys, to still get injured is disheartening to me. I like to think if you’re smart, you can be an injury free runner, but I guess that’s not the case. I’m dealing with a debilitating posterior tibial tendon disfunction that will likely never go away.” -Megan. Continue Reading →
Published on February 13th 2024
As an avid runner, you know the pain of a missed stride or a twisted ankle. But when you begin to suffer from acute pain, recurring discomfort, inflammation, and a feeling that your leg will “give up” when running, you need to strengthen your support team – starting with seeking the help of a physician. Continue Reading →
