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My Trail Run in Big Bend National Park

By on February 22, 2024 in Trail Running, Travel

I’ve always wanted to visit Big Bend National Park in Texas but it’s so dang far from anything!

I flew into the Midland/Odessa airport, rented a car, and drove 4 hours south on empty highways to Lajitas, Texas.

This part of Texas is like a moonscape if the moon had cacti. Only ten inches of rain falls per year on this harsh land, and when it does it arrives in flash-floods.

I’m glad to have come here in February when the weather is reasonable. I brought my trail shoes, UCAN bars, and handheld hydration bottle.

Now to find a nice trail and crank out a long run!

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Ask the Coach Q&A (part 1)

By on February 20, 2024 in Interview, Listener Question, Podcasts

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In this episode we are joined by two coaches on our team and answer questions sent in from Academy members and listeners about running injuries, ultra training, shakeout runs, super shoes, mileage per week, and more! Continue Reading →

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29 Minute PR in the Marathon

By on February 15, 2024 in Coaching, Success Story

Congrats to our coaching client Gareth on running a 29 minute PR, he writes,

“Mesa Marathon in the books. My #3 Marathon and a PR by 29mins!! I couldn’t have nailed this one without an awesome training block under the guidance of Coach Antonio. I really enjoyed the process and mixture of sessions throughout the build up – I leant on the feeling of those tough ones when the race got heavy at Mile 21 yesterday.

Weather wasn’t superb – however the atmosphere and location were spot on! Through the rain and puddles – I kept to the plan we’d discussed and I knew at halfway I was rolling ok. Squally showers kept the temperature low and the feet drenched.

The quads were banged up from the early fast downhill sections, and at Mile 23 needed to dig real deep . . . found something in the tank and kicked it home with a strong last 3 miles to run 3.30.34.

This is my first race with a coach formulating a specific and guided plan and can absolutely testify to its value! Much thanks Coach Antonio and bring on the next PR chase!”

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Tips on Running a Big City Marathon

By on February 10, 2024 in Beginner, Podcasts, Travel

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In this episode we share tips on running a big city marathon, like one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Plus, we speak with an official charity partner of the Tokyo Marathon about literacy rates for children, especially girls, around the world.

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The Untethered Runner -Interview with Dave Proctor

By on January 30, 2024 in Books, Interview, Mindset, Podcasts, Ultramarathon

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In this episode we speak with Canadian ultra-runner Dave Proctor author of the book Untethered: The Comeback Story of one of the Longest Fastest Runs in History. In 2022 Dave ran across the entire length of Canada in 67 days, averaging 105.3 kilometers (65.4 miles) per day!
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Life is Fun, That’s My Motto

By on January 26, 2024 in Success Story

Congrats to Anna from Finland on finishing the 2500 Mile Challenge! She finished this distance challenge around the same time as her retirement party. She writes,

“Day before yesterday was my retirement party, 67 years on the earth 🙈😎💕💕🎂🎂🎼🥳🥳 And what a party that was! Today I reached my 2500 miles medal 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️👏🏻👏🏻👍🤗☀️Thanks Angie and Trevor Spencer for all fantastic medals!❤️ Life is Fun! That’s my motto since many years!”

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Finding a Logos (Meaning) in Your Running

By on January 24, 2024 in Books, Mindset

What makes life worth living and how can we relate this discovery to long distance running?

I recently finished the book Man’s Search for Meaning by Holocaust survivor and psychiatrist Viktor Frankl. It’s a powerful personal narrative and keen first-hand observation into what makes life bearable in the worst of circumstances. I recommend everyone read it.

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Seven Disruptive Behaviors for Improving Your Nutrition

By on January 17, 2024 in Interview, Nutrition, Podcasts

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In this podcast episode we speak with metabolism expert Angelo Poli about how to stick to your New Year’s goals and the ‘Seven Disruptive Behaviors for Improving Your Nutrition’!

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Running Retreat in the Alps with Trevor and Angie

By on January 8, 2024 in Travel, Update

photo credit: @runthealps, @kimberly.strom

Trevor and Angie will be hosting a nine day run/hike on the famous Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB).

The Tour du Mont-Blanc is the most famous trail running route in the world, and for good reason. Wandering over mountain trails from France, to Italy, to Switzerland and back into France, the “TMB” footpath includes some of the most iconic mountain terrain anywhere.

We believe this trip will be a transformational experience on many levels. You will be inspired by the natural beauty of the Alps, challenged by the distance around Mont Blanc (roughly 165k), and get to hang out with Trevor, Angie, and fellow MTA podcast fans!

The tour starts on July 11th 2024. Please email us if you want to be added to the waiting list! There is currently 0 spots available. Continue Reading →

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Motivation for Your 2024 Running Goals

By on January 7, 2024 in Mindset, Motivation, Podcasts

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In this podcast episode we give you a healthy dose of motivation as you think about your marathon training in the new year! Hear how fellow runners are dealing with setbacks, setting goals, and taking on new challenges. 💪

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MTA Podcast Featured by The Telegraph

By on January 3, 2024 in Update

Somehow I just found out that the The Telegraph listed our podcast among the “top 40 uplifting podcasts for mood, mind and body.”

The article is from 2019 and behind a paywall but here’s the blurb about us,

At first glance, the world of fitness podcasts is dominated by Wolf of Wall Street-esque motivational speakers, bodybuilders and bikini models promoting their “brands” while gnawing your ear off. But there are gems: the Marathon Training Academy offers tips to ultra-runners. An episode recapping the scenic Loch Ness Marathon in Scotland transported me to the Highlands, convincing me that a marathon might be a goal worth setting, if only to visit the Fairy Pools on the Isle of Skye.

The writer, Madeleine Howell, is referring to Angie’s recap of the Loch Ness Marathon.

Also, she probably uses “ultra-runners” to mean those who run a long ways, not ultramarathoners. Thanks Telegraph for the kind mention!

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12 Marathons in 12 Months with MTA Coaching

By on January 1, 2024 in Back-to-Back Races, Coaching, Success Story

Here’s a post from our client Heather Grazzini-Sims who had an awesome year. Enjoy!

“MTA Coach Abby was a huge asset to my success of completing 12 marathons in 12 months!

I started working with Coach Abby of MTA in the fall of 2021. I had several marathons under my belt at this time and had worked on and off with other coaches but I needed a change.

I like the process that MTA has for selecting coaches based on the runner’s profile. I also like that Coach Abby lives in a similar region, so our running conditions are often the same. After working together for about a year, I knew she could help me with my next crazy idea. Continue Reading →

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