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Author Archive | Angie Spencer
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 →
Interview with Dr. Bradley Schaeffer, Podiatrist and Foot Surgeon
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In this episode we speak with Dr. Bradley Schaeffer -a podiatrist, foot surgeon, runner, and star on TLC’s ‘My Feet Are Killing Me’.
Dr. Brad shares tips on dealing with heel pain, Morton’s neuroma, achilles tendinitis, arch pain, corns, blisters, and bunions.
It’s All Downhill From Here!
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In this episode we share training tips for running a down hill race and recap our trip to the Revel White Mountains Marathon in New Hampshire.
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The Boston Marathon Handbook with Marc Pollina
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In this episode with speak with Marc Pollina author of the ‘The Boston Marathon Handbook -an ‘Insider’s Guide to Training for and Succeeding in the Ultimate Road Race‘. Plus, we give you a quick run down of what happened at this year’s Boson Marathon. Continue Reading →
A Conversation with Emily Sisson
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In this episode we speak with Emily Sisson who will be competing for the USA at the 2024 Olympics. She previously held the American half marathon record and currently holds the American marathon record.
She ran 2:22:42 to place 2nd at the US Olympic Marathon Trials and earned a spot at the Paris Games (with Fiona O’Keeffe and Dakotah Lindwurm). Continue Reading →
How Many Carbs Per Hour Should I Consume?
Coach Athena answers a question about optimal carbohydrate intake per hour. Speak with an expert running coach about your goals! Continue Reading →
How to Incorporate Walking into Your Marathon Training
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In this episode coach Angie explains how to effectively use walking during marathon training and on race day. Learn when walking is advantageous and how to do run/walk intervals (Galloway Method).
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Mission Accomplished! First Marathon
Congrats to our client Meg who ran her first marathon in 4:10:21!! She writes,
“I’m excited to say that I complete my first marathon!
After 18 weeks of training and with the help of Coach Kris i went into the LA marathon weekend feeling confident and excited to see what i was capable of. I know people say marathons are hard. But y’all…. This was hard! Continue Reading →
