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The Difference 4 Months Can Make

By on July 1, 2020 in Coaching, Success Story

Here’s a wonderful email we received from a coaching client named Margaret who worked with MTA Coach Dominique.

What follows is a quick note to Angie and I followed by Margaret’s last email to her coach sharing what she learned from her in just 4 months of personal coaching.

Dear Angie and Trevor,

I wanted to send you a note of thanks for your help over the last few years. I started running at age 48 (I’m 57 now). I really didn’t know what I was doing. One day my son-in-law told me about a postcast, MTA, and now I’ve listened to every episode.

Anyway, the reason I’m writing now is that I want to send to you my last check in letter to Coach Dom (I copied it below). I was scared to get a coach (I’m too old, too slow …), but I am so glad I did. She is so great and I want you to know how much her coaching has helped me.

Stay Well and Happy, Margaret Eggleston

Dear Coach Dom,

I want to thank you for your support these last four months. I ran more and pushed myself farther than I thought I could. I am disappointed that it didn’t end in the Big Sur race, but I know that I’ve learned and grown a lot. I wanted to list some of the positive growth, so that I can remember and plan new goals for myself.

I am running without muscle cramps (remember January and February, ugh!).
I ran 116.5 miles in February! I didn’t even realize it until way later.
I am able to run longer without walk breaks.
I can run faster.
I like interval training!
I ran a half marathon by myself and got a PR!
I acquired skills that I can use in the future (drills, exercises, stretches).

I’ve enjoyed hearing from you and learning about your running journey too. I hope that you will be able to run 2 Oceans next year. I will run Big Sur in November. I’ll let you know how it goes.

Thank you again. I will miss our weekly notes.
Sincerely,

Margaret Eggleston

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Weight Loss Story Update

By on June 4, 2020 in Nutrition, Weight Loss

Here I am at the Juneau Marathon in 2018 and the Revel Kulia Marathon in 2020

As many of you know I’ve been working with a nutrition coach through a company called MetPro.co for the past 18 months. They offer a concierge nutrition coaching program that helps you dial in your specific nutritional needs and reach your body composition goals.

During the first nine months of working with my Metpro coach I was able to lose 30 pounds of fat. Even better I noticed increased energy, better recovery, and an improvement in my running. I wrote about it here.

Now that I’ve been eating and “MetPro way” for 18 months I want to give you an update on my journey . . . Continue Reading →

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Tribute to Ultrarunner David Clark

By on June 1, 2020 in Interview, Podcasts, Ultramarathon

Trevor and ultra runner David Clark 2015

In this episode we remember David Clark, ultrarunner, dad, coach, and author of the book Out There -A Story of Ultra Recovery. David was an inspiration to thousands around the world and a former guest on the MTA Podcast back in 2015.

We recently heard the news that David unexpectedly died on May 21, 2020 from complications after having back surgery to correct a herniated disc. He was 49 years old. There is a Go Fund Me page set up to raise money for his medical and funeral expenses if you’d like to join us in donating. 
https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-david-clark Continue Reading →

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Outdoor Workouts for Any Weather

By on May 23, 2020 in Guest Perspective, Sponsored Post

Picture this: you’re hiking a trail in the late summer with the sunshine on your face. You’re listening to the sounds in the trees around you while getting your heart rate pumping and feeling the bend of the stony path under your feet. Exercising in the great, green outdoors is a fantastic way to improve your body’s health and feel connected to the world around you simultaneously.
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Dietary Hacks That Will Keep You Energized

By on May 22, 2020 in Sponsored Post

With the busy lifestyles that many of us lead, it should come as no surprise that many of us often feel tired and fatigued. Some people turn to caffeine to give them that boost of energy they so desperately need, whereas others will make changes to their lifestyle. The latter is obviously the better option. As well as improving the quantity and quality of sleep and trying to reduce or manage your daily responsibilities, you should also make changes to your diet. Getting the right amount of essential nutrients will keep your energy levels up and make you feel happier within yourself. Continue Reading →

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Healthy And Nutritious One-Pot Dishes Anyone Will Love

By on May 21, 2020 in Sponsored Post

Whether you are concerned with eating healthy or not, you’ve likely heard of the one-pot. Maybe the crockpot or slow cooker. Whatever you call the device, they are all virtually the same thing and becoming more and more popular, especially dieters and people trying to eat healthier. This is because these devices not only are family-friendly, make prep easy, and prepare delicious meals, but they are affordable with a versatility that is more than hard to match. They can create everything from healthy, decadent plates of pasta to stews and soups. Continue Reading →

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