Run Farther & Faster — The Podcast with Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper

Run Farther & Faster

Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper provide tips and tricks for running farther, faster, and stronger. After running the Boston Marathon 32 times collectively, Julie and Lisa, along with weekly guests, provide advice for training and racing. While specific to Boston, this podcast is appropriate for runners of all levels and ages.

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Jan 23, 2020 · 55 min
Episode 29: At 71, Jeannie Rice Continues to Break World Records in Every Distance without Injury
Jeannie Rice a 71 year-old grandmother marathoner, recently broke the marathon world record for her age group by running the 2019 Berlin Marathon in 3:24 (that’s an age graded time of 2:12). Jeannie, who started running at 35 to lose weight, qualified for Boston at her first marathon and then again 35 more times. She provides her tips for running and enjoying the Boston Marathon and beyond. Jeannie shares her secrets for remaining injury free throughout her entire 35-year running career and what motivates her to keep running competitively and breaking her own records.
Jan 17, 2020 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 28: Boston Marathon Training and Scoop with Runner’s World Contributor and Co-Author of Rebound, Cindy Kuzma
Following a recap of Julie and Lisa’s Boston training week, they welcomed Chicago- based journalist, Cindy Kuzma, who shares her perspective on the running world, injury, the impact of social media on running and of course, the Boston Marathon. Cindy is a prolific health and fitness writer with articles in Runner’s World, Outside Magazine, and so many more. She recently wrote Rebound: Train your mind to bounce back stronger from sports injuries with co-author, Carrie Jackson Cheadle. She is also the co-host with Carrie of the Injured Athletes Club podcast. Cindy is a seven-time Boston Marathon finisher and just an awesome person. Rebound by Carrie Jackson Cheadle and Cindy Kuzma The Extreme Boston Marathon Ritual That Shows I've Completely Lost It! by Cindy Kuzma Run Farther & Faster Virtual Coaching Injured Athletes Podcast Injured Athletes Facebook Group
Jan 9, 2020 · 56 min
Episode 27: Boston Marathon and Spring Marathon Training Tips for the Base Building Phase
After Lisa and Julie recap their winter break races, including the Tiberias Marathon(!), and discuss their ten year anniversary, they provide ten key tips for training for Boston during the base building phase of marathon training. Notes: Headlightz hats, Kindred Nutrition (Amy Goldsmith), Runiversary, lululemon, MCRRC, Beatie Deutsch, Headlightz, ProAction PT.
Nov 29, 2019 · 54 min
Episode 26: We Are Back! Welcome to the 2020 Run Farther & Faster Boston Marathon Podcast
Lisa and Julie recap their races—the Marine Corps 50K and the Last Chance to BQ.2 Marathon, and discuss how to prepare for spring marathon training.
Jul 4, 2019 · 35 min
Episode 25: Overcoming Obstacles and Setting Goals
Lisa and Julie recap the four-part series with a discussion on overcoming obstacles, setting goals, and managing the seasons of life and running. They discuss their own running goals along with the runners they coach and how to find joy in running, regardless of the goal. Thank you to our listeners! Please leave a review and subscribe! We will be back in the fall for our next series, so subscribe so you’ll be the first to know.
Jun 28, 2019 · 1 hr 30 min
Episode 24: Rod Vieira Runs with Heart
After suffering a heart attack at age 41, Boston Marathoner, Rod Vieria, made himself a big promise. In this episode, Rod shares his remarkable journey from hospital to Hopkinton.
Jun 21, 2019 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 23: Marathoner Erin Linton Shares Her Story of Strength and Courage
Marathoner and mom of two, Erin Linton, shares how she overcame the unimaginable —an aneurysm—and returned to running. Erin shares her unbelievable journey over the last six months, and we have no doubt that any listener will be inspired by her courage and tenacity. Erin can be found on Instagram at @ehlinton.
Jun 13, 2019 · 1 hr 13 min
Episode 22: Professional Runner and Registered Dietitian, Rachel Hannah
Elite Canadian runner, Rachel Hannah, R.D. has an impressive running career as the Canadian champion in the 10K, half marathon and cross country events, along with earning the bronze medal at the 2015 Pan Am games. In the middle of her success, Rachel encountered a number of obstacles. Rachel talks about her struggle with amenorrhea and low bone density, which resulted in multiple potentially career ending injuries. She discusses how she approached injury and recovery and how she overcame the weight pressures that are so prevalent in distance running to recover and continue running professionally. Rachel provides lots of sound advice for anyone who struggles with proper fueling an/or injury. Rachel can be found on Instagram at @rachelhannahrd.
Jun 6, 2019 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 21: Shawn Livingston Overcame Addiction and Ran from Tragedy to Triumph
We are back in action and kicking off our next podcast series with an incredible guest, Shawn Livingston, who, through running, overcame a heroin addiction and will share how he conquered seemingly insurmountable obstacles to become an accomplished ultra runner and so much more. Shawn’s life story is the subject of a soon-to-be-released documentary, Woke the Monster. We hope that you will find Shawn as inspirational as we do. Shawn can be found on Instagram and through his website wokethemonster.com.
Apr 16, 2019 · 1 hr 5 min
Episode 20: Boston Marathon 2019 Recap
Just hours after arriving home from Boston, Julie and Lisa recap in detail the 2019 Boston Marathon!
Apr 14, 2019 · 21 min
Episode 19: We are in Boston! News, Tips, and Latest Weather Report!
Lisa and Julie, along with special guest Lindsay Thomas, discuss all of the pre-race happenings in Boston, including a detailed weather forecast, courtesy of Zach Hawkins.
Apr 11, 2019 · 48 min
Episode 18: Final Tips for Running and Spectating the Boston Marathon with Guest Boston Guru, Rachel Glazer
Lisa and Julie provide all of the planning, packing and racing tips you need to run your best Boston Marathon. After the coaches provide their own last-minute tips and tricks, they welcome native Bostonian, Boston Marathoner, and Boston Marathon announcer, Rachel Glazer, who provides essential Boston Marathon spectating tips.
Apr 6, 2019 · 1 hr 3 min
Episode 17 — Bonus Episode! Women to Watch — Karen Howe and Teal Burrell
As Boston 2019 approaches, we wanted to bring to our listeners two Boston Marathoners to watch, Karen Howe and Teal Burrell. Karen Howe Karen is an eight-time Boston Marathoner who recently achieved a PR at age 42 at the NYC Marathon in a time of 3:10. Karen talks about her running journey, including how she has become faster as a master. Karen has two children and resides in Rochester, New York. Teal Burrell Teal, a member of the elite Oiselle Haute Voilee Team, progressed from a four hour marathoner to a two-time Olympic Trials Qualifier. Teal discusses how she whittled down her marathon time to achieve a new PR of 2:39 at the California International Marathon. Teal has one child and resides in Richmond, VIrginia. Both of these ladies are women to watch, and we hope you enjoy hearing their motivating journeys as much as we did.
Apr 4, 2019 · 49 min
Episode 16: Boston Marathon SHE-RO, Kathrine “KV” Switzer
After Lisa and Julie discuss their training, Kathrine Switzer, the first official female entrant to finish Boston, joins the podcast. Kathrine shares how running has impacted her life and how she continues to use running as a vehicle for social change through her empowering organization, 261 Fearless. Kathrine details her 1967 Boston Marathon experience and so much more! To find out more about Kathrine, including her speaking schedule in Boston, check out Kathrine's website.
Mar 28, 2019 · 1 hr 6 min
Episode 15: Big News Update & Author Matt Fitzgerald Provides Loads of Tips for Training and Boston
After Lisa and Julie discuss the highs and lows of the week, including some tough news, they welcome Matt Fitzgerald to the podcast who discusses his new book, Life Is a Marathon, among with his philosophies on training, racing, mental fitness, nutrition, and Boston strategy. Matt, as the author of over 20 running books, including 80/20, How Bad Do You Want It, and Diet Cults, provided a ton of great information in this packed episode.
Mar 20, 2019 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 13: Part 2: Tips for Racing the Boston Marathon
Following a brief recap of training and life, Lisa and Julie welcome back coaches and seasoned Boston Marathoners, Ken Trombatore and Dan DiFonzo, who provide loads of crucial tips on how to properly race the Boston course.
Mar 14, 2019 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 12: Part 1: Tips for Preparing and Racing the Boston Marathon
After Lisa and Julie discuss their training for the week, they welcome two coaches, Ken Trombatore and Dan DiFonzo. Ken, Dan, Lisa and Julie, who have collectively run over 50 Boston Marathons, discuss all aspects of the Boston Marathon from training and preparing (Part I) to race execution (Part II). In between they share funny stories, insider tips, and why this race is unique. This is a must-listen for all who are headed to Beantown to race this historic course.
Mar 7, 2019 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 11: Lessons and Wisdom from Dave McGillivray, Boston Marathon Race Director
After Lisa and Julie review their Boston training and racing for the week, Boston Race Director, Dave McGillivray, joined the podcast to discuss all aspects of the Boston Marathon and beyond. Every listener will benefit from Dave’s insight and experience! Dave is an accomplished athlete, philanthropist, author, motivational speaker, and the founder of DMSE Sports.
Feb 26, 2019 · 1 hr 4 min
Episode 10: Israeli Olympic Contender and 2:42 Marathoner, Beatie Deutsch, AKA, “Speedy Beatie”
After Lisa recaps the wet and wild RRCA 10 Miler, Julie and Lisa welcome Beatie Deutsch, AKA, “Speedy Beatie,” Israel’s fastest female runner, mother of five, and an Olympic contender. Beatie talks about her training, how she conquers obstacles, and why running with an attitude of gratitude has helped her become the fastest female in Israel. Beatie can be found on Instagram @marathonmother and Facebook @BeatieDeutsch Beatie dedicates all of her miles to the charity, Beit Daniella, a residence for teens recovering from mental health challenges. To donate, check out the link in her instagram profile.
Feb 21, 2019 · 53 min
Episode 9: Recover to Run Your Best Boston: Christie Aschwanden, Author of Good to Go
Following a discussion about their Boston Marathon training, Lisa and Julie welcome Christie Aschwanden, the lead science writer for FiveThirtyEight and the author of GOOD TO GO: What the Athlete in All of Us Can Learn From the Strange Science of Recovery. She’s the co-host of EMERGING FORM, a podcast about the creative process. Christie talks about the importance of recovery in training and dispels some of the myths behind recovery and discusses multiple types of recovery, including hydration, sleep, massage, ice, and heat.

Run Farther &amp; Faster — The Podcast with Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper

Episode 29: At 71, Jeannie Rice Continues to Break World Records in Every Distance without Injury

Episode 28: Boston Marathon Training and Scoop with Runner’s World Contributor and Co-Author of Rebound, Cindy Kuzma

Episode 27: Boston Marathon and Spring Marathon Training Tips for the Base Building Phase

Episode 26: We Are Back! Welcome to the 2020 Run Farther & Faster Boston Marathon Podcast

Episode 25: Overcoming Obstacles and Setting Goals

Episode 24: Rod Vieira Runs with Heart

Episode 23: Marathoner Erin Linton Shares Her Story of Strength and Courage

Episode 22: Professional Runner and Registered Dietitian, Rachel Hannah

Episode 21: Shawn Livingston Overcame Addiction and Ran from Tragedy to Triumph

Episode 20: Boston Marathon 2019 Recap

Episode 19: We are in Boston! News, Tips, and Latest Weather Report!

Episode 18: Final Tips for Running and Spectating the Boston Marathon with Guest Boston Guru, Rachel Glazer

Episode 17 — Bonus Episode! Women to Watch — Karen Howe and Teal Burrell

Episode 16: Boston Marathon SHE-RO, Kathrine “KV” Switzer

Episode 15: Big News Update & Author Matt Fitzgerald Provides Loads of Tips for Training and Boston

Episode 13: Part 2: Tips for Racing the Boston Marathon

Episode 12: Part 1: Tips for Preparing and Racing the Boston Marathon

Episode 11: Lessons and Wisdom from Dave McGillivray, Boston Marathon Race Director

Episode 10: Israeli Olympic Contender and 2:42 Marathoner, Beatie Deutsch, AKA, “Speedy Beatie”

Episode 9: Recover to Run Your Best Boston: Christie Aschwanden, Author of Good to Go

Run Farther & Faster — The Podcast with Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper