Nov 28, 2024 · 52 min
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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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- RFNov 21, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
Episode 226: Trips Happen! Navigating Training Mishaps with Physical Therapist, Rachel Miller
Our favorite physical therapist, Rachel Miller, is back! In this episode, we welcomed for the fourth time our dear friend and top physical therapist and running coach, Rachel Miller, owner of ProAction Physical Therapy, who gives a ton of solid advice on preventing falls during runs, running in between training cycles, and avoiding common mistakes after a goal race. If you are in the DC area, definitely check out Rachel’s practice at www.proactionpt.com. She truly is the PT whisperer! Also, join Rachel at the Jingle Bell Run on 12/7 to benefit the Arthritis Foundation. Interested in hiring a coach? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com or head over to our website. Please follow, share and review our show! Thank you!
- RFNov 15, 2024 · 47 min
Episode 225: How She Did It-Suzanne Mishkin’s BQ Journey
After Julie and a special guest discuss life outside of running, we welcomed longtime Run Farther & Faster runner, Suzanne Mishkin, who shares her decade-long journey from newly minted marathoner to Boston qualifier. Suzanne shares how she managed her disappointment after learning that she was not accepted into the 2025 race, how she stays motivated to train during cold Chicago winters, and how she approaches injury and setbacks. This is Part 1 of a three-part series featuring runners who, like Suzanne, achieved a BQ without a Boston 2025 acceptance. In addition to being a runner. Suzanne is a mom of three active boys and a principal. We loved this conversation! You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFOct 29, 2024 · 22 min
Episode 224: How to Fill the Spaces Between Your Races
Did you know that the most opportune time for injury is during the weeks after finishing a goal race? Join us for our drive home from the Marine Corps Marathon during which we discuss how to approach your running in between training cycles. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFOct 18, 2024 · 41 min
Episode 223: Lessons from Berlin and Chicago 2024 and What to Know for Future Crowded Races
Races are more crowded than ever! After watching our runners race Chicago and Berlin this year, we saw some patterns that we want to pass along to those who have upcoming races this fall. We also discuss tips for successfully running a WMM or similarly crowded race. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFOct 10, 2024 · 44 min
Episode 222: Miss USA 2024, Alma Cooper, Takes on the Chicago Marathon
After providing some last-minute Chicago Marathon tips, we welcomed Miss USA 2024, Alma Cooper, who is running Chicago 2024, her first marathon! Alma shares how she juggles her busy schedule with training. She’s currently working on her masters degree at Stanford University, while also balancing her Miss USA duties with her mileage. One tip—she relies heavily on that hotel treadmill to get in her miles. Alma also shares how her mom, a former collegiate track star, is her running inspiration, and how Alma firmly believes that we should never be the first to say no to ourselves when thinking about trying something new. We loved this conversation and believe that Alma’s words provide the perfect motivation before lining up at the start line in Chicago or elsewhere this fall. More about Alma: Alma Oralia Minerva Cooper is a West Point graduate and is now studying for a Master of Science degree in statistics on the data science track. Prior to becoming Miss USA, Cooper planned to serve as a second lieutenant in the Military Intelligence Corps of the United States Army after completing her degree at Stanford. This will be Alma’s first marathon. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFOct 3, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
Episode 221: Lisa Runs Free in New Hampshire: Clarence DeMar Marathon Recap
After discussing the Boston Marathon 6:51 cutoff and our ideas for Boston’s future, Lisa recaps her incredible marathon performance in New Hampshire. Lisa shares why she chose to run the Clarence DeMar Marathon in Keene, and why, out of the 50 plus marathons she’s run, this one was her absolute favorite! You can find us on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFSep 13, 2024 · 57 min
Episode 220: From ACL Surgery to Boston Qualified: Julie’s Last Chance BQ.2 Marathon Race Recap
After spending the last 22 months diligently rehabbing after ACL surgery, Julie attempted a marathon and spoiler alert—crossed the finish line in 3:45 and qualified for the Boston Marathon at the Last Chance to BQ.2 Marathon in Batavia/St. Charles, Illinois. In this episode, Julie shares all the details about her race, including her training, fueling, race execution, and thought process. We so enjoyed this conversation with each other and almost forgot we were recording this episode! You can find us on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFSep 2, 2024 · 1 hr 11 min
Episode 219: Nate Kahaiali’i Is Lahaina Strong
Episode 219: When we saw Nate Kahaiali’i’s story on the CBS Evening News, we had to have him on our show to share his story. Nate is a middle school teacher in Lahaina, Hawaii, who was training for the 2023 Chicago Marathon when his home was destroyed by fire. Nate managed to grab his running shoes before fleeing his home and used those shoes to put one foot in front of the other to navigate a tremendous tragedy. Nate has since run multiple marathons while raising money for Lahaina Strong, a charity that directly supports the hundreds of Lahaina residents trying to rebuild. Nate shares how he ran through tragedy and found his purpose, how he impacts his students, many of whom are also survivors, and what helps him continue to move forward when times are tough. Nate will be running the NYC Marathon this fall for Lahaina Strong. Here’s how you can support Nate and the people of Lahaina—https://tr.ee/PILKTp8hxA . If you are running or spectating NYC and see Nate, be sure to say hello! He will be wearing this shirt (https://tr.ee/OuZN9KWwAc), which you can also purchase to support Lahaina. You can follow Nate on Instagram . Thanks to Nate for joining us. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFAug 22, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 218: Underfueling and Injury: An Important Discussion with Registered Dietitian, Amy Goldsmith
In this episode we welcome back Amy Goldsmith, RD, to discuss the Women’s Olympic Marathon, the impact of under fueling on injury, particularly among endurance athletes, and what we as amateur runners can learn from the 2024 Olympics. Amy Goldsmith, RD, has worked with hundreds of athletes in her practice, Kindred Nutrition. Amy specializes in sports nutrition and eating disorders and hosts the podcast, Don't Be Foodish. Amy focuses on meeting all her clients where they currently are and focusing on education, re-framing the mind, and using food as fuel for your brain and body. She believes there is a strong connection between the gut and brain and focuses on both with all clients. Follow Amy on Instagram or head to her website for information on working with Amy and her team. You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFAug 16, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 217: Run Farther & Faster Runner, Susan Spencer
After discussing the Olympic Marathon events, we welcomed one of our very special runners, Susan Spencer, who had been running for over 40 years and continues to improve upon her age-graded times. Susan shares how she is joyfully running marathons after an 18-year hiatus. Susan also shares her tips for staying motivated and avoiding the comparison trap. She also shares some fun tidbits about how the running scene has changed since her first Boston (as a bandit)! We loved this conversation! You can find us on Instagram and and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFAug 9, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min
Episode 216: Troubleshooting Summer Setbacks
We are excited to be back after a July break filled with racing, travel, and summer training. Speaking of which, we discuss in this episode how to overcome common summer setbacks to set yourself up for a successful fall racing season. We also discuss our favorite Olympic moments and what we can all learn from so many of our amazing Olympians. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFJul 11, 2024 · 46 min
Episode 215: Why, How, and When to Race a 5K during Marathon Training
So many marathoners hate the 5K distance—and for good reason—5Ks hurt! What if we told you, though, that 5Ks, especially during a marathon training cycle, can make you a better marathoner? In this episode, we share why, how and when to race a 5K during a marathon training cycle. Listen if you are ready to take your running to the next level. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook @runfartherandfaster. Looking for coaching? Email us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com to set up a coaching call. Thanks for listening!
- RFJun 28, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
Episode 214: When Super Shoes Aren’t So Super-A Conversation with Dr. Jay Spector
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Jay Spector, who shares why super shoes can sometimes lead to injury, along with form tips, and ways to avoid typical podiatric pitfalls. Dr. Spector has been practicing in the greater Atlanta area since 1994. He specializes in surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Spector was the Chairman of the PRESENT Sports Medicine Virtual Conference and the Immediate Past President of American Academy of Podiatric Sport Medicine (AAPSM). He is also a Fellow of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine, Royal College of Physicians Surgeons of Glasgow. He holds a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Podiatric Sports Medicine, from the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Spector is the Global Advisor of Special Olympics Fit Feet. He is a frequent national and international lecturer. Dr Spector is a Marathon Runner and does Cross Fit training. He is an RRCA/USATF Certified Running Coach and is the Director of the Atlanta Running Institute. A native of New York City, Dr. Spector earned a BA in Economics from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. His medical degree came from The New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Also in this episode, we discuss a local University of Maryland study in which masters women athletes can participate. Contact zckearns@umd.edu if interested. Reach out to us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Share this episode with anyone who you think would find this information helpful. Connect with us! Instagram: @runfartherandfaster Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFaster https://www.runfartherandfaster.com/
- RFJun 14, 2024 · 59 min
Episode 213: Everything You Need to Know to Qualify for the Boston Marathon
In this episode, we did a deep dive into what, when, why, and how to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Questions? Reach out to us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Share this episode with anyone who you think would find this information helpful. . Connect with us! Instagram: @runfartherandfaster Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFaster https://www.runfartherandfaster.com/
- RFJun 8, 2024 · 1 hr 14 min
Episode 212: Dr. Brad Serwer Talks Running and Heart Health
We are thrilled to welcome our longtime friend, Dr. Brad Serwer, an interventional cardiologist, who shares how and why all runners must pay attention to their heart health. We discuss heart issues specific to runners, including prevention, signs of heart disease, effects of statins, and so much more. More about Dr. Serwer—Before entering private practice, Dr. Serwer spent 20 years serving in the U.S. Navy and retired in 2021. Dr. Serwer is now the Chief Medical Officer for VitalSolution, which provides cardiology services to underserved regions in 22 states. In addition to being a top cardiologist, Dr. Serwer is also a dedicated runner. Since 2004, he has run 16 marathons, including Boston 4 times, NYC, Philly, Steamtown, Baltimore, and many Marine Corps Marathons. Please share this episode. It’s an important one. Thanks to Dr. Serwer for joining us! Connect with us! Instagram: @runfartherandfaster Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFaster https://www.runfartherandfaster.com/
- RFMay 31, 2024 · 48 min
Episode 211: It’s Not You…It’s the Heat!
After providing some key guidelines for successfully running in the heat, we welcomed registered dietitian, Amy Goldsmith, to share tips on hydrating and fueling in heat and humidity. Amy works with runners throughout the US through her practice Kindred Nutrition. Big thanks to Amy for joining ! Amy can be found on Instagram at @reelrd_amyg or on her website (kindrednutrition.com).
- RFMay 23, 2024 · 53 min
Episode 210: All in Stride-A Conversation with Author Johanna Garton
We loved speaking with author and sportswriter, Johanna Garton, whose most recent book, All in Stride: A Journey in Running, Courage and the Search for the American Dream,” was published on Tuesday, April 2. We met Johanna at the Boston Marathon and were thrilled to invite her to talk about her new book on our show. The book is about professional runner, Elvin Kibet, and her husband, Shadrack Kipchirchir and their journeys from a village in Kenya to collegiate athletes to world class American athletes, their love story, and their experiences as distance runners for the World Class Athlete Program (WCAP) for the U.S. Army. Fun fact—Shadrack paced Kipchoge to his sub 2 marathon in 2019. Through a series of interviews with Kibet, Kipchirchir, and their coaches, Garton weaves the story of the many obstacles, including racism, sexism, and disordered eating, that both athletes overcame to reach success their running careers, their challenging but happy childhoods in Kenya. Both decided, in spite of their challenges, that they wanted to serve in the U.S. Army because they were so grateful for the opportunities they were able to seize in the U.S. through running and wanted to serve their country. In her book, Garton also shares the story of WCAP athlete and 2020 U.S. Olympian Samantha Schultz. Schultz struggled with eating disorder recovery, which ultimately led to her retirement from competing in modern pentathlon. . Witnessing Schultz’s eating disorder struggles was a culture shock for Kibet, having never seen or heard of anyone experiencing this growing up in Kenya, and it influenced her decision to study public health and research how to better address such issues. Kibet and Kipchirchir are now parents to two-year old Mylo and recently competed in the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. Find Johanna at @johannagartonbooks. Connect with us: Instagram: @runfartherandfaster Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFaster Website: https://www.runfartherandfaster.com/
- RFMay 17, 2024 · 41 min
Episode 209: Live Show from the 2024 Boston Marathon with Bri Boehmer, Kelly Bruno, and Alisa Harvey
Please enjoy our live show, which we co-hosted with Cherie Turner from Women’s Running Stories, at the 2024 Boston Marathon. This year's panel was titled Making a Statement: Breaking Barriers in Women's Running, and it featured outstanding runners Alisa Harvey, Kelly Bruno, and Briana Boehmer. Alisa Harvey is an elite-level competitor on the track and road who has qualified for the Olympic Trials at the 800m, 1500m, and marathon distances. Among her long list of accomplishments over decades of racing, she has competed as a member of Team USA at several World Championships, and won gold at the 1991 Pan-Am Games in the 1500. At 58, she continues to compete as a top masters athlete, setting numerous age group records. Alisa is a 2019 National Black Distance Running Hall of Fame inductee and was featured in the documentary Breaking Three Hours. Kelly Bruno is a world-record-setting sprinter, ultra distance trail runner, and marathoner, competing as part of the professional para-athlete division of this year's Boston Marathon. She was also a contestant on season 21 of Survivor. Having undergone a below-the-knee amputation at a young age, she competes with a prosthetic. Kelly is a life-long athlete, pushing the envelope of what’s possible for para-athletes. In addition to being an endurance athlete, Kelly is physician specializing in pain management at Yale University. Briana (Bri) Boehmer, an elite runner turned long-distance triathlete, returned to running and raced her first marathon at age 42 at the 2021 California International Marathon. She finished in 2:33:20, setting a masters course record, which launched her into the professional marathon world. Bri is on a mission to prove that age is not a barrier to pursuing big goals. In addition to competing as an elite, Briana is a corporate executive and entrepreneur. She is currently the COO of Goodie Bag, which provides marketplace solutions to reduce food waste. How to Keep Up with Kelly Bruno Instagram: @kellybrunomd How to Keep Up with Briana Boehmer Instagram: @briboehmer More About Alisa Harvey https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alisa_Harvey Learn more about the Breaking Three Hours documentary: http://mobile.breakingthreehours.com/ Ways to Connect with Run Farther and Faster Instagram: @runfartherandfaster Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFaster Twitter: @RunFartherfast Website: https://www.runfartherandfaster.com/ Ways to Connect and Engage with Women's Running Stories Instagram: @womensrunningstories Twitter: @WomenRunStories Website: womensrunningstories.com Thanks to the BAA and Cherie Turner!!
- RFMay 11, 2024 · 1 hr 13 min
Episode 208: Author Maggie Mertens and the Impact of Culture and Science on Women’s Running
This week we talked with journalist and author, Maggie Mertens, about her new book “Better, Faster, Farther: How Running Changed Everything We Know About Women,” which will be released in June. Maggie’s book shares the progress and myths around women’s running, some of which continue today. Maggie’s book and our discussion underlines have far we’ve come and how much more work needs to be done to elevate women’s running. Maggie’s book is now available for pre-order wherever you purchase your books.