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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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- RFOct 13, 2022 · 1 hr 9 min
Episode 145: Part IV of Our Fall Marathon Series: California International Marathon Race Director, Scott Abbott
This week, in Part IV of our Fall Marathon Race Series, we welcomed Scott Abbott, Executive Director of the Sacramento Running Association which is the machine behind the California International Marathon (CIM), one of the nation's premier running events, a known OTQ and BQ qualifier, and one of the world's largest marathons. Scott, who has over 20 years of experience working in the running industry, shares his insider tips on CIM and why this marathon is so special. He even convinced us to head out to Sacramento in 2023! We are so grateful for Scott's insight and hope this episode helps those heading out to Sacramento on December 4, 2022! Scott's Contact Information: Website CIM Facebook CIM Instagram Scott's Instagram Interested in private coaching for your next race? Contact us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @runfartherandfaster and check out our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com). Thanks for listening!
- RFOct 6, 2022 · 42 min
Episode 144: Part III of Our Fall Marathon Race Series: Philadelphia Marathon Race Director, Kathleen Titus
We have so enjoyed interviewing the race directors of upcoming fall marathons! This week, we are excited to welcome Philadelphia Marathon Race Director, Kathleen Titus, who shares the ins and outs of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend! Kathleen is the owner of All Fitness Events (AFE) and Race Director of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend. Thanks to Kathleen for joining us and for offering a discount code to our listeners! Use the code RFF2022 for $20 off registration. Please share this episode with anyone you know who is running Philly! Interested in private coaching for your next race? Contact us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @runfartheranfaster and check out our website (www.runfartherandfaster.com). Thanks for listening!
- RFOct 1, 2022 · 48 min
Episode 143: Part II of Our Fall Marathon Series: Bank of America Chicago Marathon Executive Race Director, Carey Pinkowski
What a legend! We were SO thrilled to speak the Executive Race Director of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Carey Pinkowski! Pinkowski is the founder of Chicago Event Management and has been serving as Chicago's Executive Race Director since 1990. During his tenure, Pinkowski witnessed Chicago's exponential growth, expanding from 6000 registered runners in 1990 to over 45,000 runners from all 50 states and more than 130 countries today. In 2006, Pinkowski, helped launch the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Pinkowski, along with the race directors at the Boston, London, Berlin and New York City marathons (Tokyo was added later). To commemorate his 20th anniversary as Executive Race Director, the City of Chicago and Bank of America bestowed Pinkowski with an honorary street naming – “Carey Pinkowski Drive” – at the intersection of Monroe Street and Columbus Drive, the site of the race’s start line. Pinkowski shared his favorite parts of the course, how runners can maximize their Chicago race experience, and many behind-the-scenes fun facts about the race and past participants. If you are running Chicago, or plan to run the race at some point, this is a must-listen! Thanks to Carey Pinkowski for making the tremendous effort to speak with us just eight days before race day and provide invaluable information to our listeners. Best of luck to all who are running Chicago! Interested in coaching with Run Farther & Faster? Send us an email! julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram @runfartheranddfaster and at our website, www.runfartherandfaster.com. Thanks for listening!
- RFSep 29, 2022 · 49 min
Episode 142: Part 1 of Our Fall Marathon Series: Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Breakdown
After we discuss the BIG news out of Boston, we are so excited to kick off our fall marathon series! With so many of our runners preparing for fall marathons, we decided to interview the race directors of five upcoming fall marathons! In this episode, the first of five interviews, we interviewed Rob Mullett, the Events and Operations Manager for Indy Monumental Marathon, which happens to also be Lisa's fall goal race. We ask all of the questions about the course, logistics and behind-the-scenes tips about this PR-friendly race. Rob also has an interesting backstory! Prior to joining the Indy Monumental team in August 2021, Rob was an Event Manager at the Atlanta Track Club where he oversaw race operations for running and walking events, was an integral part of the operations for the 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials. Rob grew up in Sussex, England, and competed for Lewes Athletics Club. Rob earned a scholarship at Butler University where he became the first sub-four-minute miler in school history before graduating with a Master’s in Effective Teaching and Leadership. Rob’s athletic career was highlighted by representing Great Britain in the 3,000-meter Steeplechase at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. He set the course record for the CNO Financial Monumental 5K in 2015. We look forward to bringing our listeners more fall marathon race director interviews throughout the month. Interested in coaching with Run Farther & Faster? Send us an email! julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram @runfartheranddfaster and at our website, www.runfartherandfaster.com. Thanks for listening!
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Sep 16, 2022 · 56 minEpisode 141: Controlling the Controllables to Avoid Pitfalls on Race Day—a Coaching Episode
With fall marathon season in full swing, we wanted to provide our listeners with a coaching episode. We discuss all of the ways we can set ourselves up for success on race day. We tackle nutrition, mental preparation, physical preparation, and race logistics. We hope that our tips will help everyone run to their fullest potential on race day.
- RFSep 8, 2022 · 1 hr 13 min
Episode 140: If It Isn't Broken, Don't Fix It: A Conversation with Registered Dietitian, Amy Goldsmith, Owner of Kindred Nutrition, on Stacy Sims' Book, Roar
In Episode 138, Dr. Stacy Sims joined us share how to implement her recommendations in Roar when training for endurance sports. During the interview, Dr. Sims recommended that menopausal athletes stop using gels and salt tabs, among other nutrition recommendations that surprised us. As a result, we reached out to past podcast guest and top registered dietitian, Amy Goldsmith, owner of Kindred Nutrition, about Dr. Sims' recommendations. Amy has been practicing for almost 25 years and has worked with thousands of athletes, many of whom are women in their 40's, 50's and 60's. As always, Amy provided sound guidance and clarification that you won't want to miss. Amy is the founder and owner of Kindred Nutrition (www.kindrednutrition.com) in which she specializes in sports nutrition and eating disorders and hosts the podcast, Don't Be Foodish (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-be-foodish/id1508612510). 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. In addition, as a sports nutritionist and dietitian, Amy assists with getting the client to peak performance by incorporating optimal nutrition before, during training, race time, and recovery. Follow Amy on Instagram @kindrednutrition_frederick and subscribe to her podcast! Interested in working with us? Send us an email! julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram @runfartheranddfaster. Thanks for listening!
- RFAug 31, 2022 · 1 hr 33 min
Episode 139: Gain an Edge with Dr. Sedge, Sports Medicine Physician for the Orioles, Consultant for the Ravens, and Physician for the Boston Marathon
We so enjoyed our conversation with Dr. Matthew Sedgley ("Sedge"), MD, who shared a lot of information on injury prevention and managing heat/humidity while racing. Dr. Sedgley is a physician specializing in sports medicine. He is fellowship trained in both family medicine and sports medicine. His special interests include musculoskeletal injuries, evaluation of non-surgical orthopedic problems, and concussions. He is a team physician for the Baltimore Orioles, a consultant for the Ravens, and serves on the medical team for the Boston Marathon, the Baltimore Marathon and the Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run. Dr. Sedgley's special interests include working with runners, triathletes, and bicyclists. Dr. Sedgley is also trained in sports medicine ultrasound. Non-operative care for orthopedic concerns and acute sports injuries are his primary focus. A 1996 graduate of the University of Maryland, Dr. Sedgley earned his doctor of medicine from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2000 before completing an internship and residency in family practice at the University of Minnesota Medical Center, Riverside Campus. He also completed his fellowship at the University of Maryland. We mentioned on our intro this cool gadget that helps manage plantar fasciitis, the Vibracool (https://paincarelabs.com/products/vibracool%C2%AE-for-plantar-fasciitis). If you are interested in purchasing one, the company is offering a 20 percent discount for our listeners. Use the code RFF20 at checkout. Thanks for listening, and if you haven't yet, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW for our podcast! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @runfartherandfaster.
- RFAug 26, 2022 · 1 hr 26 min
Episode 138: Dr. Stacy Sims --Running Through Menopause and Beyond
We are so thrilled to welcome Dr. Stacy Sims, PhD, a leading exercise and nutrition scientist and author of Roar and Next Level. Dr. Sims coined the phrase, "Women and Not Small Men," and has been tirelessly advocating for women to be better represented in scientific studies involving athletic performance. Hef newest book, Next Level, focuses on menopausal athletes and can be purchased at any bookstore. In this episode, Stacy shares how hormonal shifts impact athletic performance and what we can do to optimize our running, even during menopause. Dr.provides guidance on nutrition and strength training to maintain muscle mass and speed. We learned SO much from her book and through our conversation. More about Stacy: Stacy is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist. She has directed research programs at Stanford, AUT University, and the University of Waikato, focusing on female athlete health and performance. Her contributions to the international research environment and the sports nutrition industry has established a new niche in sports nutrition; and established her reputation as the expert in sex differences in training, nutrition, and health. Dr. Sims has published over 70 peer-reviewed papers, several books, including Roar and Next Level and is a regularly featured speaker at professional and academic conferences, including those by USOC and USA Cycling. To learn more about Stacy's work, check out www.drstacysims.com
- RFAug 17, 2022 · 1 hr 18 min
Episode 137: Returning to Running after Covid: A Conversation with Dr. Tod Olin, Pulmonologist and Director of the National Jewish Health Exercise and Performance Breathing Center
Dr. Tod Olin is a pulmonologist and director of the National Jewish Health Exercise and Performance Breathing Center in Denver, where he works with athletes of all levels, including Olympic and professional athletes. Dr. Olin is also one of the leading experts on returning to exercise after Covid. As Dr. Olin mentioned in this recent New York Times article, (https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/03/sports/running-after-covid.html) the timeline for returning to running at full training capacity after having Covid, even mild cases, looks different for every athlete. As coaches, we are seeing this, too. As Dr. Olin mentions in the New York Times article and on our podcast, "Compared to most viral illnesses, the expectation that athletes should have is that it takes on average twice as long to get back to where you were." Accordingly, athletes need to respect the virus and not rush back into training just because there's a race on the schedule to ensure a full recovery and avoid long-term ramifications. In this episode, Dr. Olin provides guidance and encouragement to runners riding this struggle bus. In addition to heading up the Exercise and Performance Breathing Center--he is the leading expert on vocal cord dysfunction-- Dr. Olin also served as a physician during the Tokyo Olympics and shares his unique experience caring for athletes in Athlete's Village. If you or someone you know is struggling with returning to running after Covid, please listen and share this episode. Dr. Olin generously shared his email and encouraged listeners with questions to email him at exercise@njhealth.org. We are so grateful to Dr. Olin for sharing his expertise with us. If you haven't yet, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. And, of course, follow us on instagram at @runfartherandfaster and Facebook. Thanks for listening!
- RFAug 10, 2022 · 1 hr 14 min
Episode 136: We Actually CAN Run Away from Our Problems (Sort of)! A Discussion with Scott Douglas, the Author of Running Is My Therapy
After a summer hiatus, we are back! We spoke with Runner's World contributing editor and author, Scott Douglas, a prolific writer and lifetime runner,. Scott has authored a number of running books, including two New York Times bestsellers with Meb-- Meb for Mortals and 26 Marathons. Scott also wrote The Genius of Athletes, Advanced Marathoning, and most relevantly to our conversation, Running Is My Therapy. In this episode, Scott discusses how running impacts the brain long-term and why running is an essential tool for managing depression and anxiety. Running is not a substitute for therapy...but it sure helps. Scott can be found on Twitter (@mescottdouglas) and through his website, scottdouglas.biz.
- RFJul 13, 2022 · 1 hr 12 min
Episode 135: "The Tendon Whisperer," Dr. Matt Bayes, MD, Shares How to Maximize Our Healing and Minimize Our Breakdown
We are back after a few "down weeks" in our podcasting...just like in training, we needed a few weeks to rest and regroup! Thanks for joining us again for Season 9! This week, we welcomed a very special doctor--the doctor who healed past podcast guest and Boston Marathon age group winner, Heather Knight Pech (see episode 132), who was dealing with a huge plantar fasciitis tear that almost derailed her running career...until she found Dr. Bayes in St. Louis. After hearing Heather's story, which, of course, resulted in her 3:03 Boston Marathon finish at age 60, which broke Joan Benoit Samuelson's record, we had to have Dr. Bayes on the show. Dr. Bayes did not disappoint! Dr. Bayes is a sports medicine physician with the www.bluetailmedicalgroup.com in St. Louis and specializes in regenerative orthopedics such as PRP and stem cell therapy. In this episode, Dr. Bayes shares how to prevent and diagnose common injuries, and, if needed, how PRP and stem cell therapy can be a game changer for athletes struggling with musculoskeletal injuries and diseases. Before joining Bluetail Medical Group in 2011, Dr. Bayes practiced at the Sports Medicine Institute at the Orthopedic Center of St. Louis. He has extensive experience teaching regenerative medicine and diagnostic ultrasound techniques to physicians from throughout the United States and around the world. As referenced in the podcast, here is a list of doctors around the country who perform the treatments that Dr. Bayes referenced in this episode. https://www.bluetailmedicalgroup.com/contents/contact/affiliate-locations Thanks for listening, and if you haven't yet, please subscribe, share, and leave a five star review wherever you listen to podcasts.
- RFJun 3, 2022 · 39 min
Episode 134: The Secret to Running Faster Is Easier Than You Think
On this week’s episode, we did a deep dive into the subject of pacing and how you can improve your race times and decrease the chance of injury by following these pacing guidelines.
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May 26, 2022 · 1 hr 6 minEpisode 133: World Record Holder, Gene Dykes
Gene Dykes ran a 2:54 marathon at age 70, and became the fastest 70 year old in the world. Today, at age 74, Gene continues to train unconventionally while breaking records and running with joy.
- RFMay 19, 2022 · 1 hr 19 min
Episode 132: Boston Marathon Course Record Holder, Heather Knight Pech: The Best Is Yet to Come!
We are so excited to welcome the amazing Heather Knight Pech back to the podcast. Check out Episode 72 to hear our first conversation with Heather. Heather, at age 60, won the 60 to 64 age group division at the 2022 Boston Marathon in a time of 3:03, and broke Joan Benoit Samuelson's 60 to 64 age group record. In this episode, Heather shares how she managed to overcome a nearly career-ending injury that took her out of running in 2021 and 2022 and execute a stellar race (and a course PR) at the 2022 Boston Marathon. Heather coaches through McKirdy Trained (www.mckirdytrained.com) and can be found on Instagram at https://instagram.com/_knighttraining Please leave us a five star review wherever you get your podcasts. This helps other listeners find us. Check us out on Facebook (Run Farther & Faster), Instagram (@runfartherandfaster) and Twitter (@Runfartherfast). Interested in taking your running to the next level? Contact us for private coaching at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com.
- RFMay 12, 2022 · 1 hr 19 min
Episode 131: Lisa Veneziano Is Faster as a Master!
At age 57 and after over three decades of breaking personal records, Lisa Veneziano continues to defy the odds as a masters runner. Most recently, at the 2022 Boston Marathon (her 17th Boston), Lisa won her age group (55 to 59) in a time of 3:03. Just six months earlier, Lisa ran 2:58 at the 2021 Boston Marathon and 2:56 at the Philadelphia Marathon, which are race times she had not seen since 2006. Also in 2021, Lisa set two American women records at the USATF Championships in the 5K and 10K distances. Recently, Lisa retired from General Motors where she served as top-level executive in supply chain management. Lisa shares in the podcast and in this essay (https://bit.ly/3jK6lyD) how her approach to running helped her achieve a successful career at General Motors. Lisa shares how she is able to run consistently strong, race frequently, and set records while avoiding injury. Lisa is a mom of two sons and resides with her husband in Fenton, Michigan. Notes: Pump and Run 5K https://www.arnoldsports.com/schedule/ Lisa can be found on Strava and LinkedIn, and, of course, on the roads at races throughout the country. Please leave us a five star review wherever you get your podcasts. This helps other listeners find us. Check us out on Facebook (Run Farther & Faster), Instagram (@runfartherandfaster) and Twitter (@Runfartherfast). Interested in taking your running to the next level? Contact us for private coaching at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com.
- RFMay 3, 2022 · 1 hr 9 min
Episode 130: 2:52 Boston Marathoner, Markelle "the Gazelle" Taylor
The New York Times recently covered Markelle Taylor's story after he ran a 2:52 marathon in Boston at age 49, just one week after he was released from parole after serving an 18 year prison sentence in San Quentin State Prison in Northern California. We reached out to Markelle, who graciously agreed to come on our podcast and share his journey from hurt to healing, which led him to the transformative 1000 Mile Running Club and the nickname, Markelle the Gazelle. Markelle ran four marathons within San Quentin and broke the club record when he ran a marathon in 3:16. Just six weeks after his release from prison, Markelle ran the Boston Marathon in 3:03 in 2019. Markelle will be featured, along with several other members of the San Quentin 1000 Mile Running Club in the soon-to-be-released documentary, 26.2 to Life: San Quentin Marathon Documentary. We appreciated Markelle's willingness to share his journey with us. Please check out the links below for more information. Markelle's story in the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/23/sports/boston-marathon-markelle-taylor.html 26.2 to Life: San Quentin Marathon Documentary: https://www.sanquentinmarathon.com Email Markelle about his clothing line, Run Free - markelleruns@gmail.com
- RFApr 22, 2022 · 1 hr 11 min
LIVE Event: Marilyn Bevans & Maegan Krifchin: Celebrating 50 Years of Women at the Boston Marathon
We so enjoyed recording this episode before a live audience at the PRX Podcast Garage in Boston with Strides Forward Host, Cherie Turner! About the featured guests: Marilyn Bevans is a pioneer in US women’s marathoning. In the 1970s, she became the first nationally competitive American-born Black woman marathon runner in the US, and she is the first American-born Black woman runner to break 3 hours at the distance. Among her many accomplishments, Bevans placed 2nd at the 1977 Boston Marathon. Bevans is featured in the soon to be released documentary Breaking Three Hours: Trailblazing African-American Women Marathoners Maegan Krifchin is a professional distance runner and will be running in the elite field of the 2022 Boston Marathon. She's currently a member of the Atlanta Track Club elite team. Most recently, Krifchin placed 6th at the 2021 Chicago Marathon and top ten at both the 10km and 20km 2021 National Championships. Maegan has a long career as a runner; early racing experience includes being a high school All American in the 800 meter. This was Krifchin’s first Boston Marathon. You can keep up with Maegan on Instagram @mkrifchin Ways to follow Run Farther & Faster Online Learn more about Run Farther & Faster on their website Follow Run Farther & Faster on Instagram and Facebook Ways to follow Strides Forward Online Learn more about Strides Forward on our website Learn about how you can submit a story for consideration on the next Strides Behind the Mic episode Follow Strides Forward on Instagram and Twitter: @StridesForward
- RFApr 21, 2022 · 1 hr 52 min
Episode 128: Our Boston Marathon 2022 Recap
We are back from a memorable Boston Marathon weekend and share all of the details, including race recaps for both of us. Being back in Boston in April was truly magical. We hope you enjoy our (long) recap.
- RFApr 12, 2022 · 1 hr 3 min
Episode 127: Boston Marathon Race Preparation and Fueling Strategy from Taper to Finish Line
Boston on Patriots’ Day is back, baby, and we could not be more excited! In addition to meeting up with our runners and listeners at our Boston shake-out run on Sunday 4/17 at 9 am (Brewer Fountain in the Commons), we are so excited to run the race on this historical day again! Before we run, we must taper and fuel, and while we run, we must execute wisely. This episode provides a step-by-step plan on how to do all of it. Listen and share and join us on Sunday for our shake-out. Let’s do this!