The Rookie Runners Podcast

Episode 10 introduces Trevon Sundiata Ferguson. During his service in active duty military in the US Army, he suffered a traumatic brain injury which resulted in seizures, PTSD and depression. He also battled rage, thoughts of suicide and chronic pain along the way but through movement, running and other recovery methods; he has gone on to overcome his challenges while helping others achieve their...

Episode 9 introduces Avi Kelly. Within 6 years, Avi overcame obesity and depression and went on to run 25 full marathons and over 75 half marathons. Avi is also a pacer that has helped many runners (including me) achieve their running goals. His story will inspire you.

Episode 8 introduces Christina Kimbrough. Christina has struggled with many challenges including mental illness and addiction. Her journey has been one of overcoming difficult odds and achieving her goals. Among other methods of recovery, running played a huge role. In this episode, she transparently details her road to wellness and hopes that her story serves to uplift and inspire others.

Episode 7 introduces introduces Kevin Quinn, an amazing athlete, running coach, marathon runner and family man. He achieved a personal best in the 2019 Valencia Marathon of 2:22.12. In 2016, Kevin underwent heart surgery for a previously undetected condition. He successfully recovered and went on to achieve personal best times in distances from 5k to the marathon. He is truly an extraordinary guy...

In this episode, I talk about an incident that happened to me on my evening run that has me thinking more about runner safety awareness. In addition, I discuss the importance of a proper recovery plan in the running process.

In episode 5 I interview Joel Almonte who’s weight loss and running journey was recently featured in Runner’s world magazine.

Episode 4 introduces Matt Simeone, a self-described non conventional runner that went from running 5K races to training for and successfully completing an ultra marathon race.

Thoughts on training methods and injury prevention. Interview with NYC based Runner Les Boadu about his remarkable running journey.

In Episode 2 I talk about my experience running the virtual Marine Corps marathon (my second marathon). And I interview ultra marathon runner, Andrea McHugh.

Episode 1 introduces the show, explores the reasons why we run, discusses the book ‘Born to run’, interview with Darlena Kolpak and meet up with Shamaer Styer of SRS Running.