Kevin Leathers

Can't Stop Endurance

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Coach Kevin began running over 40 years ago as a high school freshman. His love of running developed on the track and the cross-country course. He added triathlon to his list of passions while in college. Kevin began coaching informally over 25 years ago and started Can't Stop Endurance in 2006. He has coached runners from beginners to marathon champions. Kevin has also coached thousands of runners through his work with the Team McGraw and St Jude Heroes charity programs. The driving force in his endurance career has been the personal "test of self". Coaching allows him to help other...

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Kevin Leathers

Episodes

Ep 31: Clark Butcher 10.12.2019 1:23:43

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview Victory Bicycle Studio owner, Clark Butcher. Listen in to hear about his endurance journey, the evolution of Victory, bike gear, training, nutrition and so much more.

Ep 30: Dr. Sara Michael 26.11.2019 1:13:43

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with physical therapist, Dr. Sara Michael. Listen to hear them talk about common running injuries and how to prevent them. Plus learn how to be a good PT patient and more!

Ep 29: Coach Talk 12.11.2019 34:16

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about running smart, training hard, and racing fast!

Ep 28: Sam Schwaller 29.10.2019 1:33:42

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview ultra runner and triathlete Sam Schwaller. Listen to hear about his journey to being an Ironman and finishing two Leadville 100s.

Ep 27: Dr. Kiri Ness 15.10.2019 1:12:58

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about Kiri's journey to becoming an Ironman, how she stays so disciplined, and about her work at St. Jude.

Ep 26: Discipline 01.10.2019 25:55

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about the importance of discipline.

Ep 25: You have questions, we have answers! 17.09.2019 38:28

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss race specificity, building up mileage, running marathons, and the dreaded time trial.

Ep 24: Coach Q and A 03.09.2019 34:12

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss the decision to sign up for a marathon, racing during the marathon build, and getting a coach.

Ep 23: Western States recap 20.08.2019 34:16

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about Western States from a coach, crew, and pacer perspective.

Ep 22: Charlie Baxter Hayden 06.08.2019 1:03:45

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview speedster and yoga rockstar, Charlie Baxter Hayden.

Ep 21: The Heat is ON! 23.07.2019 42:05

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss how to mentally and physically prepare to deal with running in the summer heat.

Ep 20: Charles Hurst 09.07.2019 56:56

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with Charles Hurst, leader of the St. Jude pace team and member of the Lululemon race team. Charles has finished over 100 marathons, so tune in to hear all that he has learned along the way!

Ep 19: History of Can't Stop Endurance 25.06.2019 38:37

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about what's been going on with them plus the history of Can't Stop Endurance.

Ep 18: Racing Smart 11.06.2019 36:43

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss strategies to maximize peak performance at races.

Ep 17: Learning to Suffer 28.05.2019 38:50

In this episode Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about the importance of learning to suffer in order to be successful at any distance.

Episode 16: Coach Q and A 07.05.2019 45:16

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about hydration, hydration, and hydration! Plus some discussions about speedwork.

Ep 15: Smart Runner 23.04.2019 35:15

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about how to be a smart runner by picking an appropriate plan, choosing good shoes and socks, the value of training partners, and the importance of recovery.

Ep 14: Dumb Runner 09.04.2019 43:40

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss mistakes that dumb runners make. Learn how to train smart by running easy on easy days, when not to wear your running shoes, the importance of following the plan and being consistent, plus so much more.

Ep 13: Coach Q and A 26.03.2019 40:07

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly start the podcast by discussing the Big Buffalo race and checking in on their goals. Then tune in to hear them talk about transitioning from winter training to 5K season and how to build in cross training as 5K season ramps up.

Ep 12: Rachel Randall 12.03.2019 53:15

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with local running superstar Rachel Randall. Tune in to hear her story about why she started running and how she became a 3:13 marathoner.

Ep 11: Coach A and Q 26.02.2019 30:31

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss tempo runs, how to run your long run correctly, and cadence. Plus they do a follow up to the goal setting podcast.

Ep 10: Jon Autrey 12.02.2019 1:11:29

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk to the 2015 St. Jude Memphis marathon winner, 5 time Boston qualifier, and Lululemon ambassador, Jon Autrey. Listen in to hear how he went from a 3:45 marathoner to a 2:37 marathon.

Ep 9: Trail Running 29.01.2019 55:50

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss trail running topics like equipment, trail etiquette, types of trails, and trail safety.

Ep 8: Kirsten Scheel 15.01.2019 50:13

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with local Memphis runner, Kirsten Scheel, about qualifying and running the Boston Marathon for the first time, her 3rd place finish at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon, self talk, pacing, and so much more.

Ep 7: Goal Setting 01.01.2019 40:04

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss setting goals and overcoming limiters.