Marathon Training for Beginners

IT Band Syndrome is one of the most common running injuries, yet it is totally preventable! Why do so many beginner runners get it? Discover the ins and outs of this injury with Dr. Duane Scotti, who has spent years studying and educating on the subject. If you've never experienced this pain, don't keep scrolling! Give this one a listen so you can prevent it from ever pausing your running journey....

"You are not a runner. You are an athlete that specializes in running." These wise words will go down in the history books under the legendary Jason Fitzgerald. Jason joins us to talk about running form and common mistakes he sees in beginners. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience as an elite runner, coach, and podcaster, and you won't want to miss this one! Take some notes, and be...

Natalie Hammond is an experienced marathoner who has run Boston for the last 8 years. Her very first Boston marathon was the year of the bombings, and she tells all about that experience and how she overcame the trauma to come back the following year. She also shares helpful tips on training for a downhill race and the importance of pacing when running a marathon. For those looking for content on...

Jereny Rivera tells how she went from being 50 lbs overweight and lonely to finding a community in running, changing her eating habits, and becoming a super fast runner! She runs a sub 6:30 min/mile half marathon and is a Boston qualifier. She believes that if she can do it, ANYONE can do it!   Follow Jereny on Instagram @lolspacemonkey  For those looking for content on marathon training...

Katrina, or Trina, worked with Harrison 1:1 to complete her first marathon. She discusses the challenging injury she dealt with toward the end of the process and how this almost kept her from completing her race. Listen to hear just how determined she was to complete what she had set out to do--you'll walk away inspired! Follow her on Instagram @adventure_runner_girl  For those looking for co...

Not every runner qualifies for Boston on their first try. Wait, MOST runners don't qualify for Boston on their first try. Jake shares his story about how he qualified, how many tries it took, and how to improve time after time. You won't want to miss this interview, even if your goal isn't to qualify. His thoughts on goal setting transcend beyond running.  Follow him on Istagram or Clubhouse...

Jeffrey Binney tells the story of why he decided to train for and run a 100-mile ultramarathon. His story will have you crying, laughing, and everything in between, and you will love his documentary about the whole process.  Follow this link to watch a trailer of Jeffrey's film, "Once is Enough": https://youtu.be/uosngsoMvnA Jeffrey's film can be found on Amazon Prime and other streaming plat...

We decided to try something new this week! We took questions from listeners and answered them on the run--literally! We discuss what we eat, our long-term running goals, how often we run together, and so much more. This episode is brought to you by Podcorn. Visit podcorn.com/podcasters for more details.  For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time m...

How do you stay motivated while training for a half marathon or marathon? How do you run in the snow? Chicago native, Cynthia Wheeler, has the answers! When she isn't designing websites or sharing content with her 100K+ followers on Instagram and TikTok, Cynthia is running marathons all over the US! In this episode we talk about her running journey and how she continues to inspire runners today th...

You spoke, and we listened! FOOD is what you want to learn most about! In this episode we spoke to the incredibly talented and lightning-fast marathoner and dietitian, Kelsey Beckmann, about all things fueling while marathon training. We also discussed strategies and calculations for fueling on race day PLUS recovery. She is a pro runner who is an olympic trials qualifier, so it's safe to say she...

You won't want to miss this one! In our interview with Sunny Lawrence, AKA captain of the Iron Cowboy ship, we learn what it takes to chase your dreams and do the unimaginable. Sunny tells her side of the 50.50.50 experience as the wife of James who completed 50 Iron man distances in 50 consecutive days in 50 states. Click here to see the trailer for the documentary: https://youtu.be/illDZ9fKSGk T...

Happy New Year! What are your running goals for 2021? Let’s make it our year! In this episode, we talk about overcoming obstacles. Meg Cremins tells us about running with Type 1 diabetes while Morgan Woodman shares her experience finishing her first marathon with Crohn’s. For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k...

You guys! Mo finished her first half! 2020 can't stop super Mo! In this episode we share the results from our virtual half marathons on November 21st, and stick around to the very end as Mo makes a huge announcement!  Special thanks to Body Glide for sponsoring last week's giveaway!  For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, beginner runner, half...

Harrison interviews Mrs. Space Cadet about finishing her first marathon. She tells about pre-race jitters, planning a virtual race, and how she involved her TikTok and Instagram followers live during her big day. PLUS we are giving away a package of Body Glide products—listen to the episode to learn more!* For those looking for content on marathon training, beginner runner, running, lifestyle, fir...

In this episode we chat with Dr. Duane Scotti, physical therapist, running coach, and podcaster about preventing injuries and training with them. It’s a complicated subject, but he breaks it down for any beginner to understand! Plus, dietitian Brit Giles gives two pointers to stay on top of your fitness goals through the holidays. You won’t want to miss this episode! 🏃‍♀️🏃 Here is the link to th...

In this episode we talk to award-winning author and journalist Brian Metzler about all things running shoes and how new runners can pick their perfect pair. Harrison and Mo also talk about their recent trip to the running-shoe store to try on new shoes. Mo picked a new brand while Harrison stuck with his favorite pair. We take a question from a listener about running form and how to look "good" wh...

Two competitors from Amazon Prime Video's World's Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji join us today to share their experiences as mountain endurance athletes. They talk about what the show got right, whether or not it captured the full story, and a lot more background on their lives that you might not know. To say they have inspired thousands if not millions of viewers is an understatement. If you h...

Official representatives from Garmin come on the show to share details about the Garmin watch lineup. For anyone who uses a running watch or is looking to buy one, this is a great guide to picking the perfect fit. For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, beginner runner, new runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummy...

Are you looking to run a virtual half marathon for a reasonable price? Consider the Gilbert Half Marathon! www.gilberthalfmarathon.org 🏃🏻‍♀️ Harrison has the opportunity to interview the race director, Yvette Rangel, and she shares her background as an incredibly experienced marathoner and ultra marathoner. She shares tips and tricks on strength training to improve times and breaks down all the...

Ready for some inspiration? Alan Blumenshein shares his incredible story in which he leaned on running, swimming, and cycling to stay substance-free. Tune in to hear how he overcame his challenges to complete a full Iron Man. Plus! Runners from around the world share how running has helped them overcome their adversities. For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, begi...

We speak to the incredibly intelligent and wicked-fast runner, Britney Giles, about how to fuel before, during, and after a half or full marathon. She shares general best practices for becoming a more efficient runner through the fuel we take in. Find her on Instagram @dietitian_brit. For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, beginner runner, new runner, first-time ma...

In this episode you’ll hear all about why we’ve been away and what we’ve been up to. We share our upcoming running goals and plans for this season. We’re excited to be back, and as always, we’d love to hear from you! For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, half marathon, beginner runner, new runner, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @cru...

In this episode, we feature voice recordings of listeners from all across the world! Have a happy 4th of July with your family, and we hope you enjoy this special episode! For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummymarathoners and online at www.crummymarathoners.com

Harrison and Mo discuss Harrison’s surprise trip to California with his 5 closest high school buddies. Harrison interviews the incredibly inspiring military and law enforcement veteran Adrian Pruitt about his life, career, and sickness that confined him to his bed for nearly 10 years. He tells his story about how he beat all odds and began to walk again and then trained for and ran a half marathon...

How do moms do it all? How do marathon moms do it all? How do Marathon moms with twins do it all?! We talk to the amazing Lauren Doornbos about how she fits running into her hectic schedule of raising three kids, two of whom are twins, and teaching English to kids in China. Oh! And she does yoga, motivates her social media following, and does all the other things mothers do. You won’t want to miss...