Jacob Thomson and Rory Linkletter

Out and Back

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Rory Linkletter and Jacob Thomson are professional marathoners chasing fast times and big goals on the roads. Training out of Flagstaff, Arizona, they’ve got plenty of stories from the grind of big mileage, the chaos of race travel, the highs and lows of racing on the world stage and the random stuff that happens between workouts. With a passion for storytelling, running culture, and building community, Rory and Jacob bring listeners behind the scenes of the marathon lifestyle. Training talk with a few detours.

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Jacob Thomson and Rory Linkletter

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#19 - Canadian Record, Rory runs 59:49 at the Houston Half Marathon 13.01.2026 42:33

⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Strava⁠ ⁠Rory’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Rory’s Youtube⁠ Jacob’s Website In this episode of the Out and Back podcast, Rory Linkletter shares his experience of breaking the Canadian half marathon record. He discusses the immediate aftermath of the race, including drug testing and media obligations, and reflects on the race dynam...

#18 - Houston Marathon Preview, What's in & What's out for 2026 08.01.2026 57:01

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#17 JP Flavin - Marathon Project Champion, Brooks Hansons Distance Project, in collaboration with John Gay from the Shakeout Podcast 02.01.2026 45:05

⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Strava⁠ ⁠Rory’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Rory’s Youtube⁠ Jacob’s Website We're kicking off 2026 with a special New Year's Day episode featuring guest host John Gay from the Shakeout Podcast for a conversation with recently crowned The Marathon Project champion JP Flavin , fresh off his win and new lifetime best of 2:09:...

#16 Between Reps with Chris - Training Updates, most Overrated, Underrated, and Misunderstood things in Running, How much Volume is too much? 21.12.2025 1:09:53

Join Jacob, Rory, and Chris as they dive into a good ole banter style episode that feels like a run with friends. From debating the most overrated running trends to sharing outrageous hot takes, this episode is packed with laughs and unexpected insights. Don't miss out on the fun—tune in and let us know if you agree with our spicy opinions! ⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠...

#15 Joe Whelan - 6 marathons in 1 year, 2:09 at CIM 14.12.2025 43:56

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#14 Johannes Motschmann - 140 mile weeks, 2:10 Marathon, Best Training Camps 09.12.2025 57:46

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#13 - CIM & US Champs Preview, Taper Time, Key Workouts in the Build, Fuel Plan 01.12.2025 33:39

If you enjoyed this episode - please give us a review and follow! Today we discuss the upcoming California International Marathon (CIM), which is also the USATF Marathon Championships. Go through Jacob's build up, race strategy, and expectations for the competition. We delve into tapering, carb loading, and fueling strategies. We also talk about the rest of the competitive field at CIM. The co...

#12 Mica Rivera Wood - Building Instagram and Youtube to 100k, Marathon Debut, Training with Ed Eyestone's group 23.11.2025 46:27

If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and share it with a friend! Mica Rivera Wood discusses balancing being a creator and an elite runner, her decision to transition from track to marathon running. She reflects on her initial fears and the excitement she feels about taking on this new challenge. Mica shares her thoughts on her potential in both track and marathon running, emphasizi...

#11 Brady Holmer - Vo2 Max, How to Increase Volume Safely, Heat Training for Performance, Sub 2:20 at CIM. 17.11.2025 52:10

Please give us a follow at the links below and share with a friend. Today we chat with Brady Holmer. This was a very science heavy episode. We cover Vo2 Max training in marathons, how to increase volume, marathon fueling, heat training for performance, Brady's personal goals for the upcoming CIM race and more. Follow Brady: Substack Twitter ⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠...

#10 Ran to Japan - Why is Japan so deep in the marathon? Running Youtube, 2:38 to 2:13 Marathon, Olympic Dreams, Building a Community 09.11.2025 54:06

Please give us a follow, share this episode with a friend, and check out our socials! Join the nearly 100k subs Jake has on YouTube here: ⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Strava⁠ ⁠Rory’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Rory’s Youtube⁠ Jacob’s Website Today are joined by Jake Bearclough, better know as Ran to Japan. We explore the cultural differences in running train...

#9 - Biya Simbassa, 2:06 Marathoner, Top American Seed at New York City Marathon 01.11.2025 37:59

Please do us a massive favor and like, rate, and share the podcast if you enjoy it! Biya is a former teammate and training partner of both Jacob and Rory. We got to chat with Biya about his new coaching set up with Ian Carter and the workouts that lead to his 2:06 Marathon in Valencia last year. We touch on his fueling and race strategies. We chat about the competition in New York City Marathon an...

#8 - Reed Fischer - Tinman Elite's new focus, New York City Marathon, World Championships 26.10.2025 52:14

Give us a follow and join us on social media if you enjoyed today's episode. ⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Strava⁠ ⁠Rory’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Rory’s Youtube⁠ Jacob’s Website Today on the Out and Back podcast, we sat down with professional marathon runner Reed Fischer. We talked about Reed bouncing off the World Championships to race the New York C...

#7 - Chicago Marathon War Stories, Rory runs 2:06, Way to early 2028 Olympic Trials discussion 15.10.2025 48:33

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#6 - Chicago Marathon Preview, The Record Chase is ON, Your guide to race day! 09.10.2025 49:09

Be sure to give us a rating and leave a comment! ⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Strava⁠ ⁠Rory’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Rory’s Youtube⁠ Jacob’s Website We discuss the upcoming Chicago Marathon, focusing on Rory's training, Canadian record attempts, and the competitive landscape of elite marathon running. They delve into the importance of consistency in...

#5 Mike Arishita - CEO & Founder of Blanks Nutrition, How to fuel for a marathon 01.10.2025 45:36

Blanks Sports Nutrition In this episode of the Out and Back podcast, Rory and Jacob welcome Michael Arashida, CEO and founder of Blanks Sports Nutrition. They delve into the complexities of sports nutrition, emphasizing the importance of individualized fueling strategies for athletes at all levels. Mike shares insights on the art and science of nutrition, the challenges of running a sports nutriti...

#4 Julia Paternain - World Championship Medalist, Phone calls from Paula Radcliffe and the Uruguayan President 26.09.2025 47:15

In this episode of the Out and Back podcast, hosts Jacob Thomson and Rory Linkletter welcome Julia Paternain, a bronze medalist at the Tokyo World Championships in the marathon. Julia shares her unique journey from a competitive swimming background to becoming a marathon runner, detailing her experiences in college athletics, her training in Flagstaff, and her preparation for the Tokyo marathon. S...

#3 - Cow Harbor 10k Preview, Flagstaff Medal in the Marathon, World Championships talk, Hocker DQ, Jakob 5k Revenge 19.09.2025 49:08

In this episode of the Out and Back podcast, hosts Jacob Thomson and Rory Linkletter discuss the excitement of the fall marathon season, including the upcoming Cow Harbor 10K and the importance of training strategies like fatigue resistance. They recap the recent world championships, highlighting thrilling finishes in both the men's and women's marathons, and celebrate Julia Paternain'...

#2 Jon Green - Coaching an Olympic Medalist, Indicator Workouts, Verde Track Club Future 19.09.2025 47:05

In this episode of Out and Back, hosts Jacob Thomson and Rory Linkletter welcome their first guest, John Green, head coach of the Verde Track Club. The conversation explores John's journey from a successful high school and collegiate runner to a professional coach, discussing his coaching philosophy, the impact of COVID-19 on training, and the importance of athlete engagement. They delve into...

#1 - Pilot Episode, Why a Podcast, Marathon is for Everyone 19.09.2025 40:46

Episode 1: In the inaugural episode of the Out and Back podcast, hosts Rory Linkletter and Jacob Thomson discuss their backgrounds in running, current training regimens, and upcoming marathon goals. They delve into the importance of consistency in training, the challenges of medium long runs, and the debate between taking days off versus running every day. The conversation also covers strategies f...