In this episode we round up the biggest news from the running world in 2023 including records, notable achievements, inspiring moments, and interesting stories! Also, we wrote an MTA Holiday Letter you can read here. [box] Sponsor Links AG1 -If you want to take ownership of your health, start with AG1. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. UCAN Energy -UCAN is offering the MTA community an exclusive chance to try Edge gels for
Here’s the official holiday letter (the first of its kind) that gives a snapshot of what went on here at Marathon Training Academy in 2023. We had the chance to visit some beautiful places and meet with many clients, customers, and fans of the MTA Podcast. It was a fun year, take a look. MTA […]
Here’s the official holiday letter (the first of its kind) that gives a snapshot of what went on here at Marathon Training Academy in 2023. We had the chance to visit some beautiful places and meet with many clients, customers, and fans of the MTA Podcast. It was a fun year, take a look. MTA Holiday Letter In the first part of 2023 we had the chance to run the Revel Mt. Charleston Half Marathon in Las Vegas, a fun downhill race with mountain views. I paced my brother-in-law Tim through
Running is the gift that keeps on giving! Here's your chance to gift someone a membership to Marathon Training Academy. We also have a coaching option. We will create a customized gift certificate, like this one below, that you can print out or email to that special person. See Options Below [box] Academy Membership Gift Certificate 3 Month Membership $75 ADD TO CART Get access to the Academy training plans, courses, videos, and community. Prepare for your next marathon with MTA! 4
Running is the gift that keeps on giving! Here’s your chance to gift someone a membership to Marathon Training Academy. We also have a coaching option. We will create a customized gift certificate, like this one below, that you can print out or email to that special person. See Options Below Running is the Gift […]
Chris Farrands used our marathon training plan and had three strategy sessions with Coach Nicole. He writes, “Thank you again for your guidance the last few months. The initial training plan and then getting me linked up with Coach Nicole absolutely made the 2:57 possible. Last year, in 2022, I ran a 3:50 on the […]
Chris Farrands used our marathon training plan and had three strategy sessions with Coach Nicole. He writes, "Thank you again for your guidance the last few months. The initial training plan and then getting me linked up with Coach Nicole absolutely made the 2:57 possible. Last year, in 2022, I ran a 3:50 on the same course. The training plan held me accountable to not over training. It helped me to keep easy days, easy and hard days hard. The progression and build up worked really well for
We appreciate our client Jessie Hogue-Morgenstern for writing this blogpost about what it was like to work with an MTA Coach to both BQ and run a blazing fast 3:15 marathon! She writes, "I started working with Coach Joel right at the start of the pandemic with the goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon (a tale as old as time). In previous attempts I would get close but then end up injured, so I wanted to try out a coach to help me figure out a solution. On a whim I reached out to MTA's
We appreciate our client Jessie Hogue-Morgenstern for writing this blogpost about what it was like to work with an MTA Coach to both BQ and run a blazing fast 3:15 marathon! She writes, “I started working with Coach Joel right at the start of the pandemic with the goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon […]
Shoutout to our client Christina who ran a new PR of 5:17:39 at the NYC Marathon! She writes, “I am still a bit in shock about my performance at the NYC Marathon last weekend. It was a good reminder to me that we are stronger and more capable than we believe as long as we […]
Here’s a testimonial from our client Mark Arceneaux who used MTA Coaching to prepare for the NYC Marathon. He writes, “Wanted to send a big thank you to MTA and coach Abby for my recent experience with MTA Coaching. After getting covid in 2021 my next two marathons were a disaster. I thought my marathon […]
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From Couch to 26.2: Using Social Media to Track and...
Published on November 25, 2024 According to statistics, 1.1 million people in the world finish a marathon each year. Training for a marathon can truly change your life. It’s a real test of strength, both physically and emotionally. To finish one, you need dedication, routine, and a solid plan. But there’s another shift in how […]
Published on Nov 21, 2024 Winter is just around the corner, and with chilling weather and low temperatures, many people may be tempted to blow off their workout plans. Research shows that many people stop working out in the winter. However, while the weather may be a bit harsh, outdoor exercise can be beneficial in […]
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Running the Marathon of Life: A Journey of Grit and...
Our client Maripat Rhood ran her first marathon at the age of 60! She’s pictured here with her daughter at the Marine Corps Marathon. This is her story: From Maripat Rhood “For many, the idea of running a marathon can seem like an unattainable dream, especially if you’ve never considered yourself athletic. However, life has […]
Congrats to our client James who built up to running five races in just 10 months! He writes, “This has been a tremendous year in achieving my goals. I ran my first half marathon, first full marathon, and my first 50K . . . as well as a 2nd marathon and a 10 mile race […]
Congrats to our client Sandy Landers on finishing her first marathon! She ran the 2023 Marine Corps Marathon. She writes, “When I first started listening to MTA I had no intention of ever running a marathon. Running half marathons was good enough. But after listening to the podcast for a few years, the seed was […]
Massive congrats to our client Haley from Ireland on finishing 3:13:51 at the Dublin Marathon!! She writes, “After finishing the Paris marathon (my second marathon) earlier this year in 3:20:04 I felt I’d gone as far as I could on my own so decided to get in touch with the marathon training academy. Coach Nicole […]
Wow! What a day at the Marine Corps Marathon and 50k. We’d like to congratulate our coaching clients on going the distance on a hot day in D.C.. Maripat finished her first marathon at the age of 60. She writes, “When I had my first consultation with MTA and Coach Nicole asked my goal- I […]
Here’s a note from our client Emily who ran sub 3:30 at Chicago! Before working with Coach Abby I was a total rookie who loosely followed MTA training plans. I had completed 6 marathons with a PB of 3:49 in September of 2019. Working with Abby has been a complete game changer. I went from […]
This is from our client David H. who’s been working with MTA Coach Antonio for the last year. He ran 3:29:11 at Berlin after a busy season of running ultras. He writes, “MTA Coach Antonio has done an incredible job dealing with my crazy racing schedule and getting me to incorporate more rest, recovery and […]