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01:13:19

Learning From Injury Setbacks to Run Smarter & Faster

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2025/06/25

Pretty much every runner deals with injury setbacks. The silver lining is that the recovery process can teach many important lessons. Coach Andie Cozzarelli joins us on the show to chat about her own injury setbacks and what you can learn from the recovery process. This is a special episode because after 13 amazing years, this will be the last episode of Run to the Top. If you’re a longtime listener, thank you for your support and we look forward to bringing you more great training content through

32:51

Interview with Wayne Larden - TCS Sydney Marathon...

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2025/05/28

The TCS Sydney Marathon is the newest Abbot World Marathon Major and we’re joined by race director Wayne Larden to learn more about it. We’ll answer questions like: How did the Sydney Marathon become a World Marathon Major? How to register for and get into the Sydney Marathon? What is the course like and can you run a fast time there? Why does the race start earlier in the morning than most majors? (6:30 am) How is the race going to support more runners? What happens to the 6-star medal after

01:19:55

Running News: Marathon Results Roundup, Grand Slam...

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2025/05/14

We’re covering the top news stories in running on today’s show, including a roundup of headlines including: Top American performances at the Boston Marathon Women’s course records at both the London Marathon and Boston Marathon Alex Yee runs the fastest marathon by a pro triathlete Tokyo Marathon running out of water cups What happened at the first Grand Slam Track Meets Faith Kipyegon to attempt breaking the 4-minute barrier in the mile And more… We love the Spring racing season and if you missed

01:07:01

Gear Up for Spring: Picking New Running Gear for the...

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2025/05/07

Springtime is here and the new season is a perfect time to update your running wardrobe. We’re joined by Lynn Bourque, owner of the Runners Shop specialty store in Toronto, Canada with advice on finding gear that will keep you excited to run including: What to do with your worn out or winter gear When it might be time to replace your old running shoes What are the latest running trends in shoes and apparel What materials to look for in running gear for warmer weather What style trends are popular

01:06:26

Behind the Scenes at the Boston Marathon with Lauren...

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2025/04/02

Today, we’re getting a behind the scenes look into the most iconic event on the marathon racing calendar: the Boston Marathon. Lauren Proshan is the Chief of Race Operations & Production for the Boston Athletics Association (BAA) and joins us on the show to help answer questions including: How many staff and volunteers it takes to put on a race for 30,000+ runners Why the race starts later in the morning than most marathons How to get to the startline on race day How to avoid lines at the expo

01:02:42

How to Master Running with Matt Fitzgerald

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2025/03/26

Matt Fitzgerald is the author of well-known books like 80/20 endurance and in his most recent book titled “Chasing Mastery”, he provides 25 lessons to reach your full athletic potential. During the episode, we discussed topics including: What it means to achieve mastery of your sport What are the habits of elite athletes that succeed in reaching their full potential Why keeping your training fun and hard is key to staying motivated How to top athletes succeed using very different training

01:05:06

Mastering the Art of Carb Loading with Registered...

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2025/03/19

You’re not going to gain much fitness in the last few days before a race but nailing your carb load can give a huge boost in performance. We’re bringing together registered dietician Travis Wilson and running coach Andie Cozzarelli to help you master the art of the carb load with topics including: How long before race day you need to start increasing your carb intake How to know how many carbs your body needs Whether to focus on whole grains or fast-absorbing simple carbs like pasta and white

55:10

Unfinished Business: How to Embrace the DNF

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2025/03/12

Lots of runners fear the DNF (Did Not Finish) but you don’t have to. On today’s show, Cory and Hayley discuss why you should embrace the DNF. In this episode we talk about: When to consider a DNF Why pro runners DNF so often in races How to get back to the finish or back home if you DNF Adjusting your running goals after a DNF Overcoming mental challenges like anxiety and disappointment when a run doesn’t go as planned Why embracing the DNF can help you to perform better in races After months of

01:01:59

Running Data Decoded: How to Use Common Performance...

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2025/03/05

It can be overwhelming trying to make sense of all the data on your running watch but understanding how to use this data in your training can be a game-changer. In today’s show, we’ll focus on how you can use this data to your advantage and answer questions like: What are the most valuable running metrics to pay attention to? What are these metrics calculated and what do they actually mean? How accurate is the data from your running watch or other running accessories? What is a data-driven

43:12

Mileage in the Bank: Can you Really Run More Now to...

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2025/02/26

What if you could take a long break from running and not lose any fitness? The theory is simple; train harder now so that you have mileage “banked” for later when you might be training less. We’ll look more closely at whether this could be an effective strategy with topics including: Why mileage matters for building aerobic fitness How long it takes to lose fitness during a break from training What is supercompensation and whether it helps you to hold onto fitness longer Whether it matters how

53:26

Race Your Way to Fitness: How to Effectively Build...

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2025/02/12

There’s no better preparation for race day than another race but the key is understanding how to schedule your races so that it enhances your training rather than getting in the way. We’ll cover racing topics today that include: What separates a goal race from a tuneup race or other races in training How racing more can make you better prepared for your goal race How to pick the right race that fits in your training Whether you need to taper when racing in the middle of a training block How far

01:02:03

How to Deal with Getting Sick as a Runner

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2025/01/08

If you get sick, your body probably needs rest but how do you know how much rest to take and when to get back to normal training? This cold and flu season is the perfect time to prepare yourself since getting sick can be unavoidable. In this episode of the show we’ll answer questions like: How to know if you’re too sick to run How to adjust your training while you’re sick and after recovering Whether running can impact the chances of you getting sick What to do if your symptoms linger after

01:08:46

Nutrition Tips to hit your fitness goals in 2025

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2025/01/01

The New Year is the perfect time to set nutrition goals. Eating well will give you more energy for workouts and help with recovery. The nutrition team at Metpro is once again joining Run to the Top with topics like: Why nutrition goal-setting is important for athletes How to set an effective New Year’s goal or resolution Why you might actually need to eat more if you have a goal to lose weight Why snacking is such a powerful tool for runners How to tailor your nutrition to your personal metabolism

46:32

How Soon is too Soon to Start Running Again After a...

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2024/11/13

This is the time of year when most marathon runners are finishing their goal races for the fall season. Once the excitement of this incredible accomplishment fades though, you might be left wondering when you should start running again. There’s no simple answer here but ensuring that you give yourself enough time to recover both mentally and physically will help with preventing burnout or injury in the next training cycle. The amount of recovery you need will depend on a lot of factors that will

01:02:56

Gut Instinct: How to Prevent GI Issues from Getting...

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2024/11/06

It’s a runner’s worst nightmare being out on a run and suddenly GI issues strike. If you’ve been running long enough, there’s a good chance that at some point you’ve eaten the wrong thing or just gotten unlucky and suffered this uncomfortable situation. So today, we’re going to help you solve this problem! You’ll learn… Why running can cause digestive problems How to fuel before your runs to minimize the chance of discomfort Why it’s important for distance runners to “train your gut” for fuelling

01:10:17

Road vs. Trails: Debating which Sport has the Better...

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2024/08/28

Running has the power to create a strong sense of community, but when it comes to road running and trail running they have very little in common aside from putting one foot in front of the other. These sports require different skills and come with their own set of challenges. This is part of what makes them so much fun. While we love both of these sports, we thought it would be fun to debate who are the better athletes: road runners or trail runners? You typically need more all-out speed to excel on

01:00:55

Overrated OR Underrated: Summer Training Edition

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2024/07/17

Summer is in full force and we’re back with another overrated or underrated format to tackle all your summertime training questions. This time of year can be challenging to train through. The extra heat and humidity can force you to work harder to maintain the same paces and increase the need to properly fuel with fluids and electrolytes. There’s also lots of other risks that come with training in warmer weather like dehydration and sunburns. There’s a lot of information out there on how to cope

01:06:55

Key Principles for Pain-free Running

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2024/07/03

If you struggle with staying healthy or you’re looking for new ways to improve your running, then this episode is for you! Dr Matt Silver is passionate about helping runners unlock their potential and joined me to chat about his key principles for helping athletes run pain-free and perform at their best. Matt has many years of experience dealing with running injuries both as a runner and a physiotherapist. His latest book titled “Built to run” is self-described as being like a car manual for staying

01:02:35

May RC Spotlight - How an “Average Runner” Can do...

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2024/05/29

Hein Mynhardt might consider himself an average runner, but his love for running is anything but ordinary. He joined us as this month’s feature athlete to share how running is about more than race results and how he’s maximizing fun with his running while still getting better in the sport. Hein loves traveling and after finishing the Boston Marathon this year, he has races planned across the globe. He’s a fellow Canadian so I loved getting his thoughts on what he loves about training there and why

01:02:03

Overcoming Marathon Bonking: A Peek Inside a Coaching...

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2024/05/03

Stephen is a masters runner just like you, but like a lot of runners, has really struggled with bonking during the marathon, despite putting in what seems to be great training. Sound familiar? When it comes to marathon training and hitting the wall it’s difficult to piece together exactly what the issue is. Am I under or over training? Is my nutrition, salt or electrolyte intake the cause? How do I start to figure out where I’m going wrong? Well, you’re not alone. In today’s podcast, we’re going

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