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Marathon Handbook Podcast

Marathon Handbook

Marathon Handbook"s weekly podcast covers everything you need to know about running, from running your first 5K to qualifying for the Boston Marathon! Each week, our editors chat about what"s going on in the running scene, as well as timely training tips, the best new gear, and what"s happening at the world"s biggest races. We"ll cover everything from the Boston Marathon to the Barkley Marathons, often podding live from the most important moments in running! Watch our video podcast each week on

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01:09:56

Des Linden on Marathon des Sables, Boston, Ultras &...

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2026/03/26

In this episode, we’re joined by Des Linden — Boston Marathon champion, Olympian, and one of the most respected voices in distance running.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Saysky makes incredible running gear that our team love. Use code MARATHON15 for 15% off your purchase at https://saysky.comThis episode is presented by Momentous. Use promo code MARATHON for up to 35% off your first order: https://⁠livemomentous.comAt this stage of her career, Des is stepping away from elite road racing and embracing

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00:21:14

Sifan Hassan OUT of London + NCAA Doping Scandal,...

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2026/03/23

This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth dive into one of the wildest weeks in running news.We cover a major shake-up ahead of the London Marathon as Sifan Hassan withdraws due to injury — and what it means for the elite field.Then, a controversial NCAA doping case explodes into the spotlight after athletes stage a dramatic podium walk-off in protest.Plus:• A bizarre Strava upload that exposed the location of a French aircraft carrier• Clayton Young’s surprise move from ASICS

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01:03:50

The Best Super Shoes for Everyday Runners, Marathon...

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2026/03/19

Got running questions? We’ve got answers.In this second March Mailbag Madness episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci tackle listener questions on super shoes, marathon fueling mistakes, hydration myths, and how to break through mental barriers like chasing a sub-3 marathon.We cover:• The BEST super shoes for your next marathon (and how to choose)• Why you might be bonking at 30K (hint: it’s not always hydration)• Carbon-plated shoes for heavier runners•

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00:23:41

Possible Women’s Marathon World Record + Kipchoge’s...

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2026/03/16

This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth break down one of the most chaotic weeks in running news this year.A little-known Ethiopian runner stunned the world at the Barcelona Marathon, running 2:10:53 in her marathon debut — the fastest debut ever and the second-fastest women’s marathon in history. But with the current world record clouded by doping controversy, what does this performance really mean?We also discuss Eliud Kipchoge’s 2026 race calendar, which includes marathons

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01:17:15

Mailbag Madness: Boston Qualifying Plans, Tune-Up...

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2026/03/12

In this Mailbag Madness episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci answer listener questions about training, racing, injuries, and running gear.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Saysky makes incredible running gear that our team love. Use code MARATHON15 for 15% off your purchase at https://saysky.comThis episode is presented by Momentous. Use promo code MARATHON for up to 35% off your first order: https://⁠livemomentous.comTopics include building a long-term plan to

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00:27:45

Kiplimo’s 57:20 Half Marathon, Kipchoge’s Next Race,...

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2026/03/09

This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth break down the five biggest stories shaping the running world.First up: Jacob Kiplimo runs 57:20 at the Lisbon Half Marathon, potentially reclaiming the half marathon world record pending ratification after last year’s controversy over pacing vehicles. Next, Eliud Kipchoge announces he’ll run the Cape Town Marathon, marking the first time the marathon legend will race on African soil in a marathon — and possibly positioning him to

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01:15:21

Conner Mantz: The American Marathon Record, Injury...

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2026/03/05

Connor Mantz is the American marathon record holder, but his journey to the top hasn’t been straightforward.After a breakout 2025 season that included a record-breaking 2:04:43 at the Chicago Marathon, Mantz looked poised for even bigger things. But a sacrum stress fracture forced him off running for nearly three months.In this episode, Alex Cyr sits down with Mantz to talk about his recovery, his build toward the 2026 Boston Marathon, and what it takes to compete with the best marathoners in the

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00:24:20

US Half Marathon Controversy, Ironman’s Camera...

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2026/03/02

This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth unpack one of the most dramatic weeks in running so far this year.We start in Tokyo, where the first World Marathon Major of 2026 delivered a blistering three-man sprint finish and a stunning women’s course record performance.Then we dive into the chaos at the US Half Marathon Championships in Atlanta, where a lead vehicle reportedly took a wrong turn — costing Jess McClain a national title and a potential automatic World Championships

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00:50:54

2026 Tokyo Marathon Instant Reactions

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2026/03/01

Recorded moments after the elite races finished, we break down everything from the 2026 Tokyo Marathon. Brigid Kosgei stormed back into world-class form with a stunning 2:14:29 course record (14:25), while Tadesse Takele defended his title in a 2:03:37 thriller that came down to the final meters (23:51). We unpack the women’s race coverage issues and what we missed early (06:16), the bold front-running move that shaped the men’s race (17:58), the Japanese national record battle (26:40), standout

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01:21:16

Tokyo Marathon 2026 Preview: Elite Picks, Course...

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2026/02/26

In this episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci break down everything you need to know about the first World Marathon Major of 2026: the Tokyo Marathon.We deliver a complete race preview — from course strategy and congestion to race-day weather, elite storylines, and bold predictions. If you’re racing Tokyo, chasing a marathon PR, or just love major marathon season, this is your full guide.We cover race basics and how to watch live (04:37), including

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00:20:45

Boston’s 2026 Medal Revealed, Two World Records & A...

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2026/02/24

This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth break down five of the biggest headlines in distance running.The NYC Half Marathon elite fields are officially set, and the matchups are electric. Grant Fisher makes his highly anticipated half marathon debut, while Sharon Lokedi and Hellen Obiri renew one of the sport’s fiercest rivalries.On the track, Keely Hodgkinson takes down a long-standing 800m indoor world record in dominant fashion.In ultrarunning, Ashley Paulson runs 12:19:34

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01:27:35

Spring 2026 Running Shoe Preview: Super Shoes, New...

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2026/02/19

What’s next in running shoes — and are we entering a new era?In this episode, Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci break down the biggest Spring 2026 shoe releases and the state of the super shoe arms race.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Saysky makes incredible running gear that our team love. Use code MARATHON15 for 15% off your purchase at https://saysky.comLagoon pillows help us sleep better, so we run better. Want to try? You can save 15% with code MARATHON. Go to

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00:25:41

Cole Hocker’s Record Mile, Faith Kipyegon’s Road...

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2026/02/16

This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth break down the biggest stories in the running world.Cole Hocker runs 3:45.94 to set a new American indoor mile record — the second-fastest indoor mile ever. What does it mean for the global mile scene?Faith Kipyegon surprises everyone by racing her first-ever road 10K in Monaco. After dominating the 1,500m for years, is this the beginning of a move toward the marathon?Check out our Barkley Marathon

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00:39:12

Barkley Marathons 2026: Why No One Finished (Again)

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2026/02/16

The 2026 Barkley Marathons delivered one of the most brutal editions in race history — and for the second year in a row, no one finished.In this episode of The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth unpack everything that happened at this year’s Barkley Marathons in Tennessee’s Frozen Head State Park.They discuss:Why the February start made this year historicHow cold rain, fog, and creek crossings shaped the raceThe shockingly low Loop 1 completion rateThe lone “fun run” finisherThe top

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01:59:13

Dream Race Draft 2026: London, NYC, UTMB & The...

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2026/02/12

If you could run any race in the world next year… what would you choose?SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Saysky makes incredible running gear that our team love. Use code MARATHON15 for 15% off your purchase at https://saysky.comThis episode is presented by Momentous. Use promo code MARATHON for up to 35% off your first order: https://⁠livemomentous.comIn this episode, we host our second annual Marathon Handbook Fantasy Race Draft, building the ultimate 2026 race calendar.Each of us must draft:A Spring &

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00:21:17

World Record Chaos, Kipchoge at the Olympics & the...

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2026/02/10

This week on The Running Story, Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth unpack one of the strangest controversies in recent running history.A men’s half marathon world record — the fastest ever run — has officially been disqualified nearly a year later. We break down why World Athletics made the call, how much advantage pacing vehicles really provide, and what it means for the sport moving forward.Plus:Eliud Kipchoge shows up at the Winter Olympics in a surprising Nike activationBrooks posts massive global

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01:55:44

Running on a Budget: Can You Train & Race for a Year...

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2026/02/05

Running is often called a “cheap” sport — but anyone training seriously knows that’s not the full story.In this episode, the Marathon Handbook team takes on a challenge inspired by listener feedback: build a full year of training, racing, shoes, gear, and nutrition for under $2,000.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Lagoon pillows help us sleep better, so we run better. Want to try? You can save 15% with code MARATHON. Go to https://LagoonSleep.com/marathonhandbook and take the 2-minute sleep quiz to find your

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00:27:49

King Charles at Parkrun, Olympians Get Paid, VO₂ Max...

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2026/02/02

Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth return with five of the most intriguing running stories of the week:King Charles III makes a surprise appearance at a parkrun in Norfolk (0:56).A billionaire pledges $100M to support U.S. Olympic athletes — with delayed payouts and major conditions (6:16).Sha’Carri Richardson faces legal trouble after being clocked at 100 mph (12:00).Triathlon star Kristian Blummenfelt records the highest VO₂ max ever measured (15:34).16-year-old Sam Ruthe shocks the sport with a

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01:09:59

Sam Parsons: Olympian, Early Running YouTuber, and...

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2026/02/01

Olympian and professional runner Sam Parsons joins Alex Cyr on the Marathon Handbook Podcast for a deep, honest conversation about elite running, creativity, and life beyond racing. Sam reflects on his early days with Tin Man Elite and becoming one of the first elite runners to document his career on YouTube (00:00), balancing wedding planning with professional sport (04:30), and his recent Achilles injury and recovery (06:00). He discusses the realities of moving from track to road racing (14:40),

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01:35:26

The Ultimate Half Marathon Guide: Training, Pacing,...

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2026/01/29

The half marathon might be the most popular race distance in the world — but is it actually the perfect running event?In this episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael Doyle is joined by coaches and athletes Katelyn Tocci and Alex Cyr for a complete deep dive into the half marathon.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: This episode is presented by Momentous. Use promo code MARATHON for up to 35% off your first order: ⁠livemomentous.comRocket Money saves you money by cancelling unwanted subscriptions,

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