Marathon Training Academy

[https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_5938-1024x768.jpeg] In this episode we speak with Alex Hutchinson, author of the book ‘The Explorer’s Gene -Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map’. Alex Hutchinson is the author of the New York Times bestseller ‘Endure’ and is a science journalist and Outside magazine’s longtime Sweat Science columnist. He has a PhD in Physics from Cambridge University and a MS in Journalism from Columbia. He was a long-distance runner for the Canadian national team and lives in Toronto. His new book, The Explorer’s Gene, refutes the myth that the age of exploration is dead. The itch to discover new things persists in all of us, expressed not just on the slopes of Everest but in the ways we work, play, live, and run. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Run Coaching. Work with a MTA running Coach [https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/coaching]. AG1 Next Gen [http://drinkAG1.com/mta] -get a FREE bottle of AG D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, AND 5 of the upgraded AG1 travel packs with your first order. MetPro Nutrition Coaching [https://www.metpro.co/mta] -speak with a Metabolic Expert about your goals and get actionable steps toward fueling for performance, losing weight, adding muscle, or changing your body composition. Get $500 off their concierge coaching. IQMIX -is a zero-sugar drink mix from IQBAR that hydrates, boosts your mood and promotes mental clarity. Get 20% off plus FREE shipping. Just text “MTA” to 64000. The Greenbrier River Trail Marathon and Half Marathon [https://www.grtmarathon.com] in beautiful Pocahontas County, West Virginia. With this being one of the few WV marathons, it’s great for those 50-staters out there.  The Explorer’s Gene [https://amzn.to/4m6ldXf] -book by Alex Hutchinson Alex Hutchinson’s website [https://www.alexhutchinson.net]

[https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/490773514_18495334852062639_7965945952220641629_n-e1746118864164-979x1024.jpg] In this episode we bring you a conversation with Robin Walters -who just completed the Boston Marathon. This is a story about overcoming an acute injury, training through winter conditions, and what it’s like to accomplish a goal many years in the making! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Run Coaching. Work with a MTA running Coach [https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/coaching]. Run the London Marathon in 2026! Preregister now for a travel package [https://sportstoursinternational.com/event/tcs-london-marathon/?utm_source=MTA&utm_medium=partnership&utm_campaign=MTA] with Sports Tours International. UCAN [http://www.ucan.co/mta] -we have been fueling with UCAN since 2013. As a listener to the podcast you can try UCAN Edge gels for FREE! all you pay is the cost of shipping. You can also get 20% off anything in their store with the code MTA. AG1 Next Gen [http://drinkAG1.com/mta] -get a FREE bottle of AG D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, AND 5 of the upgraded AG1 travel packs with your first order.

[https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Think-Big-and-Take-Action-9.png] In this episode we play an interview we did on the ‘I’ll Have Another Podcast’ with Lyndsey Hein. Lyndsey invited us to participate in her Behind the Mic series -where she interviews fellow podcasters in the running space. Hear us discuss podcasting, parenting, travel, books, our favorite marathons, and more! Lindsey Hein [https://lindseyhein.com] lives in North Carolina with her husband of 15 years, Glenn and their four boys. She’s the founder of the podcast network SandyBoy Productions and host of I’ll Have Another and Why is Everyone Yelling? with Lindsey Hein. Lindsey has run 17 marathons and one half ironman. She loves podcasting, hosting live interviews and coaching runners! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Work with a Running Coach [https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/talk-to-a-running-coach-about-your-goals] in 2025 or join the Academy [https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/join-academy] and use a MTA training plan. Joint Health Plus! [https://www.previnex.com] -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order. MetPro Nutrition Coaching [https://www.metpro.co/mta] -speak with a Metabolic Expert about your goals and get actionable steps toward fueling for performance, losing weight, adding muscle, or changing your body composition. Get $500 off their concierge coaching. IQBAR -brain and body-boosting bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffees. Their Ultimate Sampler Pack includes all three! Get 20% off plus FREE shipping. Just text “MTA” to 64000.

[https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_5825-1024x768.jpeg] In this episode we speak with Brad Culp -author of the book The Norwegian Method. Plus, Coach Angie discusses the value of Zone 2 Training. Brad Culp is a sports journalist who has contributed to many triathlon publications. Culp has finished more than 100 races (including 15 marathons). He currently resides in Illinois with his wife and two children. His new book is titled The Norwegian Method [https://amzn.to/4ij62qF]-The Culture, Science & Humans Behind the Groundbreaking Approach to Elite Endurance Performance. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Lagoon Sleep [https://lagoonsleep.com/pages/marathon-training-academy-lagoon] -take their awesome 2 minute sleep quiz to find your match.  Use the code “MTA” for 15% off your first purchase. AG1 [https://DrinkAG1.com/MTA] -It’s the perfect time to start a new healthy habit and AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. IQBAR -brain and body-boosting bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffees. Their Ultimate Sampler Pack includes all three! Get 20% off plus FREE shipping. Just text “MTA” to 64000. Work with a Running Coach [https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/talk-to-a-running-coach-about-your-goals] in 2025 or join the Academy [https://access.www.marathontrainingacademy.com/access-page37081394] and use a MTA training plan.

[https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/34-e1743879461293-1024x707.jpg] In this episode we celebrate the 15 Year Anniversary of the Podcast! Listeners call in to tell us what running marathons and half marathons has taught them about life. Runners from all over the world shared their inspiring stories, mantras, and advice. Thanks to everyone who sent in a voicemail, and THANK YOU ALL for supporting the podcast for the last 15 years! SPONSOR LINKS Drury Hotels [https://www.druryhotels.com/mta] -our longest running sponsor! They have over 150 locations in 25 states; free food and drinks (the 530 kickback), clean rooms, great locations, indoor/outdoor pools, popcorn, reasonable rates. Get 10% off your stay with our link! UCAN [http://www.ucan.co/mta] -we have been fueling with UCAN since 2013. As a listener to the podcast you can try UCAN Edge gels for FREE! all you pay is the cost of shipping. You can also get 20% off anything in their store with the code MTA. Speak with a Running Coach [https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/talk-to-a-running-coach-about-your-goals] about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy [https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/join-academy] and use a MTA training plan.