Kinda Qualified for the Boston Marathon

Whether you’re a beginner runner training for your very first 5K or a seasoned runner who’s been around the block, this podcast is for you. We share tips, encouragement, and plenty of laughs along the way.

This week, Travis is officially Boston Marathon qualified — and we’re getting the full race recap: from the highs and the pain cave moments to almost plowing over people at the finish line. Claire shares what her half marathon training cycle has taught her, including three lessons that completely changed how she trains and thinks about running.

Plus, we’re talking about what those colored race flags really mean (the Event Alert System), a marathon canceled just 90 minutes before the start, and an 80-year-old Ironman finisher who’s redefining what’s possible.

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Need a race day plan—but not sure where to start? This episode breaks down everything that goes into the perfect race plan so you can show up confident, fueled, and ready to run your best race yet.

Whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PR, Travis walks through his full Columbus Marathon plan—covering nutrition, pacing, mindset, and gear—and shows you how to build your own.

Plus: a recap of Connor Mantz’s new American record, the Paris Marathon’s no-cup controversy, and a listener’s inspiring duathlon story.

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Episode 16: Kinda Fast...But Why You’re Not Getting Faster (Pt.2)

Whether you’re a beginner runner training for your very first 5K or a fun seasoned runner who’s been around the block, this podcast is for you. We share tips, encouragement, and plenty of laughs along the way. In this episode, Claire and Travis unpack the final three reasons you’re not getting faster—straight from Coach Dean.

From ignoring weaknesses to winging it on race day, they break down what’s holding you back and how to fix it. Plus, the Viral Video of the Week features a gloriously muddy high school cross-country race that proves runners really are built different.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why pain is information—and how to fix weak spots before they become injuries.
• The difference between getting in shape and actually getting faster.
• How to build a race-day plan that works for you.

Try This This Week:

• Add 4×30-second pickups at the end of one easy run.
• Do a 10–12-minute strength routine twice this week.
• Write your race plan the night before—pace, fueling, and logistics.

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