In the running world, Nick Thompson is known for accomplishments like his 2:29:13 in the 2019 Chicago Marathon at age 44, and his outright win in last April's Lake Waramaug 50-mile in Connecticut at age 49.
In the business world, he is more known as the past editor-in-chief of Wired magazine, and the current CEO of The Atlantic, founded in 1857. He is almost certainly the fastest marathon runner among CEOs of a significant company.
In late October, Penguin Random House published Thompson's running memoir, titled The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports. It traces the evolution of his own running, his relationship with his complex, multi-faceted dad, and other interesting runners he has met on the road, including Bobbi Gibb.
In this podcast with George and Amby, Thompson discusses his busy life, his growing interest in ultras, his thoughts on health and aging, and his views of high-tech running devices-- both those he likes and those he doesn't like.
For more about Thompson, visit his website. To read a free selection of his running essays, visit this page. Topics range from how to run fast past age 40 to why the Boston Marathon is a deceptively difficult course.
Here, also, are some recent video interviews with Thompson. Seven minutes on CBS Sunday Morning, and 2 hours with Rich Roll.
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This week we chat with Ali Feller, podcaster extraordinaire as host of the "Ali On The Run" podcast show.
Ali doesn't just talk with elite marathon and track stars. She also, somehow, hunts down running guests like Chelsea Clinton and Ellie Kemper of "The Office" TV show.
Did Harry Styles just run the Berlin Marathon in under 3 hours? Yes, and Ali has already published a pod with the Canadian woman who paced him for the first 10 miles. (And she hints that she could actually get through to Styles himself soon.)
What's your favorite food? Your favorite movie? The most fun you've had in the last week? These and other spontaneous questions make up a big part of each Ali-Feller interview.
No one's exactly sure of where the conversation is headed, which is a damn good reason to keep listening.
But life is not ha-ha all the time, particularly not Feller's. Her own battles with Crohn's Disease and breast cancer have presented plenty of challenges, but somehow she keeps putting one foot in front of the other.
In fact, she's making numerous appearances this fall at the Chicago and NYC Marathons, while continuing to churn out several new podcasts per week.
We asked where she gets her endurance. Answer: She considers herself "delusionally optimistic" about life, motherhood, running, and her podcast career.
We and all her friends and listeners are rooting hard for her.
You can learn more about Ali Feller on her website or Instagram page. And you can make a donation to help cover her medical expenses at this GoFundMe page.
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"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
Our latest podcast features an interview with 94-year old Dr. Ken Cooper, the father of Aerobics. In our view, he has done as much, or more, than any other individual to promote the benefits of running and other consistent exercise.
A star high-school miler in Oklahoma, Cooper ran two Boston Marathons (1962 and 1963) while a student at the Harvard School of Public Health. He improved from 3:54 in his first effort to 3:24 the following year.
Prior to breaking his leg decades ago in a skiing accident, Cooper logged 38,000 miles of running. Since the accident, he has continued a vigorous fitness program that now consists of roughly 50 percent recumbent bicycling and 50 percent strength training.
Beyond his personal example, Cooper spearheaded hundreds of studies at his Cooper Clinic. This research has demonstrated the dramatic mental and physical benefits of regular exercise, which leads not just to longer life but also to a slower onset of cognitive decline.
The author of 20 books, Cooper this summer released Grow Healthier As You Grow Older, available from Amazon and other booksellers.
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George and I discuss the biggest wins and most unexpected surprises of the first half of the Tokyo World Championships, then turn our attention to Jeannie Rice. By several measures, she is the world's best marathon runner.
Rice is the first person known to have won her age group in all 7 World Marathon Majors. In six of those, she beat the first male in the age group.
Her scores in the respected Age-Sex Graded Calculator, also put her atop almost all marathon performers.
In this podcast, Rice describes how her astounding age-group success came 30 years after she began with the goal of losing five pounds. Her singular skill: She hasn't slowed down during those 3 decades.
How? Rice laughs and says she doesn't know. Then she talks about how she has maintained a training regimen of 50 miles/week for 40 years ... plus a little more when building up to her several-times-a-year marathons.
If nothing else, Rice stands as a prime example of consistent, dedicated training--week in, and week out.
At her first World Masters Track Championships in Sweden in 2024, Rice won six gold meals, from 800 meters on the track to the half-marathon on the roads.
Next year's World Masters meet in South Korea, where she was born, will serve as strong motivation for 2026.
And then? Rice is already looking forward to turning 80 in 2028, so she can take aim on another set of age-group running records.
For more about Rice, visit JeannieRiceRuns.com.
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"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
Ben Rosario has done a bit of everything in running, often with an entrepreneurial spirit. As a professional runner for a decade leading up to 2010, Rosario achieved a marathon PR of 2:18:55. For several years, he trained with the highly respected Hansons Brooks team in Detroit.
After that, he opened a retail running store in St. Louis, where he had grown up, and then jumped into his biggest project to date. In 2012 his wife and 1-year-old daughter moved to Flagstaff, AZ, to begin the Northern Arizona Elite training group.
The team was soon sponsored by Hoka, and has played a significant role in USA distance running ever since. Runners from NAZ Elite have scored ten top 10 finishes in World Marathon Majors. Biggest victory? In 2020 Aliphine Tuliamuk won the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials in Atlanta.
Rosario left his leadership role at NAZ Elite a year ago. In this podcast, we learned that he and family have recently moved to Phoenix, where he has taken a job as a private school teacher of sixth- and seventh-graders.
He and several business partners have formed a team to organized a unique new approach to marathon running. It's called The Marathon Project, and will be held for the first time in mid-December in Chandler, AZ, just outside Phoenix.
The Marathon Project is actually two marathons on two days. The first, on a Saturday, aims to present a concierge-like, high-service event to all entrants. They will be treated like elite athletes with pacers, special water bottle placements, and easy start-line access. All this on a super flat/fast 4-lap course in conditions likely to be cool and low-humidity.
The next day these Saturday finishers will be able to watch a professional marathon, with $40,000 in cash prizes, on the same loop course.
For more from Ben Rosario, you'll find him here on X.
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Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
The recent USATF National Championship Meet in Eugene was outright spectacular in all ways. It even had action off the track, as well as sensational races on the Hayward Stadium oval.
More than anything else, everyone's talking about one middle-distance event already being called the "greatest of all time" by many observers. Amby and George dissect that race, from start to finish.
The other races, from 100 meters to 10,000 meters, were nearly as breathtaking. We discuss the ones that most impressed us.
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"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
This week at “Running: State of the Sport,” George and I decided to skip the usual interview guest so we could spend more time on some really big and important recent news. We start, of course, with the just revealed doping offense of 2:09:56 Chicago Marathon (2024) winner Ruth Chepngetich.
We also discuss and analyze: Faith Kipyegon’s “Breaking4” effort; Beatrice Chebet’s new world record for 5000 meters (13:58.06); the incredible high level of men’s 1500 meter/mile racing; and the results of the recent Western States 100-Mile.
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"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
In our new podcast, Rich Kenah, CEO of the Atlanta Track Club, discusses the upcoming Peachtree 10K, the Grand Slam Track series, and the trials and tribulations of hosting a U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, as Atlanta did so sensationally in 2020.
Kenah is a past Olympian at 800 meters, and a former athlete agent, who once worked with Michael Jordan, the basketball star when he wasn't organizing track meets, or ironing out details of runner contracts.
Also, George and Amby predict the Faith Kipyegon Breaking4 outcome, and their favorite in the Western States 100, both of which will take place in just a day or two.
Learn more about the Atlanta Track Club here.
Watch Kipyegon's Breaking4 attempt Thursday, June 26, here. Live and free on YouTube. It's scheduled to take place at 1:15 p.m. East Coast time. (That could change if Paris weather is not optimal.)
Western States will also be covered live and free on YouTube for 14+ hours Saturday, June 28, beginning at 8 a.m. East Coast Time. Here.
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"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
Thomas Panek is blind, a frequent marathoner, and President and CEO of Lighthouse Guild, a national nonprofit providing services to the visually impaired. Panek is the first person with vision loss to lead Lighthouse Guild.
In addition to running marathons tethered to human guide runners, he has finished the New York City Half Marathon with a team of guide dogs. He is also working with Google engineers to develop a phone app that can help the blind "see" the road and various obstacles around them.
In this podcast, Panek got George's attention by talking about "blind baseball"--a sport George is eager to witness. Amby was drawn to Panek's comments about how running can be especially powerful at improving the independence and mental health of physically challenged individuals.
Learn more about Thomas Panek and Lighthouse Guild here.
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Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
David Roche is producer of one of the world’s most popular podcasts, “Some Work, All Play,” with his cohost and wife, Megan. He’s also a contender to win the Western States 100 Miler at the end of June. That’s a rare combination.
His back story is even more amazing. A little more than a year ago, Roche was seriously injured when struck by a car while bicycling a favorite road near Boulder, CO. At that time, the Duke Law School grad and ultramarathon coach had never even attempted a 100-mile. But last summer he broke a longstanding course record in the Leadville Trail 100, and several months later scored a convincing win (in torrid temps) in the Javelina 100.
A fan of “Hamilton” the musical (“I’m not givin’ away my shot”) and Simone Biles (“F___ around and find out”), Roche professes to believe that almost everyone’s “amazing” and should reach high for their personal goals. Megan is both his coach, a champion ultra runner on her own, and an M.D. and PhD graduate from Stanford University. Every week, their pod covers the latest research findings about running, as they attempt to “science the sh__” out of endurance performance.
You can learn more about David & Megan Roche at their SWAPrunning.com website, or at David's Instagram page.
David's quest to win Western States has been chronicled here in a YouTube series by video producer Cody Bare.
Key Sections Of The Podcast
0:00
Introduction to David Roche: The Rise of an Ultra Runner
10:33
David's Background: Life, Family, and Coaching
13:43
The Dynamic Duo: David and Megan Roche
16:47
The Birth of a Podcast: Authenticity and Popularity
19:44
Language and Honesty: The Explicit Nature of the Podcast
22:37
Uplifting Messages: The Importance of Kindness
25:55
Science vs. Intuition: Balancing Training Approaches
28:42
Training Insights: The Art of Adaptation
31:44
Overcoming Challenges: The Impact of a Serious Accident
34:39
Life Lessons: Embracing Mortality and Racing
37:43
The Athletic Journey: From Football to Ultra Running
38:46
The Journey to Natural Running
40:13
Genetics and Athletic Performance
43:01
Rapid Rise in Ultra Running
47:35
Mental Resilience and Self-Confidence
51:32
The Competitive Landscape of Ultra Running
54:28
Key Factors for Success at Western States
56:58
Reflections on the Evolution of Running
01:01:09
The State of the Sport of Running
01:03:53
Wishes for the Future
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"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
In this episode, we chat with Alistair Cragg, coach of the highly successful Puma Elite Running team based in the Research Triangle of North Carolina. Cragg was a 3-time Irish Olympian with a lifetime best of 13:03 for 5000 meters. His wife and co-coach, Amy Hastings Cragg, represented the U.S. in the 2016 Olympic Marathon after winning the Olympic Marathon Trials that year.
In February, 2024, Puma runner Fiona O'Keeffe won the Marathon Trials in Orlando in her very first marathon (she qualified with a fast half-marathon time. In early 2025, Puma runners continued to excel on the roads.
At the USA Half Marathon Championships in Atlanta, both Taylor Roe and Alex Maier took the individual titles. Roe subsequently ran an eye-popping 49:53 in the Cherry Blossom 10-Mile, while Maier won the Dusseldorf Marathon in 2:08:33.
Meanwhile O'Keeffe has healed from the injury that sidelined her at the Paris Olympics, and is training hard again. In our conversation with Alistair Cragg, he said that he could see her getting down to 2:15 in the marathon.
Podcast segments include:
Introduction to Alistair Cragg
01:26
Life as a Co-Coach and Family Man
04:41
Building the Puma Elite Running Team
06:10
Spotlight on Fiona O'Keeffe
12:16
Challenges at the Paris Olympics
19:05
The Future of Puma Athletes
25:31
Fiona's Journey and Team Dynamics
27:38
Success of Male Athletes in Dusseldorf
28:45
Alex Maier's Potential and Training Philosophy
31:27
The Impact of Shoe Technology on Performance
36:07
Balancing Training and Injury Prevention
39:56
Training Philosophy and Building Strength
46:25
The State of Distance Running
49:44
Puma is now claiming to have the world's fastest running shoe. Its athletes appear to be equally fast.
For more about the Puma Elite runners, check out PumaEliteRunning.com and follow the team on Instagram.
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"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com. Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
In this episode of "Running: State of the Sport," Lisa Weidenbach Rainsberger reflects on her Boston Marathon win 40 years ago in 1985. She also traces the amazing arc of her running career from All American swimmer to college track star to youthful marathon standout.
Lisa is widely known for her three consecutive fourth-place finishes in the Olympic Trials Marathon, but she doesn’t shed any tears over these disappointments. Instead, she celebrates the many positive aspects of her long racing and coaching career.
She also discusses how she and her daughter, Katie, negotiated a healthy mother-daughter, coach-athlete relationship. This is a big story in running now, due to the highly publicized Ingebrigtsen family lawsuit in Norway.
Some highlights moments in the podcast
00:00
Celebrating a Marathon Legend
10:00
Lisa's Journey: From Swimming to Running
13:20
The Boston Marathon Experience
16:13
Olympic Trials and Career Highlights
19:02
Transitioning from Swimming to Running
22:20
Coaching Insights and Modern Training
25:04
The Evolution of Running Technology
28:04
Reflections on Female Sports and Future Aspirations
51:07
Lisa Rainsberger: A Journey Through Running
53:21
Coaching Dynamics: The Parent-Child Relationship in Sports
56:13
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
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"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com. Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:36 marathon runner.
In this episode of the podcast "Running: State of the Sport," hosts Amby Burfoot and George Hirsch interview John Cahill, a remarkable centenarian runner who shares his inspiring journey from starting to run at age 62 to completing marathons in his 70s and 80s. He ran a 3:05 marathon at 72 and continued to race into his 90s.
Cahill discusses his early life, health challenges, and the joy of running, emphasizing the importance of staying active and engaged in various activities. His philosophy of 'keep moving' resonates throughout the conversation. Cahill offers valuable insights into aging, motivation, and living a full life.
"I enjoy almost everything that I do," he says. "I have led a charmed life."
Key Points (minutes into Cahill interview)
00:00
Introduction to John Cahill: A Centenarian Runner
03:03
John's Journey into Running
06:01
Overcoming Health Challenges
09:05
Marathon Achievements and Training Regimen
12:09
Early Life and Sports Background
14:55
Military Service and Its Impact
18:00
Transition from Law to Ski Lodge Owner
20:57
Reflections on Aging and Motivation
23:50
Travel Adventures and Life Philosophy
27:00
Final Thoughts and Wishes for the Future
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
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"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com.
Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:36 marathon runner.
In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Bobbi Gibb, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon, in 1966. She shares her experiences of training, the journey to Boston, and the emotional impact of crossing the finish line, all while challenging societal norms and advocating for women's rights in sports.
Gibb also discusses her journey beyond running--including her artistic endeavors and the challenges she faced as a woman in various fields. Bobbi always emphasizes the importance of individual passion and the need for a peaceful, cooperative world.
Podcast Chapters (indicated times from beginning of Gibb Interview)
00:00
Introduction to a Trailblazer
01:05
Bobby's Early Years and Running Journey
02:15
The 1965 Boston Marathon Experience
07:05
Facing Rejection and Finding Motivation
15:20
The Decision to Run in 1966
17:23
The Journey to Boston
21:16
The Marathon Experience Begins
25:00
Crossing the Finish Line and Its Impact
30:37
Breaking Barriers: Bobbi Gibb's Historic Run
35:22
The Press and Public Reaction: A New Era for Women
38:17
Persistence and Recognition: Bobbi's Continued Impact
42:56
Art and Legacy: Bobbi's Sculptures and Contributions
47:45
Facing Discrimination: Bobbi's Journey Beyond Running
53:36
A Vision for the Future: Bobbi's Hopes for Humanity
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
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"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com.
Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:36 marathon runner.
In this episode, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Bill Rodgers's first Boston Marathon win in 1975. Bill reflects on his early struggles, the pivotal moments that reignited his passion for running, and the significance of community in the sport.
In particular, he discusses his memorable 1975 Boston Marathon victory, the evolution of marathon running, and the challenges he faced during his Olympic journey. He also shares personal anecdotes about his experiences with runners like Frank Shorter and Alberto Salazar, his current running, and the critical role of friendship among all runners, young and old.
Key Sections Include
Introduction to Bill Rodgers
Bill's Early Life and Running Journey
The Comeback: From Quitting to Winning
The 1975 Boston Marathon Victory
Olympic Disappointment and Resilience
The King of the Roads: Bill's Legacy
Training Regimens and Strategies
Reflections on the 1980 Olympic Boycott
Memories of Alberto Salazar
The Duel in the Sun: A Race to Remember
The Journey of a Running Entrepreneur
The Drive to Keep Running
How to Run the Boston Marathon Course
The State of Running Today
Bill's Fairy Godmother Wishes for the Future
To learn more about Bill Rodgers, visit his website at https://www.billrodgersrunningcenter.com/
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
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"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com.
Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:36 marathon runner.
In this engaging podcast episode, Jackie Gaughan, a rising star in the marathon running scene, shares her journey, insights, and experiences in the sport. From her impressive performance at the 2024 California International Marathon to her reflections on the Olympic Trials, Gaughan (just 25) discusses her training strategies, the balance between her running career and a full-time job, and the influences that have shaped her as an athlete.
She also addresses the state of women's marathon running and her aspirations for the future, including her preparation for this spring’s Boston Marathon.
Learn more about Gaughan on her World Athletics profile page.
KEY POINTS IN THE INTERVIEW
00:00
Introduction to Jackie Gaughan
03:01
Jackie's Impressive Performance at CIM
06:01
Training Insights and Fueling Strategies
08:56
Reflections on the Olympic Trials
12:06
Balancing Running and a Full-Time Career
14:45
Coaching and Training Philosophy
18:00
Sponsorship and Investment in Running
21:02
Influences and Inspirations in Running
24:04
Transitioning to the Marathon
26:51
Preparing for the Boston Marathon
29:54
The State of the Sport and Personal Aspirations
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
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"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com.
Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:26 marathon runner.
In this episode of Running State of the Sport, hosts Amby Burfoot and George Hirsch chat with Ray Flynn, a former elite miler and current athlete manager. They discuss Flynn's extensive career in athletics, his experiences at the Olympics, the evolution of athlete management, and the current state of doping in the sport.
Flynn shares insights on the upcoming (Feb. 8) Milrose Games, the significance of the Wanamaker Mile, and his hopes for the future of track and field. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration among athletes, coaches, and managers, as well as the need for transparency in doping.
Key Time Points In Podcast
Introduction to Ray Flynn's Career
08:38
Early Influences and Transition to Running
11:29
Scholarship and Cultural Transition to the US
13:59
NCAA vs European Club System
14:34
Competing with the Best Milers
17:36
Olympic Experiences and Expectations
19:29
Greatest Miler of All Time
21:50
Becoming an Athlete Manager
23:41
Managing Relationships in Athletics
25:29
Deena Kastor and Successful Partnerships
27:35
Doping in Sports and Manager Responsibility
31:08
Paris Olympics and Managing Podium Finishers
34:07
Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track
36:56
Milrose Games: Insights from a Meet Director
40:02
Comparing Armory and Madison Square Garden
41:58
Inviting Jakob Ingebrigtsen to the Wanamaker Mile
44:05
The Mile vs 1500 Meters Debate
45:35
State of the Sport: Positives and Negatives
51:00
Fairy Godmother Wishes for the Sport
52:44
You can learn more about Flynn's primary business, Flynn Sports Management, here.
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
Use your smartphone to download podcast apps from Apple, Spotify, Pandora, or YouTube Podcasts. Once you've selected your favorite app, search for "running state of the sport."
With your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can also listen direct to “Running: State of the Sport” at the below internet links.
"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com.
Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is Amby’s weekly newsletter with the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners.
In this episode, hosts Amby Burfoot and George Hirsch talk with Edwin Moses, a legendary figure in track and field. During his competitive career, he won 122 consecutive 400 meter hurdles races--a streak that lasted almost 10 years, and is unlikely ever to be beaten.
The conversation includes Moses's significant contributions to sports beyond the track, including anti-doping efforts and social change through the Laureus World Sports Academy. Moses shares personal insights on competition, training, and overcoming challenges, while also reflecting on the current state of athletics and the future of the sport.
Key moments in the podcast:
The Legacy of Edwin Moses
07:20
Reliving the Glory: The Documentary Experience
10:18
A Serious Film: Insights from the Documentary
13:16
The Journey of a Champion: Edwin's Early Life
16:09
The Evolution of Track and Field: A Personal Perspective
19:00
The Science of Hurdling: Technique and Strategy
22:04
The Anti-Doping Movement: Edwin's Advocacy
25:17
The Contrast of Eras: Modern Athletes vs. Edwin Moses
35:24
The Long Road to Clean Sports
39:02
Current State of Doping in Athletics
42:34
The Impact of Laureus on Social Change
48:00
The Future of Track and Field
51:38
The Role of the IOC in Athletics
54:28
Reflections on Jimmy Carter
57:35
Overcoming Personal Challenges
01:03:21
The State of Running and Athletics
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
Use your smartphone to download podcast apps from Apple, Spotify, Pandora, or YouTube Podcasts. Once you've selected your favorite app, search for "running state of the sport."
With your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can also listen direct to “Running: State of the Sport” at the below internet links.
"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com.
Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is Amby’s weekly newsletter with the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners.
In this conversation, Susanna Sullivan reviews the highs and lows of her running in 2024. This includes missing the Olympic Marathon Trials in February due to an injury and Covid ... then bouncing back in October with a big marathon PR of 2:21:56 in Chicago. Sullivan has been improving steadily for a handful of years, but that Chicago performance catapulted her to the uppermost rungs of American marathon running. She'll begin her 2025 season in a couple of weeks in the Aramco Houston Half Marathon before racing an as-yet-undisclosed spring marathon. She's also seriously focused on the Tokyo World Championships Marathon in September. Here, she discusses her daily life as a teacher, her training regimen, and the importance of balancing short and long-distance races.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Susanna Sullivan's Journey
04:44 The Chicago Marathon Breakthrough
10:54 Training Philosophy and Future Goals
13:53 Balancing Short and Long Distance Racing
19:21 High School and College Running Experience
24:20 Post-College Running and Coaching Dynamics
31:47 Training Secrets and Cross-Training Insights
37:25 State of the Sport and Integrity Issues
41:55 Wishes for the Future
Daniel Romanchuk is one of the world's top wheelchair racers. This fall, he won the New York City Marathon and, a week later, the BAA Boston Half Marathon. He set a course record in the latter event.
In August, Romanchuk entered 5 events in the Paris Paralympics, winning gold in the 5000 meters and bronze in the marathon.
Born with spina bifida--a not-fully-formed spine--Romanchuk spent his early years trying to keep up with two older siblings. He enrolled in an adaptive sports program in his hometown, Baltimore, at age 5, and has been pursuing one sport (or many) ever since.
In this podcast interview, he talks about:
# his summer and fall of races
# why he did his first marathon at age 14
# how wheelchair athletes train
# why so many of them are located, as he is, at the University of Illinois/Champaign
# how wheelchair racing has evolved during his years in the sport
# ways he hopes to make racing wheelchairs less expensive and more accessible
# and much more
WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"
Use your smartphone to download podcast apps from Apple, Spotify, Pandora, or YouTube Podcasts. Once you've selected your favorite app, search for "running state of the sport."With your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can also listen direct to “Running: State of the Sport” at the below internet links.
"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com.
Marathon Handbook is the world’s leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels.
"Run Long, Run Healthy" is Amby’s weekly newsletter with the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners.