For the show notes and the full transcript to this episode head over to: https://www.healthynomics.com/29 To join the April 2017 None to Run Challenge: http://www.nonetorun.com/challenge A cross-country All-American at Stonehill College, Mario has coached both elite and age-group runners and was the men’s marathon coach for Costa Rica at the 2012 Olympics. Most recently Mario helped start Ekiden, a company that leverages technology to bring a great human coaching experience to more runners. He shares his thoughts on running and other topics that interest him in the morning shakeout, his weekly email newsletter to which I subscribe to and look forward to reading each week. In this episode we talk about: Mario’s photography hobby and coffee habit. Lessons Mario has learned during his time as a runner and coach that applies to runners of all levels. Some specific running workouts that beginners can do to break up the monotony of slow running. Ways you can recognize when progress is being made, besides running speed. Mario’s non-negotiable aspects of a good running training program. Mario’s favourite strength exercises and a simple routine to elicit athleticism and make you a better runner. The benefits of having a running coach. Mario’s favourite running books. And more! Enjoy the show!