Marathon Training Academy

In this crossover episode with Another Mother Runner podcast, we serve up expert advice for your first marathon—from how to pace yourself so you reach the finish line with a smile on your face, to advice on dealing with race-day anxiety. Thanks to Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat for having us on the AMR podcast!

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Speak with a MTA Running Coaching about your goals! We are here to help you get to the next level.

Don’t miss the Lexington Health Run Hard Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k in Lexington, South Carolina, on November 14th, 2026 Use the code MTA10 for 10% off!

Altra Running -Altra shoes are designed with the Altra Fit, with room for your toes for comfort, balance, and strength. Use code MTA10 for 10% off. And Stay Out There with Altra.

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In this episode Coach Angie shares how to have the confidence to trust your training to go the distance on race day. This is how you finish 26.2 miles when your longest distance in training is only 20 miles. Plus, Trevor is back from a 45 day tour through Italy, Austria, Germany, Slovenia, Croatia, and Portugal. Hear his “pro tips” for traveling in these countries.

Links Mentioned in This Episode

Speak with a MTA Running Coaching about your goals! We are here to help you get to the next level.

MetPro.co -get a complimentary assessment and consultation with a metobolic coach.

Run the Athens Marathon with Angie, Trevor, and Dean Karnazes! See this page for details.

Altra Running -Altra shoes are designed with the Altra Fit, with room for your toes for comfort, balance, and strength. Use code MTA10 for 10% off. And Stay Out There with Altra.

The Richmond Marathon in Richmond, Virginia. Sign up for the Capital One 8k!

Drury Hotels -where the extras are not extra! Use our link to save 10% on your stay or use the code RN2025.

Imagine surviving your first marathon, only to nearly die from drinking water. In this episode, a Barcelona-based listener shares his terrifying battle with water intoxication—and the powerful life lessons he took from the finish line. Plus, Trevor breaks down his ultimate, off-the-beaten-path “Beer Hall Crawl” through Bavaria. Tune in to discover the hidden local spots most American tourists completely miss!

Links Mentioned in This Episode

Speak with a MTA Running Coaching about your goals! We are here to help you get to the next level.

Run the Athens Marathon with Angie, Trevor, and Dean Karnazes! See this page for details.

Altra Running -Altra shoes are designed with the Altra Fit, with room for your toes for comfort, balance, and strength. Use code MTA10 for 10% off. And Stay Out There with Altra.

The Richmond Marathon in Richmond, Virginia. Sign up for the Capital One 8k!

AG1 Next Gen has new flavors: Citrus, Tropical, and Berry. Get a free Welcome Kit with your first order which includes AG1 Travel Packs, a shaker bottle, metal canister, and a bottle of AG Vitamin D3+K2.

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In this episode we speak with Dimity McDowell about her new book The 27th Mile: How to Smooth the Rough Transition Out of Your Running Years. Dimity has written for numerous publications including Runner’s World, ESPN, The New York Times, and Sports Illustrated. In 2010 she cofounded Another Mother Runner. A mother of two, she lives in Denver, Colorado, with her husband and two dogs.

Links Mentioned in This Episode

Speak with a MTA Running Coaching about your goals! We are here to help you get to the next level.

Run the Athens Marathon with Angie, Trevor, and Dean Karnazes! See this page for details.

Altra Running -Altra shoes are designed with the Altra Fit, with room for your toes for comfort, balance, and strength. Use code MTA10 for 10% off. And Stay Out There with Altra.

The Richmond Marathon in Richmond, Virginia. Sign up for the Capital One 8k!

AG1 Next Gen has new flavors: Citrus, Tropical, and Berry. Get a free Welcome Kit with your first order which includes AG1 Travel Packs, a shaker bottle, metal canister, and a bottle of AG Vitamin D3+K2.

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.

Dimity’s Book: The 27th Mile

In this episode we bring you along on our epic 80-mile running adventure in the Italian Dolomites. Hear trail running tips from our expert mountain guides, and inspiration from podcast listeners who joined us in the Alps!

Special thanks to Jeff Thompson, Carly Brown, Louise Turner, Liz Mukherji, Bekah Shininger, Sonia Dolan, Hank Grabowski, Melissa Bently, Julia Cassandra, Marybeth Duke, Bud Haas, Sheila O’Neil, and our guides from Run the Alps: Bruno Yates, Alistair Crompton, and Marion Giraud!

Links Mentioned in This Episode

Speak with a MTA Running Coaching about your goals! We are here to help you get to the next level.

Previnex -makers of Joint Health Plus and Muscle Health Plus -two products I take every day that help me maximize my recovery and performance as a long distance runner. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order.

Altra Running -Altra shoes are designed with the Altra Fit, with room for your toes for comfort, balance, and strength. Use code MTA10 for 10% off. And Stay Out There with Altra.

The Richmond Marathon in Richmond, Virginia. Sign up for the Capital One 8k!

AG1 Next Gen has new flavors: Citrus, Tropical, and Berry. Get a free Welcome Kit with your first order which includes AG1 Travel Packs, a shaker bottle, metal canister, and a bottle of AG Vitamin D3+K2.

Our Instagram: see photos @marathonacademy

Bekah Shininger Instagram: for more fun videos from our trip see @bekinreallife

Day 1: Ortisei

Distance – 18.76 km / 11.73 miles

Elevation Gain – 457 m / 1522 ft

Elevation loss – 1029 m / 3427 ft

Day 2: Plattkofel Hütte

Distance – 24.57 km / 15.35 miles

Elevation gain – 1,340 m / 4462 ft

Elevation loss – 1034 m / 3443 ft

Day 3: Selva

Distance – 16.04 km / 10 miles

Elevation gain – 642 m / 2137 ft

Elevation loss – 1369 m / 4558 ft

Day 4: San Casiano

Distance – 16.59 km / 10.37 miles

Elevation gain – 980 m / 3263 ft

Elevation loss – 1024 m / 3409 ft

Day 5: Refugio Lagazuoi

Distance – 18.36 km / 11.48 miles

Elevation gain – 1287 m / 4285 ft

Elevation loss – 311 m / 1036 ft

Day 6: Cortina

Distance – 22.32 km / 13.95 miles

Elevation gain – 354 m / 1178 ft

Elevation loss – 1882 m / 6267 ft

Day 7: Cortina

Distance – 10.76 km / 6.73 miles

Ascent – 574 m / 1911 ft

Descent – 975 m / 3246 ft