Marathon Handbook Podcast

Alex, Katelyn and Michael are together in-person for the first time ever (!) at The Running Event, in Austin, Texas. The Running Event is basically the best running expo ever, where every brand, from Asics to Nike to Brooks to Hoka provide journalists a sneak peak at next year's shoes.

In this episode, we doll out the Marathon Handbook Awards for:

Best Innovation of the Year
Best Indie Brand
Best Trail Shoe
Best New Shoe
Best Running Brand
Best Everyday Trainer
Best Shoe of 2024

Our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael select the best runners, athletes, performances, the biggest controversies and defining moments this year on the roads, track and trails, with our first annual Marathon Handbook Awards!

But to start things off, Michael shares what the trail running scene is like in Hong Kong, as well as the experience of running UTMB TransLantau, one of the premiere ultramarathon events in South East Asia.

Then, they kick off year-in-review season by culling over all the biggest performances, emerging athletes, and the most compelling storylines in running in 2024.

00:00:00 - Intro Chat
00:03:35 - Trail Running in Hong Kong + UTMB TransLantau
00:25:35 - The Biggest Controversy of 2024 Award
00:38:12 - The Defining Moment of 2024 Award
00:52:26 - The Running Event of the Year Award
01:01:22 - Inspirational Runner of the Year Award
01:09:00 -  Male Runner of the Year Award
01:18:00 - Female Runner of the Year Award
01:27:04 - Ultra-Trail Runner of the Year Award
01:36:40 - A Special Announcement!

Let us know your picks in the comments!

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Michael Doyle and Katelyn Tocci

Also check out the video version of our pods on YouTube! Find us at: https://www.youtube.com/@marathonhandbook

Further Reading:

Opinion: Why It’s Hard To Trust Ruth Chepngetich’s Marathon World Record:
https://marathonhandbook.com/opinion-why-its-hard-to-trust-ruth-chepngetichs-marathon-world-record/

The Awesomesauce Controversy Explained:
https://youtu.be/bxun7YO-_r4?feature=shared

The Josh Kerr vs. Jakob Ingebrigtsen Rivalry Is Exactly What Track and Field Needs:
https://youtu.be/dbxF4Qo9mqA?feature=shared

Parkrun Records Are Gone To “Promote Inclusivity” And Runners Aren’t Happy About It:
https://marathonhandbook.com/parkrun-records/

Why Lululemon Dropped Ultrarunner Camille Herron | Wikipedia Controversy Explained:
https://youtu.be/919mUxIRZMc?feature=shared

Who Is Jasmin Paris? Meet The First Woman To Finish The Barkley Marathons:
https://marathonhandbook.com/who-is-jasmin-paris/

WATCH: Jasmin Paris Becomes First Woman To Complete The Barkley Marathons:
https://marathonhandbook.com/jasmin-paris-finishes-barkley-marathons/

Is Sifan Hassan Nike's Perfect Replacement for Eliud Kipchoge ?
https://youtu.be/gyHXQmLW2EY

Live from New York! Our NYC Marathon Instant Reaction Pod:
https://youtu.be/hFVnlEIsWXQ

Kelvin Kiptum’s Marathon World Record: Pace and Splits Analysis:
https://marathonhandbook.com/kiptum-marathon-world-record-pace-splits/

WATCH: Olympic Champion Athing Mu Will Not Defend Title In Paris After Nasty Fall In U.S. Trials 800m Final:
https://marathonhandbook.com/athing-mu-2024-us-olympic-trials-fall/

Abbott Announces Sydney Marathon as Newest Addition to the World Marathon Majors:
https://marathonhandbook.com/sydney-marathon-wmm-announcement/

How Boston Marathon Qualification Times Have Changed Throughout History:

Eliud Kipchoge, the greatest marathoner in history, turned 40 on Nov. 5. In celebration of the GOAT becoming a masters athlete, our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael look back at how Kipchoge single-handedly innovated distance running.

They explore how Kipchoge was the face of the super shoe revolution and Nike's technological discoveries as he strived to break the two-hour barrier in the marathon. Kipchoge also put nutrition and fueling front-and-center for marathon training and racing, and elevated Maurten into the powerhouse brand it is today. 

They do a deep dive on all the sports science breakthroughs triggered by Kipchoge's superhuman performances, his psychological strategies for running record breaking times, and put it all into context as discoveries that can be applicable for runners of all abilities levels.

Show Notes:

7 Top Running Form Takeaways We Can All Learn from Eliud Kipchoge:
https://marathonhandbook.com/kipchoge-running-form/

Are You Using The Same Mental Strategy As Eliud Kipchoge Or David Goggins?
https://marathonhandbook.com/can-gaslighting-make-you-faster/

Eliud Kipchoge: 15 Training Takeaways From The World’s Best:
https://marathonhandbook.com/eliud-kipchoge-takeaways/

Eliud Kipchoge Opens Up About Historic First DNF at the 2024 Paris Olympic Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/eliud-kipchoge-olympic-dnf/

Eliud Kipchoge Will Not Return To Berlin Marathon—Who Will Replace Him In This New Post-GOAT Era?
https://marathonhandbook.com/2024-berlin-marathon-elite-lineup/

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

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We're live from New York! Our editor Michael Doyle talks with Alex Cyr live from the media center at the 2024 New York City Marathon in Central Park, just steps away from the finish line. They discuss the elite women's and men's races, how the top Americans did, and the overall vibe of the biggest marathon in the world.

Spoiler Alert Warning: We discuss who won the New York City Marathon.

2024 New York City Marathon Women’s Top 20 Finishers:

1.Sheila ChepkiruiKEN2:24:35
2.Hellen ObiriKEN2:24:49
3.Vivian CheruiyotKEN2:25:21
4.Eunice ChumbaBRN2:25:58
5.Fabienne SchlumpfSUI2:26:31
6.Sara VaughnUSA2:26:56
7.Senbere TeferiETH2:27:14
8.Jessica McClainUSA2:27:19
9.Sharon LokediKEN2:27:45
11.Des LindenUSA2:29:32
12.Edna KiplagatKEN2:29:56
13.Tristin ColleyUSA2:30:02
14.Maggie MontoyaUSA2:30:53
15.Lily PartridgeGBR2:30:55
16.Savannah BerryUSA2:31:39
17.Dakotah PopehnUSA2:31:45
18.Jenny SimpsonUSA2:31:54
19.Aliphine TuliamukUSA2:32:10
20.Jessa HansonUSA2:32:43

2024 New York City Marathon Men’s Top 20 Finishers:

1.Abdi NageeyeNED2:07:39
2.Evans ChebetKEN2:07:45
3.Albert KorirKEN2:08:00
4.Tamirat TolaETH2:08:12
5.Geoffrey KamwororKEN2:08:50
6.Conner MantzUSA2:09:00
7.Clayton YoungUSA2:09:21
8.Abel KipchumbaKEN2:10:39
9.Bashir AbdiBEL2:10:39
10.Cj AlbertsonUSA2:10:57
11.Ryan FordUSA2:11:08
12.Colin BennieUSA2:11:16
13.Frank LaraUSA2:11:21
14.Jonny MellorGBR2:11:22
15.Rory LinkletterCAN2:11:45
16.Wesley KiptooKEN2:11:58
17.Futsum ZienasellassieUSA2:12:32
18.Joel ReichowUSA2:12:52
19.Elkanah KibetUSA2:13:27
20.Ryan EilerUSA2:13:36

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Show Notes:

Sheila Chepkirui And Abdi Nageeye Win 2024 New York City Marathon Against Top Fields:
https://marathonhandbook.com/2024-nyc-marathon-results/

Missed the race? Scroll back and relive the marathon with our live updates from New York  here on race day:
https://marathonhandbook.com/live-updates-the-2024-new-york-city-marathon/

Here’s How To Get Into the 2025 NYC Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/nyc-marathon-entry/

New Balance Went Big at the 2024 New York City Marathon Expo:
https://marathonhandbook.com/new-balance-went-big-at-the-2024-new-york-city-marathon-expo/

The New York City Marathon Jacket Now Rivals Boston as the Ultimate Running Status Symbol:
https://marathonhandbook.com/new-york-city-marathon-jackets/

Jess McClain Is Out To Prove She’s More than An Alternate:
https://marathonhandbook.com/jess-mcclain-2024-nyc-marathon-interview/

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

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The New York City Marathon is Nov. 3, and in this episode our editors Alex, Katelyn and Michael share with you everything you need to know about the New York City Marathon, whether you're running the race this year, or following along at home. First we get the necessary details out of the way: when the race starts, and how to live stream the race.

Then delve right into the significance and crazy history of the New York City Marathon, from it's beginnings with just 127 runners (and only 55 finishers), running loops in Central Park.

We discuss the evolution of the event since its inception in 1970, and the unique challenges of the marathon course. The conversation highlights the marathon's cultural impact, the growth of participation, and the conditions runners can expect on race day. We describe the intricacies of the New York City Marathon course, discussing its challenges and notable landmarks.

We also break down the men's and women's elite fields, and our picks for who will win the New York City Marathon.

Follow our live updates from New York  here on race day:
https://marathonhandbook.com/live-updates-the-2024-new-york-city-marathon/

NYC Marathon Race Day Schedule:

Sunday, Nov. 3

• 8:00 a.m. Professional Wheelchair Division
• 8:22 a.m. Handcycle Category and Select Athletes with Disabilities
• 8:35 a.m. Professional Women’s Open Division
• 9:05 a.m. Professional Men’s Open Division
• 9:10 a.m. Wave 1
• 9:45 a.m. Wave 2
• 10:20 a.m. Wave 3
• 10:55 a.m. Wave 4
• 11:30 a.m. Wave 5 

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci, Michael Doyle, Jessy Carveth

Thanks to our presenting partner, Wahoo. Check out our first look video of the Wahoo KICKR RUN:
https://youtu.be/-IrHrfjvzHU

Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/Xit1_8JfECg

Show Notes:

Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 New York City Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-2024-new-york-city-marathon/

Here’s How To Get Into the 2025 NYC Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/nyc-marathon-entry/

Jess McClain Is Out To Prove She’s More than An Alternate:
https://marathonhandbook.com/jess-mcclain-2024-nyc-marathon-interview/

Defending Champions Tamirat Tola And Hellen Obiri Headline Stacked Elite Fields For 2024 New York City Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/2024-new-york-city-marathon-elite-field-list/

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

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News editor Jessy Carveth and Michael Doyle break down the nominees for World Athletics Track Athlete of the Year. They also unpack Jessy's excellent data-driven analysis of the controversial new women's marathon world record, and why she thinks it could be legit.

Then, Alex, Katelyn, and Michael as they recap their recent races—the Chicago Marathon, Kodiak UTMB and the TCS Toronto Waterfront Half Marathon, discussing what went right, what didn’t, and their plans for improvement.

Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/UYNqDFLkKTY

Show Notes:

Here’s Why Ruth Chepngetich’s World Record Is Completely Plausible: A Data-Driven Analysis:
https://marathonhandbook.com/ruth-chepngetich-world-record-plausible/

World Athletics Announces 2024 Track Athlete Of The Year Nominations:
https://marathonhandbook.com/world-athletics-announces-2024-track-athlete-of-the-year-nominations/

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci, Michael Doyle, Jessy Carveth

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In this episode, Alex, Katelyn and Michael discuss the importance of having a comprehensive pre-race checklist, covering everything from taper madness to essential items for race day. They share personal experiences and tips on how to prepare mentally and physically for races, emphasizing the significance of logistics, planning, and having a routine. The conversation also touches on post-race essentials and the importance of knowing the course and aid stations. The aim of this pod is that it serves as a guide for runners to ensure they are well-prepared for their upcoming races.

Chapters:

00:00 Why You Need a Pre-Race Checklists
01:30 Taper Madness: The Psychological Struggle
07:20 Creating a Race Day Routine
12:26 Essential Items for Race Day
22:39 Post-Race Bag Essentials
32:05 Logistics and Planning for Race Day
50:53 Final Thoughts and Tips for Success

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci, Michael Doyle

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In this special bonus episode, Marathon Handbook editor-at-large, Boston Marathon winner and respected author Amby Burfoot discusses his op-ed on the site about his skepticism of the world record performance by Ruth Chepngetich at the 2024 Chicago Marathon. 

His main concern: that fans of the sport, including himself, have grown cynical of extreme outlier performances, and that this cynicism is going to irreparably damage running, especially women's participation in the marathon over time.

It should be made clear: Ruth Chepntegich has never failed a doping test, and the world record has not yet been ratified by World Athletics, the global governing body of the sport.

He highlights the lack of transparency in athletics, particularly in women's running, and the need for institutional reform to ensure the integrity of the sport. The hosts analyze the data behind Chepngetich's record-breaking run and compare it to world record performances in other athletics events in history. They call for increased accountability among stakeholders in the marathon running community, including shoe brands, World Athletics, the World Marathon Majors race organizers, and the agents and coaches working with elite marathoners today.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the World Record Controversy
01:44 Skepticism Surrounding Ruth Chepngetich's Performance
08:34 Comparative Analysis with Other Events
13:55 Examining the Data Behind the Record
20:21 The Need for Transparency in Athletics
26:45 Call for Institutional Reform in Marathon Running

This podcast originally appeared on our YouTube feed in video format. Watch it here:
https://youtu.be/Y9rf0D2pvJM

Show Notes:

Read Amby's op-ed:
https://marathonhandbook.com/opinion-why-its-hard-to-trust-ruth-chepngetichs-marathon-world-record/

Watch Chepngetich's world record finish in Chicago:
https://marathonhandbook.com/ruth-chepngetich-chicago-world-record/

WATCH: Ruth Chepngetich Sets World Record At Chicago Marathon And Becomes The First Woman To Break 2:10:
https://marathonhandbook.com/ruth-chepngetich-chicago-world-record/

More on the doping crisis in Kenyan athletics:
https://apnews.com/article/kenya-doping-track-field-worlds-2358ed10c5016bba7eadc6024034afde

The Kenyan government cuts funding to anti-doping controls in the country:
https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/athletics/why-adak-funding-cut-spells-doom-for-kenyan-athletes-4768630

Our Live Updates from the 2024 Chicago Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/live-updates-2024-chicago-marathon/

Here’s What Nike’s Exclusive Chicago Marathon In-store Pop Up Looked Like:
https://marathonhandbook.com/nike-designed-by-you-chicago-marathon-pop-up/

The Best Gear of the 2024 Chicago Marathon Expo:
https://marathonhandbook.com/the-best-gear-of-the-2024-chicago-marathon-expo/

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci, Michael Doyle

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Thumbnail photo: Chicago Marathon/Kevin Morris/MH illustration

Alex Cyr jumps on the pod with Michael Doyle, who is in Chicago and just ran the marathon. They talk all about Ruth Chepngetich's wild and huge new women's marathon world record of 2:09:56, what that means for distance running, where it ranks in the pantheon of great sports moments, and exactly just how fast it is by the numbers. They also discuss the rest of the women's race, including how the top Americans did, as well as the men's race, which saw an impressive 2:02 winner in John Korir, along with a few solid American performances.

Michael also shares just what it's like to run the Chicago Marathon with 50,000 other runners, what makes this World Marathon Major so special, and all the details behind the scenes of what it was like on race weekend in the Windy City.

Show Notes:

WATCH: Ruth Chepngetich Sets World Record At Chicago Marathon And Becomes The First Woman To Break 2:10:
https://marathonhandbook.com/ruth-chepngetich-chicago-world-record/

Here’s What Nike’s Exclusive Chicago Marathon In-store Pop Up Looked Like:
https://marathonhandbook.com/nike-designed-by-you-chicago-marathon-pop-up/

The Best Gear of the 2024 Chicago Marathon Expo:
https://marathonhandbook.com/the-best-gear-of-the-2024-chicago-marathon-expo/

Live Updates: The 2024 Chicago Marathon:
https://marathonhandbook.com/live-updates-2024-chicago-marathon/

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci, Michael Doyle

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Our editors Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci and Michael Doyle breakdown everything you need to know about the 2024 Chicago Marathon, one of the biggest marathons in the world! 

But first they discuss their early experiences using Strava's new "Athlete Intelligence" AI (1:02), which provides a training prompt after each run. Is it merely a low-fi chatbot gimmick or the future of coaching?

Then they get into the Chicago Marathon (11:05), unpacking the history of the race, the vibe in Chicago on race weekend, how to live stream the Chicago Marathon, and whether or not we'll see a marathon world record attempt (or perhaps an American women's marathon record). They unpack what to anticipate from the elite races, and what it's like to run the Chicago Marathon.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Chicago Marathon Preview
01:02 Strava's New Athlete Intelligence Feature
11:05 Transitioning to the Chicago Marathon
21:49 History and Trivia of the Chicago Marathon
28:51 Previewing the Elite Races
32:53 Marathon Rankings and Performances
42:39 Women's Race Preview and Predictions
49:19 Men's Race Predictions and Insights
56:05 Chicago vs. Berlin: The Fastest Marathon Debate
1:00:02 Power Rankings of Major Marathons
1:04:37 Deep Dish Pizza Debate and Closing Thoughts

Show Notes:

Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 Chicago Marathon, including how to live stream the race:
https://marathonhandbook.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-2024-chicago-marathon/

Start Date
The 2024 Chicago Marathon is slated for Sunday, October 13, 2024. 

Start Time
The professional men and women will go off at 7:30 a.m. CT

Have family or friends running the race? We have the full list of start times below:

Marathon Wheelchair Start (men): 7:20 a.m.
Marathon Wheelchair Start (women): 7:21 a.m.
Handcycle Start: 7:23 a.m.
Wave 1 Start (corrals A, B, C, D, and E): 7:30 a.m.
Wave 2 Start (corrals F, G, H, and J): 8:00 a.m.
Wave 3 Start (corrals K, L, M, and N): 8:35 a.m.

Our free marathon training plans:
https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/

Hosts: Alex Cyr, Katelyn Tocci, Michael Doyle

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