Welcome to an exciting episode of our Marathon Podcast! Join us as we dive into the world of marathon training with our special guest, Coach Chris Knighton. Get ready to uncover expert insights on maximizing your training through effective warm-up routines and drills.

Coach Chris Knighton is an experienced marathon coach dedicated to helping runners achieve their best performance. In this episode, Coach Chris emphasizes the importance of warming up properly before your runs. A solid warm-up routine not only helps prevent injuries but also enhances your performance and mental readiness.

In addition, Coach Chris shares valuable tips and techniques on incorporating drills into your training regimen. These drills can improve your running form, increase speed, and enhance overall efficiency. By mastering these exercises, you can take your marathon training to the next level.

To complement your warm-up routine, Coach Chris provides insights on implementing dynamic strategies. A well-designed dynamic warm-up routine activates your muscles, increases blood flow, and optimizes your performance during training and races.

Integrating warm-up routines and drill practices into your marathon training plan is essential. Coach Chris offers guidance on scheduling, frequency, and customization to suit your individual needs. By incorporating these practices consistently, you can maximize your potential and achieve better results in your marathon journey.

Subscribe to our Marathon Podcast for regular updates on training tips and inspiring stories. Lace up your shoes and embark on a journey to maximize your marathon training with Coach Chris Knighton as your guide. Together, let's elevate your performance and achieve your marathon goals.

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INFORMATION ABOUT COACH CHRIS KNIGHTON:
Coach Chris Knighton is the head coach at Knighton Runs Marathon Coaching and the author of the book, Run Faster Marathons: The Proven Path to PR. He is a trusted running coach and passionate distance runner living in Providence, Rhode Island with his wife and 9-month-old daughter

Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Chris did not start running until his late twenties but quickly grew into a consistent top-10 finisher in road and trail races throughout New England. He has been a vegan athlete for his entire adult life and credits much of his success in sports to making healthy diet and lifestyle choices.

In 2014, Chris left a soul-crushing job to pursue his dreams. He thru-hiked the 2180-mile Appalachian Trail that summer and realized if he had the courage and capacity to accomplish this journey, he should easily be able to take on any life challenge.

Chris brings this mentally to his own running and coaching. He believes that the skills and confidence we develop to run faster marathons directly correlate to what’s needed to overcome any personal or professional challenge. Chris empowers his athletes to do what is necessary to go confidently in the direction of their dreams.

Chris received his USATF Level 1 Coaching Certification in 2019 and is Track & Field and Cross Country Coach at St. Mary Academy – Bay View in Riverside, Rhode Island.

Chris’s first book, Run Faster Marathons: The Proven Path to PR is available now on Amazon.

In this episode, the host interviews Jereny Rivera, a friend and super-fast marathoner who has become an expert in strength training for runners. 

Jereny shares her insights on the importance of strength training for overall marathon performance and provides tips and advice on incorporating strength training into your marathon training program.

Jereny discusses her approach to strength training as a marathon runner, which focuses on a combination of hyperthrophy, explosive movements, and maximum strength training. 

She highlights the benefits of incorporating strength training into your marathon training program, including injury prevention, improved running form, and increased endurance.

Jereny also provides valuable tips on how to balance the demands of marathon training and strength training, as well as how to avoid overtraining. 

She shares her favorite strength training exercises and routines, including exercises for the off-season to build strength and prevent injury.

For runners who are new to strength training, Jereny offers practical advice on how to get started and suggests exercises that can be done at home without equipment. She also addresses common concerns and fears that runners may have about strength training, such as feeling intimidated or not having access to a gym or equipment.

Whether you are a seasoned marathoner or a beginner, Jereny's expertise and insights on strength training for runners will help you improve your performance and stay injury-free. Tune in to this episode for valuable tips and advice on incorporating strength training into your marathon training program.

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In this episode, we spoke with running coach Chris Knighton about running form. We covered the basics of running form, including terminology such as foot strike and cadence. Chris explained the importance of having good form and how it can improve your running efficiency and reduce the risk of injury.

We also discussed the topic of foot strike and whether it really matters, as well as whether there is a perfect cadence for running. Chris shared five tips for improving your running form, such as focusing on your posture and engaging your core muscles. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, this episode will provide you with valuable insights into how to optimize your running form and get the most out of your runs.

 Chris’s instagram: @knightonruns

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Our Amazon Storefront where you will find his book as well: https://www.amazon.com/shop/runningpodcast/list/4Q1SAM3KS81G?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfrunningpodcast_4WQTFCC6V4KDXCBHCP4R

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Tags: Running, Running form, Foot strike, Cadence, Injury prevention, Coaching, Fitness, Training, Tips.

INFORMATION ABOUT COACH CHRIS KNIGHTON:
Coach Chris Knighton is the head coach at Knighton Runs Marathon Coaching and the author of the book, Run Faster Marathons: The Proven Path to PR. He is a trusted running coach and passionate distance runner living in Providence, Rhode Island with his wife and 9-month-old daughter

Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Chris did not start running until his late twenties but quickly grew into a consistent top-10 finisher in road and trail races throughout New England. He has been a vegan athlete for his entire adult life and credits much of his success in sports to making healthy diet and lifestyle choices.

In 2014, Chris left a soul-crushing job to pursue his dreams. He thru-hiked the 2180-mile Appalachian Trail that summer and realized if he had the courage and capacity to accomplish this journey, he should easily be able to take on any life challenge.

Chris brings this mentally to his own running and coaching. He believes that the skills and confidence we develop to run faster marathons directly correlate to what’s needed to overcome any personal or professional challenge. Chris empowers his athletes to do what is necessary to go confidently in the direction of their dreams.

Chris received his USATF Level 1 Coaching Certification in 2019 and is Track & Field and Cross Country Coach at St. Mary Academy – Bay View in Riverside, Rhode Island.

Chris’s first book, Run Faster Marathons: The Proven Path to PR is available now on Amazon.

Happy medal Monday everyone! I had an idea, looking at this box of medals, to dig in there and show you guys some of my favorites.

My all time favorite medal is from the 2009 LA marathon, because they say you never fortget your first.

Seriously it is my favorite because one I love LA 

As you can see I cut the ribbon off because I didn’t care about it and didn’t know I was gonna collect the ribbons. 

But here it is, this is what set the seed, this was what got me started on the 40 plus marathons to this date