Hey everyone! Harrison here. Checking in with you all and sharing some of my pre-race jitters the night before my big race, the Mesa Marathon! We hope you’re all doing well, and we can’t wait to put out more content in the future… whenever that may be!

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When it comes to marathons, we talk all about the beautiful feeling it is to finish, but what about when we don't finish (DNF)? Apryl Tidd tells about her incredible marathon journey and how the Berlin Marathon took an unexpected turn. She also shares all about the Disney Dopey Challenge and the World Marathon Majors.

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Beginner marathoners are all around us--including reality TV stars! If you're a fan of Big Brother, chances are you know all about Zach Rance. What you might not know is after the show he fell into a depression and struggled with substance abuse. Through the compunding power of small changes in his life, he has made a 180-degree shift and recently completed his first marathon and Ironman. Listen to this episode to hear what he learned from his first marathon. 

Check out his website https://lifecoachzach.com/ and find him on Instagram @zachrancey

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For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more.

How much do you run after your marathon is finished? How do you train between marathons? Can you run while pregnant? Kim shares her answers to these and more on this episode. Kim is an incredibly fast Boston qualifying marathoner and shares her thoughts daily with her massive Instagram following. Follow her journey and training insights @trackclubbabe.

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For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. 

Ken Rideout made the news when he won the Myrtle Beach Marathon the day before his 50th birthday. We had to meet him and learn what he does to increase his speed year over year. You will be inspired by the man behind this exciting episode! https://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/sports/marathon/article251087819.html

Follow Ken on Instagram @ken_rideout, and be sure to check out his podcast "The Fight with Teddy Atlas" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fight-with-teddy-atlas/id1450847408

For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummymarathoners and online at www.crummymarathoners.com. Join our Facebook Group, "Marathon Training for Beginners, Full & Half".

To see Emily's tips from this episode, watch the Youtube video here! https://youtu.be/Iw1fNnGANI4

In this episode, pro runner Emily Durgin teaches us 3 tips beginner runners can easily implement to improve their speed. PLUS we learn all about a day in the life of a professional athlete. You won't want to miss this one!

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For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummymarathoners and online at www.crummymarathoners.com. Join our Facebook Group, "Marathon Training for Beginners, Full & Half".

Almost every new runner has experienced shin pain! Have you? In this episode, Dr. Duane Scotti breaks down how to recognize shin splints, how to treat them, and how to prevent them. He also discusses the difference between shin splints and stress fractures. 

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For Duane's free e-book on shin splints, click this link! https://programs.sparkyourtraining.com/shinpain

For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummymarathoners and online at www.crummymarathoners.com. Join our Facebook Group, "Marathon Training for Beginners, Full & Half". 

She did it!!! Mo completed her first marathon! In this episode you'll hear all about her first race-day experience and how she overcame obstacles leading up to the race. Harrison shares how he got a major PR and how he dealt with a setback halfway through. Harrison and Mo completed the Limited Edition Wasatch Revel Marathon on April 30th, 2021. Huge thanks to Revel for putting on such a beautiful downhill race.

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For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummymarathoners and online at www.crummymarathoners.com

Fun fact! Did you know runner's knee is the #1 most common running injury? In this episode, Dr. Duane Scotti takes us through how to identify runner's knee, how to prevent it, and how to fix it. If you've ever had that achy feeling in your kneecap, this one's for you! If you've never felt pain in your knees, we still recommend tuning in! There are some solid exercises Duane mentions to keep your body healthy and pain-free!

Special thanks to Aftershokz for sponsoring this episode! Get 15% off using our link! aftershokz.com/crummymarathoners 

For Duane's free e-book on runner's knee, click this link! https://programs.sparkyourtraining.com/runnersknee 

For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummymarathoners and online at www.crummymarathoners.com

What is the taper, and why do we do it? How is it done properly? These are questions Mo and Harrison have been wondering considering the big day is 2 weeks away! Harrison's coach, Tyler Underwood, shares helpful tips to taper properly. PLUS, he shares a ton of other tips on how to prepare for race day when it is two weeks away. You'll learn why it's important to study the course map, why sleep the night before is rare, and why race jitters are a GOOD thing. Follow Tyler in Instagram @tunderface. 

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For those looking for content on marathon training, running, lifestyle, first-time marathon, new runner, beginner runner, half marathon, 5k, 10k, and more. Follow us on Instagram @crummymarathoners and online at www.crummymarathoners.com