The TCS Sydney Marathon is the newest Abbot World Marathon Major and we’re joined by race director Wayne Larden to learn more about it. We’ll answer questions like:

• How did the Sydney Marathon become a World Marathon Major?
• How to register for and get into the Sydney Marathon?
• What is the course like and can you run a fast time there?
• Why does the race start earlier in the morning than most majors? (6:30 am)
• How is the race going to support more runners?
• What happens to the 6-star medal after Sydney becomes a World Major?
• Why should you consider a trip to Sydney and what else is there to do there?

This episode is everything you need to know about the official new 7th world major. 

This is a huge change for Sydney to join the list of World Majors and we’re excited to bring you a sneak preview.

Sydney Marathon Website: https://www.tcssydneymarathon.com/marathon

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/408515473/tcs-sydney-marathon/

X: https://x.com/sydmarathon?lang=en

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This week’s show brought to you by:

Magic Mind

You listeners know I do the majority of my runs and workouts in the mornings. And like you, this often results in a major afternoon slump. From just overall fatigue to brain fog that makes it hard to be creative and productive.

Of course I’ve tried coffee and energy drinks, but while this provides a quick burst of energy, it doesn’t last long and it’s usually accompanied by jitters and feeling over-stimulated.

So, a few weeks ago this brand called Magic Mind reached out and they were like: Hey, you got to try our shots, you’ll get super focused. And if you love them, we’d love to sponsor the show, so I did and I really love them, so I wanna tell you guys all about them and why I accepted them as a sponsor.

I love that they have 3 strengths, from caffeine free to MAXX So, I can use them at all different times of the day and customize for exactly what I need - from a little pick me up to all the energy I need. 

This makes it so much easier to get the energy I need without the jitters or worrying about disrupting my sleep. 

Plus, their formula includes a ton of proven nootropics like L-theanine, lion's mane and cordyceps that reduce stress and enhance mental clarity. 

Now as they are launching, they have a limited offer of 60% off your subscription when you use the link magicmind.com/rttt

They also have a 100% money back guarantee. If you don’t like it they refund 100%, no questions asked.

MetPro

Using Metabolic Profiling, MetPro’s team of experts analyzes your metabolism and provides an individualized approach to obtaining your goals. 

Your MetPro coach then works with you to consistently make adjustments based on your metabolic data as well as how your plan fits your lifestyle. 

MetPro’s coaches are not only educated experts in their field, but they’re empathetic that people have demanding schedules and often stressful lives. They will work one-on-one with you to identify the best nutrition and fitness strategy that is going to work for your personal goals and lifestyle needs.

Get a complimentary Metabolic Profiling assessment and a 30-minute consultation with a MetPro expert at metpro.co/rttt

Running in groups adds a social element to training but it can be tricky finding a pace that works for everyone involved.

Today’s show is all about getting the most out of training in groups and we’ll speak about:

• How to use training groups to help push harder in workouts or make them feel easier
• What types of runs are better suited to running in groups
• How to keep yourself from going too quick when training with fast runners
• How to adapt workouts to runners with different running goals and fitness levels
• Examples of workouts to try with your friends or running club

Training in groups can provide the extra motivation you need to crush your next workout. All it takes is a little creativity if your friends are much faster or slower than you.

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This week’s show brought to you by:

Qualia Senolytic

As a masters runner, I am always on the lookout to prevent (or at least slow down) many of the common performance declines that happen with age.

Qualia Senolytic is designed to selectively target and eliminate damaged or dysfunctional cells in the body, which are called senescent cells. 

By removing these cells, senolytics aim to rejuvenate tissues, reduce inflammation, and reverse some aspects of aging. 

Early research has shown senolytics can… 

• Lead to a reduction in systemic inflammation
• Improve vascular function by reducing senescent cell burden in the arteries.
• Enhance muscle regeneration while also increasing exercise capacity and decreasing recovery time
• Lead to significant improvements in joint health

Ready to resist aging at the cellular level? Try Qualia Senolytic and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% off any purchase.

FAST INSOLES: Finally, Truly Custom Insoles Designed for Runners Without a Fancy Lab

If you’ve ever considered custom insoles to help with injuries or pain in your feet, but don’t have access to a running podiatrist or gait lab, then you’re going to want to check out these custom insoles from RUNFAST.

1. Their app uses your iphone’s hidden lidar camera to make a perfect 3d scan of your feet. The scan takes 2 minutes and is super easy to use.
2. Once the app has this perfect 3D scan of your feet and arches, they will begin fabrication of your custom insoles and deliver them right to your door.
3. Even better, the insoles are built specifically for runners, so they’re lightweight, flexible, and made from super-shoe materials.

Not only do you get the support to your arches and reduction to stress on the ball of your foot and heel, but the super-shoe material means they provide an amazing bounce to your stride.

To check out this amazing technology for yourself, head to runfast.co and use the code RC75 to get $75 off plus free shipping.

We’re covering the top news stories in running on today’s show, including a roundup of headlines including:

• Top American performances at the Boston Marathon
• Women’s course records at both the London Marathon and Boston Marathon
• Alex Yee runs the fastest marathon by a pro triathlete
• Tokyo Marathon running out of water cups
• What happened at the first Grand Slam Track Meets
• Faith Kipyegon to attempt breaking the 4-minute barrier in the mile
• And more…

We love the Spring racing season and if you missed some of the big races, this is your chance to hear the highlights all together in one podcast. 

Grand Slam Track Schedule: https://www.grandslamtrack.com/events

Breaking 4 Project: https://about.nike.com/en/newsroom/releases/breaking4-faith-kipyegon-vs-the-four-minute-mile

McKirdy Micro Races: https://mckirdytrained.com/mckirdy-micro-races/

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This week’s show brought to you by:

MAS Iron

Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races. 

Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance.

The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize.

In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed.

But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance.

By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market.

In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%.

Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron.  Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase.

MetPro

Using Metabolic Profiling, MetPro’s team of experts analyzes your metabolism and provides an individualized approach to obtaining your goals. 

Your MetPro coach then works with you to consistently make adjustments based on your metabolic data as well as how your plan fits your lifestyle. 

MetPro’s coaches are not only educated experts in their field, but they’re empathetic that people have demanding schedules and often stressful lives. They will work one-on-one with you to identify the best nutrition and fitness strategy that is going to work for your personal goals and lifestyle needs.

Get a complimentary Metabolic Profiling assessment and a 30-minute consultation with a MetPro expert at metpro.co/rttt

Springtime is here and the new season is a perfect time to update your running wardrobe. 

We’re joined by Lynn Bourque, owner of the Runners Shop specialty store in Toronto, Canada with advice on finding gear that will keep you excited to run including:

• What to do with your worn out or winter gear
• When it might be time to replace your old running shoes
• What are the latest running trends in shoes and apparel
• What materials to look for in running gear for warmer weather
• What style trends are popular among runners in 2025
• Recommendations for accessories to add to your Spring running lineup

Support your local running store and our podcast today as we help you gear up for Spring.

The Runners Shop Website: www.therunnersshop.com

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This week’s show brought to you by:

Qualia Senolytic

As a masters runner, I am always on the lookout to prevent (or at least slow down) many of the common performance declines that happen with age.

Qualia Senolytic is designed to selectively target and eliminate damaged or dysfunctional cells in the body, which are called senescent cells. 

By removing these cells, senolytics aim to rejuvenate tissues, reduce inflammation, and reverse some aspects of aging. 

Early research has shown senolytics can… 

• Lead to a reduction in systemic inflammation
• Improve vascular function by reducing senescent cell burden in the arteries.
• Enhance muscle regeneration while also increasing exercise capacity and decreasing recovery time
• Lead to significant improvements in joint health

Ready to resist aging at the cellular level? Try Qualia Senolytic and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% off any purchase.

Pique

We’ve done quite a few podcast episodes on the performance benefits of caffeine.

But, if you’re like many runners I know, pre-run coffee often leaves you with jitters or stomach issues.

That’s why I was so excited when I found Nandaka by Pique—the ultimate coffee alternative designed to power your runs, your training, and your recovery.

So, what makes Nandaka different?

Most so-called “coffee alternatives” don’t actually provide functional energy. But Nandaka is built for endurance 

Unlike coffee, which spikes your energy and leaves you crashing mid-run, Nandaka fuels you with steady, sustained endurance—no spikes, no crashes, just clean energy that lasts. 

Nandaka provides its caffeine from fermented probiotic teas, which provide a slow-release caffeine that prevents jitters and gives you sustained release for those long runs workouts. 

It also contains cordyceps mushrooms, which help boost VO2 max, delivering more oxygen to your muscles for better endurance 

Plus, the probiotic teas mean no digestive distress like you often get with coffee. 

If you’re tired of running on fumes—or worse, running on coffee crashes—it’s time to make the switch. 

Right now, Pique is offering 20% off for life AND a free Starter Kit with your first purchase. 

Go to Piquelife.com/run and start running on real energy today. 

Your legs, your lungs, and your PRs will thank you

On today’s show we’re helping you solve some common problems that only runners understand, including:

• How to deal with a Black Toenail
• How to carry all of your gels and nutrition 
• Dealing with all of the extra laundry from dirty workout gear
• Trying to tell if you’re actually injured or just sore
• How to pack all you running gear for a trip
• What to do with your extra time on a rest day

Runners are a tough group and we love that about the sport. We’re runners just like you and doing our part to help solve your most common running-related struggles.

• Blister Prevention: https://www.blister-prevention.com
• Planted Runner GU Copycat Recipe: https://theplantedrunner.com/copycat-gu-gels/
• Planted Runner UCAN alternative: https://theplantedrunner.com/generation-ucan-alternative-you-can-make-for-pennies/
• Naked Belt: https://nakedsportsinnovations.com/
• SPI Belt: https://spibelt.com/collections/running-belts

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This week’s show brought to you by:

Qualia Senolytic

As a masters runner, I am always on the lookout to prevent (or at least slow down) many of the common performance declines that happen with age.

Qualia Senolytic is designed to selectively target and eliminate damaged or dysfunctional cells in the body, which are called senescent cells. 

By removing these cells, senolytics aim to rejuvenate tissues, reduce inflammation, and reverse some aspects of aging. 

Early research has shown senolytics can… 

• Lead to a reduction in systemic inflammation
• Improve vascular function by reducing senescent cell burden in the arteries.
• Enhance muscle regeneration while also increasing exercise capacity and decreasing recovery time
• Lead to significant improvements in joint health

Ready to resist aging at the cellular level? Try Qualia Senolytic and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% off any purchase.

Slumber

There’s no denying that sleep is one of the most powerful factors to upgrading your overall health and running performance. 

We all know it by now, but sometimes no matter how well-intentioned we are; getting good, quality sleep doesn’t come easy. 

Sometimes you can’t get your mind to relax, other times you toss and turn all night. One way or another, it all leads to poor quality sleep. 

That’s why we’ve partnered with Slumber, the leader in science-backed sleep supplements using CBN. 

CBN is a hemp-derived melatonin alternative which promotes rest, relaxation, and sleep. 

And it works. 

In a recent 2024 study, participants who used Slumbers Deep Zzzs CBN Gummies for 30 days reported significant improvements in time to sleep, got 72 minutes of extra deep, and reported waking up 1.5 less times per night on average. 

What I love most is that you can mix and match different formulations to specifically address your goals or your own struggles with sleep. 

If you want to see the research and learn more about how these amazing CBN gummies can help improve your sleep, head to slumbercbn.com/runnersconnect 

Plus, this link will get you 30% off. 

Just about every runner has made the mistake of going too fast on a recovery run and paid the price. There’s a lot of things that we know we should do as runners and still get them wrong. 

Coach Jeff brings his years of coaching experience to the show to share why runners make these 5 easy to fix mistakes:

• Overdoing recovery runs
• Ineffective strength training
• Rationalizing not having enough time
• Running through injury
• Eating the wrong fuel before and after training

You might think this list looks basic, and you’d be right. Even veteran runners screw up the easy stuff sometimes and fixing them can help you to make massive performance gains.

Marathon training is hard, so don’t screw up the easy stuff. 

Training Pace Calculator: https://runnersconnect.net/long-and-easy-run-pace/

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This week’s show brought to you by:

MAS Iron

Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races. 

Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance.

The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize.

In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed.

But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance.

By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market.

In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%.

Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron.

Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase.

Previnex Joint Health Plus

Joint Health Plus from Previnex is clinically proven to reduce joint pain, joint stiffness,and improve joint flexibility in 7-10 days. 

In fact, it is clinically proven to be up to 5 times more beneficial than glucosamine and chondroitin alone or in combination.

I saw immediate results when I started using Joint Health Plus and that’s why I reached out to Previnex to see if we could put together an offer for you guys.

If you’re suffering from joint pain or simply want to get a jump start on protecting your joint health as you get older, head to runnersconnect.net/joint and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% on your first order.

There’s an ongoing debate whether it’s harder to run in the heat or the cold; that’s a trick question because the answer is whatever you’re less prepared for.

Racing season is here and we want to help you prepare for any condition with topics like:

• How much temperature affects running performance 
• What is the impact of weather conditions like wind and rain
• Is there such a thing as perfect running weather 
• How to prepare for the potential conditions of your goal race
• How to dress for any weather you might encounter during a race

There’s nothing better than a cool and clear day with no wind but the truth is that this doesn’t happen very often. We’re joined by coach Andie on the show to talk about what you can do to get the best result possible in any weather.

Temperature calculator

How running in the cold impacts performance

Impact of running in the wind

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This week’s show brought to you by:

MAS Iron

Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races. 

Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance.

The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize.

In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed.

But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance.

By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market.

In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%.

Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron. Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase.

Pique

We’ve done quite a few podcast episodes on the performance benefits of caffeine.

But, if you’re like many runners I know, pre-run coffee often leaves you with jitters or stomach issues.

That’s why I was so excited when I found Nandaka by Pique—the ultimate coffee alternative designed to power your runs, your training, and your recovery.

So, what makes Nandaka different?

Most so-called “coffee alternatives” don’t actually provide functional energy. But Nandaka is built for endurance 

Unlike coffee, which spikes your energy and leaves you crashing mid-run, Nandaka fuels you with steady, sustained endurance—no spikes, no crashes, just clean energy that lasts. 

Nandaka provides its caffeine from fermented probiotic teas, which provide a slow-release caffeine that prevents jitters and gives you sustained release for those long runs workouts. 

It also contains cordyceps mushrooms, which help boost VO2 max, delivering more oxygen to your muscles for better endurance 

Plus, the probiotic teas mean no digestive distress like you often get with coffee. 

If you’re tired of running on fumes—or worse, running on coffee crashes—it’s time to make the switch. 

Right now, Pique is offering 20% off for life AND a free Starter Kit with your first purchase. 

Go to Piquelife.com/run and start running on real energy today. 

Your legs, your lungs, and your PRs will thank you

You may have never heard of Molly Bookmyer, but since overcoming two brain surgeries in 2015 she’s quickly becoming one of the top US Women’s Marathoners. 

Molly opened up about her health struggles and her path to elite running with questions like:

• How Molly overcame the odds to run a 2:28 marathon after two brain surgeries
• How she balances training as an elite with a full-time job
• When Molly realized she had undiagnosed Celiac’s disease and how discovering this has changed her fueling
• What are Molly’s goals for the 2025 London Marathon where she’ll be toeing the line against some of the world’s best marathon runners

Molly Bookmyer is currently a Oiselle sponsored athlete and two-time Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier with a 2:28 personal best after winning the 2024 Twin Cities Marathon.

Molly finally considers herself healthy after a long stretch of sickness and injury and will be a name to look out for when she toes the line at this year’s London Marathon.

Molly Bookmyer 2024 Olympic trials athlete bio

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This week’s show brought to you by:

Qualia Senolytic

As a masters runner, I am always on the lookout to prevent (or at least slow down) many of the common performance declines that happen with age.

Qualia Senolytic is designed to selectively target and eliminate damaged or dysfunctional cells in the body, which are called senescent cells. 

By removing these cells, senolytics aim to rejuvenate tissues, reduce inflammation, and reverse some aspects of aging. 

Early research has shown senolytics can… 

• Lead to a reduction in systemic inflammation
• Improve vascular function by reducing senescent cell burden in the arteries.
• Enhance muscle regeneration while also increasing exercise capacity and decreasing recovery time
• Lead to significant improvements in joint health

Ready to resist aging at the cellular level? Try Qualia Senolytic and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% off any purchase.

MAS Iron

Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races. 

Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance.

The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize.

In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed.

But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance.

By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market.

In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%.

Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron. Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase.

Today, we’re getting a behind the scenes look into the most iconic event on the marathon racing calendar: the Boston Marathon.

Lauren Proshan is the Chief of Race Operations & Production for the Boston Athletics Association (BAA) and joins us on the show to help answer questions including:

• How many staff and volunteers it takes to put on a race for 30,000+ runners
• Why the race starts later in the morning than most marathons
• How to get to the startline on race day
• How to avoid lines at the expo
• Where to find places to go to the bathroom on race day
• How to prepare for the unpredictable weather conditions in Boston
• What else you can do to prepare for the Boston Marathon weekend

We’re getting the inside scoop on what it takes to organize the entire marathon weekend including Lauren’s best tips to help you prepare to throw down in Beantown.

Boston Marathon Website

BAA Official App

Boston Marathon Training Guide from Runners Connect

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This week’s show brought to you by:

Qualia Senolytic

As a masters runner, I am always on the lookout to prevent (or at least slow down) many of the common performance declines that happen with age.

Qualia Senolytic is designed to selectively target and eliminate damaged or dysfunctional cells in the body, which are called senescent cells. 

By removing these cells, senolytics aim to rejuvenate tissues, reduce inflammation, and reverse some aspects of aging. 

Early research has shown senolytics can… 

• Lead to a reduction in systemic inflammation
• Improve vascular function by reducing senescent cell burden in the arteries.
• Enhance muscle regeneration while also increasing exercise capacity and decreasing recovery time
• Lead to significant improvements in joint health

Ready to resist aging at the cellular level? Try Qualia Senolytic and use the code RTTT15 to save 15% off any purchase.

Pique

We’ve done quite a few podcast episodes on the performance benefits of caffeine.

But, if you’re like many runners I know, pre-run coffee often leaves you with jitters or stomach issues.

That’s why I was so excited when I found Nandaka by Pique—the ultimate coffee alternative designed to power your runs, your training, and your recovery.

So, what makes Nandaka different?

Most so-called “coffee alternatives” don’t actually provide functional energy. But Nandaka is built for endurance 

Unlike coffee, which spikes your energy and leaves you crashing mid-run, Nandaka fuels you with steady, sustained endurance—no spikes, no crashes, just clean energy that lasts. 

Nandaka provides its caffeine from fermented probiotic teas, which provide a slow-release caffeine that prevents jitters and gives you sustained release for those long runs workouts. 

It also contains cordyceps mushrooms, which help boost VO2 max, delivering more oxygen to your muscles for better endurance 

Plus, the probiotic teas mean no digestive distress like you often get with coffee. 

If you’re tired of running on fumes—or worse, running on coffee crashes—it’s time to make the switch. 

Right now, Pique is offering 20% off for life AND a free Starter Kit with your first purchase. 

Go to Piquelife.com/run and start running on real energy today. 

Your legs, your lungs, and your PRs will thank you

Matt Fitzgerald is the author of well-known books like 80/20 endurance and in his most recent book titled “Chasing Mastery”, he provides 25 lessons to reach your full athletic potential.

During the episode, we discussed topics including:

• What it means to achieve mastery of your sport
• What are the habits of elite athletes that succeed in reaching their full potential
• Why keeping your training fun and hard is key to staying motivated
• How to top athletes succeed using very different training strategies
• Why personal character matters when it comes to improving as an athlete
• What Matt’s personal pursuit of mastery has looked like as a non-elite runner and author

Matt makes it clear that mastering running has nothing to do with talent. Instead, he shows how anyone can become your best self as a person and athlete.

Chasing Mastery book purchase: https://8020books.com/product/chasing-mastery/

80/20 endurance coaching and training resources: https://www.8020endurance.com/8020-endurance-books-best-training-resources/

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This week’s show brought to you by:

Lagoon

Lagoon specializes in making pillows designed specifically for runners and athletes to help them optimize their sleep and recovery.

Their sleep quiz pairs you with the perfect pillow for you based on sleep position, body size and more.

And the data on sleep improvement isn’t only from research papers. Using her whoop device, US Olympic Trials marathon qualifier Caitlin Keen saw her deep, restorative sleep increase by 52 minutes when she switched to a Lagoon pillow.  

If you want to see the dramatic affect a pillow designed just for you can be, head to lagoonsleep.com/top

Then take their awesome 2 minute sleep quiz that matches you with the Lagoon pillow that’s perfect for you. Plus, if you use the code TOP at checkout, you’ll also save 15% off your purchase. 

MAS Iron

Outside of training deficiencies, low iron is one of the most common reasons for poor results during workouts and races. 

Recent research indicates that almost 56% of male runners and 86% of female runners suffer from an iron deficiency that severely hampers performance.

The problem with eating iron-rich foods or supplementing with traditional iron supplements is that iron is notoriously difficult for the body to absorb and utilize.

In fact, only about 25% of dietary iron found in animal sources is absorbed while 17% or less of the iron from plant sources is absorbed.

But MAS Iron has found a way to combat these absorption issues to ensure you can get the iron you need for health and performance.

By combining the most efficiently absorbed form of elemental iron with clinically proven ingredients to aid in absorption, MAS Iron performs like no other iron product on the market.

In fact, clinical research has shown the combination of ingredients in MAS Iron can quadruple absorption and increase bioavailability by 30%, all while reducing GI issues by 50%.

Check out the research and the results for yourself at masedge.com/iron. Runnersconnect fans will automatically save 20% on any purchase.