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s1/e37 "Faster Over 40" Training as a Masters Runner with Claire Bartholic (@theplantedrunner)


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Can you get "faster as a master", i.e. get faster over 40? Heck yes!! Claire Bartholic (@theplantedrunner) joins the podcast this week to talk about her journey in running her fastest times over the age of 40, and how your training as a masters runner might change compared to when you were younger!

  • CAN you get faster over 40?
  • How cross-training might benefit masters runners more
  • Alternatives to the 7-day training week for additional recovery
  • Why strength training is MORE important for masters runners
  • Are you running too much or not running enough?
  • Sleep tips for the busy person
  • Other common considerations for masters runners!
  • Get your FREE Ultimate Fueling Guide for Runners here! 

    Listen to Claire on The Run to the Top Podcast!

    Claire Bartholic finished her first marathon at age 38 in a respectable 4:02 and was immediately hooked. She became a student of the marathon using Jeff Gaudette’s training philosophy and RunnersConnect coaching. With dedicated coaching and training, she successfully lowered her marathon PR to 2:58, remarkably without injury, and entirely plant-based. Claire is a multiple-time Boston Marathon qualifier, state Master’s Marathon Champion, and a competitive Master’s athlete. Claire is also the host of one of first and most popular running podcasts, The Run to the Top!


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