The Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast, Jamal speaks with Maria Lindberg, a former Boston College All-American and accomplished marathon runner who qualified for the 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials at age 43.

Maria shares her journey from high school and collegiate running to motherhood, therapy, and becoming an elite marathoner.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mariacicerolindberg

Running Agency - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lead Pack Athletics

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast, Jamal sits down with Olivia Ruiz, a former Cal State Fullerton runner who competed in the 800 and 1500 before transitioning into half marathons, fashion, and lifestyle content.

Olivia shares how she discovered running, the surprise of breaking her high school 800-meter record, and the leap from junior college to Cal State Fullerton. She opens up about balancing student-athlete life, taking a year off after college, and finding her way back through a challenging half marathon. The conversation also explores training, confidence, patience, and building a life that blends performance, creativity, and self-expression.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runningintostyle

YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@runningintostyle

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast, Jamal sits down with Mati Dubas as he shares his journey from being a competitive swimmer at the University of Florida to transitioning into marathon running and coaching. He discusses the mental and physical challenges of athletic life, injury prevention, building community through run clubs, and balancing a busy lifestyle.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@matidubas

Run Club - ⁠⁠⁠⁠AM Running

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast, Jamal sits down with Trevor Stewart. He shares his journey from college lacrosse to building a community in New York City through running and lacrosse. He discusses resilience, community building, and the importance of access and representation in sports. What started as recreational play eventually became a serious pursuit through club lacrosse, inspired by the competitive environment around him.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@trevstu

Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Saint Stu

Run Club - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@stuesday

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast, Jamal sits down with Preston Ruth as he shares his journey from college athletics to life after sports, emphasizing mental resilience, the importance of community, and balancing training with life.

He discusses his experiences with injury, transitioning to road racing, coaching, and his new book, offering valuable insights for athletes navigating life beyond competition.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pruthruns⁠

Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Against the Clock (Book)

LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Preston Ruth (Author)

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast, host Jamal welcomes Drew Wendel from Kennesaw State University. Drew shares his transition from competitive sports to endurance and functional fitness.

After an outstanding college tennis career and setting all-time records at Kennesaw State, Drew transformed his mindset, embracing new challenges in endurance racing, Hyrox, and marathon running—all while balancing family and a professional career.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠@hybridwendel

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode, Cheyanne Stewart shares a powerful story of reinvention through sport.

She shares how she went from discovering golf as a high school sophomore in Arizona to becoming a standout collegiate player at Mesa Community College and North Carolina A&T, where she helped carry winning traditions and earned a national championship.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠@cheyanne.stewart

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality Podcast, host Jamal welcomes Kenzie and Zack Venus, a couple who transitioned from successful college soccer careers at Messiah University to competing in Hyrox events.

They discuss their journey from meeting in high school, playing soccer in college, and how their shared passion for fitness has evolved post-college. They also talk about their experiences with Hyrox competitions, including qualifying for the world championships, and their future goals, such as participating in marathons and Ironman events.

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Instagram - ⁠⁠@kvenusfit⁠⁠

Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠zackvenusfit

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode of the Retired Athlete Mentality podcast, host Jamal welcomes Alexander Levengood, a former soccer player from William & Mary and San Diego State University.

Alexander shares his journey from playing soccer in high school to pursuing a professional career. He discusses the challenges and experiences of transitioning from college sports to endurance running, including running marathons. Alexander emphasizes the importance of hard work, adaptability, and learning from setbacks.

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Instagram - ⁠@livewithlev_⁠

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on ⁠Instagram⁠ or at [email protected].

In this episode, Brittney Coronna shares her journey from Naval Academy athlete to endurance racing champion, discussing her mindset, training strategies, and balancing motherhood with athletic pursuits.

Discover insights on longevity in endurance sports, adapting training during pregnancy, and the importance of enjoying the sport.

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Instagram - @coronnab8

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If you played collegiate or professional sports and you now enjoy endurance sports please reach out to me on Instagram or at [email protected].