Marathon Handbook Podcast

• 2025 Boston Marathon Instant Reaction Podcast

  Editors Alex Cyr, Michael Doyle and Katelyn Tocci host an instant reaction episode, live from near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. They break down the phenomenal elite races, as well as Katelyn's experience running the marathon.Watch a replay of our Watch-Along Live Stream of the Boston Marathon:https://youtube.com/live/y5enYRMrI1U⏱️ Timestamps & Chapters00:00 – Welcome to Boston!Michael, Katelyn, and Alex reunite for a live post-marathon pod near the finish line.01:30 – Katelyn’s Boston Marathon RecapA chaotic start, crowded early miles, fueling on the fly, and a brutally nostalgic homecoming through Newton. Katelyn shares what it’s like to race Boston 20 years after her first time—and why this one was so special despite the cramps, hills, and heartbreak.14:00 – Can You PR in Boston?Short answer: probably not. The trio debates the myth of the Boston PR.16:30 – Marathoning vs. UltrasKatelyn compares the marathon grind to ultra running—her verdict might surprise you.⸻🏃‍♀️ Elite Women’s Race Breakdown (starts at 20:15)20:15 – High Stakes from the GunBuriso and Yehualaw force the pace early; Lokedi comes ready to rewrite her 2024 ending.22:30 – Revenge and RecordsLokedi outkicks Obiri in a dramatic role reversal from last year and shatters the course record.26:00 – American HighlightsJess McClain stars with a 3-minute PR; Des Linden retires with grace.⸻🏃‍♂️ Elite Men’s Race Recap (starts at 28:55)28:55 – Surprise Front PackMantz, Young, Linkletter, and others shake up the race early.31:00 – John Korir’s Perfect BreakawayMichael’s pick pays off: Korir surges at mile 20 and holds on for the win.34:45 – Mantz’s BreakthroughAlmost grabs the American Boston record (2:05:08) and reclaims his Strava crown from Alex.37:00 – Major PRs + New American NameLinkletter (2:07:02), Young (2:07:04), and Ryan Ford (2:08:00) impress.⸻🏁 Closing Thoughts (starts at 39:00)39:00 – Favorite Moments & ReflectionsKatelyn reflects on letting go of time goals and running with joy.41:30 – What’s NextLooking ahead to the 2025 London Marathon and future live coverage.Join the conversation on our socials:Follow us on IG: https://instagram.com/marathon.handbookFollow us on Tikok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marathon.handbookLike us on FB: https://facebook.com/marathonhandbookFollow us on X: https://x.com/MarathonHB#bostonmarathon #2025bostonmarathon

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• 2025 Boston Marathon Deep Dive: Strategy, Storylines, and What To Watch

  We’re back with a full preview of the 2025 Boston Marathon! Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci break down everything you need to know heading into race weekend:Start times and how to watchElite field preview + American hopefulsKatelyn’s emotional story about her first Boston Marathon in 2003Course breakdown + pacing strategyAlex’s weather forecast + key adviceLive show details (Saturday night!)Predictions: who’s winning Boston 2025?🎥 Watch our live stream during the race (Monday @ 9 AM ET) right here:https://youtube.com/live/y5enYRMrI1U?feature=shareHow to watch the lives stream and broadcast:https://marathonhandbook.com/how-to-watch-the-2025-boston-marathon-a-complete-guide-for-spectators-and-viewers/Amby Burfoot's essay on his most cherished Boston momento:https://marathonhandbook.com/ive-run-28-boston-marathons-and-i-even-won-one/Our Ultimate Guide to the Pop-Ups and Shakeout Runs in Boston:https://marathonhandbook.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-boston-marathon-weekend-pop-up-shops-and-shakeout-runs/Get fired up with deep insights, pro tips, and the spirit of Boston. Don’t forget to check out our post-race instant reaction episode coming Monday afternoon.Chapters with Timestamps:00:00 - Intro + Hosts Check-In  01:20 - Boston Marathon Preview Overview  02:36 - Live Show Announcement  04:25 - Watch-Along Plans for Monday  05:06 - Team Vibes and Schedule  06:27 - Katelyn's Instant Reaction Plan  08:21 - Boston Start Times Breakdown  09:33 - Katelyn's Boston Story (2003)  12:30 - Alex’s Boston Experience  15:51 - Boston Trivia Game  25:04 - Course Strategy + Amby’s Advice Tease  28:38 - Newton Hills & Course Psychology  35:16 - Finish Line Magic  36:08 - Weather Forecast  40:40 - Women’s Elite Field Breakdown  45:33 - Top American Women Picks  48:03 - Women’s Winner Predictions  52:34 - Men’s Elite Field Breakdown  58:06 - Top American Men Picks  1:02:29 - World Marathon Majors Rankings  1:06:52 - Final Thoughts + What’s Next  Over 230,000 runners read our newsletter. Sign up here and get our free book The 26 Golden Rules Of Running:https://marathonhandbook.com/newsletter/Our free marathon training plans:https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/Follow us on IG: https://instagram.com/marathon.handbookFollow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marathon.handbookLike us on FB: https://facebook.com/marathonhandbookFollow us on X: https://x.com/MarathonHB#BostonMarathon #RunningPodcast #MarathonPreview #Boston2025 #NewtonHills #AmbyBurfoot #HelenObiri #ConnorMantz 

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• Best Marathon Training Tips, Shoe Advice, and Speed Goggles?! | Spring 2025 Mailbag

  Mailbag time! In this spring edition, we dig into your listener questions covering all things running—from training tweaks to shoe reviews, marathon pacing, gels, treadmill strategies, and a deep dive into that eternal mystery: what are speed goggles?Plus, Michael shares coaching tips for kids’ running programs, Caitlin gives sunscreen recs for Honolulu, and Alex bravely admits to lazy calves. We’ve got something for every runner—whether you’re chasing a BQ or your first 5K finish.📍 LIVE SHOW ALERT! Join us April 19 at 5:30 PM at Trident Booksellers, Boston – Get your last-minute tickets (few left!):https://marathonhandbook.com/mile-zero/If the invite RSVP link is closed, email [email protected] and we'll see if there are spaces that become available!💬 Got a question for our next mailbag? Email us at: [email protected]🕓 Chapters with Timestamps:00:00 – Intro + Boston Live Show Preview02:19 – Mailbag Begins: Marathon Training Plan Structure11:28 – Zone 2 Confusion + Heart Rate Watch Accuracy18:23 – Training Kids & Coaching Advice27:09 – Heart Rate Spikes and Cardiac Drift33:52 – Treadmill vs Outdoor Running37:08 – Shuffling Feet Fixes40:30 – Gels During Races: How, When, and Where47:09 – Marathon Pacing Strategy51:07 – Gear Section: Why No Puma Love?57:09 – Is Brooks Hyperion Good for Slower Runners?01:03:08 – Adidas Evo SL vs Pro Evo Explained01:05:16 – Potpourri: Speed Goggles, Sunscreen, and Tattoos01:13:10 – Fan Shoutouts + Next Week’s Boston PreviewOver 230,000 runners read our newsletter. Sign up here and get our free book The 26 Golden Rules Of Running:https://marathonhandbook.com/newsletter/Our free marathon training plans:https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/Follow us on IG: https://instagram.com/marathon.handbookFollow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marathon.handbookLike us on FB: https://facebook.com/marathonhandbookFollow us on X: https://x.com/MarathonHB

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• Your 2025 Running Shoe Survival Guide: Trainers, Super Shoes, and What’s Worth Your Money

  IMPORTANT NEWS:🎉 We're hosting a LIVE PODCAST EVENT, happening Boston Marathon weekend, Saturday, April 19th, 2025, from 5:30PM to 7:30 PM.  at Trident Booksellers on Newbury Street. There will be free food, drinks and exclusive gear giveaways! Tickets are free, but very limited, so RSVP now with this link:https://forms.gle/zSrSDAjbSP3Gqqir7--------------------------In this jam-packed episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, we’re here to make sense of the ever-evolving running shoe landscape. From your daily trainers to the high-stakes world of super shoes—and the weird, wonderful category in between (hello, super trainers)—we cover it all.We kick things off with some personal updates: Katelyn is closing in on the Boston Marathon and taper madness is knocking on her door. Meanwhile, Alex shares the story of his sub-30 10K attempt in New York, the triumphs and misses, and what it’s taught him about racing, pacing, and self-talk.Then we get into the good stuff:👟 Everyday Trainers• What defines a great daily trainer in 2025?• The rise of supercritical foams in easy shoes• Top picks: ASICS Nimbus 27, Brooks Glycerin 22, New Balance 1080, On Cloudsurfer 2, Nike Vomero 18⚡ Super Shoes• The evolution of the carbon-plated racer• The lightweight race shoe renaissance (hello, Adidas Pro Evo)• Trust, performance, and the psychology of picking your race-day weapon• Top picks: Adidas Pro Evo, AlphaFly 3, Vaporfly 4, Metaspeed Paris, Adios Pro 4🌀 Super Trainers• What even is a super trainer?• The blur between workout and long-run shoes• The Pegasus Premium paradox, and why we kind of love it• Top picks: ASICS Superblast, On Cloud Monster Hyper, New Balance Rebel v4, Pegasus Premium, SuperComp Trainer🔗 Mentioned in this episode:• Tracksmith Eliot Runner review#running #runningshoes #marathontraining #supertrainers #supershoes #bostonmarathon #tracksmith #nikealpha #asicsnimbus #adidasproevo #shoereview

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• The BQ or the Sub-4:00 Mile? What Is The Biggest Milestone In Running?

  On today's episode, Alex, Katelyn and Michael debate about what the single biggest milestone is in all of running.First, Alex argues that it has to be the sub four minute mile, including the prospect that the barrier could conceivably be broken by a woman in the near future.Then, Katelyn stumps for the Boston Marathon qualifier (or BQ) as the single most significant milestone in all of running, as it's the benchmark for thousands of recreational runners each year, and is effectively the "Olympics for the every-person."Finally, Michael suggests that the sub two hour marathon on a legit marathon course is not only the greatest milestone in distance running, but it is the final frontier in marathoning.Over 230,000 runners read our newsletter. Sign up here and get our free book The 26 Golden Rules Of Running:https://marathonhandbook.com/newsletter/Our free marathon training plans:https://marathonhandbook.com/trainingplans/marathon-training-plans/Follow us on IG: https://instagram.com/marathon.handbookFollow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marathon.handbookLike us on FB: https://facebook.com/marathonhandbookFollow us on X: https://x.com/MarathonHB#marathontraining #bostonmarathon #eliudkipchoge #runningmotivation  #runningpodcast #running

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