What I’ve Learned About Marathon Training as I’ve Gotten Older

About this episode

Coach Angie shares insights on marathon training as she has aged, covering recovery, nutrition, strength, and life balance.

In this episode Coach Angie shares what she’s learned about training as she’s gotten older. She ran her first marathon in 2008 and has since completed 72 marathons and ultras. What has she learned about recovery, nutrition, strength, and balancing running with life? Enjoy! Links Mentioned in This Episode Lagoon Sleep -take their awesome 2 minute sleep quiz to find your match. Use the code “MTA” for 15% off your first purchase. The North Face offers everything you want to outfit your next outdoor adventure from rugged, expedition-proven luggage to haul all of your gear, to award-winning trail running footwear and performance apparel! Never Stop Exploring IQBAR brain and body-boosting bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffees. Their Ultimate Sampler Pack includes all three! Get 20% off plus FREE shipping. Just text “MTA” to 64000.

People in this episode

Host: Angie

Topics covered

• marathon training
• aging
• recovery
• nutrition
• strength
• life balance

Keywords

• marathon
• ultras
• training
• fitness

Sponsors

Lagoon Sleep, The North Face, IQBAR

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Lagoon Sleep, The North Face, IQBAR

Books & works: This Episode Lagoon Sleep, MTA

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