My First Marathon
Episodes
50: Sober Dad Running: A Journey Of Showing Up For Yourself w/ Brad Crawford
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thirteen months ago, this runner was plagued by addiction and was at the lowest point in his life where he had started thinking that life was no longe...
49: Training For An Ironman x3: Embracing the Hard w/ Kaitlin Carew
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're curious what it takes to train for three full Ironmans, this is the episode for you! This runner started running pretty young and eventually...
48: Advice From A PT: Lisa's Marathon Journey w/ Lisa Mitro
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we talk to a runner, physical therapist, run coach and social media influencer about the changes from her first marathon to her sec...
47: MY Second Marathon: Solo Episode
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been 9 months since I filmed my last solo episode breaking down how I trained from couch to marathon in 11 months. On today's episode we're bri...
46: Power In The Running Community: You Can Do Hard Things w/ Belle Ferguson
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest joins us all the way from Australia! We dive into her first year of running and how she truly was able to prove to herself in that time ...
45: Diagnosis To Marathon: Getting Hooked On Running In 5 Months w/ John Everest
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we get a unique experience from a runner who has only started his marathon journey 5 months ago. After a scary MS diagnosis, he kn...
44: Ordinary To Ultra: Goals Of Running Farther Not Faster w/ Brendon Boren
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays episode, I talk to the host of the Ordinary to Ultra podcast who you may have heard me on a few months back! We breakdown his journey into r...
43: The Bucket List: Running A Marathon With Team Ultra w/ Ned Hamilton
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we chat with a runner who talks about running as a way to help with his mental health. We get into how it's helped so much with hi...
42: Shifting Goals: What Gets You Into Running Is Different Than What Keeps You Running w/ Randy Hernandez
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we interview a runner whose first marathon training is fresh on his mind after running the Jersey City Marathon in April of this ye...
41: Running Internationally: Falling In Love With Running In The Peace Corps w/ Emmery Brakke-Lautman
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, I sit down with a runner with a super unique start to her running career. Most people we've interviewed on the show have maybe not...
40: Tips From A Coach: You Are Never Behind w/ Nick Savin
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we get a good mix of coaching advice from a wonderful run coach in the marathon space, and personal anecdotes and stories from his...
39: Embodying A Charity Runner: Running For More Than Yourself w/ Sonia Chand
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we chat with a podcast host, author, and charity runner who is passionate about running for others. We dive into what it really me...
38: Below Average Running: The People Around You Matter w/ Nicole Linn
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we sit down with THE Below Average Running leader as she breaks down her first and second marathon experiences. In the episode, we...
37: Boston From A Charity Lens: Another Perspective On Running Boston w/ Stephen Giuffre
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we get to hear another perspective on running Boston from someone who ran the Marathon with a charity instead of by BQ'ing. We've ...
36: COVID Couch To Marathon: Feeling Lost and Finding Running w/ The Manor Runs
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we interview a runner with the classic couch to 5k during COVID pipeline where he was searching for goals and a way to get outside,...
35: From Zero To Ultra And Back To Zero: Bouncing Back From Injury w/ Lane Babin
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we have another crossover guest! If you remember the very first guest episode with Cody Caswell, this is the runner who helped Cod...
34: Training For Your First Marathon: New Milestones Every Weekend w/ Lindsey Marquette
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Remember the episode with Ellie where she talked about running her first marathon with her college best friend? This is that friend! We get to hear th...
33: Taking the Pressure Off: Lessons Of Personal Growth w/ Trevor Swope
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we sit down with an inspiring runner who shares the highs and lows of his debut marathon journey. He opens up about the crucial le...
32: 4th Times The Charm: Forming a Post College Relationship with Running w/ Kayley Heller
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, I sit down with a runner who got the nudge she needed to run a marathon from family after years of cross country and casually runn...
31: Healing Through Endurance: A Story of Perseverance w/ Kallup McCoy II
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with a remarkable athlete and coach who transformed his life through the power of endurance sports. Battling ad...
30: The Disney Marathon: Learning To Love Running w/ Kacy Barker
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we interview a runner who had the classic "hater to lover" pipeline with running so if this is you, listen up! In 2020 like many, she started ru...
29: From Virtual to Victory: Finally Getting the Marathon You Wanted w/ Maria Long
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we hear from a runner and coach who took 4 marathons to finally get to the marathon she always hoped for. From running a virtual m...
28: Zero To NYC... Twice: Getting Two Chances at New York w/ Sean (Dadruns)
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we sit down with a runner who's been able to run NYC not once, but twice for his first two marathon experiences. We dive into how ...
27: Expect the Unexpected: Running Your Local Marathon w/ Emma Denbow
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Think about your first marathon experience, and then add in 90% of the racers moving to the half due to weather, an unexpected downpour, and limited a...
26: First Marathon Lessons: From Halfs To Full w/ Jasmeet Emani
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with a runner with marathoning fresh on her mind - she recently completed her first marathon at the 2024 Rock n' Roll Mara...
25: From First Marathon to Boston: Consistency and Inclusivity w/ Corey Wallace
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode, we sit down with a seasoned runner whose passion for the sport has spanned years. Their journey began with the nerves and...
24: Spontaneous Strides: How Soccer Shoes Led to Marathons w/ Joshua Condado
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with a runner whose journey began with soccer cleats and evolved into marathon shoes. We explore the spontaneity of his fi...
23: Running the Race You Needed: Unexpected NYC Marathon Lessons w/ Jess Wyatt
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, I sit down with Jess, an avid runner whose journey transcends personal achievement. We explore running inclusivity, mental health,...
22: 5k To Marathon Race Day: Surprising Yourself With A BQ w/ Amanda Yao
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of “My First Marathon,” we dive into the riveting journey of a runner who defied expectations. From a 5K and first marathon experi...
21: 111 Marathons and Still Running: Inspiring the Next Generation w/ Charlie Ross
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the incredible journey of a runner who has conquered an astounding 111 marathons and shows no signs of slowing down. Fro...
20: The Unofficial Race: The Mental Battle Of Running A Cancelled Marathon w/ Ellie Kania
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we get to sit down with Below Average Running ambassador Ellie who shares her unique experiences from five distinct marathons, each presenting i...
19: From Zero to NYC: Finding Confidence on the Marathon Journey w/ Jessica Cabrera
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, we chat with Jessica, a runner who recently transformed from a complete beginner to a marathon finisher. She shares her jou...
18: 20 Marathons Strong: Journey of Loss and Redemption w/ Sam Gerrits
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we sit down with Sam, a seasoned marathoner with 20 races and a decade of running under her belt. She shares the poignant story of losing a love...
17: Always Back To Running: An Always Evolving Relationship w/ Kegan Christian
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we sit down with Kegan, whose relationship with running has been quite the rollercoaster over the last decade. What started as a dr...
16: From Health Goals to Finish Lines: Journey to Marathon Love with Mentorship and Partnership w/ JC Rivera
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this episode as we lace up with JC, whose original plan to run for health reasons turned into a marathon of passion. Discover how a mentor’...
15: 18 Months To Marathon: Walking To Running w/ Travis Stewart
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we chat with Travis, who started off walking the dog as a way to get outside and moved and quickly was able to turn that into training and ...
14: Knowing Your "Why": Road to Boston w/ Jason Delavan
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into the inspiring story of Jason, a physical therapist and passionate runner whose ultimate goal was to qualify for the prestigiou...
13: Zero to Marathon: Proving To Yourself You Can Do It Along The Way w/ Julia Jones
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into Julia’s remarkable journey from a complete beginner to crossing the finish line at the Wilmington Marathon. We chat about ho...
12: Diving In Head First: Completing a Marathon, Ultra, and Pacing For The First Time In One Year w/ Amber Gomez
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we sit down with Amber, a true race enthusiast. She fearlessly embraced the running world, conquering her first marathon, an ultra mar...
11: Coming Full Circle: Running The Race You Watched On TV w/ Tony Galio
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tony to delve into his remarkable journey through three marathons. We talked about how incredible it was for him to ...
10: Decades Of Running: Running a Marathon 10 Years Apart w/ Shelley Aniciete
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we chat with Shelley, a seasoned runner with over 20 years of experience. She shares her journey from running her first marathon with...
9: Marathon Lessons: Learning From Every Race w/ Rachel Zimmerman
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as I chat with Rachel, a runner who has 15 years of running experience and 10 marathons under her. She discovered her passion for running from...
8: Motherhood and Miles: Adapting To The Unexpected w/ Noelle Sorola
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we sit down with Noelle to discuss her journey as a busy mom and marathoner. We delve into the highs and lows of her training, the unexpect...
7: Reframing Running: Finding What's Right For You w/ Erin Phifer
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Erin, an everyday enthusiast, shares her transformation from a skeptic to a passionate runner after running the 2023 Chicago Marathon. We dive into he...
6: From Impromptu 5k to Boston Qualifying: Igniting a Passion For Running w/ Scott Davidson
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode, we sit down with Scott who talks about how he stumbled upon an extraordinary talent in running. Scott’s journey to be...
5: Realistic Running: Creating a Space For All Paces w/ Makenzie Rink
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, I sat down with Makenzie, affectionately known as “The Realistic Runner” to chat about her transformative journey toward pace ...
4: Spectator to Marathoner: Finding Inclusivity In The Running World w/ Alex Hermanson
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Alex Hermanson shares his journey from spectator to conquering his first marathon in the iconic NYC Marathon. We talk about more than...
3: Hater to Finisher: Learning To Love Running w/ Fran Olivarez
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into Fran's incredible journey from hating running to embracing the marathon distance with open arms. Get ready to be inspired to s...
2: Pushing Limits: First Ultra Marathon Journey w/ Cody Caswell
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "My First Marathon" we're joined by real estate investor Cody Caswell as he walks us through his first marathon experience - which ...
1: MY First Marathon: Solo Episode
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a special first episode of the "My First Marathon" podcast, as host Taylor shares her unforgettable journey to completing her very first m...