Purple Patch Podcast

399 - A 2:34 Boston Marathon on 35mi/week: Rewriting The Marathon Training Playbook

03 Jun 2026

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Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! On this episode IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon hosts the Purple Patch Podcast, featuring Carl Sanic, who achieved a 2:34:49 marathon at the Boston Marathon using a low-mileage, multisport training approach. Carl, a Purple Patch athlete, leveraged cycling and swimming in addition to running, maintaining around 30-40 miles per week. He emphasized the importance of community, trusting the process, and proactive injury prevention through physical therapy. Carl's journey included overcoming initial skepticism and relied heavily on personalized coaching and a flexible training plan. He plans future challenges, including the Alcatraz triathlon. Matt Dixon offers complimentary consultations for those interested in Purple Patch coaching programs. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Register now and join upcoming webinars: https://go.purplepatchfitness.com/ironman2026 https://go.purplepatchfitness.com/marathon2026 Hiring Purple Patch Coach: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/careers-page Fast Track Run Squad: purplepatchfitness.com/fasttrackmarathon Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Get a free needs assessment and learn more about our programs: https://purplepatchfitness.simplybook.me/v2/#book/service/19 Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com

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Purple Patch Podcast

399 - A 2:34 Boston Marathon on 35mi/week: Rewriting The Marathon Training Playbook

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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