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Marathon Handbook Podcast

Marathon Handbook
Boston Marathon
Running
Nike
Marathon Training
Marathon
Chicago Marathon
Super Shoes
London Marathon
New York City Marathon
Running Shoes
Half Marathon
Tokyo Marathon
Eliud Kipchoge
Berlin Marathon
Adidas
Barkley Marathons
Faith Kipyegon
Olympics
Nutrition
Sifan Hassan

Marathon Handbook's weekly podcast covers everything you need to know about running, from running your first 5K to qualifying for the Boston Marathon! Each week, our editors chat about what's going on in the running scene, as well as timely training tips, the best new gear, and what's happening at the world's biggest races. We'll cover everything from the Boston Marathon to the Barkley Marathons, ... more

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This week Michael, Alex, and Katelyn dig into the mailbag for some of the toughest questions runners face: how much you can realistically improve in six months before a goal marathon, whether it's insane to run two World Marathon Majors a month apart... more

This week on the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael, Katelyn, and Alex kick things off with a recap of Alex's busy wedding weekend on Prince Edward Island, complete with a surprise timed 5K. Then it's into a full Q&A covering some of our most-request... more

This week on the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci tackle a stacked mailbag of running questions covering race-day super shoes, chronic blisters, heart rate confusion, and exactly how long your longest training run... more

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Randi Zuckerberg is best known as the sister of Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg, but in the ultra running world, she's building a reputation entirely her own. After a 20-year running hiatus, Randi returned to the sport in 2023 and has since completed tw... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Cyr
Shoe expert, guest on multiple episodes
Episode: Chronic Blisters, HR vs RPE, & The Truth About Marathon Long Runs
Randi Zuckerberg
Entrepreneur, author, and ultramarathon runner
Entrepreneurship; ultrarunning
Episode: Randi Zuckerberg on Running Cocodona 250 TWICE, Baja FKT & Achieving a Marathon PR at 44
Jessy Carveth
News editor and special guest
Marathon Handbook
Episode: How to Run a Goal Half Marathon: Everything You Need to Know
Jimmy Whelan
Professional cyclist turned professional runner
Salomon athlete
Episode: Running is Healthier than Cycling? Jimmy Whelan's Switch to Pro Running & 2028 Olympics Chase
Rory Linkletter
Canadian marathoner, elite road runner turning to trail
Various (athlete)
Episode: Trump's D.C. Golf Course Could Change the Marine Corps Marathon's Blue Mile, CIM Doubles & Rory Linkletter Goes Trail
Jakob Ingebrigtsen
Elite middle-distance runner, Olympic champion
Nike athlete (sponsors discussed)
Episode: Jakob Ingebrigtsen: Achilles Recovery, the Josh Kerr Rivalry & His Marathon Future
Alex Hutchinson
Outside columnist, author of Endure
Outside Magazine
Episode: The Science Behind the Sub-2 Hour Marathon: Alex Hutchinson on Sawe, Kejelcha & the New Era of Running
Sebastian Sawe
Elite marathoner, sub-2 hour hopeful, interviewed post-race
Episode: The First Sub-2 Marathon: Sawe & Kejelcha Make History | 2026 London Marathon Instant Reaction
Bobbi Gibb
First woman to finish Boston Marathon in 1966, three-time winner
Independent athlete/Marathon Handbook guest
Episode: Mile Zero — Bobbi Gibb, Amby Burfoot & CJ Albertson LIVE in Boston

Hosts

Michael Doyle
Host with Marathon Handbook expertise; long-time running journalist and commentator with deep knowledge of training, race strategy, and gear.
Katelyn Tocci
Co-host known for training insights and race psychology, often providing data-driven angles and audience-friendly explanations.
Alex Cyr
Co-host and contributor focusing on training science, race analysis, and gear discussions with practical applications for listeners.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 368 ratings
  • Terrific Podcast

    Discovered this podcast a few months ago and it really changed my running, helped me hit new PRs and teaches me so much. I look forward to new episodes that keep me company on long training runs and keep me entertained the whole way. I highly recommend this Pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AS From NYC
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Team. Great Pod

    Good stuff! Thanks for your coverage. One recommendation: give us a run down of the race in your instant reaction pod. Break the race down a bit more and describe where the athletes were at certain points in the race. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JDfromDC
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Show

    I discovered this podcast a few months ago, and now it’s part of my weekly routine. Really enjoy the different topics and discussions from training tips to following the elite runners. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zach Haskin
    United States3 months ago
  • Listen every week!

    I pretend they’re my friends and I love listening to them every week! Great to feel part of the community and learn a lot along the way!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cherimoyalover
    United States4 months ago
  • Educational and enjoyable

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ttc14
    Canada4 months ago

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Audience feels like a community; hosts are credible and relatable, a strong combo for sponsorships and collaborations.
Professional, data-driven and entertaining—great mix for runners who want both science and banter.
Covers elite racing and gear with practical tips for everyday runners.
Some listeners crave deeper sourcing or more rigorous evidence on broad generalizations, but overall positive and highly engaging.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#13
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#7
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#36
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#21
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#47
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#82
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Alex's Wedding 5K PLUS How to Balance a Busy Lifestyle with Marathon Training
Q: What are practical ways to fit marathon training into a busy life with family commitments?
Split running can work for easy runs, but long runs should generally be done in one continuous block; prioritize early mornings or evenings for workouts and consider adding light strength training at night to balance the schedule.
Chronic Blisters, HR vs RPE, & The Truth About Marathon Long Runs
Q: Should I pause my watch during recovery intervals to improve apparent pace data?
No. Do not pause; instead rely on interval splits and overall workout data to judge pacing and consistency, and use recovery data to gauge you can repeat the interval at the prescribed pace.
Chronic Blisters, HR vs RPE, & The Truth About Marathon Long Runs
Q: How should I train with my race day shoe?
Use a three shoe system and reserve the fast shoe for key workouts and race days, while using an easy shoe for most runs; also consider testing the shoe in longer runs to gauge durability and avoid surprises on race day.
How to Find Your Marathon Goal Pace, Super Shoes for Every Runner & Is Running Full of "Bro Science"?
Q: What pace should Phil target for his fall marathon based on his 1:38 half marathon?
Use the VDOT result as a starting point (around 3:24 marathon pace) and then treat marathon pace as a moving target that should be adjusted through training, intervals, and perceived exertion; begin around 3:30 per kilometer and gradually fine-tune based on how the effort feels and heart rate data.
How to Set Long-Term Running Goals (And Actually Achieve Them)
Q: If you have a five-year plan toward a long-term goal, how should you sequence races and distance emphasis?
Begin with shorter, faster races to build speed, then progressively add longer distances, incorporating a marathon later in the plan if appropriate, always prioritizing consistency and recovery.

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This show centers on running culture, training, elite and community racing, and gear—delivering a mix of practical performance tips, race analysis, and behind-the-scenes race week coverage. Across episodes, listeners hear in-depth science-informed discussions of sub-2-hour marathon debates, shoe technology, fueling strategies, and race-day tactics, balanced with lively banter and personal anecdotes from seasoned runners and industry guests. Notably, guests range from elite athletes and coaches to journalists and gear experts, making the show a go-to for both competitive runners and sport-tech enthusiasts seeking context on trends, race strategy, and the evolving running ecosystem.

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Recent guests on Marathon Handbook Podcast include:

1. Alex Cyr
2. Randi Zuckerberg
3. Jessy Carveth
4. Jimmy Whelan
5. Rory Linkletter
6. Jakob Ingebrigtsen
7. Alex Hutchinson
8. Sebastian Sawe

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