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Marathon Handbook Podcast

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

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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Predicting your marathon race day pace is one of the trickiest parts of training: go out too conservative and you leave time on the table, go out too aggressive and you blow up in the last 10K. This week, Michael, Alex, and Katelyn break down how to ... more

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In this episode of The Marathon Handbook Podcast, hosts Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci dig into a stacked listener mailbag covering threshold training vs. easy miles, whether soccer is wrecking a marathon build, the run-walk method debate... more

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Is the Sydney Marathon a fast course, or one that eats you alive? Fresh off the 2026 race, we make both cases, work out how to actually run a PB here, and settle whether the trip across the world is worth it.

Recorded within the hour, with Alex stra... more

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Our complete 2026 Sydney Marathon preview, reported from the ground in Sydney, plus the full interview with race director Wayne Larden (38:37). The course and how to race it, start times and how to watch, and the deepest elite field Australia has eve... more

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Recent Guests

Wayne Larden
Race Director, Sydney Marathon
TCS Sydney Marathon
Episode: Is Sydney the Toughest Marathon Major? Our On-the-Ground 2026 Preview
Max Jolliffe
ultra runner and creator known for endurance racing and media presence
Satisfy athlete
Episode: Max Jolliffe on Winning Badwater 135, Heat Training & His Path to Running
Brad Stulberg
Author of The Way of Excellence, Master of Change and other books on excellence
Episode: Our 8 Tips for Running in the Heat
Josh Kerr
World-record mile runner; athlete featured in the episode
Brooks (Project 222 participant)
Episode: Inside Josh Kerr’s Mile World Record + We Interview Josh Kerr!
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

Hosts

Michael Doyle
Host of Marathon Handbook Podcast; long-running host with deep experience in running education and media.
Katelyn Tossey
Co-host and running coach; active voice on training strategy and community engagement.
Alex Cyr
Co-host and running coach contributor; provides technical insights and guest expertise.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 397 ratings
  • Top tips!

    Listened to the episode today about running in the heat in prep for a race - this was SO HELPFUL! Thank you! Great podcast .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kitchentable
    United States18 days ago
  • Heat training

    Hi

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gabucian
    Switzerland2 months ago
  • Highly Recommend

    Any runner would benefit from the insight on this pod - and it’s entertaining along the way too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jrossler
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 States5 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 States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Clear, data-driven coaching with engaging hosts.
Strong mix of gear talk, race coverage, and expert guests.
Community-driven and entertaining for long runs.
Audience-friendly, actionable advice for long-term running goals.
Banters feel authentic and knowledgeable without being preachy.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#18
United States/Sports/Running
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#7
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#23
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#16
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#29
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#29
Italy/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How to Balance Easy Miles & Threshold Training
Q: When should I expect that the whole run slow to go faster thing will work for threshold training?
Balance is key: avoid extreme threshold weeks and pair threshold sessions with easy days, and gradually include some marathon-pace or faster sections into long runs and a midweek workout to build confidence without overdoing it.
Is Sydney the Toughest Marathon Major? Our On-the-Ground 2026 Preview
Q: What moment made you feel Sydney had truly become an Abbott World Marathon Major, now in year two?
The Meet the Stars event on the Opera House forecourt drew thousands (around 8,000), signaling a major status moment and validating the city's commitment to delivering a strong major presence beyond elite runners.
Should You Switch Running Shoes Mid-Long Run?
Q: Should I switch shoes mid-long run, and does taking a break during a marathon long run affect race day performance?
Switching shoes during long runs can be situational: it may help if a shoe change improves comfort or performance, but breaks should be kept short to preserve the long-run stimulus. The hosts suggest testing the approach in training and minimizing downtime to retain the training load.
Is Cross-Training a Substitute for Running?
Q: Do you believe cross-training is a substitute or compliment or both to standard distance running?
The panel generally agrees it's a compliment for most healthy runners, with crossover substitutes only in injury or rehab situations; otherwise, running remains the core, with cross-training supporting recovery, durability, and aerobic conditioning.
Max Jolliffe on Winning Badwater 135, Heat Training & His Path to Running
Q: How do you balance creating content with actually racing at the highest level?
I learned to integrate storytelling and brand partnerships into my training, ensuring I can deliver value to sponsors while staying focused on performance and the race itself.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marathon Handbook Podcast

What is Marathon Handbook Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, gear- and training-forward show focused on endurance running, from first races to major marathons. Episodes mix coaching insights, race-day strategy, and performance psychology with hands-on gear discussions, heat training, and real-world Q&A from the running community. Notable strengths include data-informed training talk, accessible coaching guidance, and guest appearances ranging from elite athletes to industry experts, which helps listeners sharpen plan-driven progress while staying motivated. The format often blends actionable tips with light banter and community-driven questions, making it useful for runners seeking relatable, evidence-backed advice as well as insight into sponsorships, product choices, and major race cov... more

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Recent guests on Marathon Handbook Podcast include:

1. Wayne Larden
2. Max Jolliffe
3. Brad Stulberg
4. Josh Kerr
5. Randi Zuckerberg
6. Jessy Carveth
7. Jimmy Whelan
8. Rory Linkletter

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