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My First Marathon

My First Marathon
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Chicago Marathon
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New York City Marathon
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Half Marathon
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Eugene Marathon
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Join host Taylor as she sits down with runners from all walks of life to delve into their unforgettable first marathon experiences. From the nerves at the starting line to the euphoria of crossing the finish, each episode offers a candid look at the highs, lows, and unexpected twists of preparing for and conquering 26.2 miles for the first time. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just cons... more

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I get this question all the time from my first-time marathoners: if I don't have a time goal, why do I need to do speed work? In this week's mini episode, I'm breaking down exactly why I still program speed work for athletes who aren't chasing a spec... more

Sara played tennis all through high school, but running stayed casual for her, a mile here or there, until 2023, when she signed up for her first 5K and then got sidelined by a health complication for most of the year. By summer 2024 she was back on ... more

Julie grew up in a sports-obsessed family, her dad a longtime Broad Street runner, her brother a former D1 lacrosse player turned distance runner. She played soccer growing up, but sports also came with real anxiety for her, and by college she though... more

I took a two month break from running dealing with personal issues we'll get into in this episode. These personal issues forced me to take 2 full months off of running for the first time in my running journey, and today we're breaking down what it's ... more

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Recent Guests

Sara Shimala
Guest, first marathon journey participant
Unknown charity for Chicago Marathon (fundraising)
Episode: 135: "Anybody Could Do This": The Chicago Marathon, Take One w/ Sara Shimala
Julie Satterthwaite
Second year medical student from Philadelphia who ran the Philly Marathon
Personal runner
Episode: 134: "What If I Just Stopped": Hitting the Wall at Mile 12 and Finishing Anyway w/ Julie Satterthwaite
Rachel Howard
Runner who trains with BAR Run Club, two marathons completed
BAR Run Club
Episode: 133: Finding Her People: How BAR Run Club Changed Everything w/ Rachel Howard
Gina Loschiavo
Runners' coach/enthusiast who shares her two Eugene Marathon experiences and recovery after pregnancy
Independent runner
Episode: 132: The Race She Had to Run Twice: Redemption at the Eugene Marathon w/ Gina Loschiavo
Jude Harper
Runners, joined to share her marathon journey
Geelong/ Melbourne, Australia running community
Episode: 131: Slow and Steady, Keep to the Left: A Late Bloomer's First Marathon w/ Jude Harper
Mikaela Gomez
Ultra runner, Navy veteran, mother of three
Episode: 130: "You Don't Have to Put a Period at the End of the Sentence": From Trauma to Trail Ultras w/ Mikaela Gomez
Maggie Lowenthal
Gymnast turned sprinter and strength instructor who ran the Chicago Marathon for a local charity
Girls in the Game
Episode: 129: It Fell on My Actual Birthday: Why Maggie Finally Signed Up for Chicago w/ Maggie Lowenthal
Alyssa Newman
Runner who trained for and completed marathons in Florida
Independent runner
Episode: 128: You Owe It to Yourself to Try: Training for a Marathon She Almost Didn't Start w/ Alyssa Newman
Keneshia Raymond
Tucson-based runner who started running during a difficult period and progressed through 5K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra
Independent runner
Episode: 127: Go Stupid Slow: Finding Running, Community, and Her People in the Ultra World w/ Keneshia Raymond

Host

Taylor
Host of the show and guide to episodes, often featuring guests and guiding coaching insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Recommend!

    So relatable and love to listen!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mom & Olive
    United States11 days ago
  • Such a good podcast!

    I'm currently training for my first marathon in Oct, after never having been a runner or liking running; I've done a 5k before! 🤣 I love hearing everyone's stories! Although I don't hear a lot of couch to marathon stories (for good reason I'm sure 🤣🤣) I love everyone's insights! 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeccaLH95
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best running podcast!

    This is the absolute best podcast to listen to if you’re a runner, aspiring runner, or training for any upcoming race! Coach Taylor is my favorite host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeanJA1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic Podcast!

    Super inspiring and motivating podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamanthaMM14
    United Statesa year ago
  • My new fave podcast!!

    Whether you’re thinking about doing a 5k, or have ran 50 marathons, you will find yourself loving this podcast! This podcast is educational, insightful, and more. Her interviews are not only relatable, but have inspired me to keep going with my first marathon journey! I’ve also followed so many people in the running community cause of this pod! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rrrr18
    United Statesa year ago

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Hosts are friendly and keep conversations flowing
Listeners praise relatable, actionable insights for first-timers
Episodes are motivating and educational for all levels
Guests provide inspiring, varied marathon journeys

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134: "What If I Just Stopped": Hitting the Wall at Mile 12 and Finishing Anyway w/ Julie Satterthwaite
Q: How did the training block begin and what were your initial fitness levels when you started training?
She started with an 18-week novice plan, gradually building up from manageable long runs while balancing medical school, with the longest early run being about 10 miles and then expanding to half and full marathon distances, learning fueling, hydration, and pacing along the way.
133: Finding Her People: How BAR Run Club Changed Everything w/ Rachel Howard
Q: Let's break down the race now. What was running your first marathon like?
The first half felt amazing and emotionally powerful, with the adrenaline keeping her hip concerns at bay; the second half brought rising fatigue and GI issues, but crowd support, mile-by-mile focus, and the Run Raleigh voice messages kept her going, especially around miles 14–20 where fueling and pacing became the main challenges.
132: The Race She Had to Run Twice: Redemption at the Eugene Marathon w/ Gina Loschiavo
Q: Can you share the turning point that made you decide to attempt a second marathon, and how did you approach Redemption in Eugene?
Despite finishing the first race with mixed emotions, Gina felt a strong urge to try again, choose Eugene for its familiarity and beauty, and approach it with a more measured plan and emphasis on finishing strong with her family cheering her on.
130: "You Don't Have to Put a Period at the End of the Sentence": From Trauma to Trail Ultras w/ Mikaela Gomez
Q: Walk us through the first 20 miles of your 40-mile race.
Mikaela explains she only ran the first 10 miles, then power-hiked the remaining 30 due to knee pain, using trekking poles and accepting walking as part of endurance racing, while staying focused on finishing within the generous cutoff times.
128: You Owe It to Yourself to Try: Training for a Marathon She Almost Didn't Start w/ Alyssa Newman
Q: What was the moment you realized you owed it to yourself to try the full marathon after the half?
Alyssa describes how finishing the half with anxiety and not feeling she'd given it a true shot led her to sign up for a full marathon two weeks later, deciding to try again with the goal of crossing the start line and giving herself a real chance.

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The show centers on real first-marathon journeys, with guests ranging from first-time runners to seasoned amateurs who turned obstacles into motivation. Episodes emphasize practical training, race-day tactics, fueling, mindset, and the power of community, often highlighting personal adversity, family motivation, and balancing life with ambitious running goals. A standout feature is the blend of relatable, incremental progress stories and coach-informed coaching tips, which appeals to listeners seeking actionable guidance alongside inspirational narratives.

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1. Sara Shimala
2. Julie Satterthwaite
3. Rachel Howard
4. Gina Loschiavo
5. Jude Harper
6. Mikaela Gomez
7. Maggie Lowenthal
8. Alyssa Newman

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