Run Farther & Faster — The Podcast with Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper

Episode 294: Tips for Running a Warm Fall Marathon

The Chicago Marathon is looking a little warm this weekend, so we recorded an episode with some guidance for all who are running Chicago or other warm marathons this fall

Episode 293: Lisa’s Recap of Her Clarence DeMar(velous) Run!

After discussing some exciting news, including updates on Comrades and the Boston Marathon, Lisa recaps her incredible performance at the 2026 Clarence DeMar Marathon. Sp

Episode 292: When to Quit

When is quitting actually the smart choice? Inspired by New York Times journalist Lindsay Crouse’s new book, The Case for Quitting, we’re talking about something runners

Episode 291: Don’t Fear the Fear: A Conversation with Dr. Mitchell Greene

We are so excited to welcome sports psychologist Dr. Mitchell Greene to talk about the fears we see all the time in runners and, more importantly, how we can learn to wor

Episode 290: Wrap Yourself in Bubble Wrap (and Other More Practical Tips)

You’ve put in the work. The workouts are clicking, your paces are feeling easier, the weather is cooperating, and suddenly you’re wondering if you can do more, should be

Episode 289: Why and How Your $hitty Summer Runs Are Building Your Fall PRs

As we publish this today, August 21st, we are experiencing the first sub 70 degree morning since June. The summer of 2026 has been ridiculously steamy for so many of us a

Episode 288: Managing Common Sources of Runner Anxiety (Part 2)

You’ve had a great training cycle…until taper. Your legs feel heavy. You feel a pain you never felt before in your training. You wonder if you will be able to achieve you

Episode 287: Managing Common Sources of Runner Anxiety (Part 1):

You’ve had a great training cycle…until that one bad workout. Your legs feel heavy. Your Garmin tells you you’re “unproductive.” You miss a few runs, head out on vacation

Episode 286: Airing It Out: Making Smart Decisions About Air Quality & Missed Workouts

If you’ve been staring at your weather app wondering whether you should head out the door or stay inside, this episode is for you. This week, we tackle one of the most c

Episode 285: Some News, Some Tears, & a Discussion on Red-S with Physical Therapist Cat Fitzgerald.

After a big announcement and a conversation about recent races, we welcome Cat Fitzgerald, PT, of Custom Performance in New York City , for an important discussion about

Episode 284: Life Updates and Hot Weather Racing Tips!

After graduation, travel, and a run-in with a rodent/mammal, we are back with updates, along with some hot weather racing and training tips!

Episode 283: Ten Things Sabotaging Your Running That Aren’t Running

If your running feels stagnant, the problem may not be your training plan at all. In this episode, we break down ten overlooked factors that can quietly sabotage performa

Episode 282: Hot Takes in Running with Cherie Louise Turner Part 2: Our Training Journeys

We share a deep love of all things running with our dear friend, Cherie Louise Turner, and decided to get together and talk running and podcasting. Here is part 2! Cheri

Episode 281: Hot Takes in Running and Podcasting with Cherie Louise Turner

We share a deep love of all things running with our dear friend, Cherie Louise Turner, and decided to get together and talk running and podcasting. We had so much fun!

Episode 280: Boston Marathon Live Show with Mary Ngugi-Cooper and Lisa Weightman

We loved co-hosting another live show at the Boston Marathon with our co-host Cherie Louise Turner, host of Women’s Running Stories. Our phenomenal guests this year did

Episode 279: Our 2026 Boston Marathon Recap

Less than 24 hours after we raced, we recap! We ran, we conquered, and now…we sore! Highlights include—some interesting and new logistics, our fueling plans, and how we h

Episode 278: Everything You Need to Know to Run Your Best Boston Marathon-2026 Edition

In this episode, we break down everything you need to know to run your best Boston Marathon—from race-week preparation to smart execution on race day. With Boston around

Episode 277: Tips for Spectating the Boston Marathon with Darren Sapper

After providing some key taper advice, we welcomed back a very special guest, Darren Sapper (Julie’s husband), who has spectated the Boston Marathon ten times. Darren pr

Episode 276: Boston Marathon Race Director, Dave McGillivray, Shares How We Can All Finish Strong

We’re so thrilled to welcome back the legendary Dave McGillivray, who has served as the Boston Marathon race director since 2001. Dave breaks down the key changes to th

Episode 275: Setbacks Provide Data, Not Failure: A Conversation with Tokyo Marathoner, Beth Colling

This week we are joined by Run Farther & Faster runner, Beth Colling, who at age 57 ran a 3:43 at the Tokyo Marathon, earning her Six Star Medal. But Beth’s journey to th