In this episode we bring you mindset tips, strategies, and stories from past guests on the MTA podcast like Marshal Ulrich, Dr. Jeff Brown, Lisa Smith-Batchen, Dr. Tim Noakes, and Sean Astin.  

These conversations will help you master the mental game of long distance running.  

In conjunction with our podcasting anniversary this is a “greatest hits” episode on the subject of mental toughness.  


Mastering the Endurance MindsetAudio Clip #1 Marshall Ulrich Disown’s His Foot



Marshall Ulrich

Marshall Ulrich is a legendary endurance athlete. At age 57 he ran across the United States -3,063 miles in 52 days (a masters record for trans america crossing).  He is author of the book, Running on Empty – an ultramarathoner’s story of love, loss, and a record-setting run across America.  We talked to Marshal in 2012 in episode #69.   


Audio Clip #2 Dr. Jeff Brown on Association and Dissociation



Dr. Jef Brown

Jeff Brown is the lead psychologist for the Boston Marathon and assistant clinical professor in the department of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School.  He’s author of the book The Runner’s Brain.  We had Dr. Jeff on the podcast in 2015 episode #153 and #154.


Audio Clip #3 Lisa Smith Batchen on Being a Peaceful Warrior



Lisa Smith-Batchen

In July of 2014 year Lisa Smith-Batchen became the first woman to complete a Badwater Quad. That’s four back to back Badwater Ultra Marathons, 584 miles through Death Valley where temperatures reached as high as 127 degrees.  Lisa is an accomplished ultra-marathoner and director of the Jackson Hole Marathon in Whyoming.  We talked with her on episode #115 in 2014.


Audio Clip #4 Dr. Tim Noakes on the Central Governor Theory



Dr. Tim Noakes

Dr. Tim Noakes is a professor of exercise and sports science at the University of Cape Town, South Africa.  He has published more than 750 scientific books and articles and has been cited more than 16 000 times in scientific literature.  Many consider his 900 page book The Lore of Running to be the closest thing to a running bible.  The first time we had Dr. Noakes on the podcast was in 2014, episode #98.


Audio Clip #5 Sean Astin on Punching Fear in the Face



Sean is a Hollywood actor, director, family man, marathoner and creator of the #Run3rd.  In 2015 he completed the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon which requires a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycle, and 26.2 mile run in under 17 hours.  In this clip you will hear about his panic attack during open water swimming in Hawaii.  This comes from podcast episode #174 in 2016.  For our most recent interview with Sean click here.  




Thanks for tuning into the MTA Podcast!  We appreciate all our listeners, customers, members and clients.  Here’s to another 8 years of podcasting!

Also Mentioned in This Episode

BarkBox -a monthly delivery of the best, paw-picked, all-natural treats and innovative toys to match a dog’s unique needs, including allergies and heavy chewer preferences.  Visit barkbox.com/mta for a FREE EXTRA MONTH of BarkBox when you subscribe to a 6 or 12- month plan.

Healthiq.com -Marathon Training Academy is sponsored by *Health IQ*, an insurance company that helps health conscious people get special rates on life insurance. Go to healthiq.com/mta to support the show and learn more

Shoutout 

 I finished my first half marathon today in Fort Lauderdale! It was fun to share the experience with my younger sister. Thank you to MTA coach Lynn Grieger for all the help and encouragement-you helped me finish 8 minutes faster than my goal!  -Suzanne

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<p>In this episode we bring you mindset tips, strategies, and stories from past guests on the MTA podcast like Marshal Ulrich, Dr. Jeff Brown, Lisa Smith-Batchen, Dr. Tim Noakes, and Sean Astin.  </p>
<p>These conversations will help you master the mental game of long distance running.  </p>
<p>In conjunction with our podcasting anniversary this is a &#8220;greatest hits&#8221; episode on the subject of mental toughness.  <span id="more-12032"></span></p>
<p><br></p>
<h1>Mastering the Endurance Mindset</h1>
<h2>Audio Clip #1 Marshall Ulrich Disown’s His Foot</h2>
<p><div id="attachment_2760" style="width: 614px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><p id="caption-attachment-2760" class="wp-caption-text">Marshall Ulrich</p></div>
<p>Marshall Ulrich is a legendary endurance athlete. At age 57 he ran across the United States -3,063 miles in 52 days (a masters record for trans america crossing).  He is author of the book, <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Running on Empty</a> – an ultramarathoner’s story of love, loss, and a record-setting run across America.  We talked to Marshal in 2012 in episode #69.   </p>
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<h2>Audio Clip #2 Dr. Jeff Brown on Association and Dissociation</h2>
<p><div id="attachment_6723" style="width: 1034px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><p id="caption-attachment-6723" class="wp-caption-text">Dr. Jef Brown</p></div>
<p>Jeff Brown is the lead psychologist for the Boston Marathon and assistant clinical professor in the department of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School.  He&#8217;s author of the book <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Runner’s Brain</a>.  We had Dr. Jeff on the podcast in 2015 episode #153 and #154.</p>
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<h2>Audio Clip #3 Lisa Smith Batchen on Being a Peaceful Warrior</h2>
<p><div id="attachment_4968" style="width: 734px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><p id="caption-attachment-4968" class="wp-caption-text">Lisa Smith-Batchen</p></div>
<p>In July of 2014 year Lisa Smith-Batchen became the first woman to complete a Badwater Quad. That’s four back to back Badwater Ultra Marathons, 584 miles through Death Valley where temperatures reached as high as 127 degrees.  Lisa is an accomplished ultra-marathoner and director of the <a href="https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/jackson-hole" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Jackson Hole Marathon</a> in Whyoming.  We talked with her on episode #115 in 2014.</p>
<p><br></p>
<h2>Audio Clip #4 Dr. Tim Noakes on the Central Governor Theory</h2>
<p><div id="attachment_4124" style="width: 929px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><p id="caption-attachment-4124" class="wp-caption-text">Dr. Tim Noakes</p></div>
<p>Dr. Tim Noakes is a professor of exercise and sports science at the University of Cape Town, South Africa.  He has published more than 750 scientific books and articles and has been cited more than 16 000 times in scientific literature.  Many consider his 900 page book <a href="http://amazon.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Lore of Running</a> to be the closest thing to a <em>running bible</em>.  The first time we had Dr. Noakes on the podcast was in 2014, episode #98.</p>
<p><br></p>
<h2>Audio Clip #5 Sean Astin on Punching Fear in the Face</h2>
<p>
<p>Sean is a Hollywood actor, director, family man, marathoner and creator of the #Run3rd.  In 2015 he completed the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon which requires a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile cycle, and 26.2 mile run in under 17 hours.  In this clip you will hear about his panic attack during open water swimming in Hawaii.  This comes from podcast episode #174 in 2016.  For our most recent interview with Sean <a href="https://www.marathontrainingacademy.com/interview-sean-astin" rel="noopener" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Thanks for tuning into the MTA Podcast!  We appreciate all our listeners, customers, members and clients.  Here&#8217;s to another 8 years of podcasting!<br>
<br></p>
<hr>
<h2>Also Mentioned in This Episode</h2>
<p><strong>BarkBox</strong> -a monthly delivery of the best, paw-picked, all-natural treats and innovative toys to match a dog’s unique needs, including allergies and heavy chewer preferences.  Visit <a href="http://barkbox.com/mta" rel="noopener" target="_blank">barkbox.com/mta</a> for a FREE EXTRA MONTH of BarkBox when you subscribe to a 6 or 12- month plan.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.healthiq.com/mta" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong>Healthiq.com</strong></a> -Marathon Training Academy is sponsored by *Health IQ*, an insurance company that helps health conscious people get special rates on life insurance. Go to <a href="https://www.healthiq.com/mta" rel="noopener" target="_blank">healthiq.com/mta</a> to support the show and learn more</p>
<p><strong>Shoutout </strong></p>
<blockquote><p> I finished my first half marathon today in Fort Lauderdale! It was fun to share the experience with my younger sister. Thank you to MTA coach Lynn Grieger for all the help and encouragement-you helped me finish 8 minutes faster than my goal!  -Suzanne</p></blockquote>
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What RUNNER’S WORLD says about the MTA Podcast: 

“If you’re training for 26.2, running coach Angie Spencer and her husband, Trevor, have everything you need to reach the finish line. The duo provides plenty of training tips, interviews, and reviews of marathons from around the world. (Angie has run one in every state!) While they don’t always bring on guests, runners like Sara Hall, Dathan Ritzenhein, and even actor Sean Astin have all stopped by.”

<p>The Marathon Training Academy Podcast will help you unlock your potential to conquer the marathon and change your life.&nbsp; Since 2010 Angie and Trevor have shared tips, inspiration, and interesting guests interviews to help listeners run smarter, avoid injury, and go the distance! &nbsp;</p>
<p>What <em>RUNNER&rsquo;S WORLD</em> says about the MTA Podcast:&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;If you&rsquo;re training for 26.2, running coach Angie Spencer and her husband, Trevor, have everything you need to reach the finish line. The duo provides plenty of training tips, interviews, and reviews of marathons from around the world. (Angie has run one in every state!) While they don&rsquo;t always bring on guests, runners like Sara Hall, Dathan Ritzenhein, and even actor Sean Astin have all stopped by.&rdquo;</p>

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