Spewak Training Podcast

Spewak Training
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Spewak Training is a personalized running coaching business that caters to runners of all abilities and levels. Our podcast shares the incredible stories of our athletes, expertise from our coaches, and more!

  1. 5d ago

    Qualifying for Boston: Danny Stults on Mileage, Mindset, and the Long Game #13

    In this episode of the Spewak Training Podcast, host Mark Spewak continues the new “Steady State Running” segment with Spewak Training coach Danny Stults, including a slow handoff as Danny helps lead the series.  Danny shares how the 2013 Boston Marathon tragedy motivated him—once a self-proclaimed mid-distance runner—to commit to qualifying for Boston 2014, leading to a surprise qualifier at the Heart of America Marathon in Columbia, Missouri where he ran 2:42 and placed second.  The conversation then shifts to practical Boston-qualifying guidance: build volume over time beyond short “block” mindsets, let small good habits compound, focus on long-term progress, and avoid overdoing goal marathon pace too early. Mark and Danny also emphasize patience, process, and mindset over outcome-driven training. In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: Boston 2013 SparkBuild Mileage Foundation - Process Over OutcomesMindset and CommitmentHow To Train Smart Not Just PaceReach out to Danny Stults:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dstults_._/ Website:https://spewaktraining.com/danny Reach out to Mark Spewak: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marketmilestlEmail:mark@spewaktraining.com Market Mile Website:https://www.marketmilestl.com/

    Qualifying for Boston: Danny Stults on Mileage, Mindset, and the Long Game #13

  2. Jul 28

    The Chloe Effect: Boston Dreams, Cross-Training Breakthroughs, and a Chicago Marathon PR with Chloe Cole #13

    In episode 13 of the Spewak Training Podcast, host Mark Spewak interviews longtime friend and Spewak Training community athlete Chloe Cole about her running journey from viewing running as “punishment” in field hockey and lacrosse to training in St. Louis with Big River, qualifying for Boston at the 2015 Chicago Marathon (despite a fast pace group), and running Boston with her sister in 2017.  Chloe shares how moving to Philadelphia, dealing with stress fractures and anemia requiring iron infusions, and shifting to cross-training—especially cycling/spin (including teaching) and later weightlifting—made her stronger and faster, influencing Mark’s coaching philosophy.  As a mom of two, she describes stroller running, balancing priorities, and completing a difficult hot, hilly Cape Girardeau marathon after illness. She details a low-mileage comeback that produced a 3:15:59 PR at Chicago after a C-section and breastfeeding, plus advice for parents to value any amount of training. In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: How Chloe Started RunningStrength Training and Health FixesStroller Runs and New PrioritiesAdvice for Running Parents Reach out to Chloe Cole: Strava: Chloe Sakes (Cole) Reach out to Mark Spewak: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marketmilestl Email:mark@spewaktraining.com Market Mile Website:https://www.marketmilestl.com/

    The Chloe Effect: Boston Dreams, Cross-Training Breakthroughs, and a Chicago Marathon PR with Chloe Cole #13

  3. Jul 14

    Introducing Steady State Running with Coach Danny Stults #11

    Welcome to episode #11 of the Spewak Training Podcast. In this episode, Mark welcomes Spewak Training Coach Danny Stults to announce a new ongoing podcast segment, “Steady State Running,” designed to deliver more coaching advice and philosophy beyond athlete success stories.  They discuss how they first connected in 2012 at Big River Race Management, Danny’s background coaching and running at a high level, and his emphasis on adapting training day to day rather than relying on static plans, especially amid AI training and social media trends. Danny explains the origin of “Steady State Running” from a tempo route at Southeast Missouri State that symbolized maintaining progress while conditions change, and they talk about balancing training so you can keep doing what you need tomorrow.  They also cover Danny’s current role coaching at Blackburn College (Division III) alongside head coach Noah Dahm and the benefits of well-rounded athletic development.In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: Danny Stults OriginsWhy Running Connects UsAdaptation Over PlansHow New Runners Need ContextReach out to Danny Stults:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dstults_._/ Website:https://spewaktraining.com/danny Reach out to Mark Spewak: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marketmilestl Email:mark@spewaktraining.com Market Mile Website:https://www.marketmilestl.com/

    Introducing Steady State Running with Coach Danny Stults #11

  4. Jun 17

    Breaking Two Hours After a Pelvic Stress Fracture: Molly Becker’s Comeback with Coach Kaitlyn Donahue #10

    In episode 10 of the Spewak Training Podcast, host Mark Spewak interviews Molly Becker and her coach, Kaitlyn Donahue, about Molly’s running journey from feeling “unathletic” to chasing ambitious goals. After reaching out for coaching around May 2025 ahead of the New York City Marathon, Molly built strong summer fitness but suffered a pelvic stress fracture after racing a half marathon and then the Market Mile. She initially wanted to push through, then chose to defer NYC to protect her long-term health, pivoting to cross-training and rest with Kaitlyn’s guidance while staying motivated through weekly training emails. Molly returned this spring with PRs, including a sub-2-hour half marathon at Indy, a goal she’d pursued for nearly a decade, and now aims for a sub-4:30 at the New York City Marathon.In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: Molly's Origin StoryInjury and DiagnosisRecovery Through Cross TrainingNYC Marathon ComebackFollow Molly Becker: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mollykbecker/ Strava: Molly Becker Follow Coach Kaitlyn Donahue:https://spewaktraining.com/kaitlyn Follow Coach Mark Spewak: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mspewak10 https://www.instagram.com/spewaktraining/ Website:https://spewaktraining.com

    Breaking Two Hours After a Pelvic Stress Fracture: Molly Becker’s Comeback with Coach Kaitlyn Donahue #10

  5. May 26

    Building Resilience Through Coaching: Dr Dilan Patel, Coach Noah Daum, and the Power of Strength Training #09

    Host Mark Spewak welcomes coach Noah Daum and athlete Dr Dilan Patel to the Spewak Training Podcast to discuss their coach-athlete partnership since 2023, emphasizing injury-aware progress, strong communication, and a long-term approach to running. Dilan shares his endurance background, why he sought coaching after feeling stuck, and how adding strength training with Chuck Beckham at Titanium Fitness improved injury prevention, consistency, and confidence. They describe adapting plans when setbacks occur, including Dilan completing Grandma’s Marathon and shifting from the full Indy marathon to a half via a contingency plan, while targeting the Chicago Marathon in 2025. The conversation also covers why Dilan values coaching as a lifelong learner and how his work as an oncologist at Wash U/Siteman shapes his perspective on health, gratitude, and purpose.In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: Training OriginsMindset and ProcessWhy Have a CoachStrength Training AdditionFollow Coach Noah Daum:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/noah_daum/Follow Coach Mark Spewak:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mspewak10https://www.instagram.com/spewaktraining/Website:https://spewaktraining.com

    Building Resilience Through Coaching: Dr Dilan Patel, Coach Noah Daum, and the Power of Strength Training #09

  6. Apr 28

    Original Spewak Training Duo Grant & Erin Lanham on Coaching, PRs, Boston Dreams, and Staying Fit Through Setbacks #08

    Host Mark Spewak interviews early Spewak Training athletes and husband-wife duo Grant and Erin Lanham about their running and fitness journeys. Erin began coaching to break through a 5K plateau after years with Big River’s South City racing series, improving from 31–33 minute 5Ks to a 25:08 PR and eventually breaking two hours in the half marathon with a 1:56:59 in Springfield (Nov 2021).  Grant initially couldn’t train due to demanding hospital construction work but still raced, later pursuing bigger goals, including a 3:20 marathon at Grandma’s (2018) and a Boston-qualifying time that missed entry by about 40 seconds, plus a sub-1:30 half (Indy).  They discuss the racing community, Spewak Training’s evolution into Spewak Racing with philanthropic impact, adapting to setbacks, strength training at Titanium Fitness with coach Chuck Beckham, and Erin’s diagnosis of a genetic syndrome following peripheral neuropathy while staying committed to long-term health.In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: How They Met RunningCommunity and Giving BackFrom Training to Racing TeamRedefining Fitness and JoyFollow Grant & Erin Lanham on Stava

    Original Spewak Training Duo Grant & Erin Lanham on Coaching, PRs, Boston Dreams, and Staying Fit Through Setbacks #08

  7. Apr 15

    Community, Coaching, and Boston: Stephanie True’s Journey with Mark Spewak #07

    In this episode of the Spewak Training Podcast, host Mark Spewak interviews longtime athlete and community leader Stephanie True in her first-ever podcast appearance. They reflect on starting their coaching relationship in 2019, Stephanie’s role in launching the “Miles for Mark” campaign after Mark’s stroke in fall 2025, and how that community support impacted his recovery. Stephanie shares why she decided to hire a coach, how personalized training helped her develop as a competitor, and her evolving mindset through process goals. She also recounts her Boston Marathon experiences, including the extreme 2018 race, a solo COVID-era Boston run in St. Louis, and her appreciation for the event’s meaning. Finally, she discusses leading Go St. Louis’s Students on the GO program, which now serves about 150 students training for a 10K or half marathon, and how running has shifted from solo miles to friendships and community.In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: Why She Got a CoachChasing Boston DreamsMiles for MarkFrom Solo to CommunityFollow Stephanie True:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/smtrue23/ Follow Coach Mark Spewak:Website:https://spewaktraining.com/mark

    Community, Coaching, and Boston: Stephanie True’s Journey with Mark Spewak #07

  8. Apr 1

    The Bigger Picture: Carter Jensen’s First Marathon Success with Coach Jill Finklang #06

    In this episode of the Spewak Training Podcast, Host Mark Spewak welcomes Spewak Training coach Jill Finklang and athlete Carter Jensen for their first podcast appearances to highlight their athlete-coach relationship, which began in July/August 2023 after Carter’s wedding while he was in law school. Carter explains he hired a coach for honest feedback, guidance, and to avoid overtraining. He chose Jill based on teammates’ recommendations and her reputation for straightforward communication. Jill describes a bigger-picture coaching philosophy that balances running with life stressors, including Carter’s bar exam, emphasizing longevity, gratitude, and disciplined training. They recap Carter’s first marathon at the Houston Marathon, where he ran 3:04 with smart pacing, supported by teammates and with Jill racing as well; Jill notes they planned a year ahead and praised Carter’s commitment, patience, and execution. In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as: Why Hire a CoachBig Picture CoachingJill Breaks Down SuccessBeyond Training RelationshipFollow Carter Jensen:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/carterjensen44/ Follow Coach Mark Spewak:Website:https://spewaktraining.com/jill-finklang

    The Bigger Picture: Carter Jensen’s First Marathon Success with Coach Jill Finklang #06
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Spewak Training is a personalized running coaching business that caters to runners of all abilities and levels. Our podcast shares the incredible stories of our athletes, expertise from our coaches, and more!

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  • Creator
    Spewak Training
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    13
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