Lindsey Hein Interviews Jason on Mindset, His 2:39 Marathon, Injuries, & Race Strategy

Jul 3, 2025

In this insightful discussion, Lindsey Hein, a renowned podcaster and coach, interviews Jason about his remarkable 2:39 marathon PR and his fascinating journey into podcasting. They explore unique race strategies, including Jason's humorous approach of "Letting Jesus Take the Wheel" for 5Ks. The conversation dives into injury management, with Jason sharing his experiences and emphasizes the mental aspects of racing. They also touch on the importance of diverse training methodologies and the benefits of a balanced approach to fitness for long-term success.

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Journey to Strength Running

Jason Fitzgerald started Strength Running after a tough 2:44 marathon and injury in 2008.
The injury and recovery reshaped his approach and inspired his coaching business.

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5K Training After Marathon

Build up to 5K training gradually with strides and easy runs after marathon recovery.
Use a hybrid model mixing aerobic and anaerobic workouts for effective 5K preparation.

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Race Often for Mental Toughness

Use frequent races to build mental toughness and race readiness for short distances.
Repeated exposure helps you handle discomfort and reduces pre-race anxiety.

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Podcaster and coach Lindsey Hein recently hosted Jason on her podcast, I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein. The conversation was wide-ranging and touched on a variety of topics so it had to be shared again!

Lindsey asks Jason about:

His favorite 5k race strategy of "Letting Jesus Take the Wheel"
How Jason got started in podcasting / Strength Running
Jason's background & 2:39 marathon PR (race report)
Favorite interviews
A lot more

You can also read more about Jason & Strength Running here.

Thanks Boulderthon!

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Join me in Boulder, one of the top running destinations in the country, on September 28th, to experience the tight knit running community here, race on the epic streets of Boulder, and finish on historic Pearl Street in this BQ-eligible, USATF sanctioned event.

Boulderthon is giving away $40,000 in travel credit, thanks to their partner, Frontier Airlines, so run clubs from coast to coast can fly FREE to Boulderthon - the first-of-its-kind program. Apply at Boulderthon.org/flyfree

Boulderthon is on track to sell out again this year so don’t miss out. Use code STRENGTH20 to save $20 on the marathon or half-marathon here and I hope to see you in Boulder this fall.

Thank you Previnex!

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Thank you LMNT!

A big thanks to LMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at LMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best.

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