The Stablemaster Speaks - The Art of the Marathon Tony Soprano and Dr Melfi
May 28, 2022
Join the hosts as they launch into the depths of marathon culture and coaching. Hear about the journey of Stazza's Stable, born from platforms like Strava and online forums. John shares insights from his impressive 37-year coaching career and discusses innovative coaching methods. Learn about the support community, race reports, and subsidized training trips to Kenya. Plus, discover initiatives for nurturing young talent through free coaching and specialized education. This is a marathon enthusiast's treasure trove!
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Information Overload And Misinformation
- Runners keep chasing more information but face widespread misinformation across media and social platforms.
- John Starrett believes clear, journalist-led delivery and shorter segmented shows can cut through bad advice.
How Stazza Stable Began
- John set up Stazza Stable after being known as 'the stable master' on running forums and Strava interactions with Riley Cook.
- The group grew organically and John began coaching about 50 people worldwide for free before formalising it into a business.
Start With A Thorough Intake
- Do a detailed intake (medical, training, nutrition, goals) before creating a training plan and use regular feedback forms.
- Adjust training weekly and on-the-fly via WhatsApp messages and monthly review calls to individualise progress.