The Stablemaster Speaks - The Art of the Marathon
John Starrett
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John's one of the most successful online running coaches on the planet. He has a background in journalism and is the founder of Stazza's Stable: a global running community. John coaches a broad range of runners: beginners through elites (national, European, and Olympic standard).
He cuts through the flummery, misinformation, and plethora of platitudinous pap pushed out by influencers.
In an entertaining format, he sates runners' cravings for knowledge.
Open Strava Group: https://www.strava.com/clubs/1119827
John's one of the most successful online running coaches on the planet. He has a background in journalism and is the founder of Stazza's Stable: a global running community. John coaches a broad range of runners: beginners through elites (national, European, and Olympic standard).
He cuts through the flummery, misinformation, and plethora of platitudinous pap pushed out by influencers.
In an entertaining format, he sates runners' cravings for knowledge.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Oct 20, 2025 • 24min
Turning Forrest Gump into an Olympian
In this episode, we look at how turn Forrest into an Olympian and you can follow the process.
Oct 6, 2025 • 21min
Ken Graham - 3:08 to 2:58 in 10 months
Introducing my Business Manager Samy and Ken Graham's 10 min PB over the marathon in 10 months.
Aug 23, 2025 • 30min
Breaking down the leap from sub-elite to elite marathon running (2:25 → 2:10)
In this episode we take a deep dive into how to transition from Sub Elite to Elite, using to real life case studies.
Aug 10, 2025 • 33min
THE BIG INTERVIEW - THIS A BANGER
In this episode my guest gives excellent advice for start-up coached, developing coaches, and coaches at capacity to help scale. He also gives advice in a broader fashion that will help SMBs, SMEs, and Enterprise. Obviously, delivered with the usual banter.
Aug 2, 2025 • 1h 40min
Stazza's Stable Masterclass
Join John Starrett, an esteemed online running coach and founder of Stazza's Stable, as he shares his pragmatic training philosophy for marathon runners. He delves into who can achieve a sub-3 hour marathon, emphasizing the importance of a target half-marathon time. John provides insights on fixing shuffling runners, optimizing running economy, and the structured phases of training, including pre-super base and endurance strategies. Learn about common coaching pitfalls and how to recover effectively post-marathon, making this a must-listen for aspiring marathoners!
Jul 26, 2025 • 24min
The Incredible rise and fall and rise of Stablemate Akash The Skinny Terminator
In this episode we look at the incredible rise and fall and rise of Stablemate Akash The Terminator.email: stazzastable1965@gmail.comWhatsApp: 00353 83 0435669Insta: stazza's_stableFB: John StarrettStrava: Coach Stazza
Jul 20, 2025 • 23min
Why and how to become an online running coach
In this episode, we look at why and how to become a world class running coach. We also explain the new Stazza's Stable coaching group.For information about the Certified Stazza's Stable Online Running Coach Course and to enter the competition for two pairs of super shoes you can contact me at: stazzastable1965@gmail.com, WhatsApp - 00353830435669, Inst - stazzas_stable, Strava - Coach Stazza.
May 30, 2025 • 38min
Super Shoe Winners and 10 most common running injuries
In this episode, I announce the two winners of the super shoes and take a dive into the 10 most common running injuries.Contact me:stazzastable1965@gmail.comWhatsApp:00353 83 043 5669Inst.: stazza's_stableFaceBook: John Starrett and The Art of the MarathonStrava: Coach Stazza, Stazza's Stable, and The Stablemaster Speaks
May 23, 2025 • 28min
Season 5 Irish Spice Bags, Trolls, and Moving forward
Intro to season 5 and how we're moving forward.SM Coaching course to:00353 83 043 5669stazzas_stable (insta)John Starrett (Facebook)stazzastable1965@gmail.com (email)
Apr 19, 2025 • 28min
STAZZA'S CERTIFIED ONLINE RUNNING COACH COURSE
John shares his journey, including dramatic personal updates and the creation of Arretti Fitness Academy. He dives into the details of an exciting super shoes competition and reveals insights from his coaching course in Kenya. The effectiveness of online coaching is highlighted, demonstrating its advantages over traditional methods. Listeners get a sneak peek into the curriculum of the certified online running coach course. Expert marathon strategies for Boston and London are discussed, emphasizing pacing and race management tips.
