I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein Podcast

Josette Andrews is one of my favorite runners to watch. Her enthusiasm for the sport is unmatched. She won the USATF 5K Championships on the road this past weekend in Indianapolis and breaks down the race for us today! She had a great little indoor season running 14:44 for the 5K and also running a 3,000 PR. Josette runs with On Athletics and works with Coaches Dathan Ritzenhein and Kelsey Quinn. She’s got her eyes on making the team in Tokoyo this summer on the track! Show Notes/Time Stamps:  00:00Celebrating Josette’s National Title 03:07Race Strategy and Execution 05:55Pre-Race Preparation and Routine 09:08Support from Friends and Family 12:01Reflections on the Race Experience 15:03Looking Ahead to Future Races 18:01Team Dynamics and Training 20:57The Importance of Strength Training 24:00Transitioning to a New Training System 29:05Navigating Injuries and Setbacks 31:03The Journey to Olympic Trials 33:38Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience 36:57Training Strategies and Mindset 39:55Cross-Training and Recovery Techniques 42:00Nutrition and Consistency in Training 43:56Watching and Supporting Fellow Athletes 46:55Goals and Future Aspirations 50:59Daily Focus and Process Goals 52:06Recommendations and Fun Conversations Support our sponsors: Geist Half Marathon 10K & 5K In honor of the 17th anniversary of this iconic community tradition, there is a 17% promotion next week, Thursday, May 15 through Saturday, May 17. Use promo code 17YEARS to get 17% off every race distance! Promo ends May 17 at 11:59 pm. Cornbread Use the code “Another” at checkout for 20% off your order Maui Nui Go to mauinuivenison.com/lindsey Anderson Maple Go to andersonmaple.com and use the code “Fuel20” for 20% off

We’re taking a quick break from the Behind the Mic series this week to bring you something special—an episode all about the Bayshore Marathon! I’ll be emceeing this beautiful race on Saturday, May 24th, and whether you’re running it this year or planning ahead for the future, this episode has everything you need to know. Joining me today are three awesome guests with deep connections to Bayshore. First up is Zach Ripley, a multiple-time Bayshore winner and 2:16 marathoner who ran at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. He’s part of the A to Z Running duo (alongside his wife, Andi), and he brings a wealth of knowledge about this course and how to approach it. Next, you’ll hear from Sabrina Blank, known as @thatpsychedrunner on Instagram. She’s a PhD student, host of The Psyched Runner podcast, and a multi-time Bayshore finisher in both the full and half marathons. Sabrina will also be helping emcee our live podcast event on Friday, May 23rd, which I’ll be hosting with Olympian Dakotah Popehn (Lindwurm)—so it was great to chat with her about the race and all things Traverse City. Finally, I talk with Joe Dimambro, Executive Director of Playmakers Sports, the event team behind the Bayshore Marathon. Joe walks us through everything you need to know logistically—whether it’s your first time at Bayshore or you’re coming back for more. This course is absolutely stunning—right along Lake Michigan, tree-lined, and peaceful. If you’re already registered, make sure to grab your ticket to our live podcast recording on Friday, May 23rd at 3 p.m. at the historic Traverse City Opera House. It’s going to be a special afternoon with Dakotah and me, and we’re raffling off VIP happy hour access to a small group of attendees. You can find all the details and get your ticket at bayshoremarathon.org. Thanks so much for tuning in—and stay tuned next week as we pick back up with the Behind the Mic series! Go check out the Bayshore Marathon here! Register for the live show here!! Support our sponsors: Boulderthon Use the code “hein20” for $20 off the marathon or half marathon

Today on the show, I’m joined by professional runner Emily Venters. Emily runs for Nike, lives and trains in Utah, and is coached by her college coach Kyle Kepler. This past year was a breakout season for her—her first full year as a pro—and she’s been on an incredible trajectory ever since. Emily made her half marathon debut in Houston, running 68:48 and placing seventh, even after taking a hard fall at the start of the race. She followed that up with a fifth-place finish at the U.S. Half Marathon Championships and broke 15 minutes in the indoor 5K—something that had been a longtime goal of hers. Last fall, she placed second at the Road 5K Championships and won the Sound Running Cross Country Championships. Emily’s collegiate career included time at Boise State, the University of Colorado, and the University of Utah. She’s about to start nursing school while continuing to train and race at a high level, and she thrives with a full plate. In this episode, we talk about her move up to the half marathon, when she might make the jump to the full marathon, and what it’s been like adjusting to life as a professional athlete. We also dive into her support system growing up, including the role her parents played in her journey to becoming a pro. I loved getting to know Emily—her energy, determination, and humility really shine through in this conversation. She’ll be racing at the USATF 5K Championships in Indianapolis, and I can’t wait to see how she does. What we talked about: 4:00- Starting nursing school 6:55- Emily’s half marathon debut 12:30- The decision to focus on one event going forward 19:20- Her mental health over the past few years 26:20- Her college career and professional career so far 44:00- Her nursing career goals 47:00- End of podcast questions Show notes: Silo on Apple TV Severence Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Cornbread Use the code “Another” at checkout for 20% off your order Maui Nui Go to mauinuivenison.com/lindsey Anderson Maple Go to andersonmaple.com and use the code “Fuel20” for 20% off Check out Lindsey Hein’s training plans HERE!

Welcome back to the Behind the Mic series on I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein! Today’s episode is especially fun because I’m introducing you to a brand-new show that’s officially joined the SandyBoy Productions Podcast Network—Miles with Moms! This podcast is for moms who run, by moms who run, and it’s all about making sure mother runners never feel alone—on the run or in motherhood. The show is hosted by four amazing women: Whitney Heins, Shanna Burchett, Tricia Denardis, and Olivia Garcia—all incredibly fast, inspiring, and relatable moms who are living the running-mom life right alongside us. Whitney is the founder of The Mother Runners, a VDOT-certified coach, and a 2:54 marathoner who ran both her marathon and 1:20 half PRs in her 40s. Shanna, known as @motherhood_running on Instagram with over 120,000 followers, is a mom of six and ran a 2:44 marathon after returning to the sport in 2022 following an 11-year break. Tricia is a mom of three and a pelvic floor physical therapist who now focuses on ultras. And Olivia, a mom of two and former paramedic, has chopped over an hour off her marathon time—running a 2:57. In this episode, I introduce each host and give you a behind-the-scenes look at how Miles with Moms came to life. You can find links to all four hosts’ Instagram handles and learn more about the podcast at sandyboyproductions.com under the Miles with Moms tab. Let’s give these amazing women a warm welcome to the network, and I hope you’ll check out their show. I’m so excited to have them on board—and can’t wait for what’s ahead! Show notes: Miles With Moms Podcast Whitney on Instagram – @themotherrunners @mileswithmomspodcast on Instagram Shanna on Instagram – @motherhood_running Tricia on Instagram – @burpeesandburpcloths Olivia on Instagram – @watch_oliviarun Book recommendations: Demon Copperhead The Let Them Theory The Comfort Crisis The Lost Start of Running The Pivot Year A Court of Thorns and Roses Verity Music recommendations: Godzilla Into the Unknown Vivaldi – Classical Music Toy Soldiers 6 Foot 7 Foot Support our Sponsors: Relay Active Use the code “Lindsey15” for 15% off your next order! Boulderthon Use the code “hein20” for $20 off the marathon or half marathon Go listen to For the Long Run Podcast wherever you get your podcasts or at forthelong.run

Today on the show, I’m excited to welcome back Charlotte Purdue! Charlotte is a professional runner from Great Britain who now runs for Puma, and this is actually her third time joining the podcast. She was first on in Episode 190 after becoming the third-fastest British female marathoner ever at the time, running 2:25 at the London Marathon. Then, in Episode 382, she came back after finishing ninth at the 2022 Boston Marathon. Since then, Charlotte has continued to make huge strides in her career, lowering her marathon personal best to 2:22 at the Berlin Marathon. She earned a spot on the British team for the Paris Olympics—a dream years in the making. Unfortunately, just a couple of weeks before the Games, she rolled her ankle and had to make the heartbreaking decision to withdraw. I still remember seeing her announcement and feeling so sad for her. In this conversation, Charlotte shares how she bounced back from that disappointment, what her recovery looked like (including getting a new puppy to lift her spirits!), and the new perspective she’s carrying into this next season. She’s running the London Marathon this weekend—her second race since returning from injury—and I can’t wait to see how she does. Charlotte has such a grounded, positive mindset about running and life, and it was so great to catch up with her. Thanks so much for tuning in—please enjoy my conversation with Charlotte Purdue! What we talked about:  4:35- Catching up with Charlotte 11:10- Charlotte’s heartbreak with the Olympics 19:50- Her comeback after injury and getting back to racing 23:25- Goals for the London Marathon 27:30- Being sponsored by Puma 43:00- Last thoughts ahead of the London Marathon Show notes: Fourth Wing Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Previnex Use code “LindseySuperfoods” for 15% off if you purchase the Gut and Greens Superfood Use the code “another” for 15% off OR use code “LindseyStrength” for 15% off if you purchase their new Muscle Health Plus Anderson Maple Go to andersonmaple.com and use the code “Fuel20” for 20% off Register for the Bayshore Marathon at bayshoremarathon.org Indy Mini Go to indymini.com to learn more! Check out Lindsey Hein’s training plans HERE!

Welcome back to this special Behind the Mic series on I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein, where I’m interviewing fellow podcasters and running media voices that I love listening to. Today’s guest is Jonathan Levitt, host of the For the Long Run podcast. If you’re already a listener of his show, you know it’s all about exploring the why—what keeps athletes going and how they keep growing, both in sport and in life. Jonathan’s had on some of the best in the sport, and his podcast dives into the connection between running, mindset, and life beyond the finish line. Jonathan and I have been friends in this industry for a long time. He’s been consistently encouraging, helpful, and supportive—and I have to give him a big shoutout for helping make this series happen. He even hustled to bring Boulderthon on board as a sponsor, and is personally sponsoring a few episodes through For the Long Run as well. So if you’re loving this series, you can thank him for that! In this episode, we talk about his own running journey, including what it meant to him to break three hours in the marathon—and even what it didn’t mean. He actually helped me work through some of my own feelings around that goal, and I think his perspective will resonate with a lot of listeners. We also get into the podcasting business, lessons from years in this space, and how he’s approached his work with InsideTracker and other ventures. Jonathan lives in Boulder, Colorado, and will be at Boulderthon this fall—along with some of your other favorite names in the running and podcast world. I hope you enjoy this conversation and come away with a little inspiration and insight into what keeps runners, and creators, going strong. All right, friends—please enjoy my conversation with Jonathan Levitt. What we talked about: 6:30- Catching up with Jon 7:30- His goals to have adventures with running throughout the summer 9:25- Marathoning history 24:25- His career in the podcasting space and beyond 37:00-  Jon’s experience with ADHD and finding it to be a superpower 53:00- Jon’s podcast, For the Long Run 59:00- End of podcast questions Show notes: North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail Parks and Rec Never Enough: From Barista to Billionaire Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein LIVE! at Bottleworks Boulderthon Use the code “hein20” for $20 off the marathon or half marathon Go listen to For the Long Run Podcast wherever you get your podcasts or at forthelong.run

Today on the show, I’m joined by Katie Asmuth, one of the co-hosts of the Trail Network podcast, which is part of the SandyBoy Productions family. If you haven’t listened to Trail Network yet—this is your sign. The show is hosted by four incredible women in the trail running space: Rachel Drake, Leah Yingling, Katie Asmuth, and Hilary Yang. Together, they bring to life the untold stories of magical moments on and off the trail—capturing the heart of trail running, friendship, and connection. A few standout episodes I’d recommend: episode 50 with Hillary Yang and Sarah Attar—who competed for Saudi Arabia in both the 2012 and 2016 Olympics and is now a celebrated photographer—and episode 46, where Leah talks with Alexis Crellin about raising resilient kids while chasing big goals. That one really hit home for me. Now, let’s talk about Katie. She’s the mother of two, a nurse practitioner, and a professional trail runner for HOKA. Katie has three top-10 finishes at Western States—including a 5th-place finish in 2021, 9th in 2022 (which she shares more about in this episode), and 4th in 2023. She recently ran a self-supported FKT through Joshua Tree and is getting back to racing after overcoming some major injuries over the past couple of years. She spent several years with Saucony and is now part of the HOKA team, which she’s really excited about. Katie lives and trains in Mammoth Lakes, California, and if you’re not already following her, you should be—she’s @kt_asmuth on Instagram. This episode is short and sweet, but I left the conversation so inspired by her energy, grit, and openness. I hope it does the same for you—and I hope you’ll check out her podcast while you’re at it! All right, friends—enjoy my conversation with Katie Asmuth. What we talked about: 7:00- Living in Mammoth 11:40- Her running journey 18:30- The Trail Network Podcast 26:15- Balancing busy seasons in life 40:00- Her FKT at Joshua Tree 47:45- End of podcast questions Show notes: Majestica Listen to The Trail Network Podcast  Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Lagoon Use the code “Lindsey” for 15% off your order Previnex Use code “LindseySuperfoods” for 15% off if you purchase the Gut and Greens Superfood Use the code “another” for 15% off OR use code “LindseyStrength” for 15% off if you purchase their new Muscle Health Plus Indy Mini Go to indymini.com to learn more! I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein LIVE! at Bottleworks

We’re continuing the Behind the Mic series where I’m chatting with fellow podcasters in the running space. I hope you’re enjoying these conversations as much as I am. Today, I’m talking with Angie and Trevor Spencer, the husband-and-wife duo behind Marathon Training Academy—truly one of the original running podcasts out there. They launched the show way back in 2010 (yes, seriously—2010), and they’ve grown a massive community and business through it. Angie and Trevor have traveled all over the world running races, hosting events, and supporting athletes through their coaching programs. If you’re looking for coaching, you can check out all they offer at marathontrainingacademy.com. Angie has run 72 marathons—including six ultras—with a PR of 3:19. She’s run a marathon in every single U.S. state and has qualified for Boston in all 50 states. She’s a USATF Level 1 and RRCA Level 2 certified coach. Trevor, who once hated running, now has 24 marathons, a 50K, and 27 half marathons under his belt. He’s run races in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, France, Belgium, Japan, the UK, Slovakia—you name it. He’s passionate about using running as a way to explore the world and connect with people, and that comes through in everything he does behind the mic. Their podcast recently celebrated its 15-year anniversary (check out their April 2nd episode for that milestone!), which is absolutely incredible. Their longevity and consistency are a testament to their love for this sport and the community they’ve built. In this episode, we talk about their journey with the podcast and running, parenting three boys, and I couldn’t resist asking them for some tips on raising boys—since they’re a few steps ahead of me. I really appreciated their honest insights and the warmth they brought to this conversation. If you’re enjoying this series, a quick rating and review on iTunes or Spotify goes a long way—it helps more people find the show and lets me know what’s resonating with you. All right friends, please enjoy my conversation with Angie and Trevor Spencer. What we talked about: 4:00- Reflecting on the history of running podcasts 11:30- Their progression in the space 16:30- A look behind the scenes producing a podcast 29:00- Their marathon careers 43:45- Their favorite marathons that they raced 54:00- End of podcast questions Show notes: The Let Them Theory Building a Story Brand Blue Like Jazz Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein LIVE! at Bottleworks Boulderthon Use the code “hein20” for $20 off the marathon or half marathon Go listen to For the Long Run Podcast wherever you get your podcasts or at forthelong.run

We’ve got Jess McClain on the show today! She’ll be running her fifth marathon in Boston next weekend—can you believe Marathon Monday is almost here? This will be Jess’s second time on the podcast; the first was shortly after the 2024 Olympic Marathon Trials, where she placed fourth and had everyone wondering, “Wait, who is this woman?” But Jess definitely didn’t come out of nowhere.She’s a former 5,000m standout, an All-American at Stanford, and a high school star coached by Dr. Jeff Messer—who, by the way, was on this podcast as part of our coaching series last year (check that one out if you haven’t – episode 578!). Jess took a break from professional running during COVID but was previously training with the Brooks Beasts. She’s now back, stronger than ever, and her fourth-place finish at the Trials came with a four-minute PR—running 2:25:46.Since then, she’s gone on to place fourth in both the 10,000m at the Olympic Trials on the track and the USA Half Marathon Championships. Fourth place again and again—but what stands out about Jess is the grace she shows after each race. In this episode, she shares how she’s taken the pressure off chasing podiums and learned to embrace racing for more than just the result.Jess ran her first major last fall in New York, where she placed eighth in 2:27:19. Now she’s headed to Boston for her second major, carrying lessons learned and a fresh mindset. She also won the USA 10K title last year at the Great Cow Harbor 10K and has been back on the track—something she didn’t think she’d return to.In addition to running professionally for Brooks, Jess works full-time with the Love Up and Love Pup Foundations. The Love Up Foundation supports children in foster care and spreads love and kindness in the community. Her energy is incredible, and I just love celebrating all that she’s doing in and beyond the sport. Can’t wait to see what she does in Boston!What we talked about:5:00- How training for Boston has looked16:45- Finding peace in the results30:45- Breaking 31 in the 10k alongside Emily Infeld37:00- What it has looked like in her return to professional running54:50- Running for Brooks58:00- Thoughts on Grand SlamShow notes:Episode 578 with Dr. Jeff Messer (Jess’ high school coach!!)Connect with Lindsey: Lindsey on InstagramLindsey on TwitterSupport our sponsors:LagoonUse the code “Lindsey” for 15% off your orderMaui NuiGo to mauinuivenison.com/lindseyAnderson MapleGo to andersonmaple.com and use the code “Fuel20” for 20% offCheck out Lindsey Hein’s training plans HERE!

Today we’re continuing the Behind the Mic series, and I’m so excited to share this conversation with my friend Ali Feller. I know for a fact that almost every one of you listening right now probably tunes into her podcast too—the Ali on the Run Show. Like Tina Muir and I, Ali and I grown up in this podcasting space together. She’s been a consistent voice in the running community, but her influence goes back even further.Before launching her podcast, Ali built a huge following through her blog, writing about running, Crohn’s disease, and life in New York City. That loyal audience followed her to the podcast, where she’s built a truly massive show and an incredibly supportive community. Beyond the podcast, Ali is a race announcer, live podcast host, and has done broadcasting work with major events. She works closely with the New York Road Runners (NYRR) and the Boston Athletic Association (BAA).A few years ago, Ali was diagnosed with breast cancer and shared her journey so openly with her community. She continued to work through it all, and the love and support she received from her friends and listeners really lifted her up. We talk about that journey in this episode, along with her career, motherhood, and what it’s like to be on the other side of the mic for once.Ali is also the announcer for the Boulderthon this fall—one of the fastest growing races in America, ranked a top 10 fall marathon by Runner’s World and USA Today. Think big city energy meets small-town charm, with a gorgeous Pearl Street finish. If you’re planning to run, don’t wait—spots are filling fast! The race is September 28th, and you can save $20 on the half marathon or marathon with the code HEIN20 at boulderthon.org.If you enjoy this series or anything we’re doing on I’ll Have Another, please consider leaving a quick rating and review. It makes a huge difference. And remember, you can support the show at patreon.com/lindseyhein to get all episodes totally ad free and a day early for just $3/month.All right, friends—please enjoy my conversation with Ali Feller.What we talked about:5:00- Turning 4012:50- Staying relevant in the running podcast scene as the landscape changes22:10- Ali’s breast cancer diagnosis37:00- Her support from her friends over the past 2 years43:00- What Ali is looking forward to51:00- Dealing with hate on the internet56:00- End of podcast questionsShow notes:Running Point on NetflixConnect with Lindsey: Lindsey on InstagramLindsey on TwitterSupport our sponsors:I’ll Have Another with Lindsey Hein LIVE! at BottleworksRelay ActiveUse the code “Lindsey15” for 15% off your next order!BoulderthonUse the code “hein20” for $20 off the marathon or half marathonCornbreadUse the code “Another” at checkout for 20% off your order