I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein Podcast

I’m beyond excited to bring a track athlete to the podcast today—two-time Olympic silver medalist and world championship silver medalist, Kenny Bednarek! He won silver in the 200 meters at the Tokyo Olympics, the Paris Olympics, and the 2022 World Championships. Not to mention, he’s also a 10-time Diamond League champion and runs for Nike. If you’ve seen the Sprint documentary, you’ll recognize Kenny, as he was highlighted in season two, which was really cool to watch. Aside from his incredible accomplishments on the track, Kenny is also an advocate for adoption. He is from Wisconsin. We talked about his journey, which includes running at the community college level for Indian Hills Community College and then turning pro after a year. One of the coolest parts of this episode was when I found out how excited my kids were about this interview—they were definitely more excited about talking to a sprinter than any long-distance runner I’ve had on. So, I made sure to sneak in a few questions from them, which was a fun twist! We also dove into a bit of football talk because Kenny actually used to play the sport. Fun fact: his high school team won both the state championships in track and field and football during his senior year. Kenny is also gearing up for the Grand Slam series as a racer—this is the new competition series that Michael Johnson’s team is putting on, and it’s going to be really exciting! The first event, the Kingston Slam, takes place from April 4th to 6th. After that, there will be one competition each month through June, including the Miami Slam, the Philadelphia Slam, and the LA Slam. Kenny is one of 96 athletes competing in this series, and I can’t wait to see how this brings even more exposure and excitement to the sport of track and field! What we talked about: 7:30- Kenny’s training group 14:00- Reflections on some of his Olympic and World Champs teams 16:25- Kenny’s girlfriend and how they met 21:45- Grand Slam Track and growing the sport 27:00- His adoption story 34:50- Kenny’s time playing football 41:35- What his trajectory in the sport looks like to him 45:45- Technique in the sprints 52:00- Picking himself up after dissapointing results 55:40- Questions form the Hein boys 1:00:00- Competing for a junior college and then going pro 1:03:15- End of podcast questions Show notes: Zen in the Art of Archery  Support our sponsors: Lagoon Use the code “Lindsey” for 15% off your order Cure Hydration Go to CureHydration.com/another and use the code “another for 20% off your first order Maui Nui Go to mauinuivenison.com/lindsey Check out Lindsey Hein’s training plans HERE!

Today on the show, we’re joined by the incredible Calli Hauger-Thackery, and wow, she’s definitely one to watch right now. She just ran a massive PR in Japan, clocking in a time of 66:58 for the half marathon, which placed her second. Recently, she also returned to the track for the first time in eight years, where she raced indoors. Calli’s versatility as an athlete is truly something to admire. She made her marathon debut at the McKirdy Micro Marathon in 2023, where she won with an impressive 2:22:17. That victory set the stage for an incredible year ahead. Not long after, she was selected to represent Great Britain at the Paris Olympics, although she had to DNF that race due to a variety of challenges. We dive into all of that in the episode. But Calli didn’t stop there. She came back strong, running a PR of 2:21:24 in Berlin, and then went on to win the California International Marathon (CIM) last year with a 2:24:28, including a thrilling sprint to the finish. She’s sponsored by Nike and coached by her husband, Nick, and she’s been crushing some truly fast times. We recorded this before the Gate River Run, but Calli went on the win that last weekend. She’ll also be running the TEN 10k on the track and is preparing for her first Boston Marathon in April. It’s going to be an exciting time for her, and she’s just such a positive presence in the running world, always bringing great energy and showing up alongside all of these amazing women running incredible times. Enjoy! What we talked about: 4:30- Catching up on training  10:30- Life outside of running 12:30- Callie and Nick’s wedding 20:10- Looking ahead at the Boston Marathon 24:40- Reflections on her marathon debut 29:45- Her fueling strategy 31:05- Her Olympic experience 38:30- Her season after the Olympics 56:00- Her recent 66:58 half marathon 59:00- Having Nick as her coach 1:00:04- Looking ahead at the future of her career 1:10:30- Her sponsorship with Nike 1:14:00- End of podcast questions Show notes: Rental Tycoons Mile to Go by Joan Benoit Samuelson Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Cure Hydration Go to CureHydration.com/another and use the code “another for 20% off your first order Anderson Maple Go to andersonmaple.com and use the code “Fuel20” for 20% off BitchStick Go to BitchStick.com and use the code “Lindsey” for 20% off your order

Today, my guest is Kellyn Taylor, and I’m so happy to have her back on the podcast! Kellyn is a returning guest, and she’s been on the show multiple times over the eight years I’ve been hosting. Most recently, we had her on just before the Olympic marathon trials last February. Kellyn’s got some exciting races coming up. She’s gearing up for the US Half Marathon Championships this weekend, and she recently ran the Mesa Half Marathon, where she had an amazing race, finishing second with a time of 69:15. Right now, Kellyn is also training for Boston, where she’ll be running this spring. She’s also got the New York City Half on her schedule. So, lots of great races ahead! Kellyn ran for Hoka NAZ Elite for a decade, and we’ve all watched her and that team grow and achieve incredible things over the years. It feels like I’ve kind of grown up alongside her in the industry. But this past year, Hoka made the decision to drop Kellyn, along with Steph Bruce and Lauren Hagans, some of the team’s original members. We talk with Kellyn about how she’s processed that change over the last few months, what’s been going on in her world since, and what new shoes she’s trying out. We also dive into the topic of ageism, because as Kellyn puts it, nobody gets to decide when your career ends—only you get to decide that. Last year was definitely a tough one for Kellyn. I think she called it a “hard year but a decent year”—she says it in the episode, but it was a year of recovery after some injuries. Despite that, she managed to place 15th at the US Olympic Marathon Trials, and then she went on to place sixth in the 10,000 meters at the US Trials. After that, she placed 10th in New York, running a 2:27:59. That was actually her worst finish ever at New York, but it’s still incredible. She’s always been in the top 10 there, and it was her fifth time racing the course. I’m really excited for Kellyn and what’s ahead for her in 2025. She’s got big goals and is looking forward to trying new things this year. I’ll definitely be cheering hard for her. So, I hope you enjoy my conversation with Kellyn Taylor. What we talked about: 3:00- Catching up with Kellyn 5:05- Running the half marathon championships this weekend 12:50- The cuts from HOKA and reflections on her past few years 18:00- NYC Marathon 22:00- Looking ahead to the Boston Marathon 34:00- What’s exciting Kellyn in life and in running 37:45- Her kids and family 44:00- What shoes she is trying out 46:20- What her future with sponsorships looks like 50:00- Favorite memories over her career so far 52:00- Her plans to race trails 54:00- End of podcast questions Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Cure Hydration Go to CureHydration.com/another and use the code “another for 20% off your first order Cornbread Use the code “Another” at checkout for 20% off your order Anderson Maple Go to andersonmaple.com and use the code “Fuel20” for 20% off

In this episode, we’re sitting down with professional marathoner Annie Frisbie, who runs for Puma and has been with them since 2021. Annie made her marathon debut that same year at the 2021 New York City Marathon, where she ran an impressive 2:26:18 and finished in seventh place. I’m not sure why it took me this long to get Annie on the podcast, but I’m so glad we finally made it happen! Annie’s been recovering from a hamstring injury after the Chicago Marathon this past fall, where she ran a solid 2:27:52. But now, she’s gearing up for her second Boston Marathon, and I can’t wait to see how she tackles that iconic course a second time around. We all know how much we learn from our first time running Boston, so it’ll be interesting to hear about what she’s doing differently this year. Annie trains with the Minnesota Distance Elite team, alongside one of our favorites, Dakota Lindwurm, who’s also a great friend and training partner of Annie’s. Before her professional career, Annie ran for Iowa State, and we get into that a bit too. It was such a pleasure to sit down and chat with Annie, and I think you’ll enjoy getting to know her in this episode.  What we talked about: 3:00- Gearing up for the Boston Marathon! 10:00- What her recovery looks like from injuries 21:45- Sub 3 project with Puma 23:40- What’s ahead for Annie 27:00- Her race tactics and workouts that she loves 30:00- Reflections on the Olympic Trials 34:00- Annie’s marathoning career 45:20- Training in Minnesota 49:00- Training plans for the winter Show notes: Books recommended Game of Thrones Series Open Shows recommended: The Boys The Bear White Lotus Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Cure Hydration Go to CureHydration.com/another and use the code “another for 20% off your first order Cornbread Use the code “Another” at checkout for 30% off your order

I’m so excited to share this conversation with Amanda Vestri, who is an absolute joy to interview. She’s got a lot to say about her goals with running and how her mindset has evolved over time. It was inspiring hearing her talk about how she views the sport and what’s ahead for her. Recently, Amanda ran an impressive 67:35 at the Houston Half Marathon, marking her second-ever half. Her debut was in Orlando, where she won and ran 68:12. She was initially supposed to run the Valencia Half, known for its speed, but due to an injury that popped up just weeks before, she had to pull out. Instead, she raced in Orlando and then in Houston, which led to an amazing result. At Houston, she finished as the second American behind Weini Kelati, and fourth overall. With the Half Marathon Championships coming up in Atlanta this March, it’s going to be exciting to see Amanda, Weini, and many other fast women battling it out. The field will be stacked! Amanda is sponsored by Brooks and runs with ZAP Fitness. She ran for Syracuse University after initially starting her college career at Iowa State. In our conversation, she reflects on her journey post-college and how it wasn’t quite what she expected. The path to finding the right team and sponsorship wasn’t smooth at first, but ZAP Fitness really gave her the opportunity she needed. And now she has a sponsorship with Brooks! Speaking of her sponsorship with Brooks, she shares a wild story about signing her deal just an hour before the Olympic Trials, which is something I found so interesting. Amanda also had an amazing result at the Olympic Trials in the 10,000 meters, finishing fifth while coming off a COVID recovery, which is an incredible accomplishment given the competition. She currently lives in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, where ZAP Fitness is based, and it’s always a pleasure to chat with her. I know when she runs her first marathon, it’s going to be something special. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Thanks for being here and enjoy my chat with Amanda Vestri. What we talked about: 3:00- Reflections on her first year as a pro 9:45- Her recent half marathon success 25:10- How she is feeling walking away from Houston 29:50- Heading into the half marathon champs 35:00- Other upcoming races  43:00- Her partnership with Brooks 51:00- Her college experience and turning pro 1:10:20- End of podcast questions Show notes: Just the Nicest Couple Elin Hilderbrand’s books Mary Higgins Clark books 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 Take on Barilla’s Protein Pasta Winter Energy Challenge on the Strava Fitness App Complete 10 days of movement for your Barilla Pasta reward! Go to https://strava.app.link/barilla Maui Nui Go to mauinuivenison.com/lindsey

Today, we have Paralympian Hannah Dederick on the show. Hannah is a two-time Paralympian and a wheelchair athlete in the T-54 class. She competed in the Tokyo Paralympics at just 18 years old, making her the youngest wheelchair athlete at those Games. In Tokyo, she placed fourth in the 100 meters. At the Paris Paralympics, she competed in the 100, 400, and 800 meters, finishing sixth in the 100, fourth in the 400, and seventh in the 800, making it to all three event finals. In addition to her Paralympic achievements, Hannah is a three-time marathoner, having competed in the New York, Boston, and Chicago marathons. She also made history by winning the first-ever National Collegiate Wheelchair Championship in the 100 meters at Hayward Field. This was a major milestone, as it marked the first time there had been a National Collegiate Wheelchair Championship, alongside other events like basketball and tennis. Big progress is being made in the world of para-sport! Hannah’s story is truly incredible. Born in China with spina bifida, she was adopted at the age of four from an orphanage. She discovered para-sport at the age of 12 through her local Shriners Hospital, and from there, the rest is history. She has been competing in para-sport for over 10 years now, making her world stage debut at just 16 years old. Currently, she is studying at the University of Illinois. Hannah’s journey is remarkable, and I’m excited for you to hear her story. I hope this conversation not only inspires you but also opens your eyes to the world of para-sport. Thanks for being here, and please enjoy my conversation with Hannah Dederick. What we talked about: Being a part of the first ever NCAA Wheelchair Track Championships The importance of inclusion in college sports Where she finds strength on hard training days Her range in events from sprints to the marathon Training with the University of Illinois Her childhood Looking ahead to her career trajectory Increasing the visibility of parathletics Goals for the future in sport and beyond Show notes: Move United Challenge Athlete Foundation Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: 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 Lagoon Use the code “Lindsey” for 15% off your order Check out Lindsey Hein’s training plans HERE!

I’m excited to share that my guest on today’s podcast is Emily Infeld. We all love Emily! She’s a regular here on the I’ll Have Another Podcast, and it’s always such a pleasure to have her back on. My favorite story about Emily goes way back to 2016, when I first started this podcast. I had this idea that maybe I could get some professional athletes to come on the show, and Emily was one of the very first pros to say yes. It’s been really cool to see how far both of us have come since then. As I’ve progressed in my podcasting journey, I’ve been able to cheer Emily on, watch her grow, and see all the incredible things she’s been doing in the sport. Not only has she achieved amazing things on the track, but she’s also become such a powerful advocate for mental health, which is something that resonates with so many people. Emily is one of the most real, authentic people I know in this sport, and I’m excited to share this conversation with you. For a little background, Emily is a 2015 World Silver Medalist in the 10,000 meters, and a 2018 Silver Medalist at the US Cross Country Championships. She’s represented Team USA six times, and she competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics. She was with Nike for a long time (over 12 years!!), and just recently announced that she’ll be joining the Brooks Running team. Emily is one of those people who is so easy to talk to—kind, genuine, and you feel that authenticity in every conversation with her. It really comes through in this interview. So, please enjoy my conversation with the wonderful Emily Infeld! What we talked about: 3:15- Emily’s new partnership with Brooks 5:05- Emily’s goals going forward 12:55- Reflections on her Olympic Trials in 2024 19:50- Training with Team Boss 23:00- Max’s 5k streak 31:00- Emily’s new training setup 41:30- Reflections on her time with Nike and Bowerman 50:00- End of podcast chat! Show notes: Music: Panic at the Disco Fall Out Boys The Killers Book recommendations: Throne of Glass Crescent City Other times Emily has been on the show: Episode 147 Episode 251 Episode 409 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 Take on Barilla’s Protein Pasta Winter Energy Challenge on the Strava Fitness App Complete 10 days of movement for your Barilla Pasta reward! Go to https://strava.app.link/barilla

Today on the podcast, I’m excited to share my conversation with American record holder Weini Kelati. She recently ran 66:09, breaking her own American record in the half marathon at the Houston Half Marathon, where she placed second. Weini is an absolute force in distance running, and I can’t wait to see what she does next. Can you even imagine what will happen when she finally lines up for her first marathon? There are so many exciting things ahead for her career. Weini was the 10,000 meter champion at the Olympic Trials last summer, and she went on to place eighth in the 10,000 at the Olympics. She’s an Under Armour athlete, coached and represented by Stephen Haas, and trains with the Dark Sky Distance group in Flagstaff. In 2014, when she was just 17 years old, Weini traveled from her home country of Eritrea to Eugene, Oregon, to compete in the 3,000 meters at the World Junior Championships. After the race, she made the decision to stay in the U.S. She found a place to live in Leesburg, Virginia, and went on to finish high school, all while running for her high school team, getting a job, and learning English—all completely independently at just 17. She then went on to run for the University of New Mexico, where she won the 2019 NCAA Cross-Country Championship. I have to say, this conversation is not long enough to cover Weini’s entire journey, but she’s been through a lot and has worked incredibly hard to get where she is today. I can’t wait for her to write a book one day because it’s going to be an amazing story. Anyway, I hope you’re as excited as I am to hear this conversation. Big thanks to Stephen Haas and his agency for making this happen. Enjoy the conversation! What we talked about: 3:00- Breaking her own American Record in Houston 10:35- Looking ahead to the half marathon championships 14:00- Racing different distances and how fast of times are being run in women’s track right now 17:55- Reflections on this past summer winning the Olympic Trials and making the Olympics 22:10- Moving to the US 33:00- Training with Under Armour 42:00- Her family 49:00- Favorite distances to race 54:00- End of podcast questions Show notes: Weini on Instagram The Power of Positive Thinking Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Take on Barilla’s Protein Pasta Winter Energy Challenge on the Strava Fitness App Complete 10 days of movement for your Barilla Pasta reward! Go to Strava.com/Barilla Cornbread Use the code “Another” at checkout for 30% off your order

Today on the podcast, we’re excited to welcome back Dani Jones, a professional runner for New Balance. Dani has recently announced a significant change in her training: she’ll be joining the Very Nice Track Club, where she’ll be coached by Ron Warhurst and Sierra Willis. Before this move, Dani had been training with Team Boss and Coach Joe Bosshard since graduating from the University of Colorado, where she was a four-time NCAA champion. Dani reflects on her time with Team Boss and how incredible of a team environment they had there. In this episode, Dani shares her plans to experiment with different race distances. Last summer, she ran a personal best in the 1500 meters, running a time of 4:00 flat, and placed ninth at the U.S. Olympic Trials in both 2021 and 2024. Now at 28 years old, Dani is gearing up for the indoor season and looking forward to a new chapter in her career with this change in both her training environment and coaching team. With so much potential still ahead, Dani has a lot to be excited about. For those interested in hearing Dani’s first appearance on the podcast, our first conversation (episode 256!!) with Dani was back in 2020 when she had just turned pro and was navigating the strange times of the COVID era. It was great to catch up and hear about all the exciting changes in her career since then. Enjoy my conversation with Dani Jones! What we talked about: 4:00- Leaving Team Boss and reflections on her four years there 8:20- What it looked like searching for a new team and coach 10:30- Moving to Michigan 18:10- What she has learned from each of her coaches 25:10- Reflecting on her decision to turn pro 27:10- Her 2024 year in review 46:00- What Dani is looking forward to going forward 49:00- New training partners 53:00- End of podcast questions Show notes: Dani Jones when she was first on the podcast – Episode 256 Olive Kittredge The Nightengale  The Women Everything I Know About Love Paper Towns Connect with Lindsey:  Lindsey on Instagram Lindsey on Twitter Support our sponsors: Lagoon Use the code “Lindsey” for 15% off your order Take on Barilla’s Protein Pasta Winter Energy Challenge on the Strava Fitness App Complete 10 days of movement for your Barilla Pasta reward! Go to Strava.com/Barilla Check out Lindsey Hein’s training plans HERE!

We have a truly phenomenal athlete on the podcast today, Trevon Jenifer. Trevon is a three-time Paralympic gold medalist, a one-time Paralympic bronze medalist, and a world champion for Team USA. He plays wheelchair basketball and was born with congenital phocomelia, a rare condition in which a person is born without lower limbs. In this episode, Trevon shares what life was like growing up without lower limbs and how he discovered adaptive sports. Before excelling in wheelchair basketball, Trevon was a wrestler. He has represented Team USA for over 15 years. He’s also a proud father of two and works for the Secret Service. In our conversation, Trevon opens up about his passion for hard work, the immense sacrifices he’s made to reach his goals, and the crucial role that mindset plays in his success. I know you’ll take away so much from this inspiring conversation with him. It was truly an honor to interview Trevon for the podcast. On a personal note, I recently watched wheelchair basketball in the Paralympics, and it was absolutely incredible. It’s been so exciting to see how much more media attention and coverage the Paralympics are getting this year. Let’s keep that momentum going! With the Olympics and Paralympics coming to LA in 2028, there’s a huge opportunity to bring even more visibility to these sports. So let’s keep supporting and cheering on these amazing athletes. Please enjoy my conversation with Trevon Jenifer! What we talked about: 5:15- Trevon’s backstory and being born without legs 16:30- His path to the Paralympics and his training 19:00- Watching his kids become athletes 28:45- Recapping his career so far and winning medals 37:20- Growth of the media attention on the Paralympics 42:50- Teaching our kids about differences 48:25- His motivational speaking engagements 45:10- His career 57:40- End of podcast questions Show notes: Trevon on Instagram Books: A Court of Thorns and Roses Spy the Lie Shows: Lioness The Agency Movies: The Bodyguard 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 Donna Marathon Join me the weekend of January 31st-February 2nd, 2025 for the Donna Marathon weekend! Use the code “Lindsey10” for 10% off your race registration Check out Lindsey Hein’s training plans HERE!