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NYC Marathon Highlights + The Remarkable Rise of Ava Crean
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt and Luke discuss the New York Marathon, focusing on the exciting men's race that featured a photo finish between Benson Kipruto and Alexander Mutiso. They delve into Kipruto's broader ambitions of winning all seven major marathons and reflect on the different strategies and mindsets elite runners employ. The episode also highlights the performance of notable athletes like Joel Klecker and debut runner Charles Hicks in the men's race, as well as Helen Obiri and Fiona O'Keeffe among the women. Additionally, the hosts share the inspiring story of 19-year-old Irish marathoner Ava Crane, who won the Irish National Marathon Championship with a time of 2:34:11. The episodes wrap up with a preview of personal updates from Matt and Luke on their training and future race plans, available on their private podcast feed for supporters. Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: [email protected] Topics: 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Men's NYC Marathon Highlights 27:06 Kipchoge's World Tour Announcement 36:42 Women's NYC Marathon Highlights 44:52 Ava Green's Inspirational Journey 56:37 Conclusion
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What's the Real Women's Marathon World Record?
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Matt and Luke discuss several key topics in the running world, including the three-year doping ban of Women's Marathon World Record Holder Ruth Chepngetich by the AIU. They review notable performances from the recent Valencia Half Marathon and delve into Luke's updated training regime and blood test results post-Chicago Marathon. The episode also covers the Olympic qualifying standards for US marathoners, highlighting the differences in criteria between men and women, and debates potential improvements in anti-doping measures. Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: [email protected] 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Luke's Training Updates and Health Insights 11:08 Ruth Chepngetich Doping Scandal 25:17 The Debate on Doping and Fairness 28:31 Valencia Half Marathon Results 31:44 USA Olympic Trials Qualifying Times Discussion 49:37 Conclusion and Shareholders Club
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Conner Mantz's Marathon American Record - Training Analysis
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Matt Fox and Luke Keogh delve into an in-depth analysis of Conner Mantz's training plan leading up to his American Record over the Marathon recently at the Chiacgo Marathon, highlighting his approach to recovery, lack of traditional periodization, and consistent long run strategies. They also answer listener questions about marathon training strategies addressing specifics on high-volume training, the nuances of weight loss related to marathon performance, and approaches to structuring training blocks for optimal improvement. Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: [email protected] Topics: 00:00 Introduction00:53 Luke's Post-Marathon Recovery09:56 Conner Mantz's Training Analysis27:18 Back to Back Marathon Advice32:43 High Volume vs. VO2 Max Training36:48 Coaching Question39:57 Weight Loss and Marathon Performance
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Chicago Marathon 2025 Recap
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt Fox and Luke discuss Luke's experience at the recently concluded Chicago Marathon. Luke shares his struggles, including a tough decision to drop out due to physical and mental challenges. The episode delves into the importance of pushing through adversity and finding positives, even when races don't go as planned. They also analyze professional race results, offering critical insights into performances by notable runners such as Conner Mantz and Rory Linkletter. The show concludes with a sneak peek into Matt Fox's injury and plans for recovery. Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025/ Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: [email protected] Topics: 00:00 Introduction00:07 Luke's Chicago Marathon Experience44:16 Men Pro Field Race Analysis57:27 Women pro field Race analysis
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Chicago Marathon Race Week Is Here - Fueling, Shoes, Carbs, Weather
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt announces a couple of open positions for personalized coaching at the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: ttps://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Joining him is colleague Luke, who shares his thoughts and concerns about the upcoming Chicago Marathon amid fluctuating weather forecasts. Despite feeling less excited due to a tough summer of training, Luke remains determined to give it his all on race day. The episode delves into Luke's race shoe choice, nutrition plan, and prepping strategies for the marathon. Additionally, listeners' questions are answered, covering topics like running in a suit, Usain Bolt's potential 800m time, and motivations for beating specific athletes. The discussion provides an insightful look into the mental and physical preparations of elite marathon training. Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025/ Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: [email protected] Topics: 00:00 Introduction and SECA advert01:47 Chicago Marathon Weather Forecast02:31 The Shareholders Club09:04 A Controversial Marathon Performance 16:30 Chicago Marathon Preparation: Nutrition and Gear33:17 Listener Questions and Insights46:26 Final Thoughts
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