The Long Run Show

Join us for another episode of Marathon Talk as Chris Ford and Hayden Harbud go deep into the world of marathon running — from the biggest races on the planet to the ones that mean the most at a local level.

In this episode, we break down the Abbott World Marathon Majors, rank iconic events, and share honest, unfiltered experiences from the start line to the final mile. We talk training realities, race-day mistakes, mental battles, and what marathon running actually feels like for everyday runners — not elites.

You’ll hear:
Honest reviews of major and local marathons
Event rankings and what makes a marathon truly great
Training insights that actually work in the real world
Race-day lessons you only learn the hard way
The physical and mental reality of running 26.2 miles

Whether you’re chasing a Six Star finish, planning your very first marathon, or simply looking for motivation to lace up and commit to the journey, this episode delivers real stories, practical advice, and genuine marathon inspiration.

🏃‍♂️ No hype. No shortcuts. Just real talk about running marathons.
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Welcome to the FORDY RUNS Shoe Talk Show 👟 — a weekly live video podcast dedicated entirely to running shoes.

Recorded LIVE every Monday at 8:00 PM, this show is where runners can ask questions and get honest, practical advice about choosing the right running shoes for their body, training, and goals.

Each episode covers topics such as:
Which running shoes are right for you
Daily trainers vs race shoes
Carbon plate shoes — who actually needs them
Cushioning, stability, fit & shoe rotation
Shoes for beginners, marathon runners, and injured runners

I’m a qualified running coach, so when shoe choices overlap with training, injury prevention, or performance, I also share coaching advice to help you run better and stay healthy.

🗓️ Live Show Details
📍 Live every Monday at 8:00 PM
🎥 Recorded live → released as a video podcast & audio podcast
💬 Ask your questions live in the chat

If you’re overwhelmed by shoe choice, confused by marketing hype, or want expert guidance without the jargon, the FORDY RUNS Shoe Talk Show is here to help.

👉 Subscribe / Follow FORDY RUNS to never miss an episode.
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How to Prevent Injuries During Marathon Training — Explained by a Coach

Training for a marathon is challenging, and marathon training injuries are one of the biggest reasons runners fail to reach the start line. In this episode, a running coach breaks down how to prevent injuries during marathon training, sharing proven marathon injury prevention tips for beginner and intermediate runners.

You’ll learn why runners get injured during first marathon training, how to avoid common running injuries like shin splints, knee pain, IT band syndrome, and Achilles issues, and what actually works for injury prevention for runners. This video covers safe marathon training, how to increase mileage without getting injured, and how to balance running, recovery, and strength training.

Whether you’re preparing for your first marathon, building mileage for a half marathon, or simply want to run pain-free, this episode explains marathon training injury prevention in simple, practical terms. We discuss runner recovery, strength training for runners, proper running volume, rest days, running shoes, and how to listen to your body to avoid overtraining.

If you want to train smarter, stay healthy, and make it to race day without injury, this episode on how to prevent injuries while marathon training is for you.

Topics covered:
Marathon training injury prevention
How to avoid injury when running
First marathon training tips
Common running injuries and prevention
Strength training for runners
Recovery and rest days
Increasing mileage safely
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FORDY RUNS Shoe Talk Show 👟 | Video Podcast Description

Welcome to the FORDY RUNS Shoe Talk Show 👟 — a weekly live video podcast dedicated entirely to running shoes.

Recorded LIVE every Monday at 8:00 PM, this show is where runners can ask questions and get honest, practical advice about choosing the right running shoes for their body, training, and goals.

Each episode covers topics such as:
Which running shoes are right for you
Daily trainers vs race shoes
Carbon plate shoes — who actually needs them
Cushioning, stability, fit & shoe rotation
Shoes for beginners, marathon runners, and injured runners

I’m a qualified running coach, so when shoe choices overlap with training, injury prevention, or performance, I also share coaching advice to help you run better and stay healthy.

🗓️ Live Show Details
📍 Live every Monday at 8:00 PM
🎥 Recorded live → released as a video podcast & audio podcast
💬 Ask your questions live in the chat

If you’re overwhelmed by shoe choice, confused by marketing hype, or want expert guidance without the jargon, the FORDY RUNS Shoe Talk Show is here to help.

👉 Subscribe / Follow FORDY RUNS to never miss an episode.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why do so many runners train hard… yet never feel fully fit on race day?

In this episode, we break down periodisation — the structured way of organising your training into phases so you don’t have to do every workout, every week, all the time.

Whether you’re following a 16–20 week training plan or building fitness year-round, understanding training cycles can be the difference between steady progress and constant fatigue, injury, or burnout.

We cover:
What periodisation actually means (in plain English)
How training phases work and why each one matters
When to focus on endurance, speed, strength, and recovery
Why doing “everything at once” stalls progress
How structured variety helps prevent plateaus and injuries
How to time peak fitness for race day

This episode is ideal for runners training for 5Ks, half marathons, marathons, or anyone who wants to train with more purpose and less guesswork.

🏃‍♂️ Train with intention. Recover properly. Peak when it matters.
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