In Episode 36 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to HOKA NAZ Elite runner Martin Hehir. Marty ran for Syracuse University and helped lead them to a Cross Country National Title in 2015. We talk to Marty about his transition from college to pro and how his training has changed now that he competes at the highest level.
The Final Surge Podcast
The Final Surge Podcast
We are excited to bring you podcast interviews from some of the brightest in the running, triathlon and endurance industry. We'll touch on a variety of topics about training, injury prevention, racing, nutrition and much more!
Final Surge Podcast Episode 35: Greg McMillan
In Episode 35 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to coach Greg McMillan. Greg is the founder of McMillan Running, has written books and articles on training and racing, and is the creator of the world famous McMillan Calculator.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 34: Jason Hartmann
In Episode 34 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to former professional runner and now collegiate coach Jason Hartmann. Jason has run 2:11:06 for the marathon, has been the top American finisher at Chicago, and has placed 4th at Boston multiple times. He now coaches at Saginaw Valley State University.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 33: Scott Simmons
In Episode 33 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to American Distance Project coach Scott Simmons. ADP athletes have won multiple National Championships and have represented the United States at the Olympics. Scott discusses a range of topics including his team, marathon training, and his thoughts on US distance running.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 32: Addie Bracy
In Episode 32 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to womenÍs US Mountain Running Champion and the 2016 USATF Mountain/Ultra/Trail Runner of the Year Addie Bracy. Addie is a professional runner for the Hudson Elite team that recently made the transition to trail running. In addition, Addie coaches high school athletes. We discuss all of that and more.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 31: Drew Hunter
In Episode 31 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to professional runner Drew Hunter. Drew is considered one of the best high school distance runners of all time, breaking the national indoor mile record formerly held by Alan Webb. We discuss Drew’s decision to not run in college and turn pro, his goals for this year, and get into details about his current training.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 30: Sarah Kozul
In Episode 30 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to Coach Sarah Kozul of the Jeff Galloway Run Walk Run Lakeland Florida training group. Sarah discusses the philosophy of the Galloway method, the goals of the program and the types of workouts that the Galloway method uses to help athletes train for their upcoming races.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 29: Matt Fitzgerald
In Episode 29 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to endurance sport author, coach and nutritionist Matt Fitzgerald. Matt discusses his 80/20 rule, differences in diets for optimal training compared to weight loss, and the mental aspect of training and racing.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 28: Kim Conley
In Episode 28 of the Final Surge podcast we talk to two-time U.S. Olympian Kim Conley. Kim discusses her decision to run at UC Davis after high school, some of her past Olympic Trials races, and her recent marathon debut. We discuss her upcoming plans for the 2017 season and ask her some questions about the current depth of women’s running in the United States.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 27: Mario Fraioli
In Episode 27 of the Final Surge podcast we talk to Coach Mario Fraioli. Mario is the former Senior Editor of Competitor Magazine and now works for an online coaching venture called Ekiden. Mario discusses his new job transition, why he doesn’t like the word “goals”, and answers some specific training questions.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 26: Nick Willis
In Episode 26 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to 1500m Olympic medalist Nick Willis of New Zealand. Nick discusses his 2016 race in Rio, his training leading up to his race, and his partnership with Final Surge to launch his new business venture, Miler Method Boot Camps.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 25: Nick Symmonds
In Episode 25 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to 800m Olympian and entrepreneur Nick Symmonds. Nick discusses training and racing strategy for mid-distance events, his future in the sport, his plans to run a marathon, and his new business venture Run Gum.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 24: Joe Vigil
In Episode 24 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to legendary coach Joe Vigil. Joe won 26 national titles at Adams State College and produced 425 All-Americans. He has worked with Olympic Bronze Madalist Deena Kastor, Silver Medalist Meb Keflezighi, and recently with Olympians Brenda Martinez and Boris Berian.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 23: Laura Pizmoht of Salty Running
In Episode 23 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to Laura Pizmoht, runner and founder of the popular running blog Salty Running. Laura discusses a range of topics from how the blog got started, how much time it takes each day, important issues in women’s running and how a woman-focused blog should be read by men as well.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 22: Alex Hutchinson
In Episode 22 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to Alex Hutchinson, Sweat Science writer for Runner’s World. Alex discusses the latest research on topics like running cadence, foot placement, strength training for endurance athletes, hydration and how beet juice has many possible benefits to your training and health.
Final Surge Podcast Episode 21: Dr. Richard Hansen
In Episode 21 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to Dr. Richard Hansen, coach of the Roots Running Project. Richard is a chiropractor specializing in sports medicine for runners and has helped launch a professional post-collegiate running team featuring athletes like Noah Droddy.
