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The Running Journey

The Running Journey

Written by: Rob Tetrault
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✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟 Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each. In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey! So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together! ===================================================2023 Hygiene & Healthy Living Running & Jogging
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  • How to Survive a Backyard Ultra (Complete Race Strategy) | Charlie's BC Backyard Prep | TRJ #167
    Apr 30 2026

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    ⭐⭐ How to Survive a Backyard Ultra (Complete Race Strategy) | Charlie's BC Backyard Prep | TRJ #167

    Charlie is gearing up for the BC Backyard Ultra, one of the most brutal and unique race formats in endurance running.

    No finish line. No set distance. Just one rule: keep going.

    In this episode of The Running Journey, we break down exactly how to prepare for a backyard ultra, including pacing strategy, nutrition, crew logistics, mental approach, and what it really takes to last when the race never ends.

    Whether you're racing one yourself or just curious how far the human body can go, this is a complete deep dive into backyard ultra prep.

    🚀 New episodes every Thursday

    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 - Intro, Sub-2 Marathon!

    05:58 - What Race is Charlie Doing?

    10:08 - What's it Going to Take to Win?

    15:12 - The Support Crew & Logistics

    28:29 - The Strategy & Mantras

    32:39 - Pacing & Nutrition Plan

    49:56 - The Mental Battle of a Backyard

    1:00:04 - Final Thoughts & Prediction

    #runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon #BostonMarathon #Boston

    ✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

    Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

    In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

    So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

    📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • How I Ran Sub-3 at the Boston Marathon (Strategy, Pacing & Lessons) | TRJ #166
    Apr 23 2026

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    ⭐⭐ How I Ran Sub-3 at the Boston Marathon (Strategy, Pacing & Lessons) | TRJ #166

    Rob just ran the Boston Marathon in 2:58:42(!!!) Breaking the 3-hour barrier on one of the toughest marathon courses in the world.

    In this episode of The Running Journey, we break down exactly how it happened — from training and strategy to race-day execution, mistakes, and key lessons learned along the way.

    This marks 4 of 6 World Marathon Majors under 3 hours, and the journey is far from over.

    If you're chasing a big marathon goal, aiming for sub-3, or just love the Boston Marathon, this episode will give you a real, honest look at what it takes.

    🚀 New episodes every Thursday

    CHAPTERS:
    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:03:11 - Boston Marathon Gear
    00:09:37 - The Travel to Boston & What We Did Outside of the Race & Plenty of Boston Marathon Stories
    00:22:30 - The Night Before The Race & Final Day Preparation
    00:34:30 - Race Morning & Quick Bus Story
    00:38:36 - The Boston Marathon Recap
    01:00:01 - Our Post-Race Thoughts on Boston & Manitoban Shoutouts
    01:07:09 - After The Race & Closing Stories

    #runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon #BostonMarathon #Boston

    ✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

    Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

    In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

    So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

    📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • How to Run the Perfect Boston Marathon (Data & Strategy Deep Dive) w/ Todd Friesen | TRJ #165
    Apr 16 2026

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    TIkTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@runwithrobcmv

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    Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089781686060

    ⭐⭐ How to Run the Perfect Boston Marathon (Data & Strategy Deep Dive) w/ Todd Friesen | TRJ #165

    If you're running the Boston Marathon, this episode is your race plan.

    This week on The Running Journey, we sit down with Winnipeg running community advocate and data-driven thinker Todd Friesen to break down the optimal Boston Marathon pacing strategy.

    From course-specific pacing, negative splits, to weather considerations, Garmin setup, and real-world race predictions, this is a deep dive into how to run Boston the right way.

    Whether you're chasing a PR, a sub-3, or just trying to survive the Newton Hills, this episode is designed to be something you can come back to every year before race day.

    Good luck in Boston to those running!

    CHAPTERS:

    00:00:00 - Our Guest, Todd Friesen

    00:04:18 - How's Todd Feeling?

    00:10:21 - Todd Friesen's Chicago/Boston Study

    00:19:05 - A Deep Dive into the OPTIMAL Boston Marathon Plan

    00:32:36 - Our Thoughts on How to Start the Race & Garmin Settings

    00:40:02 - The WEATHER

    00:43:52 - Hopeful for a Sub-3?

    00:49:15 - Todd's Boston Build

    00:57:37 - Boston Predictions

    01:08:41 - Charlie's Backyard Ultra Update & Closing Thoughts

    🚀 New episodes every Thursday

    #runningpodcast #runninginjury #marathontraining #marathon #halfmarathon #BostonMarathon #Boston

    ✤ Welcome to The Running Journey! 🏃👟

    Looking for some inspiration to keep you motivated on your running journey? Look no further than this podcast, featuring two brothers who have overcome incredible obstacles to become dedicated runners. After their father was diagnosed with cancer, they were inspired to take control of their health and fitness, and have since lost an incredible 50 pounds each.

    In each episode, these inspiring siblings share their experience and knowledge, as they review past races, reflect on their struggles with weight loss, and give updates on their training and recovery. With their unique perspectives and inspiring stories, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their running game and reach their own personal goals. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health and fitness journey!

    So put on your running shoes, hit play, and let's run through life together!

    📍Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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    1 hr and 19 mins
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