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Four experienced run coaches pull back the curtain on a real mentorship-group conversation to explore the pros, cons, and trade-offs of 1:1 coaching versus training plans—and help you decide what’s right for you.

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Previous Episode with these coaches:

• Ep 227: Insights From 5 Expert Run Coaches

Connect with Janelle Brade:

• Inspired Soles Interview:
  • Ep 148: Level Up Your Mental Game
• Website: https://www.motivatedinmotion.com/
• Instagram: @motivated.in.motion @motivated.mrs

Connect with Lynsey Romano:

• Inspired Soles Interviews:
  • Ep 31: Why Runners Can't Afford to NOT Strength Train
  • Ep 206: The Science of Marathon Tapering
  • Ep 221: Navigating Changes in the Coach-Athlete Relationship
• Website: https://www.runcoach.org/
• Instagram: @lynseyeromano

Connect with Jocelyn Fredine:

• Inspired Soles Interview:
  • Ep 280: Strong at Every Stage | 5 Women on Running, Identity & Belonging (International Women's Day Special)
• Website: https://www.runcoach.org/
• Instagram: @coach.jocelyn

Connect with Sarah Carroll:

• • Inspired Soles Interview:
    • Ep 218: How to Get Started (or Re-Started) With Running
  • Website: https://www.underdogscoaching.com/
  • Instagram: @underdogs_coaching

Connect with Carolyn:

• Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin

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What does marathon training really look like across a nearly two-hour performance gap?

In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Mandersheid to explore the key differences between coaching a 2:55 and a 4:35 Boston Qualifier. We dig into how factors like time on feet, long runs, workouts, fueling, recovery, and race day strategy should actually scale — and why a one-size-fits-all approach to marathon training often misses the mark.

Along the way, Sara shares thoughtful truths about mileage, performance, and what really moves the needle — while also reminding us that joy has a place in the process.

Whether you’re chasing a BQ or simply looking to train smarter, this conversation might just change how you think about your running.

Connect with Sara:

• Instagram: @sayrahrunshappy @elevateyourrunning
• Podcast: Elevate Your Running
• Coaching: elevateyourrunning.com

Connect with Carolyn:

• Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin

You can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

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This week, I’m joined by professional marathoner Jacob Thomson, coming off his race at the New York City Half Marathon. We unpack how the race played out, including the moment he found himself running solo, and what it all means with Boston just five weeks away.

We also talk about his unique role pacing some of the best runners in the world, his top tips for tackling the Boston course, and his podcast Out and Back. And of course, we couldn’t help but weigh in on the buzz around Grant Fisher’s half marathon debut.

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Connect with Jacob:

• Instagram: @jtcougars8 @runthomsontraining @out_n_back
• Out and Back Podcast
• Coaching: https://www.thomsontraining.run/

Connect with Carolyn:

• Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffin

You can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.