E62: I Thought I Didn’t Need a Coach… Until I Got One | With Jason Fitzgerald

<p><strong>Unlocking Running Potential with Jason Fitzgerald of </strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZkJ0i0utCvF8NidUvfyYW?si=d7668ceb9d4044ce">⁠<strong>Strength Running </strong>⁠⁠</a></p><p><br></p><p>Welcome to RUNEGADE - You Belong Here</p><p><br></p><p>Full transparency, my marathon time has plateaued. After lowering my PB from 5 hours to 3:47, I have hovered around 4 hours for over 3 years. I’m working with Jason to unlock my untapped running potential … if your story is similar, follow along as we train over the next 10 months.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is sponsored by <strong>Thrive Protein</strong> | Canadian made supplements, nutrition, and hydration to fuel all your adventures. Check them out: <a href="https://www.thriveprotein.ca/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thrive Protein⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> and use the code RUNEGADE to save 20% off your order.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, listen and watch coaching in real-time, as Jason begins coaching Todd towards his long-term running goals - applicable to all runners.</p><ul><li>​Follow <a href="https://www.strava.com/athletes/24075567">Todd on Strava</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Jason Fitzgerald is a 2:39 marathoner, USATF-certified coach, and founder of Strength Running. Since 2010, he has guided tens of thousands of runners to faster times and fewer injuries through smart, strength-based training. A former collegiate track athlete, Jason blends science, experience, and practicality to help athletes train better, race stronger, and stay healthy for the long haul - making him one of the most trusted voices in modern endurance running.</p><p><br></p><p>And he's Todd running coach: since the last week of May 2026, Jason has been focusing Todd on the long-term approach to running and racing.</p><p><br></p><p>Jason shares his insights on building resilience, long-term planning, pacing, and integrating strength into your routine. Good for all runners, if you're stuck at a plateau or just starting out, learn why your greatest breakthroughs often come from dropping the ego and leaning into expert advice.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode:</p><ul><li>​Redefining resilience and wisdom in training, not just speed</li><li>​Importance of long-term planning and cyclical training cycles</li><li>​How to approach base training: speed work, strength, and skills</li><li>​Pacing long and short races: the art of effort and precision</li><li>​The role of heart rate versus pace - when and how to use each</li><li>​Common pitfalls for adult runners and how to avoid them</li><li>​Lessons from the pros - the season before the season</li><li>​The personal journey from reluctant athlete to passionate coach</li></ul><p><br></p><p>You also might enjoy Jason's other appearances:</p><ul><li>​<a href="https://youtu.be/HzjVo1SUwA8?si=dmlRYZ-fmPdgwLIh">You Only Faster:</a></li><li>​<a href="https://youtu.be/x6n-QFWYMYQ?si=V0n3qrlq_NTETbey">You Faster, This Fall</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Todd's pace details to help gauge your running paces and performances:</p><ul><li>​Easy pace: 5:15 to 6:00/km (8:03 to 9:40/mile)</li><li>​Tempo: 4:20 to 4:30/km (6:58 to 7:14/mile)</li><li>​5km Pace: 4:00 to 4:10/km (6:26 to 6:43/mile)</li><li>​Mile Pace: 3:40 to 3:50/km (5:54 to 6:11/mile)</li><li>​Marathon Pace: 5:00 to 5:10/km (8:03 to 8:19/mile)</li><li>​PR: 6:11 mile, 20:30 5km, 1:37 half, 3:47 marathon, 10:59 50mile</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Connect with Jason Fitzgerald:</p><ul><li>​<a href="https://strengthrunning.com/">⁠⁠Strength Running⁠⁠</a></li><li>​<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strength-running-podcast/id1170932252?mt=2">⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZkJ0i0utCvF8NidUvfyYW">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></li><li>​<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZkJ0i0utCvF8NidUvfyYW">⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠</a></li><li>​<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@StrengthRunning">⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠</a></li><li>​X: <a href="https://x.com/JasonFitz1">⁠⁠⁠@JasonFitz1⁠⁠⁠</a></li><li>​Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jasonfitz1