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Running talk at a conversational pace. New episodes every Wednesday with runners of all kinds — sharing stories, lessons, and laughs from the road. Based in Boston, The Zone 2 Podcast started as a passion project while Francis and Brian trained for their first marathons. Since then, it's grown into a platform for conversations with voices from across the running community — from brand reps and run club founders to coaches, pro athletes, and more. Stay connected with us on social media @thezone2podcast and across platforms.
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Did you miss us? After taking the summer off from the pod, Francis and Brian are back to recap our summers over some homemade iced lattes. The tall ships (and the Scots) came to Boston, Francis got some shirts with a bunch of holes in them, Brian ran a mile in scrubs, both of the guys had euro trips, and it's somehow September already! Stick around until the end as we look ahead to fall races, and stay tuned on instagram for new interviews, collabs, events, and merch??? Thanks for listening, and happy running! ------------------------------ Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok , Subscribe on Spotify, and be sure to leave a review and a comment if you enjoyed this week's episode. ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven
In this week's episode we sit down with New Balance Research Engineer, Ben Hazelwood, to discuss what goes into testing and evaluating some of the best shoes on the market. We reference a few different studies in this conversation and we've linked them here: Papers on modeling marathon performances by Michael Joyner: https://journals.physiology.org/doi/abs/10.1152/jappl.1991.70.2.683 https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/a-2539-1381 Paper about foot strike and response to super shoes: https://www.ovid.com/jnls/acsm-msse/abstract/10.1249/mss.0000000000003411~the-influence-of-super-shoes-and-foot-strike-pattern-on An abstract from Ben's master’s: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/19424280.2025.2489682#d1e145 Getting Technical with Russell Wells Carbon Plated and Elated: The Super Shoe Revolution The "Truth" about racing with Sam Truax ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out more of our shoe specials here: Getting Technical with Russell Wells Carbon Plated and Elated: The Super Shoe Revolution The "Truth" about racing with Sam Truax ——————————————— Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Ben Hazelwood
The Boston Marathon is the oldest and arguably the most popular of the world major marathons. We had the amazing privilege to be involved with the Adidas activations in the city and meet some really cool people! ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! For more race-day recaps, check out the following episodes: 36: From Miles to Meaning with Adi Bandekar 35: There Once Was a Race on Nantucket with Ted Trozinski 29: It's Mobbin Time: Mob Mile Recap 17: Maple Syrup and Marathon Splits: with Zach Schrull 15: Break to BQ with Aidan Kindopp ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven
This week, the Zone 2 crew sat down with South African record holder, 2x Olympian, and 5x NCAA champion Dom Scott! We discuss running origins, burnout, the transition from collegiate to professional running, motivation, shoes (or lack thereof) and robot runners! This episode has something for everyone (except clankers)! As referenced, check out Cardiac Cowboys wherever you get your podcasts! ——————————— ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out these interviews with some other professional athletes! 39: Elise Cranny 30: Marielle Hall 18: Meg Morgan ——————————————— Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Dom Scott
What does it mean to run a major marathon in your home town? In this episode, we chat with three-time guest, Devin Miller, to discuss his approach to running the 2026 Boston Marathon and what being able to run it means to him. ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! For more race-day recaps, check out the following episodes: 36: From Miles to Meaning with Adi Bandekar 35: There Once Was a Race on Nantucket with Ted Trozinski 29: It's Mobbin Time: Mob Mile Recap 17: Maple Syrup and Marathon Splits: with Zach Schrull 15: Break to BQ with Aidan Kindopp ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Devin Miller
Enjoy this interview with runner, videographer, and cinematographer Pat Fogarty! In this interview Pat talks all things storytelling in the running space as we follow his journey from running cross-country in high-school and college to capturing the icons of the sport. ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out these other interviews to hear about more taste-makers in the running space! 22: Heartbreaker, Dream Maker with Chief Heartbreaker Dan Fitzgerald https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DjRktS4AdzTLxrOq5UR0g?si=39de005b62784b4b 24: Sun’s Out, Tum’s Out with Not Yet Named Run Club Founder Alex Hermanson https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HfWRgvL81UYNg0sEG4Xq8?si=6393709404a641e9 26: Building Strong Foundations with Brick Layers Union Founder Ben Weingart https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WWDa5FZyMu7QNwJ2uUJOr?si=443b1c1c8e994213 33: Capturing Momentum with Fidelis Teixeira https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ehohVxbJ47vSNh6KOgqyq?si=fb4526a77ee749a7 ——————————————— Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Pat Fogarty
Enjoy this interview with Dan Epstein, a miler turner marathoner who made his start in the running community at Heartbreak Hill Running Company, and now leads Endorphins Running Boston . In this interview, we talk about community, the importance of showing up, and Dan shares some tips and tricks for getting your runs in amidst a busy travel schedule. As always, we wrap things up with a discussion about footwear and a sneak peak ahead at what's coming up for Dan in 2026. Want to run with Endorphins? Check them out at their website linked above, on instagram , and download their app! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out one of our all time favorite interviews with Yü Wu, "The City Runner", who creates guides for runners to explore the cities they travel to: 28: Getting to Know Yu Wu https://www.thecityrunner.com/ ——————————————— Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Dan Epstein
Enjoy this interview with Lead Product Line Manager for Performance Footwear at Puma, and OG Heartbreaker, Conor Cashin! In this interview Conor talks all things performance footwear as we follow his journey from running cross-country in the capital region to designing the next seismic shift in performance running shoes. ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out these other interviews! 8: Running the Show with Castle Island Track Club founder Nora Johnson https://open.spotify.com/episode/2R2jO9J6Voom4eiarKRM4R?si=f9a197a4550a4d0f 16: This Episode is a Banger with Brighton Bangers founder Seth Wolfman: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1xRANt3hVd6WMjmF3fUV20?si=999cbc7e281a4ff1 22: Heartbreaker, Dream Maker with Chief Heartbreaker Dan Fitzgerald https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DjRktS4AdzTLxrOq5UR0g?si=39de005b62784b4b 24: Sun’s Out, Tum’s Out with Not Yet Named Run Club Founder Alex Hermanson https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HfWRgvL81UYNg0sEG4Xq8?si=6393709404a641e9 26: Building Strong Foundations with Brick Layers Union Founder Ben Weingart https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WWDa5FZyMu7QNwJ2uUJOr?si=443b1c1c8e994213 ——————————————— Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Conor Cashin
Enjoy this interview with Leader of Gansett Run Club, Heartbreaker, founder of November Project Providence, Abbott 6-star finisher, and self-proclaimed out-of-shape runner Steven Blais! In this special interview, Steven shares his incredible story and talks about what it means to give back through running. Tune in and learn what helps set Gansett apart! Run with Gansett every Wednesday at Narragansett Brewery in Providence at 6pm. Want to learn more? Check them out on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/gansettrunclub/ ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out these other interviews with run club founders! 8: Running the Show with Castle Island Track Club founder Nora Johnson https://open.spotify.com/episode/2R2jO9J6Voom4eiarKRM4R?si=f9a197a4550a4d0f 16: This Episode is a Banger with Brighton Bangers founder Seth Wolfman: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1xRANt3hVd6WMjmF3fUV20?si=999cbc7e281a4ff1 22: Heartbreaker, Dream Maker with Chief Heartbreaker Dan Fitzgerald https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DjRktS4AdzTLxrOq5UR0g?si=39de005b62784b4b 24: Sun’s Out, Tum’s Out with Not Yet Named Run Club Founder Alex Hermanson https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HfWRgvL81UYNg0sEG4Xq8?si=6393709404a641e9 26: Building Strong Foundations with Brick Layers Union Founder Ben Weingart https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WWDa5FZyMu7QNwJ2uUJOr?si=443b1c1c8e994213 ——————————————— Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Steven Blais
How do your favorite race day shoes go from an idea to your local running store? in this week's episode, we get to sit down with Sam Truax, a member of the Adizero racing team at Adidas, to hear what goes into creating record setting shoes! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out these episodes: 36: From Miles to Meaning with Adi Bandekar 35: There Once Was a Race on Nantucket with Ted Trozinski 29: It's Mobbin Time: Mob Mile Recap 17: Maple Syrup and Marathon Splits: with Zach Schrull 15: Break to BQ with Aidan Kindopp ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Sam Truax
Usually, we like to stay in Zone 2, but we love a good race recap! Enjoy this episode, featuring our dear friend and 5x marathoner Anthony Wiryaman, who ran a huge PR at the Philly Marathon a 2 weeks ago! In this episode, Anthony and Francis both recount their experiences in Philly: marathon expos, hilly out-and-backs, cramps, lost gels, and so much more! As a bonus, Anthony shares his experience running two major marathons in the fall of 2024. In the end, we tie it all together for a discussion about goal-setting, burnout, and if "the wall" actually exists. Stick around for some geography fun facts! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! For more race-day recaps, check out the following episodes: 36: From Miles to Meaning with Adi Bandekar 35: There Once Was a Race on Nantucket with Ted Trozinski 29: It's Mobbin Time: Mob Mile Recap 17: Maple Syrup and Marathon Splits: with Zach Schrull 15: Break to BQ with Aidan Kindopp ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Anthony Wiryaman
Last week we heard about what it takes to run at the division 1 level. This week we're turning on the jets to talk to 2-time Olympian and American record holder in the women's indoor 5k, Elise Cranny. 🏃From turkey trots to time trials, in this episode we learn about her start in running and her quick growth which allowed her to turn pro and represent the 🇺🇸United States on the world stage in the 2020 and 2024 Olympics 🏆! We also discuss the difficulties that athletes of all levels face when balancing their sport and their lives. -------------------------- ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! For more episodes with pro runners, check out the following: 30: Giving It Your All with Marielle Hall 24: Sun's out Tum's out with Alex Hermanson 18: 100 Miles of Mind Games: Inside the Ultra Life with Meg Morgan ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Elise Cranny
What does it take to compete at the Division 1 level? In this week's episode we take a look behind the curtain of elite collegiate training with Boston College miler and steeplechaser, Colin Shaver, who shares his journey from being sidelined inhis freshman year due to injury to quickly becoming one of the best runners on the roster. Colin breaks down the critical questions every athlete faces: What are the grueling workouts that build champions? How do you manage the constant threat of injury? What mental strategies cut through the pressure? And in the end, what is the single biggest factor that truly separates a good runner from a great one? ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! For more episodes with former collegiate athletes, check out the following: 32: Chasing OTQs with Eric Ashe 30: Giving It Your All with Marielle Hall 26: Building Strong Foundations with Ben Weingart 23: Ruminating about Running: Rafe Ganji's Story 22: Heartbreaker, Dream maker: Dan Fitzgerald 15: Break to BQ with Aidan Kindopp 14: Run Fast, You Must with Peter Fox 7: Fast Times with Tommy Hinojosa 5: Getting Technical with Russell Wells ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Colin Shaver
Running your first half-marathon can seem like a daunting task. All the miles of preparation, all the early mornings (and early evenings), all the workouts... None of that guarantees anything, yet we still go to that starting line every time to see what we're capable of. 🏃♂️ In this episode, we talk with one of Brian's oldest friends, Tim Scott, who shares his journey from a background in competitive powerlifting to taking on a half marathon! This past Sunday, he crossed the line at the Cambridge Half Marathon, but there’s so much more to the story than just a finisher’s medal! 🏅 Enjoy this special race recap as Tim shares his experience training for and running his first race, and Brian reflects on what it was like pacing for the first time! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! For more race-day recaps, check out the following episodes: 36: From Miles to Meaning with Adi Bandekar 35: There Once Was a Race on Nantucket with Ted Trozinski 29: It's Mobbin Time: Mob Mile Recap 17: Maple Syrup and Marathon Splits: with Zach Schrull 15: Break to BQ with Aidan Kindopp ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Tim Scott
🌃 For many, running is all about community. This week’s guest, Heartbreak Coach (and Heartbreak regular) Adi Bandekar, embodies that spirit completely. 🏃♂️ In this episode, Adi shares his journey from solo runner to a pillar of the Heartbreak community. We talk marathon training, routine, finding belonging, and what it really means to connect through running. To wrap it up, Brian picks Adi’s brain about run commuting , and why it just might be the best way to get to work. Enjoy! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Be sure to check out these interviews with other members of the Heartbreak community: Getting Technical with Russell Wells In the Details with Devin Miller Rising Up with U.P. Nguyen ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Adi Bandekar
🐳 We ran a half marathon! In part one, we are joined by our friend and former guest Ted Trozinski as we debrief our experiences running the Nantucket Half Marathon together. We talk about race day experiences, training progress, setbacks, and relate it all together for a candid discussion about burnout and goal setting! 👂 In part two, we hear from some listeners and discuss some distance-running hot takes! Be sure to stick around for some fun facts about Nantucket and the whaling industry! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Be sure to listen in to these other fan-favorite race recaps: 29: It’s Mobbin Time: Mob Mile Recap 17: Maple Syrup and Marathon Splits: Zach Shrull on Debut at the Vermont City Marathon 12: Running Really, Really Far with Rachel Ahlmark ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/thezone2podcast/ ) ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ( https://open.spotify.com/show/2A5YC0bYUcsbbdHaB9Lfvc?si=782fde73a79344b9 ) ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ( https://zone2media.substack.com/ ) ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Ted Trozinski
🚑 Endurance sports have long been an important part of Mark Sibold's life, but everything changed in May 2023 when he was struck by a car going over 60 miles per hour while out for a bike ride. What happened next is sure to leave you speachless. 🎙️ Enjoy this inspiring conversation as Mark takes us through his miraculous recovery, from two weeks in the ICU to running 26.2 miles in less than a year. He reflects on the power of goal-setting, self-belief, gratitude, and how his lifelong dedication to fitness helped him to survive and rebuild. 🏃 This is 2024 Boston Marathon finisher Mark Sibold. You can read more about Mark's story on Boston.com and in the Boston University Newsletter . ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Check out some other inspirational stories below: 20: Slaying the Day with Mike Beeman: Inspiration from 48 Boston Marathons 11: Rising Up with U.P. Nguyen 7: Fast Times with Tommy Hinojosa ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Mark Sibold
🏃Running is art in motion and this week’s guest has made it his business to capture that art. 📸If you’ve ever seen a photo of either Brian or Francis that looks like it was professionally shot, it probably was shot by the man himself, Fidelis Teixeira. Through running, Fidelis has been able to create narratives with photos.🎞️ 💔Whether it’s Heartbreak Signature Speed, The Speed Project relay, or his own portfolio, Fidelis sees the world as moments to be captured. In this episode, we discuss his entry into running, and his evolution as a photographer and creative at Heartbreak! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! If you want to see more of Fidelis's awesome work, check him out on Instagram @fidel.is.cool If you want to hear more about storytelling in running, check out these episodes: 30: Giving it your All with Olympian Marielle Hall 26: Building Strong Foundations with Benjamin Weingart 23: Ruminating about Running: Rafe Gangji's Story ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Fidelis Teixeira
🐘 An Olympic Trials Qualifying (OTQ) marathon time has long represented the standard of excellence in distance running, and this week, we were thrilled to be joined by a man who has done it, not once, but twice: Eric Ashe! ☄️ Eric is a 2-time OTQ marathon runner, 4-time team MVP and 2-time team captain at BU, 4:03 miler, conference champion in the Steeplechase, and former head distance coach at Tufts University Eric Ashe! 💫 Enjoy this glance into Eric’s impressive journey as we explore running origins, high school breakouts, the transition from events like the mile and 3000m steeplechase to the marathon, collegiate coaching, and more! ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Eric is super fast! If you want to hear more, then keep the pace with these interviews with some other blazing fast runners: 30: Giving it your All with Olympian Marielle Hall 19: From the Slopes to the Start Line: Liv Barvier talks Grit, Goals, and Going All-in 14: Run Fast, You Must with Peter Fox ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Eric Ashe
🇩🇰What’s it like trying to run abroad in a new city? This week, we were joined once again by our dear friend, former guest, and Nike Women’s Running Ambassador Cate Schultz! In this episode, Cate reflects back on her summer in Scandinavia, and shares her experience running in Copenhagen. ✈️ How do you stay focused on training when travelling? 🥵 How do you manage burnout when training amidst a busy schedule? 🌎 What are the differences between running abroad and in the US? Additionally, we look back at Cate’s race at this year’s Boston Marathon and look ahead to the Chicago Marathon as well. Enjoy! ------------------------------ 🍠 Cate was our very first guest on the podcast back in February. In case you haven’t yet, be sure to check out our interview to learn more about Cate’s background as well as her involvement with Nike Women’s Running as a Brand Ambassador: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2khAJ7KBHGiJg41lrTJDWn?si=1d90e7b7eb584318 ------------------------------ ⭐️ Did you like this episode? Remember to leave us 5 stars! Be sure to check out these other interviews with members of the Heartbreak community! 11: Rising Up with U.P. Nguyen 22: Heartbreaker, Dream maker: Dan Fitzgerald 23: Ruminating about Running: Rafe Gangi's Story ------------------------------ Thanks for listening to The Zone 2 Podcast ! We talk about running at a conversational pace. Be sure to never miss a run, or an episode: ✔️ Follow us on Instagram ✔️ Like and Subscribe on Spotify ✔️ Sign up for weekly newsletters right to your inbox ✔️ Tell your friends, teammates, running buddies, even your Hinge dates Have any guest ideas or feedback? Send us a DM! We’d love to hear from you. Thanks for listening — and happy running! 🏃♂️💨 ------------------------------ 🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven 🎙️ Guest: Cate Schultz
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