The Run Duo Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Run Duo Podcast
Episode 150 Featuring Kayla Jeter- Lululemon Ambassador and 100miles of Summer Founder by
While India is away on her honeymoon Tommy interviews accomplished marathoner Philip King. Philip talks about his experience at this years Tokyo Marathon, predicts Eliud Kipchoge Boston Marathon finish, and fills us in on the work Black Unicorn Marathoners are doing to bring more diversity to the Boston Marathon.
After a month India and Tommy get a chance to catch up. The Run Duo recap the Publix Marathon weekend, Tokyo Marathon, and look ahead to Boston.
This conversation with Alison was sponsored by the Atlanta Track Club and Movers + Pacers. Recorded at the Atlanta Track Club Marathon Weekend expo and moderated by Run Duo Co-Host India Cook.
Featuring lululemon City Run AmbassadorsKayla Jeter, Jorge Saldarriage, Julia Lucas, Coffey, and Matt James
lululemon is giving away two complimentary entries to the lululemon 10k on October 22, 2022. Giveaway Rules: 1 Listen to episode 111 of The Run Duo podcast to receive the giveaway questions. 2 Answer the giveaway questions on IG in an in-feed post or on your story. 3 Ensure to tag @therunduo and @lululemon on your post. 4 Lastly, include the hashtags #lululemon10k. Complete these steps by 11:59 pm EST on Saturday, June 11, 2022. Winners will be announced on The Run Duo IG page on Sunday, June 12, 2022.
Featuring Run Social Atlanta Founder and Race Director Tes Sobmehin Marshall and Atlanta Track Club Marketing Director Jay Holder. As we come to the end of 2021 both our guest give there thoughts on the past year and what is to come in 2022.
Featuring Matt Fitzgerald And Bertrand Newson discussing The Coaches of Color Initiative by
The Duo discuss India's secret Marathon, World Major Results, and Are you ready for a Marathon by
India and Tommy recorded this podcast LIVE from The Race Expo 2021 in Atlanta Georgia We had the honor to interview many of our friends from the running community.
Tommy and India discuss Marijuana testing, Island Vacations, and Soul Cap Olympic Ban by
It's time to sign up for the 52nd running of the AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Member and lottery registration is going on now until May 1st
The race will be held in-person and virtually this year on July 3rd and 4th
Strict COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place for the in-person version with limited spots available.
Atlanta Track Club members get guaranteed entry and race day preference.
Not a member? You can join today and then sign up for the Peachtree.
Non-members will be placed into a lottery and race day preference will be accommodated as spots remain.
Go to ajc.com/peachtree/ and sign up today!
It is time to sign up for the 52nd running of the AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Member and lottery registration is going on now until May 1st
The race will be held in-person and virtually this year on July 3rd and 4th
Strict COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place for the in-person version with limited spots available.
Atlanta Track Club members get guaranteed entry and race day preference.
Not a member? You can join today and then sign up for the Peachtree.
Non-members will be placed into a lottery and race day preference will be accommodated as spots remain.
Go to ajc.com/peachtree/ and sign up today!
This episode of The Run Duo is sponsored by the Atlanta Track Club and it is time to sign up for the 52nd running of the AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Member and lottery registration is going on now until May 1st
The race will be held in-person and virtually this year on July 3rd and 4th
Strict COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place for the in-person version with limited spots available.
Atlanta Track Club members get guaranteed entry and race day preference.
Not a member? You can join today and then sign up for the Peachtree.
Non-members will be placed into a lottery and race day preference will be accommodated as spots remain.
Go to ajc.com/peachtree/ and sign up today!
India and Tommy are joined by Run Social Atlanta Founder Tes Sobomehin Marshall for a LIVE podcast taping at The Monday Night Brewing Company on 12/12/2020.
FYI We all wore masks during the taping so we may sound a little different.
As always we hope you enjoy this episode. Unfortunately Tommy had technical difficulties with his microphone this week so we apologize for the sound quality.
If you enjoy listening to Da'Rel when he blesses us on the podcast make sure to check out his blog and YouTube channel. http://www.darelruns.com/
Featuring Starla Garcia a Dietitian/Nutritionist and Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier by
The Peachtree Road Race has been moved from the 4th of July to Thanksgiving and The Run Duo could not wait another week to talk about it.
From volleyball to track and now the 4th fastest American born black woman in the world of marathoning, Tommy and India were able to dive into the life of Peyton Thomas. Listen to episode 57 to hear about Peyton’s journey to qualifying for the 2020 Marathon Olympic Trials at her marathon debut with a time of 2:42:57. #marathonrunner #Atlanta2020 #runningpodcast #podcast #instarunners #TheRunDuoPodcast #AtlantaTrackClub #RunningCityUSA #olympics2020 #blackgirlsrun #blackmenrun #runningpodcast
Take a listen to another great episode from The Race Founding Partners as they declare THE RACE IS NOT CANCELLED!
Episode 56 goes down in history as Tommy and India interviewed the 2020 Marathon Olympic Trials Champion, Aliphine Tuliamuk. She crushed the trials with a time of 2:27:23. Listen to this episode as we talk with Aliphine about getting back to running since the trials, her feelings on the postponement of the Olympics and even how she is processing COVID-19. Listen, like, subscribe and drop your comments below. Episodes are available on iTunes, GooglePlay, SoundCloud, Podbean and IHeartRadio. #therunduopodcast #therunduo #runnersofinstagram #runningpodcast #podcast #blackmenrun #blackgirlsrun #marathonrunner #grouprun #igrunners #health #running
Races are cancelled but running is not. Listen to Episode 55 as Tommy and India discuss ways that the running community continues to be creative with running during these difficult times. We hope all of our listeners are staying safe and healthy! Listen, like, subscribe and drop your comments. Available on iTunes, GooglePlay, SoundCloud, Podbean and IHeartRadio. #therunduopodcast #therunduo #runnersofinstagram #runningpodcast #podcast #blackmenrun #blackgirlsrun #marathonrunner #grouprun #igrunners #health #running
Recap The Olympic Trials with Da'Rel Patterson, Interview with Jay Holder of the Atlanta Track Club by
We are less than 10 days away from thee Marathon Olympic trials which are taking place here is Atlanta, GA. Tommy and India are super excited and on this episode they talk about all the great things that are happening next week for the trials and who they think will be taking the top 6 spots for the 2020 Olympics. India also gives some scoop on her new Atlanta Track Club ambassadorship and where you can run with her in ATL. So much has happened in the last 2 weeks including the cancellation of the Tokyo Marathon for non elite runners, so check out episode 52 to get all the scoop.
The Run Duo is honored to introduce THE RACE Record Podcast. Are you looking for a great Fall 5k or Half Marathon? Here is your race. THE RACE is put on for us, by us and you wouldn't want to miss this. The people that make this awesome weekend happen are taking over our platform with a quarterly podcast giving race updates and current happenings of THE RACE experience. On this episode the founding partners including Tes Sobomehin Marshall, Shanta McMillan, Dr. Ralph Lyons, Da'Rel Patterson, and Booker Edwards give RACErs insight on the evolution of THE RACE. Including race history, upcoming events and announcements of NEW things that will take place for the 2020 race weekend (October 1st-4th).
Happy New Year from The Run Duo. We know that many people are setting goals and we hope that you all are crushing them! In this episode India talks about her new recipe book Run Fast, Cook Fast, Eat Slow that is catered towards runners and teaches you how to fuel. We also discuss ways to get back to running after taking time off, the upcoming Marathon trials, and much more.
Photo Credit: Xterra Planet The Run Duo end the year on a high note with a great guest. Multiple U.S National Team runner Joseph Gray gives his incite on being a elite U.S distance runner and why he feels there is a lack of diversity in distance running. India and Tommy talk New Years running resolutions and their plans for 2020.
Are you ready for the upcoming holidays? Listen to Episode 47 for some great gift ideas from India for the runner in your life. India and Tommy debate the reason Mo Farah @gomofarah decided to go back to the 10,000 meters for the upcoming Olympics. Is he done with the Marathon or does the opportunity to be the only athlete to when the gold medal in that distance 3 times too good to resist? India talks about her new ambassadorships with Honey Stinger @honeystinger, Orgain @drinkorgain (30% off code: Miles from india on first purchase ) and Boco Gear @bocogear and how you can purchase.
She is a Journalist, Host, and Producer Felice Leon tells the story of her 2019 NYC Marathon by
India recaps her Half Marathon and The Duo discuss INEOS Challenge along with The Chicago Marathon by
LIVE from THE RACE Expo The Run Duo interview 16 different guest including Gary Corbitt son of one of the pioneers of distance running Ted Corbitt, Kim Williams of RUN THE SOL, Virgil James of the Civil Rights Race Series, Patrick Jefferson of Lace Up Fitness, CJ of Rev Up Fitness and many more.
On Episode 39 Tes Sobomehin, Shanta McMillan, and Da'Rel Patterson 3 of the original founders of The Race give a preview of this years event. Make up of the course, reasons to sign up for the VIP entry, and what to expect at this years expo are just a few of the topics we discuss. India and Tommy also confirm what they will be contributing to this years.
He fell into distance running by default and now he is hooked. This weeks guest MLT will talk about his journey to becoming Black Men Run (BMR) Captain for the Raleigh/Durham chapter as well as the friendly BMR half marathon competition that is taking place at the Atlantic City Marathon in October between the Mongoose and the Venoms. Tommy and India will update us on their current training and how to push through summer marathon training as we know everyone is looking forward to TAPERVILLE.
On this episode The Run Duo have twice the fun with two guests. Philip King fresh off his Victoria Falls Marathon finish in Zimbabwe. Philip runs down his experience in his international marathon. Looking to the future Philip talks about his goal to collect sneakers for the people of Katito, Kenya and how you can help. The second guest is Coach O of Lace up Fitness, he gives us the real story behind how India is doing training for The Race.
The Run Duo discuss the Olympic Marathon trials getting Gold Label Status giving renewed hope to many elite athletes. Is the IAAF letting NIKE elite athletes get away with using shoes that brake a rule set up so that the Vaporfly 4% domination at the 2016 Olympic Marathon wouldn't happen again. India keeps us up to date on her training with Coach O and Lace Up Fitness.
This week India and Tommy recap their individual Peachtree Road Race experiences. India updates us on her training with Coach O and Lace Up Fitness as she prepares to run a personal PR at The Race.
Carolyn Su decided to do something about the lack of diversity she saw represented in running by
Many of us are runners and professionals. On a daily bases we always seem to find the time to do it all because running is our passion. Our guest on episode 32, Terry Gresham, helps us understand how he juggles, his work as a higher education professional, singer/host, and working to qualify for The Boston Marathon. Terry gives us a sneak preview of his new journey as a Atlanta Track Club Ambassador. Also don't forget to check out Almost LIVE as host India recaps her double race weekend, Global running day and also give some great apps that help women track their fitness peaks based on their monthly cycle. You don't want to miss this episode.
For most people mastering the swim part of a triathlon is the most challenging part. Our guest Eric Logan decided that swimming was not for him and he is mastering his craft and completing duathlons bike and run. Listen to episode 31 as he talks about his running and biking journey and how he tackles it all by also being a fitness instructor. Also stick around for Tommy and India's shenanigans as we give an update on the Nike pregnancy policy and how well Tommy is doing as a new dad! Check out our YouTube Channel The Run Duo Almost LIVE!
Dr. Ralph Lyons is a longtime member of South Fulton Running Partners and he tells us all about how he has seen the Atlanta running community evolve over the years. Ralph discusses his journey and what he loves most about the Atlanta running community now.
In celebration of Mental Health awareness month India and Tommy discuss the pros and cons of tracking and posting your runs as well as some talk about getting pregnant while being a sponsored athlete. These topics and so much more. India and Tommy shenanigans can also be seen on our YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/YRb_U3vq0Oo
Episode 29 we talk with Patrick Cutter @irun26point2__ a athlete on first site looks more like he should be making moves on a football field more than pounding miles on the pavement. Patrick has found his sweet spot balancing distance running and hitting the gym. Listen to Patrick recap his 6th Boston Marathon finish.
We welcome in studio guest CJ of @fitwithCJ and he breaks some big news on how signing up for The Unity Collective Race will help you win his contest that includes a trip for 2 to Aruba.
Tommy and India give their recap of all things London Marathon along with opinions of the Nike NEXT% running shoe.
If you want to see The Run Duo Shenanigans Almost LIVE check out our YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/Epv-e8OgFlc
Happy Anniversary to us! We spend our 1 year anniversary with one of the most creative people to lace a pair of running shoes Derek Oxley. A former wannabe basketball star and current sneaker head he began running because his sister kept nagging him. Derek gives a description of his first training run a jog around the block that nearly broke him but now he dreams of chasing the unicorn in Boston. If you enjoy laughing until your sides hurt don't miss this interview. Listen to the podcast all the way to the end to hear Dereks hit song "Summer Body". India goes over her run-cation to DC and completing the Cherry Blossom 10 miler along with the normal Run Duo shenanigans. Check out The Run Duo ALMOST LIVE at our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIif3-hNRu_dv1iglo8DVDA?view_as=subscriber
At 28:58 mins Listen to Patrick Jefferson a former Marine and sponsored Nike athlete as he tells of his adventures qualifying for the Boston Marathon. Patrick has never finished a marathon slower than a BQ time but as we all know just running a BQ time doesn't always get you in. Patrick saw a need in the fitness community and decided to do something about it by starting LaceUp Fitness www.laceupfitness.com. Patrick discusses how the idea came to him and what makes LaceUp different from many of other fitness companies. Listen to India and Tommy talk about The Speedproject, the upcoming Peachtree Road Race, and the Texas relays dust up. You can also watch India and Tommy"Almost Live" shenanigans on our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIif3-hNRu_dv1iglo8DVDA?view_as=subscriber
The Run Duo Podcast is starting something new with Episode 26 you can watch India and Tommys shenanigans ALMOST LIVE at our NEW YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/iXX9UHF_-pI . The Run Duo recap their race weekends. India double down ran a 10k and a 5k. Tommy runs his first race of the year and makes it a biggie The Publix Atlanta Marathon. India goes into detail about the IAAF new qualifying system and entry standards for the 2020 Olympics. @ 28:47 on the Podcast Listen to our very special guest Jerry Brown. Jerry has been running for most of the last 50 years and gives some great info on the history of running in the Atlanta area, talks his adventures in trail running, and discusses his future goals as a Ultra runner.
What do you do after you win the second marathon you attempt? Sika Henry has decided she wants to be a pro triathlete. Sika would be only the second African American pro and the first African American women. Sika and The Run Duo discuss some surprising stats about the lack of diversity in the triathlon community along with how many African Americans lack the mastery of one of the most difficult disciplines needed to complete a triathlon. India and Tommy express their excitement for the upcoming Olympic Marathon Trials taking place in 2020 and go over the course preview that India ran along with over 100 Olympic hopefuls.
This is a exclusive! We all have goals and our guest on Episode 24 is no exception. Mike Wardian had a goal of running 10 marathons within 10 days and 7 out of the 10 were on 7 different continents. Not only did he complete this goal but he did it so well that he is submitting to be the new Guinness World Record Holder for doing 10 marathons in 10 days at a crushing pace. Mike talks to us about the process and how he is feeling after setting the world record.
We have a very special episode of The Run Duo Podcast. Episode 21 was recorded live at the fund raiser kickoff for The BlackIceeProject. What do you do once you have completed all the World Major Marathons? You get a new goal!! Heather King explains where the idea to run a marathon on every Continent came from and why you should go to https://www.gofundme.com/blackiceeproject and help over 30 runners start or complete that goal at the White Continent Marathon in Antarctica. We speak with some members of the Blackiceeproject and they give their reason WHY run Antarctica.
Happy New Year followers! The Run Duo is starting 2019 off with a bang. Our guest on episode 20 has run 61 marathons and counting. He also continues to be an amazing run coach for several elite and amateur athletes. Listen to this episode as we interview Orinthal Striggles AKA Coach O as he talks about the science to being a running coach and how he continues to sweep masters level wins in the majority of the races he runs. You don't want to miss this episode
The last episode of 2018 and we finish with a bang. Our guest Nadia Ruiz is a marathoner, triathlete, and running coach. Listen to her tell how she ran her first marathon at 14 year old with little to no training and her 100th marathon with a broken toe. She will inspire and make you feel all the emotions of a athlete fighting to reach their goals. A new year is coming but The Run Duo isn't going anywhere. 2019 is going to be bigger and better. Listen to us give some elite runner predictions and what we are looking forward to in 2019.
We are weeks away from closing out 2018 but before we do we had to interview the ladies from RUN GRL. RUN GRL is a digital media platform that is working to make room for the black woman distance runner. Listen to episode 18 as Co Founders Stephani and Na'Tasha talk about great things that are coming for all runners. Co host Tommy has a big announcement that you don't want to miss
This is the biggest Run Duo Podcast ever and worth a full listen. Our guest Davon Culleys run story began in high school and after 32 marathons he tells us how he keeps the miles fresh after all these years. Davon isn't just a pavement jockey he explains how and why he got involved with Black Runners Connection and gives us incite on being part of a NIKE campaign.
India and Tommy discuss topics from what to get your favorite runner for Christmas to critiquing new movies and museums.
Fall marathon season, cold weather running and cuffing season is well underway. Listen to episode 16 as we recap NYC marathon, give tips on cold weather running and our thought on dating a runner. You don't want to miss this episode.
This week on The Run Duo we hear an inspirational story from triathlete Lilly Soliman. Set back after set back Lilly continued to push toward her goals and on this episode she give some advice to future triathletes. India and Tommy talk NYC Marathon, Half Marathon world records, and other running news.
This week The Run Duo recap The Unity Collective Race Weekend and India recaps her 2nd Chicago Marathon experience. Do you feel like race directors don't appreciate the back of the pack runner? The Run Duo discuss this topic and debate if this is a legitimate complaint from the back of the packers.
On episode 13 Triathlete Jeri Villarreal gives us tips on how this mother of 3 can work a full time job, write a blog, and run an urban farm (Yes I said Urban Farm with live chickens)all while training for her next Ironman. The Run Duo discuss Boston Marathons new qualifying times, give tips for those running the Chicago Marathon, and India gives a recap of the preview run for The Unity Collective Half Marathon taking place in Atlanta.
Most of us would be lucky to turn one of our passions into a business but this renaissance man has found a way to do it 3 times and counting. Polo tells us how he changed his fitness, his nutrition, and his life. India and Tommy recap the Berlin Marathon that was dominated by Eliud Kipchoge smashing the old marathon world record. India will give you one of Kipchoge and other elite runners secrets that is now available for everyday runners looking to PR.
The Atlanta Track Club is the 2nd largest running club in the country. In episode 11 we interview the ATC Marketing and Communications Director Jay Holder, he gives us a few details about the 50 year anniversary of the Peachtree Road Race and a glimpse of the 2020 Marathon Olympic trials taking place in Atlanta. We discuss our views on the controversy with Nike "Just Do It" ad campaign including Colin Kaepernick. Will we be burning our gear?
Running is mind over matter right? Ever thought about how your mind may be setting you back from conquering your running goals? Our guest on episode 9 has gone from being 400lbs to amazing life coach through teaching her clients a positive mind and soul. Also, tune in to hear some great DIY tricks for the summer.
Could you imagine getting caught for cheating on a triathlon. What about this one: Can you imagine getting paid to run and not be an elite runner? Well listen to episode 8 of The Run Duo Podcast as we discuss those topics and much more
Atlanta native, Shawanna White, is seconds away from qualifying for the 2020 Olympic marathon trials. On episode 7 we will speak with this amazing elite runner as she talks about her marathon qualifying process, the 2018 Peachtree Road Race, her run routine and much more.
Could you imagine running a marathon(26.2 miles)a day for 31 days straight? Our guest on episode 6, Harold Allen, ran 812.2 miles for the month of May in support of Mental Health Awareness month. A man from Bainbridge GA that continues to defy the odds and use his mental strength to push through and inspiring others. Listen to this episode to hear his amazing story.
Have you heard about THE RACE presented by the Unity Collective? Well, you don't want to miss episode 4 of the Run Duo Podcast. We speak with race director Tes Sobomehin Marshall and visionary Da'Rel Patterson as they provide us great insight about this amazing RACE weekend and what it has taken to put on this inaugural half and 5K. THE RACE will take place Oct 12th-14th 2018 and you don't want to miss out. Tune in to get the details.