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Boston Qualifying, Running Through Pregnancy & Marathon Mental Toughness with Courtney Kitchen

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Looking to crush your next race goal or navigate running through different life stages? In this episode, host Haven sits down with former NCAA Division I runner, 2:51 marathoner, run coach, and popular content creator Courtney Kitchen.

Courtney shares her evolution from collegiate cross country to running the Boston Marathon, to adapting her fitness while running and strength training through her first pregnancy.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Collegiate to Marathoner: Courtney’s journey from D1 cross country to running a 2:51 marathon
  • Boston Qualifying: Proven training strategies to qualify for and race the Boston Marathon
  • Mental Toughness: How to overcome “the wall” in late-stage marathon miles
  • Coach-Approved Speed Work & Strength: Key workouts to build endurance and prevent injury
  • Running & Strength Training Through Pregnancy: Courtney’s perspective changes on training and what her body is capable of
  • Beginner Runner Roadmap: Essential tips to stay motivated and start running with confidence

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