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    Healthy Runner Podcast

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    Dr. Duane Scotti shares running tips, tools and more to help you get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running! If you're a dedicated runner, often injured runner, or beginner runner who is interested in staying healthy so you can get in those mental clearing miles subscribe for helpful training episodes to optimize the 6 steps to growing as a runner (mindset, strength training, run plan, nutrition, recovery, and race day strategy) so you can grow in your running journey. Dr. Duane Scotti has been actively helping runners since 2003. Over that time he's helped countless others get stronger, run faster, and hit their running goals through his content and his Healthy Runner Coaching Services. Duane is an avid half marathoner, 4x marathoner, physical therapist and coach for runners, founder of Spark Healthy Runner, and creator of the Spark Healthy Runner YouTube channel. New podcast episodes uploaded each week. Thanks for listening, welcome to Healthy Runner!

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    265. Kickstart Your Half Marathon Training with this Blueprint!

    265. Kickstart Your Half Marathon Training with this Blueprint!

    March 6, 2025
    48m

    [DOWNLOAD] Half Marathon Training Kickstart Kit: Start Strong and Stay Injury Free!

     

    Thinking about running a half marathon but not sure where to start? 

     

    Feeling overwhelmed by training plans, injuries, the right exercises or just making it to race day feeling strong? 

     

    Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to train smarter, avoid injuries, and build the endurance you need to crush your half marathon goal. 

     

    Our runners have actually been using this blueprint for years to start half marathon training and stick with it so they could improve their health and feel better not only physically but mentally as well!

     

    But I have a disclaimer for you…this half marathon blueprint isn’t some magic pill.

     

    You actually have to run consistently, you are going to have to stop procrastinating and take the plunge into the deep end of the pool and commit to at least a few hours a week into doing specific runs, exercises and learning about nutrition in order to conquer your goals to run 13.1!

     

    If you follow this blueprint (which you can download the bonuses here!), you might be surprised at how quickly you enjoy half marathon training and how quickly you can start feeling stronger and running longer!

     

    Plus, I’ll give you a simple, effective 2-week training plan to get you started and share with you my top 3 mistakes to avoid with half marathon training. So if you’re ready to start your half marathon training strong and stay injury free… let’s get started!

     

    Do you want to feel confident and challenge yourself during your half marathon with a strong finish so you can be proud of your accomplishment?… Sign up for Team Half Marathon Coaching Today!

     

    Listen to my previous episode on half marathon training for beginners here!

     

    Listen to my previous episode on determining if you are ready to run your first half marathon here!

     

    Listen to my previous episode on half marathon fueling here!

     

    Listen to my previous episode on the top 5 half marathon mistakes to avoid here!

     

    Listen to my previous episode on unlocking my fastest half marathon time in 7 years here!

     

    Listen to my previous episode on half marathon prep the week before your race here!

     

    Want Dr. Duane to answer your question on the podcast?  Submit questions here

     

    Want a structured run and strength plan with motivation and accountability to reach your highest running potential and continue to get faster? Book a call to learn more about Healthy Runner coaching!

     

    A big thanks to ucan for your support for this episode!

     

    Click here to get a FREE UCAN Edge starter pack (you’ll just pay the cost of shipping), and use code HEALTHYRUNNER for 20% off your next UCAN order. 

     

    Connect with Dr. Duane:

    - Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner

    - Join Our Healthy Runner Facebook Community

    - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

    - duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com

    - www.sparkhealthyrunner.com

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