Healthy Runner Podcast
286. NYC Marathon Survival Guide: Race Day Tips from Ferry to Finish with Coach Whitney LaCombe
1h 5m
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Are you running the TCS New York City Marathon this year? Whether it's your first 26.2 or your fifth, this episode is your complete survival guide to race day — from the ferry ride to the finish line in Central Park!
Coach Whitney LaCombe from the Spark Healthy Runner coaching team joins Dr. Duane Scotti to break down everything you need to know to make race day smooth, confident, and unforgettable.
We cover:
🏃♀️ Race morning logistics — what time to leave, what to bring, and how to handle the start village chaos
🗽 Course experience — where the hills really hit, what the crowds are like, and how to pace yourself across the five boroughs
🎽 Expo essentials — what's worth seeing (and skipping) before race day
💧 Race strategy — fuel, hydration, and mindset tips to avoid hitting the wall
🎉 Post-race recovery & meetup tips — how to reunite with family, manage soreness, and celebrate your finish
Coach Whitney has conquered NYC twice and helped countless runners do the same — so if you've ever worried about missing your corral, running out of toilet paper (yes, we go there), or hitting the wall at mile 20… this episode will calm your nerves and prepare you for your best race yet.
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🎧 Tune in, take notes, and run NYC with confidence — we've got your back from ferry to finish!
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Episodes and Resources mentioned in this episode:
Listen or watch all of coach Whitney's previous episodes
Listen to my previous episode on Beginner Marathon Training here!
Listen to my previous episode on Advanced Marathon Training here!
Listen to my previous episode on injury prevention for marathon training here!
Listen to my previous episode on marathon strength training guide: run stronger with these 3 essentials here!
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Connect with coach Whitney:
- Instagram: @runwhitspark
- Email: whitney@sparkhealthyrunner.com
- Healthy Runner Facebook Community
Connect with Dr. Duane:
- Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner
- Sign up for the Healthy Runner Newsletter
- Join our Healthy Runner Facebook Community
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
- duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
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