298. She Started Marathon Running at 50… Now Coach Colleen Masse Has Run 22 (And 6 World Majors)

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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!

Most runners think once you hit 50… your best running years are behind you.

It's time to slow down.
Run less.
Lower expectations.

But what if that's completely wrong?

In this episode, I sit down with RRCA Certified Running Coach and Spark Healthy Runner coach, Colleen Masse, who started marathon training at 50… and has since completed 22 marathons, including all six World Marathon Majors (Berlin, London, Tokyo, Chicago, New York, and Boston).

But this isn't just a story about big races.

It's about what's actually possible when you train smart, stay consistent, and build a strong, durable body.

We dive into how Colleen went from thinking she hated racing… to finding purpose, joy, and community in running during a major life transition.

And more importantly, we break down exactly how she's been able to stay healthy while doing it.

In this episode, you'll learn:

-How to start running or return to running after 50
-The key differences in marathon training after 40 and 50
-How to build durability and avoid the injury cycle
-Why masters runners may actually have an advantage
-How to balance training with a full time career and family
-The mindset shift from pressure to purpose in your running

If you've ever wondered if it's "too late" to chase big running goals… this episode will change your perspective.

Your strongest chapter might still be ahead.

🎧 Listen now and start building a stronger, healthier running body.

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 how older runners can still get faster here!

Listen to my previous episode on marathon injury prevention here!

Listen to my previous episode on marathon strength training guide: run stronger with these 3 essentials here!

There are six steps to growing in your running journey so you can enjoy it and stay healthy! Learn them here!

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- Facebook: Running Adventures of a 50 Something Women

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