Lace up and get ready to run! This list is your ultimate guide to marathon style, survival tips, dream destinations, and recovery essentials—by the Dinner for Shoes podcast.
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Binge-Worthy Watchlist: Inspo & Entertainment
Survival of the Fittest: Marathon Tips & Tricks
Marathon Style/Essentials
Recovery Mode: Self-Care After the Run
Dream Marathons Around the World
Binge-Worthy Watchlist: Inspo & Entertainment
Podcasts, shows, and movies that fuel the runner's spirit.
In episode seven, Nathan’s + NYC Marathon, Sarah talks about her experience running the iconic 26.2 miles through five boroughs of New York. She discusses the look she teamed with her medal after she earned it and proceeded to hobble out to the bars ...
Follow Peloton Tread Instructor, Becs Gentry, as she runs her fastest marathon in NYC and receives an invite to join the Great Britain Olympic team.
The Roadmap: Becs' Journey - Part One
Joining Becs and Rob this week is British professional distance runner Calli Hauger-Thackery. The Yorkshire, England native represented Great Britain at the Paris Olympics last summer and took the women’s top spot at the California International Mara...
Breaking Marathon Records One Step at a Time with Calli Hauger-Thackery - Set the Pace
Throughout this series, you will Paul across The United States on foot, attempting to break the Transcon world record by crossing in only 40 days. You go behind the scenes and see everything it takes to run 3000 miles straight.
What It Takes To Run 3000 Miles In 40 Days | The Transcon EP01
David Roche is an elite trail runner who broke the Leadville 100 record in his first ultramarathon. On the Rich Roll Podcast they discuss his iconoclastic approach to training, revolutionary methods for human performance, embracing vulnerability, and...
Optimize Your Training: The Surprising SCIENCE of Endurance | David Roche x Rich Roll
In this episode, Floris Gierman chats with one of the greatest ultra runners of all time, Courtney Dauwalter. Known for her unmatched endurance, grit, and pure joy for the sport, Courtney shares insights from her incredible journey, including winning...
Courtney Dauwalter's Advice to Improve Your Running
Survival of the Fittest: Marathon Tips & Tricks
Everything you need to make your marathon a success—from snacks to strategies.
The PS Fabric Hip Bands are a stylish and functional addition to your fitness routine. With two vibrant color options (Blue and Coral) and light/medium resistance levels, these bands are perfect for beginners and pros alike. Unlike latex bands, these...
PS Fabric Hip Bands, Set of 2
GU Energy Gels - Marathon Must-Have!
These tiny but mighty packets are your on-the-go fuel, loaded with quick-absorbing carbs, amino acids, and electrolytes to power through long runs. Bonus: They come in tasty flavors like Salted Caramel and Jet Bla...
GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel ...
Marathon Style/Essentials
Comfortable, and made to move—my marathon day outfit essentials.
These earbuds are perfect for active lifestyles with their open-ear design for situational awareness and lightweight 8.2g build. The secure ear hooks, IPX5 waterproofing, and dynamic 14.2mm drivers with bass enhancement keep you comfortable and motiv...
1MORE Open Earbuds S31
The Revive Bra is your secret weapon for staying aligned and supported, whether you’re training, recovering, or just trying to fix that “desk slump.” Designed with posture correction in mind, it feels like a gentle nudge to sit tall and breathe bette...
Revive Bra - Forme®
These New Balance FuelCell SC Elite v4 shoes are built for race day when every second matters. Lightweight, propulsive, and designed with a thinner carbon fiber plate, they give you that extra energy return to keep your pace strong and steady. Perfec...
FuelCell SuperComp Elite v4
From tracking your pace and distance to providing adaptive training plans, it’s built for runners of all levels. The lightweight design and long battery life ensure it’s ready for race day, while the safety features like incident detection keep you c...
Garmin Forerunner 165 Running Smartwatch
Recovery Mode: Self-Care After the Run
Post-marathon recovery essentials to keep you feeling (and looking) your best.
These Bombas compression socks are like a hug for your legs after a marathon or tough training run. The 20-30mmHg compression level helps boost circulation and reduce soreness, giving your feet and calves some well-deserved relief. Plus, they stay up...
The Wave Roller is a great addition to your recovery routine, offering vibration therapy paired with a wave-textured surface for deep tension relief. Designed for large muscle groups, it’s like a foam roller with an upgrade. Whether you’re warming up...
This leg massager brings compression therapy to the comfort of your home. With customizable intensity levels and a heated knee function, it’s perfect for soothing post-marathon recovery or easing everyday leg fatigue. Ideal for improving circulation,...
LifePro Leg Massager with Heat & Compression
Long run or long day, the Theragun Sense is amazing for recovery. Quiet, easy to use, and perfect for easing soreness after marathon training or everyday stress. Simple, effective relief that keeps you moving.
Theragun Sense: Massage Therapy for Pain Relief | Therabody
Kat Burki’s Active Skin Optimizer is my post-run skin savior. Packed with probiotics and antioxidants, it soothes redness, hydrates deeply, and helps my skin recover from harsh weather and sweat after long training runs. A quick spritz after cleansin...
VitaBiome™ Active Skin Optimizer
The best after a fun for soothing post-run soreness. With plant-based ingredients like Symphytum and Rosmarinus extracts, it works wonders on aches and pains. It’s fast-absorbing, non-greasy, and has a clean scent—perfect for marathon training recove...
Treefrog Topical Pain Relief
Whether you need soothing heat for relaxation or a revitalizing cold therapy to reduce inflammation, this wrap has you covered. Its adjustable fit and portability make it perfect for targeting sore muscles or lumbar pain after a tough workout. Heat i...
Sharper Image Hot + Cold Back Wrap
These are my favorite sugar-free Electrolyte Packets for quick recovery and hydration post-run. With a sugar-free, liquid formula, they dissolve instantly and replenish essential minerals faster than powders. Developed by athletes, these packets are ...
PROTEKT Electrolytes Hydration Packets
Dream Marathons Around the World
Bucket-list marathons and stunning race destinations that every runner should experience.
The TCS New York City Marathon is a great equalizer, one of the most inclusive and accessible sporting events in the world, with athletes from professionals to everyday runners traversing the same course on the same day.
New York City Marathon
The Walt Disney World Marathon is a truly magical experience for runners of all levels. Set against the backdrop of the enchanting Disney parks, this marathon takes you through iconic locations like Cinderella’s Castle, Epcot, and Animal Kingdom. Per...
Walt Disney World Marathon
The Great Wall Marathon is an epic bucket-list event that even (non-runner) producer Megan had to include because, let’s be honest, this is beyond insanely cool and impressive. Imagine running a marathon that takes you up and down actual sections of ...
Great Wall Marathon
The Boston Marathon is the pinnacle of marathon running and the world’s oldest annual marathon. Held on Patriots’ Day every April, this iconic race takes runners on a challenging 26.2-mile course from Hopkinton to downtown Boston. Known for its histo...
Boston Marathon
The Big Sur Marathon is another gem brought to you by producer Megan (the non-runner, but clearly a lover of breathtaking experiences). This is not just a marathon—it’s the marathon for anyone who wants to run through postcard-worthy scenery.
Imagin...
Big Sur Marathon
The Honolulu Marathon is an unforgettable race that takes place in the heart of Hawaii, offering participants a breathtaking journey through paradise. Held annually in December, the marathon welcomes runners of all abilities—there’s no time limit, so...