# #145 Polly Cunes: from casual running to the Boston pro field (how to run Boston Marathon)

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Podcast: [The Marathon Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-marathon-podcast-7264818)
Published: 2026-04-12T22:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/05f9e23d
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Duration seconds: 4435

## Resource

20% off STRAVA annual subscription with code "KRISTIAN"Get a discount on FlexBeam by using the link below or use discount code "WARWICKRUNS": https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbStart your free Musicbed trial today: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickPolly Cunes is lining up in the pro field in Boston in just a week, and she made her first pro field at the age of 42! We are chatting about her running journey, and she gives her best advice on how to run the Boston Marathon. Time stamps:00:00:00 – Host's Welcome, Boston Shakeout, and Guest Introduction00:03:06 – Polly's Boston Excitement and Calgary's Altitude Advantage00:11:01 – Polly's Personal Story and Marathon Potential Realized00:21:13 – Career Highs, Lows, and Inspiring Injury Comeback00:32:54 – Juggling Motherhood, Elite Running, and Sponsorships00:39:22 – Boston Marathon Training Adjustments and Pacing Strategies00:50:56 – Optimizing Pacing and Fueling for Boston Race Day01:05:20 – Balancing Boston Festivities with Race Day Readiness01:10:08 – Kristian's Final Long Run and Podcast Wrap-upPolly: https://www.instagram.com/mommytosubthreeFull video + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow Kristian's journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed:MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY

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