Episode

#172 Howard Calvert: 2:29 marathoner at 47 and using ultras as training

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The Marathon Podcast
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May 29, 2026
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4350
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Summary

20% off STRAVA annual subscription with code "KRISTIAN" Get Athyx and 10% off with the code MARATHON10: https://athyx.com/ Get a discount on FlexBeam by using the link below or use discount code "WARWICKRUNS": https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPb Welcome back to The Marathon Podcast. On this episode we have Howard Calvert on. He ran a sub-2:30 marathon in London this year, and he has a bit of an unconventional training approach. Want to connect with, or be coached by Howard? See links below: loopedruncoaching.com @loopedruncoaching Full video + the Boston 2025 documentary: / @warwickruns Follow Kristian's journey on Instagram: @warwick.runs