{"podcast":{"title":"Marathon Running Podcast by Marathon Journal","slug":"marathon-running-podcast-by-marathon-journal-548568","podcast_index_feed_id":548568,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/22c03678/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://www.marathonjournal.com","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/5730222/5730222-1766855725498-d89e19d5cf5b9.jpg","author":"Marathon Journal (Letty Lundquist, Ryan Lundquist)","episode_count":331,"summary":"Are you a runner looking for a new source of inspiration and motivation? Our weekly podcast brings experts in the running community straight to you, covering everything from training and nutrition to race recaps and reviews, and even mental training. We're more than just a podcast - we're a community. Our Facebook group, SpeedStriders, is a place for runners to connect, share their stories, and support each other on their running journeys. Our goal is to motivate and inspire runners of all levels, and to build a strong and supportive community of like-minded individuals. Join us!","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/marathon-running-podcast-by-marathon-journal-548568"},"episode":{"title":"313. The Psychology of Becoming a Runner (Identity, Consistency & Comparison)","slug":"313-the-psychology-of-becoming-a-runner-identity-consistency-comparison","published_at":"2026-05-11T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/marathon-running-podcast-by-marathon-journal-548568/313-the-psychology-of-becoming-a-runner-identity-consistency-comparison","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/marathon-running-podcast-by-marathon-journal-548568","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marathonjournal/episodes/313--The-Psychology-of-Becoming-a-Runner-Identity--Consistency--Comparison-e3j3rmh","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/22c03678/podcast/play/119712913/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-8%2F0a43bc04-db9f-78c2-7c87-3cb22e146c17.mp3","summary":"In this episode, Letty sits down with Claire Boyce to explore the mental side of running that often gets overlooked. From imposter syndrome and comparison to consistency, burnout, and identity, this conversation goes beyond training plans and pace to uncover what it really means to become—and stay—a runner. They dive into how to handle setbacks, reframe slower seasons, use running as a tool for processing stress, and build a more resilient, flexible mindset that carries over into everyday life. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re “doing enough” or struggled to stay consistent, this episode will hit home. Our guest can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/upwardsports/ Connect with Us: Our website: https://www.marathonjournal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@marathonjournal Follow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607 Our website: https://www.marathonjournal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcast Follow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607","meta_description":"In this episode, Letty sits down with Claire Boyce to explore the mental side of running that often gets overlooked. From imposter syndrome and comparison…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1322,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/marathon-running-podcast-by-marathon-journal-548568/episodes/313-the-psychology-of-becoming-a-runner-identity-consistency-comparison/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/marathon-running-podcast-by-marathon-journal-548568/313-the-psychology-of-becoming-a-runner-identity-consistency-comparison.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}