Mailbag Madness: Boston Qualifying Plans, Tune-Up Races & Shoe Rotation Debate

Marathon Handbook Podcast · Mar 12, 2026 · 1h 17m

In this Mailbag Madness episode of the Marathon Handbook Podcast, Michael Doyle, Alex Cyr, and Katelyn Tocci answer listener questions about training, racing, injuries, and running gear.

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Topics include building a long-term plan to qualify for the Boston Marathon, whether runners should race a half marathon before their goal…