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Can't Stop Endurance

Kevin Leatherswww.cantstopendurance.com

Coach Kevin began running over 40 years ago as a high school freshman.  His love of running developed on the track and the cross-country course.   He added triathlon to his list of passions while in college.  

Kevin began coaching informally over 25 years ago and started Can't Stop Endurance in 2006.   He has coached runners from beginners to marathon champions.  Kevin has also coached thousands of runners through his work with the Team McGraw and St Jude Heroes charity programs.  The driving force in his endurance career has been the personal "test of self".  Coaching allows him to help others achieve their own personal peak performance.  

  • 30+ marathons including Boston, NYC & Chicago
  • Hundreds of races from 5K to half-marathon
  • 35+ years of triathlon including sprint distance to Ironman
  • USA Triathlon Age-Group Nationals and USAT Age Group All-American status
  • Ultrarunning experience:  50K, 50 Mile, 100 Mile
  • National Coach - Team McGraw charity program (2007-2015)
  • National Run Coach - St Jude Heroes (2010-2020) 
  • Head Coach - Run the 901 Training Groups
  • Run Coach - Victory Triathlon Club
  • Host - Can't Stop Endurance Podcast


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Episodes

Ep 48: Finding Joy in Running with Matt Miller

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with Can't Stop runner Matt Miller about finding joy in running. After years of training for marathons, Matt got burned out and decided to take a break from racing. Instead of quitting, he decided to mix up his training and have fun with different workouts and cross training. Tune in for some great tips during this time when races are canceled.

Jul 28, 202033 min

Ep 46: Jennifer Turner

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview CSE runner and coach Jennifer Turner. Tune in to hear them discuss the value of training groups, being a smart runner, and how Jennifer qualified for Boston.

Jun 30, 202054 min

Ep 45: 2020 Running and Racing

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss running in 2020, the cancellation of races, and how to adjust goals and expectations during this unusual time.

Jun 16, 202035 min

Ep 44: Von Ralls

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk to the founder of Lift Heavy Run Long, Von Ralls. Von tells his amazing story of coming off of the couch to running ultras, plus his experience with rhabdomyolysis.

Jun 02, 20201 hr 5 min

Ep 43: Marshall Ulrich

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview ultrarunner and adventurer Marshall Ulrich about his adventures in the high altitude of Everest and the heat of Badwater and everything in between.

May 19, 202055 min

Ep 42: Mike Rohdy

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview Mike Rohdy, host of the Core Values of Running Podcast and author of the book Core Values of Running. Kevin, Holly, and Mike discuss the success of his high school program and take a deep dive into Mike's core values of running.

May 05, 202037 min

Ep 41: Bart Yasso

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview the Mayor of Running, Bart Yasso. The former Chief Running Officer of Runner's World talks about running during the COVID-19 quarantine, the future of races, and his favorite running memories.

Apr 27, 202046 min

Ep 40: Charlie Baxter Hayden is Back!

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly catch up with Charlie Baxter Hayden and talk about her 2020 year in racing so far that includes two 50Ks and a 50M. We talk about all the lessons learned as she entered the ultra running world this year. Plus we talk about dealing with life during the COVID-19.

Apr 20, 202059 min

Ep 39: Survive and Thrive!

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about how to survive and thrive as a runner in this time of uncertainty. They offer suggestions and ideas to challenge you.

Apr 03, 202030 min

Ep 38: Stay Ready!

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about staying ready during these times of uncertainty.

Mar 21, 202017 min

Ep 37: Overtraining

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss overtraining. They talk about the signs of overtraining and what to do about it.

Mar 03, 202041 min

Ep 36: Dr. Jennifer Vandergriff

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with psychologist Dr. Jennifer Vandergriff about goal setting and mental training in sports.

Feb 18, 20201 hr 3 min

Ep 35: Mythbusters

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss some common running myths about running in the cold, carbo loading, sports drinks, stretching, strength training and more.

Feb 04, 202032 min

Ep 34: Questions! Answers!

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly answer some listener questions such as how to train through setbacks such as job change, injury, and big stress buckets. Plus Coach Kevin talks about how a runner trains for a half ironman. Then they close out the show talking about the impact of small daily habits that a go a long way to help be a better runner.

Jan 21, 202036 min

Ep 33: Goals! Goals! Goals!

It's the beginning of a new year, so listen in to Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about how to evaluate last year and how to set goals for the next.

Jan 07, 202040 min

Ep 31: Clark Butcher

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview Victory Bicycle Studio owner, Clark Butcher. Listen in to hear about his endurance journey, the evolution of Victory, bike gear, training, nutrition and so much more.

Dec 10, 20191 hr 24 min

Ep 30: Dr. Sara Michael

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with physical therapist, Dr. Sara Michael. Listen to hear them talk about common running injuries and how to prevent them. Plus learn how to be a good PT patient and more!

Nov 26, 20191 hr 14 min

Ep 29: Coach Talk

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about running smart, training hard, and racing fast!

Nov 12, 201934 min

Ep 28: Sam Schwaller

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview ultra runner and triathlete Sam Schwaller. Listen to hear about his journey to being an Ironman and finishing two Leadville 100s.

Oct 29, 20191 hr 34 min

Ep 27: Dr. Kiri Ness

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about Kiri's journey to becoming an Ironman, how she stays so disciplined, and about her work at St. Jude.

Oct 15, 20191 hr 13 min

Ep 26: Discipline

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about the importance of discipline.

Oct 01, 201926 min

Ep 24: Coach Q and A

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss the decision to sign up for a marathon, racing during the marathon build, and getting a coach.

Sep 03, 201934 min

Ep 23: Western States recap

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk about Western States from a coach, crew, and pacer perspective.

Aug 20, 201934 min

Ep 22: Charlie Baxter Hayden

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly interview speedster and yoga rockstar, Charlie Baxter Hayden.

Aug 06, 20191 hr 4 min

Ep 21: The Heat is ON!

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly discuss how to mentally and physically prepare to deal with running in the summer heat.

Jul 23, 201942 min

Ep 20: Charles Hurst

Coach Kevin and Coach Holly talk with Charles Hurst, leader of the St. Jude pace team and member of the Lululemon race team. Charles has finished over 100 marathons, so tune in to hear all that he has learned along the way!

Jul 09, 201957 min
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