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by Chris Detzel
"DFW Running Talk" is a podcast dedicated to the vibrant running community in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Each episode features in-depth conversations with local running experts, including coaches, athletes, race directors, and dieticians. We explore training tips, upcoming events, nutrition advice, and inspiring stories from the DFW running scene. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, tune in to connect with and learn from the diverse voices shaping our local running culture.
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- 1 weeks ago48 min
A 31-Hour Double Iron Triathlon—and a Life of Adventure
A double iron-distance triathlon. 31 hours and 31 minutes. Discover the story behind the finish—and a life built around adventure.Before becoming a Fit 4 Adventure co-owner, this Texas athlete spent years caddying on professional golf tours and finding races wherever work took her. She shares stories from a Double Anvil finish and extreme triathlons in Alaska and Iceland, plus the weekly swim, bike, and run challenge that keeps her active today. We explore Boston Marathon travel, turning a destination race into a vacation, and choosing adventures that match your fitness. Along the way, a trip planned for friends becomes the beginning of a new career—and lasting community.CHAPTERS00:00 Growing up active in Texas07:12 Life as a professional golf caddie15:56 A weekly challenge to keep moving18:07 The 31-hour double iron-distance triathlon25:54 Boston Marathon travel and race weekend30:37 Running and exploring Iceland38:25 From golf to owning an adventure travel company47:37 Choosing your next race vacation or adventureFEATURED COMPANYFit 4 AdventureFollow DFW Running Talk on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.Rate the show to help more runners discover these conversations.What race would you build a vacation around? Leave a comment.DFW Running Talk — the stories behind Dallas–Fort Worth’s runners.Running resources: https://www.dfwrunningtalk.com/Newsletter: https://dfwrunningtalk.substack.com/YouTube and Instagram: @dfwrunningtalk
- 2 weeks ago59 min
Two Marathon Blowups to 2:36
A Dallas–Fort Worth runner turned two marathon blowups into a 2:36:11 breakthrough at Houston. This DFW Running Talk runner interview reveals what changed in his marathon training—and why it took more than fitness.Kevin Barr returned to running in 2023 after nearly seven years away. His first marathon ended in a painful 3:10. He tried again, bonked again and finished in 3:02.Kevin eventually broke three hours with a 2:57, joined Completely Sloth and began training with some of the fastest runners in DFW. At the Houston Marathon, he caught the women’s Olympic Trials qualifying pace group, negative-split the race and finished in 2:36:11.Kevin explains how he:• Increased his mileage and consistency• Learned from two marathon blowups• Changed his pacing to finally break three hours• Used faster training partners to reach another level• Balances nine to ten hours of training with work and four children• Plans to chase a 2:29 marathon nextKnow a runner we should interview? Send your suggestion at https://dfwrunningtalk.com.
- 3 weeks ago51 min
How to Qualify for the Boston Marathon: The Training Behind a 2:45
Running coach Rafa Aguilar explains how he quit vaping, went from throwing up after his first 5K to running a 2:45 Houston Marathon, and earned a Boston Marathon qualifying time in less than three years.Rafa shares the marathon training, strength work, fueling plan, running community and negative-split pacing strategy behind his transformation—including how he saved his hardest effort for the final 10K and closed Houston with sub-six-minute miles.Follow Rafa at @rafarunz and discover more Dallas–Fort Worth running stories at https://dfwrunningtalk.com.
- 4 weeks ago56 min
3:27 to 2:23 at the Boston Marathon
David Slear shares the training, mileage, and racing decisions behind his 64-minute transformation.David traces his journey from Princeton lightweight rowing through triathlon and into competitive marathon running. We discuss the fueling mistake that destroyed his first Dallas Marathon, how the DFW running community gave him confidence to chase faster times, and what changed when he began running more than 100 miles per week.David also explains why he uses two-a-day runs, how he balances training with work and family, and why he races by effort instead of locking onto a specific pace. Whether you’re chasing a Boston qualifier, building marathon mileage, or trying to break through a plateau, this conversation offers an honest look at what major improvement requires.CHAPTERS Meet 2:23 marathoner David Slear The 3:27 Dallas Marathon blowup Finding the DFW running community Winning his second marathon in 2:39 Building toward 110-mile training weeks Running 2:28:41 at the Chicago Marathon Breaking the rules at the Boston Marathon Self-coaching, two-a-days, and staying healthyFollow DFW Running Talk on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.Rate the show—it’s one of the biggest ways you can help new runners find us.Know a DFW runner we should interview? Send us your recommendation.DFW Running Talk—the stories behind Dallas–Fort Worth’s runners.dfwrunningtalk.com · YouTube · Instagram · Substack
- Aug 17, 202652 min
Stuck at 2:58 for a Decade—Then a 2:37 Marathon
The former TCU runner, CFO, and father of two explains how he progressed from a 3:28 marathon debut to a Boston qualifier—and ultimately one of the strongest races of his life. We get into the marathon training volume that changed everything, why 55–60 miles per week wasn’t enough for his goals, how the DFW Sloths pushed him toward 70–90-mile weeks, and the race-day pacing decision that saved his CIM.Jeff also shares what runners chasing a sub-3-hour marathon, Boston qualifier, BQ, or major marathon PR can learn from his long plateau: improvement comes from patience, community, fueling, recovery, and years of consistent work. Jeff Pels and the long road to 2:37 From a 3:28 debut to a sub-3 Boston qualifier What finally broke the 2:58 marathon plateau Increasing from 55 to 90 miles per week How the DFW Sloths made him faster Rebounding from a difficult Boston Marathon The race strategy behind his 2:37 at CIM Patience, community, and long-term improvementFollow DFW Running Talk on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.Rate the show—it’s one of the biggest things you can do to help new runners find us.Know a DFW runner we should feature? Send us a message at chris@dfwrunningtalk.com.DFW Running Talk—the stories behind Dallas–Fort Worth’s runners.https://dfwrunningtalk.comhttps://youtube.com/@DFWRunningTalkhttps://instagram.com/dfwrunningtalkhttps://dfwrunningtalk.substack.com
- Aug 10, 202648 min
Curvy Girl Running Building Confidence and Community with Kai Michelle
Kai Michelle, founder of Sweaty and Steady Curvy Girl Run Club, joins DFW Running Talk to discuss beginner running, body confidence, marathon training, and building an inclusive women’s running community in Dallas.Kai shares how she went from completing casual 5Ks to training for the BMW Dallas Half Marathon, documenting her journey through the Curvy Girl Running Chronicles, and inspiring women who never considered themselves runners. That momentum eventually became Sweaty and Steady—a Dallas run club created for curvy women, slower runners, run-walkers, and anyone who has ever felt left behind.In this conversation, Kai explains why pace-inclusive run clubs matter, how running can support women through major life changes, and what it takes to create a safe and encouraging fitness community. She also talks about running with Strava during New York City Marathon weekend, preparing for her first full marathon, and celebrating every runner from the front of the pack to the final finisher.This episode is for beginner runners, back-of-the-pack runners, women interested in running, and anyone searching for running motivation or a supportive Dallas run club.Learn more at www.DFWRunningTalk.com.
- Aug 3, 202649 min
She Thought One Mile Was Too Far—Then Ran a 2:57 Marathon
Kaitlin Moore once believed running a mile was too far. Years later, the former Division I soccer player, working mom of three, and Dallas-area runner crossed the Houston Marathon finish line in 2:57.Kaitlin joins Chris Detzel on DFW Running Talk to share how she went from casually running to completing her first marathon in 3:27, qualifying for Boston, running 3:08 in Houston, 3:01 in Chicago, and eventually breaking the three-hour marathon barrier. She also discusses her 1:21 half-marathon, 5:24 mile, and the training changes that helped her become one of the fastest masters runners in the DFW running community. Her progress was far from easy. Kaitlin opens up about recovering from a torn IT band at the hip, a torn hamstring, and a torn calf. She explains why strength training, physical therapy, recovery, patience, and knowing when to rest have become just as important as running the miles.In this episode, Kaitlin and Chris discuss: Qualifying for Boston in her first marathon The journey from a 3:27 marathon to a 2:57 Balancing 70-mile training weeks with work and three children Training with Matt Campbell and the DFW running community Returning stronger after serious running injuries Strength training and injury prevention for masters runners Why every training cycle continues to build The friendships and support systems created through running Kaitlin’s story is a powerful reminder that improvement is rarely linear. Every training block, setback, recovery, and comeback contributes to the runner you become.Learn more about DFW Running Talk, local races, running clubs, training resources, and inspiring runner stories at www.dfwrunningtalk.com.Follow @dfwrunningtalk on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, and subscribe to DFW Running Talk on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
- Jul 27, 202652 min
Pete Johnson: 1:05:11 Half Marathon Debut, Steeplechase Success and a 2:16 CIM Goal
Pete Johnson ran 1:05:11 in his first half marathon, averaging roughly five-minute-mile pace at the Houston Half Marathon. Now, the former University of Tulsa and Central Arkansas runner is preparing for his marathon debut at the California International Marathon, where he hopes to begin chasing the 2:16 Olympic Trials qualifying standard.In this episode of DFW Running Talk, Pete joins host Chris Detzel to share his complete running journey—from discovering cross country at Plano West to competing in NCAA track, cross country and the 3,000-meter steeplechase.Pete explains how an honest conversation with a college coach changed his mindset, pushed him to take training more seriously and helped him recognize his potential. He also discusses running 90–100-mile weeks, recording an 8:49 steeplechase, completing an 8K cross-country race in 23:39 and making the transition from collegiate racing to elite-level half-marathon and marathon training.The conversation covers: How Pete ran 1:05:11 in his half-marathon debut His Houston Half Marathon race strategy Training at the University of Tulsa and Central Arkansas The impact great coaches had on his development Steeplechase, cross-country and track racing High-mileage training and staying healthy Preparing for his first marathon at CIM His long-term Olympic Trials ambitions Balancing a physical therapy career with competitive running This episode is for runners interested in half-marathon training, marathon preparation, elite running, NCAA cross country, steeplechase, high-mileage training and the California International Marathon.Follow DFW Running Talk for conversations with runners, coaches, race directors and the people shaping the Dallas–Fort Worth running community. Website: www.dfwrunningtalk.com Newsletter: dfwrunningtalk.substack.com Instagram, TikTok and YouTube: @dfwrunningtalk
About DFW Running Talk
"DFW Running Talk" is a podcast dedicated to the vibrant running community in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Each episode features in-depth conversations with local running experts, including coaches, athletes, race directors, and dieticians. We explore training tips, upcoming events, nutrition advice, and inspiring stories from the DFW running scene. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, tune in to connect with and learn from the diverse voices shaping our local running culture.
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