TRAIN.
RACE.
EXPLORE.
June 30, 2025
Welcome to Week 2 of Training
Hey MIT,
We’re diving into the heart of summer training, and with the heat comes the perfect reminder: marathon prep isn’t just about the miles—it’s about the foundation you build to support them. That’s why we’re thrilled to once again partner with Fit For Life Physical Therapy to bring you expert-led education around nutrition, hydration, recovery, and performance all season long.
First up: two must-reads from our all-star FFL team!
Rebecca Youngs, our MIT sports dietitian (and a marathoner herself!), kicks things off with an essential article on building your fueling foundation: Protein, Carbs, and Fat. Whether you’re training for your first half or chasing a PR, these tips are critical as the long runs ramp up. And don’t miss this new piece by Chelsea Hall, a powerhouse PT and second-place finisher at both Cap City Half and Detroit Marathon. She reminds us why your easy runs should actually feel easy—especially when the sun is blazing and your body’s working overtime.
Your performance on race day starts with the habits you're building right now—through fueling, recovery, and smart, consistent training. Let’s keep stacking the wins.
Important Updates This Week:
🎽 Swag Pickup This Weekend!
Swag has landed! Pick up your swag this Saturday at Fleet Feet Hamilton Quarter. Or, if you can’t make it, I’ll also be handing out gear at our Saturday, July 12th workout at Crooked Can. If you can't make either of those dates, please talk to one of your friends or teammates to pick up your gear on your behalf.
📆 Long Run Schedule:
Not sure where to be on Saturdays? Check the blue “Long Runs” button at the top of the MIT webpage for all the location and timing details you need.
📱 V.O2 Plan Uploads:
If you submitted your V.O2 questionnaire, your plan will be live soon, so keep your eyes peeled and notifications on. As always, if what shows up on your watch doesn't match our in-person session, just hit “Dismiss” and stick with the plan outlined in this week’s newsletter.
📸 Keep tagging @mitmarathoners on Instagram! We’re loving all your sunrise miles, sweat-drenched selfies, and water bottle chugging action. Hydration is the real hero of the season.
Here’s to another week of smart, strong, and sweaty training. Let’s go!
Happy Running, Walking, Moving, and Shaking,
Coach Hannah
Please note my hours:
Sunday & Monday: OFF
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 12pm-5pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Run With Me:
Wednesdays @ MIT - 6:30pm
Thursdays @ Studio 35 Run Club - 6:30pm
Saturdays @ MIT - 7:00am
Workout Hub
This Week's Workouts at a Glance
WEDNESDAY GRIT WORK: TUCKER HILL REPEATS
WHEN
Wednesday, July 2nd @ 6:30pm
LOCATION
Fleet Feet Office
867 North High Street, Suite A
Worthington, OH 43085
(PARKING: The parking lot behind our building is small, so please park across the street in the REMAX parking lot or find free parking in downtown Worthington.)
WORKOUT DETAILS:
HILL REPEATS. Effort is the name of the game! Hill Work makes us strong and gritty, so let's get after it.
WARM UP: 1 mile from Office to the bottom of Tucker Hill
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HALF MARATHONERS:
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6 x 300m HILLS, 300m jog downhill recovery
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Effort is HARD, No strict pace - focus on feel
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FULL MARATHONERS:
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10 x 300m HILLS, 300m jog downhill recovery
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Effort is HARD, No strict pace - focus on feel
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300 meters = 0.186 miles on your watch
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COOL DOWN: 1 mile back to office
Note: Please be sure to bring a hydration bottle or bottle to every Wednesday night workout. Hannah will have a cooler for water, but we are cup-less!
SATURDAY LONG RUN: Fleet Feet Hamilton Quarter
WHEN
Saturday, July 5th @ 7:00am
LOCATION
Fleet Feet Hamilton Quarter
5792 N Hamilton Rd Unit C
Columbus, OH 43230
PARKING:
Tons of parking can be found at Five14 Church (5744 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus, OH 43230), just a short walk from the store. Please be kind and leave spaces open for the staff and customers of the neighboring businesses.
WORKOUT DETAILS:
ROUTE: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3028640
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HALF MARATHONERS:
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5 miles
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FULL MARATHONERS:
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9 miles
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Be sure to bring your own hydration cup or bottle - our water stops are cup-less! Use your MIT Discount at any Fleet Feet Columbus store and snag an amphipod flexible cup, a handheld bottle, or hydration vest.
Fueling for Long Runs, and Keeping Your Easy Runs EASY!
FIT FOR LIFE PHYSICAL THERAPY
Rebecca Youngs, our MIT sports dietitian (and a marathoner herself!), kicks things off with an essential article on building your fueling foundation: Protein, Carbs, and Fat. Whether you’re training for your first half or chasing a PR, these tips are critical as the long runs ramp up. And don’t miss this new piece by Chelsea Hall, a powerhouse PT and second-place finisher at both Cap City Half and Detroit Marathon. She reminds us why your easy runs should actually feel easy—especially when the sun is blazing and your body’s working overtime.
Building a Strong Foundation: Protein, Carbs & Fat – Rebecca Youngs, RDN, LD
Understand the “why” behind your fueling habits, and how to avoid the most common mistakes runners make during summer training.
Why Easy Days Should Feel Easy – Chelsea Hall, PT, DPT
A gentle (but expert) reminder to take those recovery runs seriously. The work happens when you rest and recover!
If you're looking to go deeper, Rebecca is available for 1:1 consultations (either in-person at Fit For Life PT or via Zoom). Her specialty in GI health and sports fueling makes her a game-changer for runners of all levels.
Fit For Life Physical Therapy are proud to be the Official MIT and Fleet Feet Columbus Medicine Partners. We care for people of all activity levels — to help prevent, recover from, or rehabilitate athletic injuries.
Michael Sean Huffman MS, ATC, PT
Fit For Life Physical Therapy
MIT Medical Resources Coach
ACCESS YOUR TRAINING PLANS
INTRODUCING THE V.02 TRAINING PLATFORM
WHY ARE WE OFFERING TRAINING PLANS IN V.02?
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Your V.02 training plan is based on exercise science principles that improve running/walking fitness for athletes of all abilities, no matter your pace or experience level.
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The app helps you calculate your V.02 fitness score using a recent race time or goal, which determines your personalized paces and effort levels that are built into your weekly plan.
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V.02 scoring is a proven method for enhancing running economy and comparing performances across events, so no matter if you're training to finish a half or PR a full, we've got the details of your weekly workouts covered.
The training plans have not changed - they've evolved! The mileage in the excel sheets will closely align with the mileage in the V.02 app. The app is designed to make your training easier to follow and more accessible than ever, with your weekly workouts at your fingertips on your phone, OR downloaded to your watch!
Click the ACCESS V.02 button below and fill out the form to receive your invitation link.
Note:
Our V.02 platform only supports those whose goal race is the Columbus Half & Full Marathon. We offer three levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Experienced in V.02. If you would like to utilize V.02 for a different goal race, reach out to Coach Hannah to explore private coaching options.
Prefer the classic excel sheet or have a race on a different day? No worries, you can plug your race date into the Excel Spread Sheet linked below.
You can access the link to V.02 or the Excel Spreadsheet anytime by clicking the blue "Training Plans" button at the top of each newsletter.
MIT GOES TO DOO-DAH
Walk With MIT in this Year's Annual DOO-DAH Parade
JOIN US IN PARTICIPATING IN THE 2025 DOO DAH PARADE!
The Doo Dah Parade in Columbus, Ohio, is a celebration of life, liberty and the pursuit of literary lunacy. The one-day satirical party features a one-of-a-kind parade filled with characters in costume, humorous cultural satire, live music and a post parade block party in Goodale Park.
Dare to join irreverent self-styled satirists, partygoers, exhibitionists and overall lost souls in the annual Doo Dah Parade on July 4 @ 1pm! The 2025 Parade features Less-Than-Grand Marshal: Marshal Marshall. Colleen Marshall - News Anchor of NBC4/WCMH-TV!
There's no entry fee or registration. Just click the link below if you're interested in joining us in the parade. We will be making signs with the theme: "The Cliches of Running". Line up starts at Noon on Park Street, heading north from Goodale St. to Buttles Avenue.
Location: Goodale Park, Victorian Village, and Short North Arts District
Parade Lineup @ 12:00 p.m.
Parade Start @ 1:00 p.m.
Interested in making signs and walking with us in this 4th of July Parade? Sign up below!
