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July 2, 1868 - Bill Hayward is born02 Jul 202500:10:50

Today is Wednesday, July 2, and on this day in 1868, Bill Hayward was born.

 

In today's episode we discuss the first of three Bills to build the Oregon track program into what it is today. The original Bill, Coach Bill Hayward. We will also discuss how his legacy of "Hayward Magic" remains alive and well today at Hayward Field in Eugene.

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 1, 1948 - Bill Bowerman becomes head track coach at Oregon01 Jul 202500:36:09

Today is Tuesday, July 1, and on this day in 1948, Bill Bowerman became the head track coach at the University of Oregon. 

On this episode, we discuss Bowerman's legacy as both a coach to some of the best runners of the mid-20th century and as someone who helped spread running to everyday people. Then, we'll meet Coach Bowerman's middle son, Jay, to learn what he was like away from the track. 

 

This episode is sponsored by MyRaceTatts, the awesome temporary tattoos with motivational phrases that I love to wear during races. Listeners of Today in Running History can get 15% of your purchase with this link, or by using my code "HILLARY" at checkout. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, Rob on the Run here, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary, or check out my website here

 

Bibliography:

Moore, Kenny. Bowerman and the Men of Oregon. Rodale Inc., 2006

July 3, 1983 - Calvin Smith breaks the 100m world record03 Jul 202500:23:29

Today is Thursday, July 3, 2025, and on this day in 1983, American sprinter Calvin Smith lowered the 100m world record to 9.93 seconds.

 

In today's episode we will talk about the history of the 100m sprint and Smith's career leading up to that fateful race, then hear from Calvin Smith directly about what it felt like to run the single fastest race of the entire 1980s.

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherun

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, comment, and share, then connect with me on ⁠Instagram⁠ or through my ⁠website⁠.

 

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July 4, 1886 - Tom Longboat is born04 Jul 202500:34:30

Today is Friday, July 4, 2025, and on this day in 1886, Tom Longboat was born on the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario, Canada.

In today's episode, we will talk about Tom Longboat's experience and legacy as an indigenous runner, hear how he won the Boston Marathon in 1907, and talk to his great, great grandson, Kristian, who is literally running in his footsteps.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

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July 6, 1917 - Arthur Lydiard is born06 Jul 202500:08:59

Today is Sunday, July 6, 2025, and on this day in 1917, legendary running coach Arthur Lydiard was born in Auckland, New Zealand.

 

In today's episode, we will talk about Arthur Lydiard's legacy as the coach to multiple Olympic medalists, learn about his training philosophy that has become commonplace today, and celebrate his believe that running for fun and fitness is for everyone.

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 5, 1986 - Ingrid Kristiansen breaks her own 10,000m world record05 Jul 202500:20:01

Today is Saturday, July 5, and on this day in 1986, Norwegian runner Ingrid Kristiansen broke the 10,000m world record she set one year earlier in an incredible 30:13.74

In this episode we will talk about Kristiansen's many wins throughout the 1980s (including more than half of the marathons she ever entered), learn more about this record-shattering performance in the summer of 1986, and hear from Ingrid Kristiansen herself about what that day was really like.

This episode is sponsored by SaltStick, my favorite source of electrolytes during long runs, especially in the summer. They recently came out with a caffeinated version of their FastChews, and I am basically living off of them while putting myself through the hell that is summer marathon training in Texas.

Listeners can save 20% off your purchase by using this link at any time, or use this one to purchase through Amazon during the upcoming Prime Days for some extra savings!

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, Rob on the Run on Youtube, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. Bibliography:

July 8, 2019 - Boston Marathon cheater Rosie Ruiz dies08 Jul 202500:09:51

Today is Tuesday, July 8, 2025, and on this day in 2019, Rosie Ruiz, the woman who famously cheated her way to a first place finish at the 1980 Boston Marathon, died at the age of 66.

In this episode, we will learn more about Ruiz's life pre-infamy, take a deep dive into her ridiculous "win" in 1980, and find out if she ever made amends with the BAA.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

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July 7, 1999 - Hicham El Guerrouj sets the current mile world record07 Jul 202500:09:01

Today is Monday, July 7, 2025 and on this day in 1999, Moroccan runner Hicham El Guerrouj ran what remains the fastest mile in history.

In this episode we will learn about El Guerrouj's running career leading up to that evening, hear how that spectacular race played out, and discuss what's next in the world of middle distance running.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

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July 9, 1978 - Kara Goucher is born09 Jul 202500:20:49

Today is Wednesday, July 8, 2025, and on this day in 1978, American distance runner Kara Goucher was born.

In this episode, we'll learn more about Kara's background, I'll do a top 5 countdown on why she's my personal favorite runner of all time, and then we'll hear from Kara herself about motherhood, Minnesota, and the advice she'd give her younger self.

This episode is sponsored by MyRaceTatts, the awesome temporary tattoos with motivational phrases that I love to wear during races. Listeners of Today in Running History can get 15% of your purchase with this link, or by using my code "HILLARY" at checkout. 

 

During today's episode, I reference the two books that Kara Goucher authored:

  • The Longest Race can be purchased here
  • Strong can be purchased here

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, Rob on the Run here, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary, or check out my website here

 

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  • Goucher, K. (2023). "The Longest Race: Inside the Secret World of Abuse, Doping, and Deception on Nike's Elite Running Team". Gallery Books
  • http://www.karagoucher.com/about/
  • https://cubuffs.com/honors/cu-athletic-hall-of-fame/kara-grgaswheeler-goucher/52
  • https://www.oiselle.com/pages/kara-goucher?srsltid=AfmBOoowkRkAd92NhfVkhcxolXAaw-Mkl68MgUQ1nc5s1DfSuU9y3cBo

Edit to add - upon listening to this episode myself, I realize that I made 3 errors. Kara and Adam got married in 2001, her book is called "Strong" without an "er", and Billy Mills' win was in 1964.

July 10, 1922 - Herb McKenley is born10 Jul 202500:09:34

Today is Thursday, July 10, 2025, and on this day in 1922, Jamaican sprinter Herb McKenley was born.

In this episode we'll learn about his early years, discuss his versatile and record-shattering career as a professional runner, and hear how his contributions led to Jamaica becoming the track and field powerhouse that it is today.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, Rob on the Run ⁠here⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary, or check out my website ⁠here⁠

 

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July 12, 1809 - Robert Barclay walks 1,000 miles in 1,000 consecutive hours12 Jul 202500:16:30

Today is Saturday, July 12, 2025, and on this day in 1809, Captain Robert Barclay finished his final of 1,000 miles, walked in 1,000 consecutive days, a feat that took an astonishing 42 days in all.

First we'll discuss the background of this so-called "father of pedestrianism", then we'll hear how the monumental walk played out over the course of 6 weeks, and finally we'll learn if anyone has been crazy enough to attempt the "Barclay Match" in the two centuries since.

It's #SaltySaturday, which means that today's episode is sponsored by SaltStick. This is, hands down, my favorite way to consume electrolytes mid-run.

Right now until July 20th, SaltStick has a Strava challenge going on in conjunction with Fleet Feet. All you have to do is sign up here, run 5K between now and next Sunday, and you will automatically receive a sample pack of SaltStick!

Even cooler, one entrant will receive a $5,000 shopping spree to their local Fleet Feet!

Listeners of the pod can also save 20% off of your SaltStick purchase by using this link.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

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July 11, 1912 - 6 pole vaulters share Olympic podium11 Jul 202500:10:08

Today is Friday, July 11, 2025, and on this day in 1912, not 3, not 4, not 5, but SIX men shared the podium for the Pole Vault at the Olympics in Stockholm.

In this episode we will learn a brief history of the unique sport of pole vaulting, hear about how the competition at the 1912 Olympics occurred, and discuss whether a similar situation could play out today.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, Rob on the Run ⁠⁠here⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary, or check out my website ⁠⁠here⁠⁠

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July 13, 1924 - 48% DNF rate at the Olympic Marathon in Paris13 Jul 202500:10:00

Today is Sunday, July 12, 2025, and on this day in 1924, 58 men began the Olympic marathon in Paris - and only 30 were able to finish.

In this episode we will learn about the conditions that made race day so brutal, hear about the men who dropped out and those who prevailed, and then discuss the lasting impact that the 1924 Olympic Marathon had on safety conditions and accommodations within the world of road running.

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 19, 1900 - only 7 men finish Olympic marathon19 Jul 202500:09:45

Today is Saturday, July 19, 2025 and on this day in 1900, 14 men started the second ever Olympic marathon, and only half of them finished.

In this episode, we'll learn about the 1900 Paris Olympics - which were held as a component of that year's World Fair - and the inhospitable conditions that made a full half of the athletes who began the marathon able to complete it. Plus, the secret that the champion was keeping from Olympic officials...

 

It's #SaltySaturday, which means that today's episode is sponsored by SaltStick. This is, hands down, my favorite way to consume electrolytes mid-run.

 

Right now until THE END OF TOMORROW, July 20th, SaltStick has a Strava challenge going on in conjunction with Fleet Feet. All you have to do is ⁠sign up here⁠, run 5K between now and next Sunday, and you will automatically receive a sample pack of SaltStick!

 

Even cooler, one entrant will receive a $5,000 shopping spree to their local Fleet Feet!

 

Listeners of the pod can also save 20% off of your SaltStick purchase by using ⁠this link⁠.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

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July 18, 2004 - Carrie Tollefson wins the 1,500m at the US Olympic Trials18 Jul 202500:15:40

Today is Friday, July 18, 2025, and on this day in 2004, middle distance phenom Carrie Tollefson won the 1,500 meter final at the US Olympic track and field trials in Sacramento, CA.

In this episode we will hear about Tollefson's devastating loss in the 5,000 meters earlier in the trials, learn how she pivoted her focus toward the 1,500 to win and make the Olympic team, and then we'll sit down with Carrie Tollefson herself to hear what that day was really like.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 17, 1988 - FloJo celebrates setting the current women’s 100m world record17 Jul 202500:11:06

Today is Thursday, July 17, 2025 and on this day in 1988, Florence Griffith-Joyner, better known as FloJo, celebrated breaking the women's 100m world record in an incredible time of 10.49 seconds. To this day, her record still stands.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 16, 1978 - first annual Boilermaker 15K Road Race16 Jul 202500:26:10

Today is Wednesday, July 16, 2025, and on this day in 1978, the first annual Boilermaker race was held in Utica, New York - a race that would grow to one of the biggest and most iconic 15Ks in the country.

In this episode we will learn about the radiator company that started it all, what that first race looked like back in '78, and then meet Joe Wilczynski, one of 7 athletes who has completed all 48 editions of the Boilermaker.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 15, 1912 - one man dies and another goes missing for 54 years during Olympic Marathon15 Jul 202500:10:23

Today is Tuesday, July 15, 2025, and on this day in 1912, 68 men set out to run the Olympic Marathon in Stockholm, Sweden.

In this episode we will hear about the 35 who finished, the one who collapsed and died, and the one who went missing, only to be found 54 years later.

This episode is sponsored by MyRaceTatts, the awesome temporary tattoos with motivational phrases that I love to wear during races. Listeners of Today in Running History can get 15% of your purchase with this link, or by using my code "HILLARY" at checkout. 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

July 14, 2022 - Jim Thorpe reinstated as sole winner of Olympic gold after 110 years14 Jul 202500:36:22

Today is Monday, July 14, 2025, and on this day in 2022, Jim Thorpe was finally re-instated as the sole winner of the 2 Olympic gold medals he won at the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm. 

 

First we'll learn about the logistics of Thorpe's events - the decathlon and the pentathlon - and then we will mee Dr. Matt Andrews, an American sports historian and professor at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Dr. Andrews will tell us how Thorpe's story played out, and why it took over a century to make things right. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 20, 1876 - first intercollegiate track meet in the US20 Jul 202500:08:50

Today is Sunday, July 20, 2025 and on this day in 1876, the IC4A (precursor to NCAA) hosted the first intercollegiate track and field meet in the United States. 

 

In this episode, we'll hear which college sports predated track and field, which events made an appearance at this first official meet, and which US President was supposed to be in attendance. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod. He is available to take on additional work if you are looking to get into the podcasting/YouTubing space and need some help on the technical side. You can email him at robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

 

July 21, 2023 - Faith Kipyegon sets current women's mile world record21 Jul 202500:09:56

Today is Monday, July 21st, 2025, and on this day in 2023, Faith Kipyegon set what remains the current official world record in the women's mile.

 

In this episode we will hear how women's "world's bests" and later world records fell over the 102 years of recordkeeping, learn about Faith Kipyegon's incredible career, and speculate on where the women's mile will go from here. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 22, 1952 - Tuskegee Airman Mal Whitfield wins Olympic gold in the 800m22 Jul 202500:08:59

Today is Tuesday, July 22, 2025, and on this day in 1952, Malvin "Marvelous Mal" Whitfield won his second consecutive Olympic gold medals in the 800 metres.

 

In this episode, we'll hear about Whitfield's time as a Tuskegee Airman who saw combat in both World War 2 and the Korean War, how he earned his 5 medals across 2 Olympic games (becoming the first active duty military servicemember to do so in US history), and the ways he gave back to the community in the decades following his retirement.

 

It's Tattoosday, which means that this episode is sponsored by MyRaceTatts, the awesome temporary tattoos with motivational phrases that I love to wear during races. Listeners of Today in Running History can get 15% of your purchase with ⁠this link⁠, or by using my code "HILLARY" at checkout. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 23, 1974 - Maurice Greene is born23 Jul 202500:10:26

Today is Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025 and on this day in 1974, legendary American sprinter Maurice Greene was born in Kansas City, Kansas.

In this episode, we'll hear about Greene's rise to the top, which records he took down, and why he needed a fire extinguisher after one particularly fast race. I will also go on a bit of a rant about athletes (not Greene) doping, mid-episode.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 24, 1908 - first 26.2 mile marathon24 Jul 202500:09:35

Today is Thursday, July 24th, 2025 and on this day in 1908, 55 men ran the Olympic marathon, which was the first ever to measure 26.2 miles.

In today's episode, we'll discuss how exactly the race organizers settled on that seemingly random distance, hear about the controversial first place finish that ended in a DQ, and learn what odd assortments of refreshments were available at marathon aid stations in the early 20th century. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 27, 1952 - Emil Zátopek becomes only person to ever win 5,000m, 10,000m, and marathon in one Olympics27 Jul 202500:11:49

Today is Sunday, July 27, 2025 and on this day in 1952, Czechoslovakian runner Emil Zátopek became the first and only athlete in history to win the 5,000m, 10,000m, and marathon within one Olympic Games. In this episode we'll hear about Zátopek's first Olympic appearance 4 years earlier, discuss how his 1952 triumphs played out at the Olympics in Helsinki, and learn who also won gold just 10 minutes after Zátopek, cementing them both in the history books.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 26, 1913 - Canadian legend Gerard Cote is born26 Jul 202500:11:12

Today is Saturday, July 26, 2025 and on this day in 1913, legendary Canadian marathoner Gerard Cote was born in a small town outside of Montreal, Quebec.

In this episode, we will hear about Cote's humble beginnings, discuss some of the 264 races he ran during his 20-year career - including 4 Boston Marathon wins - and learn about the one course record he purposely refused to beat.

It's #SaltySaturday, which means that today's episode is sponsored by SaltStick. Their Fast Chews are, hands down, my favorite way to consume electrolytes mid-run.

At the time when this airs, I'll be about 8 miles into my Saturday long run and on my 2nd or 3rd packet of FastChews! Listeners of the pod can also save 20% off of your entire SaltStick purchase by using ⁠⁠this link⁠⁠.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

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July 25, 1908 - only one man runs Olympic 400m final25 Jul 202500:08:56

Today is Friday, July 25, 2025 and on this day in 1908, Wyndham Halswelle was the only man to run the Olympic 400m final; this remains the ONLY walkover in Olympic history.

 

In this episode, we will hear about the controversial events during the initial final, and learn why the other competitors refused to show up for the re-race.

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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July 28, 1928 - "Flying Finn" Paavo Nurmi begins third and final Olympics28 Jul 202500:11:45

Today is Monday, July 28, 2025 and on this day in 1928, the Olympic Games in Amsterdam began. These were the third and final for Finnish legend Paavo Nurmi.

 

In this episode, we will discuss Nurmi's first two Olympic appearances and the 9 medals he won between them; learn about his fellow Finn, sometimes teammate, and frequent rival, Ville Ritola; and hear how Nurmi's final Olympic races played out.

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

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August 15, 2016 - Emma Coburn becomes first American woman to medal in Olympic steeplechase16 Aug 202500:14:58

Today is Friday, August 15, 2025 and on this day in 2016, Emma Coburn became the first American woman in history to earn a medal in the steeplechase at the Olympics. 

 

In this episode, we will discuss the history - or should I say "horsestory" - of this event, learn about the doping scandals that tainted the first 2 iterations of the women's Olympic steeplechase in 2008 and 2012, and then hear how Emma Coburn describes her experience winning the bronze at the Rio Olympics.

 

It is #FueledFriday, which mean's that today's episode is sponsored by Fuel Goods! This is the sports nutrition marketplace and monthly subscription service that I've been using for the past 3 years to make sure I'm properly fueled for all of my runs.

 

All new subscribers to the RunnerBox by Fuel Goods will automatically receive $10 to spend on anything at the marketplace, and listeners of Today in Running History can save $10 off your first box by using my code "HILLARY10" at checkout.

 

Check out the Fuel Goods website here!

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠

 

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August 14, 2020 - Joshua Cheptegei sets current 5,000m world record15 Aug 202500:08:12

Today is Thursday, August 14th, 2025 and on this day in 2020, after Covid had cancelled nearly every in-person international track competition for 5 months, Ugandan runner Joshua Cheptegei set the world record in the 5,000m at the Herculis Meet in Monaco. 

 

In this episode, we'll hear about Cheptegei's background, how the Covid pandemic derailed the entire world of professional athletics, and how that incredible race played out, culminating in a new world record of 12:35.36.

 

I am running the 2026 London Marathon for the charity Keep a Child Alive! Check out my fundraising page and consider donating here. All contributions go directly to the cause, and no donation is too small! 

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠

 

 

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August 5, 1936 - Tidye Pickett becomes first Black woman to compete at the Olympics05 Aug 202500:24:31

Today is Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 and on this day in 1936, Tidye Pickett competed for Team USA in the 80 meter hurdles at the Olympics in Berlin, making her the first Black woman to compete in any Olympic event.

 

In this episode, we welcome back Maggie Mertens, author of "Better, Faster, Farther" to discuss Tidye Pickett and Louise Stokes, the first 2 Black women to qualify in the Olympics in 1932, and how Pickett finally got her chance to compete in 1936.

 

I highly encourage all of y'all to check out Maggie Mertens's book, which is available at ⁠⁠this link⁠⁠.

It is #Tattoosday which means that this episode of Today in Running History is sponsored by MyRaceTatts, the creators of the running mantra temporary tattoos that I absolutely LOVE.

 

Listeners of Today in Running History can save 20% off your order using my code "Hillary" at checkout. ⁠⁠Here is the link⁠⁠ to MyRaceTatts.

 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

August 4, 2012 - "Super Saturday" triple gold for team Great Britain05 Aug 202500:09:47

Today is Monday, August 4th, 2025 and on this day in 2012, Team Great Britain won 3 gold medals within a 44-minute span during the London Olympics.

 

In this episode, we will hear about these 3 athletes and their respective events - Jessica Ennis in the heptathlon, Greg Rutherford in the men's long jump, and Mo Farah in the men's 10,000 metres - and learn what makes "Super Saturday" such a significant moment in British sports history.

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠

 

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August 3, 1992 - Derek Redmond tears hamstring but refuses to quit Olympic 400m final03 Aug 202500:07:45

Today is Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 and on this day in 1992, British sprinter Derek Redmond refused to drop out of the 400m Olympic final in Barcelona, after tearing his hamstring mid-race.

 

In this episode, we will examine this iconic moment of humanity at the Olympics, from the original injury, to Redmond limping toward to the finish, to his father, Jim Redmond, making his way down from the stands to help his son finish his race.

 

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠

 

August 2, 1928 - first and ONLY women's Olympic 800m until 196002 Aug 202500:17:25

Today is Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 and on this day in 1928, 9 women competed in what would be the first and only Olympic 800 meter race for women until 1960.

 

In this episode, we speak with Maggie Mertens, author of the 2024 book "Better, Faster, Farther", in which she covers this exact race in detail. Maggie and I discuss the facts of the race itself versus how it was covered by the media, and why all races longer than 200 meters were subsequently banned for women at all Olympic Games for the 32 years that followed.

 

I highly encourage all of y'all to check out Maggie Mertens's book, which is available at ⁠this link⁠.

 

Today is also #SaltySaturday, which means that this episode is sponsored by SaltStick. The summer heat is not going anywhere any time soon, which means that we all need to be replenishing electrolytes lost in sweat.

 

The FastChews from SaltStick are my personal favorite way to get electrolytes in mid-run, and they come in some great flavors, plus caffeinated and uncaffeinated versions, too! Listeners of Today In Running History can save 20% off of your order using⁠ this link⁠.

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

 

August 1, 1932 - Photo finish at Olympic 100m final01 Aug 202500:11:14

Today is Friday, August 1st, 2025 and on this day in 1932, Eddie Tolan beat Ralph Metcalfe during the Olympic 100 meter final in the first race determined by photo finish.

 

In this episode, we'll learn more about both of these athletes, examine the cutting edge technology that determined made it possible to declare a winner, and hear how Tolan became the first Black man to win 2 Olympic gold medals.

 

It is #FueledFriday, which mean's that today's episode is sponsored by Fuel Goods! This is the sports nutrition marketplace and monthly subscription service that I've been using for the past 3 years to make sure I'm properly fueled for all of my runs.

 

They have a really cool new feature right now, called the "Fuel Finder" quiz, which is basically like a matchmaking service that pairs you with the perfect bundle of sports nutrition products based on your activity level, dietary restrictions, flavor preferences, and budget.

 

I just took the quiz and can't wait to share the bundle I receive during next week's #FueledFriday episode. In the meantime, ⁠check out Fuel Goods and take the Fuel Finder quiz here⁠!

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠

 

July 31, 1987 - first Badwater Ultramarathon is won by Eleanor Robinson31 Jul 202500:42:21

Today is Thursday, July 31st, 2025 and on this day in 1987, 5 runners set out to compete in the first ever Badwater Ultramarathon.

 

In this episode, we'll discuss the origins of "the world's toughest footrace" that runs from Death Valley to Mount Whitney, learn why the first 3 editions were 11 miles more than the current 135 miles, and then speak with Eleanor Robinson, the woman who won that first Badwater back in 1987.

 

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠

 

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July 30, 1958 - decathlete Daley Thompson is born30 Jul 202500:19:20

Today is Wednesday, July 30, 2025 and on this day in 1958, champion decathlete Daley Thompson was born in London.

 

In this episode, we'll learn a bit about Thompson's background - including the 9 years he went undefeated, his 4 world records, and 2 Olympic gold medals - and then sit down for a conversation with Thompson himself.

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠, or send me an email at runningupthathillary@gmail.com

 

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July 29, 2002 - Suresh Joachim sets 48-hour treadmill world record29 Jul 202500:10:14

Today is Tuesday, July 29, 2025 and on this day in 2002, Canadian Renaissance Man Suresh Joachim set the world record for the furthest distance run on a treadmill in 48 hours.

 

In this episode, we will learn about a few of the 72 Guinness World Records that Joachim has set since 1996 - including the furthest distance run while carrying a brick, the furthest distance traveled within 24 hours while dribbling a basketball, and the furthest distance CRAWLED on all fours.

 

It is #Tattoosday which means that this episode of Today in Running History is sponsored by MyRaceTatts, the creators of the running mantra temporary tattoos that I absolutely LOVE.

 

MyRaceTatts is celebrating their second birthday tomorrow, and EVERYONE can save a full 40% off your order by using code "BDAY40" until the end of July 31st. And if you miss that sale, listeners of the pod always get 20% off using my code "HILLARY".

 

⁠Here is the link⁠ to check out MyRaceTatts.

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠follow me on Instagram⁠, or send me an email at runningupthathillary@gmail.com

 

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August 13, 1977 - Dick Beardsley runs first of 13 consecutive marathon PRs14 Aug 202500:40:10

Today is Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 and on this day in 1977, Minnesota runner Dick Beardsley ran his first marathon - the Paavo Nurmi Marathon in Hurley, Wisconsin. 

 

In this episode, we'll hear about that marathon and the 12 that followed, with each one faster than the last. This 13-marathon PR streak earned Beardsley a spot in the world record book, and Dick Beardsley himself joins Today in Running History for a conversation about those 13 marathons and more. 

 

And you heard it here first - I am running the 2026 London Marathon for the charity Keep a Child Alive! Check out my fundraising page and consider donating here. All contributions go directly to the cause, and no donation is too small! 

 

A huge thanks to Dick Beardsley for joining the podcast, and for the excellent conversation. You can check out his podcast with fellow runner Mike Dunlap here, his book "Staying the Course: A Runner's Toughest Race" here (one of the best running books I have run), and sign up for the Dick Beardsley Half Marathon in Detroit Lakes, MI next month here! 

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠

August 12, 1975 - first sub-3:50 mile, ran by John Walker13 Aug 202500:11:28

Today is Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 and on this day in 1975, New Zealander John Walker became the first human in history to run a mile faster than 3:50.

 

In this episode, we'll hear about the stray animal that kickstarted Walker's running career as a child, how the fateful race played out on that summer evening in Sweden, and the embarrassingly American error I made during my research.

It is #Tattoosday which means that this episode of Today in Running History is sponsored by MyRaceTatts, the creators of the running mantra temporary tattoos that I absolutely LOVE.

 

Listeners of Today in Running History can save 20% off your order using my code "Hillary" at checkout. ⁠⁠⁠Here is the link⁠⁠⁠ to MyRaceTatts.

 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share, then connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram as well at @running_up_that_hillary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or check out my website at runningupthathillary.com. 

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August 11, 1984 - Carl Lewis wins 4th gold medal of Los Angeles Olympics12 Aug 202500:24:31

Today is Monday, August 11th, 2025 and on this day in 1984, American athlete Carl Lewis won his fourth gold medal of that year's Olympics, a feat no American had repeated since Jesse Owens in 1936.

 

In this special pod-ception episode, we welcome Kyle Walker from the Back of the Pack Podcast to talk all about Carl Lewis, and what made his quadruple gold so significant. Check out Kyle's podcast here⁠!

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

August 10, 1984 - clash between Mary Decker & Zola Budd during Olympic 3,000m final11 Aug 202500:34:26

Today is Sunday, August 10th, 2025 and on this day in 1984, American Mary Decker and South African Brit Zola Budd collided during the 3,000m final at the Olympics in Los Angeles, leading to Decker dropping out and Budd fading to 7th place.

 In this episode, we’ll discuss the backgrounds of both Decker and Budd, learn how the race and fall played out, and then pivot from heartbreak to victory as I interview Lynn Kanuka, the Canadian underdog who seized the opportunity to become an Olympic medalist.

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠

 

 

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August 9, 1936 - Jesse Owens wins 4th gold medal in one Olympics10 Aug 202500:13:16

Today is Saturday, August 9, 2025 and on this day in 1936, American athlete Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal at the Olympics in Berlin.

 

In this episode, we'll learn more about Owens' background, which four events he won at the 1936 Olympics, and how his treatment did - and didn't - change as a champion Black athlete when he returned to the US.

 

Today is also #SaltySaturday, which means that this episode is sponsored by SaltStick. The summer heat is not going anywhere any time soon, which means that we all need to be replenishing electrolytes lost in sweat.

 

The FastChews from SaltStick are my personal favorite way to get electrolytes in mid-run, and they come in some great flavors, plus caffeinated and uncaffeinated versions, too! Listeners of Today In Running History can save 20% off of your order using⁠⁠ this link⁠⁠.

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠

 

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August 8, 1915 - Jewish American athlete Sam Stoller is born09 Aug 202500:12:49

Today is Friday, August 8th, 2025 and on this day in 1915, Samuel Stoller was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.

In this episode, we’ll hear about Stoller’s background, meet his would-be teammate, Marty Glickman, and learn how the two were barred from competing in the 1936 Olympics in Nazi Germany because they were Jewish.

It is #FueledFriday, which mean's that today's episode is sponsored by Fuel Goods! This is the sports nutrition marketplace and monthly subscription service that I've been using for the past 3 years to make sure I'm properly fueled for all of my runs.

 

They have a really cool new feature right now, called the "Fuel Finder" quiz, which is basically like a matchmaking service that pairs you with the perfect bundle of sports nutrition products based on your activity level, dietary restrictions, flavor preferences, and budget.

 

I just took the quiz and can't wait to share the bundle I receive during next week's #FueledFriday episode. In the meantime, ⁠⁠check out Fuel Goods and take the Fuel Finder quiz here⁠⁠!

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠

 

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August 7, 1948 - Alice Coachman becomes first Black woman to win Olympic gold07 Aug 202500:10:02

Today is Thursday, August 7th, 2025 and on this day in 1948, American high jumper Alice Coachman became the first Black woman from any country to win an Olympic gold medal in any event, setting a new Olympic record in the process.

 

In this episode, we'll learn about Coachman's childhood in the segregated south, discuss her incredible decade-long high jump career, and hear what makes the Olympic record she set so sweet.

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or YouTube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠

 

 

Bibliography: ⁠https://web.archive.org/web/20150924060015/http://www.olympics30.com/30greatest/alice-coachman.asp⁠

⁠https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/sports-outdoor-recreation/alice-coachman-1923-2014⁠

⁠https://www.usatf.org/athlete-bios/alice-coachman⁠

⁠https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/alice-coachman⁠

 

August 6, 1958 - ”Golden Mile” when 5 men run sub-406 Aug 202500:11:20

Today is Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 and on this day in 1958, 5 men ran a mile in under 4 minutes, with the winner setting a new world record of 3:54.3

In this episode, we learn about those 5 men - Herb Elliott, Ronnie Delany, Murray Halberg, Merv Lincoln, and Albie Thomas - plus Billy Morton, the man who made the race possible, and whose legacy led to the annual Morton Games, still held in that very stadium.

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠

August 16, 2008 - Usain Bolt sets world record in 100m18 Aug 202500:12:33

Today is Saturday, August 16th, 2025 and on this day in 2008, Jamaican phenom Usain Bolt set the current world record for the 100 meters at the Olympics in Beijing. 

 

In this episode, we talk about Bolt’s origins as a runner, his path to Beijing, and the races that made him a legend.

 

Today is also #SaltySaturday, which means that this episode is sponsored by SaltStick. The summer heat is not going anywhere any time soon, which means that we all need to be replenishing electrolytes lost in sweat.

 

The FastChews from SaltStick are my personal favorite way to get electrolytes in mid-run, and they come in some great flavors, plus caffeinated and uncaffeinated versions, too! Listeners of Today In Running History can save 20% off of your order using⁠⁠ this link⁠⁠.

 

This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast "Rob on the Run"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send me an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠runningupthathillary@gmail.com⁠⁠

August 18, 2004 - fake motorcycle crash causes 2 Greek sprinters to withdraw from the Olympics20 Aug 202500:08:14

Today is Monday, August 18, 2025 and on this day in 2004, Greek sprinters Katerina Thanou and Kostas Kenteris withdrew from their events at the Olympics in Athens after faking a motorcycle crash to avoid drug testing. 

 

In this episode, we'll learn more about the two disgraced athletes and the crazy idea they came up with in an attempt to bypass the doping tests they knew they would fail. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my friend Rob Garcia, who many of y'all may know by his own podcast "Rob on the Run". If you are looking to get into the podcasting or YouTube space and need some help on the technical production side, I could not recommend Rob more highly. You can email him at robontherunpod@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to like and subscribe, then connect with me on social media, or email me at runningupthathillary@gmail.com 

 

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August 17, 2015 - Asli Cakir Alptekin stripped of Olympic gold for doping19 Aug 202500:13:54

Today is Sunday, August 17th, 2025 and on this day in 2015, Turkish runner Asli Cakir Alptekin was finally stripped of the gold medal she had cheated her way to winning at the women's 1,500m final at the 2012 London Olympics. 

 

In this episode, we will learn more about Alptekin and the FIVE other women who finished in the top 9 of that race (which has been called the dirtiest in track history) who eventually tested positive for banned substances, plus hear about the British athlete who initially received flack for calling out the doping, but was eventually vindicated. 

 

This episode was edited and produced by my friend Rob Garcia, who many of y'all may know by his own podcast "Rob on the Run". If you are looking to get into the podcasting or YouTube space and need some help on the technical production side, I could not recommend Rob more highly. You can email him at robontherunpod@gmail.com

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please make sure to like and subscribe, then connect with me on social media, or email me at runningupthathillary@gmail.com 

 

Bibliography:

August 19, 1946 - Boston Marathon champion Amby Burfoot is born20 Aug 202500:39:51

Today is Tuesday, August 19th, 2025 and on this day in 1946, Amby Burfoot was born in Charlottesville, Virginia.

 

In this episode, we’ll hear how Burfoot became the first college student to win the Boston Marathon in 1968 and how his career evolved from the running world to Runner’s World in the decades that followed, then welcome Amby Burfoot himself for a conversation about his lifelong love of the sport.

 

You can find Burfoot's books, including my favorite "First Ladies of Running" here, and check out his current endeavor with Marathon Handbook here

 

It's #Tattoosday, and listeners of Today in Running History can save 20% off your order using my code "Hillary" at checkout. ⁠⁠⁠Here is the link⁠⁠⁠ to MyRaceTatts.

 

This episode was edited and produced by my good friend and confidant, Rob Garcia. Check out his podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob on the Run on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or on Instagram as @robontherunpod.

 

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