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5 Helpful Tips Every Marathoner Needs to Know with Jarrod Zwirko

Sep 04, 2025 Season 2 Episode 136

Richard Conner

#136 - Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jarrod Zwirko, an 8-time marathon finisher and H2GO Life run club co-founder, as he shares the game-changing strategies that transformed his racing experience. After seven marathons where he struggled to feel good at the finish line, Jarrod discovered five key principles that led to his breakthrough performance at the Newport Marathon - complete with a personal record and that elusive "good feeling" at the finish.

Whether you're training for your first marathon or looking to improve your race day experience, this episode delivers practical, tested advice from someone who learned these lessons through trial, error, and ultimate success. Jarrod's honest discussion about his journey from that painful first three-mile treadmill run to becoming a confident marathoner will resonate with runners at every level.

Topics Covered:

Mental preparation strategies and mindset techniques for marathon success
Training pace principles and the science behind building aerobic fitness
Race day strategy development and goal-setting approaches
Building confidence in your preparation and maintaining enjoyment throughout training

Today’s Guest

Jarrod Zwirko

Jarrod’s running journey began in 2020, inspired after cheering on The Hole in the Wall Gang’s New York City Marathon team. With just a single 5K under his belt and a background as a lifelong swimmer through college, running was an entirely new challenge. On January 1st, 2020, he laced up his shoes and kicked off marathon training with a slow and strenuous three miles on the treadmill.

Fast forward to today, that initial struggle has transformed into a deep passion for the sport. 8 marathons later, Jarrod is now on a mission to complete the World Marathon Major Marathons. Along the way, he sought a community of like-minded runners, which led to the creation of H2gO Life alongside Kayla.

Follow Jarrod and H2gO:

Instagram - @jzwirks
Instagram - @h2golife
Website - https://www.h2go.life/

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How to Prioritize Family and Fitness for Success with Milton Davison

May 09, 2025 Season 2 Episode 135

Richard Conner

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#135 - As a husband, father of three boys, and train mechanic, Milton Davison, a hybrid athlete, shares how he manages to train while still prioritizing what matters most - his family. Since beginning his running journey in 2014, Milton has qualified for DEKA Worlds in 2022 and 2023 and HYROX Worlds in 2024 and 2025, proving that extraordinary achievements are possible with dedication and smart prioritization.

Milton offers practical insights for anyone looking to improve their fitness while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. His journey from track athlete to marathon runner to hybrid race competitor demonstrates how finding the right fitness format that matches your strengths can lead to competitive success. Milton shares the training methods and life philosophies that have made him a world-class competitor despite a busy family and professional life.

Topics Covered:

Early Morning Training: Milton shares how he gradually adapted to 4 AM workouts to ensure his training doesn't take away from family time and responsibilities
Consistent Commitment: Training while working full-time and raising three boys requires intentional prioritization and elimination of distractions
Sport Evolution: How Milton's background in track and strength training created the perfect foundation for success in hybrid races like DEKA and HYROX
Family-First Mindset: Milton explains why keeping family as his top priority has been key to his sustainable athletic success

Today’s Guests

Milton Davison

Milton Davison is a husband, father of three, and a veteran train mechanic with over 17 years in the railroad industry. He began running in 2014, completing his first marathon in 2017, and later expanded into hybrid racing. Since 2022, Milton has competed in Deka and Hyrox events, qualifying for multiple World Championships, including Deka Worlds (2022, 2023) and Hyrox Worlds (2024, 2025). His standout race times include a 1:24 half marathon, a 1:03 Hyrox Open, and a 35:38 Deka Fit. Milton continues to challenge himself and inspire others through his fitness journey.

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Instagram - @duke_md