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It’s 2026 and the Mind Your Miles boys are back. Nick and Will kick off the year with some real goals: Will wants to BQ at the Colfax Marathon in Denver (hills, altitude, vibes), Nick wants to run a marathon build using a classic, traditional structure, plus they both want at least one 100-mile week and, finally, a legit running book club. Then we get into the main topic: what do you do with athletes who just do not have top-end speed, the kind where their 5K pace is uncomfortably close to their marathon pace? We break down why this caps performance (mechanically and metabolically), how injury history and fear can lock athletes into “governed” running, and how to rebuild turnover without turning every week into a misery fest of doing only what you suck at. We talk practical solutions like drills, strength work, low-level plyos, accelerations, hill sprints, and how to coach effort and form so “running hard” actually makes you faster, not just more tense. We also debate the big question: do you need a true speed block where mileage drops and the focus shifts hard, or can you blend speed work into a marathon build and still move the needle? Links:https://mindyourmilespodcast.substack.com/https://www.runbaldwin.com/

Nick’s thighs got absolutely wrecked at Run Rabbit Run 100, but the man still ran his first 100 mile like a total pro. In this episode we talk through Nick’s debut at Run Rabbit Run, gear that actually works for big-thigh runners, and how he kept it together through a cold, rainy night in Steamboat.Then we bring on our good friend and high school coach Danny Mercado to talk all things prep running, mileage for teenagers, racing every weekend, and how to keep kids from burning out before college.If you are into ultras, coaching, or just want to feel better about your own chafing horror stories, this one is for you.Work with Will 1-on-1: https://www.runbaldwin.com/

On this episode of Mind Your Miles, Nick and Will make a training plan live on the podcast! Taking inspiration from some of the free training plans on the internet, Nick and Will go over one of these options, and then build an improved plan from scratch for the novice marathon runner. Want the plan? You can get it on our Substack: https://mindyourmilespodcast.substack.com or By sending us an email at: [email protected] or By following @mindyourmilespodcast, @coachnickhilton, or @runbaldwin on Instagram. Thanks for listening!

What are the keys to getting over that 4 hour marathon hump? The boys come in with 1 key each, and end up each giving about 7 different keys. First though, a discussion is had about free online training plans from popular coaches; what they like, a lot about what they don't like, and why they may not be the best option for most runners. Want more Mind Your Miles content? Check out our Substack! Questions for the guys, or suggestions for content? email us at [email protected]

Thinking about making the jump from road racing to trail and ultra running? In this episode of Mind Your Miles, Nick Hilton and Will Baldwin dive deep into the biggest mistakes runners make when transitioning to the trails. They share their personal blunders, offer practical advice, and discuss key topics like fueling, gear selection, pacing, course strategy, and the mental side of trail racing. Plus, the guys argue about super shoes, world records, and why runners refuse to post their race times on Instagram. They also answer a listener question: At what point can you call yourself a runner? Whether you're an experienced road racer curious about the trails or an ultra veteran looking to laugh at our rookie mistakes, this one's for you. 📩 Got a question for the pod? Email us at [email protected]🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DLROedmU6qM?si=WddiUUITuilIv3Lk🔗 Follow us online: Will Baldwin: runbaldwin.com Nick Hilton: hiltonperformancerunning.com

The boys are back for the first pod of 2025! Will is looking handsome as ever and Nick is here for his first pod as a new Dad. Will and Nick discuss their 2025 goals, and how to approach goal setting in the new year. The conversation turns to how to best handle running in the cold, wet, winter conditions, and then they finish up with Nick discussing how he's been handling his training in the first month of fatherhood. Please comment, review, and subscribe! Questions for the pod? Email us at [email protected]

Today's episode begins with Nick and Will marveling at their own good lucks, then they dive into their experiences and learnings at recent Ultra finishes. They follow that up with laying detailed warm ups for each race distance from the mile to the marathon, and a discussion of what to focus on during the periods between marathon build ups. Questions or comments for the pod? EMAIL US [email protected]

#trailrunners Nick and Will discuss Will's recent finish at the Pikes Peak Ascent, and talk about Nick's upcoming race at the Kodiak 100k by UTMB. They talk about their race strategies, learnings from previous trail/ultras, race nutrition, and many other topics in the realm of trail and ultra running. The pod finishes up with a quick discussion on an athlete question regarding carbon shoes, and how to transition into a carbon shoe from a zero drop, minimal shoe. Questions or topic suggestions for the pod? email us at [email protected].

Coach Will Baldwin and Coach Nicole Hilton do a deep dive on breaking down all the different types of workout paces and how to handle the recoveries and rests for each type of pace. We're taking rep pace (R), interval pace (I), threshold pace (T), and marathon pace (MP). A lot of these terms were coined by World renowned running coach Jack Daniels is his book Daniel's Running Formula https://amzn.to/3MGbVAU but the vocab is used by a lot of people. This pod is an incredibly useful listen to learn how you should be executing workouts to make sure you're getting their full benefit out of them. It's a cool peak inside the mind of some expert coaches to hear how they craft and look at workouts. We also talk about the NUMBER ONE MISTAKE people make when doing a workout. A lot of folks are saying these two coaches are only getting more handsome and better at podcasting. Tune in and see for yourself

Mind Your Miles is back! This time a bromance is full flower as Nick and Will take the helm to cover all the things you need to know to qualify for the Boston Marathon. In this episode the boyz cover how to qualify for Boston, where to qualify, training tips and secrets, and talk about whether or not YOU should carry your phone or wear a hydration belt during your BQ attempt. Questions or suggestions for the pod? Email us at [email protected] Find more Mind Your Miles at https://mindyourmilespodcast.substack.com

What's up We talked a lot about how heat and running interact with each other. How to run, train, race, live, laugh, and love during the Summer months. Also sorry it's been a while. Hilton has put his corporate duties above those of being a podcast host/good friend. But as he reminded us; life is about financial stability NOT friendship. Will interrupted people just as much as usual.

The eternal debate continues. What's more important, strength or speed? The boys first find that even defining the terms is difficult, and spend too much time figuring out what qualifies as strength and what is speed. You would think that after all that discussion, that they'd come to a consensus on the terminology, but then you'd be wrong. They do not. In the end, did they come to a conclusion about what is better? Absolutely not, it's a LOT of middle of the road takes here. Dylan then presents some fun coaching scenarios and the talk turns on how they would each handle a number of different situations including; how to help a runner who is stuck in a run and not improving, and working with a "blank slate" athlete. Questions or suggestions for the pod? [email protected] Want more Mind Your Miles content? Check our our Substack! mindyourmilespodcast.substack.com

On this episode of the Mind Your Miles Podcast Will takes over hosting duties, and gives us the lowest energy intro to date, if you're able to stay awake through that, you'll hear the guys answer their first listener question! The question is from a longtime cyclist moving into running and he asks about how to approach running training in comparison to cycling training. Then the discussion turns to the 20 mile long run, and the crusade to end Americas long obsession over running 20 miles before the marathon. Questions or suggestions for the pod? [email protected] Want more Mind Your Miles content? Check out our Substack! mindyourmilespodcast.substack.com

The boys are back and start off this episode with a quick check in on how everyone is doing, talking about Will's foot issues, and then get into a discussion on ultra nutrition and Nick's plan for his upcoming 100k race. Then it's time for a round of Buy or Sell! The fellas discuss a smorgasbord of running and coaching topics ranging from ice baths, listening to music while racing, and whether the NCAA system is the best one for developing young runners. Will goes on a rant about the NIL, and doesn't seem to grasp the concept of the game, and continually tries neither buy nor sell any topic. Enjoying the pod? Check out our substack: mindyourmilespodcast.substack.com Questions or suggestions for the pod? Email us at: [email protected]

This episode begins with the usual low-energy intro of Will and Dylan, then goes into a little check in on each of the guys and what's going on with their running. They talk about why Dylan has forsaken the Triathlon, Will's recovery from injury, and perform a full-scale therapy session on the pod's resident head-case - Nick. During said discussion, you'll hear some good nuggets on fueling for ultra-marathons and why EVERYONE (especially Nick) should have a coach. The pod moves into a review of "The Endurance of Speed - The Revolutionary New Way to Train for Marathons and 1/2 Marathons" by Jason Karp. Come for the therapy session and stay to hear the boys discuss why Dr. Karp's book may not be as revolutionary as the title says. Want more Mind Your Miles? Check us out our Substack! mindyourmilespodcast.substack.com Questions or suggestions for the Pod? Email us! [email protected]