This week on the Route 66 Marathon Ambassadors Podcast, Kevin Green sits down with Stephanie McCrary, a PE teacher, runner and dedicated Route 66 Marathon ambassador.

Recorded after the 5K race during Route 66 Marathon weekend, Stephanie shares her strategy for balancing fun and training, her goals for the half marathon and the St. Jude Marathon and how she inspires the next generation through her school’s Run Club.

We discuss her running journey, including her postpartum challenges, the importance of giving oneself grace and her favorite moments on Tulsa’s marathon course.

Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just starting out, Stephanie’s story is packed with motivation and insights for all runners.

Join us in this episode of the Route 66 Marathon Ambassadors Podcast as Kevin Green sits down with Lindsey Leppert, an experienced runner who has found joy, community and personal growth through running.

Lindsey opens up about her journey from initially running as a way to stay fit to completing longer races, all while juggling the challenges of training and life. We discuss her favorite moments from the Route 66 Marathon, the friendships she’s formed along the way and how she prepares for race day.

Whether you’re preparing for your first 5K or your next marathon, Lindsey’s insights will inspire and motivate you to keep going.

In this episode of the Route 66 Marathon Ambassadors Podcast, Kevin Green sits down with Misty Cooper, a dedicated Route 66 Marathon ambassador who has completed the race 10 times and is preparing for her next big goal: a PR under 4:40.

Misty shares insights from her running journey, including the benefits of training on hills, the importance of balancing hard work with enjoyment and how podcasts and community support have enriched her approach to training. She also talks about her inspiration from local runners and the impact of training with a local ultra-runner.

Whether you're looking to improve your own training or simply enjoy a great running story, Misty’s experience offers motivation and practical advice. And don't forget, you can use her code MISTY66 to save on your Route 66 Marathon registration!