Marathon Handbook Podcast US Half Marathon Controversy, Ironman’s Camera Crackdown & Tokyo Marathon Fireworks
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Mar 2, 2026 A dramatic week in running: a Tokyo marathon decided by a three-way sprint and a new women’s course record. A championship in Atlanta thrown into chaos when a lead vehicle reportedly took a wrong turn. A heated debate over Ironman banning on-course cameras, phones, and wearable lenses. A look at Eileen Gu’s surprising running résumé and a tribute to Jeff Galloway’s run-walk legacy.
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Tokyo Delivered Early-Season Elite Drama
- Tokyo Marathon produced dramatic finishes and standout performances signaling early-season form for elites.
- Men finished in a three-way sprint with Tedese Takele winning and Bridget Kosge set a women’s course record of 2:14:29.
Jeff Galloway Made Running Accessible
- Jeff Galloway popularized the run-walk method and made running accessible to recreational athletes.
- Galloway was a 1972 U.S. Olympian who turned to coaching and helped thousands finish marathons with strategies like 10-run/1-walk segments.
Eileen Gu Nearly Chose Running
- Olympic skier Eileen Gu almost pursued elite running and ran competitively in high school before choosing skiing.
- She has road results like a 1:41 half, a 19:18 5K, and a 3:24 marathon with minimal build.