I'll Have Another with Lindsey Hein Podcast

Andrew Colley joins me on the podcast after winning the USATF 25K Championships in Grand Rapids, Michigan, just six weeks after he and his wife Tristan welcomed their daughter Lily June into the world. We talk about balancing newborn life with training, racing at a high level while sleep deprived, and the excitement of finally seeing years of consistent work continue to pay off.

Andrew is a 2:09 marathoner, a three-time Team USA World Cross Country representative, and a longtime member of the ZAP Endurance team under coach Pete Rea. We talk about his recent marathon PR in Seville, why he feels there’s still a much bigger breakthrough coming, and what’s changed in his approach to the marathon over the years.

We also get into life after sponsorship changes, staying patient through the ups and downs of professional running, and what motivates him as both an athlete and now a new dad. Plus, because Tristan and Lily June came over too, this episode includes some laughs, baby snuggles, and a very real in-person conversation that felt more like hanging out than recording a podcast.

Topics Discussed:

Adjusting to life as new parents with baby Lily June

Winning the 2026 USATF 25K Championships

Racing Seville Marathon and feeling capable of a breakthrough

Training consistency after years of injuries and setbacks

Underfueling, body image struggles, and disordered eating in men’s running

Mental health, vulnerability, and pressures within professional running

Training with NC State athletes and life in Raleigh

Sponsorship uncertainty after ZAP Endurance and navigating the business side of pro running

Olympic Trials goals and believing in yourself at the highest level

Sobriety, addictive personality traits, and lessons from past mistakes

The infamous cheesecake story at Club Cross Country Nationals

Favorite recovery routines, TV shows, and fantasy books

Advice for young runners about confidence and self-belief

Books, TV Shows, & Media Mentioned:

Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan

Red Rising by Pierce Brown

Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Holiday Inn

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Sara Hall joins the podcast to talk about her new book For the Love of the Grind, which quickly became a New York Times bestseller. Sara has been one of the most consistent and compelling figures in American distance running, with a 2:20 marathon personal best, a fifth-place finish at the 2024 Olympic Trials, and a career defined by longevity, resilience, and a deep love for the process.

In this conversation, Sara reflects on her career arc, from being the first professional athlete to say yes to this podcast back in 2016 to becoming a veteran of the sport who continues to push her limits. She shares what it has looked like to race at a high level while raising four daughters, staying grounded in her values, and following what feels most authentic to her, even when it doesn’t follow a traditional path.

The conversation also dives into the themes of her book, including faith, identity, motherhood, and the emotional highs and lows of a decades-long career. Sara opens up about how her beliefs have evolved over time, how she’s navigated criticism, and why she chose to tell her story in her own voice.

This episode is a deeper look at what it means to commit to the long game, both in running and in life, and how growth often comes through the hardest seasons.

What we talked about:

Writing For the Love of the Grind and telling her story in her own voice

Faith, deconstruction, and evolving beliefs

Growing up in a strong religious background and rethinking it as an adult

Choosing which moments and races mattered most in her story

The emotional weight of motherhood and pursuing elite goals

Adoption journey and family dynamics

Balancing ambition with presence as a parent

Career longevity and gradual marathon progression

The Olympic Trials and processing near-misses

Super shoes era and competing across changing generations of the sport

Relationships and community throughout her career

Transitioning perspective from outcomes to process

Media mentions: 

For the Love of the Grind

Love Wins

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I’m coming to you with a bonus episode recorded live in Indianapolis during an incredible weekend at the 500 Festival Indy Mini Marathon and the USATF 5K Championships. I had the opportunity to announce the 5K and witness a high-stakes race where the top two finishers were competing for a spot on the world championship team, which made the energy in the city so special.

The day before the race, I hosted a live podcast at the beautiful Bottleworks Hotel alongside my friend Ally Brettnacher from Finish Lines and Milestones. These Indy weekends have become such a fun tradition for us, bringing the running community together in a meaningful way.

We were joined by an amazing panel: Emma Grace Hurley, Drew Hunter, and Courtney Frerichs. Emma Grace is in the middle of a breakout season, recently breaking an American record and continuing to stack impressive performances. Drew just won the USATF 5K Championship race that weekend and shared insights from his journey as both a professional athlete and a dad. Courtney, an Olympic and world silver medalist, opened up about her return to racing after navigating major injuries and surgeries over the past couple of years.

And in true live-event fashion, we had a surprise moment when Jenny Simpson jumped on the mic for a quick cameo, which made the night even more special.

This event came together with the help of some incredible local partners, and the atmosphere was just so much fun. We had great food, a shoe decorating station, and a packed room of people who love this sport.

Quick note on the audio: since this was recorded live with wireless mics, it may not be as crisp as a typical episode, but the conversation and energy more than make up for it.

If you enjoy this episode, I’d love for you to leave a rating and review, and if you’re ever in Indy for these race weekends in May or November, come join us live.

Rachel Smith returns to the podcast fresh off a standout performance at the B.A.A. 5K, where she finished second overall and was the first American woman across the line. A 2020 Olympian in the 5,000m, Rachel is now navigating a new season of life as both a professional runner and a mom of two young daughters.

In this conversation, Rachel shares how her relationship with running has evolved, what it looks like to balance elite training with motherhood, and why she’s been drawn toward road racing in this chapter of her career. She reflects on shifting priorities, redefining success, and what’s next as she considers stepping up to the marathon distance.

Rachel also opens up about the realities of training in a different season of life, the importance of community in Flagstaff, and how she’s approaching racing with a fresh perspective. It’s a thoughtful, honest look at growth, identity, and staying connected to the sport in a way that feels meaningful.

What we talked about:

Returning to racing and B.A.A. 5K performance

Growing up around the Boston Marathon and its significance

Learning how to race on the roads vs. track racing

Transitioning from track to road racing

Becoming a mother and shifting life priorities

Training and competing while raising two young kids

Redefining success and not comparing to past versions of herself

Considering a marathon debut and learning fueling strategies

Life in Flagstaff and the professional running community

Family, relationships, and what matters most beyond running

Interest in trail running and ultramarathons

Perspective on long-term career fulfillment and curiosity in sport

Media Mentioned: 

For the Love of the Grind by Sara Hall

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My friend and fellow podcast host Ally Brettnacher and I discuss the upcoming weekend in Indianapolis – the 500 Festival Indy Mini weekend!! This is the 50th running of the Indy Mini & home of the USATF 5K champs for the second year in a row!



We are hosting a live podcast event on Friday, May 1st at 3:30pm at Bottleworks Hotel with guest panelists Emma Grace Hurley and Courtney Frerichs! We’d love to have you join us if you are in town! We’ll have snacks, swag bags, great conversation and we’ll even have a shoe decorating station.

Grab your tickets!!