Vinny Mauri On The Treadmill Training That Has Everyone Talking Before His 2026 Chicago Marathon Debut + American Records Odds

In this episode of the Sidious Mag Podcast, host Chris Chavez chats with Vinny Mowry, who reflects on his groundbreaking marathon debut where he ran a surprising 2:05:53 in Toledo. Now signed with ASICS and coached by Howie Kofleski, Vinny has been preparing for the upcoming Chicago Marathon with an unconventional training block, featuring long runs and an emphasis on high mileage without racing in between. He shares details about his training strategy, including running extensive distances on treadmills and his focus on making marathon distance feel short. Vinny expresses excitement about competing against fast peers like Clayton Young and Charles Hicks at Chicago, believing a high probability exists for an American record to be broken. He highlights his mental approach to the race, focusing on enjoyment and being in the moment, as well as the importance of health and preparation leading into his first major marathon where he feels ready. Vinny shares experiences of drug testing, his training philosophy, fueling strategies, and the community support from working at Second Soul Running Store. He concludes with reflections on the pressure of expectations versus embracing the journey of being a professional athlete.