602. Ellie Kemper, Marathoner

"If you’re writing my obituary, whoever’s in charge, please include this! Because I feel very proud of it!" You probably know her as the adorably sweet and oftentimes aloof Erin Hannon, from The Office. Or maybe you know her as the scrappy, can't-keep-me-down titular character on The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. She played Becca on Bridesmaids, she co-hosts the Great American Baking Show, she's a New York City-based mom of two — and now, Ellie Kemper is a marathoner. In this conversation, Ellie talks about how she fell in love with running. She talks about her first race, and then her second, and about her spur-of-the-moment bit of motivation that got her to sign up for the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon. (Mid-race, Ellie said "never again." Now? Don't be surprised if you see her lining up for a second go at 26.2.) Ellie shares every detail from her training, her race, her biggest surprises from the day, and so much more. LOLs guaranteed. SPONSORS: UCAN: Click here and use code ALI for 20% off your next UCAN order. Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend: Register today for the marathon, half marathon, 5K, and youth races, taking place February 25–26, 2023. Use code ONTHERUN for 10% off your race registration! What you’ll get on this episode: How Ellie is feeling two months post-marathon (3:00) Ellie’s “movie moment” from the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon (7:05) How Ellie became a runner (10:55) What’s next for Ellie on the run? And how did she train for a marathon with a busy schedule and two young kids? (18:50) Why Ellie decided to run the New York City Marathon, and what her training was like (21:30) On getting recognized on the run (32:00) What Ellie listens to on the run (42:00) How Ellie was feeling as training ramped up (50:15) All about New York City Marathon race morning (55:50) Ellie breaks down every detail from her race (1:05:00) Ellie’s advice for aspiring marathoners (1:23:45) All about Ellie’s senior thesis (1:28:40) What surprised Ellie most about marathon training (1:33:00) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter Blog Strava SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!