ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Fall marathon season is in full swing, which means long runs, unpredictable weather, and trying to balance training with everything else going on in life. This week, the Karen talks about surviving a brutal Chicago 20-miler in the rain and wind and the trio chat about how to approach key workouts when the weather isn’t cooperating and when it makes more sense to adjust a training plan.
Rachel also has some exciting news: she's officially walk-running again! She shares about her return to running after injury, the nerves that come with starting over, and why even a few minutes of jogging can feel like a huge milestone. They also discuss Keely Hodgkinson’s speed suit from Athlos: London and whether this could be the future of racing kits.
Today's episode also covers breaking 3:00 at the Chicago Marathon, fueling, getting to the start line, and what to do when bad weather gets in the way of marathon training. Karen, Megan, and Rachel also answer a listener question about getting out of a running slump while planning a wedding, how to keep running fun without a race on the calendar, and some simple strategies for becoming more of a morning runner.
Plus: wedding-weekend runs and how to find the right balance between running and everything else life throws at you.
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Rachel: Studio Fleece Midweight High-Rise Oversized Cuffed Pants
Megan: Nike Free Metcon 7
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