CITIUS MAG Podcast with Chris Chavez CITIUS MAG Podcasts

"It's the dream to become one of the greatest athletes in the world. You don't just have to show it once. You have to keep on with consistency...When you look at 2019, the number of incredible athletes was average but now this year, we have so many really good guys that if you really want to be the best and win the gold medal, then everything has to go well with you. You have to be in the right shape, the right mood and the right mindset."

My guest for this episode is Joshua Cheptegei -  the world record holder in the 5,000 and 10,000 meters + the Olympic champion at 5000m and World champion at 10,000m. He just made his mark on the streets of New York City with a runner-up performance at the NYC Half. Thanks to everyone who tuned in and caught me on the broadcast for WABC, ESPN and New York Road Runners.

In this episode, we dive deep into Cheptegei's rise into the sport and how it’s uplifted other Ugandan athletes. We discuss his motivation, drive, and determination to continuously push his limits and set new records in the sport. Cheptegei shares with us his hopes and plans for the upcoming 2023 outdoor track season, as well as his eventual move up to the marathon. 

Sit back as we explore the mind of one of the greatest runners in the world right now.



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On this week’s show, we’re processing all of the big things that went down at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships – including 10 collegiate records set. The CITIUS MAG team was at New Balance Nationals and got a front-row seat to meeting the rising stars of tomorrow…some of which ran record-setting times that would be competitive at the NCAA and pro levels. We pay tribute to 1968 Olympic champion Dick Fosbury, who passed away at 76 years old. And yes, we’ll briefly address Tyreek Hill running the 60m at the USATF Masters Championships.

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OLIPOP is a prebiotic soda with only 2-5g of sugar that is actually good for your gut health. – and it's delicious. Use code CITIUS25 for 25% off non-subscription orders. Learn more at DrinkOlipop.com (click the link or use our promotional code for the discount)

NEW BALANCE: You push yourself to go the distance – get the gear that helps you get the job done. Our FuelCell SuperComp Elite v3 men’s running shoes are built for marathon runners who never let up. Get your pair at NewBalance.com starting Feb. 1.

VELOUS FOOTWEAR:  VELOUS is an active recovery footwear brand designed to help you restore, revive & Reenergize before and after you train. Two years in development, this team has created the world's most comfortable, supportive and lightweight active recovery shoe in the world. Get 20% off using code CitiusMag20.

VDOT Adaptive Trainer: VDOT offers access to the highest quality, Olympic-style training for runners of all levels—right from any mobile device. VDOT is offering 20% off their Adaptive Trainer using the code citius at checkout. Download V.O2 in the app stores or visit vdoto2.com.

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"You don't just take fourth at the World Championships randomly. I think I can be one of the best in the world if we continue to improve here. That's what the goal has basically become. It was a dream. Now it's a goal."

Cam Levins just smashed the Canadian record in the marathon for the second year in a row, clocking in at an astounding 2:05:36 at the Tokyo Marathon. And get this - that time also breaks the North American record that has stood since 2002. But it's not just the numbers that are impressive. Cam's journey to get here is equally inspiring.

At 33 years old, Cam is still pushing himself to new limits, now under the guidance of Jim Finlayson. We explore that relationship and how they connected.

We also talk about his training regimen going back to triples and double-threshold training. We dive into his mindset, self-belief and what drives him to keep pushing himself to be the best he can be.

Also, if Cam can get into that 2:05 range, what’s it gonna take to get an American at that level? Plus, Cam shares what race he’s got coming up next.

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OLIPOP is a prebiotic soda with only 2-5g of sugar that is actually good for your gut health. – and it's delicious. Use code CITIUS25 for 25% off non-subscription orders. Learn more at DrinkOlipop.com (click the link or use our promotional code for the discount)

NEW BALANCE: You push yourself to go the distance – get the gear that helps you get the job done. Our FuelCell SuperComp Elite v3 men’s running shoes are built for marathon runners who never let up. Get your pair at NewBalance.com starting Feb. 1.

VELOUS FOOTWEAR:  VELOUS is an active recovery footwear brand designed to help you restore, revive & Reenergize before and after you train. Two years in development, this team has created the world's most comfortable, supportive and lightweight active recovery shoe in the world. Get 20% off using code CitiusMag20.

VDOT Adaptive Trainer: VDOT offers access to the highest quality, Olympic-style training for runners of all levels—right from any mobile device. VDOT is offering 20% off their Adaptive Trainer using the code citius at checkout. Download V.O2 in the app stores or visit vdoto2.com.

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Chris Chavez and Kyle Merber chat with world record holder, Olympic champion and world champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone at the 2023 New Balance Nationals Indoors. We discuss her early roots in the sport, the evolution of the 400m hurdles, 2023 training, her thoughts on a return to the long jump and more.

We’re excited to partner with New Balance to be a part of this weekend’s festivities as the meet is held at The TRACK at New Balance for the first time. 

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OLIPOP is a prebiotic soda with only 2-5g of sugar that is actually good for your gut health. – and it's delicious. Use code CITIUS25 for 25% off non-subscription orders. Learn more at DrinkOlipop.com (click the link or use our promotional code for the discount)

NEW BALANCE: You push yourself to go the distance – get the gear that helps you get the job done. Our FuelCell SuperComp Elite v3 men’s running shoes are built for marathon runners who never let up. Get your pair at NewBalance.com starting Feb. 1.

VELOUS FOOTWEAR:  VELOUS is an active recovery footwear brand designed to help you restore, revive & Reenergize before and after you train. Two years in development, this team has created the world's most comfortable, supportive and lightweight active recovery shoe in the world. Get 20% off using code CitiusMag20.

VDOT Adaptive Trainer: VDOT offers access to the highest quality, Olympic-style training for runners of all levels—right from any mobile device. VDOT is offering 20% off their Adaptive Trainer using the code citius at checkout. Download V.O2 in the app stores or visit vdoto2.com.

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We kicked off our coverage at the 2023 New Balance Nationals by hanging out with 100m World Championship bronze medalist Trayvon Bromell and U.S. Indoor 1500m champion + fellow U.S. Olympian Heather McLean to reflect on their own high school careers. We also touched on their mindset practices before major competitions, track and field fashion, luxury watch sponsors, high school rivals and much more. We close it out by breaking down some of the most exciting high school athletes to watch and their events.

You can watch this conversation on the CITIUS MAG YouTube channel >> https://www.youtube.com/live/ntXr7lgwHcI?feature=share

We’re excited to partner with New Balance to be a part of this weekend’s festivities as the meet is held at The TRACK at New Balance for the first time. More than 5,000 of the nation’s best high school athletes will also be making the trip to Boston.

SUPPORT THE SPONSORS

OLIPOP is a prebiotic soda with only 2-5g of sugar that is actually good for your gut health. – and it's delicious. Use code CITIUS25 for 25% off non-subscription orders. Learn more at DrinkOlipop.com (click the link or use our promotional code for the discount)

NEW BALANCE: You push yourself to go the distance – get the gear that helps you get the job done. Our FuelCell SuperComp Elite v3 men’s running shoes are built for marathon runners who never let up. Get your pair at NewBalance.com starting Feb. 1.

VELOUS FOOTWEAR:  VELOUS is an active recovery footwear brand designed to help you restore, revive & Reenergize before and after you train. Two years in development, this team has created the world's most comfortable, supportive and lightweight active recovery shoe in the world. Get 20% off using code CitiusMag20.

VDOT Adaptive Trainer: VDOT offers access to the highest quality, Olympic-style training for runners of all levels—right from any mobile device. VDOT is offering 20% off their Adaptive Trainer using the code citius at checkout. Download V.O2 in the app stores or visit vdoto2.com.

HOW TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST

🎙️ Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

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The 2023 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships return to the Albuquerque Convention Center for the first time since teams arrived in New Mexico in March 2020 before the meet was canceled due to the coronavirus. The meet will be held on March 10-11. Live coverage of the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships will be available with a subscription to ESPN+. 

In this episode of the podcast, Katelyn Hutchison and Isaac Wood join Chris Chavez to break down all of the sprint and distance races being held. There is no shortage of star power at this meet with Katelyn Tuohy, Talitha Diggs, Elija Godwin, Julien Alfred, Anass Essayi, Jasmine Moore and others set to compete. 

SUPPORT THE SPONSORS

OLIPOP is a prebiotic soda with only 2-5g of sugar that is actually good for your gut health. – and it's delicious. Use code CITIUS25 for 25% off non-subscription orders. Learn more at DrinkOlipop.com (click the link or use our promotional code for the discount)

NEW BALANCE: You push yourself to go the distance – get the gear that helps you get the job done. Our FuelCell SuperComp Elite v3 men’s running shoes are built for marathon runners who never let up. Get your pair at NewBalance.com starting Feb. 1.

VELOUS FOOTWEAR:  VELOUS is an active recovery footwear brand designed to help you restore, revive & Reenergize before and after you train. Two years in development, this team has created the world's most comfortable, supportive and lightweight active recovery shoe in the world. Get 20% off using code CitiusMag20.

VDOT Adaptive Trainer: VDOT offers access to the highest quality, Olympic-style training for runners of all levels—right from any mobile device. VDOT is offering 20% off their Adaptive Trainer using the code citius at checkout. Download V.O2 in the app stores or visit vdoto2.com.

HOW TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST

🎙️ Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

💵 Pledge any dollar amount to us on Patreon.com/CITIUSMAG or Hit us on Venmo @CITIUSMAG

🎥 Subscribe to the CITIUS MAG YouTube channel