46 min
Episode 194 -Like Old Times Rust Belt Running
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- Health & Fitness
Summary
In this episode, Adam and Andrew catch up and discuss various topics related to running. They talk about Adam's training for the Boston Marathon and how it feels different this time around. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Shohei Ohtani and gambling. The conversation shifts to the need for lower mileage in training and the potential risks of pushing too hard. They also reflect on the untimely death of Kelvin Kiptum and discuss Andrew's current running journey. In this conversation, Adam and Andrew discuss the importance of taking care of oneself, reevaluating goals, dealing with injuries, finding balance, and prioritizing mental health. They reflect on work-life balance, the need for a break, and the decision to seek therapy. They also discuss setting personal goals, embracing aging, and enjoying simple pleasures. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the sitcom Modern Family and looking ahead to future episodes.Takeaways
Training for a marathon can feel different each time, even if it's the same race.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on sports, including the Olympics.
There is a need for runners, both elite and recreational, to consider the risk-reward factor of high mileage training.
The untimely death of Calvin Kiptema highlights the importance of appreciating and celebrating athletes' accomplishments.
Each runner's journey is unique, and it's important to listen to your body and adjust training accordingly.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
02:06 Training for the Boston Marathon
03:33 Reflecting on the Past Year
06:02 Discussion on Shohei Ohtani and Gambling in Sports
09:25 The Future of Eliud Kipchoge's Career
11:10 The Need for Lower Mileage in Training
22:39Andrew's Running Journey
23:12Taking Care of Yourself
24:00Reevaluating Goals
25:17Dealing with Injuries
26:06Finding Balance
27:02Prioritizing Mental Health
28:14Reflecting on Work-Life Balance
30:18Seeking Therapy
31:16Setting Personal Goals
32:02Embracing Aging
33:25Enjoying Simple Pleasures
35:15Prioritizing Self-Care
36:31Feeling Old
40:41Getting Older
43:38Appreciating Modern Family
45:33Looking Ahead
Summary
In this episode, Adam and Andrew catch up and discuss various topics related to running. They talk about Adam's training for the Boston Marathon and how it feels different this time around. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Shohei Ohtani and gambling. The conversation shifts to the need for lower mileage in training and the potential risks of pushing too hard. They also reflect on the untimely death of Kelvin Kiptum and discuss Andrew's current running journey. In this conversation, Adam and Andrew discuss the importance of taking care of oneself, reevaluating goals, dealing with injuries, finding balance, and prioritizing mental health. They reflect on work-life balance, the need for a break, and the decision to seek therapy. They also discuss setting personal goals, embracing aging, and enjoying simple pleasures. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the sitcom Modern Family and looking ahead to future episodes.Takeaways
Training for a marathon can feel different each time, even if it's the same race.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on sports, including the Olympics.
There is a need for runners, both elite and recreational, to consider the risk-reward factor of high mileage training.
The untimely death of Calvin Kiptema highlights the importance of appreciating and celebrating athletes' accomplishments.
Each runner's journey is unique, and it's important to listen to your body and adjust training accordingly.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
02:06 Training for the Boston Marathon
03:33 Reflecting on the Past Year
06:02 Discussion on Shohei Ohtani and Gambling in Sports
09:25 The Future of Eliud Kipchoge's Career
11:10 The Need for Lower Mileage in Training
22:39Andrew's Running Journey
23:12Taking Care of Yourself
24:00Reevaluating Goals
25:17Dealing with Injuries
26:06Finding Balance
27:02Prioritizing Mental Health
28:14Reflecting on Work-Life Balance
30:18Seeking Therapy
31:16Setting Personal Goals
32:02Embracing Aging
33:25Enjoying Simple Pleasures
35:15Prioritizing Self-Care
36:31Feeling Old
40:41Getting Older
43:38Appreciating Modern Family
45:33Looking Ahead
46 min