The Drop

This is a super special episode of The Drop, as Thomas and Meaghan interview the dynamic duo of Deena and Andrew Kastor. Deena won bronze in the marathon distance at the 2004 Olympic Games and held the American women's record in the distance from 2006 to 2022. Andrew is the head coach of the Mammoth Track Club and also coaches Meg and Thomas! We talk about everything from training to nutrition to marriage and have a lot of fun in the process.

We may never achieve the same level of fame as the Star Wars kid, but we're doing our best. If you like mindless entertainment, then you'll enjoy this episode as we cover Thomas's latest Instagram purchase for Meg, right before recapping some of our favorite Olympic moments. Then we dive into the Brooks Ghost Max 2.
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Professional skier Drew Petersen had everything he could want in life, but inside, he was falling apart. He finally found help and turned his life around and has committed himself to helping others do the same. This was a really great talk about mental health, the struggles that many of us deal with, and the light that comes when we realize we're not alone and asking for help is not a weakness. Along the way, Drew found ultrarunning and he will be running his hometown race– the Leadville 100– this August, while releasing his documentary Feel it All at the sound of the starting gun.
To watch the trailer for Feel It All, purchase a hat, or learn more about the Feel It All events tour, please visit https://drew-petersen.com/feelitall

Summer GRIT has officially come to a close, so we highlight some of the top performances from this year's participants. We also talk about our own summer running, which we're kind of over with at this point. Also, a hotel that recreates sound machine environments should probably be a thing if someone wants to do that. We also talk about the New Balance SC Trainer v3, a plated super trainer that is both similar and different to the versions before.

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This week Thomas talks with Ted Metellus, NYRR's Senior Vice President of Events and Race Director of the TCS New York City Marathon.

The Olympics start tonight and we're ready for all the action (especially since we'll be there in a week and a half). But first, we discuss all the important things– drinking hotel tap water, conjuring up Bloody Mary, and gambling in Niagara Falls. Also, our thoughts on the Nike Pegasus Plus.

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INDEX

11:02 Hotel sink water

30:05 Our fall marathon

53:24 Paris plans

1:00:00 GRIT Update

1:08:21 Nike Pegasus Plus

A walking encyclopedia of run knowledge, Joe Rubio is the co-founder of Running Warehouse, our go-to place for all things running shoes and gear. We were out in California recently and stopped by their warehouse for a rare, in-studio interview. We cover a wide range of topics, from youth run culture to running shoe history to hot takes on various running shoe brands. Such a good time, hope you enjoy. Shop at Running Warehouse for all your shoe needs ➡ https://bit.ly/RUNNING-WAREHOUSE

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We're halfway through GRIT and things seem to be getting hotter, including our takes on some things running and everything else. Speaking of hot, we test out some hot sauces on this week's episode of the shoe, and also reveal the location of the world's best urinal. After all that, we'll give our thoughts on the Hoka Mach X 2.

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INDEX

00:01 - Intro

05:37 - SLO Recap

24:48 - Waterfall urinal

37:14 - Dirt circus

54:07 - Hot sauce flavor test

1:04:14 - Hoka Mach X 2

On this episode of The Drop, we talk with sport psychologist Emily Saul about a wide range of subjects, from race day mental prep to overcoming obstacles we put on ourselves.

Follow Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilysaulboston/

We're back with the randomness, from shark attacks to Goodwill drops to Travis Barker and more. We also recap week one of Summer GRIT before diving into two new shoes, the New Balance More v5 and the Topo Athletic Specter 2.

The Adidas Ultraboost is a legend, and legends never die. The newest edition is coming soon, and Thomas and Robbe talk with Simon Lockett about the newest updates, what it's like to manage such an important model, and how to market a shoe to different regions of the world.

We're all back together! The gang recaps their time at Western States and the incredible Summer GRIT kickoff party.

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Live from Western States, Thomas chats with Tim Tollefson of Freetrail, ultrarunner and legend in both the road running and trail space. We talk about the race, reflecting on struggles and challenges and opportunities, and the state of running in general. Subscribe to The Drop weekly email💧 ➡ http://bit.ly/THEDROP Listen to The Drop weekly podcast, wherever you get your podcasts, or here ➡ https://bit.ly/THE-DROP-PODCAST

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Unsurprisingly, it's been a whirlwind of a week as half the team heads out to the Broken Arrow Sky Race in Olympic Valley, while Meg went for it at the Women's Classic 5K here in Baltimore. Also, the Asics Superblast 2 came in for testing, so we give our first thoughts on what may be the most anticipated shoe of 2024.

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INDEX

00:00 Intro

05:12 Broken Arrow Sky Race Recap

52:58 Meg's 5K Recap

1:04:47 Trials Talk

1:10:11 Asics Superblast 2

One of our most requested guests is finally here. Meet the man who kickstarted the hybrid athlete movement and also ran a blistering 2:39 at CIM this past December– Nick Bare. We talk about growing up in Pennsylvania, race day excuses, going all-in on your vision, his roots and journey as a hybrid athlete, parenthood, and more.

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Nothing gets you into summer shape like running in the swampy soup of Florida. Robbe tries not to die while Thomas and Meaghan recap the first Move Your Mind stop on the Asics tour in New York City. We also talk about our experiences in the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3, a carbon-plated race day shoe found on the feet of some of the top runners at the Olympic Marathon Trials. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

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INDEX 00:00 Intro 52:00 Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3

Thomas chats with Moe Lauchert, a photographer who worked on projects with Norda, Satsify, and Lululemon. Follow Moe on Instagram: @mlauchert

There's been a lot of running going on around here, from Global Running Day to run retreats to prepping for Broken Arrow with Salomon (where you all should hang out with us). We talk everything from CBN to fireworks to sprint car racing, so there's something weird for everyone. We also cover the surprisingly great Adidas Adizero SL 2 and a super secret and special Hoka trail shoe that we'll be wearing for our Western States watching. We're at Broken Arrow with Salomon in ONE WEEK! Don't miss out on the action, here are the details, these events are FREE for everyone: Thursday, June 20 4pm-6pm | Salomon Trail Shoe Demo & Shakeout Run Salomon/KT Sundeck Vendor Village Friday, June 21 5pm-6pm | Salomon Trail Shoe Demo & Shakeout Run + FREE BUCKET HAT GIVEAWAY Salomon/KT Sundeck Vendor Village Sunday, June 23 7am-8:30am | Salomon Trail Shoe Demo & Believe in the Run Golden Trail Series Cheer Squad with @tfneuberger & @normcorerunner SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

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Becs Gentry is a peloton instructor, 2:32 marathoner, a mom, and an all-around amazing human. We first spoke with Becs on her podcast, Set the Pace, and immediately knew we wanted to hear more. Originally from London, Becs now lives in New York City teaching tread, strength and rowing classes. In this episode, we chat all about growing up in the UK, her time with Nike, running in the Olympic Marathon Trials and how she ended up at Peloton.

We shed our shells in this episode and go really deep into nut talk (don't ask) and why there needs to be a roast of runners. We also cover some key Strava stats that show the running surge in real numbers, recap Meg's win at the Baltimore 10 Miler, and finally get around to talking about the Asics Magic Speed 4. Snag the Robbe Raccoon Signature Legionnaire: https://shop.believeintherun.com/ Check out KapiK1 Coffee: https://kapik1.us/ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Cheribundi Tart Cherries are the most antioxidant rich superfruit & also the only superfruit to contain a natural melatonin. Experience the benefits of tart cherry juice and save 20% with code THEDROP ➡ https://cheribundi.com/ LMNT The best hydration supplement out there. Now with all-new sparkling cans! Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ ⁠http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop⁠ Salomon Golden Trail Series Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/

Keeping cool is key in the summer months and your running hat has a lot to do with it. Robbe talks to Matt Niutta, founder of Fractel, an Australian-based headwear brand looking to make the best products for runners. One of those products is the Fractel x BITR Robbe Raccoon Signature Legionnaire (available now!). This is more of a fireside chat than a business talk, mostly because Robbe is primarily concerned with the state of Australian wildlife, so stick around for that sort of stuff.
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The gang tries to acclimate to rising temps which can only mean one thing - it's Legion season and Robbe has a custom Fractel hat coming out on Monday. We also get a little deep and discuss our 'whys' of running, but the tangents are as weird as always. Finally, we chat about the new On Cloudrunner 2, which may or may not be your best stability option.

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After a late start to running, Los Angeles math teacher Bobby Imamura became hooked on marathons, just like the rest of us. But at one point, he wasn't sure why. Until he started running with ALS (formerly known as Lou Gherig's disease) athletes, and seeing their goals become his own. Along the way, with the support of Tata Consultancy Services, they nearly broke the world record for running a marathon with a wheelchair while making an impact on all those around him. In April, Bobby finished the London Marathon for his sixth and final star of the Abbott World Marathon Majors.
Watch Bobby's documentary on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JwaFDStDb0I

We're back from NYC after a weekend of running with New Balance at the Brooklyn Half. Don't worry, there's still a bunch of random talk and even a bit of trail racing. We also announce the opening of Summer GRIT registration!

Learn more and register for Summer GRIT at 9 a.m. ET on Memorial Day (5/27): https://believeintherun.com/grit

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Thomas chats with Ted Metellus (TCS New York City Marathon race director), Andrea Haus (Mill City Running), and Tyler Swartz (Endorphins Running) for a discussion about gear, run club culture, and the infamous "P" word - pace.

This episode was recorded live at Smack Mellon with New Balance during the RBC Brooklyn Half weekend.

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Ted: @ted_deluxe
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Tyler: @swartzcenter

We went mining on Threads to get some topics for this week's podcast and they hit hard on everything from running trends to race questions to... just kidding, it all went off the rails. Desert island foods, apple hype (the fruit, not the company), AI stand-ins, and more. Oh yeah, also the Nike Pegasus 41 is here.

INDEX

00:00 Intro

00:55 Desert island foods

09:26 Threads questions

23:20 Running trends

36:35 Max cushion backlash

44:20 Finding hatchets

47:15 Nike Pegasus 41

1:05:00 More coffee talk

1:07:20 Apples

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We've been running in Denmark-based Saysky for some time now, and their apparel and approach to the sport is top notch. In this episode, we talk to their founder about how he got started, his vision for the brand, and what running culture means to him.

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We're back in the regular swing of things, which means more random talk about our everyday lives, which actually includes running. Speaking of running, we're giving away two free guaranteed entries into the 2024 Berlin Marathon, thanks to our friends at Near Earth! They make the best running socks on earth, and now they're giving you an entry to one of the best races on the planet as well. We also cover the all-new Mizuno Neo Vista, which may end up being one of our favorite shoes so far this year.

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INDEX 00:00 Intro 13:50 Games and stuff 17:29 Jawz the Revenge 32:50 Met gala 41:50 Netflix & shows 47:54 Trigger warnings 54:02 Mizuno Neo Vista

Photographer first, small business owner second, Christian Brecheis founded Near Earth socks in the middle of the pandemic. Engineered in Germany and made in Europe with premium knits using 100% renewable energy, the socks are designed for the optimal running performance. We get an inside look at what it takes to do that and hear about his business and running journey along the way. Check out Near Earth: https://nearearth.run/en-us

Follow Christian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christianbrecheis/

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We're finally back home in the good ol' U.S. of A, but our journey to Europe was worth it. The team recounts their days in Italy at the Diadora event before giving a full recap of a few days spent at Adidas HQ in Germany for the fourth annual "Road to Records" event. It was a long and winding road, but the future of running is bright and we were glad to witness it firsthand.

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Completing a circuit of all the Domino's Pizza in Eugene during one run may be her coolest feat, but Emily Halnon also holds the overall FKT on the 460-mile Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) which is certainly the most impressive. Her upcoming book, "To The Gorge," explores that week-long journey and her reflections on the death of her mother after a battle with uterine cancer. Learn more about Emily and pre-order her book here: https://www.emilyhalnon.com/

We made it to Italy but our luggage didn't, so we were missing some podcast mics for this episode. Nevertheless, we worked with what we had. Live from a hotel room in Venice, the gang recaps their journey and first day in the city, as they headed over to check out the newest technology and product from Diadora as they unveiled it all at Venice’s famed Arsenale, with an emphasis on Italian craftsmanship and the cultural influence of Venice on sports and footwear. We also got a glimpse into our latest Olympic innovations and a chance to talk to leadership about the future of the brand. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Lagoon Pillows Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows. We do. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ ⁠⁠lagoonsleep.com/believe⁠⁠ Salomon Golden Trail Series Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ LMNT Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ ⁠http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop⁠ Saysky Running Check out the all-new Flow Collection and save on your next order by using code DROP15 at checkout ➡ ⁠⁠https://saysky.com/⁠

Our favorite PT is back for round two! In this episode, we cover a bunch of the PT questions you had last time but we didn't get to answer, as well as some new ones, including Achilles injuries, plantar fasciitis, strengthening the pelvic floor, and more. Dr. Annie Neurohr is a lifelong runner and physical therapist at Sinai Running Rehabilitation Program here in Baltimore.
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We almost split this into two podcasts, but instead, you get the whole rundown in one shot (for better or for worse). We went up to Boston, we had an absolute blast with our New Balance group run and meet and greet on Friday, and Saturday our mind-blowing Asics run and cap giveaway on Sunday, and of course– the crown jewel of running, the 128th Boston Marathon, thanks to Adidas. There were moments of pure joy and others of slight regret. It all came together for an unforgettable weekend that we'd do a hundred times over if we could. Thank you to everyone showed up and said hello during the race, and who made this weekend a true success. You are the reason we do this and can keep doing this, and you're more of an inspiration than you know.

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Few brands truly embrace the idea of sustainability, but Veja practices what they preach from beginning to end. Jean Pourrat is the sports manager for the French brand and worked on the development of the all-new Condor 3. We go into all the details of Veja, their mission, and how they made a shoe that seamlessly blends performance and style.

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The people wanted more Costco content via Wide Foot Jarrett and they're getting it in this episode of The Drop. So grab a dollar dog and settle in for a wild ride as we recap the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile race, give our first thoughts on the Hoka Skyward X, get hyped for Boston, and go completely sideways with everything else.
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One of our first podcast guests ever is back on The Drop after almost four years away. Lindsay is an Asics pro athlete and elite women's marathoner who recently finished 8th at the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. We get an inside look at her training, running high mileage, and what it's like living in Australia. Side note: she's also very good at trivia.

It's taper time for Boston and the gang is barely holding on. Illness, dislocated shoulders, and panic attacks- we can barely fit it all in. Special guest Jarrett joins us this week to talk about his apple cider basicness and getting shamed by Patient First doctors, Thomas needs to the hype of Chipotle to come back, and Meg tries her best to keep Dune out of the conversation. We also have special guest check-ins thanks to our friend Lin who stopped by HQ. Last but not least, we talk about the On Cloudmonster Hyper.

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INDEX

00:00 Intro

11:30 Robbe's running

19:27 Panic attacks

27:23 Thomas training

43:48 Meg's training

45:50 Cider and stuff

50:33 The Future

53:11 Jarrett gets shamed

1:03:15 Boston Events

1:09:11 Counting marathons

1:15:08 On Cloudmonster Hyper

1:15:20 But first, Chipotle

1:22:18 On Cloudmonster Hyper Cont.

On this episode, we sit down with 2:39 marathoner, running coach and host of the wildly popular Strength Running Podcast, Jason Fitzgerald. We chat about his entrance into running, becoming a coach and some of the best strength training tips for runners.
Follow Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonfitz1/

We go Maryland muddin' as Robbe recaps the HAT 50K this past weekend (no ankles were harmed!). Then, we talk about Thomas and Meg's training while diving into the Diadora Frequenza, Dune spoilers, and the Barkley Marathons.

INDEX
00:00 Intro
07:42 Robbe's 50K recap
48:10 Thomas training
50:48 Diadora Frequenza
54:38 Thomas pt. 2
59:33 Barkley Marathons
1:04:15 Boston Events & Polls
1:06:10 Smashing cars
1:09:32 Horror movies
1:11:54 Dune analysis

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ROBBE'S 50K Gear List
Gorewear Concurve Jacket: https://bit.ly/3xcNjeH
Janji Rainrunner Jacket: https://bit.ly/3PHwyhQ
Patagonia Slope Trail Runner Vest: https://bit.ly/3wJ0Kmo
Topo Athletic MTN Racer 3: https://bit.ly/3TYCsOs
Nike Ultrafly: https://bit.ly/3IUPZjy
Satisfy Cloud Merino LS: https://bit.ly/49eYO2j
Swiftwick Elite XT Merino Sock: https://alnk.to/cHMotSA
Paka Performance 3/4 Crew Sock: https://alnk.to/8iTrXwv
Ultimate Direction Flip Glove: https://alnk.to/g3aN8dT
Coros Apex 2 Pro: https://alnk.to/apSxK8J

It's looking like an infirmary at the BITR offices, with popped shoulders and illness and stress fractures. We'll be okay. Tune in to hear about Meg's journey to the West Coast to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Joan Benoit-Samuelson's 1984 Olympic gold with Nike. Then stick around for a recount of Thomas and Robbe's long run adventures from this past weekend. We also cover two brand-new shoes: the TYR Valkyrie Elite Carbon and Mount to Coast R1. Susan's Cookies: https://www.instagram.com/sjmeier2/ Our Favorite Water Bottles Hydrapak Skyflask 500ml: https://bit.ly/3P56n4k Nathan Speeddraw: https://bit.ly/493T7nG

INDEX

00:00 Intro

07:29 Meg's West Coast Trip

22:12 Shirt nostalgia

29:07 Long Run Adventures

57:24 Favorite water bottles

1:05:35 Poll results

1:12:40 Meg's Instagram Stuff

1:17:05 TYR Valkyrie Elite Carbon

1:20:32 Mount to Coast R1

From living on a submarine in the Navy to running ultras across the Atacama in Chile, Rob Perez has been to all ends of the extremes. We talk about his journey as a runner, run culture in D.C. and beyond, and what it's like as a content creator in 2024.
Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.oh.bee/

Thomas and Meaghan test the legs out at the Annapolis Half Marathon, Robbe finds a money trap in Florida, and we need all of you to write you local congressperson and get the laws on raccoon ownership changed. We also discuss the newly unveiled 2024 Boston Marathon medal.

Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon: https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ This is episode is sponsored by LMNT. We use it to rehydrate after all our hard efforts and it is hands down the best hydration and recovery mix out there. With hot weather around the corner, nothing beats the salty-yet-refreshing taste of Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, or Citrus Lime. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop

INDEX 00:01 Intro 01:00 St. Paddy's Day 12:00 Yuki world record 24:45 Raccoon ownership 31:50 Florida adventures 45:09 Annapols Half Recap 1:03:51 Boston Marathon medal 1:12:00 Shoe choices 1:21:06 Hangover cure

Another legend from Chicago, Eric Floberg is a videographer, photographer, YouTuber, and Instagram creator producing some of the highest quality run content out there. He's also on a journey to drop his marathon time from 4:00 to 2:35. We had a great conversation about all things running and life.
Follow Eric on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flobergruns
Follow Eric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floberg.runs/

In this episode of The Drop, we talk about how it all began for all three of us, but before that we get a crystal clear perspective on some running gold. We also talk about Meg's past life as a baller flying on private planes, before talking about the Hylo Athletics Impact, a shoe designed with utmost sustainability in mind. Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon: https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ This is episode is sponsored by LMNT. We use it to rehydrate after all our hard efforts and it is hands down the best hydration and recovery mix out there. With hot weather around the corner, nothing beats the salty-yet-refreshing taste of Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, or Citrus Lime. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop INDEX 00:01 Intro 08:05 Ember Gift 12:30 Private jets 16:12 Happy birthday 18:48 Thomas origin story 23:00 Robbe origin story 28:18 Meg's origin story 53:29 Feathers shout-out 1:03:48 Nature probz 1:09:45 Hylo Athletics Impact

If you listen to the podcast, you already know. We were going hard in the paint for the Kevin Salvano during the Olympic Marathon Trials and while it may not have been his day, he went full send and that's all that matters. Find out how he got to the Trials in the first place and what it's like to "quit running" and then run a 2:16 for your first marathon.

Meg and Thomas return from Charleston and Thomas comes back with an accent that linguistically lands somewhere between Colonel Sanders and eastern European. We also get into some edge-of-the-seat commentary on produce storage, Godzilla, and running updates as we train for Boston. We also give our thoughts on the Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris and Edge Paris, which are the best race day shoes Asics has ever put out. Here's the chicken/fox/corn riddle: https://www.mathsisfun.com/chicken_crossing_solution.html Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon: https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ This is episode is sponsored by LMNT. We use it to rehydrate after all our hard efforts and it is hands down the best hydration and recovery mix out there. With hot weather around the corner, nothing beats the salty-yet-refreshing taste of Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, or Citrus Lime. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop INDEX 00:01 Intro 2:13 South Carolina 06:34 Godzilla 14:07 Thomas running 20:00 Beyonce 24:04 Rose city 39:00 Robbe running 53:06 Asics Metaspeed Sky/Edge Paris 1:07:10 Jawzrsize update

Repping that northern attitude out in the wilds of New Hampshire, Ben True is a decorated runner across various distances who took 7th place in the 2021 New York City Marathon in his first race at that distance. He currently runs Northwood Athletics, a grassroots effor to grow the next national running hub for all distances, all surfaces, and all abilities. We had a great conversation about his career, training solo, and why the East Coast has our hearts on lock.
Learn more about Northwoods: https://www.northwoodsathletics.com/
Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjtrue/

We go where other podcasts don't dare to go. Mainly because other podcasters aren't finding copius amounts of watter bottles filled with urine on their runs and talking about it. We also talk about our running, our fears, our favorite shows right now, and the Hoka Mach 6 - a lightweight, fun, and more durable trainer that Hoka fans will/should/probably love. Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon: https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ This is episode is sponsored by LMNT. We use it to rehydrate after all our hard efforts and it is hands down the best hydration and recovery mix out there. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes.