Best Chris McClung Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #358: Building the Confidence to Chase Big Goals with Listener Maeson 1:21:37

1h ago1:21:37

1:21:37

Another listener - Maeson - joins the show to get coaching on chasing her big goal to qualify for the Boston Marathon. She has the confidence to dream big, but that confidence can often shrink on the starting line. In this conversation, we help her refine her "why" for the big goal and then discuss the tactics to get there including discussions on …

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Episode #357: Seeing the Forest, not the Trees 53:32

3d ago53:32

53:32

This episode was inspired by many recent chats with athletes and listeners. Often, we get too focused on the minutia, on the little details, without keeping track of the big picture in training. In this episode, I give you 7 things to consider in order to keep your eyes on the forest, so you don't smash into a tree! This one will also help you keep…

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High Gear Podcast LIVE: Your New/Return Customer Ratios GREATLY Affect Your Marketing Spend! 26:28

21h ago26:28

26:28

In this episode, hosts Thomas Hays and Ryan Burton delve into the critical difference between new and return customer ratios and their implications for business success. They discuss the importance of understanding customer retention, the challenges many shop owners face in tracking these metrics, and the strategies that can be employed to enhance …

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2.37. The Nemesis Episode 1:08:46

2h ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Oh my... where do we start with this episode goodness?!? The highlight of this episode is the long-awaited podcast face-off between Des and her arch-nemesis Dakotah Popehn, nee Lindwurm. They trash talk with all of the intensity of two cats playing with a furry ball before licking each other clean. Combine that with Kara's Minnesota accent showing …

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Episode #356: Can I get Sub 4:00? with Listener April 1:19:00

18m ago1:19:00

1:19:00

Thank you to everyone for the warm welcome back to podcasting! It's been validating to hear the response. We are back today with a conversation with listener April from Michigan. She is a mom of 3 who is trying to break 4 hours in the marathon. She has great questions about the path forward to do that, and along the way, we start dreaming even bigg…

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Episode #355: The Re-Introduction Episode + Tips on Boston Training 1:14:08

6d ago1:14:08

1:14:08

Hey everyone... we are back after a long hiatus! I needed a break over the summer that turned into a longer break than anticipated, but I always knew I would be back. Thank you for your patience with me and thank you to everyone who asked how I was doing. In this episode, you get two parts. Part 1 is a re-introduction of me, who I am, and what I be…

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2.36: Freshy Fresh from the NYC Finish Line 1:00:37

9d ago1:00:37

1:00:37

First of all, we have to give a massive shout-out to TCS for hosting the Freshy Fresh in their space, right behind the NYC Marathon finish line. They were amazing hosts and also amazing title sponsors for the race, contributing to all of the vibes of the day. We also love how they are using technology to upgrade the runner, the spectator, and the a…

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2.35. Live from NYC 2024! 53:47

1M ago53:47

53:47

Live from the Brooks Hyperion House in NYC... it's Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara! For those running on Sunday (tomorrow), we highly recommend you listen today or on your way to the start. This one is jammed with tips to get your mind and body ready for this NYC Marathon course. Plus, you get some bonus content on Halloween costumes vs. NYC fashio…

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2.34. Chicago Marathon Recap (or Rampage?) 1:11:31

27d ago1:11:31

1:11:31

We are posting this early because we know you need some fun and feisty content for your weekend long runs. This one is all about Chicago, and Kara promises that it could be a rampage discussing the new world record set by Ruth Chepngetich. Is it or is it not? You be the judge, but we can promise the discussion will be different than you think. This…

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2.33. Live from Chicago 2024! 1:00:12

1M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

[New album cover alert!] Another year, another live podcast from Chicago, and this one was even bigger with 250+ in attendance! This episode has everything you would want from a live podcast including a completely-unplanned, surprise guest, who turned Kara into a little bit of an awkward mess ;). The show starts with some life and travel updates. D…

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2.32. The Deep Breath Episode 1:16:43

2M ago1:16:43

1:16:43

Wow, there were a lot of emotions and opinions coming out of last week's episode, and we appreciated them all, mostly. Some of the internet haters get a little too excited, but we know that comes with the territory. Well, today... we get to take a deep breath and enjoy this new episode. No controversies to be seen in this one *wink wink*. Des and K…

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2.31. The Boston Kerfuffle 1:17:48

2M ago1:17:48

1:17:48

This episode features a reluctant guest to talk about the recent changes to the Boston qualifying standards announced by the BAA last week. Yes, Kara dragged me (your editor who is also a running coach) kicking and screaming into this one! We start with some life updates from Kara and Des. Kara shares that she and Adam recently celebrated their 23r…

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2.30. Out with the Old, in with the New… MERCH! 1:16:59

2M ago1:16:59

1:16:59

This episode is a sneaky one. It seems like everything is business as usual… and then suddenly… BOOM… fireworks! Don’t worry though, everyone still has all their fingers. Listen carefully though because there are fun revelations sprinkled throughout. At the start, Kara gives us a Colt and house update, where she reveals the one item that she is lik…

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2.29. Life Updates from Des and Kara 1:08:06

3M ago1:08:06

1:08:06

You might have been looking for this episode last week, but things got a little crazy, particularly for Kara. She fills you in on all of the scary details that put Colt in the hospital for nearly a week. He is recovering well and at home now, but it was touch-and-go for a little bit as he ended up with a fluke infection in his chest. In the meantim…

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2.28. The Elephant and Humble Pie, Your Final Olympics Recap 1:36:44

3M ago1:36:44

1:36:44

The mood was spicy for this one, fueled by Olipop and post-Olympics sleep deprivation and jetlag! The result is yet another banger episode from Des and Kara. This one starts with some fun behind-the-scenes intel on the Olympic Village and why athletes might choose to stay outside of it. Then, they very thoroughly address THE elephant in the room, g…

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2.27. Freshy Fresh from Paris, the Joy of Track Day Seven 1:01:03

4M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

First, we have to thank a special sponsor Ketone-IQ for helping to make these Olympic episodes possible. Save 30% on your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/NOBODYASKED. Thank you also to our other sponsors for this episode - presenting sponsor Brooks Running and Super Coffee - for their support …

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2.26. Freshy Fresh from Paris, Coming from Nowhere on Track Day Six 1:02:11

3M ago1:02:11

1:02:11

First, we have to thank a special sponsor Ketone-IQ for helping to make these Olympic episodes possible. Save 30% on your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/NOBODYASKED. Thank you also to our other sponsors - presenting sponsor Brooks Running and Olipop - for their support for these episodes in P…

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2.25. Freshy Fresh from Paris, a S-Hocker on Track Day Five! 36:33

3M ago36:33

36:33

First of all, we have to thank a special sponsor Ketone-IQ for helping to make these Olympic episodes possible. Save 30% on your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/NOBODYASKED. Thank you also to our other sponsors - presenting sponsor Brooks Running and Olipop - for their support for these episod…

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2.24. Freshy Fresh from Paris, the Drama of Track Day Four 1:09:53

4M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

First of all, we have to thank a special sponsor Ketone-IQ for helping to make these Olympic episodes possible. Save 30% on your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/NOBODYASKED. Thank you also to our other sponsors - presenting sponsor Brooks Running and Olipop - for their support for these episod…

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2.23. Freshy Fresh from Paris, Quick Hits from Track Day Three 20:40

4M ago20:40

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First of all, we have to thank a special sponsor Ketone-IQ for helping make these Olympic episodes possible. Save 30% on your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/NOBODYASKED. Thank you also to our other sponsors - presenting sponsor Brooks Running and Olipop - for their support for these episodes …

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2.22: Freshy Fresh from Paris, Track Day Two (aka the Doink Episode) 54:52

3M ago54:52

54:52

Thank you to a special sponsor Ketone-IQ for helping to make these Olympic episodes possible. Save 30% on your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/NOBODYASKED. Thank you also to our other sponsors - presenting sponsor Brooks Running and Olipop - for their support for these episodes in Paris. As us…

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2.21. Freshy Fresh from Paris, the Emotion of Track Day One! 52:58

3M ago52:58

52:58

First of all, we have to thank a special sponsor Ketone-IQ for helping make these Olympic episodes possible. Save 30% on your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/NOBODYASKED. Thank you also to our other sponsors - presenting sponsor Brooks Running and Olipop for their support for these episodes in…

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2.20. The Friendship Episode 1:12:17

4M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

Editor's note: Des and Kara will blame me for this episode, while I would like to take credit. You be the judge! The overview of this episode is pretty straightforward. Des and Kara catch up on their lives as usual... they preview a few Olympic events... they answer some questions from a friendship/partner Q&A and then finish with another Olipop To…

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2.19. The Birthday Girl Episode 1:36:36

4M ago1:36:36

1:36:36

Is it your birthday, girl? 'Cause you lookin' like a present Is it your birthday, girl? Let's celebrate it Is it your birthday, girl? Make a wish, 11:11 Is it your birthday, girl? Let's celebrate it.- Lizzo It's Kara's birthday, and of course we are celebrating with this latest episode of Nobody Asked Us presented by Brooks Running. There are so ma…

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2.18. Live from the Oly Trials in Eugene (aka the Pontooncast!) 58:40

5M ago58:40

58:40

Note: there is a little bit of background noise on the audio for this episode, but it goes away after 3 minutes and 5 seconds. This episode is being posted from producer Chris's vacation so forgive the brevity of the show notes! Des and Kara recorded this on Saturday morning in Eugene, live from the Runnerspace House. And yes... they did it from a …

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2.17. The Freshy Fresh Oly Trials (First Half) Recap Episode 1:36:41

5M ago1:36:41

1:36:41

It's a rest day in Eugene, but Des and Kara aren't resting. They droppin' this freshy fresh recap episode like it's oh so hot. The Gs know what we talkin' about... Now, button up your pastel polos because this episode has a little bit of everything, including all of the laughs you expect and insights you can't get anywhere else. Kara starts with a …

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Episode #354: The Balance Episode 1:01:56

5M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

In this one, we are going to talk about how to achieve BALANCE in your running in two different ways. a. How do you balance running and life? I give you 5 thoughts on how to find time for training while balancing work, family, and relationships. b. How do you balance finding the edge in performance with overall health? I give you 5 thoughts on how …

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2.16. Bonus NCAA Champs Recap + Oly Trials Preview! 1:19:13

5M ago1:19:13

1:19:13

If you think this will be a typical recap + preview show, then you don't know Des and Kara well enough! Yes, you get event recaps from the NCAA Track and Field Championships, and you get race previews from 800m to 10000m for the Olympic Trials, including all of their reactions and sleeper picks. But... you also get another Kara Goucher sliding-door…

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Episode #353: Listener Questions on Heat, Race Timing, Managing Injury and More 51:17

6M ago51:17

51:17

I am back after an unplanned hiatus with some great listener questions. Check it out and email me with more questions or show ideas - chris@roguerunning.com. Plus, consider joining the virtual group with me at roguerunning.com. To read the blog mentioned in this episode: https://www.drstacysims.com/blog/what-women-need-to-do-instead-of-zone-2 To re…

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2.15. The Justice Episode 1:17:51

5M ago1:17:51

1:17:51

Prosecutors and YouTube subscribers take note: Des and Kara allegedly recorded this episode in the same hoodies that they would wear to conceal their identities during a future crime. If you are watching the security cam video, Des is the one in the "nice" hoodie. What would be their crime you ask??? I don't know... maybe they could steal the job o…

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2.14. Appealing to Reason 1:16:52

6M ago1:16:52

1:16:52

What is Beethoven's favorite fruit? Ba-na-na-naaa. (Insert the music from Beethoven's Symphony No. 5). We need the dramatic music for this one as Des and Kara dive deep into some serious topics, as only they can. Ba-na-na-naaa. Des and Kara talk about the misplaced anger against the BAA over Buzunesh Deba's unpaid prize money. Ba-na-na-naaa. Des an…

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2.13. The Third Wheel 1:19:07

6M ago1:19:07

1:19:07

"The suspense is terrible. I hope it'll last." - Willy Wonka. Sadly (or happily?) it didn't last... In this episode, you learn a little bit more about me (the podcast editor and show-notes writer) and what it's like to be a third wheel to two of the best to ever do it. Mine is the wobbly wheel to be sure. You learn about how my role in this project…

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Episode #352: 5 Tips to Run Your Best Fall Race! 52:30

7M ago52:30

52:30

It's that time of year again. Your spring race may have just finished, and it's time to think about what's next. Are you doing Berlin, Chicago, NYC or perhaps a fall half?!? In this episode, I give you 5 tips to get the most from your next training cycle. With each tip, you also get the common pitfalls to avoid from my experience as a coach. Do thi…

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2.12. Taylor & Boston & Uniforms, Oh My! 1:11:40

7M ago1:11:40

1:11:40

Yes, it's been a long fortnight since the last Nobody Asked Us episode, but Taylor needed the space and so did we. This episode starts innocently enough with an off-the-rails intro and then Des and Kara reveal the clandestine use of four contest words in past episodes. Kara illicitly tried to throw you off on the last one, but one lucky winner stil…

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Episode #351: So Let's Talk about Boston... 41:48

7M ago41:48

41:48

I had an amazing weekend in Boston nearly two weeks ago. Whether running the marathon or not, there is always so much inspiration to go around on Boston Marathon weekend. In this episode, I give you 9 takeaways from my weekend of cheering/supporting which will inspire you regardless of whether your goal is to qualify for the race or not. Enjoy! To …

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2.11. The Freshy Fresh Boston Marathon 2024 Recap Episode 40:17

7M ago40:17

40:17

You asked for it, and you are getting it! Des and Kara recorded this freshy fresh Boston Marathon recap at 10:15 pm on Marathon Monday after just enough beers. The most important detail, perhaps, is that they shut down the bar at the end of this one. They were literally kicked out of the Sam Adams Taproom in downtown Boston to end the show, the per…

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2.10. Behind the Scenes of the Boston Marathon in 2009, 2011, and 2018 1:07:49

7M ago1:07:49

1:07:49

In this LIVE episode filmed at WBUR Cityspace in Boston, Des and Kara take you behind the scenes of the 2009, 2011, and 2018 Boston Marathons for an episode that will make you both laugh and cry. In 2009, Kara finished in an agonizing 3rd place in a podium battle that wasn't decided until Boylston, while Des watched from the stands. In 2011, Des fi…

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Episode #350: 10 Tips to Get Your Mind Right for Race Day 42:26

7M ago42:26

42:26

Boston, London, Eugene, Vancouver, Oklahoma City, Carmel, Ohai, Grandma's, and so many more. Spring racing season is here, and I've got 10 tips to get your mind right for race day. Put these to work, and you will be ready to crush it! To redeem offers from this episode's sponsors: Use the code ROGUE for 10% off on running apparel at Janji.com. For …

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2.9. The Never Underestimate Women Episode 1:04:10

7M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

"This race is too hard for women. They are simply not tough enough to do it, and I get to say that for as long as it takes until someone proves me wrong." - Lazarus Lake, Race Director for the Barkley Marathons. Enter Jasmin Paris. Sorry Lazarus. But first, Des and Kara kick things off with their usual banter talking about solving the world's probl…

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Episode #349: Athlete Questions on Bad Days, Paces, Taper Length, Dogs, and More 43:36

8M ago43:36

43:36

In this episode, I answer recent questions from listeners as well as themes from athletes that I coach. Today's questions: How should I evolve paces over time and can I go too slow? What should I do if I have a bad workout or long run? How can I protect myself from dogs on the run? Should I do a 2 or 3 week marathon taper (or 1 or 2 week half marat…

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2.8. The Space Between 1:12:04

8M ago1:12:04

1:12:04

"The space between; The tears we cry; Is the laughter that keeps us coming back for more." - Dave Mathews Band The episode is a tribute to the spaces between and most certainly the laughter that comes with them... the space between the indoor season and outdoor championships, between the Olympic Marathon Trials and the Boston Marathon, between your…

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2.7. The World Indoor Recap + Contracts Discussion Episode 1:10:15

8M ago1:10:15

1:10:15

"Haters gonna hate... potaters gonna potate." - Kara Goucher This and other "wisdom" in this new episode. Des and Kara recap an exciting World Indoor meet in Glasgow where the US brought home a truckload of middle distance and distance medals including 4 in the 1500m alone. Kara was on the call and offers some behind-the-scenes insight, plus they g…

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Episode #348: The (Rational) Irrational Fears Episode 53:26

9M ago53:26

53:26

We all have fears in training... every single one of us. In this episode, I talk through 6 common examples I see as a coach and give you tips on how to face down each one of them. From doubting your potential to being afraid of never getting back to fitness after injury (and more), this episode might make you feel less alone in your journey. To whi…

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Episode #347: Assess Your Opportunity Areas 55:06

9M ago55:06

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Where can you improve in order to reach your full potential? I often get this question, and it's my job as a coach to assess the opportunity areas for my athletes. In this episode, I give you 6 opportunity areas and the associated metrics to consider in order to identify your biggest needs in training. Rate your yourself on all 6 and then go tackle…

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2.6. The Grab Bag, aka the Freudian Slip(s) Episode 1:06:08

9M ago1:06:08

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Calling all track nerds to reach in and grab a topic of your choosing. From indoor racing to Olympic standards and field sizes to the new long jump rules, there is something in here for any track nerd (or aspiring track nerd) in your life. We think track is fun, but even if you don't, there is STILL plenty of fun to be had. Kara accidentally shares…

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Episode #346: Current Coaching Curiosities 1:10:19

9M ago1:10:19

1:10:19

James Dodds and I had a little bit of fun with this episode, and we hope you enjoy it. We riff on 6 topics that have been the object of our recent coaching curiosities or ruminations. The topics range from the limits of easy aerobic volume to maxing out in-run carbs and to the science (and potentially hocus pocus) of advanced recovery techniques (a…

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Episode #345: Managing Sickness and Training 40:07

9M ago40:07

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It is that time of year where everyone is rapidly falling out of training due to sickness. When that happens, panic mode sets in, and you might try to simply train through it. However, that can be dangerous and cause you to extend your sickness even more. Instead when sick, you need to give your body the time, ability, and resources to temporarily …

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2.5. Olympic Marathon Trials Redux, Sober Version 1:11:09

10M ago1:11:09

1:11:09

Des and Kara got the message. You like it when they are a little bit tipsy... ok, maybe a lot tipsy. In this episode, you will learn that they questioned whether or not to post the last one because of the drinks involved. (Editor's note: you're welcome.) You will also learn what happened at the bar after they finished recording (hint: D, d's, and D…

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2.4. The Freshy Fresh Olympic Marathon Trials Recap Episode 57:15

10M ago57:15

57:15

The most important thing for you to know about this episode was that it was recorded on the patio of a bar at 7:46 pm on the night of the Olympic Marathon Trials with (multiple) beers in hand. The result is uncut podcast and YouTube gold from two women with front row seats to all of the day's action. While you will worry in a few moments whether or…

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Episode #344: The Truth about Zone 2 Training 45:45

10M ago45:45

45:45

Zone 2 this and Zone 2 that... it's all the rage on social media and with longevity experts. On the bright side, discussing Zone 2 means that you are talking about the importance of EASY running, and we know easy running is the key to building fitness and longevity. On the other hand, there are misconceptions about what Zone 2 means and how to appl…

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