In this episode of the Out and Back podcast, hosts Jacob Thomson and Rory Linkletter discuss the excitement of the fall marathon season, including the upcoming Cow Harbor 10K and the importance of training strategies like fatigue resistance. They recap the recent world championships, highlighting thrilling finishes in both the men's and women's marathons, and celebrate Julia Paternain's historic bronze medal. The conversation also touches on the drama of the 1500m final, predictions for the upcoming 5K races, and the potential for more stadium finishes in road racing, emphasizing the blend of preparation, luck, and the electric atmosphere that championship races bring.
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00:00 Introduction and Fall Racing Season
02:04 Race Preparations and Expectations
05:34 Training Philosophy: Fatigue Resistance
12:13 Championship Marathons: Insights from Recent Races
20:33 Highlighting Underdogs: Julia Paternan's Journey
22:54 Dramatic Events: The 1500m Final Recap
23:38 The Blunt Truth of Performance
24:50 Controversy in Competition: The DQ Debate
26:51 Finals and Surprises: The 1500m Race
28:27 The 10K Upset: Gressier's Victory
31:49 Kijelcha's Transition: From Track to Road
33:08 5K Predictions: A Competitive Landscape
36:39 Dark Horse Picks: Surprises in the 5K
40:10 Women's 1500m: Kipjegon and Rising Stars
42:16 Marathon Finishes: The Stadium Experience
