In this What’s What with Klutz episode, I provide personal training updates, highlights recent indoor track races emphasizing women's distance running (duh), and shares thoughts on the role and perceptions of influencers in the running community.
After overcoming a foot injury, I talk about my return to training, detailing the excitement of running 35 miles over six days a week, alongside biking and strength training. I share plans to participate in upcoming races, including the Valkyrie trail race and the Vail hill climb, and hint at a birthday challenge involving running 34 miles.
The episode then transitions to discuss the world of women's indoor track, celebrating recent achievements and expressing enthusiasm for the sport's future, particularly focusing on athletes like Parker Valby.
Lastly, the discussion turns to the influence of social media on running, debating the merits and criticisms of influencers receiving free race entries and the expectations placed on these individuals for their content and personal training choices.
00:00 Welcome to a Solo Episode with Klutz and Birdie!
01:06 Diving Into Training Updates and Future Race Plans
12:04 Exciting Highlights from Recent Indoor Track Races
20:56 Anticipation for the Olympic Year and Athlete Highlights
21:34 The Buzz Around Parker's Training and Cross Training Insights
23:24 The Debate Over Influencers and Free Marathon Bibs
28:28 Expectations and Responsibilities of Influencers in Running
33:05 Training Philosophies and Social Media Perceptions
39:07 Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement
Links:
5000m World Indoor Track Championships: https://youtu.be/AiVQY4xHCU4?si=O36EXUAvFcq8VHDZ
1500m World Indoor Track Championships: https://youtu.be/BzwPy4HmU0s?si=2BLxinPIK4JJn_NS
5000m NCAA Indoor Track Championships: https://youtu.be/cWA0_Wow3TM?si=riHQWBTwYEad86es
3000m NCAA Indoor Track Championships: https://youtu.be/Gxo4kmemDEU?si=GGlAZhbJhieZe502
Katy’s post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C4EFVAqv7y0/?igsh=NzdxZnV1ZnJ4bW1m
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