First of all, THANK YOU all for your patience in this delay of Third Lap "Thursday". The weekly upload cadence can be a tough squeeze, but all of the support in the podcast so far makes the hard work worth it :) The next episode will be a solo to slow down and talk through allll my updates, so stay tuned for that!
Now, in this 4TH episode of The Third Lap Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with my former teammate, Dominic Mastromatteo, to dive deep into his vast knowledge of distance running and the ever-evolving world of the sport. We kick things off by breaking down the distance events at Worlds in Tokyo, sharing medal predictions, and exploring how the distance running scene is continuing to level up. Dom brings a fresh perspective on where the sport is headed, what’s fueling its rise, and what it will take to keep that momentum growing.
From there, we rewind to his own college running journey, where Dom reflects on navigating the abrupt shutdown of his season during COVID, battling injuries, and learning the tough lessons of accountability. He shares how those challenges shaped his senior year and beyond, ultimately fueling growth on and off the track. We also unpack what The Third Lap means to him before wrapping with a fun speed round, where he discusses his favorite spots now as a Boston local. This episode is a unique blend of storytelling with a former teammate of mine and insightful discussions on the current running landscape. Hope you enjoy it!
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