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Josh sits down for a conversation with Logan Holley.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Trevor Harvey.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Kim Spaulding.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Rena Elmer.
Rena discusses how her amazing work ethic translated to running collegiately at BYU, competing in 2 U.S. Olympic Trials, and most recently racing a 2:35 marathon at Grandmaâs Marathon.
Rena shares how her goals have evolved throughout her life and how she has succeeded in running and in life as a mother to 11 wonderful children.
They discuss training methods and ways that Rena has developed her training from steeplechase to the marathon.
Rena and Josh ran through the Flower Mound trails for their run. If youâre in Flower Mound, try a run on Renaâs segment!
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Ali Bhaiwala.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Brie Murray.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Robert Mackey.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Kyle Johns.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Chris Rose. Chris shares his background in exercise, from trying many sports before landing on skateboarding and running.
He shares how he wasnât a huge fan of running to start, but how his enjoyment has grown as his consistency did as well.
Chris highlights and shares his appreciation for his family and girlfriend, sharing how integral their support has been in his life and racing.
Chris speaks on his experience doing his first ultramarathon, the 54k at Blazin Summer Sufferfest, and shares how the mentality of, âyou get to do thisâ, helped him podium.
Josh and Chris expand on the fact that exercise is much more enjoyable within a community and highlight the benefit of putting yourself out there and making friends.
To close, Chris expands on the fact that, âitâs all relativeâ, and tells what that statement means to him while powering towards your goals and learning from the folks around you.
For their run, Chris and Josh ran with Fleet Feet in Coppell, Texas. If youâre looking for a group to run with in DFW, join Fleet Feet Coppell on Tuesday nights, and check out Chris and Joshâs segment here -> https://www.strava.com/segments/37479916
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Billy Bingham.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Mike Higgins. Mike shares his background in athletics and how he has built running into his life for the past 25 years.
He shares how shifting focus and joining the track team led him to run collegiately at Penn State and then continue racing through adulthood. Mike outlines how he chose to train for the Antarctic Ice Marathon from signing up in January 2023 to competing in and winning the race in December of 2023.
As the defending champion of the Antarctic Ice Marathon, Mike shares how he trained for such an endeavor as running 26 miles on the Antarctic ice for 26 miles. He shares how signing up for something monumental gave him something tough to train through to remain motivated and disciplined amidst difficult life changes.
Mike highlights the logistics of running in Antarctica including landing on a strip of ice, the packable infrastructure during the 24-hour-day, and the feeling of seeing the plane leave while you stay on the ice. Mike shares what monumental race heâs looking to conquer next, and showcases how any given race day can provide renewed motivation on the journey.
To close, Mike reiterates the benefit of the community through exercise and how we become accountable for and advocate for one another.
For their run, Mike and Josh ran with Fleet Feet in Coppell, Texas. If youâre looking for a group to run with in DFW, join Fleet Feet Coppell on Tuesday nights, and check out Mike and Joshâs segment here -> https://www.strava.com/segments/37479916
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Will Bruner.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Luke Moraglia. Luke shares how although he had a limited athletic background, he has found his inner-athlete through running.
He shares his initial interest in theatre, continued interest in science, and how he parlayed running to join his now-wife Amanda into multiple half and full marathons. Luke shares how and how not to plan for a marathon and gives tips for those trying to build a routine in exercise.
They reflect on how running is much more manageable as part of a community and reflect on becoming friends at the Endorphins Dallas kickoff. They discuss trail running, and their training in rain, dark, and heat for the now-postponed Blazin Summer Sufferfest.
To close, Luke highlights how important it is to cherish your life and appreciate the moments you are gifted.
For their run, Luke and Josh ran with Fleet Feet in Coppell, Texas. If youâre looking for a group to run with in DFW, join Fleet Feet Coppell on Tuesday nights, and check out Luke and Joshâs segment here -> https://www.strava.com/segments/37479916
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Emma Cone.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Paul Norris.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Logan Bruner. Logan shares his background in athletics from cross country to ultimate frisbee, and how he turned an invitation with a 3-week turnaround in an Olympic Triathlon into a passion for endurance sports.
Logan shares about the clubs he is a part of in Austin: Morning Joeâs, Austin Coffee Run Club, and Sunrise Track Club. Logan shares his experiences from racing in triathlons, his first marathon, and his upcoming BQ attempt at the Tunnel Marathon in Washington.
Logan shares how he has bounced back from his most recent injury and his aim to prevent injuries going forward. He shares how an increased commitment to your craft will lead to continued success and improvement.
They discuss how to find joy in your training despite what your smartwatch or social media might say. Logan shares how positive spins on heat training and fin with friends can spin your workouts from, âI have to do thisâ, to, âI get to do this.â
For their run, Logan and Josh ran around Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas. If youâre running in Austin, go for a run around Lady Bird Lake and check out Logan and Joshâs segment here -> https://www.strava.com/segments/37321232
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Carson Hockersmith. Carson shares about her background in athletics and how she honed her desire to run into an illustrious career in Cross Country and Track at OU.
She highlights the coolest merch she received as a D1 runner and highlights her favorite aspects of Cross Country and Track seasons. She shares about her favorite meets, from Big XII Championships to running her first 3k at Vanderbilt towards a PR. Not to be missed, are her two collegiate wins coming indoor in the mile at Texas Tech and outdoor in the 5k at OUâs home meet!
She shares advice for prospective collegiate runners from picking where to run to remaining active after college. She shares how she has transitioned to longer-distance running after college from marathons to running with Endorphins.
For their run, Carson and Josh ran with Endorphins Dallas in downtown Grapevine. Come through and run with Endorphins in the future and if youâre running in Grapevine, check out Carson and Joshâs segment here -> https://www.strava.com/segments/37174445
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Evan Konda.
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Dylan Melnar. Dylan shares about his background in athletics and a look into his time in watersports and waterskiing at Alabama.
He shines a light on the Texas Water Safari and gives some context on his father and his recent finish in the 2024 race.
Dylan outlines where his goals are leading while incorporating more running as well as his plans for his first marathon next January in Houston. He shares how his current streak of 30 straight weeks of running 20+ miles had helped him to build consistency in running.
They discuss recovery methods, from stretching, eating well, and homemade ice baths.
Dylan gives a deep dive on the Texas Water Safari, âthe worldâs toughest boat raceâ, a 260-mile canoe race from San Marcos, Texas to the Texas coast. He discusses the difficulties that have come with such an intense race and highlights some high and low lights amongst his 5 finishes ranging from 53 hours to 77 hours against a 100-hour time limit.
Dylan shares where his motivation comes from in such a grueling race, and how it powered him through this year. He highlights the hallucinations that come with working out for so long with such little sleep.
To close, Dylan highlights some upcoming goals he has and how vocalizing them helps you complete them.
For their run, Dylan and Josh ran with Endorphins Dallas in downtown Grapevine. In an awesome twist, Dylan's shot called his Top Dog win.
Come through and run with Endorphins in the future and if youâre running in Grapevine, check out Josh and Dylanâs segment here -> https://www.strava.com/segments/37174445
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Josh sits down for a conversation with Benji Popokh. They discuss Benjiâs origin story in running and how his love for running blossomed during his time at UT.
He shares what went into co-creating the Southwestern Run Club and how they built the culture. Benji highlights some of the fun side-quests he has embarked upon through running, from a self-marathon of Nashville to the Griggs Park Ultra, to the 4x4x48, and finally to whatâs next for him in his running journey.
He shares highlights from these journeys as well as how doing what some would see as insane can help lead to inspiring others.
They discuss how doing new things, or shaking up your routine can lead to increased appreciation for what youâve completed, and ways to make your time more memorable.
To close they discuss wisdom that they have learned from their fathers for this fatherâs day special.
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