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Austen Dalquist is not your typical miler.
He's an All-American from the University of Arkansas, a USATF Colorado Mile Champion, and a 3:41 guy in the 1500, but his journey hasn't been defined by times alone.
After battling personal health challenges, including an eating disorder and vocal cord dysfunction, Austen did what few dare to do: he stayed in the sport. He rebuilt from rock bottom, leaning on faith, community, and quiet resilience to stage a comeback that's as inspiring as it is unfinished.
Now as a pro based in Boulder, Austen is writing his most compelling chapter yet, running 1:48 for 800m, 3:53 in the mile, 7:45 for 3,000m, and 13:36 in the 5,000m.
And it was all done in a single season!
In today's episode, we unpack his journey from high school prodigy to college standout, through setbacks and redemption, to where he stands now, which is on the cusp of his best chapters yet.
So whether you're running through a storm or chasing your own breakthrough, this one's for you.
In today's conversation, Austen takes me through his radical new training system, joining Tinman Elite v2, setting PRs and what he attributes that to, how you can get faster, and so much more. Austen is the man. I always love my conversation with this guy.
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Lexy Halladay-Lowry is chasing the clock while rewriting the record books.
With an indoor mile PR of 4:31, a blistering 8:40 in the 3,000, and a sub-15 in both the indoor and outdoor 5,000m, Lexy is one of the fastest ever to do it in NCAA history.
Sheâs an 8-time All-American, a two-time NCAA cross country team champion, and the current No. 2 in the nation in the steeplechase after clocking 9:08 and finishing runner-up at the 2025 outdoor championships.
From breaking five minutes in the mile as a seventh grader in Idaho to rising through the NCAA ranks, she has been on a steady rise.
She was 14th in the 2025 cross country championships and 2nd and 3rd in this yearâs indoor 5,000m and 3,000m.
She holds multiple school records at BYU, plays the violin, studies public health, and made history as the first NCAA runner to ink a NIL deal with Kiprun.
There is much to unpack with Lexy: her Olympic dreams, her process for building championship poise, and what it takes to keep rising when the pressure hits hardest.
In today's conversation, Lexy walks me through her remarkable NCAA performance, all that led up to that performance, inside her training and mindset with BYU, her plans for her future and turning professional, and so much more.
This is an inside look at one of the greatest to ever do it at the NCAA level for the steeplechase.
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Hans Troyer is the epitome of raw talent meeting ruthless resilience.
From a near-collapse in the desert to record-breaking dominance, his story is one of fearless grit, second chances, and an audacious leap: from college steepler to 100K trail crusher.
In just over a year, Hans has gone from collegiate standout to ultramarathon phenom: winning national titles, smashing course records, and landing podiums at some of the biggest races in the U.S.
Heâs the 2024 USATF 50-mile national champion, a 2025 Canyons 100K Golden Ticket recipient, and a pro for Altra and Hyperlyte Liquid Performance. His PRs are wild: 3:19 in the 50k, 5:16 for 50 miles, and 7:45 for 100k.
But his life isnât just one long highlight reel.
Thereâs the hospitalization that nearly ended his season. The comeback that turned heads. The quirky fueling rituals. And somehow, in between elite racing, heâs juggling grad school, coaching, and content creation.
The mini-documentary âThe Kidâ on YouTube captures the chaos, recovery, and relentless drive that define him, and is absolutely worth a watch.
Hans is fast, fearless, and full of heart. And weâre pumped to have him on the show today.
In today's conversation, Hans takes me through his remarkable journey thus far as an ultra-marathoner; his wild training tactics include "car saunas", his goal to win Western States at just 25yrs of age, his ambitions for the future, his thoughts on Backyard Ultras and so much more.
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From humble hustle to steeplechase sensation, James Corrigan is rewriting the script.
Born in Los Angeles and now a force at Brigham Young University, James has quickly made his mark in the 3000-meter steeplechase. In just the past year, he placed third in the U.S. Olympic Trials, secured his Olympic standard in a last-chance race at the Penn Relays, represented Team USA in Paris, and most recently, he became the NCAA Championwith a blistering 8:16 performance.
We're looking at a mission-serving, faith-centered student of mechanical engineering who has managed to balance it all (Olympic pressure, NCAA podiums, and viral "Sunday Night Live" faith content) while staying grounded and inspiring a generation of young runners.
He juggles, he hurdles, and he races for something bigger.
This is the story of resilience, belief, and barrier-breaking speed.
James Corrigan is in The Running Effect house. And he's just getting started.
Let's get into it.
In today's conversation, James takes me through his NCAA title, his training leading into it, training with Olympic Medalist Kenneth Rooks, his mindset going into USA's, being married and a dad while in college, and much more.
This is an inside look into the mind of one of the best runners not just in the NCAA, but in the country.
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Sixty-one marathons in sixty-one days: From the southern border of Germany to the northern sea, Aleksander Lingauer covered the entire distance on his own.
No sponsors. No shortcuts. Just a backpack, a belief, and the stubborn will to see it through.
Aleksander is an endurance athlete and writer, and the mind behind Project 61, a solo mission to run the length of Germany, one marathon a day, for two straight months.
But his story isn't just about distance, it's about what happens when no one's watching. About walking away from millions to protect something deeper. And about the kind of training no one puts on social mediaâthe alleyway push-ups, the quiet breakdowns, the handwritten letters from the far edges of Europe.
He's now writing his first book, a raw account of his 419-day solo hike across the continent.
Alexander is taking the steps to explore the space where discipline meets obsession, where modern masculinity meets vulnerability, and what it costs to chase something real in a world that moves fast and forgets even faster.
If you're building something hard, trying to stay steady in the noise, or looking for proof that grit still matters, then this episode is for you.
Let's get into it.
In today's conversation, Aleksander takes me through his wild physical adventures, what drives him to do these things, crewing the BPN Last Man Standing Race for Zach Pogrob and Kim, his ambitions for the future, and how to live for more.
Aleksander is 1 of 1. And this conversation was very introspective in the best of ways.
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Todayâs guest knows enduranceâon the trail, in public service, and in life.
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier of California has run 23 marathons, including Boston, New York, Napa, and even Paris.
A former lacrosse player turned lifelong runner, Mark once pursued a sub-3-hour marathon while simultaneously trying to bench press twice his bodyweight. He came heartbreakingly closeâtwice clocking a 3:04âand carried that same grit with him into politics, business, and recovery from a life-threatening illness.
In March 2020, Mark fell during a run in D.C. and sustained broken ribs. What followed was a terrifying cascade: a damaged spleen, undiagnosed pneumonia, organ failure, and five weeks in the ICUâfour of them on a ventilator.
His odds of survival? Just 10 percent; one doctor told his sons he wouldnât make it.
But he beat them.
Now serving in his 11th year in Congress, Rep. DeSaulnier brings that same sense of perseverance to his work on transportation, education, and mental health. He currently serves as Ranking Member of the House Ethics Committeeand is a senior member of the Education & the Workforce Committee.
But this episode isnât about politics. Itâs about what happens when we lace up and head out the doorâwhat running teaches us, what it heals, and how it transforms who we are.
In today's conversation, Mark takes me through his running journey and pursuits, insights from his 23 marathons, running a 3:04 marathon back in the day, becoming known as the ârunning politician,â how he used to train back in the day, and how running saved his life - literally.
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What drives a 23-year-old to run seven marathons... on seven continents... in just seven days?
Todayâs guest isnât just an endurance athleteâheâs a human experiment in grit, creativity, and storytelling.
Wyatt Moss has run a marathon in all 50 states, built a woodworking business to fund the journey, and picked up over 100,000 followers along the wayânot just for the miles he runs, but for the life heâs building while doing it.
In early 2025, Moss participated in the World Marathon Challenge, running seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days. His completion times ranged from 4:18:48 to 6:35:22, showcasing his resilience and adaptability.
In 2024, Moss completed a marathon in each U.S. state within a single calendar year, culminating with the Honolulu Marathon in December. He financed this endeavor through his woodworking business and documented the journey on social media, amassing over 100,000 followers.
From blisters and jet lag to business strategy and content creation, Wyatt is a maestro in mental endurance and making your passion pay for itself.
In today's conversation, Wyatt takes me through his wild physical pursuits, his mindsets behind them, how he has become more self-aware, his wild experiences like running a marathon in every state last year and doing the World Marathon Challenge, and shares insights into his next biggest challenge.
This podcast is next level.
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What happens when you combine deep science with real-world resultsâand package it all in a way that actually makes sense to young athletes?
You get Kelsey Poulter.
In todayâs episode, weâre joined by the founder of Next Level Athletes, a sports nutrition expert who has quickly become one of the most trusted voices in the performance space. With a background in Exercise Physiology and a skyrocketing online presence thatâs grown from 2,000 to over 450,000 followers in just over a year, Kelsey is proof that authenticity, clarity, and results still win.
Kelsey is on a mission to help athletesâfrom high school hopefuls to pros in the MLBâturn food into a performanceweapon. She believes nutrition is wildly underutilized in sports and calls it the âseparatorâ that most athletes are missing.
Kelsey likes to talk about how elite outcomes require elite actionsâoften the boring, consistent ones no one wants to talk about. In this episode she dives into the real difference between eating for general health and eating for performance, why sugar and carbs are absolutely essential for athletes, and how to rethink popular nutrition trends like skipping breakfast, cutting out food groups, or obsessing over seed oils.
Whether youâre a coach, a parent, or an athlete chasing your potential, this episode is packed with perspective-shifting advice that can help you level upâwithout losing your mind.
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He broke the barrierâand the sport felt it.
Quentin Nauman is back on the pod in the final episode of our Festival of Miles seriesâa fitting finish to a week that reminded us just how far the sport is moving.
Just days ago at the HOKA Festival of Miles, Quentin lined up against the top high school milers in the country and ran 3:58.65âjoining the elite ranks of sub-four athletes and pushing the ceiling of what high school runners can do.
It wasnât just a win. It was a cultural moment in high school track.
This year has been something different. Sub-four miles are no longer mythical, they're happening. But Quentinâs not just following the wave. Heâs setting it.
Earlier this season, he became the first high school athlete in U.S. history to run sub-1:50 in the 800 and sub-4:00 in the 1600 at the same meet. Thatâs not progression. Thatâs a shift in what young athletes believe is possible.
Whatâs fueling this surge in high school distance running? What does it mean to carry the weight of a generational leap? And where do we go from here, now that the old limits are falling?
This isnât just a fast kid running fast. This is a flashpoint in the evolution of the sport and Quentin Nauman is right in the middle of it.
In today's conversation, Quentin takes me through a race that will define him and his legacy for years to come. We dive into the BTS of the 2025 FOM and Quentin's legendary performance, where he won in 3:58 in a 54 close; we talk about the rest of his season, his ambitions for the future, including breaking Alan Webb's record, and more.
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Recorded live. Fueled by the energy of the crowd. Powered by HOKA.
Straight from the Big River Running Company in Missouri on June 4th, this special episode of the podcast captures the excitement, energy, and anticipation just one night before the iconic HOKA Festival of Miles.
We sit down with four of the sportâs most compelling figures: Olin Hacker â NCAA champion turned pro who thrilled fans with his powerful closing speed in previous Festival races; Krissy Gear â Steeplechase star known for her fearless racing style, who brought the heat to this meet with memorable performances in the past; Brandon Miller â A local favorite and middle-distance standout whose past runs at the Festival showcased both talent and heart in front of his hometown crowd; and Colleen Quigley â Olympian and St. Louis native whoâs been a longtime supporter and star attraction of the Festival, using this stage to inspire the next generation.
Whether you're a die-hard track fan or just tuning in, this episode sets the stage for one of the most exciting nights in distance running.
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What does it take to run for 28 hours straight?
To go beyond exhaustionâwhen your body gives out and only your will is left?
Alyssa McClellan knows.
Sheâs a former elite CrossFit athlete, a mother of four, and an ultra-endurance machine. At the Go One More Last Man Standing Ultra, Alyssa ran nearly 120 miles in just under 28 hours, outlasting every other woman and placing fourth overall. No pacers. No excuses. Just pure grit.
But her story doesnât start there.
Before ultra running, Alyssa competed at the highest levels of CrossFit, ranking 252nd in the world and 156th in the U.S. at the 2018 Open. Her numbers speak for themselves: 320-pound back squat; 236-pound clean and jerk; 340-pound deadlift and 196-pound snatch.
Now, sheâs bringing that same fire to the ultra sceneâtrading barbells for blisters and short bursts for soul-crushing distance. And sheâs doing it all while raising four boys.
This episode goes deep into the pain caveâthe place where most people quit and Alyssa keeps going. We talk aboutmental toughness, comebacks, and what it really means to show up, suffer, and choose to keep moving.
No fluff. No finish line. Just raw endurance.
Letâs go.
In today's conversation, Alyssa takes me through her 28 hours of pain, how she kept pushing when things got difficult, training for these endevours as a wife and mother, her ambtions for the future, and so much more.
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From rock bottom to 100 miles â todayâs guest redefines what it means to fight back.
Meet Sean Rhodes: former alcoholic, now ultramarathoner, mental health advocate, and the driving force behind a mission thatâs bigger than any finish line.
In May 2025, Sean didnât just run a 100-mile race â he built one. The Stoney 100 was raw, solo, and powered by purpose: raising awareness for mental health and backing recovery-focused nonprofits like Quest in Recovery and Charleston Hope.
His stats are legit: he has run 37:00 in the 10k, 1:23 in the half marathon, 2:59 in the marathon, and 21:27 for 100 miles.
But forget the numbers for a second. What really matters is the journey â the comeback, the community, the cause.
This isnât just a running story. Itâs about resilience, redemption, and the grit to turn pain into purpose.
Strap in. This oneâs got heart.
In today's conversation, Sean takes me through his 100-mile pursuit, flipping his life around and his life transformation, the key to unlocking discipline, how to keep going when your mind is giving out, how to put on muscle while still being a runner, his future goals, and so much more.
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Heâs gone from a four-hour marathoner to a 2:32 powerhouse â today, weâre sitting down with the unstoppable Eric Floberg.
Based in Chicago, Eric has become a standout in the running world for his incredible marathon transformation â going from a 3:59 debut to a blazing 2:32:44 personal best. But his impact doesnât stop at the finish line.
Eric is also a master storyteller. Through his cinematic running videos, heâs built a powerful connection with a global audience. With over 250,000 YouTube subscribers and more than 100,000 Instagram followers, heâs proving that running isnât just about racing â itâs about meaning, movement, and message.
Heâs clocked impressive PRs across the board â 16:15 in the 5K, 1:12:24 in the half, and of course, that 2:32 marathon. But what makes Ericâs story really stand out is how he balances elite-level training with family life, filmmaking, and authenticity in everything he shares.
Today's podcast is a conversation between two friends. We discuss BPN's Last Man Standing, running a 2:32 Marathon, Packers vs Bears, filmaking, work / life balance, training insights, and so much more.
This one is fun. A chill, convo. Perfect for your next run.
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We love the idea of a breakthroughâthe dramatic finish, the record-shattering time, the race where it finally clicks.
But what if that moment youâre chasing isnât about magic⊠but mindset?
Returning to the show today is Alex Ostberg, former NCAA standout and the thoughtful voice behind The Rundown. In this episode, we dive into the psychology of high performance and unpack four of Alexâs most powerful recent essays.
We begin by debunking the myth of overnight success, revealing how real progress is built quietlyâthrough patient, consistent effort. From there, Alex explores how belief isnât just motivationalâitâs foundational. Because if you donâtbelieve youâre capable, your body wonât act like it is.
We then tackle what it means to find âthe edgeâ as a runnerâand why growth begins the moment you step beyond your comfort zone. Finally, we discuss the internal narratives that unfold on race day, and how the stories we tell ourselves can shapeâor sabotageâour performance.
This episode is more than a conversation about running. Itâs about mindset, identity, and learning how to rewrite your limits from the inside out.
In today's conversation, Alex tackles key subjects like breakthroughs, the central governor theory, breaks down scientific studies that you can apply directly to your running/life, how to deal with pre-race nerves, pressure, anxiety, and more.This episode is VALUE packed and I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.
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Some people push the limit. Kim Gottwald treats it like a starting line.
Meet Kim Gottwald: ultra-endurance athlete, viral content creator, and founder of Rappid Runs, a running apparel brand built for the brutal reality of long-distance races.
If his name isnât on your radar yet, it will be. Kim just co-won the Go One More Ultramarathon in Texas, racking up a mind-bending 378 kilometers (234 miles) before the race was shut down for extreme weather.
But hereâs what really sets Kim apart: itâs not just his mileage. Itâs his grit. His no-filter honesty. His ability to blend raw toughness with sharp humor.
Heâs run 100K on an 800-meter loop in Cologne. He has blown up on TikTok for telling it exactly like it is. Heâsredefining what an ultra athlete looks and sounds like.
In this episode, weâre talking last man standing races, the mental warfare of endurance, and what it actually feels like to hit hour 50 of a run with no finish line in sight.
Whether you're a hardcore runner, an intrigued outsider, or just into seeing what the human bodyâand mindâcan reallydo, youâre in for a ride.
Strap in. Kim Gottwald is here.
In today's conversation, Kim takes us deep into the untold stories behind his 234-mile effort â from hallucinations and heartbreak to the mindset shifts that kept him moving through the dark, the mental tools he used to survive it, what it really takes to go beyond your limits when your body is begging you to stop, and his thoughts on lining up again in 2026.
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Charlie Vause didn't just make waves this past season â he tore through the high school cross country scene like a storm, and today, we're fired up to welcome him back.
Charlie, a senior at Rio Rancho High School in New Mexico, returns to the podcast after emerging as a standout in U.S. high school cross country during the 2024â2025 season. His achievements include winning the Nike Cross Nationals (NXN) and being named the Gatorade National Boys Cross Country Player of the Year.
Vause has committed to run at Brigham Young University (BYU) after serving a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
He was honored as the 2025 Gatorade National Boys Cross Country Player of the Year, presented by Olympian Grant Fisher, recognizing his athletic excellence, academic achievement, and exemplary character.
Vause clinched the national title at the 2024 Nike Cross Nationals with a time of 15:28.1, finishing 2.5 seconds ahead of the runner-up.
He has PRs of 14:30 5k, a 4:01 converted Mile, 1:51.86 in the 800m, 8:51 two mile.
In today's conversation, Charlie takes me through the last six months after winning NXN, his track season, handling newfound pressure and expectations, his goals for Festival of Miles, and why he shows up when it matters the most.
This is Charlie's last chance at the 4:00 minute barrier. Expect him to put on a show.
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Quentin Naumanâremember that name.
Just a few weeks ago, he became the first high school athlete in U.S. history to run both sub-1:50 in the 800m and sub-4:00 in the 1600m... at the same meet. (Quentin clocked 1:49.41 in the 800m and 3:59.60 in the 1600m at the Iowa State Track and Field Championships.)
Let that sink in.
From sweeping the Drake Relays to dominating cross country with a 14:59 course record, Quentin has built a rĂ©sumĂ© that rivals the legendsâand heâs still not done.
This next week, he heads to the HOKA Festival of Miles, not just to competeâbut to win.
In April 2025, Nauman achieved a rare trifecta by winning the 800m, 1,600m, and 3,200m races at the prestigious Drake Relays. He became the first Iowa high school boy to sweep all three distance events in the same weekend, setting a state record of 4:05.17 in the 1,600m.
Quentinâs prowess isn't limited to track. In November 2024, he won the Class 3A Iowa state cross country title with a state record time of 14:59. As a sophomore in 2024, The Oregon commit placed fifth in the boys' 800m at the HOKA Festival of Miles with a time of 1:51.09.
So whether youâre lacing up for a workout or just love the grind behind the gloryâget ready. This is Quentin Nauman, and this is what the next generation of running looks like.
In today's conversation, Quentin takes me through the impact that Jackson Heidesch had on him two years ago, how he'scarrying on the legecy, what he wants to do in the next 12 months of his HS career, why he thinks he can be one of the greatest to ever do it, and his thoughts leading into the 2025 HOKA Festival of Miles meet.
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Heâs back. Not just on this show â but back in the sport, back on the world stage, and back to blow your mind with whatâs possible when talent meets resilience.
Returning to the show is none other than Cordell Tinch â the hurdler whose journey reads like a Hollywood script. A former cell phone salesman turned world-class athlete. The guy who stepped away from the sport, then came back to dominate Division II track with three national titles in one weekend â and now heâs out here running 12.87 in the 110 hurdles, tied for the fourth-fastest time ever."
From selling phones in Green Bay to beating world champions on the Diamond League circuit â Cordell's story is a masterclass in self-belief, raw talent, and grinding when no one's watching.
In June 2023, Tinch clocked a world-leading 12.96 seconds in the 110m hurdles at the Arkansas Grand Prix. He furtherimproved to 12.87 seconds at the Shanghai-Keqiao Diamond League in May 2025, tying him for the fourth-fastest time ever in the event.
At the 2023 NCAA Division II Outdoor Championships, Tinch made history by winning the 110m hurdles, long jump, and high jumpâbecoming the first athlete in Division II history to secure three individual titles at a single championship.
In today's conversation, Cordell takes me through his past two years as a pro, being friends with Tyrese Haliburton, what his story means to him, why he thinks he can beat Grant Holloway at the highest level, his ambitions for the season, and wisdom to anyone willing to hear it.
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Todayâs guest is a true game-changer in the world of track and field â a visionary whose passion, leadership, and creativity have helped transform one of the sportâs most electric meets: Tim Cornell.
Since 2021, Tim has served as the Meet Director for the HOKA Festival of Miles, one of the most electric and meaningful meets on the track and field calendar. Under his guidance, the event has grown tremendously â not just in performance level, but in heart, energy, and community spirit.
Tim has made it his mission to create more than just fast races. Through his thoughtful integration of local stories and a true celebration of athletes â from elite pros to rising high school stars â he's cultivated a meet that captures what makes the running community so special.
In today's conversation, Tim takes me through why the 2025 edition of the HOKA Festival of Miles is the best one yet, hebreaks down both fields, the behind the scenes of making this meet all that it is, the mission behind the meet, and so much more.
I've known Tim for two years now, and he's not just a remarkable meet director, but an incredible person. I hope you all enjoy this conversation as much we did having it!
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From a late start in high school track to becoming one of the fastest milers in NCAA history, todayâs guest has rewritten the blueprint for distance running success.
Gary Martinâs rise has been nothing short of electric. After a quiet freshman year at the University of Virginia, he exploded onto the national scene during the 2024 cross country seasonâcapturing the ACC Championship with a course record and finishing 13th at nationals to earn All-American honors.
But that was just the beginning.
On the track, Gary has been rewriting record books: a 7:36 meet-record win in the 3000m at ACC Indoors, a Virginia school record in the 5000m, and a 3:48 mile at the 2025 Millrose Gamesâthe second-fastest indoor mile in NCAA history. He didnât stop there, anchoring UVAâs distance medley relay team to an NCAA-record time of 9:14.
And long before college glory, Gary made headlines as a Pennsylvania high schooler when he ran 3:57.98 without a pacerâbecoming the first from his state and just the 14th U.S. high schooler ever to break four minutes.
With PRs of 3:33 in the 1500m, 3:48 in the mile, 7:36 in the 3K, and 13:16 in the 5K, Garyâs resume is as fast as it is fearless.
In today's conversation, Gary takes me through his training, recent record-breaking races, his mindset going into NCAA if he'll end his NCAA eligibility to go pro, his take on PA distance running, MJ v Lebron, and his thoughts going into Eugene next month.
This one was an absolute blast. Don't miss an inside look at one of the best runners in the country.
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