Paula's Run Club

Taking On New York, and Giving Back - Meb Keflezighi BONUS POD

Paula's Run Club

Show Notes

New York Marathon BONUS POD ALERT!

In this New York preview episode of Paula's Run Club Paula & Thommo meet marathon legend Meb Keflezighi.

They talk about his celebrated career and community work - and of course his marathon wins in NYC in 2009, plus his emotional, historic victory at the 2014 Boston Marathon following the city's tragedy. He breaks down marathon strategies - such as energy conservation, smart pacing, and hydration - and addresses technical questions on race recovery and warm-weather training plus why exactly did he start doing push-ups at the end of the Olympic marathon in Rio?!

There's also more about his MEB Foundation and his 20-year ambassadorship with Team for Kids support youth health and fitness as he prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the five-borough New York City Marathon.

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Whether you’re chasing a PB, recovering from an injury, or simply trying to fall in love with running again, there’s something here for you. 🏃‍♀️❤️ 🏃

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