The Tommie Runz Show

Ep. 25 - More Marathon Talk!!!! Breaking thru the wall!

The Tommie Runz Show

Show Notes

In this episode, Tommie Runz and Ern discuss running, including sleep scores, the Detroit Free Press Marathon, and the recent Chicago Marathon. He shares insights on marathon training, the importance of community, and the impact of influencers in the running space. Tommie also announces his participation in the upcoming Javelina Jundred and discusses the Strava and Garmin lawsuit. The conversation emphasizes the significance of personal goals and the need to avoid comparisons in the running journey.

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sleep Scores 04:15 Detroit Free Press Marathon Overview 10:57 Free Press Marathon Programming and Community Engagement 18:03 Marathon Tips and Personal Goals 32:26 Chicago Marathon Insights and Personal Experiences 42:38 Celebrating Community and Personal Goals 45:01 Announcing the Javelina 100 Race 49:50 Community Engagement and Challenges 55:07 Strava and Garmin: The Lawsuit Discussion 58:54 Listener Questions and Influencer Dynamics 01:08:35 Marathon Weekend Vibes and Experiences 01:12:08 Comparison and Personal Goals in Running

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