Show Notes
In this episode, Sally sits down with a fan favorite and a Choose Strong podcast regular, Andy Glaze! Andy shares about his most recent races, his 300 mile week, writing his book, upcoming races and opens up about some current struggles he is facing. You will love this conversation. Enjoy.
Other Episode Highlights: Cocodona 250 chatter, experiences Completing Moab 240 & a sub 24hr at Javelina Almost 6 years of 100 mile weeks Making your own ultra Running a 100k while helping guys running 100 miles from CA to Las Vegas The "ultra shuffle" The Spine race French fries & Diet Coke Andy’s recovery between big efforts/races The power of an everyday nap Writing a book with dyslexia Andy’s strategies for staying awake during a race People suffering quietly Sharing our struggles, we realize we are more alike than we thought
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