Show Notes
Runner’s World Editor-in-Chief David Willey starts his journey to complete a lifelong goal as a runner—qualify for the Boston Marathon. With the help of the same team at Nike guiding the best runners in the world to run under two hours in the marathon, David goes for his own audacious goal of BQing in 2017 with the help of a data-centric training approach. (2:03) Running coach Jenny Hadfield shares her tips for making smart goals—and sticking to them. Plus, her personal start in the sport and the greatest success stories from her clients. (30:33) In the Kick, fast times at the Dubai Marathon, how to better navigate the race expo, and a look at the most popular running routes in the country. (1:00:26) The Runner’s World Show is brought to you by Aaptiv, an on-demand audio fitness app that you can do at home, at the gym, outdoors—anywhere. Get your first month free when you sign up for a monthly subscription at aaptiv.com and use the promo code “RUN.” This episode is also sponsored by Harry’s. Their razors have five precision-engineered blades that deliver a close, comfortable shave. You can try their shave set for free when you sign up. (You just cover shipping.) Fans of The Runner’s World Show can go to Harrys.com and enter the code “RUN” at checkout to get a free post-shave balm. Episode Credits: Host: David Willey
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