#732 - Dan Montgomery: A 15 Min. PR and 3:11 Marathon at 51

Join us as Dan Montgomery shares his remarkable evolution from casual runner to competitive marathoner over 25 years - including a blistering 3:11:53 at the McKirdy Micro Marathon at 51 years old! Discover how disciplined training, strategic nutrition, and unwavering commitment transformed his body and performance. This episode offers valuable insights for runners of all levels aiming for continuous improvement.

Main Topics:

Dan's unlikely start in running and early marathon experiences

His journey through injuries, nutrition adjustments, and body composition changes

How working with a nutritionist and focusing on macros improved his marathon times

The mental shift from health to performance goals

The discipline and routines behind his race day success

Strategies for sodium management and fueling in cold weather

His ambitious long-term goals, including chasing the marathon majors record

The importance of mindset, consistency, and trusting the process

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