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🤕 Karen & Rachel's Injury Check-Ins, Running Tan Lines, Managing Allergy Season, Thoughts On Cross Training, + Shoe Recs
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May 20, 20261:11:58
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In today’s episode, Karen and Rachel share updates on their recent injuries and how they’re navigating recovery. Karen has been able to keep training through her injury to an extent, while Rachel is taking time away from running to focus on healing and getting healthy again.
Fortunately, Megan is healthy and continuing to build momentum in training! She shares updates on her recent workouts and mileage progression.
The trio also dives into the return of unavoidable summer sports bra tan lines, tips for training during allergy season, and some of their go-to running shoe recommendations.
Plus, a few listener questions:
- How do run club track sessions work when everyone is running different paces or following different workouts?
- How long do carbon-plated racing shoes typically last compared to everyday trainers?
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- New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 v14
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