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Why You Have to Run SLOW to Race FAST (The Science of Easy Running)
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Why You Have to Run SLOW to Race FAST (The Science of Easy Running)
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Jun 11, 20261:06:505.5K views
Why does every marathon training plan tell you to run slow... even when your goal race pace is over a minute faster per mile? Michael, Alex, and Katelyn break down the science behind easy running, the 80/20 rule, zone 2 training, and why running slow is the single biggest unlock for becoming a faster marathoner.
Chapters:
0:00 – Intro, Banter & What We're Covering
18:07 – Listener Voice Note: Martina on German Pronunciation & NYC Events
21:34 – Ad: Lagoon Sleep Pillows
23:47 – Why You Must Run Slow to Race Fast (Main Topic)
52:37 – Pronunciation Tangent: Capillaries, Claude & Canadian Quirks
54:49 – Should You Race Again After a DNF? The Revenge Race Question
1:05:55 – Outro & How to Connect With Us
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1 hour 6 minutes.
