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🎉 Now is the time to join the best club in running The LetsRun.com Supporters Club https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public use code GOAT50 to save 50% off your first year. 🎉 World Cross Country returned to American soil for the first time in 32 years and Tallahassee delivered! We break down Jacob Kiplimo's dominant third title, Agnes Ngetich's historic 42-second victory margin, and why American men continue to struggle at World XC despite track success. Plus: The Cooper Lutkenhaus flag moment, Rojo's $500 marathon bet. In Houston Habtom Samuel's debut was as success, 59:01 (course record), as four Americans broke 60 minutes (Alex Maier (59:23), Casey Clinger (59:34), Ryan Ford (59:48), Isai Rodriguez (59:57)), Rory Linkletter got the Canadian record (59:49), Taylor Roe became the 2nd fastest American ever (66.20) and American Zouhair Talbi ran 2:05:45. Astacked Millrose two-mile field featuring Cole Hocker, Josh Kerr, Grant Fisher, (Wightman, Beamish, Strand, Blanks, Wolfe). Plus, Andreas Almgren amd Brenda Jepchumba impressed in Valencia. Links: World Cross Country 2026 Coverage LetsRun Forum Thread: Why Are Americans Competitive on Track but Get Destroyed at World XC? Craig Virgin Interview on YouTube Cooper Lutkenhause gets LetsRun Flag Houston Half Marathon coverage Shop the World XC Shirts: shop.letsrun.com Show notes: 00:00 Start 00:24 World Cross Country Recap & Tallahassee Celebration 05:20 The Let's Run Meetup & Craig Virgin's Hope 06:23 Cooper Lutkenhaus & The Let's Run Flag Story 09:04 Athletes & Fans Unite at World Cross 13:02 The $500 Bet & Party Stories 15:18 Jacob Kiplimo & Agnes Ngetich Dominate 17:45 Kiplimo's Legacy & All-Time Greatness 21:20 Why Americans Struggle at World Cross 25:15 US Men's Disappointing Team Performance 28:36 Track vs Cross Country: Different Sports? 30:35 Theories on African Dominance in XC 33:52 Women's Race & Rising Stars (Marta Alemayo wins junior race) 38:30 Should World Cross Return to Tallahassee? 44:04 Australia Wins Mixed Relay Gold 59:05 Houston Half Marathon: Americans Go Sub-60 (Maier,Klinger, Ford, Rodriguez) 1:09:09 Rojo's $500 Marathon Bet Confirmed 1:10:22 Indoor Track Preview: Millrose & New Balance Indoor Grand Prix 1:17:50 Valencia 10K & Brenda Jepchumba's Breakthrough 1:24:38 Final Thoughts & Shoutouts Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/1a6bd57d-c16d-49e8-b7e9-f1442c32158d

🎉 Thank you Tallahassee! Thank you LetsRun Nation. Now is the time to join the best club in running The LetsRun.com Supporters Club https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public use code GOAT50 to save 50% off your first year. 🎉 The 2026 World Cross Country Championships are in the books! Live from the LetsRun party in Tallahassee we break down all the action from what was an incredible day for distance running with over 10,000 fans in attendance. East Africa strikes back with dominant performances across all individual races, while Australia claims a historic mixed relay gold. We recap Jacob Kiplimo's third consecutive senior men's title, Agnes Ngetich's dominant 42-second victory in the women's race, and Team USA's results. Plus: the Rocky Hansen controversy , special guest Ned Ryun (Jim Ryun's son) shares incredible stories including how his father received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Blair Bartlett's breakout performance as a high school junior in her first cross country season, Tyler Daillak's gutsy run finishing top American with one shoe, and a Cooper Lutkenhaus sighting at the course. Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club at https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Timestamps: 0:00 Than you & join our club 01:25 Introduction & Event Recap 03:35 Senior Men's Race: Jacob Kiplimo Dominates 08:04 Team USA Men's Results led by Parker Wolfe 11:17 Rocky Hansen Controversy 19:50 Senior Women's Race: Agnes Ngetich Dominates 24:21 LetsRun Flag Bearers Join the Show 28:33 Team USA Women's Results 31:24 Graham Blanks 32:25 Ned Ryun: Jim Ryun's Son Joins the Show 38:55 Jim Ryun's Presidential Medal of Freedom Story 45:00 Junior Races & Blair Bartlett Breakout & Tyler Daillak with 1 shoe 50:07 Cooper Lutkenhaus Sighting & Wrap Up Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/5d0722ef-714a-489a-ba3c-881ed45d2a10

Sage Hurta Klecker joins us 77:51 to discuss her amazing 2025, this weekend's world cross country race, and her 2026 plans including a possible American record attempt at the Millrose Games. (Written highlights here) We kick off 2026 with our annual 2025 Quiz,J ohnson vs. Johnson, testing the brothers' knowledge of the past year in running. Then we review our 2025 Bold Predictions (Robert nailed the Emmanuel Wanyonyi call!) and make our 2026 Bold Predictions, including hot takes on Quincy Wilson, Athing Mu, Cole Hocker, and Cooper Lutkenhaus. Plus: Hakone Ekiden TV ratings, Ethiopian athletes denied visas for World XC, Beatrice Chebet's pregnancy announcement, and an interview with Sage Hurta-Klecker ahead of World Cross Country and the Millrose Games. 🎟️ World Cross Country Party — Join us in Tallahassee! Township, 3-6 PM Saturday after the races. RSVP: [email protected] 🎽 World XC Prediction Contest — Enter before the race! Contest will be live by Wednesday! 👕 LetsRun Shirts — Almost sold out! Shop at shop.letsrun.com Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club at LetsRun.com/subscribe — get a free T-shirt and access to the Friday 15 Worlds preview podcast Links: Ethiopian visa rejections article Beatrice Chebet pregnant/ missing world xc Millrose Games tickets Fast People Podcast (Sarah Lorge Butler) Sage Hurta Klecker article Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction & World XC Party Promo 06:14 Quiz: January — Women's Half Marathon Record Breakers 08:23 Quiz: February — Fisher & Nuguse World Records 09:43 Quiz: March — Hobbs Kessler's Fuel 10:54 Quiz: April — Boston Marathon Towns 13:31 Quiz: May — US Diamond League Winners 14:36 Quiz: June — NCAA Distance Titles 16:47 Quiz: July — Women's Marathon World Record 18:24 Quiz: August — First Time US Champions 20:06 Quiz: September — European World Medalists 23:22 Quiz: October — Josh Hoey's Six Coaches 26:12 Quiz: November — Sub-2:09 American Marathoners 30:38 Quiz: December — Brooks XC Championships 33:12 Quiz: Tiebreaker — Cole Hocker's 5K World Championship Time 36:11 Reflecting on 2025 Bold Predictions 40:32 News: Hakone Ekiden TV Ratings 44:40 BP Robert #1 — Quincy Wilson Won't PR in 2026 45:33 BP Jon #1 — Quincy Wilson World Leader in 400m 47:26 BP Weldon #1 — Cole Hocker Breaks Mile World Record at Pre Classic 51:07 BP Robert #2 — Athing Mu Won't Race in 2026 52:33 BP Jon #2 — Non-African Born Man Breaks 8:00 in Steeplechase 53:35 BP Robert #3 — Cooper Lutkenhaus Breaks 800m World Record 1:00:04 BP Jon #3 — Enhanced Games Won't Happen 1:01:48 BP Weldon #2 — Geordie Beamish Won't Win a Steeplechase 1:03:28 BP Weldon #3 — USA Wins the World Cup 1:08:40 News: Ethiopian Athletes Denied Visas for World XC 1:16:06 News: Beatrice Chebet Announces Pregnancy 1:17:51 Interview: Sage Hurta-Klecker 1:25:31 Sage: 2025 Season & Breakthrough 1:28:59 Sage: Training Insights 1:37:45 Sage: Millrose Games 1000m 1:42:21 Sage: Pacing Faith Kipyegon Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/229af53c-e8e7-4483-a029-7627a2df514a

🏃 Get your World XC shirts today Get your official World XC shirts before they're gone! Shop now at shop.letsrun.com It's the final LetsRun.com podcast of 2025 — our Year in Review episode! What a year it was: Americans breaking world records, Cole Hocker winning 5K gold at Worlds, the rise and fall of Grand Slam Track, Donovan Brazier's incredible comeback, and 16-year-old Cooper Lutkenhaus running 1:42 for 800 meters. We hand out our awards for Race of the Year, Flop of the Year, Runner of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Person of the Year. Plus: the wild stat about non-African born men sweeping distance golds at Worlds, Faith Kipyegon's controversial sub-4 attempt, Fred Kerley's fall from grace, Erriyon Knighton's ban, and Sebastian Sawe's remarkable anti-doping gesture. 🎽 World XC Shirts: Get yours before the deadline! Two designs available at shop.letsrun.com 🎉 World XC Party: Join us at Township in Tallahassee, Saturday January 10th at 3:00 PM after the races! Join the Supporters Club at LetsRun.com/subscribe Links: Discussion:What were your favorite moments of 2025? Discussion: Who were the biggest losers of 2025? World XC Shirts - shop.letsrun.com Dan Michalski feature article Shelby Houlihan pod Evan Jager pod Grand Slam Track bankruptcy thread Timestamps: 00:00 World XC Shirts Promo & Party Info 02:04 Intro: 2025 Year in Review 02:43 Jane Hedengren & US Teen Stars 03:19 Rojo's "Friday 15" Solo Pod 05:01 Robert's Complexity & Ethiopian Guest 06:19 Unbelievable Events of 2025: A List 08:30 Rise of Non-African Born Distance Runners 17:39 Donovan Brazier's Comeback 20:05 Shelby Houlihan's Return 23:45 Evan Jager & The "Likely Doping" List 25:41 Cole Hocker: US Distance GOAT? 32:60 Jakob Ingebrigtsen's Indoor Double Gold 37:10 Grand Slam Track: Flop of the Year 47:46 Indoor World Records: Nuguse & Fisher 48:33 Hobbs Kessler's Tough Year 53:52 Race of the Year: US 800m Final 59:08 American Records & US Runner of the Year Debate 1:04:37 Faith Kipyegon's Sub-4 Attempt Controversy 1:12:52 Fred Kerley's Fall from Grace 1:15:53 Erriyon Knighton's Ban 1:23:34 Sebastian Sawe's Anti-Doping Gesture 1:28:20 Performance & Coach of the Year Awards 1:32:09 Person of the Year: Donovan Brazier Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/ea24f196-732f-4716-be6d-52dd121ee4f9

It's the final pod before Christmas and we've got a packed episode! Evan Jager joins us at 52:45 to put a bow on his incredible career. The Marathon Project 2.0 results are in — Priscah Cherono wins the women's race at age 45 in a 2+ minute PB, while JP Flavin takes the men's title and Turner Wiley runs 2:09 as an unsponsored father working full-time with D2 college PRs. Ben Rosa becomes the youngest person in history to break 4:00 in the mile and 2:10 in the marathon in the same year. Plus: World Cross Country team announcements from France and Ethiopia, the Emily Venters/Evelyn Kimboy NCAA controversy and what it reveals about FERPA, and our full exit interview with Evan Jager reflecting on his incredible steeplechase career — the 2015 Paris fall, Olympic silver, the Oregon Project split, Fancy Bears, and his new job with Nomio in Sweden. 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Give a LetsRun.com Supporters Club Gift Membership for $67 or get the USAXC shirts. https://shop.letsrun.com/ Or join yourself at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Links: Marathon Project Results Marathon Project Experience Thread Emily Venters/Evelyn Kimboy Discussion Thread World XC Course Preview Shop LetsRun - New USA XC Shirts, or Give Supporters Club as a gift Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Holiday Gift Plug 01:06 Introductions, Patriots/Ravens talk, Christmas cards 04:01 Weldon's Central Park run 08:06 Marathon Project Women's Race — Priscah Cherono wins at 45 12:12 Marathon Project Men's Race — JP Flavin , Turner Wiley , Ben Rosa 18:34 Ivy League Runner of the Week: Ben Rosa 21:14 Blue Collar Runner of the Week: Turner Wiley 25:38 Marathon Project viability discussion 28:54 Paul Chelimo marathon pr (2:10:55) 31:58 World Cross Country Preview — France & Ethiopia teams 41:21 Emily Venters/Evelyn Kimboy NCAA controversy 46:21 RoJo's FERPA rant 52:15 EVAN JAGER INTERVIEW START 53:28 Impact on American distance running 54:57 Reflections on retirement 59:54 Turning pro at 19 with Jerry Schumacher 65:30 The brutal first year with Bowerman 70:23 Alberto Salazar & Oregon Project history 75:55 Transition to steeplechase 83:42 The iconic 2015 Paris Diamond League fall 99:49 Rio Olympics silver medal 107:22 2018 injury and career derailment 110:45 Fancy Bears leak response 116:58 Thoughts on Shelby Houlihan 124:34 How he wants to be remembered 127:59 The hair evolution 131:19 Rapid fire: Best kicker ( Ezekiel Kemboi ), greatest rival ( Conseslus Kipruto ) 136:12 New job with Nomio in Sweden 141:29 His daughter's athletic future Shop LetsRun - New USA XC Shirts, or Give Supporters Club as a gift Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/2fab0394-d64b-4a0b-83ed-dd7765949544

Rosario breaks down the 2025 men's and women's races for you. It's Sunday morning at 9:15 am ET. Get the new shirt here: The LetsRun.com Store 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Give a LetsRun.com Supporters Club Gift Membership for $67: link Or join yourself at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/458dc0a6-dad2-4618-bb0c-274ae7f7bbba

It's mid-December and the running news keeps coming! Grand Slam Track filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy — we dig into the creditor list, the shocking $272K owed to Citius Mag, and what it reveals about the league's spending. On Friday, we broke the news that Athing Mu has left coach Bobby Kersee and moved to Dallas — what's next for her? Plus race recaps from the Brooks XC Championships, the Kalakaua Merrie Mile in Hawaii, and European Cross Country in Portugal. 279.26 we're joined by Yared Nuguse, who previews his quest for a fourth straight Wanamaker Mile title at the Millrose Games on February 1st. Can he break the world record in the indoor mile again? 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Give a LetsRun.com Supporters Club Gift Membership for $67: link Or join yourself at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Shop LetsRun: Get your USA World XC gold shirts and more at shop.letsrun.comhttps://shop.letsrun.com/ Links: Millrose Games / Wanamaker Mile Tickets Grad Slam Track Bankruptcy & Creditors List Article The Athletic: Grand Slam Track Fundning Breakdown Athing Mu Leaves Bobby Kersee Article Brooks XC Championships Results European Cross Country Results Euro XC finish video that Jon got 1 million views on Kalakaua Merrie Mile Results The Marathon Project Info LetsRun Supporters Club Gift subscription LetsRun Suporters Club subscription for yourself Shop LetsRun Timestamps: 00:00 LetsRun Holiday Merch Plug — Shop.LetsRun.com 01:27 Introductions 03:00 Grand Slam Track Bankruptcy — Creditor list breakdown, athletes owed money 03:23 Flashback: Jonathan Gault's question to Michael Johnson in Jamaica 05:44 Citius Mag paid $272K by Grand Slam Track — Disclosure controversy 08:07 Grand Slam's financial relationship with media outlets 11:37 Athlete Appearance Fee Analysis — Reverse engineering what stars were paid (Sydney McLaughlin, Gabby Thomas, Josh Kerr, etc.) 15:23 How much did Grand Slam actually raise and spend? 19:42 Production costs & other creditors — $3M to TV production, $690K for graphics 24:55 Athing Mu Leaves Coach Bobby Kersee — Moved to Dallas, no new coach announced 26:06 LetsRun Supporters Club plug — Emergency podcast for members 28:36 Speculation: Is Athing Mu retiring? Pregnant? Finding a new coach? 31:46 Top Coach Candidates for Athing Mu — Justin Rinaldi, Chris Catton, Chris Cappo 35:27 Training group concerns for Mu in Dallas 38:36 Brooks XC Championships Recap — Jackson Spencer wins boys, Natasha Dudek wins girls 39:54 NXN vs. Footlocker/Brooks — Do we need two national championships? 45:02 Purpose of dual national championships debate 49:25 Jakob Ingebrigtsen Skips European Cross Country — Injury concerns 53:11 European Cross Country Recap — Jimmy Gressier vs. Thierry Ndikumwenayo, Nadia Battocletti wins women's 55:31 Jonathan's viral tweet of the men's finish 57:51 Nick Griggs (Ireland) & Innes Fitzgerald (UK) — Rising young stars 61:19 Kalakaua Merrie Mile Recap — Josh Hoey wins men's (3:55), Sinclaire Johnson wins women's (4:21 American Record) 65:43 Analysis: Hoey, Hobbs Kessler, Yared Nuguse, Nico Young, Ollie Hoare 71:43 Women's Mile: Sinclaire Johnson dominates Nikki Hiltz 75:23 USA Indoors 1500m Preview — Could be one of the greatest races ever 77:08 The Marathon Project Preview — Paul Chelimo's marathon debut 79:26 Interview: Yared Nuguse — Wanamaker Mile preview, going for 4th straight title 83:00 Will Yared step up to the 2-mile at Millrose? 85:13 Reflecting on the 2025 season — Highs and lows 87:40 Changing tactics for USAs 90:05 Thoughts on the World Championship 1500m Final 92:12 Was Cole Hocker's DQ fair? 95:49 Indoor Season Plans — Targeting the 1500m at World Indoors 97:53 Training dynamics with Geordie Beamish 100:26 Racing the Merrie Mile in Hawaii 102:43 Goals for the 2026 Season — 5K attempt, mile record chase 108:06 The collapse of Grand Slam Track — Yared's perspective as an athlete 115:12 Yared Nuguse on coming out publicly — Reaction from Notre Dame, Ethiopian community, and the running world 121:52 Closing & Holiday Gift Plug — Shop.LetsRun.com Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend! Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/932c4f60-cade-4ce4-a055-bf17d9ee0318

🏃 Presented by Aletheia Run The wearable that helps you run stronger, avoid injury, and know why. Get a free trial (just pay shipping) and save 10% for a year with code LETSRUN10: https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial Fresh off his victory at the US Cross Country Championships, Parker Wolfe joins the LetsRun.com Track Talk podcast. The 2024 NCAA 5,000m champion and now US Cross Country champion discusses his transition to professional running with Nike's Swoosh Track Club in Flagstaff, training alongside Nico Young, his goals for World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, and the incredible depth of American distance running. Plus: teammate trash talk with Ethan Strand, the injury that cost him his NCAA title defense, and why he thinks Team USA can medal at World Cross. Aletheia Run sponsored our US Cross Country coverage this week. Developed by sports scientists in Eugene after two decades of research, it's the only device that gives you a force portrait of your running form, detecting issues invisible to the naked eye. Personalized drills, targeted feedback, and real insight into your biomechanics. Try it free & save 10% with code LETSRUN10 https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Give a LetsRun.com Supporters Club Gift Membership for $67: Click here Or join yourself at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Parker Wolfe tshirts Timestamps: 00:00 Aletheia Run 00:20 Gift the gift of LetsRun.com 00:48 Aletheia Run - Run Smarter, Try for Free with code LETSRUN10 02:06 Introduction: Parker Wolfe, 2024 NCAA Champion & US Cross Country Champion 04:28 Training approach: Strength-based, minimal sharpening 06:08 Winning the National Title - Was he surprised? 08:51 Training with Nico Young at Swoosh Track Club 12:02 Future pro rivalries - Competing with teammates for team spots 14:57 Teammate trash talk with Ethan Strand 17:33 Life in Flagstaff - Roommates with Ethan Strand and Liam Murphy 19:23 What he didn't love about college teams 22:01 Moh Ahmed update - Training with the Canadian star 23:05 World Cross Country goals - Team medal potential 25:55 Make the case: Why fans should go to Tallahassee 28:17 The comeback: Six weeks of training to USAs 29:37 Fifth Avenue Mile - The perfect way to end the season 30:36 Physical therapy family - Both parents are PTs 32:27 The altitude-born advantage - Denver native 34:13 ACC Championship incident with Rocky Hansen 36:17 Turning pro with Nike - Why he chose Swoosh Track Club 38:21 Coach Mike Smith's creative training approach 39:21 Video games & free time - Madden, Fortnite, and movie nights 41:34 Bill Belichick at UNC 43:04 2026 Season Strategy - Millrose two-mile, fast 5K 44:02 World Ultimate Championships consideration 46:39 Depth of US distance running - Grant Fisher, Nico Young, Cole Hocker, Graham Blanks 48:22 Americans winning Diamond Leagues - The new normal 50:35 Parker Wolfe t-shirts plug 51:11 Aletheia Run outro 52:06 Give the gift of LetsRun Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/751a31c1-d108-45f0-81a6-c5ae1be777ac

We break down the massive breaking news that Olympic 800m champion Athing Mu has parted ways with coach Bobby Kersee and relocates\d to Dallas. Plus: Stanford NCAA champion Roisin Willis turns pro early, and Weldon Johnson joins late from all the way out on the West Coast. 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Give a LetsRun.com Supporters Club Gift Membership for $67: https://shop.letsrun.com/collections/all/products/gift-supporters-club-membership Or join yourself at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Links: Breaking News: Athing Mu Parts Ways with Coach Bobby Kersee Official Message Board Discussion on Athing Mu Roisin Willis Turns Pro Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Emergency Podcast 00:53 Breaking News: Mu leaves Kersee 01:50 Athing Mu's career recap: From Olympic Gold to recent struggles 03:33 Analyzing the 2024 season & "disastrous" results 05:59 The move to Dallas: Who will coach her? (Chris Kapo? Local college coaches?) 10:14 Bobby Kersee's reaction: "I loved her attitude" 13:38 Was it burnout, health, or coaching fit? 17:48 Roisin Willis turns pro early 19:30 Weldon Johnson joins the show 23:23 Join the Letsrun.com Supporters Club for $67 a year of $6.76 a month with code LETSRUN67. Join yourself here G ift subscriptions here Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/4ce3389c-4409-45c3-a229-b11f726a4e92

🏃 Presented by Aletheia Run — The wearable that helps you run stronger, avoid injury, and know why. Get a free trial (just pay shipping) and save 10% for a year with code LETSRUN10: https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial What a weekend of running! Team USA for next month's World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee is set, with Parker Wolfe and Weini Kelati your champs as Gracie Morris & Ethan Strand win too. At BU, Josh Hoey obliterated the world indoor record in the 600 meters while Jane Hedengren crushed the NCAA record in the 5,000 in her first collegiate track race. Then on Sunday, John Korir bounced back from his Chicago disappointment to win the Valencia Marathon in a massive negative split, while Joyciline Jepkosgei outlasted Peres Jepchirchir in the first race ever with two women under 2:15. Plus: Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee ran 2:06, number two Brit ever behind only Mo Farah. Aletheia Run sponsored our USA XC coverage. Developed by sports scientists in Eugene after two decades of research, it's the only device that gives you a force portrait of your running form, detecting issues invisible to the naked eye. Personalized drills, targeted feedback, and real insight into your biomechanics. Try it free & save 10% with code LETSRUN10: https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial 🎁 Supporters Club: Join at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Links: Aletheia Run Try it free & save 10% with code LETSRUN10 Meetup in Tallahassee - Town Hall, 3-6 PM after World XC USA XC results Josh Hoey 600m World Record Interview Jane Hedengren BU 5K Race Recap Valencia Marathon Results Marco Langan Interview (Warning: F-bombs) Shelby Houlihan Post-Race Comments CIM USA Marathon Championships Results Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Aletheia Run: Train Smarter 00:01:18 - Introductions, Weldon's vacation, prediction contest recap 00:03:17 - Let's Run Meet Up at World XC - Town Hall, 3-6 PM 00:05:45 - Men's USA XC: Parker Wolfe wins, Rocky Hansen impressive 2nd 00:07:20 - USA Track & Field skipping World Relays - budget concerns 00:09:45 - Grant Fisher skipping USA XC discussion 00:11:28 - Team USA medal chances at World XC 00:14:08 - Men's USA XC: Biggest winners & losers - Teare, Hunter, Bosley miss out 00:17:35 - Huge run for Parker Wolfe - why we made the shirts 00:20:27 - Women's USA XC: Kelati wins, Katie Izzo impressive 2nd 00:24:30 - Valby & Tuohy miss the team - what's going on? 00:30:18 - Women's USA XC: NCAA champions struggling as pros 00:35:05 - Grant Fisher at USA XC as spectator 00:36:45 - Mixed Relay Storylines: Gracie Morris & Wes Porter make team 00:40:18 - Alistair & Amy Cragg - Coaches of the Year? 00:42:30 - Atmosphere at USA XC - crowd concerns 00:45:50 - NXN: Jackson Spencer wins, headed to BYU 00:47:38 - Niwot Colorado wins team title - genetics in running debate 00:51:00 - Addy Ritzenhein, genetics, and the nature vs. nurture discussion 00:56:32 - Valencia Marathon Women: Jepkosgei 2:14:00, Jepchirchir 2:14:43 00:58:00 - World #1 Women's Marathon debate: Jepkosgei vs. Assefa vs. Jepchirchir 01:00:15 - Valencia Marathon Men: John Korir dominates 01:02:55 - Non-African born runners & doping discussion 01:04:35 - Alex Yee runs 2:06 - Olympic triathlon champ's marathon debut 01:07:11 - Americans in Valencia: Emma Bates (hemochromatosis diagnosis), Keira D'Amato 01:09:03 - Why is 2:14 the new normal for women's marathoning? 01:13:06 - Male pacers in women's races - is it fair? 01:16:20 - Rojo & Weldon's world record pacing stories 01:19:40 - Josh Hoey obliterates 600m World Record - 1:12.84 01:21:30 - Hoey's split from coach Justin Ranaldi - what happened? 01:27:00 - Can Hoey break the 800m World Record? Heated debate 01:33:21 - Shelby Houlihan's motivation struggles post-suspension 01:40:23 - Jane Hedengren smashes NCAA 5000m Record - 14:44 01:44:40 - Phenoms & burnout - are we pushing too early? 01:48:12 - Other BU Results: Habtom Samuel vs. Marco Langan 01:51:32 - CIM Marathon Results - Molly Born wins, Sarah Hall 2nd at 41 01:54:42 - Upcoming: Brooks XC Championships, European XC Championships Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend! Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/52421a90-45d2-4c8c-bb0e-e42058a687c0

🏃 Presented by Aletheia Run — This Friday 15 is FREE thanks to Aletheia Run! The wearable that helps you run stronger, avoid injury, and know why. Get a free trial (just pay shipping) and save 10% for a year with code LETSRUN10: https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial It's the biggest weekend in American XC running in a generation! The USA Cross Country Championships are Saturday in Portland, Oregon. We break down the men's and women's fields, make our picks for who makes the World XC team, and debate whether the muddy NXN course will play spoiler. Nico Young or Graham Blanks? Weini Kelati or Shelby Houlihan? What about Valby, Tuohy and Jones? Plus: the Valencia Marathon preview with Peres Jepchirchir, Joyciline Jepkosgei, and Americans Emma Bates and Keira D'Amato chasing fast times, and a quick look at the CIM US Marathon Championships in Sacramento. Show notes & links below. Aletheia Run is sponsoring our US Cross Country coverage this week — making this episode FREE for everyone! Developed by sports scientists in Eugene after two decades of research, it's the only device that gives you a force portrait of your running form, detecting issues invisible to the naked eye. Personalized drills, targeted feedback, and real insight into your biomechanics. Try it free & save 10% with code LETSRUN10: https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Give a LetsRun.com Supporters Club Gift Membership for $67: https://shop.letsrun.com/collections/all/products/gift-supporters-club-membership Or join yourself at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Links: Aletheia Run — Free Trial Jonathan Gault's USA Cross Country Preview __ https://www.letsrun.com/ __ Graham Blanks T-Shirt Valencia Marathon Preview CIM US Marathon Championships Info Timestamps: 00:00 Aletheia Run Sponsor & Intro — This Friday 15 is FREE! 02:08 USA XC Preview: Overview — The most exciting US Cross Country in 33 years 08:30 Men's Contenders: Cooper Teare & Drew Hunter — Are the track studs ready for the mud? 18:26 Men's Predictions: The Favorites — Graham Blanks vs. Nico Young, who wins? 25:50 Men's Predictions: The Team — RoJo, Weldon, and Gault make their picks 30:31 USA XC Women's Preview: Favorites — Weini Kelati vs. Shelby Houlihan 39:17 Women's Contenders: The Field — Carrie Ellwood, Emma Grace Hurley, Karissa Schweizer & more 45:40 Women's Predictions: The Team — Parker Valby, Katelyn Tuohy debate 48:28 Dani Jones Debate — Former NCAA XC champ enters the 10K, is she a dark horse? 54:50 Shelby Houlihan & Burrito Track Club — Will she wear the shirt for $5,000? 56:56 Mixed Relay Preview — The 4x2K relay picks 59:03 Valencia Marathon Preview: Women's Race — Peres Jepchirchir, Joyciline Jepkosgei headline 1:01:29 The Favorites: Jepchirchir & Jepkosgei — Who takes the win? 1:02:29 Keira D'Amato & Aging — Can she still compete at 41? 1:05:11 Emma Bates Sub-2:20 Goal — Is this her breakout race? 1:07:09 Australian Record Watch — Sinead Diver's 2:21:43 in danger? 1:13:22 Valencia Marathon Preview: Men's Race — Kelvin Kiptum's course record holder status, tactical racing 1:17:50 College Football Rant — Lane Kiffin, Indiana, and why the sport needs a commissioner 1:21:22 US Marathon Championships — CIM in Sacramento, $20K prize purse, Olympic standard bonuses 1:21:50 Outro & Aletheia Run Plug — Have a great weekend! Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN (1-844-538-7786) podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend — and thank Aletheia Run for making this episode free! Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/a31c885a-1378-4629-8510-4d5715e03d0c

🏃 Presented by Aletheia Run The wearable that helps you run stronger, avoid injury, and know why. Get a free trial (just pay shipping) and save 10% for a year with code LETSRUN10: https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial It's one of the busiest weeks on the running calendar! The US Cross Country Championships are just days away in Portland, Oregon, the biggest professional cross country race on American soil in decades. Nine of the top 11 American men are entered. We break down who's running, who's skipping (and whether their excuses hold up), and make our picks. Plus: Jane Hedengren's BU 5K debut and NCAA record chase, Josh Hoey's 600m world record attempt, Quincy Wilson's over-the-top college announcement, Grand Slam Track on the verge of bankruptcy, and the controversial World Athletics Athlete of the Year picks that snubbed Beatrice Chebet. Aletheia Run is sponsoring our US Cross Country coverage this week. Developed by sports scientists in Eugene after two decades of research, it's the only device that gives you a force portrait of your running form, detecting issues invisible to the naked eye. Personalized drills, targeted feedback, and real insight into your biomechanics. Try it free & save 10% with code LETSRUN10 https://www.aletheia.run/start-my-free-trial 🎁 Holiday Gift Idea: Give a LetsRun.com Supporters Club Gift Membership for $67: https://shop.letsrun.com/collections/all/products/gift-supporters-club-membership Or join yourself at LetsRun.com/subscribe — use code LETSRUN67 for $67/year or $6.76/month. Links: Aletheia Run US Cross Country Championships who is in & out * Thread Evan Jager exit interview discussion Grand Slam Track financial news Timestamps: 00:00 Aletheia Run 1:16 Introductions, Patriots/Ravens talk, Thanksgiving stories 05:24 Aletheia Run wearable 08:18 US Cross Country Championships Preview: The field 10:46 Who is skipping US Cross? Grant Fisher, Cole Hocker, Dylan Jacobs 19:37 Who is running? Graham Blanks, Nico Young, Cooper Teare 25:47 Supporters Club & Evan Jager interview plug 27:36 More US Cross entrants: Hacker, Kincaid, Bosley, etc. 33:54 Looking back at the 2019 NCAA XC freshman class (Hocker) 37:47 Wesley Kiptoo, Dan Michalski, Paul Chelimo 40:58 Women's US Cross Preview 41:32 Women skipping: Josette Andrews, Elise Cranny, Alicia Monson 44:45 Morgan Beadlescomb, Bailey Hertenstein, Taylor Roe 47:45 BU 5000m Preview: Jane Hedengren expectations 51:48 Quincy Wilson picks Maryland 58:02 Elise Cranny out 1:00:51 Parker Valby, Katelyn Tuohy in 1:02:35 Former NCAA champ Dani Jones makes a return 1:06:03 Text message of the week: NCAAs & limits on foreigners? 1:15:14 Grand Slam Track asks everyone to take 50% haircut 1:20:20 Nike Cross Nationals (NXN) aned teenage development 1:25:23 BU Season Opener & Josh Hoey's WR attempt 1:27:27 CIM USA Marathon Champs Preview 1:28:40 World Athletics Athlete of the Year Awards controversy - Sydney McLaughlin & Mondo Duplantis win, Melissa Jefferson Wooden and Beatrice Chebet snubbed. Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Spread the word to a friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/683ba492-b109-4e32-a14c-5377690ccbfd

Evan Jager's officially retired & the NCAA Cross Country Championships are in the books and we break it all down. We talk Jager’s legacy, course cutting, foreign recruiting, Hedengren vs Lemngole, OSU’s dynasty, Rocky Hansen’s breakout, Ryan Schoppe’s heroics, and more. Quick reminder: the best running gift on earth is a Gift Supporters Club Membership for $67 . https://shop.letsrun.com/collections/all/products/gift-supporters-club-membership Quick Links: Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club: https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Gift the SC Membership (67 dollars): https://shop.letsrun.com/collections/all/products/gift-supporters-club-membership Links for rest of pod coming Timestamps: 00:00 Black Friday Deals and why the Supporters Club Gift Membership at 67 dollars is a no brainer 00:35 Evan Jager audio from the iconic Paris fall 01:40 Start of the show 03:00 Evan Jager’s career and the race that defined him 08:35 The impact Jager had on US distance running 14:15 Jager betting on himself as a freshman 17:45 LetsRun small talk from nationals weekend 28:45 Course cutting at NCAAs and what should have been done 44:50 Rojo’s near death driving adventure 47:29 Do runners ever get DQd in cross country 52:27 Breaking down Jane Hedengren and Doris Lemngole’s race 58:20 NC State is officially a dynasty 01:04:03 The foreigner debate 01:06:53 A team of all star Americans would have finished 01:11:09 Rojo gets to the bottom of the foreign explosion 01:23:10 Men’s race analysis 01:25:06 Simeon Birnbaum and Connor Burns 01:28:36 Ryan Schoppe fifth man of the week plus Where Your Dreams Become Reality Runner of the Week 01:31:09 Sadie Engelhardt steps up 01:34:04 Closing thoughts and upcoming events Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/8cf35cfd-7fb2-4ab0-a813-117ccf6e4ed5

The NCAA Cross Country Championships are Saturday and we break them down. Can Jane Hedengren be the first freshman to win NCAAs on the women’s side in 40 years? Is she as fit as any American ever? Can Habtom Samuel get over the hump? What about Brian Musau and Rocky Hansen? Will NC State and Oklahoma State climb atop the podium once again? USATF’s books are out and we break them down. Show notes with timestamps below. Want our live NCAA preview podcast as a podcast? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Quick Links: Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club Thread of the Week: Will Jane Hedengren's height hold her back? Max Siegel video NCAA Cross Country is RUINED – Florida Women, OSU, New Mexico thread New NCAA ranking system Deals of the Week: 💻 MacBook Air (The one Wejo uses) $750 Save $250 👟 Nike Pegasus Plus: Save $52 👻 Brooks Ghost 16: $99 ✨ Brooks Ghost 17: add to cart for price drop ☁️ On Cloudswift 4: $135.99 🔥 Nike Pegasus 41: $109 Timestamps: 00:00 Join Us at the NCAA Cross Country Event! 00:29 Shop.letsrun.com 01:05 Enter NCAA Prediction Contest 01:52 Welcome to the Let's Run Track Talk Podcast 03:44 Faith in Humanity Restored 04:41 NCAA shirts? 09:17 Jane Hedengren Hype 15:41 As fit as any American ever? 24:48 Diljeet Taylor's comments & Jane's training 30:25 Jenny Simpson? 32:24 Thread of Week: Is Jane too tall? 34:59 Men's NCAA Cross Country Contenders: Habtom Samuel, Brian Musau, & Rocky Hansen 39:56 MacBook Air $250 off → only $749 41:34 Rocky Hansen and the Changing Landscape of NCAA Cross Country 45:46 Men's team contenders 48:16 Rocky Hansen's Potential and Performance 50:52 Impact of NIL and Scholarship Changes 54:31 Men's team title contenders 01:02:42 Women's team title 01:09:59 Coaches who don't suck 01:14:07 USATF 2024 Financials and Sponsorship Issues 01:29:57 Enter our contest 01:30:58 Shoe Deals Want our live NCAA preview podcast as a podcast? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/3f793ad9-3d79-4c30-93fe-d3b8142d259d

Marathon standout Fiona O'Keeffe joins the Let's Run podcast to discuss her recent fourth-place finish at the New York City Marathon, where she set the fastest time ever by an American woman on the course. Fiona covers her training regimen with Puma Elite, coached by Alistair and Amy Cragg, and reflects on her experiences at the 2024 US Olympic Marathon trials and the challenges she faced during the Olympic marathon in Paris. What's next? What about her Puma supershoes? Become a LetsRun.com VIP: Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime . Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/a57fa627-102e-427d-a65d-99421feb8357

US Olympic Marathon Trials champion Fiona O'Keeffe joins us at 55:03 to break down her 4th-place finish at the NYC Marathon, how she rebounded from Olympic heartbreak, and what it's like training under Amy and Alistair Cragg. She opens up about her workouts, recovery from injury, and her long-term goals for 2026 and beyond. Before that, we dive into a wild week in track and field: USADA quietly banned Marvin Bracy, the 2022 World 100 m silver medalist, for nearly four years after he provided "substantial assistance" in a federal doping investigation involving the AIU and the DEA. The story first broke through former sprinter Rae Edwards (RaesTake), who claimed Bracy had been serving a secret suspension and said Bracy's then-coach Dennis Mitchell tipped off the authorities after Bracy confided in him about using a PED. The case has sparked major questions about transparency, informants, and how far USADA should go in keeping suspensions hidden. Plus, the IOC bans males from women's sports, Conner and Kylie Mantz headline the Two Cities Marathon, Elise Cranny may be training with Keely Hodgkinson in the UK, and much more. 🛍️ Shop LetsRun Gear: https://shop.letsrun.com/ 📞 Contact Us Email: [email protected] Voicemail/Text: 1-844-LETSRUN 🎧 Get a second podcast every week. Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club for bonus shows, shoe discounts, and exclusive content → https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 0:00 Marvin Bracy Popped and Fiona O'Keeffe Teased 0:23 Introduction and Weekly Highlights 1:31 Revisiting Fiona O'Keeffe's Olympic Marathon 7:15 The Impact of Super Shoes 12:13 Olympics Ban on Males in Women's Sports 19:10 Marvin Bracy's Secret Doping Ban 20:55 Rae Edwards and Dennis Mitchell's Role 30:00 Secret Suspensions and Transparency Debate 32:39 Did USADA Let an Olympic Trials Runner Serve a Secret Ban? 36:54 Was the 2022 USA 100 m Sweep a Farce? 40:07 Public Proposals – Yay or Nay? 44:15 Conner and Kylie Mantz at the Two Cities Marathon 49:43 Elise Cranny Training with Keely Hodgkinson? 55:03 Fiona O'Keeffe Interview (NYC Marathon, Comeback, Training, Future) 59:18 Training Insights and Key Workouts 1:02:46 Transition to Marathon Training 1:03:37 Copenhagen Half Experience 1:05:44 Final Reflections and Learnings 1:06:46 Goals and Career Aspirations 1:08:57 Path to the Marathon 1:11:07 College Mileage and Progression 1:12:19 Olympic Trials Victory and Injury 1:14:37 Olympic Race Day Experience 1:19:37 Recovery from Stress Fracture 1:25:43 Future Race Selection and Priorities 1:28:30 College Development and Training Group Dynamics 1:34:21 World Road Running Championships 1:35:51 Super Shoes and Technology 1:37:56 Long-Term Career Plans 1:38:48 Join the Supporters Club Related Links WADA Statement: WADA says an athlete who used EPO and steroids competed at an Olympic qualifier and never had their ban announced Erin Brown Tweet: https://x.com/TheErinBrown/status/1983401964156432668 Joanna Harper story: A Brief History of Intersex Athletes in Sport – LetsRun.com Rae’s Take tweets (August): https://x.com/search?q=(from%3ARaestaketv)%20until%3A2025-08-18%20since%3A2025-08-01&src=typed_query&f=live Two Cities Marathon thread: https://www.letsrun.com/forum/flat_read.php?thread=13864597#post-9 Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/e6b4bd44-c785-4588-b871-9cd53d9b458f

We break down a record breaking NYC Marathon, the news Grant Fisher is skipping World Cross Country and a lot more. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And a super soft tshirt? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Hellen Obiri smashed the New York City Marathon record from 2003 and went sub 2:20 as Benson Kipruto became the first man to win all three major American marathons. American Fiona O'Keefe impressed in 4th as unheralded Joel Reichow was 6th for the US men. Plus what happened with Jane Hedengren at the Big 12s, should theWorld Athletics Athlete of the Year award process be revamped, and RIP legendary coach Clyde Hart. Show notes: 00:00 New York records & revelations, Grant Fisher OUT of World cross, Parker Valby's return 00:22 Introduction and Podcast Overview 04:28 Hellen Obiri goes sub 2:20 and gets NYC course record 10:23 American women 4 of the 5 fastest American times ever in NY 19:41 Men's race and crazy finish 24:52 Could Conner Mantz have won? 30:46 The Swiss orienteering guy 36:14 Eliud Kipchoge's Performance and Future Plans 46:49 Where your dreams become reality Joel Reichow first American 51:25 Minnesota Distance Elite impresses 53:01 Nick Thompson's Marathon 54:41 Is Parker Valby back? 59:52 Grant Fisher's skipping world cross 01:03:25 World Cross Country Championships Debate 01:09:25 Des Linden downplays the marathon and shitting yourself during a race 01:13:20 NCAA Cross Country Highlights 01:18:16 Josh Hoey's Coaching Changes 01:26:45 World Athletics AOY "controversy" 01:35:28 Tribute to Clyde Hart Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/608b4d77-247d-4291-bccb-0b983d2032f7

American 800 star Josh Hoey and his coach Justin Rinaldi have parted ways after Rinaldi helped transform Hoey into one of the top 800m runners in the world, but Hoey didn't make Team USA for the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. Rojo, Wejo & Jon discuss the reasons behind the split, disagreements over training intensities, and Hoey's tendency to push himself too hard. The hosts express their surprise and disappointment, debating the consequences of this decision on Hoey's future career. Was Josh Hoey's decision wise? Join our club to hear the rest of the podcast We're giving you the 1st 7 minutes of the podcast for free. The rest is for Supporters Club members. Join today https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public and if you sign up for the annual membership you get Nicholas Thompson's new book The Running Ground for free in addition to a LetsRun.com shirt. (If you'd prefer Sean Brosnan's book, email us [email protected] after you sign-up). https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public Show notes: 00:00 Josh Hoey & Justin Rinaldi part ways 00:22 Introduction and Exciting News Teaser 02:48 Revealing the Big News 04:47 Analyzing the Decision 07:45 Statements from Both Sides 12:22 A greek tragedy? 18:13 Alan Webb comparison? 20:03 Josh's Relentless Training Regimen 27:19 Speculations on Josh's Future Show notes: Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/a4f22c1d-2f50-44c6-81d3-fadb353e761b

The #1 cross country team in the country is racked by some teamwide suspensions for violations of "team rules" for the rest of the year. World record holder in the marathon Ruth Chepngetich was banned 3 years. Agnes Ngetich, Yomif Kejelcha, and Andreas Almgren ran fast in Valencia. Who will go fastest in New York City this weekend? Mini preview of the marathon preview at the end. Want our full NYC Marathon Preview podcast? Become a LetsRun.com VIP today. Annual members get the new Nick Thompson book for free, plus a LetsRun.com tshirt. Show notes: 00:00 College doping scandal?, Valencia half, 7th American sub 2:09, New York City Marathon week 00:24 Introduction and Podcast Overview 01:53 Special Announcements and Supporters Club 07:15 Jon's thoughts on Ruth Chepngetich suspension 15:15 Iowa State scandal? 22:36 Florida, Arkansas cases 25:36 Duane Ross & Balco 30:55 Texas Tech won NCAA title with Divine Oduduru who later was popped for doping 36:41 Valencia Half Marathon: World record given a scare by Agnes Ngetich 40:58 Andreas Almgren European record 44:04 Jakob Kiplimo record not ratified, but neither was Grant Fisher's 5000m 50:24 Handling Rumors and Speculations 53:23 Keely Hodgkinson's see through dress gets write-up in Daily Mail 54:37 Kenya's World Cross Country Trials in the books and the team is... 01:03:09 Jakob Ingebrigtsen says he wants 1500, mile & 5k world records 01:06:34 USC Cross Country team's gets beats by a bunch of little girls 01:12:13 USAs Daniel Mesfin wins Dublin Marathon in 2:08:51, 7th American under 2:09 this year 01:20:34 New York City Marathon mini preview 01:21:38 Boston Red Sox's Alex Cora running New York 01:26:14 Sifan Hassan vs Obiri vs Lokedi on women's side Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/7a212fd2-7842-4166-b820-bcc353b20c7f

Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, former editor-in-chief of Wired, 2:29 marathoner, and daily LetsRun visitor, joins this week’s LetsRun.com Track Talk Podcast to talk about his new book, The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports (buy it here). Thompson shares how he went from a decent high school runner to running 2:29 in his 40s and setting the American record for 50K in the 45–49 age group. He opens up about the mental breakthrough that unlocked his improvement, lessons from surviving thyroid cancer, and how running helped him understand his complicated relationship with his father. Nick talks about why we run, how it fits in our life, and also he tells wild stories about getting fired from 60 Minutes after 59 minutes and being kidnapped in Morocco. Plus some business advice for LetsRun.com, and his thoughts on today’s top track stars. Bonus: Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club for a year and we’ll send you The Running Ground for free ($30 value) + a free LetsRun.com shirt. You get all the LetsRun content, a bonus podcast every week and savings on running shoes. Buy the book at Amazon here or support independent booksellers here. 00:00 Get The Running Ground for free by joining the LetsRun.com Supporters Club 02:00 Introducing Nick Thompson 03:56 What inspired The Running Ground 05:57 Nick’s realization and running breakthrough 09:31 His complicated relationship with his father 19:32 Balancing running with life and career 23:00 Training and staying injury-free with the Alexander Technique 30:42 Reflecting on Stanford and early running years 34:00 Moving to ultras and the joy of trail running 36:58 Getting kidnapped in Morocco 40:38 Fired from 60 Minutes after 59 minutes 46:20 Nick’s thoughts on today’s track and field stars 54:04 Nick’s advice for LetsRun.com and navigating the AI era 1:00:18 Wrapping up and how to get the book free Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Bonus: Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club for a year and we’ll send you The Running Ground for free ($30 value) + a free LetsRun.com shirt. You get all the LetsRun content, a bonus podcast every week and savings on running shoes. Buy the book at Amazon here or support independent booksellers here. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/13a2d960-f122-4afb-9779-334ed3c6add5

Jane Hedengren blew her NCAA debut out of the park? Could she be the favorite at NCAA cross country? Joshua Cheptegei's improved in marahton #3 in Amsterdam, but is he even better than Conner Mantz? What about Mo Farah?marathon performances and questions whether he's cut out for the distance, comparing him to other marathoners like Connor Mantz and Mo Farah. Parker Valby and Katelyn Tuohy are entered in the NYRR 5k. Does that mean they'll do US cross? What about Nico Young, Grant Fisher, and Cole Hocker? Plus, should they debate Keely Hodgkinson's instagram post? Show notes below: Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Jane Hedengren debut, Parker Valby & Katelyn Tuohy return, Joshua Cheptegei vs Conner Mantz + Keely Hodgkinson 00:22 Welcome to Track Talk: Introduction and Hosts 02:36 Jonathan Gault's Soccer Pilgrimage 05:26 Jane Hedengren's Collegiate Debut 09:13 Is she the favorite for NCAAs? 14:38 History isn't kind to top hs 5000m runners 16:09 Joshua Cheptegei marathon #3 2:04:52 in Amsterdam 29:09 Conner Mantz vs Joshua Cheptegei 32:42 Cole Hocker at US Cross? 40:24 Who will be ready in December? 41:06 Debate on Cross Country Team Selection 44:54 Katelyn Tuohy and Parker Valby for NYRR 5k 49:28 Who are favorites? 56:01 Supporters Club and upcoming news tease 59:01 Keely Hodgkinson's instagram post 01:07:47 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off Links: Weekt That Was: Hedengren and Cheptegei Hedengren's debut Keely's outfit Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/d2c4be54-32ae-4020-9256-819703331c7d

The 2025 Chicago Marathon delivered: Jacob Kiplimo flirted with the world record, Conner Mantz smashed Khalid Khannouchi’s 23-year-old American record with a 2:04:43., and we got to put Ruth Chepngetich’s world record another year in the rear view mirror. Mantz' joins the show at 1:56:41 to speak with Jonathan Gault about his American record. Plus, the 2nd Athlos meet in NYC, Femke Bol’s shocking move to the 800 meters, and Wesley Kiptoo’s new U.S. citizenship. Show notes below. 🛍️ Shop LetsRun Gear: https://shop.letsrun.com/ 📞 Contact Us Email: [email protected] Voicemail/Text: 1-844-LETSRUN 🎧 Get a 2nd podcast every week. Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club Get a bonus weekly podcast, shoe discounts, and exclusive content: 👉 https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes 0:00 Chicago: Conner Mantz American Record (Guest) + 0:24 Introduction and Episode Overview 4:08 Chicago Marathon 2025: Jacob Kiplimo gives World Record a scare 11:41 What happened to Korir? 16:40 Kiplimo's training 21:49 Conner Mantz's American Record 23:31 Odds of winning a major? 30:03 HOKA NAZ Elite's Alex Masai beat Conner Mantz. How? 40:14 Wesley Kiptoo a U.S. citizen 43:35 Other Americans 47:00 Wesley Kiptoo vs Alex Masai's Future 50:12 Galen Rupp's Comeback 52:04 Women's race: Hawi Feysa goes 2:14:56 54:26 Ruth Chepngetich's world record and positive test 56:23 Should the Rosas have to pay back their commissions? 1:00:34 Jon's question to Kiplimo & his camp's physical reaction 1:07:47 Crazy Marcell Jacobs story 1:12:04 Was Kipchoge not a generational talent in the marathon? Is Kiplimo? 1:19:38 Athlos NYC Track Meet #2 entertains 1:33:28 Comparing Athlos to Other Sports Ventures 1:44:32 Diplo's 5k 1:48:26 Femke Bol's Move to the 800 Meters 1:52:13 Athing Mu's Potential in the 400 Meter Hurdles 1:56:41 Conner Mantz speaks on American recor 📞 Contact Us Email: [email protected] Voicemail/Text: 1-844-LETSRUN 🎧 Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club Get a bonus weekly podcast, shoe discounts, and exclusive content: 👉 https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe 🛍️ Shop LetsRun Gear: https://shop.letsrun.com/ Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/5a998e53-aa49-4365-9ccb-4dc22f438e4c

Chicago and Athlos are here. Want the inside scoop from Chicago? Join the Letsrun.com Supporters Club and become a VIP and get a bonus podcast every week, a super soft t-shirt and savings on running shoes. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe In this episode of the Let'sRun Track Talk podcast, the Rojo, Wejo & Jon discuss the upcoming Chicago Marathon featuring Connor Mantz's attempt at breaking Khalid Khannouchi's American record of 2:05:38. Defending champion John Korir and world half marathon record holder Jacob Kiplimo will be competing in a highly anticipated men's field. Could Kelvin Kiptum's world record go down? The episode also covers the Athlos women's meet in New York, highlighting the middle-distance events with stars like Keely Hodgkinson, Faith Kipyegon and Nikki Hiltz. Additionally, the team recaps their pre-Worlds fantasy draft and debates whether Cole Hocker is the greatest American distance runner ever. They also promote their upcoming bonus episode with Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, about his memoir and running experiences. Show notes: 00:00 Music 00:23 Welcome to Let's Run Track Talk Podcast 04:50 Athlos Meet Thursday & Friday in NYC 19:16 Chicago Marathon Preview 22:02 Chicago Marathon Weather & world record talk 30:07 Conner Mantz American Record Discussion 36:02 2:03 for Mantz? 38:15 Rojo's realism 43:49 Galen Rupp's Current Form 6:21 Galen Rupp's Olympic Prospects 49:06 Other notable Americans 56:15 Women's Race: Ruth Chepngetich not back to defend her WR 01:01:18 Ejgayehu Taye debut 01:04:21 Looking back at USA only getting 1 distance medal at Worlds 01:12:51 Greatest American Distance Runner Debate *64 runner bracket 01:30:18 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts *64 runner American GOAT bracket Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/e51e9bf2-4c40-4f63-93cb-e54d70d22fa9

Chicago and Athlos are here. Want the inside scoop from Chicago? Join the Letsrun.com Supporters Club and become a VIP and get a bonus podcast every week, a super soft t-shirt and savings on running shoes. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe In this episode of the Let'sRun Track Talk podcast, the Rojo, Wejo & Jon discuss the upcoming Chicago Marathon featuring Connor Mantz's attempt at breaking Khalid Khannouchi's American record of 2:05:38. Defending champion John Korir and world half marathon record holder Jacob Kiplimo will be competing in a highly anticipated men's field. Could Kelvin Kiptum's world record go down? The episode also covers the Athlos women's meet in New York, highlighting the middle-distance events with stars like Keely Hodgkinson, Faith Kipyegon and Nikki Hiltz. Additionally, the team recaps their pre-Worlds fantasy draft and debates whether Cole Hocker is the greatest American distance runner ever. They also promote their upcoming bonus episode with Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, about his memoir and running experiences. Show notes: 00:00 Music 00:23 Welcome to Let's Run Track Talk Podcast 04:50 Athlos Meet Thursday & Friday in NYC 19:16 Chicago Marathon Preview 22:02 Chicago Marathon Weather & world record talk 30:07 Conner Mantz American Record Discussion 36:02 2:03 for Mantz? 38:15 Rojo's realism 43:49 Galen Rupp's Current Form 6:21 Galen Rupp's Olympic Prospects 49:06 Other notable Americans 56:15 Women's Race: Ruth Chepngetich not back to defend her WR 01:01:18 Ejgayehu Taye debut 01:04:21 Looking back at USA only getting 1 distance medal at Worlds 01:12:51 Greatest American Distance Runner Debate *64 runner bracket 01:30:18 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts *64 runner American GOAT bracket Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/7c8fdad2-b3d4-425c-8954-c994dca0355d

Jon is back from Japan. Which World Champ did he bump into near Kyoto? The crew breaks down a crazy 2025 track and field season. What were the biggest shocks and surprises? What does the future hold? Become a Letsrun.com VIP to get our 2nd podcast every week Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe The Chicago Marathon is next week and so is Athlos and NCAA XC (Jane Hedengren's debut) and USA XC (World XC qualifier) are fast approaching. What are we most excited about? And what about the latest Kenyan doping scandal. Show notes: 00:00 Meeting a World Champion in Japan 01:35 Welcome to the Let's Run Podcast 02:39 Podcast Team Reunion 04:48 Rojo & Jon's living situation 09:56 Analyzing the 2025 Track Surprises 10:15 The biggest surprise of 2025 was... 12:03 Cole Hocker's 5000 16:57 Brazier 19:04 Josh Hoey 22:37 African men won no track titles 1500-10k 28:12 Jon Gault audio on Cole Hocker 32:31 Athing Mu's year 37:43 Guess how many Olympic champs repeated in Tokyo 41:42 Grant Fisher 45:46 Grand Slam Track 49:45 Jimmy Gressier 51:29 Sydney was Sydney 54:18 Michael Norman, Emmanuel Korir 56:54 Upcoming Marathons and Expectations 01:00:50 What are you most excited about for the fall.. 01:05:51 US Cross Country Championships 01:13:50 The #1 ranked US 800 and 1500m runner are... 01:18:44 World Ultimate Championships in 2026 01:24:28 Kenyan Doping scandal with bus conductor 01:29:58 Chicago & Athlos next week Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/8c8c6413-b775-4a2d-b77c-c12466b375c8

Cole Hocker got gold, just not the one you expected. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone was Sydney, Rai was Rai (half the time) and so was Noah Lyles? Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Niels Laros came up short and Geordie Beamish shocked the world while Melissa Jefferson Wooden is your new superstar. We break it all down and have some Need a better sleep? AGZ is a nighttime, melatonin free drink designed to support restful, restorative, sleep. Go to DrinkAG1.com here for more info. Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club for 50% off 1st year with code GOAT 50 Join today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes below links. Links Thread of Week: Wanyonyi, Nader, Beamish, Hocker. 2025 World Championships; A Kicker’s Paradise? From 1987 to 2022, African born men won 64 straight world finals between 1500 and 10,000. They won 0/4 this year. Why Sage Hurta Klecker 1:55.89 Biggest disappointment of World Champs Biggest winner of Worlds Biggest shock of World Champs What do Griffith Joyner, Koch, Kratochvílová, Wang, Joyner-Kersee have in common? What's up with Geordie Beamish? No races since June 17th. Is he hurt again? Show notes: 00:00 AGZ - The nighttime melatonin free drink for restorative sleep (Sponsored) 00:19 NBC audio of Cole Hocker 00:58 Start 03:35 Big Picture Reflections on World Championships 06:59 Biggest Winners and Losers 11:30 Championship races are very different 17:14 Western dominance in men's distance running? 23:35 American runners "on drugs" 28:08 Nikki Hiltz 5th 30:26 Sage Hurta-Klecker 5th 38:11 Men's 1500 Meters Discussion 38:43 Laros & Jakob 45:03 Voicemail on pacing 48:18 Amazing thread on Cole Hocker's, Isaac Nader's and Geordie Beamish's kicks 53:04 Josh Kerr's Injury and Praise for Jake Weightman 56:05 Fake Josh Kerr audio 58:45 Jake MF Weightman 01:00:04 2028 01:05:18 What if Donavan Brazier... 01:08:58 What if Beatrice Chebet... 01:10:50 MVP... 01:14:48 DQs need to settled quickly 01:15:38 Rai Benjamin's late night before 4x4 final 01:21:30 Hottest take.. Noah Lyles will... 01:24:51 Remembering Magic Monday 01:28:59 Supporters Club Josh Kerr audio Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/9902e2c7-8efa-4875-aa3f-87c671207466

Cole Hocker is your 5000m World Champion thanks to an incredible last lap that took him from 12th to 1st with Isaac Kimeli snagging silver and Jimmy Gressier bronze as Nico Young and Grant Fisher missed the podium. Keely Hodgkinson was upset in the 800 by Kenya's Lilian Odira as the Kenyan women swept all the distance golds in Tokyo. Georgia Hunter Bell for the silver. The US 4x400 team and Rai Benjamin got beat by Botswana in a race for the ages as the Americans got it done in the other relays with Noah Lyles, Sha'Carri Richardson, and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone on the anchors. Need some sleep after Worlds? The final weekend of our coverage brought to you by AGZ - AGZ is a nighttime, melatonin free drink designed to support restful, restorative, sleep. Go to DrinkAG1.com here for more info. 00:00 Cole Hocker wins 5000 gold meda _ Keely Hodgkinson settles for bronze - Sunday Worlds Reactions 00:22 Welcome to Track Talk Live from Tokyo 2025 05:39 Cole Hocker's Legendary 5000m Victory 09:21 Analyzing the 5000m Race Tactics 16:17 Cole Hocker's last lap 25:10 Prime Jakob vs Prime Cole 29:13 Grant Fisher's Championship Performance 36:08 Women's 800m Final: Keely upset 39:14 Keely Hodgkinson's Race Breakdown 40:34 Georgia Hunter Bell silver 43:08 Race Tactics and Strategies 46:12 Spotlight on the Champion: Ohira's Journey 51:11 Sage Hurta Klecker 54:46 Sydney in 800 55:50 Men's 4x400m Relay Drama 01:08:21 Sebastian Sawe's Marathon Mastery 01:15:12 World Championships Recap and Farewell What did you think of Worlds? Give us a call. Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/576a6bb3-cee9-4839-a3ee-8f2e4b00b12d

Isaac Nader was your shock winner of the men's 1500 as Niels Laros (5th) and Josh Kerr (injjured) both missed the podium. 2022 champ Jake Wightman got silver with Reynold Cheruiyot bronze. What happened and what was Jakob Ingebrigtsen's affect on the race? Faith Cherotich took the steeplechase as we're halfway done with worlds. Join our club to get podcasts from the rest of Worlds https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public Show notes: 00:00 (Regular) 00:22 Introduction and Men's 1500m Recap 02:14 In-Depth Analysis of Men's 1500m Race 10:05 Jakob Ibgebrigtsen's impact on race 22:10 Jake Whiteman's Journey and Performance 3 1:29 Wightman audio 32:39 Josh Kerr 39:20 Leading the 1500 & Winning 45:07 Crowd 48:32 Women's Steeplechase 54:16 Americans struggling? 55:39 Americans in steeple 59:53 Men's 400m and 400m Hurdles 01:05:25 Closing Thoughts and Future Events 01:11:06 Fake Josh Kerr Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/bef65644-1958-4372-a0be-4c8cdf436007

The 2025 World Athletics Championships start Saturday in Tokyo, Japan and the LetsRun.com crew breaks it all down, focusing first on the distances and key U.S. and international contenders. The US men have potential gold medalists in every distance event except for the steeple and the marathon. Plus, Noah Lyles vs. Letsile Tebogo in the sprints and Faith Kipyegon vs. Beatrice Chebet in 5000, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone in the 400 and the cool story of Dan Michalski. Want Daily podcasts from Worlds? Become a LetsRun VIP and join our Supporters Club It's the best club in running and you save on running shoes and get all the LetsRun.com content. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe AG1 Next Gen Now in 4 Flavors The supplement industry is a mess. Every day a new pill or powder hits the shelf. Untested. Unsubstantiated. Unbelievable. That is, until AG1 Next Gen. Backed by four gold-standard clinical trials, tested for heavy metals, and NSF Certified for Sport, Next Gen is trusted. And verified. With a three year, 20 million dollar commitment to new research, AG1 is the daily health drink cleaning up the supplement aisle. More info here. drinkag1.com Show notes: 00:00 Introduction and World Championship Preview 00:25 AG1 NextGen drinkag1.com 01:36 Start 06:31 Men's 800 Meters: How do the Americans do? 10:50 Arop? 13:50 Donavan Brazier's chances 18:06 Men's 1500 Meters: Who is the most interesting winner? 26:30 Hocker vs Centro 33:49 Men's 5000 and 10000 Meters: Over/Under American medals 45:49 Men's Steeplechase 48:45 Special Feature: Dan Michalski's dreams become reality journey 54:15 Women's Distance Events: Which heavy favorite is most likely to fall? 55:27 Keely 57:17 Gudaf Tsegay? 01:01:45 Beatrice Chebet 01:08:16 Steeplechase World Record Watch 01:11:16 5K Showdown: Faith vs. Beatrice 01:15:43 Sprint Action in Tokyo 01:16:18 Men's 100m Contenders 01:21:34 Men's 200m: Lyles vs. Tebogo 01:29:02 Women's 100m and 200m: Melissa Jefferson-Wooden vs Julien Alfred 01:37:12 Women's 400m: The Ultimate Showdown w Sydney McLaughlin 01:42:47 Final Thoughts and Predictions 01:44:44 AG1 Next Gen drinkag1.com Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/dbf78aa2-f860-4440-b1e6-1beece406e82

Niels Laros got another huge 1500m win but people on LetsRun are wondering if Cole Hocker is in world record shape. Sifan Hassan's quest for all the World Marathon Majors lives on, while Eliud Kichoge's career nears its end. What are Grant Fisher, Conner Mantz's, and Galen Rupp's chances this fall? Plus Brooks XCs has replaced Foot Locker's. Get daily podcasts from Worlds, a LetsRun shirt & Sean Brosnan's book: Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe AG1 Next Gen is Here The supplement industry is a mess. Every day a new pill or powder hits the shelf. Untested. Unsubstantiated. Unbelievable. That is, until AG1 Next Gen. Backed by four gold-standard clinical trials, tested for heavy metals, and NSF Certified for Sport, Next Gen is trusted. And verified. With a three year, 20 million dollar commitment to new research, AG1 is the daily health drink cleaning up the supplement aisle. More info here. drinkag1.com Show notes: 00:00 Introduction and World Championships Preview 01:02 Start 03:48 Pre-Show Banter 06:01 Diamond League Finals Discussion: Niels Laros another big win 08:09 What Changed After DL Final? Is Cole Hocker in WR Shape? 23:01 Sydney Marathon Analysis 37:37 Hassan’s Win 39:33 Kipchoge’s Past & Future 49:26 Grand Slam Track Investigation 57:46 Grand Slam Track Business Model 1:04:39 New Haven 20K Road Race Results – Conner Mantz Cruises 1:11:21 Galen Rupp’s Current Form 1:11:54 Grant Fisher, Jakob 5k at Worlds 1:15:54 Brooks XC Championships Announcement 1:22:51 Yared Nuguse had a cold at DL final Links: How Cole Hocker is Quietly Getting into WR Shape, and Why Nobody is Noticing Olli Hoare doesn't make Australia 1500 team Jakob Ingebrigtsen officially confirms he is injury free and will run in Tokyo Grand Slam Track blew through nearly $18 million without paying a penny in prize money? How? Yared says he had a cold at diamond league final drinkag1.com If you're the ultimate track fan, join our club: https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want daily podcasts from Worlds? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/9916c8df-1cb5-4ed7-b121-446c92f84118

We talk with Sean Brosnan, the coach behind Newbury Park High School’s historic cross country program and co-author of the new book with Chris Lear and Andrew Geif dropping today "Beyond Fast." Sean discusses his unconventional coaching journey, the making of a high school dynasty, and his philosophies on training, athlete development, and overcoming challenges. Special Offer: Sign up for the Supporters Club & Get Beyond Fast for Free Subscribe https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe for a year and receive a copy of "Beyond Fast" ($30 value) and the LetsRun shirt of your choice($30), plus access to exclusive live streams with Sean and Chris. Plus you get a bonus podcast from us every week. If you just want to buy the book on Amazon, click here. Show notes: 1:02 Introduction to Sean Brosnan Meet Sean and hear about his background, achievements at Newbury Park, and the new book "Beyond Fast." 2:10 Sean's Journey to Writing 'Beyond Fast' Sean shares what inspired him to write the book and what it was like working with co-authors Chris Lear and Andrew Grefe. 4:34 Sean's Unique Coaching Path From BMX to running, five colleges, and a winding road to coaching—Sean explains his unconventional journey and influences. 12:29 Innovative Training Methods Sean challenges conventional running wisdom, discusses his approach to mileage, and how he keeps athletes progressing year-round. 18:38 Building the Newbury Park Dynasty The early days at Newbury Park, earning buy-in from parents and athletes, and setting ambitious goals. 27:43 The Rise of Newbury Park's Fame The team’s growing popularity, social media, and the “4:20 isn’t fast” movement. 32:06 Sean's Departure from Newbury Park for UCLA Why Sean left for UCLA, the transition, and differences between high school and college coaching. 34:34 Challenges and Criticisms at Newbury Park Addressing common criticisms about athlete recruitment and the program’s success. 40:20 NCAA Violations and Legal Battle Sean discusses the NCAA investigation, his appeal, and the impact on his coaching career. 49:17 Current Coaching Endeavors and Future Plans Sean’s current work with post-collegiate athletes and plans for a new pro group. 52:28 Nico Young's Development and Potential Insights on coaching Nico Young and the development of elite talent. 58:27 Coaching Philosophy and Hard Workouts Sean’s belief in hard workouts, athlete individuality, and the balance between training and racing. 1:01:30 Conclusion and Book Promotion Final thoughts, where to find "Beyond Fast," and special offers for listeners. Notable Quotes “I always hate the word base phase. ... I like to do everything year round, and to me it's all progression.” (12:38) “You gotta get the parents' support. ... ” (15:59) “I love showing up. ... I love trying to figure out how to get someone faster.” (25:32) “It's not that hard to be good in high school. ... If you have five guys that run four 20, you're like a top team in the country.” (16:40) “I think people are so scared to push that red line of like, of really hard workouts. ... You gotta callous the system a little bit.” (59:06) Connect with Us: Website: letsrun.com Supporters Club: letsrun.com/subscribe Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show. Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/3ff22b5e-a75b-47b2-84da-b4751ea0904f

High school 800m superstar Cooper Lutkenhaus has gone pro as a 16-year-old. What do we think? Fireworks in Silesia, Lausanne and Brussels have paved the way for the Weltklasse Diamond League final in Zurich where Josh Hoey and Yared Nuguse will be running for history and a chance to keep their Worlds dream alive. What's up with Athing Mu? Should the Footlocker Cross Country Championships be saved? What do we think of the Sydney Marathon's debut as a World Marathon Major with Sifan Hassan and Eliud Kipchoge? Show notes: 00:00 Lutkenhaus Goes Pro + Diamond League Final 00:27 Introduction and Upcoming Events 4:28 Cooper Lutkenhaus goes pro 17:39 Diamond League Final Preview 22:37 Jakob Ingebrigtsen's Controversial Exclusion 31:35 Men's 1500m: The Unpredictable Race 38:51 Laros vs Koech vs Nuguse Round 2 42:57 Supporters Club and Podcast Benefits 43:42 How should Hoey run final? 45:08 How should Nuguse run final? 49:16 Saving it for Zurich correction 51:35 Grand Slam Track Debate: Shoul MJ be blacklisted from sport? 01:00:18 Footlocker Cross Country Championships - should they be saved? 01:11:07 Sydney Marathon has Kipchoge and is a WMM this Saturday 01:22:42 Who has better chance Hoey or Nuguse? Links: 2025 Sydney Marathon men's field: Is it great? Or greatly hyped? - LetsRun.com Get a VPN: https://www.letsrun.com/vpn Become a LetsRun VIP: https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/8aa80bd4-6bca-44ee-bbe1-f7d6f08f9deb

Keely Hodgkinson’s dropped a 1:54 in her first race of the year, a guy named Handal Roban ran 1:42, Dan Michalski's dreams became reality, and Gabby Thomas came out swing versus Dennis Mitchell's group (Sha'Carri Richardson, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, Kenny Bednarek). Plus a look ahead at a great Brussels meet and a Suzy Favor Halimton history lesson. All sports fans need a VPN: https://www.letsrun.com/vpn Become a LetsRun VIP: Get a 2nd podcast ever week and a super soft running shirt. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Introduction and VPN Promotion 00:51 Start 02:38 Dan Michalski dreams become reality 08:55 What? Handal Roban (didn't make NCAA final) runs 1:42.87 to win NACACs 15:44 Keeley Hodgkinson's amazing 1:54 in 1st race of year 24:02 Keely comments 30:14 Parvej Khan competed at NCAAs with 3 whereabouts failures 33:22 Gabby Thomas casts suspicions on anyone training with a doping coach 40:02 Rae Edwards' tweet 47:09 Fisher, Blanks & Aregwai in 5000 Wednesday 48:37 Intern Tate segment Brussels Diamond League preview 48:38 1500 loaded with Nuguse, Laros, & Phanuel Koech 54:03 Nuguse comments 55:49 Falmouth Road Race Discussion 01:00:33 Suzy Favor Hamilton & Saving Yourself for Zurich trivia 01:05:34 Women's 1500: Nikki Hiltz, Welteji & Nelly Chepchirchir 01:09:40 Ny & Chicago Marathon fields out - 01:13:04 Chicago men looking juicy 01:15:46 World record attempt? 01:18:36 New York women Links: *Article jon talked about on Keely It's time to have a conversation about Keely Hodgkinson Would you leave your wife if Keely wanted to date you? Rae Edwards tweet Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/20df81ac-133b-4aa6-800f-f453fb5c2178

Northwest high school's The podcast features an in-depth interview with 16-year-old Cooper Lutkenhaus, who recently made headlines by running a historic 1:42.27 in the 800 meters at the USA Championships. Cooper discusses his journey, training approach, and experiences while maintaining his passion for the sport. Want all the LetsRun content and a supersoft shirt? Join our Supporters Club https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public Use code GOAT50 to save 50% Podcast with Cooper's coach Chris Capeau here Show notes: 00:00 Join Supporters Club https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public 01:28 Start 02:25 Reflecting on the Race 4:48 Training and Preparation Insights 8:11 Growing Up with Track 9:59 High School Journey and Family Influence 15:11 Coaching Changes and Training Evolution 18:33 Future Aspirations and Reflections 22:02 Following the pros 27:22 NIL or Go Pro? 31:28 Training till Worlds 35:09 His training strengths 39:17 Handling Pressure and Expectations 44:12 Jim Ryun 49:28 Bonus: Dallas Cowboys talk Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/479c5495-b314-4e86-8672-4022c88c82d6

Chris Capeau the coach of 800m star Cooper Lutkenhaus, joins us 67:31 to talk about Lutkenhaus' amazing year and amazing race at USAs where the 16-year-old ran 1:42.27 to make the team for USA at Worlds. Prior to that we discuss the Diamond League returning with a bang on Saturday in Silesia with Noah Lyles vs Kenny Bednarek, vs Kishane Thompason at 100, and possible world record attempts by Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet. Plus, Keely Hodgkinson returns in the 800 meters, Niels Laros, Yared Nuguse, Josh Hoey & Hobbs Kessler square off at 1500m and do we have bad news for Dan Michalski? Want our Cooper Lutkenhause interview? a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe use code GOAT50 to save 50%. Show notes: 00:00 Silesia Preview with Chris Capeau 00:22 Start 08:13 What to Look Forward To Rest of Diamond League Season 08:16 Silesia Diamond League loaded: The Men's 100m Matchup of year 17:28 Women's 800m: Keely Hodgkinson Returns 20:17 Women's 3000m: Does Faith Kipyegon break the world record? 24:52 Beatrice Chebet, Tsegay in women's 1500: Could the world record go? 27:39 LetsRun drinking game *link 33:17 Men's 1500m Race Preview:Nuguse, Kessler, Hoey and Laros 38:57 Fisher vs. Brazier & Lutkenhaus 42:31 Big race for Yared Nuguse and Niels Laros 47:51 Predictions 48:29 Does Nikki Hiltz get the American 1500m record in Silesia 53:18 Fast times in Oordegem in 5k and steeple. Is Dan Michalski in trouble for Worlds? 59:56 Should we get rid of auto qualifiers for Worlds? 67:31 Chris Capeau (guest) 01:13:34 Pre-race expectations 01:18:54 Progression thoughout season 01:20:54 Predicting a Breakthrough Performance 01:22:17 Training Dynamics and Team Spirit 01:27:19 Injury this summer 01:34:14 Coaching Philosophy and Influences 01:39:04 Career Journey and Personal Challenges 01:42:21 Taking job at Cooper's school 01:45:44 Future Plans Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want our Cooper Lutkenhaus interview? a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public use code GOAT50 to save 50%. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/ad99f30f-fca5-4bcd-b5e9-ceeb58b028b9

The most shocking 800 in US history? 16-year-old Cooper Lutkenhaus ran 1:42.27, four seconds faster than any high schooler ever, and almost beat Donavan Brazier, who completed his unbelievable comeback with the win. We try and breakdown Lutkenhaus's run and hopefully give enough love to Brazier's brilliance. Plus Yared Nugude and Josh Hoey suffered the devastation of USAs while Jonah Koech emerged, Cole Hocker did some Cole Hocker things and Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested en route. Become a LetsRun VIP & Get a 2nd Podcast Every Week Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Cooper Lutkenhaus 1:42.27 - USAs 00:22 Start 1:15 Debate: Should There Be a World Championships Every Year? 2:31 Robert's article 5:45 Cooper Lutkenhaus 1:42.27 9:16 Comparing High School Phenoms *Michael Carter article 16:56 Donavan Brazier's unbelievable win 20:16 The doubters 22:41 Future Prospects and Advice for Cooper 31:55 John Kellogg appearance 38:39 Josh Hoey comes up short 40:55 Justin Rinaldi's post 44:00 Audio from last week 47:38 What about Worlds in 800? 50:11 Women's 800m: Roisin Willis Wins, Akins, Wiley come up short 57:49 Men's 1500: Jonah Koech FTW, Nugusge Devastated 01:11:27 Men's 5,000m: Cole Hocker FTW 01:16:17 Why does the rail keeping opening up for Hocker? 01:21:22 Steeplechase: Dan Michalski Dreams Become Reality, Kenneth Rooks wins 01:27:27 LetsRun shirt on NBC 01:28:30 Sprint Action: Sha'Carri Arrested *article 01:34:53 Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Superstar 01:36:09 Lyles-Bednarek feud 01:40:42 Grand Slam Track Payment Issues 01:48:21 Presenting crazy scenarios to Jon links: LRC Track Needs More "Losers" & Upsets: Finishing 4th (or 5th) at USAs Sucks — And That’s What Makes It Great Justin Rinaldi's post Greatest of All Throws: Michael Carter’s Unbreakable High School Shot Put Record Turns 40 Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/17aafbde-6894-4e20-81b6-594a5fd03a9d

Want the full podcast? Join our Supporters Club today https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public and use code GOAT50 to save 50% off your first year The men's 1500m event exceeded expectations Jonah Koech getting the shock win, Ethan Strand being second and Olympic champion Cole Hocker getting the final Worlds spot as Yared Nuguse missed the team (unless he wins the Diamond League final). LetsRun.com singlet wearer and Supporters Club member Dan Michalksi nearly beat Olympic silver medallist Kenneth Rooks in the steeple and joins us at 52:39 to discuss his rags to riches story. Nikki Hiltz looked great, Lexy Halladay-Lowry won the women's steeple and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone still doesn't have Sanya Richards Ross' 400m record. We break it all down. Show notes: 00:00 USA 1500m Madness 00:22 Introduction and Initial Reactions 05:06 Men's 1500m Detailed Analysis 25:53 Women's 1500 28:10 Men's steeplechase 34:32 Women's Steeplechase Recap 39:48 Angelina Napoleon's Journey 42:09 Sydney McLaughlin's 400 Win 47:08 Grand Slam Track Payment Issues 48:56 Die-Hard Track Fans 52:39 Daniel Michalski joins show 01:04:40 More 1500 Talk who is Worlds favorite 01:10:26 Sunday Preview Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/2277e63c-cda7-453c-95e0-c6db597a061d

The 2025 USATF Outdoor Track and Field Championships start Thursday in Eugene. Wejo, Rojo, and Jon give their picks for Tokyo in all the distance events and then surmise about some of the other events. Want podcasts from USAs? You have to be a LetsRun.com VIP to get them. Join our Suppoters Club today https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Play in our $200,025 USAs Prediction Contest Show notes: 00:00 Introduction and Supporters Club Promotion 01:02 Start 03:08 SF Marathon Banter 05:23 USAs Prediction Contest 06:29 USAs Previews 08:08 Men's 800m *link 18:09 Women's 800m 25:15 Men's 1500m *link 34:19 Women's 1500 37:03 Men's Steeplechase 45:31 Women's Steeplechase 51:11 Men's 5000m w Intern Tate 01:09:38 Women's 5,000 01:16:01 Men's 10,000 01:18:58 Women's 10,000 01:22:34 Top Storylines at USAs 01:22:46 Men's 100: What about Noah and the high schooler? What about Sha'Carri? 01:32:18 Women's 400 & Sydney 01:34:49 Ethiopian Team Selections 01:40:30 Grand Slam Track Update Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Give us feedback on this podcast or call us 1-844-LETSRUN and leave a voicemail https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/43a26c17-01b6-40ae-854d-7fbea333e095

American marathoning legend Deena Kastor reflects on the life and legacy of her legendary coach Joe Vigil, who recently passed away at 95. Deena's instagram tribute to Coach Vigil is here. At 36:40 we switch topics to Deena's thoughts on Ruth Chepngetich, the marathon world record holder, testing positive for a masking agent. Want daily podcasts from USAs? Join the LetsRun.com Club to get all of our podcasts. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Deena Kastor Remembers Joe Vigil 01:20 Start 02:51 Reflecting on Coach Joe Vigil's Legacy 09:20 Deena's College Struggles and Finding Coach Vigil 11:18 Training with Coach Vigil 17:24 Running USA 20:38 Deena's historic Olympic medal in 2004 24:50 Memories and Life Lessons from Coach Vigil 33:19 Embracing Simplicity in Running and Life 36:40 Ruth Chepngetich Testing Positive 44:46 The Future of Clean Sport 56:26 Final Thoughts and Reflections Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/25c597e1-18f3-42e6-9b4e-eb2be2a230dd

Want a 2nd podcast every week? Want the bonus audio at the end of the podcast? Want the podcast when it's first released? Join our club http://www.letsrun.com/subscribe World record holder in the marathon Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich was popped for a masking agent. Does LetsRun.com deserve an apology from Kenyan parliament? The London Diamond League saw a huge upset with Phanuel Koech taking down Josh Kerr while Emmanuel Wanyonyi triumphed over Marco Arop and a resurgent Donavan Brazier. What does Brazier’s 1:43.08 run mean? Niels Laros pulled off your traditional :) 800/5000 double at Euro U23s. Could he be the favorite for Worlds at 1500? Deal of the Day: 1. Nike Pegasus 41 $85 2. Vaporfly 3 Save $83 3. More Savings at Dick's Want a 2nd podcast every week? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Doping Allegations in Kenya 01:35 Deal of day 02:16 Start 02:56 Ruth Chepngetich's Doping Suspension *Rojo's Chat GPT tweet Forum thread: So we know Ruth is dirty... but was it EPO or something stronger? WADA worried about athletes using haemoglobin taken from: Marine Worm, Arenicola marina (M101) Fancy Bears 'Likely Doping' list 15:34 2 year suspension 23:55 Proposals for Anti-Doping Measures – What about the agents? 32:46 What about her World Record? 40:12 Intern Tate Segment: How dirty is the sport? 44:35 Why not Americans? 50:21 The Coldplay kiss cam 53:16 London Diamond League Parting Thoughts 55:00 Donovan Brazier’s Performance – Encouraging? 01:07:56 Niel Laros Hype Train Increases after Euro 23s 800 & 5000 Double 01:11:24 Faster at 800 than Nuguse, Hocker, Kerr, Ingebrigtsen 01:12:57 Hobbes Kessler Comparison 01:17:48 Who is the favorite for Worlds in the 1500? 01:23:14 Who is favorite in men’s 200? 01:25:25 Men’s 10,000m? 01:27:44 Women’s 100 01:30:11 Women’s 800 01:34:18 Joe Vigil RIP 01:37:17 Post of the Week 01:38:29 Dreams Become Reality Performance of Week 01:39:47 Supporters Club audio https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/7ec98fb5-74ca-48dc-8929-5d6baaf2caa2

High schooler Quincy Wilson scorched a 44.10 400m and Athing Mu ran 2:00 in Tennessee. With USAs 16 days way we looked at who will be in and who will be out for the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo?Wilson, Mu, Addie Wiley, Parker Valby, Josette Andrews? Jakbo Ingebrigtsen is back training. What are his odds for Worlds? Dennis Young of Front Office Sports joins us at 82:24 to discuss Grand Slam Track, Athlos, and his article, "Track’s New Money Is Running Into Old Problems" AG1 Next Gen is Here drinkag1.com (sponsored) The supplement industry is a mess. Every day a new pill or powder hits the shelf. Untested. Unsubstantiated. Unbelievable. That is, until AG1 Next Gen. Backed by four gold-standard clinical trials, tested for heavy metals, and NSF Certified for Sport, Next Gen is trusted. And verified. With a three year, 20 million dollar commitment to new research, AG1 is the daily health drink cleaning up the supplement aisle. More info here. Deal of the Day: Save $83 on Nike Vaporfly . If you'd rather have the Alphafly click here, Pegasus Plus here. Or want the Jakob Ingebrigtsen shoe? Show notes: 00:00 DrinkAG1.com 00:58 Start 04:28 Quincy Wilson's Impressive Performance 12:14 Will he make TEAM USA individually? 18:44 Intern Tate's segment 19:36 Jakob Ingebrigtsen's Training Update: Normal Service Has Resumed 30:04 Jakobs vs Prime Kenenisa Bekele at 5000m *Thread: "Wow. Just watched 5000m championship 2008" 37:54 The 5th Placer Never Beats the 1st Placer 40:50 Deal of the Day: Huge Savings on Nike Vaporfly (and Alphafly) 42:24 Join the Supporters Club to hear Josh Hoey, Noah Lyles, Emmanuel Wanyonyi Talk 42:51 In or Out: Athing Mu 50:35 Jonah Koech update 54:08 Athing Mu's chances at USAs 56:40 Alicia Monson 01:01:32 Parker Valby & Katelyn Tuohy in 2025 01:04:31 Hobbs Kessler 01:08:21 Josette Andrews 01:08:53 Abdihamid Nur 01:13:19 Maggi Congdon 01:16:48 Ethan Strand & Parker Wolf Join Mike Smith's Nike Swoosh TC 01:21:36 Grand Slam Track's Financial Troubles 01:22:24 Dennis Young of Front Office Sports on Track & Field Struggles & Opportunities *article 01:43:41 AG1 Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/555ccc2a-b74f-42d7-bb4a-e079f64d5ae9

One final look at an amazing 50th Prefontaine Classic, highlighted by the world records of Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon, with the upset win in the Bowerman Mile by podcast listener Niels Laros. Athing Mu struggled? What does it mean? Cole Hocker and Yard Nuguse are looking good for Tokyo but what about Hobbs Kessler, Ethan Strand, and Nathan Green? And Monaco is Friday with Noah Lyles going head to head in the 200 vs Letsile Tebogo in a mouth watering match-up, plus a loaded men's 800. ** AG1 Next Gen is Here drinkag1.com** The supplement industry is a mess. Every day a new pill or powder hits the shelf. Untested. Unsubstantiated. Unbelievable. That is, until AG1 Next Gen. Backed by four gold-standard clinical trials, tested for heavy metals, and NSF Certified for Sport, Next Gen is trusted. And verified. With a three year, 20 million dollar commitment to new research, AG1 is the daily health drink cleaning up the supplement aisle. More info here. Want our podcast recapping Monaco? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe LetsRun Red White and Blue Shirts $20 Use code July4 @ https://shop.letsrun.com/ Show notes: 00:00 July 4th Sale Announcement Use code July4 @ https://shop.letsrun.com/ 01:00 Start 08:44 Discussion on Athing Mu's Sub Par Performance *Thread 15:59 Could she have Henry Rono type season? *thread 23:48 US Women's 800 Wide open 25:50 Sha'Carri & Athing gracious afterwards *interview 27:58 Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet's World Records 28:34 Chebet wans to run the 1500 *thread 33:42 Chebet vs Kipyegon & 3000? 36:18 AG1 Next Gen https://drinkag1.com/ 37:47 Niels Laros Wins Bowerman Mile! 48:42 Intern Segment: Who is the odd US man out in 1500? 49:55 US 1500 Ranks Stacked 53:30 Kessler vs Strand 56:17 What about Fisher beating a bunch of 3:29 guys? 01:01:14 Kessler is Nick Willis? 01:04:20 Great Job Nike & Pre, Bad Job NBC 01:17:49 Lyles vs Tebogo at Monaco This Week 01:20:04 What's up with Lyles instagram? *link 01:24:46 Stacked Men's 800 & Men's 5000, Rooks in Steeple 01:28:49 Who is most likely to break WR? Nuguse, Fisher, or Hocker? 01:32:00 10 Year Anniversary of this Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want our podcast recapping Monaco? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/d455f7c1-165a-4d10-9e06-502d47169382

The LetsRun crew takes one final look at Faith Kipyegon's Breaking 4 attmempt. It came up short, but what does it mean? Why was her final time, not really her time? Kishane Thompson entered rare territory by running 9.75 & the 50th Prefontaine Classic is this weekend. Could the mile world record go? And Oregon legend Bill Dellinger has passed. Want our Prefontaine Classi Preview podcast? Join Our Supporters Club today. Show notes: 00:00 Start 01:56 Faith Kipyegon's Breaking 4 Time Wasn't Accurate 10:22 Why not a rolling start? 15:30 What about the drafting? 19:43 Was the event a success? 30:22 Could the Mile World Record for Men Go at Pre? 34:27 Kishane Thompson Runs 9.75 *video 36:22 Yohan Blake 18.99? *video 41:52 Women's 100m Highlights: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Makes Worlds a Final Time 45:30 Bill Dellinger RIP *article 51:53 Message Board Poster Ben Andrews on Dellinger post book 01:00:36 Sydney Marathon Field is Strong, Will Hassan Double Back to Worlds on the Track? *link 01:07:22 Phanuel Koech Profile *article 01:16:50 Tyreek Hill's beats Josephus Lyles *link Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/81b7372d-7734-4654-8e24-5f054d10df19

Is this the week we see the first sub-4:00 mile by a woman? We preview Faith Kipyegon’s historic attempt and dive deep into the science behind it with Dr. Mike Hahn of the Bowerman Sports Science Center & Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance (1:01:42). We also chat with Andreas Almgren (1:43:40), fresh off his stunning 12:44 European record in the 5000m. He opens up about training, belief, and adapting Jakob Ingebrigtsen’s methods to reach the next level. We break down a ridiculous weekend in the men’s 1500 — two guys run 3:27 in Paris (Azeddine Habz & Phanuel Koech), and Cam Myers and Josh Hoey join the sub-3:30 club. On the U.S. high school front, the talent is exploding: Natalie Dumas pulls off an all-time triple, Cooper Lutkenhaus runs 1:45 as a sophomore, and more phenoms are emerging. Show notes below 🎧 Want to hear our podcast breaking down Faith Kipyegon’s historic sub-4:00 mile attempt? It’s available exclusively to LetsRun.com Supporters Club members. Join today for access to bonus content like our Paris Diamond League recap, weekly bonus podcasts, running shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime. 👉 Join the Supporters Club now Special Guests: 🧠 Dr. Mike Hahn (1:01:42): On biomechanics, footwear, psychology, and what it really takes to break 4:00. bio Wu Tsai link 🇸🇪 Andreas Almgren (1:43:40): On his 12:44 breakthrough, Norwegian-style training, and where he goes from here. From Paris fireworks to the edge of history — it's a huge week in track & field. Show notes: 00:00 Full podcast 05:49 Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's Prefontaine Classic Debut 09:04 Bobby Kersee speaks to LetsRun.com 13:00 Valby or Athing Mu? Who you more worried about? 14:40 Which is more likely sub 4 by Kipyegon or Grand Slam holding a meet in 2026? 19:33 Rather have sub 4 or men's mile record go down? 27:53 Paris Diamond League Craziness in Men's 1500 30:09 Josh Hoey & Cam Myers join sub 3:30 club 35:28 800 in Paris with Harris and Hoppel 45:55 Natalie Dumas: High School Phenom's Amazing Triple 54:21 Cooper Lutkenhaus 1:45.43 as high school sophomore 57:23 Sprinters + Quicy Wilson update 01:01:42 Interview with Dr. Mike Hahn on Kipyegon Sub 4 (Bowerman Sports Science Center & Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance) bio Wu Tsai link 01:04:40 4:07 to 4:00? Is Skepticism warranted? 01:11:18 The Role of Footwear in Performance 01:21:31 Resiliency & Peak Physiological age 01:24:31 Wu Tsai studying advance performance to help us all 01:33:58 Psychological Preparation for Record Attempts 01:36:06 The Role of Technology in Training 01:39:13 Final Thoughts 01:41:45 Mike's Prediction .... 01:42:52 Join the Supporters Club https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe 01:43:40 Andreas Almgren Interview 01:44:52 12:44 in Sweden! 01:51:06 Training and Preparation Insights 01:53:29 Future Goals and Aspirations 01:54:44 Improving his kick 02:01:51 When did he get belief? 02:04:30 Jakob the gold standard+ Adapting the Norwegian Training Method 02:12:49 What does he say to skeptics? 02:14:53 Part-time job 02:19:25 What could Jakob run for 5k? 02:23:37 Upcoming Races and Final Thoughts Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a podcast after Kipyegon's run? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/8507395d-cd71-4403-ade8-138e8b240056

What a week. Nico Young blasted a 12:45 to get the huge win in Oslo, while Josh Hoey went 1:42, Donavan Brazier 1:43, and Andreas Almgren (a "random" Swede) went 12:44. Plus NCAA stars were born, the Gjert Ingebrigtsen trial ended, and Grand Slam Track may be over as well. Signup for our newsletter here. https://www.letsrun.com/newsletter Join the Supporters Club to get our Paris Diamond League podcast And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: Insightful Discussion: 00:00 LetsRun Newsletter *link Supporters Club link 01:03 Start 2:40 Nico Young 12:45 Win, Almgren 12:44 in Sweden 11:54 Graham Blanks 12:48, but could he surpass Nico? + his "dilemma" *thread 15:03 Text Message of Week 17:59 Double Threshold Training 23:26 What about the 10,000? 32:39 Grand Slam Track Cancels LA, Is It Over? 45:07 Stockholm: Josh Hoey 1:42, Hoppel 1:47 48:08 Donavan Brazier 1:43! *Interview 50:27 Justin Rinaldi's Forum Posts 51:15 Brazier's Training and Health Update 53:14 Training Tip of Week + Brazier Interview 57:50 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships Highlights 59:26 Medal Odds and Predictions of this year's winners 1:04:19 Doris Lemngole 8:58 1:09:34 Roisin Willis Great Comeback 1:16:07 Gjert Ingebrigtsen Trial Verdict 1:23:14 Introducing Intern Tate and His Insights 1:23:17 Intern Tate 1:24:26 Nico Young's Impact and Expectations 1:27:40 Taking it for granted Americans are good at distance running 1:31:43 Tate on Grand Slam 1:33:10 Cole Hocker 13:09 in Sweden Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/8477b72a-33af-47a8-8d18-75a879fcc215

Nico Young did it. He ran 12:45.27 to beat a star studded Diamond League field in Oslo Norway (and break Grant Fisher's outdoor record). What does it mean for Nico? For American distance running? For Grant Fisher? Want the full podcast? Join the Supporters Club today and use code GOAT50 to save 50% off your first year. https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe?from=public Also, Grand Slam Track LA was cancelled. Is it the end of the league? The NCAA championships kicked off last night as well. Thanks for your support. Show notes: 00:00 Introduction and Pop Culture Reference 00:46 Historic Win by Nico Young 02:18 Race Breakdown and Analysis 03:09 Nico Young's Future Prospects 05:32 American Distance Running Dominance 16:32 Grant Fisher vs Nico Young & US 5000m Team 30:48 Grand Slam Track LA Cancelled 36:58 Sustainability and Revenue Challenges 38:00 Attendance and Broadcast Contracts 41:47 Prize Money and Athlete Commitments 43:18 Future Prospects and Reflections 50:02 More: Oslo Diamond League Highlights, 3:50 Last Place in Mile 58:10 NCAA Championships Day 1 Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/28e79d06-074a-40df-b539-7b372088f572

Donavan Brazier is back, Jane Hedengren has taken a hammer to all the high school distance records, Cooper Lutkenhaus has Michael Granville's record, the NCAA championships are this weekend and so are the Oslo and Stockholm Diamond League meets. What can Nico Young do in the world record 5000? Hannah England joins us at 78:47 as the former World Championship 1500m silver medallist & NCAA champion, now broadcaster joins us to discuss the launch of her new podcast Podium podcast (Itunes here, spotify here), her transition to broadcasting the top meets in the world, Faith Kipyegon's sub 4 attempt, and even World XC in Tallahassee. Want podcasts breaking down Oslo and NCAAs? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Start 2:50 Donavan Brazier is back! 08:32 Race Video Here 13:40 Goosebumps from coming this far 16:29 Join the Supporters Club 17:20 Letsrun.com/VPN 18:36 Will Brazier Make Worlds in 2025? 20:41 The horizontal shuffle 23:09 Jane Hedengren Shatters High School Girls Mile & 2 Mile Records 27:35 Valby or Hedengren thread 33:46 Sophomore Cooper Lutkenhaus breaks Michael Granville's 800m record 40:06 Man Runs Marathon on 24 Hours Notice 43:24 USA Cross Country Championships to be at NXN 52:46 Oslo Diamond League: Can Nico Young the World (or American) record at 5000? 01:01:26 Cooper Teare / Graham Blanks 01:06:55 Mini NCAA Preview- Prediction Contest coming 01:13:30 2023 NCAA title vacated 01:18:47 Hannah England (Guest) 01:19:07 Hannah's New Podcast 01:20:31 The Passion for Field Events 01:22:48 Diamond League Broadcasts 01:25:31 Hannah's Broadcasting Journey (Itunes here, spotify here), 01:28:10 Grand Slam Track's reception in Europe 01:33:45 Faith Kipyegon's Sub-Four Attempt 01:38:39 Hannah's NCAA Experience 01:41:52 Balancing Science and Sports 01:42:58 High School and Future Stars 01:44:45 World XC in Tallahasse Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend. Find out more at http://podcast.letsrun.com What did you think of the episode? We want your feedback. https://pinecast.com/feedback/letsrun/2d2e39ab-063f-4a0c-84eb-c0baa5aed83d

Grand Slam Track Talk moved to Historic Franklin Field and fans came out to watch. Nico Young turned some heads in the 3000, what can he now do for 5000? Is he a global medal threat? Josh Kerr got the best of Cole Hocker at 1500 but who is the favorite for Worlds? Kenny Bednarek and Melissa Jefferson-Wooden domianted the 100 and 200. Are they favored for Worlds? The 2028 Olympic Marathon Trials stanards are 2:16:00 and 2:37:00. What do you think? Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Show notes below. Like us and follow us on your favorite podcast app. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe PR Running Camps for High Schoolers and Middle Schoolers Attend PR Running Camp July 13-17 in NC led by famed coaches Chris Catton and Tim Goldsack. More info here. Show notes: 00:00 Start 01:57 Fan Interactions and Personal Anecdotes 03:39 PR Running Camp *link 07:01 Grand Slam Gets a Much Bigger Turnout in Philly 20:58 Nico Young: Grand Slam's Biggest Winner? 30:25 Nico & Cole Going to Europe for 5ks 36:11 Hobbs Kessler's Progress *Interview 38:59 The men's 1500 delivered once again 43:23 The 1500 favorite for worlds is... 43:45 Marco Arop's Dominant 800 & 1500 Prospects 49:15 Diribe Welteji Impresses 56:29 Nikki Hiltz, Addy Wiley, Nia Akins Struggle 01:03:35 Josette Andrews 01:08:23 Sprints: Melissa Jefferson-Wooden & Kenny Bednarek Dominant 01:10:02 Who is 100m favorite? 01:12:08 NCAA Regionals: Jordan Anthony 9.75 100m 01:15:13 T'Mars McCallum 19.83 01:18:03 Jonah Koech 1:43 FTW 01:19:59 Olympic Marathon Trials Standards 2:16, 2:37 Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend.

Jonah Koech joins us at 88:50 to discuss his shocking Diamond League 1500m win (nice article here by Jon Gault) where the American went from 3:37 to 3:31 for 1500m and took down the Diamond League field. Beatrice Chebet blasted an 8:11, Addy Wiley nearly won the 800, whereas stateside Athing Mu returned to racing the 3rd heat of the 1500m at the Sound Running Track Fest where Eduardo Herrera got a big win in 12:59. Conner Mantz had a nice Bolder Boulder win and what happened to the USATF NYC Grand Prix? Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Rabat & Sound Running 00:23 Introduction and Episode Overview 03:21 Rabat Diamond League 04:57 WTF Jonah Koech 3:31 Diamond League Win 15:57 800 or 1500? 23:30 Ottawa Marathon: CJ Albertson & Rory Linkletter Boston Double 28:18 What's a good marathon? *link 29:09 Beatrice Chebet 8:11 3000 33:47 Wang Junxia 39:06 Who!? Frederik Ruppert 8:01 Steeple for Germany 45:08 Tshepiso Masalela Over Wanyonyi in 800 47:12 Wanyonyi 49:04 Addy Wiley Nearly Wins 800 52:20 Femke Bol's Season Opener 57:13 Sound Running TrackFest 1:01:48 Eduardo Herrera 12:58 1:05:42 Athing Mu 2nd place 1:14:57 Conner Mantz's Bolder Boulder Win 1:17:29 USATF NYC Grand Prix Cancelled 1:28:50 Jonah Koech 1:29:31 How surprised by 3:31 win? 1:35:42 Relationship to Rudisha 1:38:36 800 or 1500? 1:42:25 Training 1:46:04 The Marathon? Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend.

Want a detailed? Written recap of the weekend? Read The Week That Was The collegiate action heated up with fast times across the board and some controversy at the ACC Champs. Sophie O'Sullivan looked impressive, Simeon Birnbaum's delivered, Parker Wolfe was impressive, but is Ethan Strand the one shoe companies should be focused on? The Johnson twins are now a force in NCAA sprinting and Nick Symmonds made it to the top of Mt. Everest. Grand Slam Track has made some changed and Sha'Carri Richardson had a disappointing opening to her 20245 season. We break it all down. PR Running Camps for High Schoolers and Middle Schoolers Attend PR Running Camp July 13-17 in NC led by famed coaches Chris Catton and Tim Goldsack. More info here. Want a 2nd podcast every week? And savings on running shoes? Join the LetsRun.com Supporters Club today for exclusive content, a bonus weekly podcast, shoe savings, and more. Cancel anytime .https://www.letsrun.com/subscribe Show notes: 00:00 Intro 00:22 Start 06:09 PR Running Camp *link 06:52 Join the LetsRun Supporters Club *link 07:36 Breaking News: Athing Mu at Pre Classic 11:05 NCAA 1500m and Ethan Strand's Performance: 50.6 400? 16:52 America's next steeple star!? 21:13 Geordie Beamish vs Ethan Strand 25:00 Adam Spencer over Nathan Green at Big 10 1500 25:18 Oregon's Koitatoi Kidali scores 0 points, is he NCAA 800 favorite? 28:42 NCAA 800m Heated up 34:55 Women's 1500m Sophie O'Sullivan's Journey 40:10 ACC Men's 5000m Controversy Causes Ethan Strand to Run 13:13! 50:44 Team Dynamics? 53:40 Simeon Birnbaum's Impressive Weekend 56:13 Comparing Birnbaum to Grant Fisher 57:52 Debate on Celebrations and Sportsmanship 01:05:19 Johnson Twins at Clemson Go 1-2 01:07:11 Maggie Liebich Dreams Become Reality Athlete of Week *thread 01:11:09 Sha'Carri Richardson's Season Opener 01:21:05 Grand Slam Track Format Changes 01:30:37 Remember Eugene Summer Series? 01:34:05 Nick Symmonds' Everest Climb 01:37:20 Upcoming Track Meets Contact us: Email [email protected] or call/text 1-844-LETSRUN podcast voicemail/text line. Check out the LetsRun.com store. https://shop.letsrun.com/ We've got the softest running shirts in the business. Thanks for listening. Please rate us on your podcast app and spread the word to friend.