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Episode 42: Breaking the Mold

Episode 42: Breaking the Mold

FromThe Runner's World Show


Episode 42: Breaking the Mold

FromThe Runner's World Show

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Length:
81 minutes
Released:
Feb 23, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

An interview with Mirna Valerio, who at 245 pounds doesn’t necessarily conform to the conventional idea of what a runner should look like. But the body she has is capable of carrying her over epic distances. (2:05)An update on Nike’s Breaking2 project—the quest to help three of the world’s best athletes run a sub 2-hour marathon. (46:17)In the Kick, some extra proof that running isn’t bad for your long-term health, the story behind a runner’s Matthew Centrowitz tattoo, and a race 650 feet below the earth’s surface. (1:10:42)Make the commitment to a happier and healthier you by going to rwmagazine.com to get 22 issues for only $25. That’s more than $80 off the newsstand pricing. Plus, if you sign up now you get a free travel foam roller as our gift with your subscription.Registration is now open now for our first Runner’s World Getaway of 2017. The first Getaway will be May 18-21 at the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa in Beaver Creek, Colorado. For more information or to register, go runnersworld.com/getaway.Episode Credits: Host: David Willey Producers: Sylvia Ryerson, Christine Fennessy and Brian DalekThe Runner's World Show is a proud part of Panoply.Check out our show page here. Follow us on Twitter (@rwaudio) and Facebook (Runner's World Audio).
Released:
Feb 23, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (77)

Hosted by RW Editor-in-Chief David Willey, The Runner’s World Show podcast brings listeners inside the runner’s world. The weekly mix includes stories of ordinary athletes doing extraordinary things, exclusive interviews with notable names in the sport, the latest from the experts on training, gear, injury prevention, and nutrition, and what’s happening behind the scenes at Runner’s World.