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'I ran in the world champs, then gave it up to start a band' - interview with running punk Jimmy Watkins

The Way of the Runner - conversations on running with Adharanand Finn

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Evolution of Running Culture: From Outsider to Embracing the Sport

The chapter discusses the changing landscape of running culture, reflecting on the speaker's journey from feeling like an outsider when they first started running in the late 1980s to the present, where running has become a popular activity. The conversation touches upon the increasing influence of running books, the speaker's personal return to running as a coping mechanism, and the joy and creativity they found in the sport. Additionally, the chapter explores the intersection of running and music, discussing favorite running songs and the impact of music on their running experiences.

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