Des Linden is a professional runner for Brooks living in Michigan. She is one of America's most decorated distance athletes - a two-time olympian, Boston Marathon champion, and 50k World Record Holder. This is her first appearance on the podcast.

Topics discussed:

Des's reputation for being a workhorse and having a blue collar attitude
Her transition from college to pro running
Her early move to the marathon
Living in MI as opposed to other training hotbeds
The realities of being an Olympian and competing at the games
Her exposure to trail running
Her experience at UTMB
Aging and retirement for pro athletes
Her trip to Japan with Tim, Magda, & Ruth
Her new role as Chief Running Adviser at Brooks
Her media projects including her book, podcast, and race commentary
And a lot more!

Des's Book Choosing To Run

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Des Linden | Olympian & Boston Marathon Champion