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The Extramilest Podcast

#91: Boston Marathon: Stories, Training, and Tips for Runners

Dec 6, 2024
01:10:01

Brent Cunningham, an inspiring runner, Boston Marathon finisher, and advocate for intentional living, shares his journey of overcoming challenges, embracing low heart rate training, and the power of kindness and consistency. Brent is a member of our PB Program.

 

 

Want to level up your running and health? Learn more about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program at: https://www.pbprogram.com/ 

 

 

Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/L3vsBmqelq4?si=Qt9-akWldHX687gM 

CHAPTERS:

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 0:30 - Brent’s Running Journey and Progress
  • 2:12 - Path Projects Shoutout
  • 3:10 - Brent’s Boston Marathon Experience and the 2013 Bombing
  • 17:16 - The Story Behind Giving Away His Boston Marathon Medal
  • 26:31 - Lessons from Boston: The Power of Names and Noticing Others
  • 35:22 - Discovering MAF Training and Embracing Low Heart Rate Running
  • 53:00 - Reflections on Purpose, Mission, and Intentional Living
  • 1:00:29 - Strategies for Overcoming Challenges in Running and Life
  • 1:06:36 - Tips for Becoming a Stronger, Healthier, and Happier Athlete
  • 1:08:52 - Favorite Takeaways and Lessons

 

FIND BRENT CUNNINGHAM: 

► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brent.cunningham.79 

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED:

► Courtney Dauwalter's Advice to Improve Your Running: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTgwIEAN3B4&t=262s

► Phil Maffetone and Low Heart Rate Training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TPrenWWK9U

► 6 Habits Every Runner Needs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mF0CCpy3Dzo 

► Lomond Hoodie: https://pathprojects.com/products/lomond-hoodie 

► Graves PX Shell Jacket: https://pathprojects.com/products/graves-px-shell-jacket 

► Killam PX: https://pathprojects.com/products/killam-px

► Get 10% off Path Projects running apparel: https://www.pathprojects.com/flo 

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ 

► Personal Best Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ 

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman/ 

► Website: https://extramilest.com

► Website: https://pathprojects.com 

 

 

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ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.

 

 

More info about our running coaching program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com.

 

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