Join us with running's Youngest superstars, Lex and Leo Young, as they discuss NIL deals, On running, Stanford track, business ventures, and more. Dive into their college running experiences, creative collaborations, and light-hearted banter on food preferences and memes.
Young brothers merge film passion with running journey, enjoying video production and creative experimentation.
Entrepreneurial ventures involve clothing line management and shift to project-based drops for product control.
Transition to collegiate competition requires mindset shift from leading to pack running, navigating tactical races.
Deep dives
Passion for Film and Content Creation
The Young brothers showcase a long-standing passion for film and content creation, dating back to their early YouTube days. They have seamlessly integrated their creative interests with their running pursuits, finding joy in producing videos and experimenting with different equipment and editing styles.
Navigating the Business Aspect
Amidst their college journey, the brothers have delved into entrepreneurship, involving a clothing line and managing quality control issues associated with dropshipping models. They emphasize the shift towards smaller, project-based drops to ensure increased control and satisfaction in product fulfillment.
Transitioning to College Running
Transitioning from high school stardom to collegiate competition posed its challenges, with the shift from leading races to running in large packs proving daunting. The adjustment to tactical racing and establishing oneself within a competitive collegiate field required a shift in mindset and approach, a transition the brothers navigated with a blend of excitement and adaptability.
Transitioning from High School to College Competition
The podcast episode delves into the transition from high school to college competition. In high school, runners are familiar with the expectations and competition levels, where success is somewhat predictable. However, in college, the shift is highlighted by a change in expectations and uncertainty. College races present a challenge due to differing levels of competition and the adjustment to the unknown outcomes, making it both thrilling and challenging.
Sibling Influence in Running and College Life
Another key point discussed in the podcast is the influence of having an accomplished sibling in the same sport. The dynamic of having an older brother setting high standards in running can be motivating but also presents a unique challenge. The younger siblings feel inspired by the older sibling's achievements but also feel the pressure to perform at a similar level. The sibling relationship provides support, guidance, and a shared passion for running, enhancing their overall experience as collegiate athletes.
Today we welcome some of running's Youngest superstars: the Young brothers. In this dramatic sit down we do some deep investigative work, asking them some hard questions about NIL deals, running for On, running their own business/media empire, Stanford track, former coach Sean Brosnan, and Nico Young.