065: From Sailing to Strides: A Path to Marathon Success with Karoline Olsen

Summary

In this episode of the Tribe of Runners podcast, host Liz Myers chats with Karoline Olson, who shares her remarkable journey from a competitive sailor in Norway to a successful marathon runner. Karoline discusses her initial disdain for running, her spontaneous decision to run a marathon, and the subsequent realization of her talent for long-distance running. The conversation delves into the importance of recovery, the challenges of navigating injuries, and the evolution of her training philosophy, including the significance of heart rate training and personalized coaching. Karoline's story is one of resilience, learning from mistakes, and the pursuit of excellence in the sport of running. Karoline discusses the diverse training methods in running, emphasizing that each athlete's approach can vary significantly. Karoline shares her journey from being an athlete to becoming a coach, driven by a desire to help others avoid the mistakes she made. They delve into the importance of understanding threshold training and how it differs from common misconceptions. The discussion also touches on Karoline's ambitious goal of competing in the Olympics and the balance between her athletic pursuits and her protein muffin business. Finally, they explore the sense of community within the running world, highlighting the supportive nature of the tribe of runners.

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