This week's episode is with YiOu Wang. YiOu is a trail and ultra runner who lives and trains in Northern California.
In this episode ahead of the Olympic Trials, we discussed:
-qualifying for the Trials due to a last minute race change
-training for the Trials as a trail runner
-lessons learned from the trails that carry over to the roads
-her "couch to Boston Marathon Qualifier" while living in Boston
-going up in distance beyond the marathon
-sponsorship and social media as a pro athlete
-"luck is when preparation meets opportunity"
-being process focused vs results oriented
-her travels
-and more!
Follow along at https://www.instagram.com/ywangruns/ and https://twitter.com/Magicsquid
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