“My goals are to run faster on roads and longer on trails,” says Gene Dykes, the only living human to run a sub 3-hour marathon while being 70 years or older.
Spartan Up Endurance Series host, Johnny Waite, talks with Gene about how to train, the benefits of using a coach and when to hit the reset button. In this episode you’ll learn…
-Three benefits to using a running coach
-Don’t sprint! Why Gene and older runners should avoid sprinting
-Use a mentor to set stretch goals
-Is the old adage ‘you have 15 years of competitive running’ true?
Connect with Gene:
-Twitter: @TheUltraGeezer
-Instagram: @genewdykes
-Website: UltraGeezer
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CREDITS:
Producer: Ryan Warner
Hosts: Johnny Waite
Sr Producer: Marion Abrams
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