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The Nick Bare Podcast

045: My 2:39 Marathon Race Recap

Dec 18, 2023
The speaker shares their personal journey of running a marathon and how it brought about a profound realization. They reflect on their recent successful marathon race, discussing strategies, pacing, and satisfaction. The days leading up to the race and their carb-loading approach are discussed, along with detailed pre-race preparations. The speaker expresses gratitude, highlights the importance of staying present, and acknowledges running for more than just themselves. They share their experience at the California International Marathon, discussing achievements and expressing perseverance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Consistent pacing and disciplined execution were key to achieving a sub-245 marathon time.
  • Hydration, electrolyte consumption, and mental strength played crucial roles in the marathon success.

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Achieving the Goal of Sub-245 Marathon

The podcast episode discusses the host's recent completion of the California International Marathon with a goal of running a sub-245 marathon, and he proudly announces that he crossed the finish line at 2 hours, 39 minutes, and 20 seconds, demolishing his goal. He emphasizes the disciplined execution and consistent pacing throughout the race as his key achievement, while crediting the support of the community and the belief in the mission and mindset of 'go one more' for his success. He recounts his splits and highlights the importance of hydration and electrolyte consumption during the race. The host reflects on the years of training and the compounding effect of consistent effort in achieving his marathon goals.

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