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Sweat Elite
Interviews with Elite Athletes, Professional Coaches, Sport Scientists and Thought Leaders in the Sport of Running.
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May 22, 2024 • 1h 11min
THE ACTION: Olympic Marathon Universality Controversy, Night of 10K PBs & LA Grand Prix highlights, Athletics Kenya Visa Drama and more
Thank you Ketone-IQ for offering 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you Pillar Performance offering listeners 15% off your first order at Pillar Performance, use code: SWEAT15 at https://pillarperformance.shop/ and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Weekly Highlights 02:13 Athletics Kenya Visa Drama 10:41 Olympic Marathon Universality Controversy 21:46 Courtney Frerichs' Injury Update 24:39 Ethiopia's Olympic Marathon Team Announcement 32:37 Doping Suspension: Rogers Quemoy 37:52 Kenya's Doping Scandal: A Deep Dive 39:42 Comparing Doping Cultures: Japan vs. Kenya 41:54 Night of 10K PBs: Event Highlights 49:40 LA Grand Prix: Men's 5K Recap 53:27 LA Grand Prix: Women's 5K and 1500m Insights 01:02:20 Pre Classic Preview: Anticipated Showdowns 01:07:37 Women's 10K World Record Attempt 01:10:43 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events

May 19, 2024 • 59min
HANG WITH - Stephen Scullion - Marathon Lessons & The Youtube Journey
Thank you to Ketone-IQ for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 30% off: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Stephen Scullion is a 2:09 Marathoner from Ireland with a very popular Youtube Channel. In this episode Matt talks with Scully about the London Marathon he ran last month in 2:16, his Youtube Journey and much more. Access the Private Podcast feed by Sweat Elite all about Training: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Topics: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:18 Stephen Scullion's London Marathon Experience 04:17 The YouTube Journey and Reflections 08:10 Training Insights and Challenges 20:02 The 209 Marathon Build-Up 23:18 Sponsorship and Endorsements 24:39 Training with Elite Athletes 31:51 Balancing Training and Life 32:28 The Anxiety of Repeating Success 33:13 Choosing Between Comfort and Excellence 34:29 Starting the YouTube Journey 35:47 The Evolution of the YouTube Channel 39:35 The Unscripted Approach to Content Creation 46:30 Improving the Sport of Running 50:55 Social Media Preferences 54:14 Future Aspirations and Interests 59:00 Final Thoughts and Reflections

May 17, 2024 • 46min
HANG WITH - Michael Brandt - CEO of Ketone-IQ & 2:40 Marathoner
Try Ketone-IQ today with 30% off: www.ketone.com/sweatelite A warm welcome back to the Sweat Elite podcast Michael Brandt - CEO and Co-Founder of Ketone-IQ and 2:40 Marathoner! Sweat Elite is proud to partner with one of the leading sports nutrition brands in the world - Ketone-IQ. Topics: 00:00 Introduction to Sweat Elite Podcast 00:17 Meet Michael Brandt: CEO of Ketone IQ 02:44 The Evolution of Ketone IQ 03:08 Shark Tank Experience 11:20 The Science Behind Ketones 17:35 Daily Routine and Ketone Usage 22:13 Balancing Marathon Training and Business 24:29 Balancing Life's Buckets 26:23 Marathon Insights and Lessons 28:59 Running Form and Techniques 35:55 Future Running Goals 40:54 KetoneIQ Expansion Plans 44:11 Conclusion and Podcast Information

May 16, 2024 • 1h 4min
THE ACTION: Boston Marathon Prize Money Drama, Kipchoge's Property Dispute, Doha Diamond League Highlights, Track Fest Highlights, LA Grand Prix and Night of 10,000m PB's Preview and more
Thank you Ketone-IQ for offering 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you Pillar Performance offering listeners 15% off your first order at Pillar Performance, use code: SWEAT15 at https://pillarperformance.shop/ and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Topics: 00:00 Welcome and Updates from Alex and Matt 00:25 This Week in Distance Running: Highlights and Drama 02:44 Boston Marathon Prize Money Drama Unfolds 10:19 Kenyan Athletics: Property Dispute and Olympic Trials Controversy 26:27 Doha Diamond League Recap: Women's 800m Showdown 31:48 Athlete Insights and Performance Analysis 32:08 Doha Diamond League Highlights 33:04 Women's 5000m and Men's 1500m Deep Dive 33:33 Kenyan Runners Shaking Up the Scene 35:15 The Challenges and Triumphs of Kenyan and Ethiopian Runners 41:53 Emerging Stars and Record Breakers 45:18 American Distance Running Achievements 48:24 Track Fest and LA Grand Prix Preview 51:54 Looking Ahead: Night of 10k PBs and Rabat Diamond League 01:00:21 Excitement Builds for the LA Grand Prix 01:03:19 Wrapping Up and Sponsor Shoutouts

May 10, 2024 • 49min
HANG WITH - Andreas Almgren - Double Threshold Training
Swedish record holder Andreas Almgren discusses his unique approach to training, including the double threshold strategy. He shares insights on balancing running with a career in data science, training optimization, transition to longer distances, and future goals. Topics also cover diet, strength training, and the science behind training optimization with Svexa.

May 9, 2024 • 1h 1min
THE ACTION - Jakob vs Josh vs The Field, Kipchoge's Personal Struggles and Speculations, Matthew Centrowitz's Comeback: A Glimpse of Hope and more
Thank you to Ketone-IQ and Pillar Performance for sponsoring this episode of The Action. For 30% Off Ketone-IQ use code SWEATELITE at checkout https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE To score 15% off your first order at Pillar Performance, use code: SWEAT15 at https://pillarperformance.shop/ and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Topics: 00:00 Welcome to The Action: A Recap of Last Week's Running Events 01:03 Sponsor Shoutouts: Ketone IQ and Pillar Performance 02:41 Track Rivalries Heat Up: Jakob vs. Josh Kerr 06:01 The Excitement of the Men's 1500m: A Deep Dive 11:08 USATF's Decision Reversal: A Win for Athletes 14:48 Olympic Dreams in Jeopardy: The Universality Places Dilemma 20:47 Kipchoge's Personal Struggles and Speculations 28:48 Matthew Centrowitz's Comeback: A Glimpse of Hope 31:15 Athlete Performance and Olympic Team Prospects 31:46 The Controversial Character in Sports 32:02 Olympic Team Selection Dynamics 32:37 Analyzing Competitor Performances 35:43 Injury News and Its Impact 37:09 The Challenge of Injuries in Running 38:28 Upcoming Diamond League and Track Fest Highlights 50:21 Sound Running Track Festival Preview 59:59 Final Thoughts and Sponsor Shoutouts

May 8, 2024 • 1h 8min
TRAINING TALK - Luke Keogh (2:27 Marathoner) begins summer speed training while both Matt Fox and Luke target a 5km PB in the summer - Bonus Episode
Join us over in the Shareholders Club to access all Training Talk Episodes: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Luke Keogh Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348 Matt Fox Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Topics: 00:00 Welcome to the Sweat Elite Podcast & Shareholders Club Introduction 00:54 The Creation of the Shareholders Club: A Financial Necessity 01:49 Joining the Sweat Elite Shareholders Club: Benefits and Invitation 02:44 Training Talk: Insights into Elite Running with Luke Keogh 03:42 Luke's Intense Training Session and Weather Challenges 12:01 From Houston Heat to Boulder's Altitude: A Training Adventure 28:51 The Benefits of Strides and Planning for Sub 100 Mile Weeks 34:43 Embracing the Journey: Patience and Progress in Running 35:08 Strategic Training Adjustments for Peak Performance 36:12 Setting Goals and the Power of Time Trials 36:49 A Friendly Challenge: The Tracksmith 5k in Chicago 37:51 Altitude Training Challenges and Asthma Struggles 43:04 The Impact of Social Media on Professional Running 57:24 Personal Bests and Setting New Goals 59:22 Looking Ahead: Training Plans and Race Strategies

May 3, 2024 • 56min
HANG WITH - Eric Floberg - Film Maker, 2:38 Boston Marathoner, Father of 4
Welcome to another episode of HANG WITH where Sweat Elite Founder Matt Fox hangs out with a professional athlete, coach or figure of the sport. This week Matt hangs out with Eric Floberg - professional film maker, 2:38 Boston Marathoner, father of 4. Eric Floberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floberg.runs/ This podcast episode is sponsoted by Precision Fuel & Hydration - Sweat Elite's preferred race and training nutrition products. 15% discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/sweatelite-24 (auto-applies code to cart). Join us over at the Shareholders Club: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Get a personalised strategy using their free Fuel & Hydration Planner: https://visit.pfandh.com/sweatelite-plan This podcast episode is sponsoted by Sweat Elite Coaching: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Topics: 00:00 Introduction to the Sweat Elite Podcast with Eric Floberg 01:09 Sponsor Spotlight: Precision Fuel and Hydration 02:14 Eric Floberg's Journey: From Filmmaker to Marathon Runner 04:04 The Early Days: Eric's Introduction to Running 06:14 Marathon Dreams: The Path to Boston 11:03 Sharing the Journey: The Birth of a YouTube Channel 16:31 The Impact of Sharing and the Challenges of Content Creation 25:48 Sweat Elite Announcements and Closing Thoughts 27:11 Planning and Producing YouTube Content 29:41 Finding the Right Content Rhythm 30:02 Evolving Content Strategy: From Workouts to Short Films 31:17 The Power of Storytelling in Running 31:47 Balancing Family Life, Running, and Content Creation 32:20 The Role of a Talented Team in Content Production 33:32 Sacrifices and Support: The Journey to Success 37:41 The Boston Marathon Experience: A Personal Best 41:15 Behind the Scenes of the Boston Marathon 43:57 Exploring Sponsorships and Brand Collaborations 53:10 Future Plans and Marathon Goals

May 1, 2024 • 57min
THE ACTION - Road To Records, Penn Relays, Shanghai DL, SOVA Running | Kenyan Marathon Olympic Team Selections and more
Thank you to Ketone-IQ and Pillar Performance for sponsoring this episode of The Action. For 30% Off Ketone-IQ use code SWEATELITE at checkout https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE To score 15% off your first order at Pillar Performance, use code: SWEAT15 at https://pillarperformance.shop/ and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Topics: 00:00 Welcome & Overview of Last Week's Running Events 01:03 Sponsor Shoutouts: Ketone IQ and Pillar Performance 02:44 Deep Dive into the Penn Relays Mile Highlights 07:55 Analyzing the Shanghai Diamond League's Performance 13:03 Adidas Roads to Records Event: Breaking Down the Results 25:20 The Phenomenal Performances at Northern Arizona University 27:11 Analyzing Athlete Performances and Olympic Trials Predictions 28:09 The Impact of Recent Results on Olympic Selections 29:44 Exploring the Importance of Speed in Distance Running 31:13 Highlighting Impressive Performances and Upcoming Trials 31:34 Team Sober's Training and Performance Insights 35:05 The Strategy Behind Small Training Groups 38:10 Kenyan Olympic Marathon Team Selections Unveiled 45:13 Debating the Kenyan Women's Marathon Team Choices 54:19 Final Thoughts on Olympic Marathon Team Selections

Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 7min
THE ACTION - London Marathon Highlights, Will Bekele Face Kipchoge in Paris? Debating Kipchoge and Bekele's True Age, Xiamen Diamond League Results
Pillar Performance is the sponsor of this podcast. Thank you Pillar Performance! Code: SWEAT15 - 15% off first time purchases at pillarperformance.shop, and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Topics: 00:00 Welcome to the Sweat Elite Podcast: The Action Recap 01:05 Sponsor Shoutout: Pillar Performance 01:43 Josh Kerr's Impressive Season Opener 05:53 Brooks Beasts Set DMR World Record 09:47 New Zealand's Olympic Team Announcements 13:18 Michael Johnson's Track League Investment 23:16 Doping News: Pierre Boss's Whereabouts Failure 29:31 Upcoming Events: Penn Relays and London Marathon Recap 32:30 Kenyan and Ethiopian Olympic Marathon Contenders 35:56 The Age Debate: Unveiling the True Ages of Marathon Legends 44:35 British Marathon Triumphs and European Comparisons 49:18 Women's Marathon World Record and Tactical Racing Insights 51:54 Diamond League Highlights: From the Heat of Xiamen to Shanghai's Upcoming Events 01:02:29 Previewing the Shanghai Diamond League: Key Athletes and Expectations