Catching Up and Endurance Challenges: From Chicago to New York
In this episode of the 3, 2, 1, Go podcast with John Pelkey and Carissa Galloway, the hosts catch up on their personal running adventures and training milestones. John prepares for his first half marathon with some unexpectedly long runs, while Carissa shares her spontaneous decision to run the Chicago Marathon. They discuss the unique logistics and crowd dynamics of major marathons, including viral moments and emotional experiences on the course. The episode also touches on practical tips for maintaining training schedules, the importance of anti-inflammatories, and finding motivation through community support. Whether you're an experienced runner or just starting, this episode offers motivation, laughs, and relatable marathon moments.
00:00 Welcome to 3, 2, 1, Go!
00:18 Catching Up with John and Carissa
01:39 Viral Moment at the Chicago Marathon
05:18 The Peeing Incident Explained
11:30 John's Longest Run Ever
16:35 Preparing for the St. Jude Half Marathon
22:34 Surprise Entry into the Chicago Marathon
23:24 Balancing Marathon Training and Family Life
23:57 Preparing for the Chicago Marathon
24:28 Race Day Strategies and Challenges
26:42 Navigating Walk Breaks During Major Races
28:19 Mental and Emotional Highs and Lows
31:48 Reflecting on the Chicago Marathon Experience
37:25 Upcoming New York Marathon and Final Thoughts
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