Welcoming Jess McClain to the show! Jess is a pro runner for Brooks, and she made big waves last year when she came in fourth in both the Olympic Marathon Trials and the 10K at the Olympic Track and Field Trials. In this week's episode, she talks so beautifully about rediscovering the fun in running by involving herself in other activities and pursuits. Jess shares what it’s like to work full-time for a non-profit while also following her passions within sport, and she gives some really beautiful advice on the importance of listening to your body.
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IN THIS EPISODE
(8:00) How pressure got the best of Jess early in her career.
(10:13) Jess reflects on her 20+ years of running.
(12:50) How Jess finds the joy on the days that don’t feel so exciting and easy.
(14:55) Jess talks about walking away from professional running for a bit during the pandemic.
(18:00) How Jess found the fun in running again.
(20:18) Jess shares what it was like to run her first marathon.
(24:09) Jess talks about her new coach David Roche.
(39:15) What changed for Jess McClain in 2023 that unlocked her potential in 2024.
(42:47) How Jess felt about coming in fourth at the Marathon Olympic Trials.
(44:30) How Jess re-imagined her relationship with failure.
(50:10) How Jess felt about flying to the Olympics in Paris as an alternate and not racing.
(55:49) What Jess sees when she looks in the mirror.
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