Gene Dykes, one of only two persons to run sub-3 hour marathon after age 70, on his running journey, training, favourite races and more
Show Notes
01:30 – Gene introduces himself
05:10 – Journey after first marathon at age 58 for next few years
08:10 – Approach to training before hiring a coach
10:15 – Running with a coach
15:40 – Running back to back races including ultras and marathons
20:55 – Differences and key challenges between marathons and ultramarathons like 100/200 mile races
25:50 – Gene’s approach to strength training
29:20 – Recreational methods other than running
30:20 – Recovery methods
31:05 – Favorite races
38:05 – Managing running and races in 2020
40:40 – Goals for 2021
42:50 – How to tactically manage your best running years
44:15 – Quiz Time!
52:20 – How to get Gene to run in your part of the world!
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