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Final Surge Podcast Episode 31: Drew Hunter

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In Episode 31 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to professional runner Drew Hunter. Drew is considered one of the best high school distance runners of all time, breaking the national indoor mile record formerly held by Alan Webb. We discuss Drew’s decision to not run in college and turn pro, his goals for this year, and get into details about his current training.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 30: Sarah Kozul

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In Episode 30 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to Coach Sarah Kozul of the Jeff Galloway Run Walk Run Lakeland Florida training group. Sarah discusses the philosophy of the Galloway method, the goals of the program and the types of workouts that the Galloway method uses to help athletes train for their upcoming races.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 29: Matt Fitzgerald

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In Episode 29 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to endurance sport author, coach and nutritionist Matt Fitzgerald. Matt discusses his 80/20 rule, differences in diets for optimal training compared to weight loss, and the mental aspect of training and racing.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 28: Kim Conley

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In Episode 28 of the Final Surge podcast we talk to two-time U.S. Olympian Kim Conley. Kim discusses her decision to run at UC Davis after high school, some of her past Olympic Trials races, and her recent marathon debut. We discuss her upcoming plans for the 2017 season and ask her some questions about the current depth of women’s running in the United States.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 27: Mario Fraioli

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In Episode 27 of the Final Surge podcast we talk to Coach Mario Fraioli. Mario is the former Senior Editor of Competitor Magazine and now works for an online coaching venture called Ekiden. Mario discusses his new job transition, why he doesn’t like the word “goals”, and answers some specific training questions.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 26: Nick Willis

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In Episode 26 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to 1500m Olympic medalist Nick Willis of New Zealand. Nick discusses his 2016 race in Rio, his training leading up to his race, and his partnership with Final Surge to launch his new business venture, Miler Method Boot Camps.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 25: Nick Symmonds

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In Episode 25 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to 800m Olympian and entrepreneur Nick Symmonds. Nick discusses training and racing strategy for mid-distance events, his future in the sport, his plans to run a marathon, and his new business venture Run Gum.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 24: Joe Vigil

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In Episode 24 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to legendary coach Joe Vigil. Joe won 26 national titles at Adams State College and produced 425 All-Americans. He has worked with Olympic Bronze Madalist Deena Kastor, Silver Medalist Meb Keflezighi, and recently with Olympians Brenda Martinez and Boris Berian.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 23: Laura Pizmoht of Salty Running

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In Episode 23 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to Laura Pizmoht, runner and founder of the popular running blog Salty Running. Laura discusses a range of topics from how the blog got started, how much time it takes each day, important issues in women’s running and how a woman-focused blog should be read by men as well.

Final Surge Podcast Episode 22: Alex Hutchinson

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In Episode 22 of the Final Surge Podcast we talk to Alex Hutchinson, Sweat Science writer for Runner’s World. Alex discusses the latest research on topics like running cadence, foot placement, strength training for endurance athletes, hydration and how beet juice has many possible benefits to your training and health.