In this episode of the Out and Back podcast, hosts Jacob Thomson and Rory Linkletter discuss the excitement of the fall marathon season, including the upcoming Cow Harbor 10K and the importance of training strategies like fatigue resistance. They recap the recent world championships, highlighting thrilling finishes in both the men's and women's marathons, and celebrate Julia Paternain's historic bronze medal. The conversation also touches on the drama of the 1500m final, predictions for the upcoming 5K races, and the potential for more stadium finishes in road racing, emphasizing the blend of preparation, luck, and the electric atmosphere that championship races bring.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Fall Racing Season

02:04 Race Preparations and Expectations

05:34 Training Philosophy: Fatigue Resistance

12:13 Championship Marathons: Insights from Recent Races

20:33 Highlighting Underdogs: Julia Paternan's Journey

22:54 Dramatic Events: The 1500m Final Recap

23:38 The Blunt Truth of Performance

24:50 Controversy in Competition: The DQ Debate

26:51 Finals and Surprises: The 1500m Race

28:27 The 10K Upset: Gressier's Victory

31:49 Kijelcha's Transition: From Track to Road

33:08 5K Predictions: A Competitive Landscape

36:39 Dark Horse Picks: Surprises in the 5K

40:10 Women's 1500m: Kipjegon and Rising Stars

42:16 Marathon Finishes: The Stadium Experience