In an attempt to appreciate how easy we runners have it nowadays, in this episode Ryan and I talk about 16 ways that running has changed over just about the last 20 years. We reminisce about things that were simpler but also talk about all the advancements that we as runners can take advantage of to make us faster and have a better experience. Along with our guest Jim Lynch, fellow podcast host and 50 state finisher, we tackle these topics: training, mileage, nutrition, race fueling, mental training, gear, pacing, shoes, GPS watches, strength training, race selection, social aspects, race entry fees, race chips vs, gun time, and recent changes due to the pandemic. 

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Mental training episode:https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/episodes/39--A-guide-to-marathon-training---part-3-the-mind-epskd9 Interview with 

Alex Hutchinson:https://anchor.fm/marathonrunningpodcast/episodes/29--Endure---about-human-limitations-with-Alex-Hutchinson-enhe9s 

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