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-- -- -- In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, host Matt Fox interviews South African marathoner Adam Lipschitz. Matt quizes Adam about his impressive achievement at the Valencia Marathon, where he clocked 2:08:54—the fastest marathon time by a South African in 2023—while training only 86 kilometers (53 miles) per week in the 12 weeks leading up to the race. Adam discusses his unique training methods, including the use of an ARC trainer, his strategic approach to fueling, and balancing his running with social life and entrepreneurship. He also touches on a doping issue within South African athletics and his goals for future races and the Olympics. Topics:

00:00 Introduction and Weather Update00:28 Incredible Achievement at Valencia Marathon01:01 Adam Lipschitz's Training Insights02:10 Upcoming Training Experience in Arizona03:53 Interview with Adam Lipschitz Begins04:23 Adam's Early Running Career07:45 Challenges and Injuries09:54 Training Philosophy and Cross Training16:48 Valencia Marathon Build-Up22:28 Pacing and Long Runs37:08 Diet and Final Preparations39:52 Discussing Calorie Tracking and Diet40:59 The Arc Trainer: A Key Training Tool44:01 Gym Sessions and Injury Prevention45:22 Race Day in Valencia: A Detailed Recap52:16 Post-Race Reflections and Future Goals01:00:14 Balancing Running with Life and Business01:06:02 Doping Scandal in South Africa01:10:29 Final Thoughts and Farewell