Briggity Bro Bobs BIG Time Running Podcast

Briggity Bro Bobs BIG Time Running Podcast: Episode 42 - High School Runners Are GOOD!


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In this conversation, Jeremy and Bradford discuss various topics including Jeremy's new library, their thoughts on the Ghostbusters movie, their recent activities, and their running progress. They also talk about the possibility of creating a workout video and merchandise for their podcast. They discuss their training and goals for upcoming races, including a potential trail marathon. They also touch on the topic of high school runners and the improvement in race times. The conversation explores the reasons behind the faster times in track and field today compared to 20 years ago. The main themes include the impact of technology and information, the increase in talent pool, the influence of social media, and the shift in athlete mentality. The conversation also touches on factors such as improved training, better nutrition, and the pursuit of college scholarships. The hosts discuss the significance of times like sub-4 minutes for the mile and sub-5 minutes for the girls' mile as benchmarks for talent and success. The conversation explores the increasing depth of talent in high school track and field, specifically in the mile and 3200-meter races. The hosts discuss the significance of sub-five-minute miles and sub-nine-minute 3200-meter times as benchmarks for high school runners. They compare the current number of athletes achieving these times to the past and highlight the exponential growth in talent. They also discuss the dedication and training required to achieve these times and the challenges that high school runners face when transitioning to college. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about golf tournaments and potential sponsorship opportunities.

Chapters

00:00 New Library and Thoughts on Ghostbusters

09:44 The Improvement in Race Times Among High School Runners

30:46 The Expansion of the Talent Pool

39:09 The Shift in Athlete Mentality

46:21 The Significance of Sub-Five-Minute Miles and Sub-Nine-Minute 3200-Meter Times

55:12 The Depth of Talent in Girls Track and Field

01:03:25 A Lighthearted Discussion about Golf Tournaments and Sponsorship Opportunities

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Briggity Bro Bobs BIG Time Running PodcastBy Bradford D Lang