Are carbon-plated super shoes only for elite marathoners, or do they actually benefit mid and back-of-the-pack runners? In episode 129, we tackle the great super shoe debate, dive into the mind-boggling Cocodona 250, and discuss the dark side of toxic grind culture on social media.

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE

The PR Project crew is back to explore the physical and cultural limits of the running world. We kick things off with Tommie’s latest Western States training updates before spiraling into a deep dive on the true limits of human athletic performance.

Gary makes a surprise mid-show entrance just in time for us to break down the grueling Cocodona 250 and have a fascinating discussion about how the gender gap changes in ultra-endurance races. We also keep it relatable with some parenting talk, answer your YouTube comments, and hold sessions in Run Culture Court. Finally, we get real about how "toxic grind culture" is impacting the running community on social media and whether it's doing more harm than good.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

02:13 - Weather in Michigan

04:28 - Tommie’s Western States Training Updates

08:11 - Limits of Human Performance in Athletics?

18:50 - Special Guest Gary Arrives

19:40 - Cocodona 250 & Gender in Ultra Endurance Races

28:01 - Babies Being 2 Years Old vs. 24 Months

31:54 - Tommie Instilling Virtues As A Parent

33:58 - Responding To YouTube Comments

37:19 - Are Super Shoes Important For Slower Pace Runners?

45:09 - Run Culture Court

47:08 - Toxic Grind Culture and Its Impact on Social Media

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