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Lacing up for track season brings a flood of memories to anyone who's ever competed, and this star-studded panel takes us straight to the starting blocks. From Olympic trial qualifier Jose Jefferson who triple jumped 51'11" to All-American javelin thrower Lauren Lubarski who broke her university record as a freshman, these track legends deliver a masterclass in what it takes to excel in the sport.

The conversation quickly reveals how track and field creates versatile athletes – Jose competed in five events at one meet, while Lauren transitioned from discus national champion in high school to javelin standout in college. As Coach Andy Upton shares insights from his impressive 27-year coaching career, we discover how knowledge gets passed down through generations, with many former competitors now coaching the next wave of talent.

Nothing bonds track athletes like suffering through brutal weather conditions. Stories of competing in hailstorms, running through snow-covered tracks, and watching high jump bars fall from wind gusts before jumpers even approach bring knowing laughter from everyone involved. Coach Upton's tale of squeegeeing water off floating long jump boards demonstrates the dedication coaches bring to helping athletes succeed regardless of conditions.

When the discussion turns to the most challenging event in track and field, the 800-meter race narrowly edges out the 400-meter hurdles and 10K distance. This friendly debate highlights the respect these athletes have for disciplines outside their specialties – sprinters acknowledging distance runners' endurance while throwers recognize the technical demands of hurdle events.

For current and aspiring track athletes listening, this episode offers more than nostalgic war stories. I

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