Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Join us in Arizona Jan 31-Feb 3: https://www.eatruntravel.com/arizona-running-experience Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Luke and Matt discuss their training journey as they approach the Houston Marathon and Half Marathon, with just under five weeks to go. They elaborate on recent podcast changes, training plan specifics, and their active Discord group for the shareholders club. They emphasize the importance of balancing viewpoints and being respectful within their running community. The discussion also delves into the merits of various marathon courses such as Chicago, CIM, and Indy, analyzing which might be the fastest under optimal conditions. Adam Lipschitz's unique training methodology and the use of high-cadence tools like the ARC trainer are examined for their effectiveness in running performance. Additionally, they share insights on the importance of mental breaks and lighter training periods, noting how these can benefit long-term performance. Finally, the episode teases upcoming global running experiences organized under the new 'Glob Runners' banner. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Marathon00:40 Podcast Structure and Shareholders Club01:26 Discord Group Dynamics02:28 Respecting Different Viewpoints in Running05:23 Shareholders Club and Direct Support10:20 Adam Lipschitz's Unique Training Approach12:15 Balancing Training and Life18:47 Importance of Rest and Recovery21:38 Running in Ireland and Personal Reflections27:18 High Cadence Training Insights28:26 The Arc Trainer Advantage32:58 Global Runners Website and Upcoming Trips37:38 Comparing Marathon Courses45:25 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser