Episode 93 of the Pod we welcome Candice Burroughs  (00:11:00) as she shares her journey from meeting the two of us at the Anchor Down Ultra to becoming a passionate runner and volunteer. She talks about her move from Texas to Rhode Island and how she got into running through a boot camp challenge. Candice discusses her progression from a 5K to a half marathon and the challenges she faced along the way, including a concussion. She also shares how she stayed motivated and trained during the COVID-19 pandemic. Candice shares her experiences running the Bar Harbor Challenge, Chicago Marathon, Boston Marathon, New York City Marathon, and London Marathon. She discusses the mental game, and the support she received from friends and family. Candice also talks about the logistics of running major marathons and the excitement of completing the World Marathon Majors.  We discuss Race Day Rangers, a company that sells patches, stickers, and other merchandise for runners. She expresses her excitement to be part of the company and support its mission. We get to hear what's next as  she prepares for upcoming races, including her desire to explore different states and potentially try a triathlon.

During the Tros Eric and Erika discuess the Taylor Bowl (also known as the Super Bowl) this weekend and decide to put a friendly wager on the game. After our converstation with Cansice we talk about the recent Peloton documentary of Susie Chan and her Badwater 135 race experience. We then pick our Badwater 135 Fantasy team that we would have if and when we run Badwater one day!

Candice Instagram @kiki_runs26.2
Candice Boston Marathon Fundraiser 
Race Day Rangers

Eric's NYC Marathon Fundraiser - Team FORCE, a dynamic organization that supports the hereditary cancer community

Erika's Chicago Marathon Fundraiser - for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in memory of her brother, Nick

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