The Drop

Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan dive into a couple of shoes they are running in, as well as some Fall gear from Vuori (1:20), before they recap the new world records set for the 5K and 10K (17:12). Then, Thomas sits down with Matt Hart, a freelance journalist whose writing covers sports science and performance-enhancing drugs, among other things. His new book, Win At All Costs, depicts the deception and PED use at the Nike Oregon Project (22:35). Finally, Meg talks with BITR's in-house sports psychology consultant Adrienne to weigh the pros and cons of running with a pacer (1:04:10).

Win At All Costs is out now.  

Thomas and Meghan interview ASICS pro athlete Lindsay Flanagan about her experience at this year's London Marathon, what it's like to wear a bump vest (super weird), and what's next for her (28:18). But first, Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan discuss their first impressions of the Nike Air Zoom Tempo Next% (9:40) and the ASICS Gel-Kayano Lite (15:02) before they recap the 40th London Marathon (19:10). Finally, Meg brings on BITR's in-house sports psychologist Adrienne to break down the mentality of a pro marathoner (1:17:36). 

BITR's Thomas and Meaghan discuss the Skechers Razor Elite (3:02) and the HOKA One One Rocket X (5:07) before previewing the upcoming London Marathon (8:00). Then, they interview Stephanie Bruce, NAZ Elite athlete, and Michael McManus, Global Sports Marketing Director at HOKA, about the Rocket X and HOKA's partnership with the Northern Arizona Elite running team (10:40). Finally, BITR's own Adrienne Langelier explains how to move past failure (50:09).

Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan recap Meg's BIG weekend where she completed her sub-three hour marathon (1:00) before jumping into two new lifestyle shoes they are really enjoying: the Brandblack Tarantula and Deckers X Lab (17:00). Then, Thomas interviews Cal Neff, an athlete for Altra Running and Polar who owns world records for running with a baby stroller (29:44). Finally, BITR's Adrienne Langelier provides some motivational mental tips to help boost your confidence out on the roads (55:35).

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Believe in the Run's Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan discuss a trio of shoes: the On Cloudboom (4:11), Skechers GOrun Razor + Hyper (8:52) and Speed 6 (12:14). They dive into On Running's latest play for a subscription service (17:30) before talking to Michael Krajicek, founder of Atreyu, the first running shoe company to break ground on subscription (29:46). Finally, Meaghan gives some virtual race day tips (1:13:36). 

In the premiere episode of The Drop podcast from Believe in the Run, Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan check-in on each other's running for the week before discussing the Skechers GOrun Hyper Burst (3:43), New Balance FuelCell RC Elite (8:54), and the postponement of registration for the 2021 Boston Marathon (14:37). Then, Thomas interviews Rebekah Broe, the Senior Product Manager of Performance Running and Training for New Balance, about the brand's new carbon-plated racer, the RC Elite (21:20).  Finally, Meaghan provides some sage advice about the power of positive thinking to help you conquer your miles (46:03).

Believe in the Run brings runners everywhere their new favorite podcast: The Drop! Each week Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan discuss the biggest headlines in the world of running, from the latest shoes and gear to interviews with industry professionals and athletes. Unlike any other podcast, The Drop will be your go-to running companion, as the BITR trio will provide mid-run updates and motivational tips to help the miles fly by. Listen to The Drop, from Believe in the Run, every Friday!