The PR Project Podcast

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

CONNECT WITH THE CREW

Instagram:   / the.pr.project

Tommie:   / tommie_runz

Aaron:   / aaronxworldwide

Gary:   / garyisarunner

#SuperShoes #Cocodona250 #WesternStates100 #Ultramarathon #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #TrailRunning

Has the impossible finally happened? In this episode, we break down Sabastian Sawe's historic, mind-bending sub-two-hour marathon world record in London, recap an epic Boston Marathon weekend, and celebrate Aaron’s incredible sub-3 marathon breakthrough.

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE

The PR Project crew gets on the mic for one of the most monumental weeks in running history. We are still picking our jaws up off the floor after Sabastian Sawe shattered the two-hour barrier with an official 1:59:30 at the London Marathon. We unpack his fueling strategy, his adidas Evo Pro 3 shoes, and Tigst Assefa setting a new women-only world record!

Plus, we recap the Boston Marathon, including Sharon Lokedi's back-to-back victories and John Korir's blazing course record. On a personal note, we dive deep into Aaron’s sub-3 marathon breakthrough and why telling the whole, authentic story of your training block is so important. Finally, we debate how young is too young for long-distance races, put white running shoes on trial in Run Culture Court, and get Tommie’s bold prediction for the Detroit Pistons!

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro, Gary Update

04:16 - Boston Marathon Weekend

07:48 - Eugene Marathon Weekend

08:56 - Aaron’s Sub-3 Marathon Breakthrough

20:45 - The Benefits of Telling the Whole Story

25:31 - Tommie Predicts Pistons in 7!

27:05 - Run Community Announcements / Shoutout

31:13 - Sawe World Record, Korir’s Boston Course Record, Mauri’s American Debut Record

40:58 - Sharon Lokedi’s Win in Boston & Tigst Assefa Record in London

44:56 - Sawe’s Fueling Strategy + adidas Evo Pro 3

50:03 - Peter Bromka v. Flap Jack

50:26 - How Young is Too Young For Long Distance Races?

53:42 - Run Culture Court: White Shoes Are On Trial

59:07 - PR Shoutouts

CONNECT WITH THE CREW

Instagram:   / the.pr.project

Tommie:   / tommie_runz

Aaron:   / aaronxworldwide

Gary:   / garyisarunner

#SabastianSawe #BostonMarathon #LondonMarathon #Sub2HourMarathon #MarathonTraining #ThePRProject #RunningPodcast #Sub3Marathon

Did Matt Choi deserve to be disqualified at Texas 70.3? In this episode, we break down the latest race controversy, dive into the wild and grueling world of The Speed Project, and talk about the realities of tackling race day logistics on your own.

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The PR Project crew is back to talk shop about the latest drama and adventures in the world of running. We get right into the controversy surrounding fitness influencer Matt Choi being DQ'd at the Ironman 70.3 in Texas, debating the rules, course etiquette, and the impact on the sport.

Then, Tommie shares his unforgettable stories from The Speed Project, the unsanctioned, ultra-grueling relay race from LA to Las Vegas that blurs the lines between road racing and trail running. Whether you are training for a major marathon or hitting local routes, we also break down the nitty-gritty of planning race logistics and what it takes mentally to run a race completely solo. Plus, we discuss the Nike Structure Plus, how to stay authentic with your content, what to do when you are trapped by a "hardcore yapper," and we wrap it all up with our highly anticipated Shoe of the Month!

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

00:41 - How Many Friends Do You Actually Have?

04:36 - Nike Structure Plus and Making Content True to You

08:59 - Tommie Talks The Speed Project

22:50 - How Do You Plan Race Logistics?

32:00 - Running A Race By Yourself

36:13 - Matt Choi DQ’d at Texas 70.3

50:40 - Trapped By A Hardcore Yapper

55:02 - Shoe Of The Month

00:00 - Introduction

01:45 - Tommie's Big Alta 100k Recap

07:58 - Diversity In Trail Running

13:48 - Does The Beauty of the Trail Fade as the Race Gets Tough?

17:52 - What Field Events Would You Do Good/Bad In?

24:40 - What Would You Hallucinate About When Exhausted?

30:01 - What Foods Do You Crave When Training Hardest?

34:03 - USATF Allows Additional USA Women To Compete at World Half Marathon Championships

37:25 - London Marathon Explores Expansion to 2-Day Event

41:56 - Emma Bates vs. UCAN, Dropped Sponsorship for Being Pregnant?

00:00 - Intro

01:13 - Sidebar About Infomercials

03:53 - Harnessing Collective Race Energy

09:44 - LA Marathon Weekend Recap

18:45 - Nathan Martin's Shocking Comeback Win

26:10 - How Do You Chose Running Routes When Out Of Town?

34:04 - Charity Involvement In Marathon Weekends

39:45 - LA Marathon Providing Medals to Runners That DNF at Mile 18

48:28 - Is Running The Ultimate Convo Hack?

54:00 - Are We In A Golden Era of Running Shoes?

Join Tommie Runz, Aaron, and Gary as they explore the nuances of running culture, industry beefs, race strategies, and the impact of technology in races. This lively episode covers everything from animal encounters to race day tactics, offering insights for runners and enthusiasts alike.

Welcome to the relaunch of the relaunch!

We talked about treadmills, Valencia Marathon, stealing content, running meets politics and more!

Welcome to the RELAUNCH of the PR Project podcast!

Tommie and Aaron launched the show without Gary this time, because he was off being a responsible adult!

During the show they discussed the relaunch of the show, reflecting on its evolution and the importance of community in the running world. Shared personal experiences related to health and recovery, the role of wearables in training, and the impact of influencer culture on the running community.

The conversation emphasizes the need for balance in training, the significance of recovery, and the value of authentic storytelling in content creation. In this conversation, they discuss the evolving landscape of influencer marketing, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and authenticity over mere algorithm-driven content creation. They highlight the role of brands in supporting genuine narratives and the need for influencers to connect with their audiences on a deeper level. The discussion also touches on the value of smaller races in the running community and the importance of intentionality in both personal and professional engagements.

Chapters

00:00 Relaunching the PR Project Podcast

03:07 Evolution of the PR Project

05:51 Building a Community Through Podcasting

09:03 Travel Tales and Airline Grievances

12:02 Health and Recovery in Running

17:49 The Role of Wearables in Training

23:53 Influencer Culture in Running

29:42 Influencer Strategies and Content Creation

32:57 The Importance of Storytelling in Influencing

35:46 The Role of Brands in Influencer Marketing

39:39 The Need for Authenticity in Influencer Content

43:26 Balancing Fun and Meaningful Content

49:43 Intentionality in Influencer Engagement

51:31 The Value of Smaller Races in Running Community

YOOOOOO

Summer of Speed is here! Shoutout to PUMA Running for coming back on board for another summer of focusing on finding our speed!

12 weeks. 12 pairs of Deviate Nitro 3. 12 lucky winners!!!

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Had fun as usual! Tap in with questions and topics you’d like us to cover!