This week we talk with author and runner Alex Hutchinson about the so-called carbon shoe revolution. In the era of $300 space age running shoes that helped us see the first human in history break 2 hours in the marathon, we ask if the hype is worth the price. We get nerdy about technology, address the concept of “shoe doping”, and discuss whether what we’re seeing is innovation or inequality.

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Each Monday Canadian Running staff writer Maddy Kelly and Shakeout host Kate Van Buskirk bring you a weekly recap of the news, results and drama from the exciting world of running. This is The Rundown.

[03:45] This weekend saw incredibly deep fields, including course and world records, at the Zurich Marathon de Seville and the RAK Half-Marathon. The USA Olympic Marathon trials are coming up, as is the Tokyo Marathon where Rachel Cliff will look to reclaim her Canadian record.

[12:39] We break down the exciting results from the U Sports conference championships, and make predictions for the upcoming national championships.

[22:20] Finally, we recount an amazing survival story from the trails!

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International Women’s Day is coming up. In honour of the occasion, this week we talk with one of the most dominant masters sprinters that Canada has ever produced. Karla Del Grande holds dozens of world and Canadian records in events ranging from 60m to 400m. But her love of track is about so much more than re-writing record books; she’s on a mission to inspire others to redefine their boundaries and discover a love of sport for life.

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Each Monday Canadian Running Staff writer Maddy Kelly and Shakeout host Kate Van Buskirk bring you a weekly recap of the news, results and drama from the exciting world of running. This is The Rundown.

[00:31] This week our hosts start by reconnecting in studio after several weeks apart!

[06:19] Joshua Cheptegei smashed the world 5K record in Monaco on Sunday morning, running a blazing 12:51. We also pay tribute to runner and journalist Christie Blatchford who passed away last week.

[11:25] Canadians are cleaning up on the indoor track scene! We break down all the incredible results, including two Canadian U23 records.

[20:43] Several Canadians performed well at the Black Canyon Ultra, including Elliot Cardin who placed third overall!

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Each Monday Canadian Running Staff writer Maddy Kelly and Shakeout host Kate Van Buskirk bring you a weekly recap of the news, results and drama from the exciting world of running. This is The Rundown.

[00:32] This week we start by paying tribute to Megan Brown in light of the recent Globe and Mail article detailing the years of abuse she suffered in Guelph. Megan and the others who came froward in the article demonstrated great bravery, and we thank them.

[06:07] The Vancouver First Half-Marathon and the Mesa Half-Marathon saw speedy performances by our Canucks.

[12:22] Gabriela DeBues-Stafford smashed not one, but TWO Canadian records over the weekend. She ran a 1500m record en route to a 1 mile record at The Millrose Games. The meet also saw brilliant results by a number of Canadians, including 3000m victor Justyn Knight.

[18:15] On the trails Alberta's Ailsa MacDonald won New Zealand's Tarawera 100-mile ultra, more than 4 hours ahead of the next female finisher!

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Each Monday Canadian Running Staff writer Maddy Kelly and Shakeout host Kate Van Buskirk bring you a weekly recap of the news, results and drama from the exciting world of running. This is The Rundown.

[00:30] ANOTHER Canadian Half-Marathon record fell over the weekend. Andrea Seccafien became the third woman in seven weeks to lower the record. The Kenyan federation has named their Olympic marathon team, headlined by Kipchoge and Kosgei. And "shoe doping" controversy continues.

[09:05] The Stafford sisters had a fabulous weekend. Lucia Stafford broke her older sister's U23 indoor 1500m record. And Gabriela Stafford ran a Canadian leading 800m time.

[14:53] Damian Hall kept environmental sustainability at top of mind while setting a new winter record on the Paddy Buckley Round in northwestern Wales.

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This week we chat with 3 elite runners who are also coaches, about the value of incorporating strength training into your running program. Jess O’Connell, Dylan Wykes and Brittany Moran each share some of their favourite exercises. Plus, they offer advice about how to make strength training a realistic part of your week. Whether you’re focusing on the track, training for an ultra marathon, or anything in between, these coaches explain why activation, strength and mobility help every runner stay healthy and perform at their best.

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Each Monday Canadian Running Staff writer Maddy Kelly and Shakeout host Kate Van Buskirk bring you a weekly recap of the news, results and drama from the exciting world of running. This is The Rundown.

[01:40] Guest host and pro runner Rory Linkletter recounts his incredible 1:01:44 half-marathon debut in Houston.

[15:20] The Dubai Marathon saw 11 men run sub 2:07, and a gun to tape victory on the women's side. Plus another road running record was broken by a very fast banana.

[23:44] Dozens of Canadian opened their in door track seasons in New York and Boston over the weekend. We recap all the impressive results!

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In this episode we talk with elite half-marathoner Phil Parrot-Migasabout his decision to go vegan, and the somewhat surprisingly positive results. We also check in with sports nutritionist Jennifer Sygo for advice about balancing endurance running with plant-based eating.

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Each Monday Canadian Running Staff writer Maddy Kelly and Shakeout host Kate Van Buskirk bring you a weekly recap of the news, results and drama from the exciting world of running. This is The Rundown.

[00:30] Incredible performances took place at the Houston Marathon, including Canadian records in the half and full distances.

[23:04] We share a fan message about a new Canadian W45 indoor 5000m record. Plus, Maddy breaks down the USPORT results from across the country.

[29:44] The 50K treadmill World Record was broken last week. And a new victor was crowned at the 429K Montane Spine Race!

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