In this episode, Tommie Runz discusses various themes related to running, including the Summer of Speed initiative by PR Project aimed at improving race times, the role of influencers in the running community, and the importance of sleep and hydration for performance. The conversation also touches on recent record-breaking performances by elite runners, personal race experiences, and listener interactions that highlight the humorous side of running. The episode concludes with reflections on the dynamics of influencer marketing in the running world and the challenges of accessing major races like Boston.Chapters00:00Accidental Live Stream and PR Project Introduction03:13Summer Speed Initiative and Trivia Show Concept06:05Engagement with Audience and Long Run Topics08:55Sleep Scores and Health Tracking Devices12:08Importance of Sleep and Hydration15:01Faith Kiprugut's World Record and Track Performance21:06Beatrice Chebet's Historic 5K Performance30:03Training Insights and Aspirations32:58The Intensity of Competitive Running34:54Experiences at the Peachtree Road Race37:17Race Atmosphere and Participant Experience41:41The Challenges of Large Races43:10Influencers in the Running Community49:57Marketing and Authenticity in Influencer Culture56:34The Role of Bibs in Races01:00:55Runners' Embarrassing Moments01:08:45Influencers and Community Building