34 - Brooks Thompson CIM Recap

On this episode I have Brooks talk about CIM and how it went down. Coming off a BIG PR. And running a 2:36:45! Brooks talks about what he learned in his training block and how he can use that moving forward. Brooks is hoping to have a big 2025 year. Go over to Strava and follow him and his journey.

*Sorry for the slight delay On this episode, Cam talks about how his marathon personal best has dropped in the last few marathons! He has nearly balanced work, self coaching, and running. His ultimate goal is to get to Boston and run the Boston Marathon. This past year he was close to qualifying and he is hungry to reach that goal when he runs the Houston Marathon in January. His Instagram handle is @Cameronesmon and Strava is his name, Cameron Esmon

On this episode I have Austin join me and we talk about running of course. Austin reflects on his college experience. Having a linear progression with his training and results, he was able to have a successful track and cross country college career. Austin is a big nike guy and talks about his go to running shoes. Austin being a mid distance runner in college, he is transitioning to longer distances and to the roads. He reflects the last 4 races that he has worn the Oklahoma Project singlet. You can follow Austin on Instagram @austin.mcnair12

Welcome all to what you can call Season 2 of Run 2 Discover! It has been a minute since an episode, but why not start now with some fun races this fall. On this episode I am joined by Mack. Mack is fresh off NYC Marathon. We talk about the trip, the race, and how the race broke down. We talk about central park, the hills, and the crowd atmosphere. We give out 2 cents about Matt Choi and his DQ. We list a few of our favorite running influencers. We talk about his shoe rotation and about "super shoes". Mack is a full time PT. He talks about how strength training and the benefits for everyone.

Welcome back all! Pod is back and running. Summer months are flying by. Luis Lopez is in Mexico. Track and Field World Championships are soon and we briefly talk about what Lopez and I look forward too. We talk about how summer running has gone for the both of us. Lopez adjusting to altitude and much more. OKPJT athletes in full swing in training. Fall marathons like Berlin, Chicago, and CIM will be here soon. OKPKJT high school runners gearing up for their cross country season!

On this Episode, I sit down and chat with Ben. Talking about the Memorial Marathon and his 2nd place finish. We talk about the new Vaporfly and what he thinks about the shoe after running a marathon in it. Listen to the end to hear what Ben is most excited about! *sorry for some issues. Did my best to edit the audio.

On this episode I talk about the lead up to Boston Marathon and how the last few days went. Race day on Patriots Day was almost perfect, but Heartbreak Hill got the best. I briefly talk about London Marathon and OKC Marathon as they are coming up. Shout out to all OK Project athletes crushing the miles and races! If you all want to run a fast mile on the track, sign up for OCU Stars Mile Night. It will take place on May 19th @ Bishop McGuinness.

Hey Everyone! I have Jake back on the pod! We recap his most recent race, talk the mental part of ultra running, what does it take to run that long and wnat to give up. We hear about what kind of music/songs Jake listens to when he does choose to run with music. A father of 1 and soon to be 2, we have to talk about stroller running!

On this episode, I have Addie join me! Coming off from running fast times in the Puppy Love 5k and Stilly half marathon, Addie is have an awesome spring training and should have an amazing London Marathon.  Addie talks about how se went from playing soccer from an early age to running her first marathon! You can follow Addie's journey on strava!  https://www.strava.com/athletes/805572?oq=addie

Luis Lopez is back on the pod! Him and I talk about how Stilly half marathon went for him and I. Lopez finishes 3rd place with a solid PR of 1:16:16. Great morning to run fast. We go into the details of the race.  With Boston less than 6 weeks out, it is crunch time for training! Stay tuned as Luis Lopez gives us his secret sauce for a solid build up for Boston Marathon!