Katie Izzo: On to World XC After a Breakthrough | Episode 26

About this episode

Sarah Lorge Butler interviews Katie Izzo about her recent success and preparation for the World Cross Country Championships.

Sarah Lorge Butler catches up with Katie Izzo after her runner-up finish at the USATF Cross Country Chamionships earlier this month. By finishing in the top six, Izzo earned a spot on the team that will represent the U.S. at the World Cross Country Championships on January 10 in Tallahassee, Florida. Katie discusses what makes her so good at cross country, how she's preparing for Worlds, and tells the story behind the titanium rod in her tibia. Katie Izzo on Instagram: https://www.insta...

People in this episode

Host: Sarah Lorge Butler

Guest: Katie Izzo

Topics covered

• cross country
• running
• athlete preparation
• sports
• competition

Keywords

• Katie Izzo
• cross country
• USATF
• World Championships
• athlete
• running
• sports

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: USATF

Places: Tallahassee, Florida

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