About this episode

Kelly Chiusano and Grace Lee discuss the unexpected benefits of treats like French toast and beer for runners, sharing their personal journeys and insights on training and mindset.

The Unexpected Power of Treats: Why French Toast and Beer Make You a Better Runner with Kelly Chiusano and Grace Lee. This episode is sponsored by *Thrive Protein* | Canadian made supplements, nutrition, and hydration to fuel all your adventures. Check them out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Thrive Protein⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use the code RUNEGADE to save 20% off your order. In this episode, Kelly and Grace share their inspiring journeys from half marathons, to marathons and beyond to help you with your next PR.Fresh voices in the field of running and coaches through The Striders NYC, they're fast, they're encouraging and they provide shining of examples that we can balance way more than we believe possible. Whether you're chasing your first 5K or your next marathon PR their insights on fueling, patience, and balance will change your perspective on what it takes to keep going when it matters most.In this episode, we explore: ​Kelly's evolution from a beginner to a six-star marathon finisher, highlighting the importance of fueling and patience ​Transformation into a resilient unner, emphasizing trust in the process and mindset shifts ​Practical tips on pacing, slow runs, and the myth of zone two training ​How to…

People in this episode

Hosts: Mark, Todd

Guests: Kelly Chiusano, Grace Lee

Topics covered

• running performance
• fueling strategies
• mindset shifts
• pacing tips
• cross-training
• recovery strategies

Keywords

• French toast
• beer
• marathon
• 5K
• pacing
• cross-training
• recovery
• running tips
• mindset
• Thrive Protein

Sponsors

Thrive Protein

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Striders NYC

Places: London, Berlin, New York

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