First State Trail Race (Ep 142)

About this episode

The crew discusses their summer running plans and experiences, including race recaps and training updates.

The crew kicks off summer running season with a packed episode. Michael recaps the First State Trail Race 50K near Wilmington, Delaware. The race runs two loops through farm fields, the Brandywine River, and a disc golf course in 90-degree heat. Diana announces Berlin Marathon training has officially begun, with the Baltimore 10-Miler as her first long run. Bryana signs up for Loopy Looper (the 12-hour solo), and Michael finally registers for Loopy's 100-mile distance. Plus: a massive Goal Getters segment, summer running chat about sleeping in vs. early morning miles, and a spirited debate about green peppers. Come laugh with us as we share our running experiences and talk about everything from our favorite beer runs to our chafing nightmares. Tell us what YOU run for... Email us or leave a voice memo at WillRunForPodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram @WillRunForPodcast Tag your pictures and stories @WillRunForPodcast and help grow our community.

People in this episode

Hosts: Michael, Diana, Bryana

Topics covered

• summer running
• trail race
• marathon training
• running experiences
• goal setting
• debate about food

Keywords

• First State Trail Race
• 50K
• Berlin Marathon
• Baltimore 10-Miler
• Loopy Looper
• running experiences
• goal setting

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Wilmington, Delaware

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