Ever wonder what it’s like to direct the largest marathon in the world? Hear from the TCS New York City Marathon Race Director Ted Metellus and former NYRR CEO and Race Director of the New York City Marathon Mary Wittenberg during a live taping of Set the Pace at the Hard Rock Café in Times Square. From Mary's groundbreaking tenure as the first female race director of the New York City Marathon to Ted's current leadership as the first Black race director, these two trailblazers share their experiences of and inspiration for directing the iconic race. For Mary, she reflects on how Fred Lebow’s light paved the way for her. For Ted, being a race director means being a leader and someone who welcomes people to an experience. Also joining the stage was Luke Ginocchio, a radiologist based in New York City who has been an NYRR member since 2016 and has completed an incredible 120 NYRR races.

Mary and Ted Join Rob and Becs: (00:07:12)
Member Moment with Dr. Luke Ginocchio: (00:51:09)
HSS Exercise Physiologist & Director of Performance & Wellness Services Pam Geisel (01:04:36)

 
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Ever wonder what it&rsquo;s like to direct the largest marathon in the world? Hear from the TCS New York City Marathon Race Director Ted Metellus and former NYRR CEO and Race Director of the New York City Marathon Mary Wittenberg during a live taping of Set the Pace at the Hard Rock Caf&eacute; in Times Square. From Mary's groundbreaking tenure as the first female race director of the New York City Marathon to Ted's current leadership as the first Black race director, these two trailblazers share their experiences of and inspiration for directing the iconic race. For Mary, she reflects on how Fred Lebow&rsquo;s light paved the way for her. For Ted, being a race director means being a leader and someone who welcomes people to an experience. Also joining the stage was Luke Ginocchio, a radiologist based in New York City who has been an NYRR member since 2016 and has completed an incredible 120 NYRR races.
Mary and Ted Join Rob and Becs: (00:07:12) Member Moment with Dr. Luke Ginocchio: (00:51:09) HSS Exercise Physiologist &amp; Director of Performance &amp; Wellness Services Pam Geisel (01:04:36)
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Set the Pace

NYRR Set the Pace Presented by Peloton is the official podcast of New York Road Runners. Join hosts Rob Simmelkjaer, CEO of New York Road Runners, and Becs Gentry, Peloton Instructor, every Thursday in conversation with inspiring athletes, from everyday enthusiasts to elite marathoners, to hear stories of perseverance, drive, and dedication. Each episode also includes an NYRR Member Moment spotlight and pro tip from 2009 New York City Marathon champ and Olympic medalist Meb Keflezighi.

NYRR Set the Pace Presented by Peloton is the official podcast of New York Road Runners. Join hosts Rob Simmelkjaer, CEO of New York Road Runners, and Becs Gentry, Peloton Instructor, every Thursday in conversation with inspiring athletes, from everyday enthusiasts to elite marathoners, to hear stories of perseverance, drive, and dedication. Each episode also includes an NYRR Member Moment spotlight and pro tip from 2009 New York City Marathon champ and Olympic medalist Meb Keflezighi.

Fred Lebow's Legacy: Mary Wittenberg & Ted Metellus on the TCS New York City Marathon

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