Becs' Last Minute Tokyo Tips

NYRR Al Gordon 4M Results

Together LA

Champion Sharon Lokedi Joins the Show

NYRR Member Evan McKeirnan Talks Training

Today's Meb Minute

This week, Olympian Sharon Lokedi joins Rob and Becs to talk about getting ready for the United Airlines NYC Half and splitting her time between Flagstaff, Arizona and her native Kenya. Sharon discusses her transition from collegiate running to professional road racing and winning the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon in her marathon debut. She talks about her experience running the Paris 2024 Olympic Marathon and how she managed her training as a late addition to the race. She reflects on her role inspiring young runners, particularly young women in Kenya, and the foundation she has established to support young athletes. Plus, our member moment features Evan McKiernan, who has been a part of the NYRR community for over a decade, running 70 races since 2012, and volunteering at many more.

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Becs' Last Minute Tokyo Tips (03:20)
NYRR Al Gordon 4M Results (06:28)
Together LA (08:29)
Champion Sharon Lokedi Joins the Show (12:15)
NYRR Member Evan McKiernan Talks Training (1:03:52)
Today's Meb Minute (1:11:58)



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This week, Olympian Sharon Lokedi joins Rob and Becs to talk about getting ready for the United Airlines NYC Half and splitting her time between Flagstaff, Arizona and her native Kenya. Sharon discusses her transition from collegiate running to professional road racing and winning the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon in her marathon debut. She talks about her experience running the Paris 2024 Olympic Marathon and how she managed her training as a late addition to the race. She reflects on her role inspiring young runners, particularly young women in Kenya, and the foundation she has established to support young athletes. Plus, our member moment features Evan McKiernan, who has been a part of the NYRR community for over a decade, running 70 races since 2012, and volunteering at many more. <a href="https://www.runwithtfk.org/Profile/PublicPage/116747">Support Rob's Tokyo Marathon with Team For Kids! </a> We are proud to unite to support Together LA, Donate or shop now at link in bio or <a href="http://togetherla.lamarathon.com/">togetherla.lamarathon.com</a>
Becs' Last Minute Tokyo Tips (03:20) NYRR Al Gordon 4M Results (06:28) Together LA (08:29) Champion Sharon Lokedi Joins the Show (12:15) NYRR Member Evan McKiernan Talks Training (1:03:52) Today's Meb Minute (1:11:58)
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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 Instuctor, 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.

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.

Olympian Sharon Lokedi Is Inspiring the Next Generation of Kenyan Runners

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