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Moving Up: Jenny Simpson Is Ready to Tackle 26.2 at the U.S. Olympic Trials

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At age 37, Jenny Simpson has seemingly done it all in the world of distance running, having won world championships and Olympic medals at 1,500 meters and eight New Balance 5th Avenue Mile titles. This Saturday, February 3, she’ll take a big step up in distance when she runs her first marathon at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Orlando. In this episode, Simpson shares her origins in the sport—she started in elementary school in Oviedo, FL, just down the road from Orlando—and her nearly 30-year journey to its highest levels. She talks about the many supporters she’s had along the way, from P.E. teachers to coaches to her husband, Jason, who’s also an elite athlete, breaks down the training adjustments she’s made in preparation for taking on 26.2, and reflects on whether she’ll have a home field advantage this weekend. Whether you’ll be watching the Trials race or not, you’ll love this fascinating conversation with one of the best athletes competing today.

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