Life in Stride

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Goal of the podcast: serve as a safe haven for the “try hard” amateur who loves to balance the demands of family, work and life while building their fastest self. We’re all about chasing smiles, miles and PRs.

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Feb 7, 2024 · 1 hr 19 min
Danny P — How To Go From 4:41 to 2:48 in the Marathon
In this episode, the boys start a series where we are going to deep dive into each other’s running careers so far. Danny’s story is relatable because it isn’t perfect. Through the ups and downs, Danny remained consistent and motivated on the way to his 2:48 marathon. We hope this story inspires you to achieve your next goal.
Feb 4, 2024 · 51 min
Olympic Trials Marathon Recap
In this episode, the boys recap the Olympic Trials Marathon race. We give our takes on a controversial men’s finish, and discuss how the women’s race played out. Enjoy!
Jan 30, 2024 · 1 hr 14 min
TOUGH AS NAILS: 2:11 Marathoner Jacob Thomson Olympic Trials Interview
The boys have their first guest and it’s a big one. 2:11 marathoner Jacob Thomson comes on the podcast just a few days before the Olympic Trials Marathon on February 3rd in Orlando, FL. If he finishes in the top 3 positions and runs under 2:11:30, Jacob should earn a spot on the US Olympic Team for Paris 2024. We discuss his running career from beginning to current, fueling, race strategy, and more. Enjoy!
Jan 28, 2024 · 1 hr
Olympic Trials Marathon Preview
In this episode the boys get you ready for the Olympic Trials Marathon, which is going down on February 3rd. We discuss how to get into this race, the race day conditions, the major players, and finally we make our picks for the Olympic team! Enjoy! STAY TUNED: next episode we will have our first guest on relating to this topic. You WILL NOT want to miss it.
Jan 24, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min
Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: 2024 Goals
In this episode the boys talk about their professional, personal, and running goals for 2024. We also talk about the importance of setting goals. Enjoy!
Jan 20, 2024 · 1 hr 11 min
HOUSTON RECAP - RACE DAY: I’M NOT AFRAID TO DIE TODAY
In this episode, the boys talk about their race day experiences. Danny and Scotty ran PRs, and Cheston had a tough one. This episode is emotional and inspiring. Enjoy! STRAVA RACE RECAPS: Cheston https://strava.app.link/twkvrQL5vGb Scotty https://strava.app.link/uONSb3N5vGb Danny https://strava.app.link/HdXHu6P5vGb
Jan 20, 2024 · 55 min
HOUSTON MARATHON RECAP - Part 1
In this episode, the boys discuss their experience racing the Houston Marathon. There was a lot to talk about, so we broke it into two episodes. This episode largely focuses on pre-race, and part 2 will be race day focused. Enjoy!
Jan 10, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
Suffering Well in a Race
In this episode, the OTQ Boyz have a conversation about tools we use to maximize our mental fortitude before and during a race where we know we're going to test the limits of our fitness. We are really excited about how this one went. Enjoy! Chris https://www.strava.com/athletes/29985667 Cheston https://www.strava.com/athletes/18536205 Scotty https://www.strava.com/athletes/98633526 Danny https://www.strava.com/athletes/23504210
Jan 5, 2024 · 1 hr
Intro & HOUSTON PREVIEW
In this episode, we introduce ourselves and the mission of this podcast. Three of us are running the Houston Marathon on Sunday, January 14th, so we talked training blocks, race strategy, and pre-race fueling. Enjoy!