One of the biggest track meets of the year delivered...and we're breaking it all down.

This week, Claire and Travis recap the incredible performances from the Prefontaine Classic, including Cameron Myers' stunning Bowerman Mile victory, Nikki Hiltz ending Faith Kipyegon's five-year winning streak, and the American distance runners making a statement heading into championship season.

They also discuss Josh Kerr's unique pursuit of the mile world record (yes, he sleeps in an altitude chamber), Jennifer Lichter's historic win at the Western States 100 in her first-ever 100-mile race, and whether anyone can actually become a morning runner—even if you've always hated early alarms.

In this week's "What Does That Even Mean?" segment, they explain glycogen: what it is, why it matters, and how understanding it can help you avoid "hitting the wall" during longer races.

Then they dive into one of the most important marathon training topics: the long run. Why are so many runners exhausted after every Saturday run? Should you be running them faster? And could slowing down actually help you race faster? Claire and Travis explain the purpose of the long run, why easy miles matter, how to avoid the dreaded "gray zone," and how to recover so your training actually makes you stronger.

Whether you're training for your first 5K or your next marathon, this episode will help you train smarter—not just harder.

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In this episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire and Travis talk Fourth of July running, the Peachtree Road Race, major NCAA eligibility changes, Parker Valby’s comeback, a 14-year-old running phenom, and the wild $1 Ultramarathon in Times Square.

Then they dive into practical tips for getting back into running after a long break, including how to rebuild safely, why walking counts, how to check your ego, and why patience matters more than pace.

Whether you’re coming back from injury, burnout, busyness, or just a long season away from running, this episode is all about starting where you are and becoming the runner you’re becoming.

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In this special first-ever solo episode of the Kinda Fast Podcast, Claire shares a personal story about returning to the roads that shaped her as a runner and a person.

After traveling to Gaffney, South Carolina for a recent race, Claire spent the morning running through the campus where she attended college. What began as a nostalgic trip down memory lane quickly became an opportunity to reflect on how much God has changed her life over the years.

From difficult memories and past mistakes to an unexpected reunion with a former college teammate, Claire shares how revisiting her past helped her see God's faithfulness in a new way. Along the way, she explores themes of identity, redemption, growth, and why we shouldn't allow an old version of ourselves to define who we are today.

Whether you're a runner, a walker, or simply someone who has ever wished they could go back and change part of their story, this episode is a reminder that God is still at work—and that sometimes the greatest victories happen far beyond the finish line.

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