Big accountabilibuddy episode.

Rachael talks about her experience at her 2nd indoor Tri and Marty updates about his training.

Rachael was tasked with editing this one. Not sure that should ever happen again. LOL

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Well, we're back and we both have stories to tell!

Big intermediate milestones for both but you'll have to decide which was worse: the wind of Lake Michigan or putting bike shorts on wet legs.

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In this episode, Rachael and Erin introduce the “Runner 101”; based on their shared experiences both running and volunteering. They discuss their own personal experiences with their introduction to running and you won’t believe how different they are! With humor and anecdotes, they emphasize that everyone starts somewhere and learning from experiences is key to becoming a better runner. The conversation covers practical advice on what to wear on race day, fueling strategies, and the significance of understanding race logistics.

And yes, you can always take a pin.

Sound Bites

• “Everyone has to start somewhere”

• “It's important to remember that every race could be someone's first.”

• “Don't wear anything new on race day; stick to what you've trained in.”

• “Fueling strategies should be practiced during training, not just on race day.”

• “Asking questions ahead of time can alleviate race day stress.”

• "You can foster a community online."

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