What Is A Sport vs. What Is A Skill? Plus: Why Are Track and Field Contracts So Secret?

Happy Labor Day! We didn't take the day off and hopped on the mics for a fresh episode recapping all of the best action from the Diamond League final in Zurich. In this episode, Eric and Aisha discuss: – Aisha's parking garage drama and her husband's unexpected heroics – Is baseball actually a sport? How athletic apparel can influence Aisha's perceptions of athleticism – Eric explains his experience with rucking as a way to maintain fitness – The Zurich Diamond League final and why it rocked, showcasing all of the best in one day – What are the World Athletics Ultimate Championships? – How sponsorships have evolved and what we think about Cooper Lutkenhaus turning pro at 16 years old + how a brand manages the athlete's profile – Why are track and field contracts secret? – What Cooper Teare should've done on the livestream when Grant Fisher finished second at the Diamond League final – A quick recap of the Sydney Marathon and Eliud Kipchoge's legendary status – Voicemails: A former sprinter is having trouble in the bedroom and asks for help; an idea for an elimination mile; who was the worst influence in your running career? 📞 Call in to (856) 279-0080‬ to leave us a voicemail with any question you may have, whether it's running-related or not. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or follow the show on Spotify to stay up-to-date with all the latest episodes. Follow your hosts on Instagram: 🗣️ Follow Eric Jenkins: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@_ericjenkins⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🗣️ Follow Aisha Praught-Leer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@aishapraughtleer 🐝 ☕️ Presented by Beekeeper Coffee – Beekeeper Coffee is bringing a new voice to coffee with its delicious cold brews made from premium Honduran beans and a drop of pure organic honey sourced from TrackTown USA (Eugene, Ore.) - they are available in four latte flavors - Vanilla, Mocha, Caramel and Horchata - as well as a Black cold brew. Follow them @beekeepercoffee. Get 25% off your online orders at BeekeeperCoffee.com or on Amazon using code CITIUS25. ---- WARNING: Listening to "Off The Rails with Eric and Aisha" while running may result in uncontrollable laughter, side stitches, funny looks from strangers, and the occasional trip hazard due to snort-laughing mid-stride. Proceed with caution—and maybe stretch your abs beforehand. Use caution when wearing earbuds in public places—people will wonder if you’re okay. You are. You’re just having a really good time.