#6 - Chicago Marathon Preview, The Record Chase is ON, Your guide to race day!

Be sure to give us a rating and leave a comment! ⁠ Join our Strava group ⁠ Follow us: ⁠Rory’s Strava⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Strava⁠ ⁠Rory’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Jacob’s Instagram⁠ ⁠Rory’s Youtube⁠ Jacob’s Website We discuss the upcoming Chicago Marathon, focusing on Rory's training, Canadian record attempts, and the competitive landscape of elite marathon running. They delve into the importance of consistency in training, pre-race preparations, and the dynamics of race day. Chicago Marathon Trivia Questions. The conversation also touches on the elite fields for both men and women, highlighting key athletes and their potential performances. And lastly, we offer some tips for runners participating in the event. "I did the highest mileage build of my career." "I felt pretty locked into 445 pace." Chapters 00:00 Race Week Anticipation 03:07 Training Insights and Record Attempts 05:53 The Importance of Mental Preparation 08:56 Race Week Logistics and Media Obligations 12:09 The Competitive Landscape of the Chicago Marathon 14:55 Interactions with Fellow Athletes 17:51 Marathon Progression and Personal Growth 26:04 The Evolution of a Marathoner 29:12 Preparing for the Chicago Marathon 31:37 Trivia and Insights on the Chicago Marathon 37:20 Analyzing the Men's Field 46:01 Final Thoughts and Race Day Tips