Andreas Almgren On His Upcoming Marathon Debut In New York, A Dominant European 10,000m Championship And Seven Years Of Double Threshold

In this episode, Chris Chavez speaks with Andreas Almgren, who recently won the European 10,000 meter championship, breaking a 48-year-old record in the process. The conversation dives into Almgren's impressive athletic journey, including his experiences with injuries that shifted his focus from soccer to running. As he prepares for his marathon debut in the New York City Marathon, he discusses his training, philosophy on long runs, and the importance of proper fueling. Almgren chooses New York for its competitive field rather than a time trial, believing it will be a better first experience. The podcast also covers his techniques for handling varying terrains, adjusting training intensity, and balancing high mileage while staying healthy. Almgren expresses excitement for the marathon and reflects on the differences between track and marathon running, including the challenge of maintaining speed over longer distances. They further discuss his future aspirations in the sport, including Olympic plans.