Charles Hicks On His 2:05:35 At The Chicago Marathon (No. 3 U.S. All-Time On A Record-Eligible Course) | Race Recap + Reflections

In this episode of the CITIUS MAG Podcast, Chris Chavez speaks with marathon runner Charles Hicks following his recent eighth-place finish at the Chicago Marathon. Charles reflects on how the race was different from his previous marathons, highlighting that it was the warmest marathon he had run so far.

The conversation dives into the strategic decisions made during the race, including why Hicks chose not to chase an early move made by Vinny Mowry. He describes the experience of managing various emotions while racing, discussing the 'novel' challenges presented by the unpredictable nature of marathon racing. Hicks expresses both pride in his performance and a desire for improvement, acknowledging that while he is grateful for his accomplishments, there are still lessons to be learned.

Hicks reveals how the experience of the race taught him about pacing and tackling adversities, especially running consistently over the same muscle groups without varied terrain, which presents its own set of challenges. He looks forward to future races, carrying the lessons of Chicago and his growing understanding of marathon strategy as well as the dynamic nature of his competitors.