Galen Coaches Kyle (Episode 1) | “Don’t Screw It Up For Me”

Kyle Merber hosts a new mini-series on the CITIUS MAG podcast featuring Olympian Galen Rupp as a training coach for his Chicago Marathon preparation. The episode explores various aspects of marathon training, emphasizing consistency in running and the mental aspect of preparation. With Rupp coaching Merber, they discuss how to build a strong foundation to achieve better performance with an eye on a target pace for the marathon. They contemplate training regimens including peak mileage, long run strategies, and mental techniques to overcome challenges during training and the race itself. Rupp shares his insights on effective workouts, the importance of cross-training, dealing with injuries, and the value of mental preparedness on race day. As they outline the framework for the training ahead, Merber expresses his increasing motivation and readiness for the upcoming marathon challenge.