Nov 08 2020 55 mins 3
Episode Summary Gene Dykes, one of only two persons to run sub-3 hour marathon after age 70, on his running journey, training, favorite races and more Show Notes 01:30 – Gene introduces himself 05:10 – Journey after first marathon at age 58 for next few years 08:10 – Approach to training before hiring a coach 10:15 – Running with a coach 15:40 – Running back to back races including ultras and marathons 20:55 – Differences and key challenges between marathons and ultramarathons 25:50 – Gene’s approach to strength training 29:20 – Recreational methods other than running 30:20 – Recovery methods 31:05 – Favorite races 38:05 – Managing running and races in 2020 40:40 – Goals for 2021 42:50 – How to tactically manage your best running years 44:15 – Quiz Time! 52:20 – How to get Gene to run in your part of the world! Contact Gene Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gene.dykes.1 Contact Details for Running and Fitness with Raj Website: runfitraj.com Join WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KUa5ddQDDlf22imAFJNcqh Email: [email protected] Facebook Group: Running and Fitness with Raj Instagram: Instagram @runningandfitnesswithraj Twitter @RunningRaj Listen and Subscribe Thank you for listening and supporting "Running and Fitness with Raj". If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, spread the word and rate & review on iTunes or wherever you are listening to your podcast. Apple Spotify JioSaavn Google Podcasts Stitcher Castbox TuneIn Podcast Addict Podchaser
