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#116 4:24 to 2:42 in two years: Odin Stromberg's unbelievable marathon journey

from The Marathon Podcast · host Kristian Warwick/Wiild Studio

20% off STRAVA annual subscription with code "KRISTIAN"Get a discount on FlexBeam by using the link below or use discount code "WARWICKRUNS": https://rechargehealthas.sjv.io/55GAPbStart your free Musicbed trial today: https://fm.pxf.io/kristianwarwickOdin Strømberg moved from Norway to Brooklyn in 2023 with a full-time job, a child, and no sports background. That fall, he ran his first marathon in 4:24.Now? He’s a 2:42 marathoner.In this episode, we talk about improving fast as an adult beginner, training seriously while balancing work and family, and the mindset shift from simply finishing to truly competing.Odin is now chasing an even bigger goal: running all the U.S. major marathons in 2026, alongside a fundraiser you can support.https://fundraisers.nyrr.org/odin-stroembergFull video + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickrunsFollow Kristian's journey on Instagram: @warwick.runsMusic from Musicbed:MB01XPYH8ZYENVAMB0133EV2TCQFZY

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