Mile 2: A Winner's Marathon.

Episode 2 of the 93 Miles: A Modern Survival Guide with Darius M. Riddick podcast, hosted by Darius M. Riddick, titled "Mile 2: A Winner's Marathon." was published on October 23, 2023 and runs 20 minutes.

October 23, 2023 ·20m · 93 Miles: A Modern Survival Guide with Darius M. Riddick

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Summary

The year is 490 BC, and we find ourselves in the heart of ancient Greece - a time when city-states were at constant war with each other. Our principle unfolds in the midst of the Battle of Marathon, a famous conflict between Athens and the Persian Empire. The Battle of Marathon was fought in the plains of Marathon, which lies just a short 26.2 miles (42.2 kilometers) away from metropolitan Athens. A famous courier is said to have run the 26.2 miles from Marathon to Athens without stopping to announce the Athenian victory over the Persians. In this episode, we'll explore how this astonishing feat inspired the modern-day marathon and how the marathon mentality can empower us on our journey to a healthier life. From training your body to building mental resilience, these stories will guide us on our modern-day Marathon quest.

Episode Description

The Battle of Marathon was fought in the plains of Marathon, which lies just a short 26.2 miles (42.2 kilometers) away from metropolitan Athens. A famous courier is said to have run the 26.2 miles from Marathon to Athens without stopping to announce the Athenian victory over the Persians.

In this episode, we'll explore how this astonishing feat inspired the modern-day marathon and how the marathon mentality can empower us on our journey to a healthier life. From training your body to building mental resilience, these stories will guide us on our modern-day Marathon quest.