The Secret to Marathon Longevity: A Decade of Consistency Explained (with Rory Linkletter)

Olympian Rory Linkletter breaks down his 2025 Chicago Marathon race - chasing the Canadian record (2:06:49), hitting the pain cave at mile 13, and still running a PB. Learn what it really takes to train 4,000 miles a year and compete at the elite level.Fresh off the finish line, Rory shares the mindset, consistency, and decade-long journey behind world-class marathon running. From training with Conner Mantz & Clayton Young at "Marathon University" to debating data vs. instinct, this is your inside look at elite training.What You’ll Learn:💪 The real secret to elite running: consistency over a decade, not just talent 🏃 Chicago Marathon exclusive debrief - running alone for 12 miles & fighting through the pain 📊 Why runners might be overcomplicating training (and when to trust your body over the data) 🎯 4,000-mile training years: what it takes to stay healthy and competitive 🥇 Nature vs nurture in elite athletics - talent, attitude, and environmentWhether you're chasing your first marathon or your next PB, Rory's insights on longevity, resilience, and smart training will transform how you approach running.🎧 New episodes every Friday with Olympic legends, elite runners, and expert coaching advice.🎁 Try Runna FREE for 2 weeks with code PODCAST25: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST25📺 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.