How I Came Back From RED-S | Jake Smith | Ep 46

Elite marathon runner Jake Smith opens up about running a 2:11 marathon to battling an eating disorder, RED-S, stress fractures, and dangerously low testosterone, Jake shares the reality behind elite endurance sport.

We discuss the obsession with being lighter, the physical and mental consequences of under-fuelling, how he rebuilt his health, and why he's now happier and running better than ever.

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00:00 Introduction & Jake Smith's incredible journey

10:15 The eating disorder that nearly ended his career

20:30 RED-S, stress fractures & asking for help

30:45 Recovering, gaining 15kg & rebuilding his relationship with food

41:00 Returning to elite racing & proving people wrong

51:15 Training, nutrition & recovery as a professional marathon runner

1:01:30 Race strategy, marathon goals & chasing personal bests

1:11:45 Mindset, pressure & dealing with criticism

1:22:00 Advice for runners, RED-S awareness & avoiding common mistakes

1:33:30 Future ambitions, life beyond running & final thoughts

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