The Drop

On this episode, we sit down with 2:39 marathoner, running coach and host of the wildly popular Strength Running Podcast, Jason Fitzgerald. We chat about his entrance into running, becoming a coach and some of the best strength training tips for runners. Follow Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonfitz1/

1 Apr 20241h 2min

We go Maryland muddin' as Robbe recaps the HAT 50K this past weekend (no ankles were harmed!). Then, we talk about Thomas and Meg's training while diving into the Diadora Frequenza, Dune spoilers, and the Barkley Marathons. INDEX00:00 Intro07:42 Robbe's 50K recap48:10 Thomas training50:48 Diadora Frequenza54:38 Thomas pt. 259:33 Barkley Marathons1:04:15 Boston Events & Polls1:06:10 Smashing cars1:09:32 Horror movies1:11:54 Dune analysis Save 10% off any race distance at the Cape Cod Marathon weekend: THEDROP2024 (available to the first 50 registrants): https://capecodmarathon.com/races/ This episode is sponsored by LMNT. We use it to rehydrate after all our hard efforts and it is hands down the best hydration and recovery mix out there. With hot weather around the corner, nothing beats the salty-yet-refreshing taste of Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, or Citrus Lime.Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ ⁠http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop⁠ ROBBE'S 50K Gear ListGorewear Concurve Jacket: https://bit.ly/3xcNjeHJanji Rainrunner Jacket: https://bit.ly/3PHwyhQPatagonia Slope Trail Runner Vest: https://bit.ly/3wJ0KmoTopo Athletic MTN Racer 3: https://bit.ly/3TYCsOsNike Ultrafly: https://bit.ly/3IUPZjySatisfy Cloud Merino LS: https://bit.ly/49eYO2jSwiftwick Elite XT Merino Sock: https://alnk.to/cHMotSAPaka Performance 3/4 Crew Sock: https://alnk.to/8iTrXwvUltimate Direction Flip Glove: https://alnk.to/g3aN8dTCoros Apex 2 Pro: https://alnk.to/apSxK8J

29 Mar 20241h 21min

Since her marathon debut at Grandma’s Marathon in 2021 to her most recent race at the Chicago Marathon, Rooker has improved upon her personal best from 2:54 to 2:24. We talk about growing up as a gymnast and how she made the transition from short distance to marathon racing. Follow Gabi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabirooker/

25 Mar 202445min

It's looking like an infirmary at the BITR offices, with popped shoulders and illness and stress fractures. We'll be okay. Tune in to hear about Meg's journey to the West Coast to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Joan Benoit-Samuelson's 1984 Olympic gold with Nike. Then stick around for a recount of Thomas and Robbe's long run adventures from this past weekend. We also cover two brand-new shoes: the TYR Valkyrie Elite Carbon and Mount to Coast R1. Susan's Cookies: https://www.instagram.com/sjmeier2/ Our Favorite Water Bottles Hydrapak Skyflask 500ml: https://bit.ly/3P56n4k Nathan Speeddraw: https://bit.ly/493T7nG INDEX 00:00 Intro 07:29 Meg's West Coast Trip 22:12 Shirt nostalgia 29:07 Long Run Adventures 57:24 Favorite water bottles 1:05:35 Poll results 1:12:40 Meg's Instagram Stuff 1:17:05 TYR Valkyrie Elite Carbon 1:20:32 Mount to Coast R1

22 Mar 20241h 28min

From living on a submarine in the Navy to running ultras across the Atacama in Chile, Rob Perez has been to all ends of the extremes. We talk about his journey as a runner, run culture in D.C. and beyond, and what it's like as a content creator in 2024.Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.oh.bee/

18 Mar 20241h 17min

Thomas and Meaghan test the legs out at the Annapolis Half Marathon, Robbe finds a money trap in Florida, and we need all of you to write you local congressperson and get the laws on raccoon ownership changed. We also discuss the newly unveiled 2024 Boston Marathon medal. Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon: https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ This is episode is sponsored by LMNT. We use it to rehydrate after all our hard efforts and it is hands down the best hydration and recovery mix out there. With hot weather around the corner, nothing beats the salty-yet-refreshing taste of Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, or Citrus Lime. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop INDEX 00:01 Intro 01:00 St. Paddy's Day 12:00 Yuki world record 24:45 Raccoon ownership 31:50 Florida adventures 45:09 Annapols Half Recap 1:03:51 Boston Marathon medal 1:12:00 Shoe choices 1:21:06 Hangover cure

15 Mar 20241h 32min

Another legend from Chicago, Eric Floberg is a videographer, photographer, YouTuber, and Instagram creator producing some of the highest quality run content out there. He's also on a journey to drop his marathon time from 4:00 to 2:35. We had a great conversation about all things running and life.Follow Eric on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flobergrunsFollow Eric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floberg.runs/

11 Mar 20241h 12min

In this episode of The Drop, we talk about how it all began for all three of us, but before that we get a crystal clear perspective on some running gold. We also talk about Meg's past life as a baller flying on private planes, before talking about the Hylo Athletics Impact, a shoe designed with utmost sustainability in mind. Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon: https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ This is episode is sponsored by LMNT. We use it to rehydrate after all our hard efforts and it is hands down the best hydration and recovery mix out there. With hot weather around the corner, nothing beats the salty-yet-refreshing taste of Raspberry Salt, Watermelon Salt, or Citrus Lime. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop INDEX 00:01 Intro 08:05 Ember Gift 12:30 Private jets 16:12 Happy birthday 18:48 Thomas origin story 23:00 Robbe origin story 28:18 Meg's origin story 53:29 Feathers shout-out 1:03:48 Nature probz 1:09:45 Hylo Athletics Impact

8 Mar 20241h 21min