The Zone 2 Podcast6 Aug 2025

27: Learn to Hustle with Russell Wells

👤 This week were lucky enough to invite our friend: Nike performance running EKIN, Heartbreak Coach, and retired collegiate 800m runner Russell Wells back on the podcast for the second time. This week, we chatted about everything from backyard ultramarathons to new shoe releases.

📏 Wait, what the heck is a backyard ultra?
🏎️ What is it like ripping a 4-minute 1500m?
👟 Should I be running in the Structure 26 or the Vomero Plus… or both?

If you still wanted to learn more about shoe foams, check out this spreadsheet breaking down all the premium foams from top running brands!

In case you missed it, be sure to hear our first interview with Russell to learn more about his background, experience, and his role as a Nike EKIN: the "coolest job in the sneaker industry". Listen to 5: Getting Technical with Russell Wells.

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🎧 Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by hosts: Francis Criscione & Brian Coven

🎙️ Guest: Russell Wells

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