009 | Meghann Featherstun, Sports Dietician
This week on The Drop, BITR's Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan give their reviews of a pair of shoe sequels, the ASICS Gel-Nimbus Lite 2 and HOKA ONE ONE Carbon X 2 (8:20) before giving the inside scoop on Galen Rupp's secret race in Oregon where he set a new U.S. men's world record (19:24). Then, Thomas and Meaghan sit down with sports dietician Meghann Featherstun to talk everything from nutrition for runners, to common dietary mistakes we make to great midday snack ideas (22:50). Finally, Thomas is joined by BITR's in-house sports psychology consultant Adrienne to help runners tackle workout anxiety by leaving the watch at home (1:18:45). Websites: https://featherstonenutrition.com/ https://www.langelierspc.com/
6 Nov 20201h 36min
008 | Richard Kuchinsky, Shoe Designer
Believe in the Run's Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan talk the new ASICS GEL-Nimbus Lite 2 (8:27) before getting into some of the latest Rabbit winter running gear (11:44). The crew also breaks down the biggest news of the week, including the postponement of the 2021 Boston Marathon (16:44). Thomas is then joined by running shoe designer Richard Kuchinsky to discuss his process as a designer and consultant in the industry, how he got his start and why he loves running shoes so damn much (23:45). Finally, Meg brings on BITR's in-house sports psychology consultant Adrienne to help runners find purpose in their workouts without access to competition (1:05:24). Instagram: @rkuchinsky
30 Okt 20201h 12min
007 | Brian Metzler, Author and Journalist
Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan give you the inside scoop on the Diadora Mythos Volo as well as the Brooks Fall 2020 running collection (3:55) before recapping a crazy Big's Backyard Ultra (13:44). Then, Thomas sits down with Brian Metzler, journalist and author of "Kicksology: The Hype, Science, Culture and Cool of Running Shoes" to talk about the past, present and future of the running shoe industry (18:42). Finally, Meg brings on BITR's in-house sports psychology consultant Adrienne to discuss methods for coping with pre-race nerves (1:01:50).
23 Okt 20201h 13min
006 | Matt Hart, Author of Win At All Costs
Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan dive into a couple of shoes they are running in, as well as some Fall gear from Vuori (1:20), before they recap the new world records set for the 5K and 10K (17:12). Then, Thomas sits down with Matt Hart, a freelance journalist whose writing covers sports science and performance-enhancing drugs, among other things. His new book, Win At All Costs, depicts the deception and PED use at the Nike Oregon Project (22:35). Finally, Meg talks with BITR's in-house sports psychology consultant Adrienne to weigh the pros and cons of running with a pacer (1:04:10). Win At All Costs is out now.
16 Okt 20201h 12min
005 | Lindsay Flanagan, ASICS Elite Athlete
Thomas and Meghan interview ASICS pro athlete Lindsay Flanagan about her experience at this year's London Marathon, what it's like to wear a bump vest (super weird), and what's next for her (28:18). But first, Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan discuss their first impressions of the Nike Air Zoom Tempo Next% (9:40) and the ASICS Gel-Kayano Lite (15:02) before they recap the 40th London Marathon (19:10). Finally, Meg brings on BITR's in-house sports psychologist Adrienne to break down the mentality of a pro marathoner (1:17:36).
9 Okt 20201h 28min
004 | Stephanie Bruce, HOKA NAZ Elite
BITR's Thomas and Meaghan discuss the Skechers Razor Elite (3:02) and the HOKA One One Rocket X (5:07) before previewing the upcoming London Marathon (8:00). Then, they interview Stephanie Bruce, NAZ Elite athlete, and Michael McManus, Global Sports Marketing Director at HOKA, about the Rocket X and HOKA's partnership with the Northern Arizona Elite running team (10:40). Finally, BITR's own Adrienne Langelier explains how to move past failure (50:09).
2 Okt 20201h
003 | Cal Neff, Altra Athlete and World Record Holder
Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan recap Meg's BIG weekend where she completed her sub-three hour marathon (1:00) before jumping into two new lifestyle shoes they are really enjoying: the Brandblack Tarantula and Deckers X Lab (17:00). Then, Thomas interviews Cal Neff, an athlete for Altra Running and Polar who owns world records for running with a baby stroller (29:44). Finally, BITR's Adrienne Langelier provides some motivational mental tips to help boost your confidence out on the roads (55:35). Instagram: @calneff @langelierspc Website: https://www.langelierspc.com/
25 Sep 20201h 5min
002 | Michael Krajicek, Founder of Atreyu Running
Believe in the Run's Thomas, Robbe and Meaghan discuss a trio of shoes: the On Cloudboom (4:11), Skechers GOrun Razor + Hyper (8:52) and Speed 6 (12:14). They dive into On Running's latest play for a subscription service (17:30) before talking to Michael Krajicek, founder of Atreyu, the first running shoe company to break ground on subscription (29:46). Finally, Meaghan gives some virtual race day tips (1:13:36).
18 Sep 20201h 16min
