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Podcast 104: Josh Rohatinsky on his Marathon Debut, Faith, Salazar, Mitt Romney & More!
Posted November 14th, 2007 at 3:30 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 104 of The Final Sprint Podcast, the most listened to running podcast in North America, features my interview with former BYU Cross Country Champion JOSH ROHATINSKY.
Josh, who now lives in Eugene, OR and is trained by legend Alberto Salazar, is coming off of an impressive marathon debut and 9th place finish at the 2007 U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials in New York City.
In the interview Josh talks about his first 26.2 mile performance, his running-rich family tree, the mental affects of not concerning himself with statistics, differences between Salazar and Ed Eyestone’s coaching philosophies, training with the Gouchers and Galen Rupp, and his racing/training plans for the future.
Download the podcast to hear Josh discuss these topics, as well as, in what event he sees himself winning an Olympic medal or world championship, his mission trip to Uruguay, the role of faith in his career, Mitt Romney’s presidential campaign, Ryan Hall’s success, and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Josh Rohatinsky
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 16.1 MB | Length: 23:32 MIN
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Podcast 103
JASON LEHMKUHLE Climbing the Marathon Leaderboard
JASON LEHMKUHLE Climbing the Marathon Leaderboard
Posted November 12th, 2007 at 4:48 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 103 of The Final Sprint Podcast, the most listened to running podcast in North America, features my interview with Team USA Minnesota’s JASON LEHMKUHLE.
Jason shattered his marathon PR and outperformed many of America’s most prominent runners to finish in 2:12:54 and come in an impressive 5th place at last Saturday’s U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials in NYC.
In the interview Jason talks about the keys to his success at the Trials, why the course was not as difficult as he expected, what it’s like to be running with and passing America’s most successful elite runners, the tremendous crowd support, dealing with the tragic lose of Ryan Shay, and how it makes (or should make) an athlete (especially one like Jason who knows they have a heart murmur) take extra medical precautions.
Download the podcast to hear Jason discuss these topics, as well as, his racing plans for the spring, his long buildup to the 10,000m U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials, his future in marathoning, what makes Minnesota an ideal place to live and train, his freelance graphic design work, helping younger runners, and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Jason Lehmkuhle
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 19.9 MB | Length: 29:04 MIN
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Podcast 102: Post-Olympic Marathon Trials Interview with RYAN HALL
Posted November 4th, 2007 at 1:08 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 102 of The Final Sprint Podcast features a teleconference interview with RYAN HALL after his sensational victory and record-setting performance at today’s U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials in New York.
The teleconference was hosted by USA Track and Field (USATF)and the United States Olympic Committee (USOC).
In the teleconference, Hall responds to questions from TheFinalSprint.com’s Jimmie Markham and other members of the media regarding his celebration in the last miles of the race, training with the Mammoth Lakes group, the tragic death of Ryan Shay, his racing schedule leading up to the Beijing Olympics, the time Hall expects to be able to run in the marathon, his dream of making the Olympic team, the importance of a fast time vs. a gold medal and what he learned from the Olympic Trials race.
Download the podcast to hear Hall discuss these topics, as well as, a comparison of how he felt after London vs. the Olympic Trials race, what he thought of a criterion-style course, whether or not he will watch the ING New York City Marathon on Sunday, Hall’s wife Sara’s role in his success and speculation on two Halls going to Beijing.
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Host: USOC, USATF, NYRR | Guest: Ryan Hall
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 13.6 MB | Length: 19:50 MIN
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Podcast 101: Pre-Trials Teleconference with Abdi, Hall, and Culpepper
Posted November 1st, 2007 at 7:07 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 101 of The Final Sprint Podcast features a pre-U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials teleconference interview with Abdi Abdirahman, Ryan Hall and Alan Culpepper.
The teleconference was hosted by USA Track and Field (USATF)and the United States Olympic Committee (USOC).
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Host: USOC, USATF, NYRR
Guests: Abdi Abdirahman, Ryan Hall, Alan Culpepper
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 15.6 MB | Length: 22:46 MIN
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Podcast 100: Pre-Trials Teleconference with Keflezighi and Khannouchi
Posted October 31st, 2007 at 7:00 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 100 of The Final Sprint Podcast features a teleconference interview with 2004 Olympic marathon silver medalist Meb Keflezighi and former world and American marathon record holder Khalid Khannouchi.
Both men will compete Saturday in New York’s Central Park for a spot on the 2008 Olympic Team; running in the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Men’s Marathon.
The teleconference was hosted by USA Track & Field, the U.S. Olympic Committee and New York Road Runners. Click here to read textual excerpts or click below to listen to our audio recording of the full teleconference.
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Host: Adam Jacobs
Guests: Meb Keflezighi, Khalid Khannouchi
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 17.7 MB | Length: 25:48 MIN
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Podcast 99: JOSH COX on Faith, Love, Hope … and the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials
Posted October 31st, 2007 at 6:00 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Motivation, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 99 of The Final Sprint Podcast, the most listened to running podcast in North America, features my interview with American marathoner and Olympic hopeful JOSH COX.
In the interview Cox offers intimate details about his absence from racing and the emotionally and mentally trying journey that began in late 2005 when his father was diagnosed with cancer. Cox went to care for his father, ceased most of his training, and was by his side until he passed away in July 2006. Although a painful journey, it also led to a once unthinkable metamorphosis; enabling the father and son to repair what had been a tumultuous relationship and find forgiveness, as Cox says, “On this side of eternity”.
His personal and athletic life now back on track, Cox is ready to “let it rip” at Sunday’s U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials; a race he says he’ll been running for both his Heavenly and earthly fathers.
Download the podcast to hear Cox discuss these experiences, the Trials, as well as, having his “butt handed to him daily” when he arrived in Mammoth, the “adventure” of earning his qualifier at the Air Force Marathon, what he believes is the “true gold” in athletics, his new video about Ryan Hall on GodTube, and Team Running USA: their strong group dynamic despite stark contrasts in personalities and how a common faith binds them together.
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Josh Cox
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 25.0 MB | Length: 36:26 MIN
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Podcast 96: MEB KEFLEZIGHI Pre-U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials Interview
Posted October 19th, 2007 at 5:20 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 96 of The Final Sprint Podcast features my pre-U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials interview with 2004 Olympic silver medalist MEB KEFLEZIGHI.
After nearly 20 years on U.S. soil, Meb remains focused on realizing his dreams through faith, hard work, a unique appreciation for life and having the utmost respect for his competitors.
In the interview, Meb talks about taking one day a time, the 20 year anniversary of when his family came to America from war-torn Eritrea, overcoming his recent calf ailment and staying confident despite a rough year of health concerns and bad luck.
Download the podcast to hear Meb discuss these topics, as well as, his race strategy and preparation for the arduous Marathon Trials race course, lessons learned from his 2004 second place finish, his reputation for having a “reserved personality”, pacesetters, advice for young Olympic hopefuls, and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Meb Keflezighi
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 11.5 MB | Length: 16:45 MIN
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Podcast 94: PETER GILMORE on the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials and Much More!
Posted October 17th, 2007 at 9:23 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts, Drugs In Sports
Episode sponsored by: Bill Rodgers Sportswear
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Episode 94 of The Final Sprint Podcast features my interview with U.S. Olympic Marathon hopeful PETER GILMORE.
In the interview, Peter talks about being in peak condition heading into the November 3 Olympic Trials, completing his first pre-marathon altitude training session, the keys to his success and racing strategy, and the benefits of his marathon and New York City racing experience.
Download the podcast to hear Peter discuss these topics, as well as, the current U.S. Olympic qualifying system, the decision to separate the Trials from the ING NYC Marathon, how and why the sport would benefit from greater economic transparency, the recent editorials in favor of “legalizing” steroids, and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Peter Gilmore
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 19.3 MB | Length: 28:13 MIN
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Podcast 91: RYAN HALL on the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, Marion Jones, and more!
Posted October 10th, 2007 at 8:14 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode sponsored by: Bill Rodgers Sportswear
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Episode 91 of TheFinalSprint.com Podcast is part of our continuing series of interviews with the top competitors running in the Nov. 3 U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials in New York City.
In this episode, I was proud to welcome back U.S. half-marathon and debut marathon record holder RYAN HALL.
In the interview, Ryan talks about preparing for the Olympic Marathon Trials, the keys to his success, racing strategy, potential dark horses, adjusting his training according to the lessons he learned from his 26.2m debut, and how his success amid such hot temperatures in London may help him in Beijing.
Download the podcast to hear Ryan discuss these topics, as well as, how his religious beliefs and the importance of forgiveness affect his view on Marion Jones, the current U.S. Olympic qualifying system, his thoughts on family and the birth of Dathan Ritzenhein’s first child, bible study groups in Mammoth, pacesetters, and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Ryan Hall
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 15.2 MB | Length: 22:11 MIN
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Podcast 89 U.S. Olympic Team hopeful & ZAP Fitness standout JOE DRISCOLL
Posted October 5th, 2007 at 12:31 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Olympics, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode sponsored by: Bill Rodgers Sportswear
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Episode 89 of TheFinalSprint.com Podcast features my interview with Olympic marathon hopeful and ZAP Fitness standout JOE DRISCOLL.
In the interview, Joe talks about the highlights of his 2007 season, the lessons he’s learned from overcoming recent injuries, the importance of core training in his recovery, and the keys to his success at the November 3rd U.S. Olympic Men’s Marathon Trials.
Download the podcast to hear Joe discuss these topics, as well as, the media attention given to some of America’s talented but lesser known runners (such as those running for ZAP, Team USA Minnesota, etc.), how post-collegiate running groups have benefited his own career and U.S. distance running in general, what it’s like to both train and work at ZAP (where all of the runners help out with tasks like washing dishes, assisting with running camps, etc.), and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Joe Driscoll
Producers: Greg Cherniet, Adam Jacobs
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 17.6 MB | Length: 25:45 MIN
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