The Drop
By Believe in the Run
The DropNov 18, 2022
261 | Brooklyn Half Recap, Tree Showers, Summer GRIT Registration
We're back from NYC after a weekend of running with New Balance at the Brooklyn Half. Don't worry, there's still a bunch of random talk and even a bit of trail racing. We also announce the opening of Summer GRIT registration!
Learn more and register for Summer GRIT at 9 a.m. ET on Memorial Day (5/27): https://believeintherun.com/grit
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Lagoon Pillows
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Cheribundi
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LMNT
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Salomon Golden Trail Series
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260 | RBC Brooklyn Half Live Show
Thomas chats with Ted Metellus (TCS New York City Marathon race director), Andrea Haus (Mill City Running), and Tyler Swartz (Endorphins Running) for a discussion about gear, run club culture, and the infamous "P" word - pace.
This episode was recorded live at Smack Mellon with New Balance during the RBC Brooklyn Half weekend.
Follow our guests on Instagram:
Ted: @ted_deluxe
Andrea: @dreahaus
Tyler: @swartzcenter
259 | Nike Pegasus 41, Running Trends, Desert Island Food
We went mining on Threads to get some topics for this week's podcast and they hit hard on everything from running trends to race questions to... just kidding, it all went off the rails. Desert island foods, apple hype (the fruit, not the company), AI stand-ins, and more. Oh yeah, also the Nike Pegasus 41 is here.
INDEX
00:00 Intro
00:55 Desert island foods
09:26 Threads questions
23:20 Running trends
36:35 Max cushion backlash
44:20 Finding hatchets
47:15 Nike Pegasus 41
1:05:00 More coffee talk
1:07:20 Apples
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Lagoon Pillows Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows. We do. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ lagoonsleep.com/believe Cheribundi Tart Cherries are the most antioxidant rich superfruit & also the only superfruit to contain a natural melatonin. Experience the benefits of tart cherry juice and save 20% with code THEDROP ➡ https://cheribundi.com/ LMNT The best hydration supplement out there. Now with all-new sparkling cans! Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop Salomon Golden Trail Series Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/
258 | Lars Pedersen, Founder of Saysky
We've been running in Denmark-based Saysky for some time now, and their apparel and approach to the sport is top notch. In this episode, we talk to their founder about how he got started, his vision for the brand, and what running culture means to him.
Check out the all-new Flow Collection and save on your next order by using code DROP15 at checkout ➡ https://saysky.com/
257 | Mizuno Neo Vista, Berlin Marathon Entry Giveaway, Custom Netflix Algorithms
We're back in the regular swing of things, which means more random talk about our everyday lives, which actually includes running. Speaking of running, we're giving away two free guaranteed entries into the 2024 Berlin Marathon, thanks to our friends at Near Earth! They make the best running socks on earth, and now they're giving you an entry to one of the best races on the planet as well. We also cover the all-new Mizuno Neo Vista, which may end up being one of our favorite shoes so far this year.
Learn more and enter here (open to U.S. residents only): https://mailchi.mp/believeintherun/berlinmarathonentry
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!
Lagoon Pillows
Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows. We do. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ lagoonsleep.com/believe
Cheribundi
Tart Cherries are the most antioxidant rich superfruit & also the only superfruit to contain a natural melatonin. Experience the benefits of tart cherry juice and save 20% with code THEDROP ➡ https://cheribundi.com/
LMNT
The best hydration supplement out there. Now with all-new sparkling cans! Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
Salomon Golden Trail Series
Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/
INDEX 00:00 Intro 13:50 Games and stuff 17:29 Jawz the Revenge 32:50 Met gala 41:50 Netflix & shows 47:54 Trigger warnings 54:02 Mizuno Neo Vista
256 | Christian Brecheis, Founder of Near Earth
Photographer first, small business owner second, Christian Brecheis founded Near Earth socks in the middle of the pandemic. Engineered in Germany and made in Europe with premium knits using 100% renewable energy, the socks are designed for the optimal running performance. We get an inside look at what it takes to do that and hear about his business and running journey along the way. Check out Near Earth: https://nearearth.run/en-us
Follow Christian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christianbrecheis/
Want a free bib to the 2024 Berlin Marathon? Enter here: https://mailchi.mp/believeintherun/berlinmarathonentry
255 | European Road Trip Recap
We're finally back home in the good ol' U.S. of A, but our journey to Europe was worth it. The team recounts their days in Italy at the Diadora event before giving a full recap of a few days spent at Adidas HQ in Germany for the fourth annual "Road to Records" event. It was a long and winding road, but the future of running is bright and we were glad to witness it firsthand.
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!
Lagoon Pillows: Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows. We do. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ lagoonsleep.com/believe
Cheribundi: Tart Cherries are the most antioxidant rich superfruit & also the only superfruit to contain a natural melatonin. Experience the benefits of tart cherry juice and save 20% with code THEDROP ➡ https://cheribundi.com/
LMNT: Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
254 | Emily Halnon, Author and Trail Runner
Completing a circuit of all the Domino's Pizza in Eugene during one run may be her coolest feat, but Emily Halnon also holds the overall FKT on the 460-mile Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) which is certainly the most impressive. Her upcoming book, "To The Gorge," explores that week-long journey and her reflections on the death of her mother after a battle with uterine cancer. Learn more about Emily and pre-order her book here: https://www.emilyhalnon.com/
253 | The Gang Visits Venice
We made it to Italy but our luggage didn't, so we were missing some podcast mics for this episode. Nevertheless, we worked with what we had. Live from a hotel room in Venice, the gang recaps their journey and first day in the city, as they headed over to check out the newest technology and product from Diadora as they unveiled it all at Venice’s famed Arsenale, with an emphasis on Italian craftsmanship and the cultural influence of Venice on sports and footwear. We also got a glimpse into our latest Olympic innovations and a chance to talk to leadership about the future of the brand. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Lagoon Pillows Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows. We do. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ lagoonsleep.com/believe Salomon Golden Trail Series Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/ LMNT Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop Saysky Running Check out the all-new Flow Collection and save on your next order by using code DROP15 at checkout ➡ https://saysky.com/
252 | Dr. Annie Neurohr, Physical Therapist
Our favorite PT is back for round two! In this episode, we cover a bunch of the PT questions you had last time but we didn't get to answer, as well as some new ones, including Achilles injuries, plantar fasciitis, strengthening the pelvic floor, and more. Dr. Annie Neurohr is a lifelong runner and physical therapist at Sinai Running Rehabilitation Program here in Baltimore.
Follow Dr. Neurohr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pace_doctor/
251 | The Boston Marathon Recap
We almost split this into two podcasts, but instead, you get the whole rundown in one shot (for better or for worse). We went up to Boston, we had an absolute blast with our New Balance group run and meet and greet on Friday, and Saturday our mind-blowing Asics run and cap giveaway on Sunday, and of course– the crown jewel of running, the 128th Boston Marathon, thanks to Adidas. There were moments of pure joy and others of slight regret. It all came together for an unforgettable weekend that we'd do a hundred times over if we could. Thank you to everyone showed up and said hello during the race, and who made this weekend a true success. You are the reason we do this and can keep doing this, and you're more of an inspiration than you know.
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!
Lagoon Pillows
Get the best night of sleep with Lagoon Pillows. We do. You can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. ➡ lagoonsleep.com/believe
Salomon Golden Trail Series
Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/
LMNT
Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
Saysky Running
Check out the all-new Flow Collection and save on your next order by using code DROP15 at checkout ➡ https://saysky.com/
250 | Jean Pourrat, Sports Manager for Veja
Few brands truly embrace the idea of sustainability, but Veja practices what they preach from beginning to end. Jean Pourrat is the sports manager for the French brand and worked on the development of the all-new Condor 3. We go into all the details of Veja, their mission, and how they made a shoe that seamlessly blends performance and style.
Check out Veja Running: https://www.veja-store.com/en_us/running-shoes
Follow Jean Pourrat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jean_pourrat/
249 | Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Recap, Hoka Skyward X, Jarrett is Back w/ More Costco Drip
The people wanted more Costco content via Wide Foot Jarrett and they're getting it in this episode of The Drop. So grab a dollar dog and settle in for a wild ride as we recap the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile race, give our first thoughts on the Hoka Skyward X, get hyped for Boston, and go completely sideways with everything else.
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Lagoon Pillows
Get a free travel bag and free shipping when you use the code DROP ➡ https://lagoonsleep.com/
Salomon Golden Trail Series
Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/
LMNT
Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
Saysky Running
Check out the all-new Flow Collection and save on your next order by using code DROP15 at checkout ➡ https://saysky.com/
248 | Lindsay Flanagan, ASICS Athlete
One of our first podcast guests ever is back on The Drop after almost four years away. Lindsay is an Asics pro athlete and elite women's marathoner who recently finished 8th at the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. We get an inside look at her training, running high mileage, and what it's like living in Australia. Side note: she's also very good at trivia.
247 | On Cloudmonster Hyper, Easter Eggin', Panic Attacks, Cider Talk
It's taper time for Boston and the gang is barely holding on. Illness, dislocated shoulders, and panic attacks- we can barely fit it all in. Special guest Jarrett joins us this week to talk about his apple cider basicness and getting shamed by Patient First doctors, Thomas needs to the hype of Chipotle to come back, and Meg tries her best to keep Dune out of the conversation. We also have special guest check-ins thanks to our friend Lin who stopped by HQ. Last but not least, we talk about the On Cloudmonster Hyper.
SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!
Lagoon Pillows
Get a free travel bag and free shipping when you use the code DROP ➡ https://lagoonsleep.com/
Salomon Golden Trail Series
Learn more about the Golden Trail Series powered by Salomon and register for Broken Arrow so you can hang out with us ➡ https://www.goldentrailseries.com/
LMNT
Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
Saysky Running
Check out the all-new Flow Collection and save on your next order by using code DROP15 at checkout ➡ https://saysky.com/
JOIN US IN BOSTON!
RSVP for the New Balance Events: https://bit.ly/RSVP-BOSTON-2024-NEW-BALANCE
RSVP for the Asics Shakeout Run: https://bit.ly/RSVP-BOSTON-SHAKEOUT
INDEX
00:00 Intro
11:30 Robbe's running
19:27 Panic attacks
27:23 Thomas training
43:48 Meg's training
45:50 Cider and stuff
50:33 The Future
53:11 Jarrett gets shamed
1:03:15 Boston Events
1:09:11 Counting marathons
1:15:08 On Cloudmonster Hyper
1:15:20 But first, Chipotle
1:22:18 On Cloudmonster Hyper Cont.
246 | Jason Fitzgerald, Run Coach & Podcast Host
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/
245 | Robbe's HAT 50K Recap, Diadora Frequenza, Gnarly Barkley, Dune Analysis & More
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.
INDEX
00:00 Intro
07:42 Robbe's 50K recap
48:10 Thomas training
50:48 Diadora Frequenza
54:38 Thomas pt. 2
59:33 Barkley Marathons
1:04:15 Boston Events & Polls
1:06:10 Smashing cars
1:09:32 Horror movies
1:11:54 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 List
Gorewear Concurve Jacket: https://bit.ly/3xcNjeH
Janji Rainrunner Jacket: https://bit.ly/3PHwyhQ
Patagonia Slope Trail Runner Vest: https://bit.ly/3wJ0Kmo
Topo Athletic MTN Racer 3: https://bit.ly/3TYCsOs
Nike Ultrafly: https://bit.ly/3IUPZjy
Satisfy Cloud Merino LS: https://bit.ly/49eYO2j
Swiftwick Elite XT Merino Sock: https://alnk.to/cHMotSA
Paka Performance 3/4 Crew Sock: https://alnk.to/8iTrXwv
Ultimate Direction Flip Glove: https://alnk.to/g3aN8dT
Coros Apex 2 Pro: https://alnk.to/apSxK8J
244 | Gabi Rooker, Nike Pro
Follow Gabi on Instagram: www.instagram.com/gabirooker/
243 | TYR Valkyrie Elite Carbon, Popped Shoulders, Meg's West Coast Trip
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
242 | Rob Perez, Run Content Creator
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/
241 | Annapolis Half Marathon Recap, Florida Adventures, Sugar Gliders
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
240 | Eric Floberg, Filmmaker, YouTuber, Run Content Creator
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/@flobergruns
Follow Eric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floberg.runs/
239 | Hylo Athletics Impact, Our Running Origin Stories, Private Jets & More
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
238 | Kevin Salvano, Olympic Trials Marathoner
If you listen to the podcast, you already know. We were going hard in the paint for the Kevin Salvano during the Olympic Marathon Trials and while it may not have been his day, he went full send and that's all that matters. Find out how he got to the Trials in the first place and what it's like to "quit running" and then run a 2:16 for your first marathon.
237 | Asics Metaspeed Sky/Edge Paris, Charleston, Godzilla, Beyoncé and Crepes
Meg and Thomas return from Charleston and Thomas comes back with an accent that linguistically lands somewhere between Colonel Sanders and eastern European. We also get into some edge-of-the-seat commentary on produce storage, Godzilla, and running updates as we train for Boston. We also give our thoughts on the Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris and Edge Paris, which are the best race day shoes Asics has ever put out. Here's the chicken/fox/corn riddle: https://www.mathsisfun.com/chicken_crossing_solution.html 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 2:13 South Carolina 06:34 Godzilla 14:07 Thomas running 20:00 Beyonce 24:04 Rose city 39:00 Robbe running 53:06 Asics Metaspeed Sky/Edge Paris 1:07:10 Jawzrsize update
236 | Ben True, Northwood Athletics Coach
Repping that northern attitude out in the wilds of New Hampshire, Ben True is a decorated runner across various distances who took 7th place in the 2021 New York City Marathon in his first race at that distance. He currently runs Northwood Athletics, a grassroots effor to grow the next national running hub for all distances, all surfaces, and all abilities. We had a great conversation about his career, training solo, and why the East Coast has our hearts on lock.
Learn more about Northwoods: https://www.northwoodsathletics.com/
Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjtrue/
235 | Hoka Mach 6, Fear & Claustrophobing, The Bear & The Bachelor
We go where other podcasts don't dare to go. Mainly because other podcasters aren't finding copius amounts of watter bottles filled with urine on their runs and talking about it. We also talk about our running, our fears, our favorite shows right now, and the Hoka Mach 6 - a lightweight, fun, and more durable trainer that Hoka fans will/should/probably love. 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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes.
234 | Gary House, House Running Club
Gary is a Welsh trail/mountain runner who has been a leading coach for athletes for over 10 years now. Gary loves to train hard, but also loves to have fun in the process, all while creating content for social media to share with others.
Follow Gary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyhouse_/
233 | On Cloudmonster 2, Trail Running, Super Bowl Recap, Cheaters Gonna Cheat
We hit the trails for some fun this past weekend, then felt like Travis Kelce knocked the hat off our heads as we were heading to 4th period Math. Cause he would do that. We also discuss our favorite cheaters in running this week (including Robbe), and eventually talk about the On Cloudmonster 2. 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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop INDEX 2:30 Coffee talk 8:22 Trail running 21:05 Super Bowl recap 35:33 Taylor Swift update 43:05 USB ports 50:01 Winter GRIT Recap 55:05 Cheaters 1:13:30 On Cloudmonster 2
232 | Steff Gardner, Salomon Marketing Manager
If you want to hear about animal attacks, skydiving, and basejumping, boy, do we have a podcast for you. Steff Gardner is the marketing manager for Salomon North America, but she's also a seasoned trail runner, skydiver, basejumper, and a whole bunch of other things. This, despite growing up in the great indoors. We have a really fun conversation about all those things, and also about Salomon trail running and the "all are welcome" Golden Trail Series (which we'll be at in June!).
Learn more about the Golden Trail Series: https://www.goldentrailseries.com/
Follow Steff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashboombang/
231 | Olympic Marathon Trials Recap
Well, it was magic down in Orlando. Over the course of three days, we packed it in. From shake out runs to podcasts to random encounters with many of you on the streets, we had an absolute blast. Of course, it was all capped off with a race to remember on Saturday morning, where we finally got to see who will be representing the United States in Paris this summer. Thanks to Hoka and Citius Mag for partnering with us throughout the week, Justin Hall (@justin_yall) and Chase Fleming (@chaseflemingphoto) for capturing photos, and thanks to all of you for coming out and supporting us and the running community. Now let's to go France.
Watch the YouTube video recap: https://youtu.be/CGyoCHEfRko
Read the Hoka Cielo X1 review: https://believeintherun.com/shoe-reviews/hoka-cielo-x1-review/
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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes.
Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
230 | A Conversation with Hoka at the Olympic Marathon Trials
We're working on a Hoka ska band and are stuck between SKAZ Elite, The Mighty Mighty Cliftones, Reel Big Bondis, or Hoka Mach Sax. You'll get it after you watch the interview. Live from the Hoka Fly Lab at the Olympic Marathon Trials in Orlando, Robbe and Meaghan chat with the Hoka team about how they got here and where things are going, specifically with the Hoka Cielo X1. First up, we talk with Bekah Broe, Director of Product, Performance Footwear, before jumping into all things Cielo X1 with the designer of the shoe, Val Weilert, Senior Design Manager for Hoka.
Read our review of the Hoka Cielo X1: https://believeintherun.com/shoe-reviews/hoka-cielo-x1-review/
229 | Hoka Cielo X1, Olympic Trials, Kevin Salvano, Grit Party Recap
It's Olympic Trials week for the marathon and we're heading to Orlando (we're actually already there). But don't worry, we still found time to get weird for y'all. The big news this week is the release of the Hoka Cielo X1, a carbon-plated super shoe with a full Peba midsole and aggressive rocker geometry. It may be the most fun shoe we've ever worn. Before that, we talk about our favorite dark horse to win the Trials, our weekend at the Winter GRIT party, skinless dogs, and staring at ourselves in the mirrors to try and discover what we're made of. If that sounds bizarre to you, you're not wrong. 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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
228 | Aubrey Mvula, Content Creator
We love our content creator friends from across the pond, and Aubrey Mvula (@aubreyrunning on YouTube) is no exception. We talk about how he got started in running and into shoe reviews, how he just ran a new 10K PR, some of his favorite shoes to run in right now, and the balance of maintaining relationships with brands while still giving honest reviews.
Check out Aubrey's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AubreyRunning
227 | Diadora Gara Carbon, Taylor's Comin' to Town, Sleep Masks
Meg may or may not have set up a campsite in Harbor East in the hopes of catching a Taylor Swift sighting as she comes into town to see her Travvy lose to Lamar and the rest of the Ravens. We also cover our own running (the road to Boston begins now, or something), Thomas listening to the sounds of the Rainforest Cafe through a sleep mask, and whether or not we could survive an Andes plane crash (we couldn't). We also talk about the Diadora Gara Carbon, a surprisingly great carbon-plated race day shoe coming at the end of February.
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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes.
Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
We are getting PUMPED for Marathon Trials Weekend and if you’re going to be in Orlando, we want to hang! Here’s where you can find us:
THURSDAY, FEB 1: Join us at 6:30 PM at the Orlando Track Shack and be the first group of runners in the world to demo HOKA's latest racing product. Fun miles and good times guaranteed. We'll also be giving a way a bunch of Goodr sunglasses.
Register here: https://events.hoka.com/shakeattheshackwithhokaxtracks
FRIDAY, FEB 2: We’re joining Citius Mag crew for a jog at 5 PM from the CITIUS Cafe (presented by HOKA) followed by a final marathon prediction show and some hangs. Get there at 4:30 if you want to demo the new prototype shoe. Get a beer on the house and some Jeni's ice cream for dessert.
Register here: https://events.hoka.com/hokaxcitiuscafeshakeoutrun
SATURDAY, FEB 3: We’ll be cheering our faces off at the HOKA FLY ZONE as we get to watch America's most exciting marathon of the year. (Location TBD, somewhere near the start/finish).
All events are FREE!
INDEX
00:00 LMNT
01:30 Intro
06:40 Olympic Trials
13:52 Taylor in Baltimore
16:07 Winter GRIT
33:15 Poll Questions
38:40 Boston Marathon
50:15 Thomas Instagram Buy
57:11 What's in the box?
1:03:21 Society of the Snow
1:10:12 Diadora Gara Carbon
1:18:27 Nick Bare
226 | Dr. Annie Neurohr, Physical Therapist
Well, this is probably part one of many to come because we only scratched the surface of all your listener questions (thanks for sending them in). Dr. Annie Neurohr is a lifelong runner and physical therapist at Sinai Running Rehabilitation Program here in Baltimore. She's singlehandedly responsible for saving Robbe's running career after a years-long bout of hamstring tendinopathy and has helped scores of other injured runners get back on track again. We talk about a wide range of topics in this episode, from pre- and post-workout routines to IT Band Syndrome to shin splints and so much more.
Follow Dr. Neurohr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pace_doctor/
225 | Adidas Takumi Sen 10, Houston Marathon, Rainforest Cafe, Jaw Workouts
In what may be the first official "Thomas Instagram Buys" segment, we cover some key jaw workouts while Meg tries not to laugh for five minutes straight. We also talk about doing a six-star finishing medal for visiting all remaining locations of the Rainforest Cafe, and believe it or not, recap the results of the Houston Marathon. Eventually, we talk about the Adidas Takumi Sen 10. Get all the details and RSVP for the Winter GRIT party: https://mailchi.mp/believeintherun/wintergritparty2024 Pick up the Carhartt Waterproof Mittens that Robbe was talking about: https://amzn.to/3vAMsU2 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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
INDEX
00:00 Intro
01:30 Iguanas & Rainforest Cafe
10:44 Houston Recap
26:08 Snowflakes
38:47 Winter gear
47:57 TrainingPeaks
51:20 Meg's Spring Race
57:38 Jawzrsize
1:12:24 Adidas Takumi Sen 10
224 | Nathan Riech, Asics Athlete & Paralympic World Champion
After suffering a traumatic brain injury at the age of 10, Nathan Riech suffered coordination impairments on the right side of his body. Limiting his performance against able-bodied athletes, the injury fell under the guidelines for the T38 division of the Paralympics, in which Riech has become a 2x world champion.
223 | New Balance Rebel v4, Robbe's 50K Recap, Milk was a Good Choice
This episode is packed down and out with a wide array of information ranging from invaluable to "udderly" useless. Robbe recaps his 50K in the Brooks Caldera 7, Meg is CIM famous, and Thomas is singlehandedly keeping Instagram ads alive. We also find out what a MAMIL is, before diving into the New Balance Rebel v4.
RSVP for the Winter GRIT Party here
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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes.
Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
222 | Alex Hermanson, Run Influencer (@herm.runs)
If you don't know Alex, you should. As a big guy runner, he's normalizing running for everyone and doing it in an authentic way through his TikTok videos and Instagram reels. We brought him into the studio to talk about... honestly– everything under the sun. This is the longest guest episode we've ever recorded and it probably could've kept going if we all didn't need a bathroom break.
Follow Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herm.runs/
Follow Alex on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hermruns
221 | 2023 Year in Review, Asics Gel-Nimbus 26, "Intimate" Robots, Botulism
What a year it's been, and what a year it will be. On this episode of The Drop, we recap 2023 before talking about more important stuff like ventriloquism, sex robots, botulism, and runner road rage. Also, we talk about the Asice Gel-Nimbus 26, another solid daily trainer for 2024. 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. We're super excited about the new LMNT Chocolate Medley, featuring Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry, designed to be enjoyed hot or swirled into your favorite recipes. Our listeners can get a free LMNT sample pack with the purchase of any order. Pick it up here ➡ http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop
220 | Brian Metzler, Executive Editor of Outside Run
A veteran voice in running journalism, Brian Metzler is an expert on all things running, especially shoes and gear. As a longtime writer for the top publications in the industry and current executive editor of Outside Run, he's seen trends come and go and has personally run through them all. In this episode, we talk about all of that and more, while trying to predict what the future holds for run footwear.
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219 | Reebok Floatzig, Dirty Crab Cakes, Wrecked iPhones
We're in the Bermuda Triangle of our run seasons. Meg's disoriented with no race goals on the horizon. Gravity may be on strike. Bodies and iPhones are breaking down left and right. Somewhere in there, Christmas happened. And we also ran in the Reebok Floatzig and were surprised at how much we enjoyed it.
218 | Sarah Clancy, Founder of Sarah Marie Running Co.
Sure, talking about running to anyone who will listen is great, but it's even better to show it off with your apparel. Sarah Clancy is the founder of Sarah Marie Running Co. and Sarah Marie Design Studio, specializing in running goods and apparel with specialty designs and slogans. Borne two years ago, her small business has taken off, but hasn't been without its rollercoaster ride of struggles and victories. This is a great episode for all those entrepreneurs out there, hope you enjoy it.
Follow Sarah Marie Running Co. on Instagram
Check out Sara Marie's website: https://sarahmarie.run/
217 | Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 2, Catfishing, Gift Giving, Early Aughts Shoes
It's the most wonderful time of the year to talk about gift giving, Thomas childhood trauma and Robbe almost getting catfished with fish. There's also some skullduggery in the office fantasy football competition. Plus, we reminisce about our first running shoes, early aughts television, and run down a few different shoes, including the Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 2, Reebok Floatzig, and Asics GEL-NYC. Merry Christmas to all!
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216 | Erin Bailey, Influencer Management
Starting a company managing influencers and runners while trying to be one yourself is quite the juggling act. On this episode, we talk about how Erin juggles both of those things, how deals and contracts work, and how she started running, including her involvement with Green Point Runners, supported by Brooklyn-based Bandit Running.
Follow Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erin.k.bailey
Check out Momentum Management: https://momentummanagement.co/
215 | Meg's CIM Recap & Nike Alphafly 3
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214 | Daniel Fang, Turnstile
Thank you for letting us be ourselves. Few people have repped Baltimore better than Daniel Fang, drummer for hardcore band Turnstile (and many others). Even with their massive rise over the past year, including a summer tour with Blink-182 and three Grammy nominations (losing to Brandi Carlile for best rock song is an absolute travesty), he remains the chillest and nicest guy you could hope to meet. It was an honor to have him into the studio to talk about art, inspiration, living a straight edge lifestyle while on tour, and his newfound love of running. Show a bit of TLC.
Listen to Turnstile on Spotify
Follow Turnstile on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turnstileluvconnection/
Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielfang/
213 | The Running Event Recap & Salomon S/Lab Spectur
Fresh off an absolutely bonkers week at The Running Event 2023, Thomas and Robbe recap what's hot and what's not for 2024 in the running shoe world. Meaghan is in California where she ran a certain race in Sacramento in a certain shoe that starts with Alpha ends with Fly 3, which we will talk about all of that on the next episode of The Drop. There's a lot to cover in this episode, and Robbe's concerned that Thomas has never dipped french fries in a Wendy's Frosty.
Lagoon Pillows is how we get our good sleep. Right now you can save 15% off your first order with code BELIEVE. Shop here: https://lagoonsleep.com/believe
212 | Frank Sanchez, Physician Associate and Runner
Frank Sanchez is Chief Physician Associate-Cardiothoracic Surgery at University of Miami Transplant for Heart and Lung adult and pediatrics. With 25 years of experience, he has had the pleasure of taking care of the Miami football team at one point and currently is the Medical Director for LifeTime Fitness running and endurance events including Miami Marathon and Half. He is also a 7x Ironman finisher and 16x marathon finisher as well as a USA Triathlon coach and XC coach. We answer listener questions that hopefully help with your training and race day performance.