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Sharon Lokedi On Repeating As Boston Marathon Champion

by CITIUS MAG

The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field Show

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"I think just staying grounded and trying to remember all the special moments and the training helps quite a bit."
"Every race is different. And no matter the people that you have, you never know who comes prepared and ready for it."
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Episode Summary

This episode of The CITIUS MAG Podcast features an interview with Sharon Lokedi, who recently won her second consecutive Boston Marathon. Lokedi shares her insights on the pressure she faced as the defending champion and how she managed expectations. She recounts the race strategy that led to her victory, including her impressive surge between 35K and 40K, and reveals the story of how she raced on a borrowed watch after forgetting hers at the hotel.

Lokedi discusses the emotional and mental aspects of preparing for and competing in the marathon, emphasizing the importance of being grounded and connected to her training and support system. She reflects on how each race offers new lessons and how she aims to inspire other women in the sport. The episode also touches on her experience throwing the first pitch at a Red Sox game and her thoughts on the sport's evolving landscape, especially regarding the impressive competition seen in recent marathons across the globe.

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Episode Summary

This episode of The CITIUS MAG Podcast features an interview with Sharon Lokedi, who recently won her second consecutive Boston Marathon. Lokedi shares her insights on the pressure she faced as the defending champion and how she managed expectations. She recounts the race strategy that led to her victory, including her impressive surge between 35K and 40K, and reveals the story of how she raced on a borrowed watch after forgetting hers at the hotel.

Lokedi discusses the emotional and mental aspects of preparing for and competing in the marathon, emphasizing the importance of being grounded and connected to her training and support system. She reflects on how each race offers new lessons and how she aims to inspire other women in the sport. The episode also touches on her experience throwing the first pitch at a Red Sox game and her thoughts on the sport's evolving landscape, especially regarding the impressive competition seen in recent marathons across the globe.

Key Takeaways

  • Sharon Lokedi emphasizes the importance of mental preparedness in managing pre-race pressure.
  • A unique racing strategy: she focused on pacing off the lead car during her decisive surge.
  • Every race teaches new lessons and shapes an athlete's growth.

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