136: What To Expect At Your Autumn Marathon

In this episode of The Running Channel Podcast, the hosts discuss the excitement surrounding the autumn marathon season, sharing training tips and personal journeys. They record the episode live at Garmin's flagship store in Southampton, engaging with employees and learning more about the capabilities of Garmin watches. Rick reflects on his challenges using the watch, while the hosts also reminisce about their experiences at the UTMB (Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc) event, with Sarah providing a firsthand account of the atmosphere and her trip to Chamonix.

The conversation delves into preparation for autumn marathons, with Andy detailing his own training block as he gears up for Valencia. The hosts share insights about the advantages of autumn weather for training and running, contrasting it with the difficulties of summer heat. They also discuss various popular marathons taking place in the autumn, including the Great North Run, where one of the hosts will be working as a timing official.

The episode ends with a brief section on racing news, touching on Sydney's marathon results and the significance of Kenyan runners entering the trail running scene. Listeners are encouraged to keep up with the podcast for further developments, especially during the upcoming World Championships in Tokyo, where the team will provide ongoing coverage.