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Running 79-Second Quarters After 24 Hours, Desert Detours & The Wild Reality of The Speed Project
April 7, 2026
1h 4m
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Top Topics:
The Speed Project explained (LA to Vegas, teams + solo efforts)
Inside the culture and “who belongs” in alternative running spaces
Elite teams vs. adventure athletes and what it takes to win
Logistics, pacing, and strategy (including 79-second quarters late in the race)
Getting lost, off-course routes, and unconventional race navigation
Mental pressure within teams and not wanting to let teammates down
Erika’s Boston buildup and pro athlete perspective heading into race week
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