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    THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

    THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST

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    The Running Effect tells the best stories in running—and turns them into insight, inspiration, and tools to help competitive runners become greater. Every week, host Dominic Schlueter sits down with the fastest, smartest, and most inspiring people in the sport—from Olympic medalists to breakthrough athletes—to unpack the stories, lessons, and mindset behind elite performance. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or looking to understand how greatness is built, The Running Effect will make you a deeper fan of the sport—and a better runner.

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    Inside The Mind Of Sam Parsons | An Honest Conversation About The Peaks & Valleys Of Professional Running

    Inside The Mind Of Sam Parsons | An Honest Conversation About The Peaks & Valleys Of Professional Running

    January 20, 2023
    58m

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    Today's podcast is a look into the mind of a professional runner, the ups, downs, and everything in between. Professional runner for Tinman Elite and Germany, Sam Parsons shares his story in full today on the podcast. Sam is a 3:55 miler and was a World Championships finalist in the 5k last year. He is also the Creative Director for his team, Tinman Elite, and probably your favorite follow on Strava currently. 


    This podcast was touching to me, and I was impacted in a big way. Sam's inspiring answers provide insight and wisdom to many different areas of life. If you want a look inside the mind of Sam Parsons, this podcast is for you. Professional running isn't all sunshine and rainbows, and Sam does an incredible job at showing the hills and valleys of professional running in today's episode. 


    You can listen wherever you find your podcasts by searching, "The Running Effect Podcast." If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If you really enjoy the podcast, consider sharing it on social media to spread the word!


    The podcast graphic was done by the talented: Xavier Gallo.


    S H O W   N O T E S


    -Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/par_sam_sons/


    -Sam's Strava: https://www.strava.com/pros/sam-parsons-54176296


    -Video on Sam's Sub 4 Mile In Delaware: https://youtu.be/ufkpfquXxBs


    -Tintalk Pod: https://open.spotify.com/show/4g6N0gTk4bpEJHxFzu0Mrr?si=00394c7a85bf46c4


    -Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en

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