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

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

By: CITIUS MAG
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  • Track and field's biggest names on the track, in the coaching ranks and within the industry sit down and open up in-depth to share brilliant insights and vivid snapshots from their professional/personal accomplishments and experiences in the sport. Hosted by CITIUS MAG founder Chris Chavez. The show was named one of "The Best Running Podcasts" by Runner's World. ▶ Visit https://CITIUSMAG.com ▶ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CitiusMag ▶ Instagram: https://instagram.com/citiusmag ▶ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CitiusMag ▶ Patreon: https://patreon.com/citiusmag
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Episodes
  • Kingston, Jamaica To Host First Grand Slam Track Meet + Interview With 2x World Championship Medalist Rushell Clayton 🇯🇲
    Nov 12 2024

    “What made me sign on is just how it was pitched: the fastest people in the world. There’s not many leagues that sign you on as contracted racers. That’s new. And I like to be a part of change.”

    Grand Slam Track has confirmed that Kingston, Jamaica will be one of four cities that will play host to the action in the professional track league's inaugural season. In 2025, the first slam will be held at the national stadium at Independence Park on April 4th, 5th and 6th.

    Back in June when the league was first announced, Los Angeles was one of the four cities that was announced, but Kingston is the first city confirmed with dates. This is the same stadium that hosts the Racers Grand Prix and the same stadium that is packed for five days when it hosts the ISSA/Grace Kennedy Boys and Girls Championships in March.

    Grand Slam Track’s events will take place over three days with athletes racing twice. Athletes will receive points for their finishing position in each race and then the athlete with the highest points total after both events will win the slam and the $100,000 grand prize.

    So what does this mean for the league? Grand Slam Track will have a host city where the Diamond League has not tapped into with one of the most devout track and field fan populations in the world. The fandom around the sprints is a national tradition from the high school to the Olympic level and the league has already invested in Jamaican talent with three Jamaican racers in Roshawn Clark, who will contest the 400m and 400m hurdles; Ackera Nugent, who will run the 100m and 100m hurdles; and Rushell Clayton, who will run the 400m and 400m hurdles.

    So to get excited about the league and the first slam in Jamaica, we caught up with two-time world championship medalist Rushell Clayton at the Grand Slam Track Racer Summit in Los Angeles.

    Host: Chris Chavez | ⁠@chris_j_chavez on Instagram

    Guest: Rushell Clayton | @rushellclayton on Instagram

    Time stamps:

    6:04 - Excitement for racing in Kingsport for GST

    8:06 - Why she decided to sign on with GST

    9:32 - When the 400m hurdles event rose to a new level

    10:27 - What led to her 5th place finish at the Paris Olympics

    12:30 - Chasing after a new 400m PB

    13:05 - Thoughts on her competitors

    14:21 - Goals for 2025

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    17 mins
  • Joe Klecker On Preparing For His Half Marathon Debut, Training With Hellen Obiri + Thoughts On Ryan Hall's 59:47 American Record (Live From The TCS NYC Marathon Expo)
    Nov 11 2024

    “We’re kind of on this journey to the marathon. The next logical step is a half marathon. That will be in the new year. We don’t know exactly where yet but we want to go attack a half marathon. That’s what all the training is focused on and that’s why it’s been so fun. Not that the training is easy but it’s the training that comes the most naturally to me.”

    My guest for today's episode is U.S. Olympian Joe Klecker of the On Athletics Club. He joins us with some news that he’s gearing up for his half marathon debut in early 2025 after a challenging comeback from injury.

    Joe is back and looking to tackle a new distance with a keen eye on Ryan Hall's American record in the half marathon. While his 2024 outdoor season was sidelined by a torn abductor, he's now fully focused on the 13.1 mile distance. He doesn't say it, but I think all signs point that it will likely be at the Houston Half Marathon in January, which is traditionally perfect weather and very fast. And while he's not quite ready to step away from the track just yet, Joe is already embracing the marathon mindset and this is one step forward to getting to the full distance with a personal best of 12:54 for 5K and 27:07 for 10K.

    Joe's incredible speed and dedication are setting him up for a strong entry into the longer distance. So in this episode, we'll hear about his approach to injury recovery, his plans for that debut, all with the guidance of his coach Dathan Ritzenhein and the support of his training partner and Olympic medalist, Hellen Obiri. He also shares why he's hoping for one more team on the track.

    Many thanks to New York Road Runners for allowing us to host this conversation in front of an audience at the Citizens Bank stage at the TCS New York City Marathon Expo.

    Host: Chris Chavez | ⁠⁠@chris_j_chavez on Instagram⁠

    Guest: Joe Klecker | ⁠@joe_klecker on Instagram ⁠

    Time stamps:

    3:43 - Getting to ride on the lead vehicle at the NYC Marathon

    5:21 - Thoughts on racing the marathon himself in the future.

    5:19 - Thoughts on teammate Hellen Obiri’s build leading into NYC

    7:09 - Details on Hellen’s workouts

    9:30 - Coming back from injury this summer

    11:04 - How his training has evolved since graduating college

    12:16 - Future races on the calendar

    15:03 - Going after the half marathon American record

    17:14 - OAC’s team culture

    22:30 - What keeps training exciting

    23:37 - How he approaches his future career in the marathon

    24:34 - Why track and the marathon feel like different sports

    25:48 - Overrated/underrated: training methods

    32:51 - Goals for 2025

    34:29 - Why now is a good time to shift to the marathon

    SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS

    WAHOO: KICKR RUN - a new revolutionary treadmill offering the freedom and form of outdoor running at home, from Wahoo Fitness. Run hands-free and focus solely on the joy of running with the innovative RunFree Mode - which adjusts to your stride and pace automatically. For the first time runners can now fully benefit from indoor training apps such as Zwift Run and the Wahoo app for an immersive training experience that delivers unmatched realism and results. Learn more at ⁠WahooFitness.com⁠

    OLIPOP: For the past year, we’ve redefined Olipop as more than just a healthy drink known for its gut microbiome with a low sugar content and a much better alternative to regular soda. You know there are more than 16 flavors, including classic root beer, cherry cola, and lemon-lime. You know it as The Runner’s Soda. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 25% off your orders by using code CITIUS25 at ⁠drinkolipop.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    38 mins
  • Jess McClain After Finishing 8th At The 2024 New York City Marathon (2:27:19, No. 2 American) | Race Recap + Reflections
    Nov 8 2024

    “I think as I run more and more and get more miles on my legs, I'll be able to hang with that lead pack later and later. But I stuck to my guns. I didn't really have a race plan going in other than taking the first few miles to feel it out. Then really just believing that I belonged in that lead pack for as long as I could hang with them.”

    My guest for today’s episode is Jess McClain, who just wrapped up a heck of a year with an eighth-place finish at the New York City Marathon, running 2:27:19 and finishing as the second American.

    It was Jess’s first World Marathon Major, and she showed incredible grit, moving steadily from 11th to 8th in the final miles and securing a spot among the top marathoners in the world.

    As we’ve explored on this show with her in January, Jess’s journey to the marathon stage has been anything but typical. A former Stanford standout who took a hiatus from professional running, she’s reemerged with stunning results. Earlier this year, she finished fourth at the Olympic Marathon Trials, making her the alternate for Team USA and nearly earning a spot at the Paris Olympics. She’s since signed with Brooks and built a strong racing resume, including wins at the USATF Road 10K Championships and a second-place finish at the USATF 20K Championships.

    Today, we’ll dive into her self-coached approach, her bold comeback, and what drives her heading into 2025.

    Host: Chris Chavez | ⁠@chris_j_chavez on Instagram

    Guest: Jess McClain | @jesstonn

    Previous episodes with Jess McClain:

    Jess McClain On Signing With Brooks Running (Again) + Deciding To Return To The Track

    Jess McClain After Finishing Fourth At The 2024 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials (2:25:46) + How She Did It Self-Coached and Unsponsored | Race Recap

    Time stamps:

    3:15 - Reflections on her 8th place finish at the NYC Marathon

    5:58 - Rediscovering her love for racing

    8:03 - Why she decided on racing NYC as her fall marathon

    10:34 - Details on her training throughout her build

    13:34 - Importance of being grounded outside of running

    16:31 - How her training setup has evolved + what she wants to change next

    19:39 - How she strikes the balance between working and training

    24:01 - Nerves before the race

    27:35 - Starting line + first few miles

    29:37 - Story about accidentally reversing her bibs

    35:49 - Thoughts when the big move was made during the race

    43:07 - Feelings after crossing the finish line

    45:38 - Looking ahead to future marathons

    49:01 - Thoughts on racing a track 10K next year

    51:16 - Overrated/underrated: training methods

    SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS

    WAHOO: KICKR RUN - a new revolutionary treadmill offering the freedom and form of outdoor running at home, from Wahoo Fitness. Run hands-free and focus solely on the joy of running with the innovative RunFree Mode - which adjusts to your stride and pace automatically. For the first time runners can now fully benefit from indoor training apps such as Zwift Run and the Wahoo app for an immersive training experience that delivers unmatched realism and results. Learn more at WahooFitness.com

    OLIPOP: For the past year, we’ve redefined Olipop as more than just a healthy drink known for its gut microbiome with a low sugar content and a much better alternative to regular soda. You know there are more than 16 flavors, including classic root beer, cherry cola, and lemon-lime. You know it as The Runner’s Soda. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 25% off your orders by using code CITIUS25 at drinkolipop.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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    1 hr and 3 mins

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