Episodes

  • Behind-the-Scenes Coaching Call: How to Make a Comeback at 40

    Behind-the-Scenes Coaching Call: How to Make a Comeback at 40
    Mar 13 2025

    Melanie is a 40-year old runner who had some success in her 20's but is now ready to make a comeback. How can she do it?

    In this behind-the-scenes coaching call, Jason helps Melanie with her training and goals as she re-commits herself to running after years focusing on weightlifting.

    Melanie is a member of Team Strength Running, our group coaching program that gives you a team of your peers, ongoing coaching guidance from me, a library of training plans and other resources gear discounts, and more. Join our team at strengthrunning.com/join/ to dial in your training and make 2025 your best year yet.

    We discuss:

    • her past training
    • injury history
    • what she’s doing now to get back into the swing of training
    • specific training adjustments that will help her improve
    • how she should structure the rest of 2025

    Thank you for listening, subscribing, and being part of the Strength Running community!

    Learn more about our training programs at strengthrunning.com/coaching/

    Thank you 2Before!

    We are supported by 2Before, a powerful sports supplement made from New Zealand Blackcurrants designed to increase endurance, manage inflammation, support immunity, and promote adaptation. 2Before helps to boost performance by increasing blood flow, making it more efficient for the body to pump oxygenated nutrient-rich blood into the muscles.

    So, if you want to try to boost your performance and immune system, use code JASON for 30% off 20 packs and multi-serve packs at 2Before.com.

    Thank you to 2Before for supporting Strength Running!

    Thank you Previnex!

    After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I’m cautiously changing my tune. I’m now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I’m optimizing for longevity. I want to be my healthiest self for as long as possible and I’m excited to partner with Previnex to make that happen.

    Previnex uses the most bioavailable, clinically tested ingredients, the optimal form and dose of each ingredient, pharmaceutical grade manufacturing, testing of raw ingredients and finished products. For every purchase you make, they also donate vitamins to kids in need.

    Their new Muscle Health Plus is something I'm now taking. Turning 40 - and having a thin frame - has made me realize that I need to prioritize lean muscle mass to stay healthy and age well. Muscle Health Plus has creatine, essential and branched chain amino acids, and it's designed in a way to maximize protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids.

    Muscle Health Plus will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover faster after hard workouts. As is true for all of their products, Previnex adheres to the highest of standards: their ingredients are clinically proven to do what they say they’re going to do.

    Previnex offers a 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't feel the benefits of their product, you get your money back no questions asked. With their focus on quality and customer satisfaction, I hope you’ll try it! Use code jason15 for 15% off your first order at Previnex!
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment & Prevention with Dr. Duane Scotti

    Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment & Prevention with Dr. Duane Scotti
    Mar 6 2025
    You start feeling pain in your Achilles tendon– should you still go for an easy run? Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner. We talk about: Differences between Achilles tendinopathy and tendonitisWhy you don’t need to give up running due to Achilles painA pain monitoring tool to guide treatmentExercises for Achilles tendinopathyPreventative measures and shoe considerationsWhy do men 40+ suffer from this injury more often? Share this episode with a friend who’s dealing with Achilles pain! Links & Resources from the Show: Duane on Instagram: @sparkhealthyrunnerDuane on YouTube: @sparkhealthyrunnerDuane on TikTok: @sparkhealthyrunnerDuane’s Healthy Runner Group on FacebookDuane on LinkedInHealthy Runner Podcast on Spotify and Apple PodcastsUltimate Guide to running healthy without achilles pain: https://learn.sparkhealthyrunner.com/achilles Get our free injury prevention email series at strengthrunning.com/prevention. Thank you Ketone-IQ! Ketone-IQ increases the levels of ketones in your blood - and raised blood ketone levels do increase focus and alertness, which is why I take a shot before every podcast recording and have for almost two years even before their sponsorship. I feel dialed in and quick for these high-stakes conversations. There’s also promising research - and loads of anecdotal evidence - that ketone supplementation can help with recovery if taken post-exercise. I know some of the best ultra runners in the world, Boston Marathon champ Des Linden, and the pro cycling team that won the TdF in 2022 and 2023 all take ketones post-race to aid recovery. Go to Ketone.com/strengthrunning to save 30% on your first subscription and receive a free 6-pack of Ketone-IQ and try for yourself today. Thanks to 2Before! We are supported by 2Before, a powerful sports supplement made from New Zealand Blackcurrant berries designed to increase endurance, manage inflammation, support immunity, and promote adaptation. 2Before helps to boost performance by increasing blood flow, making it more efficient for the body to pump oxygenated nutrient-rich blood into the muscles. So, if you want to try to boost your performance and immune system, use code JASON for 30% off 20 packs and multi-serve packs at 2Before.com. Pro tip: get the caffeinated version. You'll get the vasodilatory benefits of blackcurrant berries with the powerful performance and mental benefits of caffeine. Thank you to 2Before for supporting Strength Running! Thanks DrinkLMNT! A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at DrinkLMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. DrinkLMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. If you’re not familiar, LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. They make electrolytes for athletes and low-carb folks with no Sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. I’m now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They’re the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out DrinkLMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Nervous System Recovery: Olympian BJ Cole on Post-Run Mobility & Isometrics

    Nervous System Recovery: Olympian BJ Cole on Post-Run Mobility & Isometrics
    Feb 27 2025

    Take these recovery strategies from a pro to recover faster and feel better from run to run.

    Brendan “BJ” Cole is an Australian Olympic 400m hurdler, massage therapist, and sprint and strength coach.

    We talk about:

    • The evolution of BJ’s recovery and mobility class
    • Systemic and peripheral recovery techniques for runners
    • What runners are often forgetting or missing during recovery
    • How runners can use breathwork for nervous system regulation
    • Tools like foam rollers, tennis balls, and percussion guns
    • The 3 T’s for joint mobility
    • A practical 15 minute recovery routine for runners that you can use
    • Ground-based vs. aerial-based athletes and their recovery

    Share a link to this episode with your running friends so you can help each other focus on recovery!

    Links & Resources from the Show:

    • Brendan on Instagram: @beejayspeed
    • Download the free Little Black Book of Recovery & Prevention. Hear from 9 pro athletes on their favorite recovery strategies, including Dathan Ritzenhein, Ian Sharman, Amelia Boone, David Roche, and others. strengthrunning.com/elites

    Thank you 2Before!

    We are supported by 2Before, a powerful sports supplement made from New Zealand Blackcurrants designed to increase endurance, manage inflammation, support immunity, and promote adaptation. 2Before helps to boost performance by increasing blood flow, making it more efficient for the body to pump oxygenated nutrient-rich blood into the muscles.

    So, if you want to try to boost your performance and immune system, use code JASON for 30% off 20 packs and multi-serve packs at 2Before.com.

    Thank you to 2Before for supporting Strength Running!

    Thanks to 2XU!

    If you haven't tried 2XU technical compression gear, you're missing out. 2XU has been the world leader in performance compression for 20 years, helping runners feel better and recover faster with compression gear that's backed by scientific evidence. Their graduated compression gear is engineered to improve blood flow and performance while speeding recovery.

    Knowing that their gear is engineered for runners by runners and backed by research makes me absolutely love 2XU. Go to 2xu.com and use code "JASON" in all caps to get 20% off sitewide, except clearance items or wetsuits.
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    55 mins
  • Marathon Improvement Masterclass: How Brian Plans to BQ This Year as a Master

    Marathon Improvement Masterclass: How Brian Plans to BQ This Year as a Master
    Feb 20 2025
    Team Strength Running combines coaching with community to help runners work toward all sorts of goals. Team member Brian came on the show to share about his running journey and goal to qualify for the Boston Marathon. I gave him some steps to take to make his dream a reality, and thought you’d also benefit from hearing a recording of a live coaching call. We talk about: How speed work helped Brian in recent improvements"The season before the season"Training and pacing strategy for a REVEL MarathonUsing middle-distance races to build toward a fast marathonSmall shifts to Brian's training that will make a big impactRace fueling and recovery fuel Send a link to this episode to a friend who wants a BQ. Links & Resources from the Show: Join Team Strength Running! Thanks to Ketone-IQ! Ketone-IQ increases the levels of ketones in your blood - and raised blood ketone levels do increase focus and alertness, which is why I take a shot before every podcast recording and have for almost two years even before their sponsorship. I feel dialed in and quick for these high-stakes conversations. There’s also promising research - and loads of anecdotal evidence - that ketone supplementation can help with recovery if taken post-exercise. I know some of the best ultra runners in the world, Boston Marathon champ Des Linden, and the pro cycling team that won the TdF in 2022 and 2023 all take ketones post-race to aid recovery. Go to Ketone.com/strengthrunning to save 30% on your first subscription and receive a free 6-pack of Ketone-IQ and try for yourself today. Thank you Previnex! After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I’m cautiously changing my tune. I’m now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I’m optimizing for longevity. I want to be my healthiest self for as long as possible and I’m excited to partner with Previnex to make that happen. Previnex uses the most bioavailable, clinically tested ingredients, the optimal form and dose of each ingredient, pharmaceutical grade manufacturing, testing of raw ingredients and finished products. For every purchase you make, they also donate vitamins to kids in need. Their new Muscle Health Plus is something I'm now taking. Turning 40 - and having a thin frame - has made me realize that I need to prioritize lean muscle mass to stay healthy and age well. Muscle Health Plus has creatine, essential and branched chain amino acids, and it's designed in a way to maximize protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids. Muscle Health Plus will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover faster after hard workouts. As is true for all of their products, Previnex adheres to the highest of standards: their ingredients are clinically proven to do what they say they’re going to do. Previnex offers a 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't feel the benefits of their product, you get your money back no questions asked. With their focus on quality and customer satisfaction, I hope you’ll try it! Use code jason15 for 15% off your first order at Previnex! Thank you DrinkLMNT! A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at DrinkLMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. DrinkLMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. If you’re not familiar, LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. They make electrolytes for athletes and low-carb folks with no Sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. I’m now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They’re the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out DrinkLMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.
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    57 mins
  • How to Build Endurance: Jason Answers All Your Endurance Training Questions

    How to Build Endurance: Jason Answers All Your Endurance Training Questions
    Feb 17 2025

    There's a lot of confusing info on the internet when it comes to building endurance.

    Let's get you the knowledge you need to set you up for a strong, injury-free year. Listen to get answers to these questions:

    • How do I build endurance?
    • How should I deal with a persistently high heart rate?
    • After taking a recovery or down week, can you jump back up to the weekly mileage level that you were at before or should it be more gradual?
    • How do I figure out my easy running pace?
    • Will low HR training help you run faster?
    • Why should I be running in Zone 2? How do you know if Zone 2 is too slow?

    Send this episode to a friend who has a big running goal this year.

    Links & Resources from the Show:

    • Make sure you're subscribed to the StrengthRunning YouTube channel.
    • Hear from 9 pro runners on how they stay running healthy, happy, and injury-free.

    Thank you Gut & Green!

    Previnex’s new Gut & Green Superfoods powder is my new go-to. It has organic barley and oat grass, alfalfa, spirulina, chlorella, kale and broccoli… and that's it. Their ingredients are backed by clinical data and contain three specific gut fibers that help promote GI health, digestion, reduced inflammation, and a better microbiome.

    And, best of all, it actually tastes good. Try it for yourself here at previnex.com and be sure to use code “JASONGREENS” to save 15% off your first order. Don’t tell anyone, but if you put Gut & Green Superfoods powder in your cart, then the 15% off discount will work for anything else you add into your cart as well. Thanks Gut & Green!

    Thank you DrinkLMNT!

    A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at DrinkLMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best.

    DrinkLMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day.

    If you’re not familiar, LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. They make electrolytes for athletes and low-carb folks with no Sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. I’m now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff.

    Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They’re the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out DrinkLMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.
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    35 mins
  • Unfiltered with Jon Levitt: Goal Races, Secret Projects, and Favorite New Toys

    Unfiltered with Jon Levitt: Goal Races, Secret Projects, and Favorite New Toys
    Feb 13 2025

    Get your fill of running news, exciting gear, and race thoughts on another Unfiltered episode with Jon Levitt!

    Jon is a sub-3 marathoner, cyclist, and podcast host from Boston now living in Boulder. He hosts For The Long Run Podcast, aimed at understanding what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated.

    We talk about:

    • Jon’s training, a new injury, and his upcoming race
    • New partnerships and what's coming up in the running world
    • Getting involved with innovative new company Avelo to help runners reduce injury risk and improve performance
    • New gear we're excited about

    Got a suggestion on what you'd like to hear on a future Unfiltered episode? Leave a comment on Instagram!

    Links & Resources from the Show:

    • Jon on Instagram
    • For The Long Run Podcast on Instagram
    • Injury prone? Download our free Little Black Book of Recovery & Prevention featuring 9 pro runners and their strategies for recovering and staying healthy.

    Thanks to 2Before!

    If you haven't tried 2XU technical compression gear, you're missing out. 2XU has been the world leader in performance compression for 20 years, helping runners feel better and recover faster with compression gear that's backed by scientific evidence. Their graduated compression gear is engineered to improve blood flow and performance while speeding recovery.

    Knowing that their gear is engineered for runners by runners and backed by research makes me absolutely love 2XU. Go to 2xu.com and use code "JASON" in all caps to get 20% off sitewide, except clearance items or wetsuits.

    Thanks to Previnex!

    After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I’m cautiously changing my tune. I’m now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I’m optimizing for longevity. I want to be my healthiest self for as long as possible and I’m excited to partner with Previnex to make that happen.

    Previnex uses the most bioavailable, clinically tested ingredients, the optimal form and dose of each ingredient, pharmaceutical grade manufacturing, testing of raw ingredients and finished products. For every purchase you make, they also donate vitamins to kids in need.

    Their new Muscle Health Plus is something I'm now taking. Turning 40 - and having a thin frame - has made me realize that I need to prioritize lean muscle mass to stay healthy and age well. Muscle Health Plus has creatine, essential and branched chain amino acids, and it's designed in a way to maximize protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids.

    Muscle Health Plus will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover faster after hard workouts. As is true for all of their products, Previnex adheres to the highest of standards: their ingredients are clinically proven to do what they say they’re going to do.

    They’re now offering international shipping so if you live in the UK, Canada, Australia, or anywhere around the world, you can try Previnex as well.

    Previnex offers a 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't feel the benefits of their product, you get your money back no questions asked. With their focus on quality and customer satisfaction, I hope you’ll try it!

    Use code jason15 for 15% off your first order at Previnex!
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    57 mins
  • Ranking the Best Injury Prevention Strategies with Kate Edwards, DPT

    Ranking the Best Injury Prevention Strategies with Kate Edwards, DPT
    Feb 6 2025
    Are the injury prevention tools you’re using truly helping, or are they a waste of time? Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards, PT, DPT, OCS, is a board-certified orthopedic specialist, author, and renowned running medicine physical therapist with over 15 years of experience in orthopedics and sports medicine. As the owner of Precision Performance and Physical Therapy in Atlanta, GA, and founder of Fast Bananas RUNsource, she is dedicated to helping runners—from recreational athletes to Olympians—prevent injuries, recover effectively, and achieve peak performance. We talk about: How strength training, sleep, and nutrition prevent injuriesTips for better sleep at home and travelingProper physical and mental restBenefits of cold plunges, contrast therapy, and massageCross-training tips to prevent injuryWhat runners do for injury prevention that doesn’t truly help If you have a friend who's always struggling with injuries, send them a link to this episode. Links & Resources from the Show: Kate on InstagramKate’s book, Racing Heart: A Runners Journey of Love, Loss and PerseverancePrecision Performance on InstagramRUNsource app on Apple and on Google PlayRUNsource on InstagramGet the free Little Black Book of Recovery and Prevention. Thanks to Ketone-IQ! Ketone-IQ increases the levels of ketones in your blood - and raised blood ketone levels do increase focus and alertness, which is why I take a shot before every podcast recording and have for almost two years even before their sponsorship. I feel dialed in and quick for these high-stakes conversations. There’s also promising research - and loads of anecdotal evidence - that ketone supplementation can help with recovery if taken post-exercise. I know some of the best ultra runners in the world, Boston Marathon champ Des Linden, and the pro cycling team that won the TdF in 2022 and 2023 all take ketones post-race to aid recovery. Go to Ketone.com/strengthrunning to save 30% on your first subscription and receive a free 6-pack of Ketone-IQ and try for yourself today. Thanks to 2XU! If you haven't tried 2XU technical compression gear, you're missing out. 2XU has been the world leader in performance compression for 20 years, helping runners feel better and recover faster with compression gear that's backed by scientific evidence. Their graduated compression gear is engineered to improve blood flow and performance while speeding recovery. Knowing that their gear is engineered for runners by runners and backed by research makes me absolutely love 2XU. Go to 2xu.com and use code "JASON" in all caps to get 20% off sitewide, except clearance items or wetsuits. Thank you DrinkLMNT! A big thanks to DrinkLMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at DrinkLMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You’ll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. DrinkLMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. If you’re not familiar, LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. They make electrolytes for athletes and low-carb folks with no Sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. I’m now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They’re the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out DrinkLMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Olympic Coach Stuart McMillan on Sprinting, Running Form, and Drills to Improve Technique

    Olympic Coach Stuart McMillan on Sprinting, Running Form, and Drills to Improve Technique
    Jan 30 2025

    What can endurance runners learn from sprinting about running form, technique, and mechanics?

    Stuart McMillan is an Olympic Sprint Coach who’s coached more than 70 Olympians over 9 Olympic Games and over 30 medals won.

    As the CEO of ALTIS, an elite training environment and global leader of education in sport performance, Stu’s an absolute legend in the world of elite sprint performance.

    We talk about:

    • Differences between sprinting and endurance running mechanics
    • Technical difference in running form
    • How endurance runners can improve form
    • A holistic approach to training and progressive overload
    • Suggested weight training exercises
    • Exploring adaptation as an athlete

    Send this to a friend who wants to get faster in 2025.

    Links & Resources from the Show:

    • Stu on Instagram
    • ALTIS on Instagram
    • ALTIS website
    • Build power, coordination, and speed with this free email course.

    Thanks to Previnex!

    After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I’m cautiously changing my tune. I’m now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I’m optimizing for longevity. I want to be my healthiest self for as long as possible and I’m excited to partner with Previnex to make that happen.

    Previnex uses the most bioavailable, clinically tested ingredients, the optimal form and dose of each ingredient, pharmaceutical grade manufacturing, testing of raw ingredients and finished products. For every purchase you make, they also donate vitamins to kids in need.

    Their new Muscle Health Plus is something I'm now taking. Turning 40 - and having a thin frame - has made me realize that I need to prioritize lean muscle mass to stay healthy and age well. Muscle Health Plus has creatine, essential and branched chain amino acids, and it's designed in a way to maximize protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids.

    Muscle Health Plus will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover faster after hard workouts. As is true for all of their products, Previnex adheres to the highest of standards: their ingredients are clinically proven to do what they say they’re going to do.

    They’re now offering international shipping so if you live in the UK, Canada, Australia, or anywhere around the world, you can try Previnex as well.

    Previnex offers a 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't feel the benefits of their product, you get your money back no questions asked. With their focus on quality and customer satisfaction, I hope you’ll try it!

    Use code jason15 for 15% off your first order at Previnex!

    Thanks to 2XU!

    If you haven't tried 2XU technical compression gear, you're missing out. 2XU has been the world leader in performance compression for 20 years, helping runners feel better and recover faster with compression gear that's backed by scientific evidence. Their graduated compression gear is engineered to improve blood flow and performance while speeding recovery.

    Knowing that their gear is engineered for runners by runners and backed by research makes me absolutely love 2XU. Go to 2xu.com and use code "JASON" in all caps to get 20% off sitewide, except clearance items or wetsuits.
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    1 hr and 5 mins