Episode 026: Fall Updates, Finding Balance and World Champs Takeaways

Episode 027: Mark Huizar’s 2:14:45 OTQ: Full CIM Race Breakdown

Mark Huizar breaks down his 2:14:45 Olympic Trials Qualifier at CIM, revealing exactly how he punched his ticket to the 2028 Games while balancing a full-time job. We deep dive into his specific race strategy, covering how to run perfect tangents, the most efficient method for energy conservation, and why an "unimpressive" training build was the secret to his breakthrough. Mark shares the mental frameworks he used to stay "cautiously optimistic" through mile 20 and the emotional reality of finally achieving a career goal after nine years of grinding. Whether you're chasing an OTQ or a personal best, this episode offers a masterclass in patience, fueling, and elite race-day execution.   Timestamp Chapters 0:00 Olympic Marathon Qualifiers Discuss Podcasting and Running Journeys 0:11 Intro HELLO 4:07 Mental Preparation, “Cautious Optimism” 10:03 Race weekend and race morning prep 13:54 Race Execution, Strategy, Pacing, and being Efficient 21:52 Balancing Effort and Energy on a Hilly Race Course 24:49 Managing Muscular Fatigue   29:33 Bottle Trouble at Mile 23 33:14 Staying Motivated Over The Years of Ups and Downs 37:24 Extreme Validation, Final Achieving a long held goal, soaking in the accomplishment 41:31 Shoutout to all the people on this long journey    44:41 Getting it right on the day, the unpredictable factors 49:32 Training leading up to CIM 58:00 What is next on the racing calendar for Mark and Phil?   Follow us on: Instagram Phil: @lane.one.run Mark: @markanthony015   Lane One Bangerz Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670 [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f [https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f] Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780 [https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780] Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682 [https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682]   #MarathonTraining, #CIM, #OlympicTrials, #OTQ, #RunningPodcast, #DistanceRunning, #RaceStrategy, #RunningCommunity, #MarathonRunner, #RunLife, #RunChat, #RunnersOfInstagram, #MarathonTrainingTips, #EliteRunning, #RunningMotivation, #TrackAndField, #running

Episode 026: Fall Updates, Finding Balance and World Champs Takeaways

Phil and Mark are back to talk running, starting with Mark's big move to Denver and how they juggle training with real life. They break down their recent fall racing experiences (Twin Cities 10M!) and dive deep into their California International Marathon (CIM) prep including bottle service vs stashing gels. Finally, they recap the Tokyo World Champs, naming their biggest winners and losers, and declaring who they think is currently the best runner in the world.   Timestamps: 00:10 Intro 0:35 Halloween 1:38 Mark’s Arrival in Denver 5:59 Diet, sleep, and lifestyle while training 13:38 Mark raced the Twin Cities 10 miler 19:43 Phil’s recent racing and fall plans 24:08 Work/life/running balance 28:26 Mark prepares for California Int. Marathon 30:00 VIP Bottles vs. Stashing Gels 34:05 World Champs Recap 34:29 Phil’s Biggest Winners and Losers 37:10 Mark’s Biggest Winners and Losers 44:02 Cole is the best runner in the world Follow us on: Instagram Phil: @lane.one.run Mark: @markanthony015   Lane One Bangerz Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670 [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f [https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f]   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358]   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780 [https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780]   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682 [https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682]   #marathon #halfmarathon #crosscountry #trackandfield #trailrunning #5k #10k #runningshoes #runninggear #runningtips #endurancerunning #sprinting #longdistancerunning #intervaltraining #roadracing #pacesetting #hillrunning #racenutrition #racepreparation #runnershigh #olympics    marathon, halfmarathon, crosscountry, trackandfield, trailrunning, 5k, 10k, runningshoes, runninggear, runningtips, endurancerunning, sprinting, longdistancerunning, intervaltraining, roadracing, pacesetting, hillrunning, racenutrition, racepreparation, runnershigh, olympics, 2024olympics, 2024USAOlympicTrialsTrackandField, 2024OlympicTrials, 2024ParisOlympics, HaywardField, Eugene, Oregon, middledistance, GoldMedal, RoadtoParis2024

Episode 025: 2025 USATF Outdoor Champs Preview, Men's Distance Races (Lane One Talk Show)

Phil and Mark are back in Lane One with a deep dive into the distance races at the upcoming USATF Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Oregon. From the tactics of the 800m to the drama of the 10000m, they break down the men’s distance fields and make their predictions for who will punch their ticket to Worlds. Tune in for sharp analysis, bold picks, and a few surprises as they preview the 800m, 1500m, 5000m, and 10000m battles at Hayward Field.   Timestamps: 00:36 Our recent backpacking trip 8:50 Mark’s Updates 12:13 Phil’s updates 16:23 Men’s 10,000m Preview 28:31 Men’s 5,000m Preview 43:47 Men’s 1500m Preview 56:49 Men’s 800m Preview   Follow us on: Instagram Phil: @lane.one.run Mark: @markanthony015   Lane One Bangerz Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670 [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f [https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f] Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780 [https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780] Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682 [https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682]   #marathon #halfmarathon #crosscountry #trackandfield #trailrunning #5k #10k #runningshoes #runninggear #runningtips #endurancerunning #sprinting #longdistancerunning #intervaltraining #roadracing #pacesetting #hillrunning #racenutrition #racepreparation #runnershigh #olympics

Episode 024: Flagstaff Running Camp and Message Board Warriors

On Episode 24 of the Lane One Talk Show, Phil and Mark dive deep into the running world. Mark kicks things off, sharing his experiences from a three-week altitude training camp in Flagstaff, Arizona, detailing his training and observations on the elite distance running culture. In the second half, the hosts shift gears to discuss some of the most talked-about topics currently making waves on the popular running website, Letsrun.com, and its lively message board.   Timestamps: 00:20 Hogan Performance, Phil’s new coaching endeavor 04:25 Things that went well in Flagstaff 23:11 Things that were surprising in Flag 37:34 Message Boards!!   Follow us on: Instagram Phil: @lane.one.run Mark: @markanthony015 Lane One Bangerz Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670 [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f [https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f]   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358]   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780 [https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780]   Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682 [https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682]   #marathon #halfmarathon #crosscountry #trackandfield #trailrunning #5k #10k #runningshoes #runninggear #runningtips #endurancerunning #sprinting #longdistancerunning #intervaltraining #roadracing #pacesetting #hillrunning #racenutrition #racepreparation #runnershigh #olympics

Episode 023: Running Trends and Fads, Overrated or Underrated?!?

Timestamps below! On this episode of the Lane One Talk Show, Phil and Mark tackle the most popular running trends and fads! We're diving into controversial topics like sodium bicarbonate for lactate buffering – is the performance boost worth the potential gastrointestinal distress? From fad footwear to the infamous double threshy, we share our unfiltered opinions on what's worth trying. Timstamps: 00:17 Intro hello Welcome! 1:57 Background 3:18 Double Threshold 9:03 Lactate testing 15:05 Sodium Bicarbonate 23:08 Carbon plated Super Shoes 28:25 run clubs 32:35 Caffeinated gels 37:16 Breathe Right Strips 40:34 Arms Sleeves 44:35 Compression socks 48:35 Running vacations 55:05 Wrap up Follow us on: Instagram Phil: @lane.one.run Mark: @markanthony015 Lane One Bangerz Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xs5WpVtTLYiPiOIWHtWKB?si=be33b6b913374670 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69KPMyywS1iIbvsE3K6QSq?si=c13e4dda7eb54a7f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lane-one-talk-show/id1719495358 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laneone1780 Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-awqhm-108a682 #marathon #halfmarathon #crosscountry #trackandfield #trailrunning #5k #10k #runningshoes #runninggear #runningtips #endurancerunning #sprinting #longdistancerunning #intervaltraining #roadracing #pacesetting #hillrunning #racenutrition #racepreparation #runnershigh #olympics