Sarah Gearhart on 'We Share the Sun' and Kenya's Elite Runners

In this podcast episode, Sarah Gearhart, author of 'We Share the Sun', discusses her time in Kenya profiling elite runners and the acclaimed running coach, Patrick Tsang. Throughout the conversation, Sarah delves into various aspects of Kenyan running culture, the significance of the food known as UGALI in the runner's diet, and her personal experience in training with the athletes. Sarah discusses how Patrick's unique coaching approach has sculpted world-class runners like Elliot Kipchoge, focusing on overall character development rather than just athletic performance. Sarah also reflects on her unique experiences, observations, and the challenges faced while conducting research for her book during the Covid-19 pandemic.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:09 Understanding Oogali and its Role in Kenyan Running
00:44 Sarah's Journey to Kenya
01:23 The Story of Patrick Tsang: A Renowned Kenyan Running Coach
01:46 Sarah's Journey to Writing a Book about East African Runners
02:33 Sarah's Personal Connection to Running and Kenya
04:37 Challenges of Researching and Writing a Book during a Pandemic
07:22 Cultural Differences between New York City and Kenya
12:31 The Impact of Patrick Tsang's Coaching Philosophy
33:28 The Relationship between Patrick Tsang and Elliot Kipchoge
36:07 The Definition of Success in Patrick Tsang's Perspective
37:52 The Influence of Patrick Tsang's Coaching on Other Athletes
41:23 The Impact of Sarah's Book on Readers

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Join us for a transformative journey as we sit down with Martinus Evans. 

After a life-altering doctor's ultimatum, Martinus was determined to create a space for himself in the running community. Discover how Martinus is redefining what it means to be a runner and empowering individuals of all sizes and abilities to embrace the joy of running. This episode is a powerful reminder that running is for everyone, no matter where you start (or finish).

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Check out his book and club

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Emily Pifer is the talented author of "The Running Body," a book that offers a unique perspective on the sport we love.

Emily takes us on a thought-provoking exploration of her journey, the complexities of the human body, and the enduring allure of running. Join us for a discussion that intersects sports, psychology, and personal transformation.

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Her personal website: https://emilypifer.com/
Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilydpifer/
Get her book, "The Running Body": https://www.amazon.com/Running-Body-Memoir-Autumn-Nonfiction/dp/1637680546

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Gareth Sandford holds a PhD in sport physiology and running performance from the Sport Performance Research Institute at AUT University in New Zealand. He's also worked for 13+ years across 18 individual and team sports within three Olympic and Paralympic systems (UK, New Zealand and Canada) and three professional sports leagues (English Football, Cricket and Rugby), and collaborated extensively within four additional Olympic sport systems (USA, Australia, Netherlands, Belgium). But that's not why we wanted him as a guest... Gareth's focus on education ensures everyone can grasp the complexities of training and competition, making this episode a must-listen for athletes and coaches seeking excellence.

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In this episode of the 80/20 Endurance Podcast, we venture into the dynamic world of human performance with a remarkable guest, Sian Allen. As a distinguished Human Performance Researcher, Sian is known for her exceptional ability to blend data, science, technology, and art to unlock the secrets of human achievement.

Connect with Sian: https://twitter.com/DrSianAllen

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