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🌴 Running On Vacation, Strava Etiquette, Swimming As Cross Training + Racing A Half During A Marathon Build?
Getting Chicked›
Aug 13, 20261:09:21
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In today's episode, Karen, Megan, and Rachel cover running on vacation when you're the only one training, swimming as cross training, Strava etiquette, how to approach racing a half during marathon training, and lots more.
Megan also opens up about her past struggles with nutrition and fueling, how her relationship with food changed after college, what helped her find a healthier approach, and the advice she has for listeners.
The Chicks also share their thoughts on the new stroller mile world record, break down Molly the hamster's viral Strava mileage, and give a few shoe recs.
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Rachel: Birkenstock Arizona EVA Essentials
Megan: Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
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"🌴 Running On Vacation, Strava Etiquette, Swimming As Cross Training + Racing A Half During A Marathon Build?" is an episode of Getting Chicked. Runtime 1 hr 9 min. Published August 13, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
