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📈 Rachel's Injury Update, Jess McClain’s Huge Falmouth Performance + Who's In Our Dream Long Run Groups?
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Aug 19, 20261:02:45
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In today's episode, Rachel shares an update on her injury recovery, including her latest PT progression, hopping exercises and the possibility of finally returning to running later this month! The trio also talks about the joy of introducing young runners to the sport, their own first memories of loving running, and why running can create some of the deepest friendships.
Plus, Karen shares her Tokyo Marathon lottery disappointment and a promising progression run, the Chicks react to Jess McClain’s Falmouth Road Race performance, and they debate their dream races around the world. The episode also features an update on Molly the hamster’s incredible mileage, each of their dream long run groups, and answer a listener question about what runners should expect to pay for a coach.
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Rachel: Nike Pegasus 41
Megan: Nike Metcon 10
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"📈 Rachel's Injury Update, Jess McClain’s Huge Falmouth Performance + Who's In Our Dream Long Run Groups?" is an episode of Getting Chicked. Runtime 1 hr 2 min. Published August 19, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
