Barkley Marathon 2025: NO ONE Finished?! + De-Influencing the Grind in Running & Hobit Half Marathon Tangents| Chapter Athletic Running Podcast

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April 22, 202531 min
Running

Barkley Marathon 2025: NO ONE Finished?! + De-Influencing the Grind in Running & Hobit Half Marathon Tangents| Chapter Athletic Running Podcast

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The Chapter Athletic Running Podcast is back for another episode! This week, Zoe, Laz, and Darcy tackle the biggest headlines and running culture topics.

First, we dissect the brutal Barkley Marathon 2025 where, shockingly, NO ONE crossed the finish line! What made it so impossible this year?Then, we're challenging the "grind" mentality in running. Is pushing harder always better? We discuss the importance of rest, recovery, and listening to your body. It's time to de-influence the pressure to constantly "carry the logs" and embrace a more balanced approach.Plus, we briefly touch on hydration strategies fo...