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Did Matt Choi deserve to be disqualified at Texas 70.3? In this episode, we break down the latest race controversy, dive into the wild and grueling world of The Speed Project, and talk about the realities of tackling race day logistics on your own. SUPPORT THE SHOW Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.... Spotify: https://open.spotify.c.... ABOUT THIS EPISODE The PR Project crew is back to talk shop about the latest drama and adventures in the world of running. We get right into the controversy surrounding fitness influencer Matt Choi being DQ'd at the Ironman 70.3 in Texas, debating the rules, course etiquette, and the impact on the sport. Then, Tommie shares his unforgettable stories from The Speed Project, the unsanctioned, ultra-grueling relay race from LA to Las Vegas that blurs the lines between road racing and trail running. Whether you are training for a major marathon or hitting local routes, we also break down the nitty-gritty of planning race logistics and what it takes mentally to run a race completely solo. Plus, we discuss the Nike Structure Plus, how to stay authentic with your content, what to do when you are trapped by a "hardcore yapper," and we wrap it all up with our highly anticipated Shoe of the Month! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - How Many Friends Do You Actually Have? 04:36 - Nike Structure Plus and Making Content True to You 08:59 - Tommie Talks The Speed Project 22:50 - How Do You Plan Race Logistics? 32:00 - Running A Race By Yourself 36:13 - Matt Choi DQ’d at Texas 70.3 50:40 - Trapped By A Hardcore Yapper 55:02 - Shoe Of The Month

00:00 - Introduction 01:45 - Tommie's Big Alta 100k Recap 07:58 - Diversity In Trail Running 13:48 - Does The Beauty of the Trail Fade as the Race Gets Tough? 17:52 - What Field Events Would You Do Good/Bad In? 24:40 - What Would You Hallucinate About When Exhausted? 30:01 - What Foods Do You Crave When Training Hardest? 34:03 - USATF Allows Additional USA Women To Compete at World Half Marathon Championships 37:25 - London Marathon Explores Expansion to 2-Day Event 41:56 - Emma Bates vs. UCAN, Dropped Sponsorship for Being Pregnant?

00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Sidebar About Infomercials 03:53 - Harnessing Collective Race Energy 09:44 - LA Marathon Weekend Recap 18:45 - Nathan Martin's Shocking Comeback Win 26:10 - How Do You Chose Running Routes When Out Of Town? 34:04 - Charity Involvement In Marathon Weekends 39:45 - LA Marathon Providing Medals to Runners That DNF at Mile 18 48:28 - Is Running The Ultimate Convo Hack? 54:00 - Are We In A Golden Era of Running Shoes?

Join Tommie Runz, Aaron, and Gary as they explore the nuances of running culture, industry beefs, race strategies, and the impact of technology in races. This lively episode covers everything from animal encounters to race day tactics, offering insights for runners and enthusiasts alike.

Welcome to the relaunch of the relaunch! We talked about treadmills, Valencia Marathon, stealing content, running meets politics and more!

Welcome to the RELAUNCH of the PR Project podcast! Tommie and Aaron launched the show without Gary this time, because he was off being a responsible adult! During the show they discussed the relaunch of the show, reflecting on its evolution and the importance of community in the running world. Shared personal experiences related to health and recovery, the role of wearables in training, and the impact of influencer culture on the running community. The conversation emphasizes the need for balance in training, the significance of recovery, and the value of authentic storytelling in content creation. In this conversation, they discuss the evolving landscape of influencer marketing, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and authenticity over mere algorithm-driven content creation. They highlight the role of brands in supporting genuine narratives and the need for influencers to connect with their audiences on a deeper level. The discussion also touches on the value of smaller races in the running community and the importance of intentionality in both personal and professional engagements. Chapters 00:00 Relaunching the PR Project Podcast 03:07 Evolution of the PR Project 05:51 Building a Community Through Podcasting 09:03 Travel Tales and Airline Grievances 12:02 Health and Recovery in Running 17:49 The Role of Wearables in Training 23:53 Influencer Culture in Running 29:42 Influencer Strategies and Content Creation 32:57 The Importance of Storytelling in Influencing 35:46 The Role of Brands in Influencer Marketing 39:39 The Need for Authenticity in Influencer Content 43:26 Balancing Fun and Meaningful Content 49:43 Intentionality in Influencer Engagement 51:31 The Value of Smaller Races in Running Community

YOOOOOO Summer of Speed is here! Shoutout to PUMA Running for coming back on board for another summer of focusing on finding our speed! 12 weeks. 12 pairs of Deviate Nitro 3. 12 lucky winners!!! In order to win … must be part of the PR Project Summer of Speed Strava Club! https://strava.app.link/v1ec2ebRVTb

Had fun as usual! Tap in with questions and topics you’d like us to cover!

Our first non live episode recording!!! We had fun recording all in one place instead of the zoom call look and feel! Hope you enjoy!!! Please tap in with us for suggestions and questions!!!

After 110 episodes we decided we wanted to lean into the production for both visual and audio to amplify those experiences! We hope you enjoy the next phase of the PR Project! On this last YouTube Live we chatted about our favorite moments and more!

Boston Weekend plans for Tommie Aaron’s Double Up - Philly Half and Martian Invasion Half Gary and Aaron are related?!?

Aaron and Gary cleared the floor to chat with Tommie about all things TSP (The Speed Project)…OG Route - 340 Miles, adidas, Release Recovery Foundation and more! Donation Link https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/tommie-runz?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafaeDK2VURLAcKAl0B4njhKC3wvJc3JktP_zUkUZDJrXcvGET3VKXCbPTHSEQ_aem_gMxedLPZhgEIn8-ZWcFjQQ This episode is sponsored by: Sur Nutrition www.sur.co For 15% off use code "PRPROJECT" at checkout!! Also give them a follow on IG https://www.instagram.com/surphyto? igsh=M3RscnlvbjRrc2xn Analytics Comments

Tommie finally announced why he was running so many miles and spoiler alert…he wasn’t preparing for zombie apocalypse or alien invasion. Talked about TSP, Release Recovery, Gary’s Eugene prep and Aaron’s ramp up to Philly Half. This episode is sponsored by: Sur Nutrition www.sur.co For 15% off use code “PRPROJECT” at checkout!! Also give them a follow on IG https://www.instagram.com/surphyto?igsh=M3RscnlvbjRrc2xn

A big weekend for the crew! We all had separate missions to accomplish this weekend and seems like we all nailed it! We also announced we have a new sponsor of the show. Sur Nutrition www.sur.co For 15% off use code “PRPROJECT” at checkout!! Also give them a follow on IG https://www.instagram.com/surphyto?igsh=M3RscnlvbjRrc2xn

We are so excited about Eugene Marathon and to discuss our special guest Keira D’Amato, chatted about daily trainers and more.