HANG WITH Callum Elson - The Distance Running Project

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In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, founder Matt hosts Callum Elson, a distinguished distance runner, coach, and content creator. Callum reflects on his remarkable progress in the past year, including breaking personal records and overcoming a severe injury at the World Indoor Championships. The discussion extends to broader topics like the role of British Athletics in the selection process, forecasts for upcoming Olympic events, and innovative changes in the sport. Callum also talks about the future of track and field with the introduction of privately managed events such as Diamond League and Grand Slam meets. Additionally, he sheds light on his projects, including 'The Distance Project' on social media platforms, where he shares inspiring athlete stories. The episode wraps up with Callum emphasizing the significance of Strava as a motivational training tool.

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• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
• 00:14 Callum Elson's Athletic Achievements
• 00:58 Challenges and Injuries
• 01:48 Sponsorship and Endorsements
• 03:36 Callum's Training and Improvement
• 10:23 Strength Training Insights
• 13:52 The Injury and Recovery Journey
• 22:51 Cross Training and Future Goals
• 27:27 Mental Resilience and Cross Training Benefits
• 31:19 Balancing Running with Other Ventures
• 31:55 Sponsorship and Endorsements
• 33:09 Podcasting and Content Creation
• 42:22 Olympic Predictions and Insights
• 46:43 British Athletics Selection Controversy
• 54:52 Future of Athletics and Personal Goals
• 57:52 Where to Follow and Final Thoughts