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58. Racing with a Twist: Beer Miles and the Culture of Fun Runs"

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Lifting, Running and Living with Kelly and JK
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Aug 15, 2025
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Summary

In episode 58 of 'Lifting, Running, and Living,' hosts Kelly and JK cover various topics including Kelly's recent 1.2-mile race and the best sports photographer Dave Albo. JK highlights his guest appearance on the 'Far From Perfect' podcast where he delved into advanced training and six-week programs. The main topic revolves around the beer mile, with insights into its history, world records, and its treatment as a competitive sport. They also explore whether such events challenge gender norms in sports and discuss the broader theme of themed races and their appeal. The conversation wraps up with reflecting on competitiveness in women's sports and societal perceptions. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff 00:28 Kelly's Race Recap 02:42 Running Reflections and Experiences 04:48 Shoutout to the Photographer 06:14 Advanced Training Discussion 13:38 Beer Mile Championships 28:14 Discussing Gender Stereotypes in Drinking Events 30:39 Comparing Themed Runs and Competitive Races 34:36 Personal Experiences with Themed Races 39:31 Gender Dynamics in Sports and Competitiveness 45:22 Reflections on Gender Bias in Professional Settings 53:19 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information Links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-concept-of-advanced-training-with-jk-mcleod/id1497574963?i=1000721223255 Follow the pod at ⁠⁠⁠@liftingrunninglivingpod⁠⁠⁠ Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Follow JK at ⁠⁠@coachjkmcleod⁠⁠ Follow Kelly at ⁠⁠⁠@runningklutz ⁠