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#149 Zouhair Talbi: The training that made him a 2:03 marathoner (and some insight into Suunto and Asics)

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Episode #149 Zouhair Talbi: The training that made him a 2:03 marathoner (and some insight into Suunto and Asics)

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On this episode of The Marathon Podcast, Zouhair Talbi is a guest. He ran an incredible Boston Marathon, placing fifth and becoming best American. We talked about his performance, his training and being a dad.

We also touched on new tech from Suunto and Asics!

Time stamps:

00:00 – Host Introduces Zouhair Talbi and Boston Marathon Performance

03:15 – Zouhair Reflects on His Boston Marathon Performance and Evolution

06:43 – Zouhair's Unexpected Path from Soccer to Elite Running

13:20 – Why Zouhair Moved to the US for Running and Education

16:47 – Zouhair Shares His Secrets to Elite Marathon Performance

21:29 – How Zouhair Balances Being a Dad with Elite Marathon Training

28:03 – Inside Zouhair Talbi's High-Volume, High-Altitude Training Week

36:16 – The Role of Consistency and Breaks in Zouhair's Progress

43:38 – Zouhair's Insights on Suunto Watches and ASICS Prototype Shoes

52:33 – Host Concludes Interview and Previews Upcoming Episodes

Full video + the Boston 2025 documentary: https://www.youtube.com/@Warwickruns

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