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Podcast: The ZenRUN Podcast
Episode: Episode 445 - Delirious Athlete Check In 5 - Darlene Dale: Overcoming Setbacks, Staying Smart, and the Final Push to Delirious West
Description: In this fifth check-in, Darlene Dale shares the highs and lows of her training journey leading up to the Delirious West 200-miler. From managing plantar fasciitis to taking an unexpected detour—straight into a fence on a bike ride—Darlene has faced her fair share of challenges. But despite it all, she’s keeping her spirits high and staying focused on smart training and recovery.
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Darlene reflects on how she’s adapted her training to heart rate-based running, the importance of listening to her body, and how her meticulous aid station planning will help her stay effi...