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Podcast: The ZenRUN Podcast
Episode: Episode 460 - Darlene Dale: Mindset, Ice, and the Final Countdown to Delirious West
Description: In her final check-in before the big event, Darlene Dale shares her honest, grounded perspective on what it takes to show up for a 200-miler when things aren’t going perfectly. With plantar fasciitis still lingering, Darlene has shifted from chasing a PB to simply focusing on finishing strong and smart.
She talks through her adjusted taper strategy, the role her husband and crew chief Shannon plays in their now well-oiled setup, and her top priority at aid stations: ICE! From cold water in her insulated bladder to avoiding long stops, Darlene’s race plan is about mana...