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Podcast: THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST
Episode: He Was “The Future” at 18—Here’s How He Actually Got There at 28: Consistency, Parents as Coaches, and a Purpose-First Reset
Description: What does it mean to be a prodigy who has to start over? Drew Hunter knows. Once hailed as the future of American distance running (he was the high school phenom who turned pro at 18 instead of going to college), his path has been anything but straightforward. The early years brought headlines and expectations, but also injuries, setbacks, and the sobering reality that talent alone doesn’t guarantee success.After years of stop-and-start progress and searching for the right formula, Drew has redef...