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Ever wonder what it’s like to spend a day in the shoes of an elite marathoner?

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(Well, not in their shoes, literally–they need their shoes.)

and shared some great stories.

How cute is she?

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The next morning, we were up and at ‘em to shadow their first workout of the day.

Instead, the molecules are just further apart.

(Ryan brought his beloved pooches, Dash and Kai, along for the run.

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These puppies were FAST!)

(Have I mentioned it’s a week away?)

But after jogging in our warm-up for about two minutes, I was FEELING it.

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It was an incredible feeling, though, and an experience I’ll never forget!

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