The Momentous Podcast
Momentous is a nutrition company dedicated to empowering the relentless pursuit of progress in human health and performance. We started this podcast in order to share our access to athletes, entrepreneurs, experts, and anyone that can help us, and our listeners, pursue progress in any form. Hosted by our Momentous founder and CEO Matt Wan, we hope this can be a resource that helps you reach your goals. Tune in each Wednesday for a new episode as we are joined by some incredible people who share their insights with us.
The Momentous Podcast
45 | Emma Bates, Professional Distance Runner & Marathon Specialist
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Our guest today is Emma Bates - a professional distance runner and marathon specialist. Emma is a 12-time All-American, NCAA Champion in the 10,000 Meters, and a 2018 US Champion in the marathon. She’s run 15:32.46 for the 5,000-meters, 71 minutes for the half marathon, and 2:25:27 for the full marathon.
In this episode, Emma and Matt discuss what it’s like becoming a professional runner, Emma’s decision to move back to Idaho, and the path to creating the Idaho Distance Project. The two also talked about the dynamics at play between a coach and an athlete, how Emma maintains running 120 miles a week, and how she prepares for races.
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