Sarah Gearhart on 'We Share the Sun' and Kenya's Elite RunnersIn this podcast episode, Sarah Gearhart, author of 'We Share the Sun', discusses her time in Kenya profiling elite runners and the acclaimed running coach, Patrick Tsang. Throughout the conversation, Sarah delves into various aspects of Kenyan running culture, the significance of the food known as UGALI in the runner's diet, and her personal experience in training with the athletes. Sarah discusses how Patrick's unique coaching approach has sculpted world-class runners like Elliot Kipchoge, focusing on overall character development rather than just athletic performance. Sarah also reflects on her unique experiences, observations, and the challenges faced while conducting research for her book during the Covid-19 pandemic.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest00:09 Understanding Oogali and its Role in Kenyan Running00:44 Sarah's Journey to Kenya 01:23 The Story of Patrick Tsang: A Renowned Kenyan Running Coach01:46 Sarah's Journey to Writing a Book about East African Runners02:33 Sarah's Personal Connection to Running and Kenya04:37 Challenges of Researching and Writing a Book during a Pandemic07:22 Cultural Differences between New York City and Kenya12:31 The Impact of Patrick Tsang's Coaching Philosophy33:28 The Relationship between Patrick Tsang and Elliot Kipchoge36:07 The Definition of Success in Patrick Tsang's Perspective37:52 The Influence of Patrick Tsang's Coaching on Other Athletes41:23 The Impact of Sarah's Book on ReadersConnect With Sarah:InstagramHer Book, "We Share The Sun"Connect With Us:Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's JamsMatt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams80/20 EnduranceSign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter here
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