The Trail Chasers

Engineering a trail running career

May 31, 2024 Dean Horwitz Season 1 Episode 4
Engineering a trail running career
The Trail Chasers
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The Trail Chasers
Engineering a trail running career
May 31, 2024 Season 1 Episode 4
Dean Horwitz

Join me, your host Dean Horwitz, as we delve into the world of professional trail running with Bianca Tarboton, a remarkable athlete and engineer, sponsored by Adidas Terrex. In this captivating episode, we traverse Bianca's dual journey of endurance and precision, exploring her exhilarating experience at the Otter Trail race and her unique approach to training.

Bianca's tale is one of balance and resilience, weaving her demanding engineering career with her passion for trail running. With a meticulous blend of humor and insight, she shares her rigorous training regimen, emphasizing the critical roles of recovery and nutrition. Her analytical mindset, honed by her engineering background, plays a pivotal role in her approach to race preparation and performance.

This episode reveals Bianca's aspirations in the trail running world, her dedication to advancing women's representation in the sport, and the ways she harmonizes her professional and athletic pursuits. As she navigates the challenges of both fields, her story underscores the symbiotic relationship between a runner's mental and physical prowess.

Our conversation culminates in a delightful word association game, shedding light on Bianca's infectious passion for mountain running and her innovative perspective as an athlete-engineer. Tune in for a narrative that captures the essence of trail running, the joy of discovery, and the unyielding spirit of an extraordinary individual.

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Join me, your host Dean Horwitz, as we delve into the world of professional trail running with Bianca Tarboton, a remarkable athlete and engineer, sponsored by Adidas Terrex. In this captivating episode, we traverse Bianca's dual journey of endurance and precision, exploring her exhilarating experience at the Otter Trail race and her unique approach to training.

Bianca's tale is one of balance and resilience, weaving her demanding engineering career with her passion for trail running. With a meticulous blend of humor and insight, she shares her rigorous training regimen, emphasizing the critical roles of recovery and nutrition. Her analytical mindset, honed by her engineering background, plays a pivotal role in her approach to race preparation and performance.

This episode reveals Bianca's aspirations in the trail running world, her dedication to advancing women's representation in the sport, and the ways she harmonizes her professional and athletic pursuits. As she navigates the challenges of both fields, her story underscores the symbiotic relationship between a runner's mental and physical prowess.

Our conversation culminates in a delightful word association game, shedding light on Bianca's infectious passion for mountain running and her innovative perspective as an athlete-engineer. Tune in for a narrative that captures the essence of trail running, the joy of discovery, and the unyielding spirit of an extraordinary individual.