This week's episode is with YiOu Wang. YiOu is a trail and ultra runner who lives and trains in Northern California.

In this episode ahead of the Olympic Trials, we discussed:

-qualifying for the Trials due to a last minute race change

-training for the Trials as a trail runner

-lessons learned from the trails that carry over to the roads

-her "couch to Boston Marathon Qualifier" while living in Boston

-going up in distance beyond the marathon

-sponsorship and social media as a pro athlete

-"luck is when preparation meets opportunity"

-being process focused vs results oriented

-her travels

-and more!

Follow along at https://www.instagram.com/ywangruns/ and https://twitter.com/Magicsquid

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