On The Runs 163 // Jess Lindeman // Dan Lyszczak aka Forrest Gump // Boston Marathon Recap

On this special Boston Marathon recap episode, we welcome back to the pod, Jess Lindeman and Dan Lyszczak (also known as Forrest Gump) and discuss their experiences surrounding the 2025 Boston Marathon, including the excitement of race day, the camaraderie among runners, and the fun of dressing up in costumes. The Bearded Runner shares his journey of preparing for the marathon in a Forrest Gump costume, the reactions he received from the crowd, and the joy of connecting with fellow runners. The conversation also touches on the importance of community in running, the challenges of balancing family and race day experiences, and the fun of creating content for social media. In this engaging conversation, Jess Lindeman and The Bearded Runner share their experiences from the recent Boston Marathon, discussing their preparation, emotional moments during the race, and the importance of community support. They reflect on the significance of running together, the joy of crossing the finish line, and the excitement of achieving personal bests. The discussion also touches on the quality of marathon medals, the recognition of fellow runners like Mike Beeman, AllieG and more and their plans for future races. The episode concludes with light-hearted banter about post-race celebrations and the importance of having fun while running.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Boston Marathon Vibes
06:45 The Bearded Runner's Marathon Experience
12:49 Jess's Boston Trip and Expo Experience
15:42 Dan's 5K and Saturday Adventures
18:41 Easter Sunday in Boston
21:53 Running Community Connections
23:02 The Fun of Race Day Attire
23:46 Porta Potty Strategies at Athletes Village
24:46 Meeting Friends and Building Community
25:56 Balancing Family and Race Day Experience
26:47 Instagram and Social Media Engagement
30:48 The Bearded Runner's Marathon Experience
31:39 Costume Planning and Execution
34:46 Running with Friends and Spontaneity
39:38 Behind the Scenes of the Skit
41:45 Reflections on the Marathon Experience
45:09 The Glittering Start: Pre-Race Excitement
46:07 Pacing Strategies: Learning from Last Year
47:41 Running Together: The Power of Friendship
49:16 Support on the Course: The Importance of Hydration
49:56 The Energy of the Crowd: Motivation from Spectators
51:07 Celebrating Milestones: Personal Bests and Achievements
54:10 Future Goals: Planning for Upcoming Races
55:30 The Legacy of Mike Beeman: Community and Inspiration
57:42 The Medal Debate: Quality and Design Improvements
01:01:11 Crossing the Finish Line: Emotional Moments and Reflections
01:04:23 The Rise to Fame
01:10:04 Post-Race Celebrations and Reflections
01:19:12 Future Plans and Up

Eric's NYC Marathon Fundraiser - Team FORCE, a dynamic organization that supports the hereditary cancer community

Erika's Chicago Marathon Fundraiser - for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in memory of her brother, Nick

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