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#18: Running Smarter with Sota Maehara: Training, Coaching, and Lessons from the Journey
In this episode of The People Run Podcast, I sit down with Sota Maehara runner, coach, and YouTube creator known for breaking down training science into simple, actionable lessons for everyday runners.
Sota shares his journey from Japan to Australia, how he ramped up his training during COVID, and the lessons that shaped his running career.
We dive into:
✅ The benefits of tempo runs vs. cruise intervals
✅ Smart long run strategies and common mistakes to avoid
✅ How nutrition, sleep, and recovery impact performance
✅ His coaching philosophy and why communication matters
✅ Balancing life…
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