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#26: Rebuilt Into a 2:32 Marathoner | Max Sauers
This rebuild didn’t happen in one race it happened over years.
In this episode, Max Sauers breaks down how he rebuilt his body to run 2:32 after injuries, setbacks, and hard lessons from multiple marathons along the way, including Chicago and most recently Buckeye.
This isn’t about chasing a perfect race. It’s about identifying weaknesses, committing to strength, increasing mileage the right way, and letting consistency do the work. We cover what actually changed, why it wasn’t nutrition at first, how fueling had to evolve with volume, and what it takes to stay sharp across distances.
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