Jeremiah Maestre & the Marathon Des Sables ft. Melanie Sulaver
In S4Ep2 of the PRP, Adam chats it up with budding running phenom, enthusiastic boxing maven and story telling raconteur Jeremiah Maestre who has been preparing for the Marathon Des Sables on April 14th, 2024. Melanie Sulaver, seasoned marathoner, local rockstar nutrition coach, and fierce advocate for women in sport joins the show to offer her take on all things fueling, sand and of course, nanners.
The conversation kicks off with an in depth reflection on parenthood as both Jer & Mel discuss the intricacies involved when balancing family life with the pursuit of one’s passions. Contrary to what some may believe, having kids has actually enhanced both Jer & Mel's pursuit of their goals as it has enabled them to prioritize what’s important in their lives by being more intentional about their avocations. When you’re choosing to not spend time with your family, it sure as hell better be something that’s worth investing time in!
The three then take a deep dive into Jeremiah’s established career as a professional boxer and discuss his recent transition into the sport of long distance running. Having only run his first official marathon just two short years ago, Jer has thrust himself into the world of running full tilt without any plans of looking back. Although he has found himself in new territory over the past couple of years, a mantra that he brings with him from his time in the ring is an inspiring reminder for us all; don’t do it for others, do it for yourself.
Ehhh bruh, can we stop real quick I got sand in my shoes!! We talking camel cut offs?! Has Jer assembled the perfect team of avengers to take this challenge on?? COD w/ the boys?! Hey neighbor, you wouldn’t happen to have any extra bivouac rugs, would ya? Ayahuasca?! Eating bat heads?! Merzouga dunes?!? Marrakech?? Sleeping mat or stove, which one you hauling along?! Did Jer just say venom pumps? Ummm 130F degrees, say whaaaa? Shoe cobblers? Floss?! Camels, carbohydrates and compasses, oh my!
This and oh so much more in this inspiring, unique and thrilling episode of the PRP.
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Ann Arbor Running Company
Recorded Monday April 1st @ 1PM EST