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Across
  1. 1. First name of Mr Yasso inventor of the famous 800-meter marathon predictor workout
  2. 2. Last name of Peter the influential Boston-based running writer and marathoner
  3. 5. Footwear brand famous for its foot-shaped toe boxes and zero-drop platforms
  4. 7. To adjust your pacing when a sudden storm hits the race course
  5. 11. A basic delicious carbohydrate staple perfect for toast before a long morning effort
  6. 12. To wake up lazy glutes with monster walks before a workout
  7. 13. The highly flexible lower-leg joint prone to twisting on rocky trails
  8. 15. High-intensity, lung-burning zone where your body runs out of oxygen supply
  9. 17. The famous final street in Boston where marathoners sprint to the finish line
  10. 19. The healthcare company sponsor behind the World Marathon Majors
  11. 22. Your absolute highest quality athletic performance often abbreviated as PB or PR
  12. 23. Specialty balm applied to inner thighs and sports bra lines to prevent raw friction sores
  13. 27. The vital fluid tested in labs to monitor a runner's iron and ferritin levels
  14. 28. Painful fluid-filled bubbles on the toes or heels caused by friction and wet socks
  15. 30. A recurring race event that happens exactly once every year
  16. 31. A classic track drill used to improve knee drive and running posture
  17. 32. Chewable jelly-like carbohydrate sports fuels shaped like tiny legumes
  18. 33. The specific bracket (like 30-34) where you compete against peers for local podiums
  19. 34. An online training diary or website where runners share shoe reviews and race recaps
  20. 35. A grueling multi-sport workout combining a hard bike ride immediately followed by a run
  21. 37. The courageous mindset required to follow an aggressive race-day pacing strategy
  22. 38. The empowering title of Olympian Alexi Pappas's memoir and personal philosophy
  23. 40. The sudden catastrophic physical collapse that happens when your body completely runs out of carbs
  24. 41. Elite distance runner, author of "Brave", and Olympian Pappas
  25. 43. The physical vessel you must respect rest and properly fuel during a high-mileage block
  26. 44. The top-tier interview podcast that connects everyday runners with elite athletes (full phrase)
  27. 46. A runner who grinds out a 20-mile workout in freezing rain or blistering heat
  28. 48. An unregistered person who illegally runs a race without buying a bib
  29. 50. The historic prestigious marathon that requires a hard-fought qualifying time to enter
  30. 51. Popular running media host and creator of the highly rated "Ali on the Run Show"
  31. 52. Popular topical pain-relief gel that provides an intense cooling sensation to sore muscles
  32. 53. The flat lightning-fast World Marathon Major where world records are regularly broken
  33. 54. The pre-run routine of firing up dormant muscles
  34. 55. Tough training weekend schedule featuring a hard Saturday long run followed by a Sunday run
Down
  1. 1. The classic easily digestible yellow fruit waiting for you at every finish line
  2. 3. The fundamental action of pulling oxygen into your lungs during a hard interval repeat
  3. 4. The original pioneering brand of heavy-duty running strollers
  4. 6. The steady-state energy zone where you can comfortably chat with a running partner
  5. 8. Roadside oasis offering water
  6. 9. A necessary rest period taken during the off-season to allow muscles to fully heal
  7. 10. Single-leg stability needed to stay upright on technical root-filled trail routes
  8. 11. The heavy audible air exhalation that reveals exactly how hard you are working
  9. 14. To triumphantly conquer your previous personal best time on race day
  10. 16. An Epsom salt soak or icy tub session used to soothe throbbing muscles post-run
  11. 17. A secure tight hairstyle used to keep long hair from tangling during a windy race
  12. 18. Japanese running brand whose name translates to "Sound Mind, Sound Body"
  13. 19. German athletic brand famous for its three stripes and Lightstrike Pro foam
  14. 20. A dense carb-heavy pre-race breakfast staple often topped with peanut butter
  15. 21. Dumbbell-induced or high-mileage body soreness that disappears after a rest day
  16. 22. A carbonated carbohydrate-heavy adult beverage enjoyed by many at post-race parties
  17. 24. Prefix for the magical roll-on sticks that combat skin friction and raw spots
  18. 25. Nike's flagship carbon-plated racing shoe featuring dual Zoom Air pods
  19. 26. A simple adhesive strip used to protect heels or keep shirts from rubbing nipples raw
  20. 28. A running content creator who writes long-form articles about their marathon journey
  21. 29. The numbered piece of waterproof paper pinned to the front of your race shirt
  22. 35. The final half of an out-and-back route where you head toward home
  23. 36. The physical reward where your heart and muscles grow stronger from hard workouts
  24. 37. Garmin's motivational brand slogan urging you to outdo your past self
  25. 38. Boston Qualifier; the ultimate time-standard achievement for amateur marathoners (abbr)
  26. 39. Total commitment to a training cycle with zero holding back
  27. 40. Diagnostic lab tests used to ensure a runner isn't suffering from low iron fatigue
  28. 42. The rhythmic expansion of your lungs that can fall out of sync during a side stitch
  29. 43. Elite Oregon-based track club named after Nike's legendary co-founder Bill
  30. 45. A handheld or waist-mounted vessel used to carry water or electrolytes
  31. 47. The state of staying physically busy instead of sitting on the couch
  32. 49. The early training phase focused purely on building easy endurance miles
  33. 53. To log a high-volume week or the physical training log kept on a nightstand
  34. 56. Brand-name ibuprofen pill used to combat post-race swelling
  35. 57. The hollow tube passed between team members during an athletic track relay