• Sarah Gearhart: Kenyan Runners, Coaching, and Culture

  • Nov 3 2023
  • Length: 46 mins
  • Podcast

Sarah Gearhart: Kenyan Runners, Coaching, and Culture

  • Summary

  • Sarah Gearhart on 'We Share the Sun' and Kenya's Elite Runners

    In this podcast episode, Sarah Gearhart, author of 'We Share the Sun', discusses her time in Kenya profiling elite runners and the acclaimed running coach, Patrick Tsang. Throughout the conversation, Sarah delves into various aspects of Kenyan running culture, the significance of the food known as UGALI in the runner's diet, and her personal experience in training with the athletes. Sarah discusses how Patrick's unique coaching approach has sculpted world-class runners like Elliot Kipchoge, focusing on overall character development rather than just athletic performance. Sarah also reflects on her unique experiences, observations, and the challenges faced while conducting research for her book during the Covid-19 pandemic.

    00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
    00:09 Understanding Oogali and its Role in Kenyan Running
    00:44 Sarah's Journey to Kenya
    01:23 The Story of Patrick Tsang: A Renowned Kenyan Running Coach
    01:46 Sarah's Journey to Writing a Book about East African Runners
    02:33 Sarah's Personal Connection to Running and Kenya
    04:37 Challenges of Researching and Writing a Book during a Pandemic
    07:22 Cultural Differences between New York City and Kenya
    12:31 The Impact of Patrick Tsang's Coaching Philosophy
    33:28 The Relationship between Patrick Tsang and Elliot Kipchoge
    36:07 The Definition of Success in Patrick Tsang's Perspective
    37:52 The Influence of Patrick Tsang's Coaching on Other Athletes
    41:23 The Impact of Sarah's Book on Readers

    Connect With Sarah:
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    Her Book, "We Share The Sun"

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