Final Surge Podcast

Parker Stinson is one of the top young American distance runners around and is known for his aggressiveness. In episode 97 we talk to Parker about his first marathon and how he went for it and hear about how that plan blew up on him. Parker shares with us what the game plan is for the Chicago Marathon. We have some amazing world class athletes and coaches scheduled over the next few weeks, so make sure you hit subscribe on your favorite podcasting app so you don't miss any of the action.    How did you get started running when you were young? 11-12 years old father and sister were training AAU Nationals vs Club Soccer and Hockey Went to Oregon Why did you choose Oregon? I just wanted a scholarship to any school Went to 2008 Trials at Oregon and never saw anyone care about track like that Junior year won State and made US Juniors team and Oregon became a possibility Oregon is a tough environment. You are expected to win Pac-12 and compete at nationals. Did that help you get ready for a professional career?