Des Linden
Whiskey collector, coffee entrepreneur, and one of the most accomplished USA marathoners of all-time, Des Linden has more sub 2:30 marathon times than any other American woman and has made two USA Olympic Teams. And she won the 2018 Boston Marathon in epically terrible conditions — because that’s when she races best.
Lightning round
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I think about my ultimate goal. The only way to get there is to put in the work — no excuses. Also, unboxing a new pair of shoes or gear definitely helps.
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It was a soccer survival tactic.
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I am the tortoise. My career path started much closer to the everyday runner. I have chipped away year after year and eventually reached the upper echelons of running through consistency, hard work, and patience.
Des’ go-to gear
Yes, you can dress like the pros. Here are a few of Des’ favorite pieces for running in the unpredictable Michigan weather of her hometown.
