“After the (2012) Olympics, it just was such a big boost because for so long you're scrapping and fighting. I was 5th, 6th, 7th in a lot of these races and I kept saying, ‘This is going to be the year I'm going to get over the hump.’ For it to finally happen was just such a big moment for me, for my own confidence. After that I knew that I belonged and could really compete with all these guys.”
2x Olympic medalist and 12x U.S. champion Galen Rupp joins us live in Eugene to catch us up on life since the Olympic Marathon Trials in February. Galen reflects on his favorite races from his career, his experience competing for the University of Oregon, what his training was like during the peak of his career, the support he’s received from his wife and family, how he stays looped into the running community, and what it’s been like recovering from surgery a few months ago. Hear more of Galen’s updates in this episode of the CITIUS MAG Podcast.
Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram + Mitch Dyer | @metchosketch on Instagram
Guest: Galen Rupp
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Galen Rupp is a distinguished American long-distance runner. He specializes in events ranging from 3000 meters to the marathon. Rupp is a two-time Olympic medalist, having won a silver in the 10,000 meters at the 2012 London Olympics and a bronze in the marathon at the 2016 Rio Olympics. He has also achieved numerous victories in national and international competitions, establishing himself as one of the top long-distance runners in the United States.
