Summary: In the summer of 1996, a newly graduated University of Arkansas <br> runner named Deena Drossin came to a decision for her future – she <br> wanted to be a professional runner.<br> With that, she packed up and moved to the mountains of Colorado to find out how good she could become.<br> The result of that decision was one of the most prolific and successful careers ever.<br> Deena won several medals at world championship events, including a <br> bronze at the 2004 Olympic marathon and set American records at nearly <br> every distance from 5k through the marathon, several of which she still <br> holds.<br> Like all elite runners, Deena trained extremely hard.<br> However, she talks in much greater detail about the attention she <br> paid to recovering from her training and being ready for the next <br> workout.<br> That process has only become more important as Deena has transitioned into the masters ranks and become a mother.<br> Deena currently helps run the Mammoth Track Club in Mammoth Lakes, CA<br> with her husband Andrew in addition to continuing to train and raise <br> her daughter Piper.<br> This a great interview with one of running’s all-time greats who is giving back to the sport.<br> A few of the things that Deena and I talked about included:<br> <br> Deena’s background and development into a world-class runner<br> The idea that good relationships and a clear conscience contribute to one’s recovery process<br> How Deena’s running and life have changed both as she has gotten older and since she has become a mother<br> The Kastors’ takeover of the Mammoth Track Club and its <br> transformation into the driving force behind all organized running in <br> Mammoth Lakes<br> <br> If any of Deena’s experiences or advice resonate with you, we’d love <br> to hear about it. We also love to hear what you all think about our <br> podcasts. <br> <br> <a href="http://runnersconnect.net/running-interviews/deena-kastor/">Interview With Olympic Medalist Deena Kastor</a><br>
