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He Started Running at 45 — Now He’s Chasing a Sub-3 Marathon at 51 | Frank Chan
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What happens when you start late—and still keep getting better?
This week on Ageless Athlete, we meet Frank Chan, a 51-year-old engineer who started running marathons just a few years ago, at the age of 45! Despite his late start, Frank has already conquered over 13 marathons and is dangerously close to the 3 hour mark!
But Frank's approach to training is refreshingly unconventional. Tune in to discover:
- The benefits of starting running later in life and the joys of being a beginner
- Progress in the 5th decade of life
- Why under-training might actually be beneficial (and how to do it safely!).
- How to stay fueled efficiently (hint: don't skip those snacks!).
- And the coolest part: how Frank creates incredible "Run Art" using his running routes! ️
**Join us as we delve into Frank's unique journey and explore the intersection of intellectual rigor, planning, and spontaneity in his pursuit of performance and beauty**
References:
Frank's website (with great pictures and beautiful run art)
Frank's Instagram
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