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Summary

In this episode, Lisa Samuels, a marathon runner, joins Miguel and Missy as their first guest. Lisa shares her journey into running, starting with her first half marathon in Disney World. She talks about her experience running her first marathon in New York and how it changed her perspective on running. Lisa and her husband Sheldon recently ran the Tokyo Marathon and she shares her experience of the race and the unique checkpoints they had to meet within a certain time. The conversation also touches on the camaraderie and support within the running community. The Tokyo Marathon is a well-organized race with a unique cultural experience. The Japanese people were polite but also excitable, and the race had strict cutoff times. The 7-Eleven stores in Japan offer amazing food options, and the train system is clean and efficient. In this part of the conversation, Lisa and Missy discuss their different approaches to vacations and running. Miguel congratulates Lisa on completing a marathon. They also talk about runner safety and the precautions they take, such as wearing headlamps, reflective vests, and carrying pepper spray. They mention the importance of running in groups for safety and share some experiences of feeling unsafe while running. In this final part of the conversation, Lisa, Missy, and Miguel discuss their upcoming races and share their experiences with running. They talk about the camaraderie and support they have found in the running community and encourage others to give running a try. They also discuss the fun and unique aspects of different races, such as the food and drinks offered on the course. Overall, they emphasize the importance of finding joy in running and the value of friendship and shared experiences.