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299. Matthew Van Schepdael | Elite Speed, Marathon Dreams & Giving Back

299. Matthew Van Schepdael | Elite Speed, Marathon Dreams & Giving Back14 jul1 u 07 min

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a text I'm joined by one of Manitoba's fastest runners and one of its biggest champions, Matt Van Schepdael. Just weeks away from defending his PhD in Microbiology and preparing for his marathon debut at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Matt shares his journey from university track standout to elite road racer. We talk about balancing high-performance sport with academics, the lessons he's learned from his best and toughest races, why giving back ...