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Oct 2024
41m 31s

Bonus episode #122 – Marathon diary

CULIPS ENGLISH PODCAST
About this episode

In this week’s bonus episode, Andrew talks about the highs and lows of preparing for his next race in Gyeongju, South Korea. Along the way, he reflects on how running has impacted his life, and he discusses trying to overcome challenges like injuries and tough weather conditions.

What you’ll learn:

  • Listening practice: Improve your English by following along as Andrew talks about his passion for running.
  • Vocabulary building: Learn useful terms related to fitness and running, like “training block,” “runner’s knee,” and “PR” (personal record).
  • Idioms and expressions: Learn new idioms such as “hit a wall” and “tough it out,” and see how they’re used in real-life situations.
  • English speaking practice: Join discussions with other listeners on the Culips Discord server for additional speaking practice.

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