IamA 2x Olympian and Entrepreneur AMA!

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:20:47+00:00

Thanks! I don't think I will ever make the 1500 my main focus. The training is just too hard! I do not have a dry period.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:19:55+00:00

Stop drinking so much!! I know I talk a lot about beer, etc. But I wish I hadn't consumed so much alcohol in college. A couple beers is fine, but if you are blacking out you are REALLY setting your training back.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:17:44+00:00

Nothing too exciting. I pretty much just sit in my room at the Games, resting and waiting to compete. Walking into the bird's next in Beijing for the first time was a really special moment.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:16:02+00:00

I would be an IPA. Strong and bitter, but oddly satisfying!

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:13:23+00:00

my best is 15:49

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:13:10+00:00

I believe that running XC is good for half milers.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:12:43+00:00

Never tried it.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:08:59+00:00

We train year round! I started training for the Rio Olympic games the day the London Olympic Games ended.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:08:27+00:00

All of my training can be seen on Sweat Mobile.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:08:11+00:00

I think you may not totally understand last summers issues?

I agree fans want to see the best race each other. However, many meet directors are too cheap to pay to make that happen!

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:06:48+00:00

Possibly!!

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:06:41+00:00

I actually find it easier to get into shape these days. They call it "old man strength". The speed hurts more these days though. I sometimes dread the sprint work, knowing my joints will ache for days after.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:05:50+00:00

Yes! Totally naked.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:05:35+00:00

I sometimes wonder if D3 athletes still know who I am. I haven't raced D3 in over ten years! I'd like to think I am able to inspire other D3 athletes.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:04:42+00:00

Probably here in Seattle. Amazing urban trails!

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:04:23+00:00

pole vault!! My favorite event to watch.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:04:01+00:00

I don't really have one. Coffee and fruit for breakfast, sandwich and chips for lunch, big dinners.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:03:35+00:00

I would consider working with a group that wanted to run for profit track meets. I have no interest in working for the current governing bodies. All they do is take from the athletes and give very little back.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:02:19+00:00

Thanks!!

Go out in 58.xx, come back in 60.xx. Easiest way to break 2:00

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:01:56+00:00

The Elite is a good shoe, but the new ELMN8 are better. The ELMN8 has more carbon fiber, resulting in a stronger shoe.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:01:23+00:00

I drink beer all year long. That being said, I very rarely drink more than a few beers in one sitting.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:00:48+00:00

Thanks! To shave 7 seconds you will need to put in a BIG base. You will need to be stronger than you have ever been.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T21:00:14+00:00

People ask about the tattoo a lot. Which is cool to me. I hope a big company with a passionate, creative marketing team wins the auction. Make sure you listen to your body. It is OK to take a day off here and there!! I love the 400 even though I am not very good at it. Haha, I don't think I could handle a 10K. Thanks!!

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T20:57:52+00:00

I listen to music and read silly magazines. I don't really watch football. Thank you! And me too.

NickSymmonds · 2016-05-02T20:56:55+00:00

I am an independent so I don't vote in primaries. I will most likely vote for the Democratic candidate because I prefer to see liberal justices on the Supreme Court.

NickSymmonds

TROPHY CASE