2025 New York City Marathon Preview + What The Heck Are The World Treadmill Championships + An Oddly Newsy Start To The Week
New York City gears up for its biggest day of the year — the 2025 NYC Marathon. The race is as tough and electric as the city itself, and this year’s field is stacked.Men’s Preview:- Abdi Nageeye defends his title.- Legends Eliud Kipchoge and Kenenisa Bekele aim for one last battle.- Rising U.S. stars Biya Simbassa, Joe Klecker, and Hillary Bor chase world-class competition.Women's Preview:- Olympic champ Sifan Hassan has stolen the show as the headliner- Past NYC winners Sharon Lokedi, Sheila Chepkirui, and Helen Obiri return.- Fiona O’Keefe (first race since Trials win), Emily Sisson, and Molly Seidel add U.S. firepower.Where to watch:- National TV coverage: ESPN2, 8 AM ET.- Live commentary and analysis from the CITIUS MAG YouTube channel at the same time, live from the HOKA Flagship Store on 5th Ave.Also on today's show:- The World Treadmill Championships are real — and happening in 2026.- Iowa State XC athletes suspended for team rule violations?- Jakob Ingebrigtsen gets his tonsils out and now wants three world records.- Andreas Almgren has quietly pieced together one of Europe’s best distance seasons in history.____________Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram + Preet Majithia | @preet_athletics on InstagramProduced by: Jasmine Fehr | @jasminefehr on Instagram____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSNOMIO: Made with 80% broccoli sprout juice, 15% lemon juice, and 5% sugar, Nomio activates your body’s natural defense systems to reduce lactate, speed recovery, and enhance muscle adaptation. Take one 60 ml shot three hours before training or racing and feel lighter, stronger, and more resilient. Available at The Feed — use code CITIUS15 for 15% off | https://thefeed.com/collections/nomioWAHOO: The KICKR RUN isn’t just another treadmill; it’s a complete rethink of indoor running. With Dynamic Pacing, it automatically adjusts to your stride—no buttons, no breaking form, just pure running freedom. Its Terrain Simulation makes the deck feel like a track or trail, while lateral tilt mimics real-world conditions so you’re always prepared for race day. So whether you’re chasing your first half-marathon finish, a marathon PR, or your next trail adventure, the KICKR RUN is built to help you Run Your Run. Check it all out at WahooFitness.com and use code CITIUS at checkout.OLIPOP: Olipop’s Crisp Apple: it's like sparkling apple juice meets those gummy apple rings from your childhood. It’s sweet, fizzy, and comforting. Crisp Apple started as a holiday special, but people went absolutely wild for it. You begged, Olipop listened, and now it's officially part of the family. Like every Olipop, it's made with real ingredients that do good. 50 calories, 5g of sugar, and full of prebiotics and plant fiber that help your gut feel right. You can find Olipop at Target, Whole Foods, Walmart, or just head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 for 25% off your orders.
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