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Watched that race on TV when I was in high school. Remember Takahashi aggressively throwing off her Oakleys as she made a decisive move, and they made a loud clanging noise off a light pole or something.
During the broadcast there were anecdotes about how, after long runs, she would go out and eat enormous steaks or $200 worth of sushi.
Asians are smarter than westerners when it comes to diet and proper reward for the body.
I also want to add that in the Age of Grievance against abusive coaches, it is refreshing and inspiring to see unabashed love and respect for her coach. I think the key was she had to beg to get on the team, that is a good basis for a committed career. Today's snowflakes would never dream of such a dynamic, for the most part.