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Wiz Khalifa Takes Up Running and Starts New Workout Routine

The rapper completed 8.2 km at a 6:00 min/km pace and is already investing in night gear and specific running shoes.

Known worldwide for his rap hits, Wiz Khalifa has taken up running and adopted an almost daily workout routine during his time off. The artist logged an 8.2 km run and has already invested in night-running gear and specialized shoes.

The worlds of music and distance running have forged an unexpected connection. American rapper Wiz Khalifa, known for global hits like See You Again and Black and Yellow, recently took up running and caught the bug, taking advantage of his downtime to train almost daily.

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Pace, distance, and night gear

In one of the activities logged by the artist, he completed a distance of 8.2 km in 49 minutes and 26 seconds, maintaining an average pace close to 6:00 min/km. To fit his workouts into his schedule, Khalifa bought safety gear for night running, including a headlamp and reflective clothing.

Even as a beginner in the sport, the rapper has already recognized the importance of rotating footwear depending on the day's stimulus. Wiz Khalifa realized the need for distinct models for running, weightlifting, and recovery sessions, reaching out directly to sportswear brands for gear.

Wiz Khalifa Takes Up Running and Starts New Workout Routine

Pre-workout and the debate over substances in sports

Another detail that caught attention during the artist's new phase were comments suggesting he opts for an alleged "herbal pre-workout." The mention sparked a lighthearted discussion on Radar Stemma about how substances like cannabis and its derivatives impact aerobic performance and lung capacity, a topic the show has previously covered with runners such as marathoner Daniel Chaves.

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