The Extramilest Podcast

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO [https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO] to get your free sample pack with any purchase. What if your limits aren’t real and your best running is still ahead? PB coaches Amelia Vrabel, Scott Frye and I break down the mindset shift that unlocks progress. We talk practical ways to train smarter and build confidence step by step, so you can surprise yourself on race day and beyond. We also dive into fitness field testing vs lab testing.    Learn more about the Personal Best Running Coaching Program at https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]    Watch this full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY]    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY   CHAPTERS: * 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY] – Mindset, lab testing & trail running with coach Amelia & Scott * 1:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=63s] – LMNT Sponsorship * 2:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=131s] – Mindset and the power of a beginner’s approach * 5:40 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=340s] – Handling setbacks: responding vs reacting * 7:21 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=441s] – Floris’ daughter’s mile run story & lessons * 10:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=643s] – Transitioning from road running to trail running * 16:10 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=970s] – Lessons from Kilian Jornet * 18:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=1133s] – Coaches’ lab testing experiences & takeaways * 25:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=1535s] – Coach Amelia: Talk test & nasal breathing crossover * 27:32 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=1652s] – Coach Amelia: Zone 1 & Zone 2 training and building phases * 28:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=1727s] – Coach Amelia: Speedwork paces & heart rate targets * 37:38 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=2258s] – Coach Scott: Lactate test process & insights * 40:14 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=2414s] – Results and key training learnings * 51:22 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=3082s] – Sweat testing results & electrolyte strategies * 57:07 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=3427s] – Staying consistent with strength, mobility & recovery habits * 1:03:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=3815s] – Habit tracking, scheduling, and training * 1:08:50 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY&t=4130s] – Final thoughts & advice for runners     FIND AMELIA VRABEL HERE: ► Extramilest Show #27 with Amelia Vrabel: https://youtu.be/rW6mr8A_dpA [https://youtu.be/rW6mr8A_dpA]  ► Website: https://www.focusedfootsteps.com [https://www.focusedfootsteps.com]  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focusedfootsteps [https://www.instagram.com/focusedfootsteps]  ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/amelia262 [https://twitter.com/amelia262]  ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6278182 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/6278182]    FIND SCOTT FRYE HERE: ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/run4fryes/ [https://www.instagram.com/run4fryes/]  ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/89685446 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/89685446]    LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Extramilet Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe/ [https://extramilest.com/subscribe/]  ► Kilian Jornet Episode About Trail Safety & Respecting Nature: https://youtu.be/9ojzZACntSk [https://youtu.be/9ojzZACntSk]  ► Precision Hydration Sweat Testing: https://www.precisionhydration.com/sweat-testing/our-sweat-tests [https://www.precisionhydration.com/sweat-testing/our-sweat-tests]    YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe [https://extramilest.com/subscribe] ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]  ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman [https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman] ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785]  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman [https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman]  ► Extramilest: https://extramilest.com/ [https://extramilest.com/]  ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo [https://pathprojects.com/flo] ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ [https://extramilest.com/podcast/]    Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.     ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.     More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com [https://www.pbprogram.com/].      SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT [https://bit.ly/Flo-YT]

Thanks to Function Health for sponsoring this video! Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS [https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS] or use the code FLORIS100 to take control of your health. In this episode, we sit down with biomechanics expert and author Jay Dicharry to explore smarter ways for runners to train, recover, and stay injury-free. From building stronger bones and tendons to using mobility tools and managing training load, Jay shares practical strategies every runner can apply to become stronger, healthier, and more resilient. Jay wrote books on running gait: he is author of “Running Rewired” and "Anatomy for Runners" and he is the founder of Mobo Board. In the past few days I've tried the Mobo Board I'm very impressed, it's a mobility / strength tool I'll be using daily.    Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wk-Uzjy4nTw [https://youtu.be/wk-Uzjy4nTw]    https://youtu.be/wk-Uzjy4nTw   CHAPTERS: * 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw] – Meet Jay Dicharry: Rethinking running and injury prevention * 1:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=90s] – Function Health sponsorship * 3:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=182s] – Advice Jay would give to his younger self * 6:32 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=392s] – Why runners need more than just running * 10:22 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=622s] – How to build stronger bones, tendons, and muscles * 16:44 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=1004s] – Correct way to do calf raises for tendon health * 23:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=1425s] – Strength training: key movements for runners * 26:21 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=1581s] – Simple tools runners can use at home * 30:17 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=1817s] – The Mobile Board: purpose and benefits * 34:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=2091s] – Where to find the Mobile Board * 35:16 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=2116s] – Common running injuries and how to prevent them * 38:16 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=2296s] – Understanding and preventing calf injuries * 40:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=2453s] – The role of self-massage and tissue recovery * 46:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=2803s] – Best hamstring exercises for runners * 49:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=2987s] – How daily lifestyle impacts your running * 52:24 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=3144s] – Best cross-training activities for runners * 57:17 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=3437s] – Balancing training load with your body’s abilities * 1:04:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=3848s] – Where to find Jay * 1:04:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk-Uzjy4nTw&t=3871s] – How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete   FIND JAY DICHARRY: ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaydicharry [https://www.instagram.com/jaydicharry]    LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Function Health: https://my.functionhealth.com/signup?code=FLORIS [https://my.functionhealth.com/signup?code=FLORIS]  ► Mobo Board IG: https://www.instagram.com/mobo.board [https://www.instagram.com/mobo.board]  ► Mobo Board Website: https://www.moboboard.com/ [https://www.moboboard.com/] (Get 10% off with code FLO10) ► Anatomy For Runners: https://amzn.to/4mH5iPa [https://amzn.to/4mH5iPa]  ► Running Rewired: https://amzn.to/3JFzxHK [https://amzn.to/3JFzxHK]  ► Toe spreaders: https://correcttoes.com/ [https://correcttoes.com/]  ► Resistance bands: https://amzn.to/3JECJ6n [https://amzn.to/3JECJ6n]  ► Massage gun: https://amzn.to/4mbthFf [https://amzn.to/4mbthFf]  ► Foam roller: https://amzn.to/3JFkSvZ [https://amzn.to/3JFkSvZ]      YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe [https://extramilest.com/subscribe] ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]  ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman [https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman] ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785]  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman [https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman]  ► Extramilest: https://extramilest.com/ [https://extramilest.com/]  ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo [https://pathprojects.com/flo] ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ [https://extramilest.com/podcast/]    Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.     ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.     More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com [https://www.pbprogram.com/].      SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT [https://bit.ly/Flo-YT]

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO [https://drinklmnt.com/FLO]  to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Sean Lee started running at 45 and has since accomplished what most athletes half his age only dream of: 17 marathons with a 2:54 PR, 2 Ironmans, and 25 ultras including UTMB, Badwater 135, and AC 100. We dive into his decade-long journey, exploring lessons from early mistakes, refined race strategies, and how he balances running with strength training to become stronger, happier, and healthier.   Learn more about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program at https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]   Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TWqLPJdGHlE [https://youtu.be/TWqLPJdGHlE]    https://youtu.be/TWqLPJdGHlE   CHAPTERS: * 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE] – Lessons from 10 years of training and racing * 1:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=91s] – Sponsor LMNT * 2:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=163s] – Introduction: Sean’s journey * 3:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=199s] – What advice would Sean give to his younger self * 7:38 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=458s] – Race preparation and fueling mistakes * 10:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=603s] – Sean’s training evolution over the years * 14:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=875s] – Cross-training and climbing for runners * 15:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=919s] – Advice for beginners trying climbing or new activities * 19:50 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=1190s] – Coaching others vs. applying lessons to yourself * 24:05 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=1445s] – Entering races with less pressure and expectations * 27:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=1623s] – Strength training and mobility for runners 40, 50, 60+ * 28:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=1699s] – People starting out with rucking and weighted vests * 33:38 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=2018s] – Advice for new runners to build consistency * 37:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=2246s] – Getting over the initial “hump” of running * 43:39 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=2619s] – Most challenging and most memorable race experiences * 46:40 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=2800s] – Running gear that made the biggest difference * 50:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=3031s] – Favorite nutrition, gels, and electrolytes * 52:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=3167s] – Toe socks, blisters, and foot care strategies * 55:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=3343s] – Next adventures and volunteering at races * 59:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=3548s] – Where to find Sean * 59:48 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWqLPJdGHlE&t=3588s] – How to become a stronger, happier, healthier athlete     FIND SEAN:  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultraseanman [https://www.instagram.com/ultraseanman] ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1323893 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/1323893]  ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sean.lee.1069020 [https://www.facebook.com/sean.lee.1069020]      LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Conversation with Taylor Knibb: https://youtu.be/YeKjFDLrjRY [https://youtu.be/YeKjFDLrjRY] ► Conversation with Nicki: https://youtu.be/lAogZrd7XAg [https://youtu.be/lAogZrd7XAg] ► Conversation with Lawrence: https://youtu.be/zDJrNa-tO8c [https://youtu.be/zDJrNa-tO8c]  ► Nutrition Gels: https://www.precisionhydration.com/us/en/?code=FLO15 [https://www.precisionhydration.com/us/en/?code=FLO15]  ► Electrolytes: https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO [https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO]  ► Socks: https://amzn.to/4muYHHk [https://amzn.to/4muYHHk]  ► Leukotape: https://amzn.to/45Pt5Fg [https://amzn.to/45Pt5Fg] ► Headlamp: https://amzn.to/41O06Aw [https://amzn.to/41O06Aw]      YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe [https://extramilest.com/subscribe] ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]  ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman [https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman] ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785]  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman [https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman]  ► Extramilest: https://extramilest.com/ [https://extramilest.com/]  ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo [https://pathprojects.com/flo] ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ [https://extramilest.com/podcast/]    Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.     ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.     More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com [https://www.pbprogram.com/].      SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT [https://bit.ly/Flo-YT]

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO [https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO]  to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Ayako Fackenthal, a passionate runner who began her running journey in her mid-50s and has since progressed from couch to completing marathons and ultramarathons. Ayako shares how she found her love for running, the role of low heart rate training, and the lessons she’s learned about health, mindset, and consistency along the way. She offers insights and inspiration for anyone starting or restarting their fitness journey later in life.   Learn more about the Personal Best Running Coaching Program at https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]   Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DI0cOUQRU1I [https://youtu.be/DI0cOUQRU1I]    https://youtu.be/DI0cOUQRU1I   CHAPTERS: * 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I] – Ayako’s Late Start and Inspiring Running Journey * 1:14 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=74s] – LMNT Sponsorship * 2:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=139s] – Why Ayako started running in her 50s * 3:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=182s] – What her life looked like before running * 5:41 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=341s] – How Ayako’s first runs felt * 7:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=473s] – What helped her enjoy running and find low heart rate training * 12:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=767s] – How she got into trail running * 14:44 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=884s] – Running with her Border Collie * 15:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=945s] – Improving in marathons and advice to her younger self * 21:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=1271s] – Traveling to races and future marathon plans * 22:29 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=1349s] – Moving from marathons to ultramarathons * 25:05 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=1505s] – Tips for anyone wanting to run longer distances * 32:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=1920s] – What she learned from aging and being a parent * 34:18 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=2058s] – Race day mindset * 39:40 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=2380s] – What Ayako does outside of running * 43:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=2622s] – How eating, sleeping, and hydration affects training * 47:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=2831s] – Realizing the impact of protein, sleep, and hydration on training * 53:38 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=3218s] – Where to find Ayako * 53:59 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI0cOUQRU1I&t=3239s] – How to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete   FIND AYAKO: ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/52198811 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/52198811]   LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Floris' Badwater Experience: https://extramilest.com/blog/badwater-135-lessons-learned/ [https://extramilest.com/blog/badwater-135-lessons-learned/] ► Ep. with Dr. Phil Maffetone: https://youtu.be/_TPrenWWK9U [https://youtu.be/_TPrenWWK9U?si=UeTf4v-vMRcQqRJv] ► Ep. with Maria Lurenda Westergaard: https://youtu.be/i5TmvBfJp-Y [https://youtu.be/i5TmvBfJp-Y?si=Qxorjj9k3Nmvu4Hx] ► PB Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]     YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe [https://extramilest.com/subscribe] ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]  ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman [https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman] ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785]  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman [https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman]  ► Extramilest: https://extramilest.com/ [https://extramilest.com/]  ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo [https://pathprojects.com/flo] ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ [https://extramilest.com/podcast/]    Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.     ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.     More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com [https://www.pbprogram.com/].      SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT [https://bit.ly/Flo-YT]

Author and endurance expert Alex Hutchinson discusses the mental side of running, the power of exploration, and what it really means to train smart. From controlling our inner dialog to embracing discomfort, we dive into practical tips to become a stronger, more resilient athlete.    Thanks to Function Health for sponsoring this video! Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS [https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS] and use gift code FLORIS100. The first 1000 users to use my code get a $100 credit towards their membership!   Learn more about the Personal Best Running Coaching Program at https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]   Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6iQZ_CnjYnU [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7Mn9J30bGA]   https://youtu.be/6iQZ_CnjYnU   CHAPTERS: * 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU] – Meet journalist and author Alex Hutchinson * 0:54 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=54s] – Introduction: Mind over body, embracing discomfort * 1:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=86s] – Function Health Sponsorship * 2:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=163s] – Badwater 135 marathon experience * 4:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=255s] – Fear of unknown and growth * 6:32 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=392s] – Set bold but realistic goals * 10:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=615s] – When training feels repetitive * 15:33 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=933s] – Trail running and unpredictability * 21:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=1313s] – Endurance misconceptions for runners * 24:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=1487s] – Zone 4/5 leads to burnout * 27:17 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=1637s] – High-intensity training and marathon prep * 31:20 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=1880s] – Mental strategies for tough efforts * 35:14 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=2114s] – Challenges of starting Zone 2 * 38:12 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=2292s] – How to explore without risk * 42:44 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=2564s] – From skateboarding to running adventures * 46:37 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=2797s] – Unique races and trail conference insights * 50:38 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=3038s] – Involving friends or kids in outdoor adventure * 53:48 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=3228s] – Advice to Alex’s younger self * 58:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=3489s] – Preparation vs. discovery in running * 1:01:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=3686s] – Where to find Alex * 1:02:39 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=3759s] –How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete * 1:03:33 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iQZ_CnjYnU&t=3813s] – Top travel recommendation for your running adventure     FIND ALEX HUTCHINSON:  ► Website: https://www.alexhutchinson.net/ [https://www.alexhutchinson.net/]  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweat_science [https://www.instagram.com/sweat_science] /  ► Thread: https://www.threads.com/@sweat_science [https://www.threads.com/@sweat_science]  ► X: https://x.com/sweatscience/ [https://x.com/sweatscience/]  ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweatscience [https://www.facebook.com/sweatscience]  ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-hutchinson-048a79a/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-hutchinson-048a79a/]      LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Function Health: https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS [https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS]  ► Books by Alex Hutchinson: https://www.alexhutchinson.net/ [https://www.alexhutchinson.net/]  ► Explorer's Gene Book: https://amzn.to/3TN5PCq [https://amzn.to/3TN5PCq]  ► Endure Book: https://amzn.to/44YpLaF [https://amzn.to/44YpLaF]  ► Which comes first, cardio or weights book: https://amzn.to/3UgBPyP [https://amzn.to/3UgBPyP]      YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ [https://www.pbprogram.com/]  ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe [https://extramilest.com/subscribe] ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman [https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman] ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 [https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785]  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman [https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman]  ► Extramilest: https://extramilest.com/ [https://extramilest.com/]  ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo [https://pathprojects.com/flo] ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ [https://extramilest.com/podcast/]    Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.     ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.     More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com [https://www.pbprogram.com/].      SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT [https://bit.ly/Flo-YT]