Alex Hutchinson, a New York Times bestselling author, is renowned for his book "Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance." Within this compelling work, Hutchinson expertly navigates the complex realms of physiology, psychology, and human endurance, challenging conventional understandings of performance limits. Through a captivating blend of storytelling and rigorous scientific inquiry, he elucidates the intricate interplay between mind and body, offering profound insights into the depths of human potential that resonate not only with athletes but with anyone striving for excellence. JOIN THE RELAXED RUNNING MEMBERSHIP https://www.relaxedrunning.com/members EPISODE OUTLINE: 00:00 Introduction and Background01:48 Misconceptions about Endurance04:06 Endurance as a Spiritual Component06:13 Different Perspectives on Endurance08:43 The Role of the Mind in Endurance09:55 Understanding the Complexity of Endurance13:19 Defining Endurance as the Struggle to Continue14:13 Factors to Consider for Improving Endurance20:12 Examples of Mental Strategies in Endurance23:21 The Role of Deception in Endurance26:45 Practicing Psychology in Running and Life28:04 Implementing Sports Psychology Techniques31:05 The Importance of Relaxation in Endurance32:04 Cultural Perspectives on Endurance32:34 The Psychology of Kenyan Runners36:24 Mindset and Performance38:26 The Ability to Bounce Back41:29 Self-Confidence and Performance44:54 The Importance of Mindset in Performance47:51 The Role of Sports Psychology in Performance50:11 The Balance Between Data and Performance55:25 Alex Hutchinson's New Book TAKEAWAYS Endurance is not solely determined by physical factors but also by the mind's role in defining our limits.Self-talk plays a crucial role in improving endurance, and positive internal monologue can enhance performance.Endurance is not a one-size-fits-all concept, and cultural perspectives can influence beliefs about human potential.Deception and relaxation techniques can be effective strategies for improving endurance performance. TRANSCRIPT:https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c6f1713/transcript.txtMORE FROM ALEX: http://alexhutchinson.net MORE FROM RELAXED RUNNING: Website: www.relaxedrunning.com/getstarted PODCAST INFO:Podcast Website: www.relaxedrunning.comApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MMfLsQ...RSS: https://feeds.transistor.fm/relaxed-r... SOCIALS:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relaxedrunning- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relaxed_run...