Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to http://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any drink mix purchase. Andy Wheatcroft’s path to the Boston Marathon was a decade-long journey from self-described “unfit tub of blubber” to Boston Qualifier. Through low heart rate training, patience, and a relentless focus—especially after the 2013 bombing—Andy’s story offers lessons for runners everywhere.   Andy (57 years old) is a member of our Personal Best Running Coaching...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. In this episode I chat with one of the greatest ultra runners of all time, Courtney Dauwalter. Known for her unmatched endurance, grit, and pure joy for the sport, Courtney shares insights from her incredible journey, including winning the Western States 100, Hardrock 100, and UTMB—all within nine weeks. We dive deep into her approach to training, balancing ambition with...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase.   Matteo Franceschetti, is the co-founder and CEO of Eight Sleep. In this episode discover how to sleep like a pro. Matteo shares tips and protocols to help you sleep deeper and wake up refreshed. These insights that can transform your nights and boost your training, racing and daily life!   If you'd like to learn more about my Personal Best Running coaching program,...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to http://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Host Floris Gierman gives a personal update on his training, racing, and life over the past 12 months, with a reset after completing the 6 World Major Marathons. He shares his insights, experiences, lessons learned and next steps from here.   If you'd like to learn more about my Personal Best Running coaching program, check https://www.PBprogram.com/      Watch...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. John Birtchet-Sharpe is a 55 year old runner and member of our Personal Best Running Coaching Program. Over the past 5 years he has improved from being overweight and out of shape, to running personal best times of 20 minutes and even qualifying for the Boston Marathon.   If you'd like to learn more about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program, check...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase.   Brendan Leonard is the creative force behind Semi Rad, a website dedicated to the joy of adventure for runners of all levels. Brendan loves to explore, to laugh and occasionally to get tired, cold and scared through his ultra adventures. Brendan is an author of many books, including Ultra-Something, which we discuss during this conversation.   If you'd like to...

There is no greater runner and ambassador for the sport of running than Eliud Kipchoge. We discuss Kipchoge's routines, top running tips and advice for athletes of all levels to improve.      This episode is not available in podcast format, and can only be found on my YouTube channel in video format.     The reason is that this episode is subtitled for clarity and also includes lots of visuals, photos, videos, screenshots.       CLICK HERE TO WATCH THIS FULL...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Scott Frye is a Board Certified Athletic Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist. He is also a coach and community manager in our Personal Best Running Coaching Program.    In this conversation, we discuss: Lessons learned from MAF low heart rate training Common mistakes athletes make in training and racing Advice to non-elite athletes looking to improve.    ...

Strength coach Kyle Long discuss a many strength topics, such as: When and how to perform the right strength training for runners, Strategies for consistency with strength training, Common mistakes with strength training that runners make, and much more... Want additional help in your strength training or ultra endurance training and racing? Hit up Kyle on IG @100milekyle or email [email protected] Watch this full video on YouTube:...

This is my favorite podcast episode I recorded this year, if not ever... Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Lawrence Van Lingen is a running specialist from South Africa, who is gaining a lot of attention in the endurance space. He has worked with elite athletes such as Jan Frodeno and Taylor Knibb. Lawrence is a close friend and he has helped improve my running and health in a variety of different ways. ...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://drinklmnt.com/flo to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Today a follow up conversation about 80/20 running, low heart rate training, high intensity running and pain management. Matt Fitzgerald is an acclaimed endurance sports author, coach, and nutritionist. His many books include 80/20 Running, The Comeback Quotient, and On Pace. Ryan Whited is a personal trainer, an elite climber, and the founder of Paragon Athletics Gym. ...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://drinklmnt.com/flo to get your free sample pack with any purchase.   Liam Lonsdale is a professional photographer, trail runner and father of 2 young kids. He is sponsored athlete by brands like Speedland footwear and PATH projects and he is one of the main guys behind The Bandits, a running crew in Oakland, California.   We talk about advise for runners looking to connect more with others, how to find a running crew near you, or...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://drinklmnt.com/flo to get your free sample pack with any purchase.   Jennifer Kellett absolutely crushes the age group divisions. For example, she ran a half marathon in 1:37:31 and broke the Australian 65-69 age category record and at the time was only 2 seconds off the World Record. It wasn't until her early 60s that she made running her primary sport. Jennifer is a member of our Personal Best Running Coaching Program, more info at...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://drinklmnt.com/flo to get your free sample pack with any purchase. In this episode, three running coaches from The Personal Best Program, Floris Gierman, Amelia Vrabel and Ben Edusei reflect on running mistakes they have made, and common mistakes they see other athletes make. We discuss how to avoid these mistakes and set yourself up for success in training, racing and daily life.    Watch the full video on YouTube here:...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://drinklmnt.com/flo to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Todd Marentette is a 46-year-old athlete from Ontario, Canada. He went from around 250 lbs/113kg, to finishing 12 marathons. We discuss low heart rate training and his race lessons learned. Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/05QUrjPVN6Q    CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 02:36 How Todd got into running 06:33 Learning patience and looking after your...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Visit https://drinklmnt.com/FLO to get your free LMNT sample pack with any purchase.   Kasper van der Meulen is a renowned author, speaker, and expert in the fields of human performance, mindfulness, and breathwork. He has worked with many elite athletes, special operators and other high performers.    Watch this full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sY46A5AIhzs   CHAPTERS 00:00 Breathing techniques to improve your running 03:45 The...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://drinklmnt.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase.   Jennifer Schmidt helps active people navigate their mental health challenges towards wellness. She is a Recreation Therapist and Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach, taking athletes mental health beyond exercise.  Watch this full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SrG9dn2ADp0   CHAPTERS: 00:00​ how your sport performance can improve...

Matt Choi is a Korean / American Hybrid Athlete, combining strength and endurance. He is also an entrepreneur and content creator, with a large audience on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube.     We discuss how he structures his training as a hybrid athlete, mistakes he sees many athletes make in training and how to set yourself up for long term success in training, racing and every day life.   Thanks to PATH projects and LMNT for sponsoring this video! Visit https://pathprojects.com/FLO to...

Kyle Whalum, is a non-elite ultra runner and bass player for Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry and The Voice. We discuss MAF low heart rate training, quitting alcohol, meditation and mental health. Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Visit https://drinklmnt.com/FLO to get your free LMNT sample pack with any purchase. Watch this full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/giMsbYHvimE  CHAPTERS: 0:00 How to enjoy your running practice 3:00 Sponsor LMNT 4:35 How Kyle got into meditation...

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) provides insights to help you quantify stress, better balance training and lifestyle, and improve performance.   Marco Altini (PhD, MSc) has 50 publications+ and a few patents at the intersection between technology, health, and performance. He is the founder of HRV4Training (Heart Rate Variability), an app I use daily. He is also a data science advisor at Oura; a wearable ring and app to optimize how you sleep, workout and recover. He is also a strong non-elite...

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this episode! Head to http://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase.   Maria Lurenda Westergaard is a runner, a Doctor of Medicine and member of our Personal Best Program. She shares her success with low heart rate training and improved health.   Watch this full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/i5TmvBfJp-Y    CHAPTERS: 00:00 Compare to yourself 02:38 Sponsor: LMNT 03:50 Welcome Maria! Running and background. 05:34...

Thanks to PATH projects and LMNT for sponsoring this video! Visit https://pathprojects.com/FLO to get 10% off your order of PATH projects running gear. Visit https://drinklmnt.com/FLO to get your free LMNT sample pack with any purchase.   Dr Maffetone is a physician, athletic coach, and best-selling health and fitness author. He is also a singer-songwriter and music producer. We discuss his new book B-Sharp and how to train your brain for optimal health and athletic performance. I have...

Low heart rate training can work well for athletes of all levels (and ages), from beginners to advanced. In the episode we take a deep dive into Low Heart Rate Training with a detailed guide and cover:    1. What is low heart rate training? / Why?   2. How to train with a low heart rate?   3. How to overcome frustrations / challenges with low HR training?   4. The 10 common mistakes with low HR training   5. How much zone 2 training is right for you?   6. When and how to add...

Thanks to LMNT and HVMN for sponsoring this video! Visit https://drinklmnt.com/FLO to get your free LMNT sample pack with any purchase. Visit https://hvmn.com/FLO to save 20% off your order of Ketone IQ.   Chris Hauth is a two-time Olympian, former professional triathlete, ultra-runner and one of the world’s most respected endurance and ultra-endurance coaches. He is the founder of AIMP Coaching, which unlocks the best version of people through endurance experiences.   Watch this full...