Show Notes
In this episode, we break down the reality of reaching an elite level - from consistency, high mileage and recovery to genetics, running drills, mindset, super shoes, double-threshold training and heat training.
We also get into the demands of being a full-time professional runner, HYROX training, shoe rotation, and why doing more isn't always about running harder.
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00:00 Intro 05:33 The Mile World Record & Super Shoes 13:23 What's Happening in Track & Field 15:58 How Do You Become an Elite Runner? 19:16 Genetics vs Training Volume 24:24 Can You Go Elite With a 9–5 Job? 31:19 Why Elite Runners Do So Many Drills 37:12 Recovery, Stress & The Elite Mindset 44:27 Super Shoes & Double Threshold Training 01:20:03 Listener Q&A: HYROX, Shoes, Heat Training & Coaching
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