
#94: Massive Running Improvements, 5:28 to 3:43 Marathon, with Daniel Edwards
The Extramilest PodcastShow Notes
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Daniel Edwards is a 51 year old recreational runner who has achieved massive running improvements through low heart rate training and consistent habits. Daniel shares his lessons learned, tips on balancing life and running, and strategies for staying healthy, strong, and motivated as an athlete.
Daniel is a member of our Personal Best Running Coaching Program. Learn more at https://www.pbprogram.com/
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CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Transformation through low heart rate training 1:00 - Introduction to Daniel Edwards 1:32 - LMNT sponsor 2:49 - Advice for his younger self 5:22 - Changes in running and training habits 8:15 - Nutrition: tracking, dietitian support, and meal planning 12:12 - Marathon fueling strategies and race experience 14:01 - Progression in races 19:51 - Overcoming pre-race doubts and building training consistency 24:40 - Advice for runners on consistency and strength training 26:51 - First experience with low heart rate training 30:44 - Finding the right heart rate zones for training 39:28 - Balancing training, work, and family 46:22 - Staying motivated during tough seasons 51:37 - Managing diabetes as a runner 55:30 - Becoming a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete
FIND DANIEL EDWARDS HERE: ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/109297583 ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080488824062
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YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program that Daniel is part of: https://www.pbprogram.com/ ► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Website: https://extramilest.com/ ► Website: https://pathprojects.com/flo ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/
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