80/20 Endurance

Matt Fitzgerald & Hanna Hunstad
80/20 Endurance

80/20 Endurance is the world’s leading developer of training plans for endurance athletes—and now it’s also a podcast! Hosted by Matt Fitzgerald and Hanna Hunstad, our eclectic weekly series aims to entertain, inform, and inspire athletes of all abilities and experience levels by providing a forum for lively conversations with a diverse range of personalities from the endurance world. Follow us on Instagram @8020endurance and learn more about us at 8020endurance.com. 

  1. 12/22/2023

    Ryan Whited: Pain and Performance

    In this episode, we chat with Ryan Whited, a trainer who developed a unique approach to pain management called 'Training is Treatment.' Whited shares his experiences, which include grappling with injuries stemming from his various physical activities such as Karate, football, and climbing. As an expansion of his coaching, Whited has co-authored a book named 'Pain and Performance' with Matt Fitzgerald. Leveraging a biographical approach, it reveals Whited’s journey from athlete to coach, helping others manage pain through a simplified, non-medicalized, and empowering method. The goal is to foster independence in the athletes and steer them away from the prevailing notion that pain equals damage. 00:00 Introduction and Meeting Ryan Whited 00:32 The Failed First Attempt at Podcasting 01:27 How Matt and Ryan Met 02:50 The Idea of Writing a Book Together 03:55 The Role of Pain in Performance 06:56 The Importance of Understanding Pain 09:21 The Role of Emotion in Pain Management 13:13 The Impact of Pain on Athletes 17:33 The Story of a Patient's Pain Journey 19:47 The Importance of Contextualizing Pain 21:16 The Role of Coaching in Pain Management 22:10 The Misconceptions about Pain and Injury 24:51 The Impact of the Book 'Pain and Performance' 27:19 The Titanic Analogy and the Need for Change 27:35 Introducing the Book: Pain and Performance 28:28 Challenging the Current Medical Paradigm 30:34 The Role of a Coach vs. a Clinician 33:38 The Importance of Empowering Athletes 34:01 The Misconceptions about Pain and Injury 35:03 The Dance Metaphor: Understanding Pain 35:29 Real-life Examples of the Methodology in Action 39:23 The Impact of the Book on Coaches 42:40 The Complexity of Pain and the Neuroscience Behind It 46:03 The Unusual Life Stories of the Author Connect with Ryan: Instagram: @training_as_treatment Check Out Ryan's Gym: Paragon Athletics Connect With Us: Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's Jams Matt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams 80/20 Endurance Sign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter here

    51 min
  2. Jack Mullaney: The Heart of Coaching

    11/16/2023

    Jack Mullaney: The Heart of Coaching

    Live from Dream Run Camp: An In-depth Conversation with Coach Jack Mullaney of The Hoka Northern Arizona Elite Team In this episode, we welcome guest, Jack Mullaney, newly hired coach of the Hoka Northern Arizona Elite professional running team. Our conversation explores a variety of topics including Jack's coaching style and philosophy, the importance of building strong relationships and trust with athletes, his approach to drawing meaningful insights from data in training, and his thoughts on innovation in sport. Throughout the discussion, Jack emphasizes the importance of values in coaching, particularly his five principles of connection, competition, consistency, curiosity, and compassion. The conversation also touches upon the role of a coach in creating a space where athletes can be open and honest about their struggles and successes. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:46 Introducing the Guest: Jack Mullaney 01:35 Jack's Perspective on the Team 02:23 The Importance of Good People in a Team 05:42 Jack's Background and Love for Reading 05:59 The Art of Coaching and Reading 07:02 The Role of Writing in Coaching 10:31 Jack's Unexpected Hiring 16:46 Jack's Values and Coaching Philosophy 20:55 Audience Questions Begin 21:01 Building Trust with Athletes 21:52 Importance of Structure and Scheduling 24:16 Authenticity in Coaching 36:48 Incorporating Data in Coaching Decisions 41:08 Potential of Writing a Book 43:05 Closing Remarks Connect With Us: Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's Jams Matt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams 80/20 Endurance Sign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter here

    46 min
  3. 11/03/2023

    Sarah Gearhart: Kenyan Runners, Coaching, and Culture

    Sarah Gearhart on 'We Share the Sun' and Kenya's Elite Runners In this podcast episode, Sarah Gearhart, author of 'We Share the Sun', discusses her time in Kenya profiling elite runners and the acclaimed running coach, Patrick Tsang. Throughout the conversation, Sarah delves into various aspects of Kenyan running culture, the significance of the food known as UGALI in the runner's diet, and her personal experience in training with the athletes. Sarah discusses how Patrick's unique coaching approach has sculpted world-class runners like Elliot Kipchoge, focusing on overall character development rather than just athletic performance. Sarah also reflects on her unique experiences, observations, and the challenges faced while conducting research for her book during the Covid-19 pandemic. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:09 Understanding Oogali and its Role in Kenyan Running 00:44 Sarah's Journey to Kenya 01:23 The Story of Patrick Tsang: A Renowned Kenyan Running Coach 01:46 Sarah's Journey to Writing a Book about East African Runners 02:33 Sarah's Personal Connection to Running and Kenya 04:37 Challenges of Researching and Writing a Book during a Pandemic 07:22 Cultural Differences between New York City and Kenya 12:31 The Impact of Patrick Tsang's Coaching Philosophy 33:28 The Relationship between Patrick Tsang and Elliot Kipchoge 36:07 The Definition of Success in Patrick Tsang's Perspective 37:52 The Influence of Patrick Tsang's Coaching on Other Athletes 41:23 The Impact of Sarah's Book on Readers Connect With Sarah: Instagram Her Book, "We Share The Sun" Connect With Us: Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's Jams Matt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams 80/20 Endurance Sign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter here

    46 min
4.8
out of 5
24 Ratings

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80/20 Endurance is the world’s leading developer of training plans for endurance athletes—and now it’s also a podcast! Hosted by Matt Fitzgerald and Hanna Hunstad, our eclectic weekly series aims to entertain, inform, and inspire athletes of all abilities and experience levels by providing a forum for lively conversations with a diverse range of personalities from the endurance world. Follow us on Instagram @8020endurance and learn more about us at 8020endurance.com. 

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