The Extramilest Podcast

Floris Gierman
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The Extramilest Podcast helps athletes reach their full potential in training, racing and life. Interviews with world class athletes, coaches and rukus makers about health, wellness and performance. Hosted by endurance athlete Floris Gierman.

  1. 5d ago

    #130: Molly Seidel's Advice to Improve Your Running

    Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow   Olympic bronze medalist Molly Seidel talks about the mental side of running, how to train your mind, quiet negative self-talk, recover smarter, and stop letting fear of the unknown hold back your running.   Watch the full video on YouTube   Topics covered: 0:00 — Molly Seidel: The mental side of running 2:38 — Morning threshold workouts in Flagstaff 4:09 — Recovering from Black Canyon & preparing for Western States 6:38 — Being open to infinite possibilities 9:48 — Advice for recreational runners 13:03 — How to train your mind like your body  14:53 — Mental toughness isn't about pushing through 15:44 — Self-talk and learning to be kinder to yourself 20:03 — Molly's approach to heat adaptation 23:26 — Moving from marathons to ultrarunning 27:17  — Journaling & processing highs and lows 31:16 — Social media, boundaries & authenticity 35:32 — Data vs feel in training 38:30 — Learning how to fuel for ultras 45:08 — Mistakes of recreational runners 47:44 — Race-day nerves and embracing challenge 49:37 — Molly's advice for her younger self 57:22— Female runners, menstrual cycles & health 1:02:04 — Advice for women experiencing cycle loss 1:06:33 — Recovery, sleep & naps 1:11:32 — How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete     Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.      FIND MOLLY: ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bygolly.molly ► STRAVA: https://www.strava.com/pros/16553663  ► SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@bygollymolly  ► YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Bygolly.itsmolly   LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► My Personal Best Running Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Precision Fuel and Hydration (Get 15% off your first order): http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow  ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/running-breakthroughs      YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com   ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com   ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our running coaching program can be found at https://www.skool.com/personalbest    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #MollySeidel #RunningPodcast #MarathonTraining #UltraRunning #MentalToughness #RunningMotivation #DistanceRunning #TrailRunning

    1h 14m

  2. Jun 12

    #129: From Complete Beginner at age 42 to Sub-2 Hour Half Marathon at age 48

    Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow   Katja shares the lessons how she went from a complete beginner to an experienced runner, how low heart rate training became a game changer, and ways to reach breakthroughs in your running and life.   Watch the full video on YouTube     Chapters: 0:00 — From Couch to 4 World Marathon Majors After 40 2:56 — When running first became meaningful 4:00 — Finding community through running 9:25 — The moment everything finally clicked in her training 10:48 — The breakthrough that made Katja faster 14:02 — How to race your best when everything goes wrong 16:31 — Precision Fuel and Hydration sponsorship 17:43 — The PR-or-bust racing approach 22:06 — Katja's journey with low heart rate training 24:53 — How to find your easy heart rate zone 25:55 — Why low intensity helps runners build safely 33:34 — Recovery from 50–60 mile weeks 37:44 — Why fueling properly improves recovery 39:48 — 90–100g of carbs per hour 44:09 — Sodium, hydration, and marathon fueling strategy 49:32 — Advice for new runners just starting out 53:55 — Why age shouldn't limit your running 56:09 — Strength training, mantras, and racing mindset 58:43— Learning to embrace the pain cave 1:04:23 — How to stay motivated and consistent 1:06:58 — Tommy Rivers at the NY Marathon 1:09:32 — Why running is about more than finish times 1:13:16 — Where to find Katja 1:14:00 — How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete 1:15:04 — What's next for Katja 1:15:47 — The mindset that keeps you improving as a runner   Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.    FIND KATJA: ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/katja_bluemoon/  ► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/KatjaSnaps  ► STRAVA: https://www.strava.com/athletes/65443975    LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED: ► My Personal Best Running Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Precision Fuel and Hydration (Get 15% off your first order): http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow  ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/running-breakthroughs  ► Jakob Ingebrigtsen Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQeh_Pg0Nz0   YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com   ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com   ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our running coaching program can be found at https://www.skool.com/personalbest.    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #Running #MarathonTraining #RunningMotivation #HalfMarathon #marathon #zone2

    1h 17m

  3. Jun 5

    #128: How to Overcome Race Nerves and Anxiety with Jude Brewer

    Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, and Heavenly Heat Saunas for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order of Precision Fuel & Hydration at https://visit.pfandh.com/thextramilest2026 | Get 6% off your sauna with code FLO at https://www.heavenlyheatsaunas.com/discount/FLO   Neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author Jud Brewer talks about anxiety, race day nerves, flow state, and how to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete overall.   Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CqD4C-v0P3o    Chapters: 0:00 — Jud Brewer on race anxiety, sleep, and flow 1:38 — Precision Hydration Sponsorship 3:15 — Why runners experience race day nerves 6:37 — How uncertainty fuels anxiety before races 7:57 — Anxiety as a negative habit loop 13:04 — How to deal with race week nerves and sleep anxiety 16:05 — Observing thoughts instead of fighting them 19:56 — Heavenly Heat Saunas Sponsorship 21:01 — How noting practice and the senses help runners stay present 24:02 — Forest bathing, awareness, and connecting with nature 29:25 — Why trail running encourages presence 32:03 — Gratitude, prayer, and rewiring the nervous system 37:45 — How relaxed running calms the mind and body 44:05 — Making hard workouts more playful 46:10 — How to move from anxiety into flow? 52:42 — Flow inhibitors, curiosity, and letting go of self-consciousness 56:15 — How technology and social media can block flow 1:00:51 — Setting better intentions around social media 1:03:20 — Jud's advice to his younger self 1:08:35 — Breathing techniques for anxiety 1:13:28 — Where to find Jud and his work 1:14:02 — How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete 1:14:48 — Jud's upcoming book Going Beyond Anxiety 1:17:40 — Precision Hydration Sponsorship 1:17:58 — The Power of Being Present   Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.    FIND JUD: ► WEBSITE: https://drjud.com ► SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@judbrewer      LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED: ► Heavenly Heat Saunas (Code: FLO for 6% off): https://heavenlyheatsaunas.com ► Precision Fuel & Hydration (15% off your first order at: https://visit.pfandh.com/thextramilest2026  ► Jakob Ingebrigtsen Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQeh_Pg0Nz0  ► Unwinding Anxiety Book: https://amzn.to/43W8Ncx  ► Unwinding Anxiety Program: https://unwindinganxiety.com/  ► Going Beyond Anxiety Program: https://www.goingbeyondanxiety.com/  ► The Craving Mind: https://amzn.to/4o659Gk     YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/running-breakthroughs  ► My Personal Best Running Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com   ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com   ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our running coaching program can be found at https://www.skool.com/personalbest.    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #running #raceday #anxietyrelief #anxiety #marathon

    1h 20m

  4. May 15

    #127: Jakob Ingebrigtsen's Advice to Run Faster, For Non-Elites

    Thanks to Heavenly Heat Saunas for sponsoring this video! Get 6% off your sauna with code FLO at https://www.heavenlyheatsaunas.com/discount/FLO   Jakob Ingebrigtsen is an Olympic and multi-time world champion and one of the greatest  middle-distance runners of his generation. In this episode he shares how he builds confidence, why consistency beats motivation, how the Norwegian double-threshold system works, and the routines behind his training and recovery. We also get into fear, failure, pacing Kipchoge, lactate testing, and how recreational runners should prioritize rhythm and routine.   Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OQeh_Pg0Nz0      Chapters:  0:00 — Jakob Ingebrigtsen on confidence, routine, and racing 0:53 — Welcome & Running Breakthroughs book 2:17 — How Jakob builds confidence through practice 3:58 — Why racing more helps with nerves 5:51 — How Jakob deals with failure and disappointment 6:33 — Jakob's Copenhagen Half Marathon experience 9:46 — Jakob's path to the marathon, will he go longer?  10:54 — Would Jakob ever run an ultramarathon? 13:11 — Balancing low and high intensity training 14:47 — Jakob's YouTube channel and showing the full athlete journey 15:24 — The Norwegian double threshold method 17:10 — What recreational runners misunderstand about threshold training 19:30 — Heavenly Heat Saunas Sponsorship 20:12 — How Jakob's training load has changed over time 21:19 — Measuring progress in training 23:27 — Jakob's training tools, heart rate, and lactate testing 27:51 — Developing Jakob's COROS Pace 4 watch 30:29 — Being fearless and chasing big goals 32:00 — Jakob's 1500m world record goal  3:25 33:19 — How Jakob journals and tracks key sessions 35:05 — Using data, intuition, and feel in training 36:40 — Jakob's recovery, sleep, nutrition, and routines 41:05 — Post-workout fueling and recovery meals 42:10 — Finding joy in treadmill running 45:33 — Jakob's advice on how to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete 47:14 — Building consistency while staying flexible 48:07 — Pacing with Eliud Kipchoge 48:50 — Jakob's closing advice for recreational runners 49:21 — Final thoughts and favorite moments with Jakob   Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.    FIND JAKOB INGEBRIGTSEN: ► YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@jakobinge  ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jakobing     LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED: ► Heavenly Heat Saunas (Code: FLO for 6% off): https://heavenlyheatsaunas.com ► COROS Pace 4: https://coros.com/buy/pace4-jakob  ► COROS HR Monitor - Jakob edition: https://coros.com/heart-rate-monitor  ► Lactate Pro 2: https://www.lactatepro2.com.au ► Kipchoge on Extramilest Show: https://youtu.be/Fktx7qLbXDc      YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/running-breakthroughs  ► My Personal Best Running Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com   ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com   ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our running coaching program can be found at https://www.skool.com/personalbest.    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #JakobIngebrigtsen #TrackAndField #NorwegianMethod #ThresholdTraining #Running #5k #marathon

    51 min

  5. May 1

    #126: Coach's Advice to Run & Recover Faster For Recreational Runners

    Thanks to Somnus Lab and Heavenly Heat Saunas for sponsoring this video! Get 10% off your Cooling Sleep System with code FLO at https://somnuslab.com | Get 6% off your sauna with code FLO at https://www.heavenlyheatsaunas.com/discount/FLO   At 58 years old, Albert Shank is still running strong, climbing mountains, and proving that your best running years don't have to be behind you. Coach Albert shares powerful lessons on low heart rate training, Zone 2 running, strength training, injury prevention, recovery, and longevity.   Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/plLtVFuBfAI    Chapters:  0:00 — Introducing Albert Shank 1:55 — Somnus Lab Sponsorship 2:57 — How to enjoy running for decades 3:43 — Albert's 58K Grand Canyon birthday adventure 4:10 — How Albert discovered low heart rate training 9:12 — Advice for new low heart rate runners 15:17 — What Albert understands about MAF training now 17:01 — Heavenly Heat Saunas Sponsorship 18:07 — Common mistakes in low heart rate training 25:01 — How to coach athletes in early frustration phase 28:35 — Adjusting for heat, stress, sleep, and illness 30:00 — Albert's current running and injury recovery 32:06 — How heart rate zones change with age 34:36 — Strength training for healthy aging 40:12 — Daily movement habits that build strength 46:00 — Keeping heart rate low on hills 50:18 — Treadmill vs outdoor running for heart rate training 51:27 — Weekly volume for runners over 40 54:29 — Cross-training for longevity 57:05 — Keeping running joyful and playful 59:55 — How training changes in your late 50s 1:13:55 — Cycling heart rate vs running heart rate 1:22:17 — Low heart rate running and keto: pros & cons 1:25:07 — Your best running years may not be behind you 1:27:17 — Does running performance have to drop with age? 1:29:23 — The advice Albert repeats most often 1:30:17 — Where to find Albert 1:30:59 —How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete   FIND ALBERT SHANK: ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/26803675 ► Website: https://hillrunner50.wixsite.com/hillrunner50   LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Somnus Lab (Code: FLO for 10% off : https://somnuslab.com ► Heavenly Heat Saunas (Code: FLO for 6% off): https://heavenlyheatsaunas.com ► Ryan Hall Episode: https://youtu.be/lHCA5AxPgb0 ► Dr. Rangan Chatterjee Episode: https://youtu.be/mF0CCpy3Dzo ► Lawrence van Lingen Episode: https://youtu.be/zDJrNa-tO8c  FIND FLORIS GIERMAN: ► Running Breakthroughs Book: https://florisgierman.com ► Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches, and health experts on how to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete. Learn more about our running coaching program at https://www.pbprogram.com    Affiliate Disclosure: Some links above are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.   Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #runningtips #marathontraining #runningmotivation #endurancetraining #marathon #running

    1h 34m

  6. Apr 24

    #125: Sara Hall's Advice For Non-Elite Runners

    Thanks to Heavenly Heat Saunas and Somnos Lab for sponsoring this video! Get 6% off your sauna with code FLO at https://www.heavenlyheatsaunas.com/discount/FLO  | Get 10% off your Cooling Sleep System with code FLO at https://somnuslab.com. Sarah Hall is one of the fastest American marathon runners in history, running 2:20 in her late 30s and continuing to compete at an elite level into her 40s. She is a mother of 4 and married to marathon legend Ryan Hall. In this conversation, she shares key lessons on marathon training, running longevity, mental strength, failure, and how to enjoy the process of becoming a stronger, healthier runner.   Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://youtu.be/en4w0-RpWgk    Chapters:  0:00 — Intro 1:28 — Heavenly Heat Saunas Sponsorship 2:36 — Writing For the Love of the Grind 5:08 — 30 years of running lessons 8:57 — The most common runner mistakes 13:26 — How running can become a form of service 16:05 — Strength training, Ryan Hall, and trails 20:08 — Somnus Lab Sponsorship 21:05 — The London Marathon 28:05 — Staying calm under pressure 32:34 — How Sarah thinks about failure 38:00 — Training intensity and intuition 41:55 — Rest, pizza, and underfueling 44:25 — Protecting your energy 48:56 — Female-specific advice for runners 52:24 — Running form and efficiency 55:48 — Race recovery done right 57:45 — Self-massage and pre-run bodywork 1:00:54 — The STEPS Foundation and running as service 1:04:38 — What still drives Sarah Hall 1:08:30 — How runners can get unstuck 1:10:05 — What success as a runner actually means 1:12:23 — Advice Sarah would give her younger self 1:15:10 — Where to find Sarah and her book 1:15:35 — How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete   FIND SARAH HALL: ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Sarahall3   LINKS AND TOOLS MENTIONED: ► For the Love of the Grind: https://amzn.to/4sQ5opG ► Side Kick Scraping Tool: https://sidekicktool.com/sarahall ► Heavenly Heat Saunas (Code: FLO for 6% off): https://heavenlyheatsaunas.com ► Somnus Lab (Code: FLO for 10% off): https://somnuslab.com ► The STEPS Foundation: https://www.thesteps-foundation.org FIND FLORIS GIERMAN: ► Running Breakthroughs Book: https://florisgierman.com ► Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches, and health experts on how to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete. Learn more about our running coaching program at https://www.pbprogram.com    Affiliate Disclosure: Some links above are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.   Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #runningtips #marathontraining #runningmotivation #endurancetraining #marathonrunner #womensrunningcommunity #running

    1h 18m

  7. Apr 17

    #124: Ryan Hall 2.0 on Strength Training For Runners, Lifting Heavy & Trail Running

    Thanks to Heavenly Heat Saunas and Somnos Lab for sponsoring this video! Get 6% off your sauna with code FLO at https://www.heavenlyheatsaunas.com/discount/FLO  | Get 10% off your Cooling Sleep System with code FLO at https://somnuslab.com. Ryan Hall is the first American to run a Sub 2:05 marathon. After retiring from pro running, Ryan took up weightlifting & running coaching. In round 2 of our conversation, we discuss strength training for runners, injury prevention, trail running and more in much detail. Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lHCA5AxPgb0  Chapters: 0:00 — Master your mind, master your running 0:55 — Introducing Ryan Hall 1:28 — Heavenly Heat Saunas Sponsorship 2:42 — Morning routine, meditation, and body awareness 4:15 — What kind of meditation works best for Ryan 8:50 — How to release tension in the body 11:53 — Meditation, lifting, and staying present 15:12 — Following curiosity from road running to trail adventures 18:42 — Advice for road runners getting into trail running 21:40 — How to become a more well-rounded athlete 25:47 — Trail running, self-trust, and staying calm 31:56 — Electrolyte strategy 36:17 — Strength training: Build power, stay injury-free 45:28 — When to push and when to back off 47:47 — Nutrition for gaining muscle 52:16 — Tracking calories, protein, and meal prep 56:22 — Fueling with carbs, fats, and protein 59:25 — Cooling strategies 1:03:45 — How to start strength training 1:07:01 — Why a simple gym program helps beginners 1:09:42 — Hitting plateaus and small gains 1:11:29 — Ryan's current goals and measuring fitness 1:13:15 — Where to find Ryan and his foundation 1:17:34 — How to become a more efficient runner 1:19:15 — Why jump rope is great for runners 1:23:14 — How to Become a Stronger, Happier, Healthier Athlete   FIND RYAN HALL HERE: ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanhall3  ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/ryanhall3  ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryanhall3  ► Website: https://blog.ryanandsarahall.com    LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Round 1 Extramilest Show with Ryan Hall on Strength Training: https://youtu.be/5EugD_uoBzw  ► Ryan Hall and Floris Gierman running 50k in the Grand Canyon: https://youtu.be/owYvOOx4x2M  ► The Hall Steps Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/TheHallStepsFoundation  ► Run Free Training: https://runfreetraining.com  ► Run the Mile You're In - (book) by Ryan Hall: https://amzn.to/3XlDzav  ► My Personal Best Running Club, Free 7 day Trial: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► My new book Running Breakthroughs, also as Audio book: https://geni.us/runningbreakthroughs   YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman  ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast  ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785  ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com  ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com    Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.   ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW:   A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.   More info about our new running coaching program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT    Thanks to Heavenly Heat Saunas and Somnos Lab for sponsoring this video: Get 6% off your sauna with code FLO at https://www.heavenlyheatsaunas.com/discount/FLO  Get 10% off your Cooling Sleep System with code FLO at https://somnuslab.com.

    1h 29m

  8. Apr 1

    #123: Why Most Runners Quit Too Early (Not What You Think) | Kerry Ward

    Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/flo  Kerry Ward and I discuss what really holds runners back and how to push through it. Kerry shares powerful stories from his races, lessons on saying yes to new challenges, and why the hard moments are actually the ones that matter most. For those who've ever struggled to stay consistent, felt like quitting mid-run, or wondered how to become mentally stronger. Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wqv8pOcmtCc  Chapters: 0:00 — The mindset that gets you through any run 0:59 — LMNT sponsorship 1:58 — Personal Best Program 2:10 — Running Breakthroughs book 2:27 — Meet Kerry and what holds recreational runners back 6:32 — How to handle low points in a race day 13:24 — The science of not giving up (rat study) 19:26 — Kerry's YouTube journey 22:40 — Check PB Program 23:29 — Embracing the low points and why it matters 31:14 — Being gentler with yourself in training 36:28 — Awareness, presence, & staying connected in the moment 37:53 — How to practice gratitude on the run 41:07 — Why does cold exposure build mental toughness? 45:01 — The power of running with others 48:13 — Advice for runners who feel too old or too slow 55:56 — Saying yes to new challenges & Kerry's first Ironman 1:02:52 — How to say yes more often 1:06:00 — Kerry's advice to his younger self 1:12:19 — Growth through experience and discomfort 1:16:52 — How runners can use visualization for training and racing 1:20:30 — Saying yes before you feel ready 1:26:03 — How to Become a Stronger, Happier and Healthier Athlete 1:29:18 — How to find your running tribe   FIND KERRY WARD: ► Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FullTiltWard ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerryward   LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED ► Personal Best Running Club, Free 7 day Trial: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► My new book Running Breakthroughs, also as Audio book: https://geni.us/runningbreakthroughs ► Wes Plate Cocodona 250 2021: https://youtu.be/p8we_9JpKg0 ► Kerry Ward Cocodona 250 2021: https://youtu.be/h_Lkp5zhcO4 ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com ► Extramilest Episode with Courtney Dauwalter: https://youtu.be/OTgwIEAN3B4    YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: ► Free 7 Day Trial For Our New Personal Best Running Club: https://www.pbprogram.com ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/runningbreakthroughs  ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman/ ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com  ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785  ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com      Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.   ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW:   A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.   More info about our new running coaching program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT

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About

The Extramilest Podcast helps athletes reach their full potential in training, racing and life. Interviews with world class athletes, coaches and rukus makers about health, wellness and performance. Hosted by endurance athlete Floris Gierman.

Information

  • Creator
    Floris Gierman
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    99
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Floris Gierman 2020
  • Show Website
    The Extramilest Podcast

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