The Extramilest Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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 rest, and how to embrace discomfort while keeping it fun. 

 

If you'd like to learn more about my Personal Best Running coaching program, check https://www.PBprogram.com/ 

 

Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OTgwIEAN3B4 

 

 

CHAPTERS

• 0:00 - Courtney’s Winning Formula for Training and Racing
• 4:58 - Her First Marathon: What Really Happened
• 7:48 - Early Ultrarunning Lessons That Shaped Her
• 12:41 - How to Start and Improve with Trail Running
• 18:50 - How Courtney Adjusts Her Training Day to Day 
• 26:02 - Training Experiments: Successes and Challenges
• 31:17 - Sleep, Strength, and Self-Care for Peak Performance
• 36:55 - Embracing the Pain Cave: Courtney’s Mindset Shift
• 45:36 - Advice Courtney Would Give Her Younger Self
• 46:43 - How Failure Drives Success in Ultrarunning
• 49:55 - Behind the Scenes: Sponsors and What Fuels Her
• 53:45 - How to Follow and Connect with Courtney
• 55:00 - How to Become a Stronger, Happier and Healthier Athlete

 

FIND COURTNEY HERE:

► Website: https://www.courtneydauwalter.com/ 

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneydauwalter/ 

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LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED

► Solomon: salomon.com

► The Feed: thefeed.com

► Tailwind Nutrition: tailwindnutrition.com

► Kodiak Cakes: kodiakcakes.com

► SunGod Sunglasses: sungod.co

► Injinji Toe Socks: injinji.com

► Suunto Watches: suunto.com

► Leki Poles: leki.com

► Petzl Headlamps: petzl.com

► Squirrel's Nut Butter: squirrelsnutbutter.com

YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: 

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/ 

► Personal Best Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ 

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman/ 

► Website: https://extramilest.com 

► 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.pbprogram.com. 

 

Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT 

 

LMNT are offering a free sample of 8 serving packs to listeners of the Extramilest Show, with any order. Get yours at http://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO

 

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, check https://www.PBprogram.com/ 

 

Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xHA6vcxqchM?si=zF38YCsyuY5i6a_x 

 

 

 

CHAPTERS:

• 0:00 - The three pillars of health: nutrition, workout, and sleep
• 0:46 - Intro to Matteo Franceschetti and sleep optimization
• 1:24 - LMNT sponsor
• 2:32 - Sleep fitness: practical tips 
• 10:47: Optimal sleep protocols for high performance
• 13:51 - Caffeine, alcohol, and nutrition’s impact on sleep
• 16:10 - Tools to improve sleep 
• 21:58 - Eight sleep technology
• 27:52 - Common sleep mistakes
• 36:03 - Impact of sleep, sleep needs, and tips for athletes
• 40:57 - Gender differences in sleep needs
• 42:48 - The growing awareness of sleep optimization
• 45:53 - Advice to matteo’s younger self
• 50:00 - How endurance athletes can nail sleep

 

 

FIND MATTEO FRANCESCHETTI HERE: 

► Twitter: https://x.com/m_franceschetti 

► Eight Sleep website. Get $350 off at https://refer.eight.sl/pw3e46cg 

 

 

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LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED: 

► Eight Sleep website. Get $350 off at https://refer.eight.sl/pw3e46cg

► Philips Hue Dim Lights: https://a.co/d/6eKuAY3

► Plunge Cold Tub, recently I upgraded to this ice bath. Get $500 off: https://plunge.pxf.io/Nkg9EV

► Blue Light Blocking Glasses: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=blue+light+blocking+glasses

► Blackout Curtains: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=blackout+curtains

► Sauna: https://www.sunlighten.com/

► CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia): https://tinyurl.com/4u457hxy

 

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: 

► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ 

► Free Weekly Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe

► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman

► Strava: strava.com/athletes/1329785

► Instagram: instagram.com/florisgierman

► Website: extramilest.com

► Website: pathprojects.com

► Podcast: extramilest.com/podcast/

 

 

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 Personal Best 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 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 how to start one. We cover running equipment, and overcoming challenges in training, racing and life.

 

Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/pSo7Uq2SSfo 

 

 

Chapters:

• 00:00 Intro
• 02:41 Welcome Liam!
• 03:35 Bay Bandits run crew, spreading the trail love!
• 05:14 Finding the right running group for you.
• 14:44 Running and mental well-being.
• 16:47 Developing a running shoe (and shirt!), spirit of collaboration.
• 19:44 More on trail shoes and other running gear.
• 33:49 Little wins vs big crazy goals, coping with injury.
• 39:43 Advice for runners to improve, including your ups & downs (hills)
• 47:22 Transitioning from road to trail, slowing down or stopping.
• 50:04 Meditation, breathwork and mindfulness of the body.
• 58:13 Where to find out more about Liam.
• 59:03 Closing thoughts.
• 1:00:11 Outro

 

FIND LIAM LONSDALE HERE:

• Website ~ https://www.liamlonsdale.com
• Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/liamlonsdale 
• Strava ~ https://www.strava.com/athletes/7262053 

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED:

• Harvard Longevity Studies ~ https://bit.ly/3sXo3al
• Bluezones ~ https://www.bluezones.com/
• SPEEDLAND ~ https://www.runspeedland.com/
• SPEEDLAND x PATH projects Shoe ~ https://www.runspeedland.com/products/gs-oak 
• PATH Projects ~ https://pathprojects.com/
• Stance socks ~ https://amzn.to/47SQYeG
• Othership app ~ https://www.othership.us/app
• Dr. Phil Maffetone – 5-Minute Power Break ~ https://bit.ly/3XxGLjy
• Andrew Huberman (breathwork) ~ https://bit.ly/47VmOHG
• Wim Hof (breathwork) ~ https://bit.ly/41gAzyF

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: 

• Our Personal Best Coaching Program: www.pbprogram.com
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman 
• Strava: strava.com/athletes/1329785
• Instagram: instagram.com/florisgierman
• Website: extramilest.com
• Website: pathprojects.com
• Podcast: extramilest.com/podcast/

 

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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 Personal Best 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 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 https://www.pbprogram.com/ 

 

Watch the full video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/IidfDmGAXqs 

 

 

Chapters:

• 00:00 Intro (Jennifer)
• 00:27 Intro (Floris)
• 02:50 Welcome Jennifer!
• 04:17 Running smarter not harder.
• 08:18 Going beyond limits, the perception of an age barrier.
• 11:38 From higher intensity to slowing down in training.
• 13:10 MAF training “guard rails”, max heart rate and running by feel.
• 15:53 Advice for people starting out with heart rate training.
• 17:29 Training in the heat (Australia)
• 18:40 Recovery strategy for a short turnaround of events, plus breaking records!
• 21:36 Starting running at different ages.
• 23:28 Don’t chase the squirrel! Letting go of ego and improving self-awareness.
• 27:17 Jennifer’s 2023 Chicago Marathon experience.
• 33:14 Raceday doesn’t always go to plan. Eating on the move? Take your blender!
• 35:29 Jennifer’s training routine, being an intuitive runner and avoiding injury.
• 41:07 Looking towards the Comrades Marathon.
• 43:29 Advice for people looking to go further distances. 
• 46:09 Closing thoughts; training load and strength training as we get older.
• 52:08 Outro.

 

FIND JENNIFER KELLETT HERE:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniek1111
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningfromoldage
• Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/19073319
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.kellett.186

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED:

• Per-Olof Åstrand ~ https://www.topendsports.com/testing/history-astrand.htm
• Stephen Seiler Ted Talk ~ https://bit.ly/47D2OJQ
• Comrades Marathon ~ https://www.comrades.com/
• Vitamix blender ~ https://amzn.to/3Qya8PT

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: 

• Our Personal Best Coaching Program: www.pbprogram.com
• YouTube: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT
• Strava: strava.com/athletes/1329785
• Instagram: instagram.com/florisgierman
• Website: extramilest.com
• Website: pathprojects.com
• Podcast: extramilest.com/podcast/

 

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 running coaching program that Jennifer Kellett is a part of can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com. 

 

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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: https://youtu.be/vFfOTnN765Q 

 

 

CHAPTERS:

• 0:00 How to deal when something doesn't go according to plan
• 3:13 Sponsor LMNT
• 4:24 Welcome coach Ben Edusei and Amelia Vrabel
• 5:09 Amelia: How easy is your easy running?
• 7:33 Ben: prioritizing running with physical and mental well-being.
• 11:05 Amelia: On the struggle bus? Get off the bus!
• 13:17 Low heart rate training, training volume and speedwork.
• 19:40 Amelia: Social media and ego.
• 21:57 Ben: The MAF test as a measurable counter to the ego.
• 23:11 Floris & Ben: The comparison trap and the inner critic.
• 26:01 Ben: Making recovery your priority.
• 27:36 Amelia: Framing how health foundations affect running.
• 28:28 Floris: Sleep and training volume.
• 30:41 Amelia: A running diet for success.
• 33:06 The physical effects of digital behavior, being present.
• 38:30 The day you stop racing, is the day you win the race.
• 43:45 Implementing strength and mobility as a habit. Your Why.
• 53:37 When race day doesn’t go according to plan.
• 1:08:05 Amelia: Closing thoughts.
• 1:09:23 Ben: Closing thoughts.
• 1:10:03 Floris: Learning, journaling and mindset.
• 1:12:08 The power of community.
• 1:13:13 Find out more about Ben and Amelia.
• 1:14:33 Floris: Closing thoughts.

 

FIND COACH AMELIA VRABEL HERE:

• Website: https://www.focusedfootsteps.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focusedfootsteps
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/amelia262
• Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6278182

 

FIND COACH BEN EDUSEI HERE:

• Website: https://benedusei.com 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_edusei 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@benedusei479 
• Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/45106672 
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/ben_edusei  

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED:

• PB Program (running coaching): https://www.pbprogram.com 

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: 

• Our Personal Best Coaching Program: www.pbprogram.com
• YouTube: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT
• Strava: strava.com/athletes/1329785
• Instagram: instagram.com/florisgierman
• Website: extramilest.com
• Website: pathprojects.com
• Podcast: extramilest.com/podcast/

 

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 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 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 feet!
• 12:28 Fundamentals for non-elite runners, Todd’s routine.
• 16:43 Challenges and benefits with low heart rate training
• 20:45 First race day experiences
• 25:50 Further training cycles and races, beat your average!
• 28:19 What is your Why?
• 30:45 Running all seasons in Ontario
• 34:23 The perfect race morning
• 36:24 Heart rate monitoring, watch tech and metrics.
• 41:51 Base-building and adding in speed
• 47:37 Running isn’t just running
• 50:11 The role of recovery in training
• 53:18 Keeping active while desk-working, beauty of the trails.
• 56:22 Increasing volume of low intensity running
• 1:01:41 Find out more about Todd
• 1:02:13 What Todd learned through his running experiences.
• 1:04:06 Closing thoughts, don’t be afraid to ask for help!
• 1:07:10 Outro – about the PB Program

 

FIND TODD MARENTETTE HERE:

• Instagram: instagram.com/altramarathonman 

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED:

• Garmin Fenix watches - amzn.to/3RS6a6Y 
• Polar H10 chest strap HRM - amzn.to/3LYV644
• PATH projects apparel - /pathprojects.com
• Altra Footwear - amzn.to/3S1Rxhp
• Danny Dreyer Chi Running - youtube.com/watch?v=VrHyT-D1se8 
• Dr Mark Cucuzzella - youtube.com/watch?v=wCbr-dkUi7Q
• Dr Phil Maffetone - youtube.com/watch?v=_TPrenWWK9U
• Coach Amelia Vrabel - youtube.com/watch?v=rW6mr8A_dpA
• Coach Ben Edusei - youtube.com/watch?v=-mIcYyVqXNw 

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: 

• Our Personal Best Coaching Program: www.pbprogram.com
• YouTube: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT
• Strava: strava.com/athletes/1329785
• Instagram: instagram.com/florisgierman
• Website: extramilest.com
• Website: pathprojects.com
• Podcast: extramilest.com/podcast/

 

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 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 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 power of the breath. Kasper’s journey to getting the word out
• 08:04 State regulation through breathwork, minimal effective dose
• 11:56 Breathing strategies for athletes, Hypoventilation (under breathing)
• 17:16 The less you ventilate, the more you respirate
• 19:28 Balancing training load with breathwork as an aid to health and performance
• 21:47 Breathing practice for endurance running and recovery
• 31:07 Functional and dysfunctional breathing, hyperventilation and trauma
• 40:46 Posture and breath, desk athletes’ hips and glutes
• 51:07 How to coordinate movement and breath
• 1:01:31 Breathwork Masterclass with Kasper
• 1:06:09 Ways to become a strong, healthier and happier athlete
• 1:10:32 Outro and enter to win contest

 

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FIND KASPER VAN DER MEULEN HERE

Kasper is also the founder of Breathwork Masterclass, to become a Certified Masterful BreathCoach. 

► Website: https://breathworkmasterclass.com/

► Instagram: (kaspersfocus) https://www.instagram.com/kaspersfocus/

 

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED

► My Berlin Marathon Race Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZIUBaAXIoo

► Mindlift (book) by Kasper Van Der Meulen https://amzn.to/469DVoC

► Scott Jurek books https://amzn.to/3ZEg4Ls

► Lawrence Van Lingen – YouTube https://bit.ly/46wNv4v

► Breathing for Warriors (book) by Belisa Vranich https://amzn.to/3LIfqXs

 

EXTRAMILEST SHOWS MENTIONED:

► Dr. Phil Maffetone on Training Your Brain #68 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfUCQ-LQeYo

► Kilian Jornet’s Advice to Race Faster, For Non-Elites #51 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJZO-t6O5Bk

► Shut Your Mouth for Running and Health, with Patrick McKeown #30 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1JMP_-zoEY

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/

► Personal Best Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman

► Website: https://extramilest.com

► Website: https://pathprojects.com

 

MORE ABOUT KASPER VAN DER MEULEN:

Kasper van der Meulen is a highly respected figure in the realms of human performance, mindfulness, and breathwork. With a strong academic foundation in neuroscience and an unwavering commitment to exploring the boundless capacities of the human psyche and physiology, Kasper has devoted his professional journey to assisting individuals in realizing their fullest potential and cultivating healthier, more enriching existences.

Through an array of mediums such as authored works, educational seminars, and keynote addresses, Kasper disseminates practical methodologies and profound insights, which originate from his extensive research endeavors and personal encounters. His primary focus frequently revolves around harnessing the transformative capabilities of breathwork and mindfulness techniques to optimize mental and physical well-being, bolster concentration and efficiency, and nurture resilience in the face of life's formidable trials.

Kasper van der Meulen's comprehensive strategy for enhancing human potential has solidified his status as a leading authority within the sphere of personal development. His enduring mission is to motivate and empower individuals across the globe, encouraging them to tap into their innate potential and embark on more conscious, purpose-driven paths in life.

 

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.pbprogram.com .

 

Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT 

 

🚨 GIVEAWAY!! Win a $100 gift card to PATH projects. To enter, subscribe to my YouTube channel & comment: what was your favorite takeaway, lesson or quote from this video? 1 winner will be picked by November 30th from the YouTube comments.

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 significantly
• 03:06​ how Jen became a mental health coach for athletes
• 05:15​ how mental health starts in the body
• 06:54 ​recognizing mental health issues in athletes
• 10:56​ getting to the root causes of stress responses, looking at biology
• 16:02​ anxiety and depression as symptoms, not isolated states
• 17:01​ practical ways to manage anxiety in the moment
• 20:29​ inflammation with anxiety and depression
• 22:31​ nail the basics, then get to the “fancy” stuff
• 23:47​ stress of a busy schedules and talking about our emotions
• 28:47​ potential benefits of cold exposure
• 36:29​ light and mood, circadian rhythms, SAD lamps
• 40:57​ injury and identity with sport
• 44:04​ journaling, stream of consciousness writing and gratitude
• 47:39​ laughter is the best medicine!
• 53:48​ transformational journeys for athletes
• 58:22​ holistic approach to training and health
• 1:00:22​ mental health after racing, finding that dopamine hit!
• 1:03:03​ find out more about Jennifer
• 1:04:32​ closing thoughts Floris

 

FIND JENNIFER SCHMIDT HERE:

► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ignitehealthcoaching

► Website - www.igniteyourhealth.ca

► Weekly Newsletter - https://www.igniteyourhealth.ca/mental-health-pb/ 

 

LINKS & TOOLS

► Wim Hof on Extramilest Show https://youtu.be/6-WVAsie2oA

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast

► My Running Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com 

► My weekly newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe 

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman 

► Website: https://extramilest.com 

► Website: https://pathprojects.com 

 

Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an 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.

 

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.

 

🚨 GIVEAWAY!! Win a $100 gift card to PATH projects. To enter, subscribe to my YouTube channel & comment: what was your favorite takeaway, lesson or quote from this video? 1 winner will be picked by November 30th from the YouTube comments.

 

To learn more about our running coaching program, from 5k to marathons and ultra distances, for beginners, intermediate and advanced runners, visit https://www.pbprogram.com 

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 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.

Watch this full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8Dqa0ntlfUQ 

 

CHAPTERS:

00:00​ Training like a hybrid athlete 03:05​ Advice for newer athletes 05:54​ Transition from high intensity to slowing down 08:07​ What is a hybrid athlete? 10:45​ Strength, individualized training and healthy ageing 12:55 ​Training week structure, nutrition, recovery 16:09 3 Mistakes hybrid athletes make, intensity and recovery 21:17​ Race day examples from Matt: what worked and what didn’t! 26:29​ Dealing with adversity, how we talk to ourselves 34:26​ Optimize motivation and discipline 38:08 ​Important lessons learned from David Goggins 41:20​ Pulling from different energy systems 43:24​ What Matt and Floris noticed after taking Creatine 53:33​ What footwear is right for you and why 1:02:01​ Nutrition principles as a hybrid athlete 1:07:39​ Find out more about Matt 1:08:32​ Advice for athletes looking to improve long term 1:10:47​ Final thoughts Floris

 

FIND MATT CHOI HERE:

► Coaching/website - https://mattchoi.co

► YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MattChoi

► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattchoi_6

► TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@mattchoi6

 

LINKS & TOOLS

► David Goggins https://davidgoggins.com

► Creatine https://amzn.to/44rolCZ

► Peter Attia https://peterattiamd.com

► Andrew Huberman https://hubermanlab.com

► Ryan Hall on Extramilest Show https://youtu.be/5EugD_uoBzw 

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast

► My Running Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com 

► My weekly newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe 

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman 

► Website: https://extramilest.com 

► Website: https://pathprojects.com 

 

Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an 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.

 

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.

 

🚨 GIVEAWAY!! Win a $100 gift card to PATH projects. To enter, subscribe to my YouTube channel & comment: what was your favorite takeaway, lesson or quote from this video? 1 winner will be picked by October 31st from the YouTube comments.

 

To learn more about our running coaching program, from 5k to marathons and ultra distances, for beginners, intermediate and advanced runners, visit https://www.pbprogram.com 

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 out of necessity

13:40 How to get into consistent meditation

18:30 How meditation can improve your running

21:20 MAF training experiences and learnings

26:50 Why and how Kyle stopped drinking alcohol

28:20 Advice for first 6 months of MAF training

31:10 Kyle’s first MAF training breakthrough with Kyle 

34:00 Base building and high intensity running

35:21 Advice to start with MAF running

37:00 Lifestyle changes, taking a look under the hood

38:05 How combine working late, dad mode and running?

43:12 Floris shares his skateboard tour experiences

45:17 Night shift workers and sleep approach

48:50 Sacrifices to reach big goals

53:35 Cutting out alcohol, setting up support system

57:28 Poster Floris office, My Life In Weeks

1:01:40 Having fun besides drinking alcohol

1:06:55 Advice for athletes looking to improve

1:08:46 Closing thoughts Floris

1:09:44 How to run and be present

1:11:35 Personal Best Program Community

 

FIND MARCO HERE:

► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kylewhalum/

 

LINKS AND TOOLS MENTIONED

► My Life In Weeks - 4k poster: https://bit.ly/4kweeks

► Center For Resilience - https://www.davidlynchfoundation.org

► Reframe Drinking App - https://bit.ly/reframe-app

► Katy Perry Tour - https://www.katyperry.com/tour/ 

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast

► Personal Best Program: https://www.pbprogram.com 

► My weekly newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe 

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785 

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman 

► Website: https://extramilest.com 

► Website: https://pathprojects.com 

 

Thanks to PATH projects and LMNT for sponsoring this episode! Visit PATHprojects.com/flo to learn more about my favorite apparel for training, racing and life.

Also, head to  http://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase.

 

Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an 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.

 

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.

 

🚨 GIVEAWAY!! Win a box of LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix. To enter, subscribe to my YouTube channel & comment: what was your favorite takeaway, lesson or quote from this video? 1 winner will be picked by September 30th from the YouTube comments.

 

To learn more about our running coaching program, from 5k to marathons and ultra distances, visit https://www.pbprogram.com