**I said 3:17 in the podcast, I meant 3:13 for Stephanie's marathon PR!**SummaryIn episode 61 of The Alchemical Life podcast, you guys can use my athlete breakdown of my client Stephanie Liles-Weyant to give you insight on how...

Bringing this episode back for an end of year REVIST because it is one that you could listen to over and over again and get helpful tips each time. Alec Blenis is a Murph world record holder, lifter, 2:40 marathoner, and hyrbid coach. He is jus...

Tis the season for FAMILY TIMEEEEE. Let's have some mommy daughter time, shall we? Today my mom joins me to talk about her witnessing my struggles, her honest thoughts on me moving to Iceland, and how she feels about me coming back to my faith....

BONUS EPISODE!!!Kat is back on the podcast to share how one of her hardest times led to a future she couldn't have even imagined. A story filled with heartbreak, rehab, debt, and faith. If you are going through a hard season, this podcas...

SummaryThe first official segment of The Alchemical Life Podcast - ALCHEMICAL OFF ROAD!! I chat about my personal journey in developing authority and autonomy in both coaching and athletic pursuits. What does it mean to be confide...

In this episode, I cover a common issue my clients come to me with: they stretch but are still ALWAYS TIGHT. Well, the solution to tight muscles isn't always stretching, and I'll tell ya why.

SummaryLet's talk about the often-unspoken mental toll of rigorous training this week. The relentless demands of intense physical regimens can overshadow every other aspect of life, leading to profound stress, exhaustion, and a di...

You may hear all the time that runners need to strength train, but why? What physiologically is happening in the body that contributes positively to someone's running? Find out in this episode! Introduction to Strength Training

Keeping it real. Have you ever used exercise to calm your mind? Ever used it to escape? Ever overdone it? Are you feeling like you're stuck in this constant cycle of recovering and cannot seem to handle hard training like you should...

The ultimate guide to vet ANY coach and ensure your investment is going to the right person. 

SummaryIn this episode, I break down how to manage strength training stimulus for endurance athletes without wrecking yourself. I emphasize the importance of load and stimulus management over merely sports-specific exercises. Your...

SummaryWelcome psycho...therapist Paul Peavy to the podcast! We get real about the dark side of endurance training —anxiety, OCD, comparison culture, and the constant pressure to do more. He gives the ultimate breathwork practice ...

SummaryIn this episode, I break down why static stretching isn't the injury prevention hero we've been told it is—and what runners should actually be doing instead. I explain what's physiologically happening when you hold your ham...

SummaryOne of my favorite episodes to date.Hybrid athlete Alec Blenis is a competitive marathoner with the physique of a body builder. He is proficient across many training modalities- Crossfit, ultra marathons, and olympic...

SUMMARY:Perspective can be a PED. Our mindset can make or break our performance as endurance athletes. As someone that has struggled deeply with this in my own training, business, and life, I am passionate about sharing this with you guys. ...

Let's welcome back fan-favorite Gary Droze!!! He comes back on the pod to discuss the psychology behind sports and racing. We delve into the mental hurdles athletes face, the importance of mental toughness, and practical strategies to overcome ...

SummaryIn this episode, I dive into what happens when your training just isn't clicking-  the mental and physical roadblocks we all hit, when to step back and honestly assess where you're at, and how to deal with getting sick...

On this episode of the Alchemical Life Podcast, I interview Blaine McConnell- football player, Crossfit games athlete, Team USA bobsledder, and now freak athlete and creator of "the best damn training channel on YouTube". We chat about the nuan...

Summary:a good old Q&A. How I got into running, can you trust your watch, how hard is it really to maintain strength while endurance running AND can you actually get jacked and run fast?!?!?!

SummaryIn this episode, I use a presentation from a seminar I held to better connect the strength and endurance world. I break down exactly how to balance volume, frequency, and intensity to IMPROVE your performance- not sabotage it....

SUMMARYIn this episode, I dish out all the secrets for my mile training: my background, my training, what went right, what went wrong, etc. Learn how to run your FASTEST miles yet. CHAPTERS00:00 Introduct...

SummaryMarriage is great, but should you be married to your mileage? Welcome to MA, mileage anonymous. Here we do not judge!! Figure out if you are in fact married to hitting mileage, when it becomes a problem, and most importantl...

SummaryState champion coach Gary Droze reveals which performance enhancers actually work—from caffeine timing to super shoes to altitude training—and exposes the expensive myths that slow you down. Plus: why your smartwatch might be ...

Summary: Hey! Today we chat about the importance of your training background when it comes to programming considerations for runners and lifters. Discover how your origin story can shape your training approach and learn about the benefit...

Summary:Elite masters runner Katie Sherron is an incredible runner and complete phenom in races from the mile to the half, but struggled in reaching her capabilities in the marathon. After several poor marathon experiences, Katie dec...