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The Performance Compass
Hosted by Decker Lindsay, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach, gym owner, and entrepreneur, The Performance Compass is your ultimate guide to unlocking your full athletic potential. Whether you're a weekend warrior, a seasoned athlete, or just passionate about improving your health and fitness, this podcast delivers actionable insights and strategies to elevate your performance.
Each episode is packed with expert tips, real-world advice, and practical steps that you can implement right away to optimize your training, recovery, and overall well-being. From strength training and conditioning to nutrition, mindset, and injury prevention, The Performance Compass provides a holistic approach to becoming your best self—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Join Decker as he explores the science of performance, breaks down complex topics, and shares proven techniques for getting stronger, fitter, and more resilient. Whether you're looking to improve your athletic performance, break through plateaus, or simply lead a healthier lifestyle, The Performance Compass will help you chart your course for success.
Tune in and take the first step toward mastering your performance—no matter where you’re starting from!
The Performance Compass
Episode 18: How to Train for Your First Endurance Race
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Training for your first endurance race can feel overwhelming. How many miles should you run? How hard should you push? And why does everyone seem to have a different plan?
In this episode, we simplify the process and walk through a clear, effective structure for preparing for a 5K, half marathon, or full marathon. You’ll learn why easy runs are the foundation of your training (and why most people run them too fast), how threshold runs improve your pace and efficiency, and how to build long runs safely so you show up on race day confident instead of exhausted.
If you want to avoid burnout, stay healthy, and actually enjoy the process of training, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to follow.