The Endurance Athlete Journey
Endurance athletes are constantly searching for the right way to train, fuel, and improve—but the amount of conflicting advice can make the process feel overwhelming.
The Endurance Athlete Journey Podcast helps simplify the path forward. Hosted by Coach Justin and sports dietitian Katie, the show explores the training, nutrition, and mindset principles that help endurance athletes stay healthy, build durability, and perform at their best.
Through practical coaching insights and real-world experience, each episode helps runners, cyclists, and triathletes better understand their training, fuel their bodies effectively, and navigate the challenges of endurance sport with confidence.
The Endurance Athlete Journey
Bonus Cast: Ironman Florida 70.3: An Endurance Athlete’s Journey - Week 10
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Summary:
In this episode, Coach Justin reflects on the end of week 10 of the Ironman Florida 70.3 training plan. He discusses the consistency achieved over the past three weeks, adjustments made to his training regimen, and the importance of mental preparation. Coach Justin also shares insights on his nutrition strategy, the decision to downgrade from a half marathon to an 8K, and the significance of strength training in endurance sports. The primary focus for this week’s training was “specificity”.
Takeaways:
- Consistency is key to successful training.
- Adjustments in training can lead to better performance.
- Mental preparation is as important as physical training.
- Nutrition plays a crucial role in endurance sports.
- Downgrading from a half marathon to an 8K was a strategic decision.
- Strength training is vital for endurance athletes.
- Training plans should be flexible to accommodate changes.
- Listening to your body is essential in training.
- Proper recovery is crucial for sustained performance.
- Belief in the training process is necessary for success.
Coach Justin's new wetsuit from Zoot Sports: Men's Manta Sleeveless Wetsuit - Marine Blue (www.zootsports.com)
For coaching inquiries:
Coach Katie → https://fuel2run.com
Coach Justin → https://tabularasaracing.com
Podcast Email → theenduranceathletejourney@gmail.com
