Triumph: A Race Recap + Lessons in the Highs and Lows

Finding Strong

Summary

In this episode, Mark and Arthur are joined by guest Ash to discuss their recent race. Ash completed her first ultra and set a marathon PR during the race. They talk about Ash training leading up to the race and the importance of increasing mileage volume. They also discuss the highs and lows of the race, including the challenges of fueling properly. The episode concludes with a discussion on recovery and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset during races and training. In this conversation, Mark, Arthur, and Ash discuss their takeaways from their recent ultra races. They explore the importance of finding ways to make pursuing ultra running more tolerable and the gratitude for being back in the sport. The conversation emphasizes the growth mindset and the choice to push limits, as well as the privilege of suffering and appreciating the moments. They discuss the importance of discipline, doing hard stuff, and setting goals, and they share their plans for future races and training.

Takeaways

• Increasing mileage volume is important for training for longer races.
• Fueling properly during races is crucial for maintaining energy and avoiding fatigue.
• Recovery after a race is important and can involve low-impact cross-training and movement.
• Maintaining a positive mindset during races and training can help overcome challenges and push through difficult moments. Find joy in pursuing your goals.
• Express gratitude for the opportunities to participate in your chosen sport or activity.
• Recognize the toughness and indomitable spirit of others, and gain perspective on your own challenges.
• Choose a growth mindset and push your limits to achieve personal growth and accomplishment.
• Embrace discipline and do hard things to improve in all aspects of life.
• Set goals and break them down into manageable steps to overcome adversity.
• Incorporate strength training into your training to enhance performance.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Race Recap

01:26
Ash's First Ultra and Marathon PR

04:31
Mindset and Objectives Leading Up to the Race

08:32
Ash's Running Background

08:46
Training Mileage Leading Up to the Race

12:11
Low Points During the Race

16:07
Fueling Strategies

21:46
Maintaining a Positive Mindset

24:02
Finding Ways to Make Pursuing Ultra Running More Tolerable

24:38
Gratitude for Being Back in the Sport and the Desire for More

25:27
The Inspirational Story of James Lambert

26:51
Realizing the Toughness of Others and the Indomitable Human Spirit

27:47
The Competition Between Ash and Denise

28:16
The Growth Mindset and Choosing to Push Limits

30:00
The Privilege of Suffering and Appreciating the Moments

30:28
Discipline and Doing Hard Stuff

31:25
Choosing Growth Mindset and Creating Your Own Fate

32:13
The Importance of Discipline in All Aspects of Life

33:01
Setting Goals and Translating Discipline to Real Life

34:36
The Bridge Between Goals and Accomplishment

35:03
The Importance of Doing Hard Stuff and Stepping Out of Comfort Zones

36:56
Taking Tasks One Step at a Time and Overcoming Adversity

37:05
Ash's Next Big Race and the Potential in the Sport

39:16
Mark's Next Big Race

41:41
Adding More Climbing to Training for Effective Race Day Performance

42:54
Improving Fueling and Incorporating Strength Training for Better Performance

45:21<

Capítulos

1. Triumph: A Race Recap + Lessons in the Highs and Lows (00:00:00)

2. Ultra Race Success (00:00:34)

3. Ultra Marathon Training and Racing Experience (00:10:02)

4. Endurance Athletes Discuss Fueling Strategies (00:15:25)

5. Post-Ultra Recovery and Mindset Learnings (00:18:52)

6. Growth Mindset in Ultra Running (00:24:31)

7. Mindset and Future Ultra Goals (00:34:54)

8. Yearly Training Plans and Racing (00:38:31)