136. The Art and Science of Easy Running, Bandera 100k Recap, and Core Values!

This episode was such a joyous (and loving) way to kick off 2023! The main training topic addressed one of the toughest and most important questions for all endurance training: what does "easy" actually mean in practice? The answer is nuanced, diving into athlete background, physiology, and goals. Athletes who figure out how to live in that uncertain space can get SO MUCH FASTER, and have more fun in the process. We also talked about a story showing the beauty of sports, featuring professional football player Damar Hamlin's miraculous recovery from cardiac arrest. And that was just the start! Other topics: how we have evolved on rest days over time, the Bandera 100k and the exciting future of trail and ultra running, life and training as new parents, a beautiful listener corner message on the quiet struggles many people are facing, a far-reaching conversation about core values, and much more! The core value that guides us the most? Giving you THE BEST PLAYLIST EVER to rock your training. Check out Love, Kindness, and Hill Strides: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2NjJ0CtKcNhO6CUqvmsVac?si=545fec4b15094821 For a weekly bonus episode (and bi-weekly newsletter), make sure you're subscribed to our Patreon. We love you all! WOOHOO! Support the podcast: patreon.com/swap Try Athletic Greens: athleticgreens.com/swap