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EPISODE · Jul 13, 2026 · 1H 27M

182: You Can't Cheat the Marathon — Eric Floberg's 8-Year Journey to 2:29

from The Nick Bare Podcast · host Nick Bare

Eric Floberg ran his first marathon in 3:50. Eight years later, he crossed the Boston finish line in 2:29.In this episode, we are covering his marathon journey, fueling breakthroughs, training volume, the mindset unlock, balancing fatherhood, sobriety, and why discipline without gratitude will cost you.CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro4:44 Sweat Tests, Sodium Loss & Electrolyte Strategy12:30 Why Dads Need a Goal That's Just Theirs23:08 The Wake-Up Moment28:18 Years 1–532:28 How Everything Changed40:16 Carb Loading/Race Fueling Mistakes45:36 The Full Marathon Timeline51:09 What Made the Biggest Difference1:09:23 Stop Feeling Guilty for Being Tired1:13:57 Balancing Training, Fatherhood & Presence1:22:08 Sobriety, Family Legacy & Generational HealthORDER MY BOOK HERE:⁠ ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210⁠FOLLOW:Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 25% off FOR LIFE ⁠⁠https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutrition⁠IG: ⁠⁠instagram.com/nickbarefitness/⁠⁠YT: ⁠⁠youtube.com/@nickbarefitness⁠FOLLOW ERIC:IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/floberg.runs/?hl=en⁠This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.This podcast may not be republished without the written consent of Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN)MB01IFERB8217IU

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