187. Josh Phillips: The Mindset & Training Behind one of Australia's Best Middle Distance Runners

187. Josh Phillips: The Mindset & Training Behind one of Australia's Best Middle Distance RunnerWhat does it take to become the Australian Mile Champion? 🏆In this episode, we sit down with Josh Phillips, a Sydney-based middle-distance runner who recently claimed the national title in the mile. Josh is both and incredibly talented and hard working athlete who takes a meticulous yet sustainable approach to his training. Josh takes us behind the scenes of his training, racing, and mindset—sharing the key lessons he’s learned from competing at an elite level.We dive into:The structure of his weekly training & why threshold workouts are crucialHow he fuels his body for performance & recoveryThe mental side of racing: managing expectations & race-day mindsetThe importance of a strong coach-athlete relationshipHis shoe lineup for training & competition Why embracing discomfort is essential for growthIf you’re looking for insights from one of Australia’s top middle-distance runners, this episode is packed with practical takeaways to help you train and race smarter.Connect with us:📸 Instagram: @strongerstride | @lydia_mckay | @sophielane🎥 YouTube: Watch on YouTube @strongerstrideDiscount Codes:🏃‍♂️ TAILWINDSTRONG – 15% off Tailwind Nutrition for premium hydration & recovery👟 STRONGERSTRIDE – 15% off Vivobarefoot shoes☀️ STRONGER15 – 15% off Skorcha SunscreenThanks for listening & supporting the show! Let us know your biggest takeaway from this episode.TSSP x