#203 - A Thousand Day Journey to Elite Performance with Gordo Byrn

Gordo Byrne is a an accomplished triathlete, coach and mentor. Known for his impressive triathlon career, he has competed in numerous Ironman and long-distance events, earning respect for his dedication and performance. Beyond the racecourse, Gordo's influence extends through his co-authored book, "Going Long: Training for Triathlon's Ultimate Challenge," a definitive resource for triathletes. His insightful blogs and writings further showcase his expertise, providing a wealth of knowledge to the endurance community. As a coach and mentor, he's known for his balanced, sustainable training philosophy, inspiring countless athletes to reach their full potential and fostering a culture of respect and admiration within the sport.TRANSCRIPT:https://share.transistor.fm/s/801ae8c...EPISODE LINKS:Gordo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feelthebyrn/Gordo's Substack: https://substack.com/@feelthebyrnGordo's Twitter: https://twitter.com/feelthebyrn1?ref_...PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: www.relaxedrunning.comApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MMfLsQ...RSS: https://feeds.transistor.fm/relaxed-r...OUTLINE:[00:02:41] Specific adaptation and training.[00:06:18] Balance between body and data.[00:10:46] A more dynamic approach to loading.[00:13:02] Monitoring sleep for training.[00:15:20] Long-term training benefits.[00:21:56] Whole body fitness.[00:23:18] Using the bike for training.[00:27:30] Training cadence for runners.[00:30:11] Water running and aerobic capacity.[00:34:17] Breakpoint volume and mindset change.[00:39:01] Lifestyle and stress in running.[00:43:18] Mental Side of Performance.[00:46:01] Recovery structure and loading.[00:51:02] Low season vs. off season.[00:54:38] The obsession with running at lightweight.[00:59:48] Heart rate monitor.[01:04:14] Footwear technology and training.[01:06:36] Shoe technology and performance.SOCIAL:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relaxedrunning- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relaxed_run...