Episode 68: BELIEVE BEFORE YOU ACHIEVE - BUILDING CONFIDENCE THROUGH TRAINING CAMPS

Episode 68: "There are no shortcuts in the endurance journey." Maria Simone, Founder & Head Coach, No Limits Endurance. What happens when athletes step outside their comfort zones and immerse themselves in an environment designed for growth, connection, and performance?In Episode 68 of The PhD Journey Unplugged, Dr. Sarah Gordon sits down with Maria Simone, Founder and Head Coach of No Limits Endurance Coaching, USA Triathlon Coach Educator of the Year, accomplished ultra-endurance athlete, and one of the most respected voices in endurance coaching today.Maria's remarkable athletic accomplishments include being a two-time Double Anvil Champion, Ironman World Championship finisher, multiple-time Ironman Gold All World Athlete, Western States 100 finisher, Boston Marathon qualifier, and award-winning coach who has helped athletes of all levels discover what they are truly capable of achieving.Together, Sarah and Maria explore one of the most powerful yet often overlooked tools for athlete development: training camps.In this conversation, they discuss:- Training Camp Wisdom- Lessons Learned- Overcoming the Fear of Showing Up- Why Community Matters- What you learn in the hard- Setting Big Dreams- Taking Steps to Move Forward- A No Limits MindsetWhether you're training for your first 5K, an Ironman, an ultramarathon, or simply striving to become a stronger version of yourself, this episode offers powerful insights into confidence, resilience, personal growth, and the limitless potential that emerges when we challenge ourselves alongside others.As Maria reminds us throughout this conversation, achievement often begins long before race day. It begins with belief. To learn more about Maria Simone's platform, training camps, and coaching philosophy, or to contact her, visit the No Limits Endurance website at nolimitsendurance.com. Subscribe to The PhD Journey Unplugged for conversations at the intersection of human performance, leadership, resilience, healthy aging, endurance sports, and lifelong personal growth.Disclaimer: All information shared on The PhD Journey Unplugged Podcast is for general information purposes only and should not be deemed as professional advice.