EP02 - Training Styles

In this episode of Endless Trails, Josh and Mike delve into various training styles and their evolution from novice runners to ultra marathoners.Diving into their personal running journeys, discussing the evolution of their training styles and the importance of structured plans. They explore the balance between volume and strength training, the role of community and accountability, and the challenges of adapting training to different race types. The conversation highlights the significance of setting goals, maintaining discipline, and learning from past experiences to improve future performance.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Training Styles00:29 Journey into Structured Training Programs03:39 Building a Training Regimen06:29 Training Block breakdown and LogBooks11:58 Adapting Training for Different Events18:09 Exploring Self-Coaching and Online Resources21:15 Did Trail Training Look Different26:57 The Evolution of Personal Training Programs30:27 Balancing Strength and Volume in Training32:15 The Importance of Accountability in Training35:53 Setting Goals and Finding Motivation39:39 Managing Training Load, Recovery and Results45:52 Understanding Race Dynamics and Training Needs49:58 Utilising Data for Training Insights57:30 Adjusting Training based on Injury01:01:00 Learning from Experience in Training01:02:45 What has the Last 12months Look Like to Prior01:06:49 Managing Injuries and Recovery01:10:52 Shifting Goals and Mindset01:15:29 Dealing with Setbacks and Race Postponements01:19:55 What does Coaching look like01:23:34 Future Training Plans and Goals