Hybrid training without the pressure - with Lucinda Livingstone

In this engaging conversation, Coach Pennie speaks with Lucinda Livingstone, a queer coach, nutritionist and leisurely hybrid athlete, about their journey through marathon training, overcoming injuries, and navigating competitive sports as a non-binary human. Lucinda shares their experiences with injury recovery, the importance of setting realistic goals, and the joy of being a hybrid athlete who enjoys various fitness modalities without the pressure of trying to win anything. Lucinda and Pennie discuss the evolving landscape of gender categories in sports; they explore the accessibility of running for trans athletes compared to functional fitness competitions like CrossFit and Hyrox; and they share tips for overcoming gym anxiety.Find Lucinda:Instagram: @lucinda_fuzzcultureclubSpotify: Small GainsTiktok: FuzzcultureclubListen to Pennie discussing hypermobility and neurodivergence on The Small Gains Podcast with LucindaFind Pennie:Instagram: @superpennieTiktok: @superpennieYoutube: @coachpennieChapters00:00 Introduction to Lucinda Livingstone03:04 Overcoming Injury and Marathon Experience06:02 Injury Management and Resilience in Sports08:54 Expectations and Goal Setting in Marathon Training11:51 The Concept of Leisurely Hybrid Athlete14:52 Navigating Competitive Sports as a Trans Person24:19 Navigating Gender Categories in Sports28:00 The Accessibility of Running for Trans Athletes29:30 Overcoming Gym Intimidation for Queer Individuals42:39 Embracing Failure and Self-Compassion