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The Endurance Mindset

by Chris Hauth

Formerly The Weekly Word Podcast, coach Chris Hauth offers advice, observations and tips for his group of Ultra Endurance athletes. Topics mostly include mindset, training, and current coaching philosophies, but can easily veer off into random topics that come up in the ultra endurance world. Chris coaches endurance athletes, whether for organized events such as Ironman and Ultras or extreme events that are defined by the athlete along with Chris.

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Episodes

  1. Ep 187: An Expansive Life Conversation with Chris Hauth

    Chris joins athlete and friend Sande Colgart on Sande's Show 'An Expansive Life Conversation,' where Chris delivers a foundational explanation of his philosophy for using endurance training and events to create awareness and practice specific skills that ultimately lead to a more intentional and...

  2. Ep 186: Winter Training & Mindset

    A detailed discussion on how to optimize your pre-season in order to have the best possible event and adventure season.

  3. Ep 185: Sustaining an Athletic Lifestyle vs Training for Performance

    Say hello or ask a question at www.AIMPCoaching.com > Contact Sign up for Coach Chris's Substack at https://aimpcoaching.substack.com/

  4. Ep 184: Do What You're Not Sure You Can Do

    Adventure begins when your fitness runs out. 01:06 Intro 01:58 When There's No Way Out: The Grand Canyon 11:06 Do What You're Not Sure You Can Do 13:10 Misogi 14:33 How To Give Yourself No Way Out 20:58 What's Next For Chris 22:52 How To Stay In It 25:39 Regret And Integrity 26:39 Subtle Quitting...

  5. EP 183: Discomfort

    How to deal with inevitable discomfort, athletically and in life. Say hello or ask a question at www.AIMPCoaching.com > Contact Sign up for Coach Chris's Substack at https://aimpcoaching.substack.com/

  6. Ep 182: Grand Adventure, Crosstraining, Burnout

    How your mindset can make or break your next grand adventure, how to crosstrain effectively, when getting up early makes you less effective, and what to do when you experience training burnout. Intro [1:01] What mindset to bring to grand adventure [2:03] When is crosstraining unproductive [20:00]...

  7. Ep 181: We're Back! Adventure, Mindset, Making Better Choices

    What mindset helps you get the most out of your adventures? How do you choose the best next endurance adventure? Intro [1:15] What's Personal Is Universal [3:30] Chris's Writing Process [9:03] Put Efficiency Ahead Of Meaning [9:50] Book Recommendations [10:25] We Become Different People 'Out…

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  8. Ep 180: Navy SEALs, 7 Marathons, 7 Continents, 7 Days

    Ryan Parrot is a retired US Navy SEAL and creator of the 'Human Performance Project 7x,' wherein a team of 4 special operators will run 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days (and much more), to create a comprehensive manual that will inform active duty military and veterans alike on how to…

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  9. Ep 179: Last Man Standing - The Backyard Ultra

    Chris talks with Brian Bondy–tech CTO, family man, and ultra runner–about how he found himself winning the 2022 Perfect PR Backyard Ultra in 30 hours (125 miles). Intro [1:12] The Conversation [6:39] Outro [1:02:10] Say hello or ask a question at www.AIMPCoaching.com > Contact Sign up for our...

  10. Ep 178: Ultra Camp Lessons, Audience Q&A

    Sharing lessons from AIMP Ultra Camp Sonoma, letting go of expectation, amateur vs pro athletes, alcohol during training, and much more! The Weekly Word Podcast is now the 'Endurance And The Pursuit of Potential' Podcast! Intro [1:26] Ultra Camp Debrief [9:34] Realizing you are capable of so much...

  11. Ep 177: 50x 50K at 50-years-old

    The Weekly Word Podcast is now the 'Endurance And The Pursuit of Potential' Podcast! What would it mean to run 50 ultramarathons in 50 weeks to celebrate turning 50? Yvon Carriere tells the story of how, and why. Intro [0:52] The Conversation [8:10] Outro [1:29:26] Say hello or ask a question at...

  12. Ep 176: Miguel Mattox - Freestyle Tri

    The Weekly Word Podcast is now the 'Endurance And The Pursuit of Potential' Podcast! Chris talks with rising triathlon star and YouTuber Miguel Mattox, discussing how to go from great to world-class. Find Miguel on Youtube Find Miguel on Instagram @miguelmattox @freestyletri Interview begins at...

  13. Ep 175: Training Questions

    The Weekly Word Podcast is now the 'Endurance And The Pursuit of Potential' Podcast! Chris and David answer listener training questions about swim workouts, bike intervals, open water sighting, monitoring workload, and what would happen if you did the same training week, every week, for a year?...

  14. Ep 174: You Must Move Forward To Gain Insight

    The Weekly Word Podcast is now the Endurance & The Pursuit of Potential (EPP) Podcast! Chris dives deep into the athlete's mindset: The 4th Leg of the proverbial stool Comparing ourselves to our past self vs our future self Competition validates being on the right path Say hello or ask a question...

  15. Ep 173: Consult Call

    Chris discusses mindset and training tactics with an athlete on a journey from couch to marathon. Say hello or ask a question at www.AIMPCoaching.com > Contact Sign up for our AWESOME newsletter: https://dm-mailinglist.com/subscribe?f=f8720db4

  16. Ep 172: Goal Setting, Overtraining

    Chris explores why goals should lead to one clear daily action. David kicks off a discussion on the mindset of no longer being able to train, and Chris explores the symptoms and realities of overtraining syndrome. Say hello or ask a question at www.AIMPCoaching.com > Contact Sign up for our…

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  17. Ep 171: Chris on Rich Roll's Coaches' Corner

    Chris Hauth returns to Rich Roll's Coaches' Corner, joined by Caroline Burckle and Alexi Pappas. Goals are great. But far more important is who you become in the pursuit of said goals. Focus on the inside work. Process over results. Craft over competition. Ritual over routine. Recalibration over...

  18. Ep 170: Athlete Blood Test

    How can a Masters Athlete use a blood test to help optimize nutrition, recovery, and lifestyle choices in pursuit of their human potential through this endurance lifestyle? Use Discount Code: Hauth10 for 10% Off* testing via www.athletebloodtest.com "This is not an affiliate link, we do not…

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  19. Ep 169: Athlete Mission Statement

    How an Athlete Mission Statement can dramatically improve the quality of your life, and how to write your own. Episode Intro [0:57] Athlete Mission Statement Introduced [3:28] Athlete Mission Statement Defined [7:55] Why is an Athlete Mission Statement Important [8:54] Athlete Mission Statement...

  20. Ep 168: Is Your Head In The Right Place?

    AIMP Challenge Week lessons, how to think about Strava, and the struggle of managing time in this ultra endurance lifestyle. Intro - Go Explore [1:46] Challenge Week Lessons Learned [3:57] Stop 'Showing Up' [16:23] Strava Debate [26:42] These Sports Are Made Up [1:05:20] Tom's Ultra Cycling...

  21. Ep 167: Listener Email Questions

    Answering listener email questions regarding Zone 2 & heat, how to pace an ultra, how to build a great crew, optimal swimming kick, racing after injury, and the mindset of doing the work! Intro 0:59 Jordan Peterson Quote 2:07 Picking Races Through a Season 6:26 Low Carb Diet & Ketoacidosis 10:23...

  22. Ep 166: Interview on TrainingPeaks CoachCast

    Chris is interviewed by Dirk Friel, co-founder of TrainingPeaks [4:09] Training Peaks CoachCast Say hello or ask a question at www.AIMPCoaching.com Sign up for our AWESOME newsletter

  23. Ep 165: DNF Thoughts, AIMP Challenge Preview

    Tahoe swim crossing recap, how to think about a DNF (Did Not Finish), the mindset to bring to a grand challenge, showing up WITH INTENTION! Tahoe Swim Debrief; how to think about a DNF [7:53] AIMP Challenge Week Preview [1:02:17] How dependent to be on Ironman Aid Stations [1:18:09] Corros watch...

  24. Ep 164: The Example Race Debrief

    How to think about and write a Race Debrief, in order to optimize your next Race Plan. As with the last episode, we use a 50K trail ultra as an example. Intro - Intention in Planning Your Events [1:03] Value of a Race Plan and Debrief [7:46] Example Race Debrief - Shadow of the Giants 50K [19:29]...

  25. Ep 163: The Ultramarathon Race Day Plan

    How to think through your ultramarathon race day planning [25:27], and a marathon swim training update! Episode Intro [0:43] Tahoe Marathon Swim Training Update [5:16] The Journey vs The Outcome [12:31] Ultra Swim Nutrition [14:33] Taking a Pause in an Ultra Endurance Event [19:13] Fueling Best...

  26. Ep 162: Listener Email Questions

    Listener email questions answered, from nuances of HR testing, to Ironman pacing and strategy, to how the endurance mindset plays out in daily life. Intro [1:43] Heart Rate Zones for run vs bike [7:29] Re-testing HR Zones in different climates, temperatures, seasons [9:59] HR vs Watts vs…

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  27. Ep 161: Sonoma Tri Camp Debrief & Lessons

    Lessons and insights from the annual AIMP Triathlon Camp in Sonoma County, California. Intro [2:22] AIMP Sonoma Tri Camp Debrief [5:59] Swim Stroke for Triathlon vs Pool [27:43] Intro to Live Recording [40:10] Live Recording of Tri Camp Discussion [41:29] Outro [1:40:30] Say hello or ask a…

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  28. Ep 160: Consult - Making a Training Plan Stick

    How do you take a training plan and execute it sustainably given all the demands of life, work, and family? Join Chris in a consult call discussing how to make a plan become reality. Intro to the Weekly Word Podcast [2:26] Intro to the Consult Call - Where the Plan Meets Real Life [4:59] Consult...

  29. Ep 159: Live Q&A

    Enjoy this Live Listener Q&A held recently over Zoom! Questions Answered: How to structure a return to swim training? [5:36] When should I reduce strength training? [10:26] When should I shift from Zone 2? [12:36] How should I train for multiple ultra events happening close together? [16:32]…

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  30. Ep 158: Intention, Lessons from Ultra Events

    A deep dive into the importance of Intention (from the Purpose, Intention, Clarity series), Smarter Better Faster Stronger Explained, our approach to coaching, the 67-mile Backbone Trail Adventure Report, CA Coast Ride Report, and lots of ultra-endurance lessons learned! Sign up for our awesome...

  31. Ep 157: Intention & Clarity, Ultraman Training, Ultra Swimming

    Part 2 & 3 of the 'Clarity, Intention, Purpose' Series. Timestamps: Intention & Clarity Explained 1:07 21-mile Swim Prep Across Lake Tahoe - 19:59 Lake Sonoma Triathlon Camp Announcement - 21:28 Cold Water Swim Prep & Gaining Weight - 23:12 You Are In Competition With The Ideal In Your Mind…

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  32. EP 156: Q&A - Mindset, Multisport Prep, Paddling, Real Food vs Gels

    Beginner Mindset, Multisport event prep (Coast to Coast New Zealand) Ultra paddling prep StrechCordz vs swim training, real food vs gels The hilarious story of Chris's first Ironman. Intro, 2021 Event Announcements - 2:15 Multisport Event Prep - Coast to Coast New Zealand - 10:27 Strength…

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  33. EP 155: Purpose

    Part 1 of the 3-Part Series: Purpose, Intention, Clarity. 1:27: Intro 6:37: Purpose in the Athlete Explained 34:42: Purpose Discussion Intro 35:36:To Make You A Better Athlete 36:14: Relationship Between Purpose, Clarity, Intention 39:47: Going Deeper Into Your 'Why' 47:39: Common Athlete 'Why'...

  34. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 154

    Chris introduces his assistant coach David on the Weekly Word Podcast and shares a sampling of a longer conversation about many of the ways mindset challenges come up in the life of an athlete.

  35. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 153

    Chris shares an athlete consult conversation that goes deep into how to train to run 24 hours in a 7-day team relay. Chris also discusses how to structure a block of strength-focused training in the pre-season, and mindset for walking the ultra-endurance path.

  36. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 152

    Chris discusses the value of training strength in the preseason, the winning mindset to stay on the path through the holidays, what to look for in a trainer and a strength program, stretch cords for pool fitness, and how to have gratitude for what our bodies can tolerate and do for us in this...

  37. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 151

    Chris talks with Athletic Brewing Founder Bill Shufelt, discussing the rise of non-alcoholic beer at the Ironman World Championship at Kona and more broadly across the ultra-endurance landscape and lifestyle, addressing the claimed health benefits, dealing with the stigma, and the challenges of...

  38. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 150

    What happens to your soul on an ultra-endurance adventure? Debriefing the 750 mile Oregon Coast Ride from Portland to San Francisco, the AIMP Fall Challenge Week during which athletes faced the biggest training week of their lives and dealt with the accompanying fear and mental noise. Listener...

  39. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 149

    Athlete Consult: Maximizing limited training time, running cadence, getting faster without speed work, ultramarathon and marathon pacing and training, nutrition, strength, recovery, and mindset!

  40. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 148

    This week: Chris shares his thoughts about perseverance and answers some listener questions.

  41. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 147

    Conversation with filmmaker and ultra endurance athlete Billy Yang.

  42. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 146

    Living your future self in the now.

  43. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 145

    This week: Oregon Coast Ride, Tahoe Rim trail recap, Letting go of pace, let your path unfold, and relative strength creates and injury buffer.

  44. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 144

    You gotta do the work, version 2 Tahoe Rim Trail Training Suspending Beliefs

  45. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 143

    This week: interview with Dan Eisenhardt, founder of FORM Smart Swim goggles.

  46. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 142

    This week: Endurance vs. Stamina plus email questions on 50k taper, marathon training, injuries, events and diaphragmatic breathing.

  47. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 141

    Let the outside in. Overtraining syndrome, Stage 3 Emails

  48. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 140

    Nutrition and the lifestyle choices that come with it - with AIMP Nutritionist Emilee Wise. Afterwards I dive into the current buzzword: Motivation

  49. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 139

    An in-betweener: Health is Wealth, especially now. How you do one thing is how you do anything.

  50. The Weekly Word Podcast Episode 138

    This week a consult and an email: the joy in running.

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Formerly The Weekly Word Podcast, coach Chris Hauth offers advice, observations and tips for his group of Ultra Endurance athletes. Topics mostly include mindset, training, and current coaching philosophies, but can easily veer off into random topics that come up in the ultra endurance world. Chris coaches endurance athletes, whether for organized events such as Ironman and Ultras or extreme events that are defined by the athlete along with Chris.

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