The Extramilest Podcast
by Floris Gierman
The Extramilest Podcast helps athletes reach their full potential in training, racing and life. Interviews with world class athletes, coaches and rukus makers about health, wellness and performance. Hosted by endurance athlete Floris Gierman.
Episodes
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#141: Red Light Therapy for Runners: What Works and What Doesn't
Thanks to Kineon for sponsoring this video! In this episode, Forrest Smith, founder and CEO of Kineon, joins us to explore the science behind red light therapy, how it works, and what the research actually says about pain relief, inflammation, and injury recovery. Watch the full video on YouTube...
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#140: How to Build a Recovery Plan You'll Actually Follow
Thanks to CENTR for sponsoring this video! Build your own home gym and get 10% off at https://shop.centr.com/FLORISGIERMAN | Most runners fall off their rehab plan when life gets busy. Running Injury Specialist Mandy is back for round two, diving into hip pain, shin splints, running shoes, and…
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#139: The Norwegian Method for Recreational Runners | Dr. Marius Bakken
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow | Can the Norwegian training method help recreational runners get faster without overtraining? I sit down with two-time Olympian and medical doctor Marius Bakken...
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#138: From 4:24 Marathon to 3:45 at Age 72
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at https://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow | Penny Jarvis started running at 44 and now has ran 24 marathons. She ran her fastest marathon at 72, proving it's never too late to improve. In this episode,...
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#137: 4 Simple Speed Workouts to Run Faster | With Coach Mario Fraioli
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow | Getting faster doesn't mean pushing harder on every run. In this episode, running coach Mario Fraioli shares how to introduce speed work, use hills to build...
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#136: How Sleeping Better Can Make You a Faster Runner
Chu Zhu is a sleep expert who's worked with Tour de France winners, Olympic athletes, and elite endurance performers. He's also a runner, swimmer, mountaineer, and founder of Somnus Lab. We dive into one of the most overlooked aspects of performance: sleep, one of the key areas I've been focusing...
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#135: Running Injury Specialist's Guide to Treating Common Injuries
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow Mandy Wainfan is a sports medicine chiropractor who specializes in running injuries. In this episode Mandy shares how runners can recover from Plantar Fasciitis,...
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#134: How a 300-Pound Man Became a Marathoner and Nike Sponsored Athlete
Thanks to Bear Mattress for sponsoring this video. Charlie Rocket went from barely being able to run for two minutes and weighing 300 pounds with a brain tumor, to completing five marathons, an Ironman, biking across America, and becoming a Nike athlete. Charlie transformed his life through...
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#133: What I Learned Recently From The Top 1% of Runners
🔥 Transform your running with expert coaching. Join the Personal Best Program. Start your 7-day free trial. https://www.skool.com/personalbest | After sitting down with Olympic champions, elite athletes, and everyday runners, I've noticed the same themes coming up again and again. In this…
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#132: Rachel Entrekin's Advice to Race Faster, For Non-Elites
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow Rachel Entrekin is a beast of an athlete in the best way possible. This year she became the first overall winner of the Cocodona 250 mile race, beating all men…
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#131: From 3:40 to a 2:21 marathon at age 43. Ian Sharman's lessons from 250 marathons and ultras.
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at: http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow Ian Sharman improved his marathon time from a 3:40 to a 2:21 at age 43. He has completed over 250 marathons and ultramarathons. He shares the simple training...
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#130: Molly Seidel's Advice to Improve Your Running
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow Olympic bronze medalist Molly Seidel talks about the mental side of running, how to train your mind, quiet negative self-talk, recover smarter, and stop letting...
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#129: From Complete Beginner at age 42 to Sub-2 Hour Half Marathon at age 48
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order at http://visit.pfandh.com/extramilestshow Katja shares the lessons how she went from a complete beginner to an experienced runner, how low heart rate training became a game changer, and ways to reach...
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#128: How to Overcome Race Nerves and Anxiety with Jude Brewer
Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, and Heavenly Heat Saunas for sponsoring this video! Neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author Jud Brewer talks about anxiety, race day nerves, flow state, and how to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete overall. Watch the full video on...
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#127: Jakob Ingebrigtsen's Advice to Run Faster, For Non-Elites
Thanks to Heavenly Heat Saunas for sponsoring this video! Jakob Ingebrigtsen is an Olympic and multi-time world champion and one of the greatest middle-distance runners of his generation. In this episode he shares how he builds confidence, why consistency beats motivation, how the Norwegian...
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#126: Coach's Advice to Run & Recover Faster For Recreational Runners
Thanks to Somnus Lab and Heavenly Heat Saunas for sponsoring this video! At 58 years old, Albert Shank is still running strong, climbing mountains, and proving that your best running years don't have to be behind you. Coach Albert shares powerful lessons on low heart rate training, Zone 2…
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#125: Sara Hall's Advice For Non-Elite Runners
Thanks to Heavenly Heat Saunas and Somnos Lab for sponsoring this video! Sarah Hall is one of the fastest American marathon runners in history, running 2:20 in her late 30s and continuing to compete at an elite level into her 40s. She is a mother of 4 and married to marathon legend Ryan Hall. In...
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#124: Ryan Hall 2.0 on Strength Training For Runners, Lifting Heavy & Trail Running
Thanks to Heavenly Heat Saunas and Somnos Lab for sponsoring this video! Ryan Hall is the first American to run a Sub 2:05 marathon. After retiring from pro running, Ryan took up weightlifting & running coaching. In round 2 of our conversation, we discuss strength training for runners, injury...
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#123: Why Most Runners Quit Too Early (Not What You Think) | Kerry Ward
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/flo Kerry Ward and I discuss what really holds runners back and how to push through it. Kerry shares powerful stories from his races, lessons on saying yes to new challenges, and why the…
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#122: You're Doing Zone 2 Wrong (Even If You Think You're Not) | Scott Johnston Round 2
Thanks to Bear Mattress for sponsoring this video. Another incredible episode with Coach Scott Johnston. He is back for Round 2 after our first episode reached over 140,000 YouTube views in just a few weeks. We dive deeper into Zone 2 training, common mistakes runners make, VO₂ max myths…
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#121: How to Build an Unstoppable Aerobic Engine (Even If Starting From Zero) | Scott Johnston
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO This is one of my favorite podcast episodes I've ever recorded. Scott Johnston is an established coach and co-author of the book Training for the Uphill Athlete. We dive into aerobic...
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#120: Stress Is Killing Your Running (The Relax Fix You're Missing) with Dr Kasim Al-Mashat
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO This episode focuses on simple, practical tools to reduce stress in daily life, stay calm, and run with more presence. We talk breathing, awareness, mindset, and race-day nerves, and…
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#119: When Things Get Hard, Say This (It Works in Any Race) with Jeff Pelletier
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO for your free sample pack. Jeff Pelletier shares mental strategies that work for any distance, from 5Ks to marathons to ultras. We explore how to push through low points, problem-solve when things go wrong, and why the...
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#118: From Couch to 5K To 3:52 Marathon at 56 with Susan Bayes
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Susan Bayes is a passionate runner and advocate for finding joy in the sport. At 56 years old and a mother of three, Susan shares her inspiring journey from starting with...
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Your Performance Is Dropping? Here's Why | Dr Phil Maffetone
My new book Running Breakthroughs is available now as audiobook, authographed book and eBook at https://florisgierman.com. It's a summary of 10 years podcasting lessons, takeaways from coaching thousands of athletes and my own breakthroughs in running and life. Today Round 5 with Dr. Maffetone on...
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#116: Running & Life Breakthroughs: What 20,000 Miles & 100+ Interviews Taught Me
Today one of the most vulnerable, challenging, and meaningful videos I've ever made... A deep dive into how you can experience breakthroughs in your running and life. This episode is different than usual. It's a presentation I recorded while trying to run a Sub 3 hour marathon and let's just say,...
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#115: From Overweight to 19 Marathons in 4 Years (Age 50-54) with Chris Neil
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. "I was in absolutely no shape to do any running. It was brutal. I could barely hang on for 20, 25 minutes of just walking at a decent clip." - Chris Neil Chris Neal went…
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#114: Unstuck Your Running With Lawrence van Lingen (Round 2)
Round 1 with movement specialist Lawrence van Lingen changed thousands of runners' lives. In this new conversation, we explore how runners get unstuck, how breath creates instant change, and how elite performers use awareness and play to find breakthroughs. Lawrence wrote an incredible foreword…
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#113: How to Finish Every Race Strong | Marathon Tips from My Sister's First Marathon
My new book Running Breakthroughs just launched and is available as audiobook, hardcover, paperback and ebook. Get incredible Book Launch Bonuses when you order now at https://florisgierman.com I sat down with my sister Janneke to reflect on her journey from being injury-prone and inconsistent to...
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#112: How to Find Your Ideal Heart Rate Zones (Step-by-Step Guide)
Very excited to announce that my new book Running Breakthroughs is available now as audiobook, hardcover, paperback and ebook. Get incredible Book Launch Bonuses when you order now at https://florisgierman.com ! Getting your heart rate zones wrong can stall progress or worse, lead to burnout and...
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#111: Pushing Limits in Running, Adventure & Business with COROS CEO Lewis Wu
Lewis Wu is one of my running training partners and someone I've shared many trail adventures with: long climbs, heat, altitude, fatigue, and plenty of laughs. As the CEO of COROS, he didn't fall in love with running right away; it was data, curiosity, and steady progress that drew him in. From...
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#109: Can You Really Run Faster Than You Think?
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. What if your limits aren't real and your best running is still ahead? PB coaches Amelia Vrabel, Scott Frye and I break down the mindset shift that unlocks progress. We talk...
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#107: Injury-Free Running: Rehab & Prevention with Jay Dicharry
Thanks to Function Health for sponsoring this video! In this episode, we sit down with biomechanics expert and author Jay Dicharry to explore smarter ways for runners to train, recover, and stay injury-free. From building stronger bones and tendons to using mobility tools and managing training...
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#106: Running After 40: Lessons To Improve At Any Age, with Sean Lee
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Sean Lee started running at 45 and has since accomplished what most athletes half his age only dream of: 17 marathons with a 2:54 PR, 2 Ironmans, and 25 ultras including…
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#105: From Couch & Overweight to Running Marathons in Her 50's, with Ayako Fackenthal
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Ayako Fackenthal, a passionate runner who began her running journey in her mid-50s and has since progressed from couch to completing marathons and ultramarathons. Ayako…
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#104: How Changing Your Mindset Helps Crush Your Runs | With Alex Hutchinson
Author and endurance expert Alex Hutchinson discusses the mental side of running, the power of exploration, and what it really means to train smart. From controlling our inner dialog to embracing discomfort, we dive into practical tips to become a stronger, more resilient athlete. Thanks to...
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#103: Building a Bulletproof Body and Preventing Injuries with Jason Fitzgerald
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. In this episode, running coach and Strength Running podcast host Jason Fitzgerald shares his deep knowledge on preventing injuries, building a bulletproof body, and staying...
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#102: STOP Buying the Wrong Running Shoes! Listen To This First
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. In this episode, Believe in the Run, one of the largest running gear review platforms. They share their expert perspectives on shoe selection, essential gear, and valuable...
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#101: How to Run Longer Without Hitting the Wall, with Aaron Kubala
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Aaron Kubala is an ultramarathon runner who loves pushing his limits both physically and mentally. Over time, he has built a strong community of runners and inspires people…
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#100: 8 Life-Changing Lessons with Running Coach Floris Gierman
Episode #100 and reaching 100K YouTube Subscribers, this is a very special episode to me. Over the past decade of creating videos, logging thousands of miles, and having conversations with Olympic champions, renowned coaches, and passionate everyday runners, I've gathered the most meaningful...
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#99: Sifan Hassan's Coach, Tim Rowberry Shares Training Advice for Runners of All Levels
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Tim Rowberry is the coach of Olympic and World Champion Sifan Hassan. She won six Olympic medals. In Tokyo 2020, she earned gold in the 5k and 10k, plus a bronze in the...
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#98: Rethink Your Training with Lawrence van Lingen & Taylor Knibb
Movement specialist Lawrence van Lingen is back on The Extramilest Show, together with professional triathlete Taylor Knibb, 3x Ironman 70.3 World Champion and Olympic silver medalist. On this episode, I step out of the host seat and hand it over to two remarkable guests for an unscripted, deeply...
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#97: Taylor Knibb's Advice To Improve Your Running, Cycling and Swimming
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Professional triathlete Taylor Knibb is a 3x Ironman 70.3 World Champion and Olympic silver medalist. We talk about the mindset, training, and recovery tools that keep her...
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#96: How Eric Floberg Cut 86 Minutes – 3:59 to 2:33 Marathon
Thanks to Function Health for sponsoring this video! Try Function and skip the waitlist using my link https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS Eric Floberg shares how he improved by 86 minutes in his marathon time. He is a dedicated marathoner, content creator, and father of four. We dive into race...
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#95: Blood Type Diet: The Key to Peak Performance?
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Dr. Vrzal, a holistic chiropractor and author of The Headache Advantage, shares how pain—whether it's headaches, knee pain, or running injuries—can be your body's way of...
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#94: Massive Running Improvements, 5:28 to 3:43 Marathon, with Daniel Edwards
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Daniel Edwards is a 51 year old recreational runner who has achieved massive running improvements through low heart rate training and consistent habits. Daniel shares his...
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#93: From Struggling Runner to Racing Success with Heidi Moreno
Heidi Moreno, a newby endurance runner and talented illustrator, shares her transformation from beginner to finishing half marathons, and her first marathon and 50K. Through low heart rate training, journaling, and community support, she discovered not just faster times and longer distances, but...
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#92: How to Crush MAF Low Heart Rate Training with William Barth
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. William Bart, a passionate recreational runner, Boston Marathon qualifier, and advocate for mindful training, shares his transformation from frequent injuries to embracing…
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#91: Boston Marathon: Stories, Training, and Tips for Runners
Brent Cunningham, an inspiring runner, Boston Marathon finisher, and advocate for intentional living, shares his journey of overcoming challenges, embracing low heart rate training, and the power of kindness and consistency. Brent is a member of our PB Program. Want to level up your running and...
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#90: Dr Rangan ChatterJee | 6 Habits Every Runner Needs
Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to http://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any drink mix purchase. Dr. Rangan Chatterjee is a runner, renowned doctor, author, and podcast host of "Feel Better, Live More." We explore practical strategies for improving running...
About this show
The Extramilest Podcast helps athletes reach their full potential in training, racing and life. Interviews with world class athletes, coaches and rukus makers about health, wellness and performance. Hosted by endurance athlete Floris Gierman.
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Floris Gierman