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What It Takes to Achieve Sub-3-Hour Marathons | Chris
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Why does this runner loop a soccer field instead of exploring scenic trails?
Learn how simple habits and small daily changes can transform your running performance. From breaking mental barriers to establishing a consistent training routine, this episode shares actionable insights
from a runner striving to go sub-3 hours. Whether you're training for a marathon or just starting, these tips will help you become a smarter, more resilient athlete.
Key Takeaways
- Simple habits like running the same route can reduce decision fatigue and improve focus.
- Running without music can build mental resilience and deepen the running experience.
- Incremental improvement leads to long-term success—1% better every day matters.
Timestamps
- [00:00:00] Introduction to the 90-minute long run and marathon training goals.
- [00:01:17] Chris’s current marathon focus and goal of breaking sub-3 hours.
- [00:02:18] The strategy: pacing smartly and avoiding common mistakes in long runs.
- [00:03:22] Chris’s soccer background and how it prepared him for running.
- [00:04:38] Why Chris began running consistently and the mental benefits of the habit.
- [00:05:19] The power of route consistency and why Centennial Park is a favorite.
- [00:06:09] Running laps on a soccer field: mental challenges and lessons learned.
- [00:06:52] Chris’s transition to running without music and the mental toughness it builds.
- [00:07:22] Key advice for runners: staying consistent and running for life.
- [00:08:00] Closing thoughts: how small habits can lead to marathon breakthroughs.
Links & Learnings
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162 episodes
Manage episode 455985551 series 2414150
Why does this runner loop a soccer field instead of exploring scenic trails?
Learn how simple habits and small daily changes can transform your running performance. From breaking mental barriers to establishing a consistent training routine, this episode shares actionable insights
from a runner striving to go sub-3 hours. Whether you're training for a marathon or just starting, these tips will help you become a smarter, more resilient athlete.
Key Takeaways
- Simple habits like running the same route can reduce decision fatigue and improve focus.
- Running without music can build mental resilience and deepen the running experience.
- Incremental improvement leads to long-term success—1% better every day matters.
Timestamps
- [00:00:00] Introduction to the 90-minute long run and marathon training goals.
- [00:01:17] Chris’s current marathon focus and goal of breaking sub-3 hours.
- [00:02:18] The strategy: pacing smartly and avoiding common mistakes in long runs.
- [00:03:22] Chris’s soccer background and how it prepared him for running.
- [00:04:38] Why Chris began running consistently and the mental benefits of the habit.
- [00:05:19] The power of route consistency and why Centennial Park is a favorite.
- [00:06:09] Running laps on a soccer field: mental challenges and lessons learned.
- [00:06:52] Chris’s transition to running without music and the mental toughness it builds.
- [00:07:22] Key advice for runners: staying consistent and running for life.
- [00:08:00] Closing thoughts: how small habits can lead to marathon breakthroughs.
Links & Learnings
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
162 episodes
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