#94: Massive Running Improvements, 5:28 to 3:43 Marathon, with Daniel Edwards

The Extramilest Podcast

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 lessons learned, tips on balancing life and running, and strategies for staying healthy, strong, and motivated as an athlete.

Daniel is a member of our Personal Best Running Coaching Program. Learn more at https://www.pbprogram.com/

Watch this full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n-Sr9whnctc

CHAPTERS:

• 0:00 - Transformation through low heart rate training
• 1:00 - Introduction to Daniel Edwards
• 1:32 - LMNT sponsor
• 2:49 - Advice for his younger self
• 5:22 - Changes in running and training habits
• 8:15 - Nutrition: tracking, dietitian support, and meal planning
• 12:12 - Marathon fueling strategies and race experience
• 14:01 - Progression in races
• 19:51 - Overcoming pre-race doubts and building training consistency
• 24:40 - Advice for runners on consistency and strength training
• 26:51 - First experience with low heart rate training
• 30:44 - Finding the right heart rate zones for training
• 39:28 - Balancing training, work, and family
• 46:22 - Staying motivated during tough seasons
• 51:37 - Managing diabetes as a runner
• 55:30 - Becoming a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete

FIND DANIEL EDWARDS HERE:

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/109297583

► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080488824062

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED

► Download the Free Low Heart Rate Training Guide: https://extramilest.com/subscribe/

► Low Heart Rate Training Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taO8kKsx448

► MAF Low HR Success with Maria: https://youtu.be/i5TmvBfJp-Y?si=7ZhSWR8c6XrqlEdj

► Yuka App: https://yuka.io/en/

► Heart rate monitor watch: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/

► Precision Fuel & Hydration: https://visit.pfandh.com/FLO15

► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo

YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:

► Our Personal Best Coaching Program that Daniel is part of: https://www.pbprogram.com/

► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe

► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman

► Website: https://extramilest.com/

► Website: https://pathprojects.com/flo

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/

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ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.

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