The Extramilest Podcast

The Extramilest Podcast

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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December 21, 2025 69 mins

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 Couch to 5K to achieving marathon success. She shares training strategies, community support, and the mental aspects of running.

 

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    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 The Extramilest Show. Overtraining is one of the most common reasons runners plateau, burn out, or get slower despite training harder...

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    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, not everything always goes exactly according to plan. It's how we respond to these situations...

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    "I was in absolutely no shape to do any runni...

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    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. 

     

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    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 in...

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    Lewis Wu is one of my running training partners...

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    Thanks to Function Health for sponsoring this video! Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS or use the code FLORIS100 to take control of your health. 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 load, Jay shares practical strategies ...

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    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 UTMB, Badwater 135, and AC 100. We dive into his decade-long journey, exploring lessons from early mistakes, refined race strategies, and ho...

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    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 shares how she found her love for running, the role of low heart rate training, and the lessons she's learned about health, mindset, and cons...

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    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. 

     

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    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...

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    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 tips to help runners of all levels enjoy the sport more.

     

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    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 to keep learning, stay tough, and enjoy the journey.

     

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    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 insights that shaped my journey.

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    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 1,500m. At the Paris 2024 Olympics, she won gold in the marathon, bronze in the 5k, and bronze in the 10k. Absolutely mindblowing...

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    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 personal conversation about their working relationship and what it takes to succeed at the highest levels. 

     

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    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 performing at the highest level. From working with movement specialist Lawrence Van Lingen to embracing a more intuitive appro...

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