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January 6, 2025 69 mins

In this episode, I cover my personal journey of building endurance since 2018 and offer insights into running longer and faster. We'll discuss the adaptations and efficiencies gained through consistent practice. Covering topics such as the importance of aerobic base building, lactate threshold training, and critical velocity work.


I also share my experiences with physical challenges, training methodologies, heart rate and VO2 max training, and training structure. The aim is to provide practical advice for anyone looking to improve their endurance and running performance.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Building Endurance

01:28 Early Running Experiences and Challenges

04:29 The Journey from High School to Military Running

04:58 Discovering the Marathon and Running Strategies

10:33 Setting and Achieving Running Goals

17:00 The Marathon: A Test of Endurance and Efficiency

30:31 Understanding Lactate and Body Efficiency

31:23 Understanding Glucose Utilization During Exercise

32:59 The Impact of High-Intensity Training on Lactate Levels

33:55 Personal Experience with Lactate Threshold Testing

38:18 Adaptations from Endurance Training

41:02 The Importance of Aerobic Conditioning

44:25 Structuring Your Marathon Build

52:02 Training Methods and Personal Preferences

54:54 The Role of VO2 Max and Heart Rate in Training

01:03:44 Balancing Training Volume and Avoiding Injuries

01:06:08 Final Thoughts on Endurance Training


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