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In this episode, Luke and Adam delve into the intricacies of marathon recovery, discussing the psychological and physiological aspects of the post-race period. They emphasise the importance of respecting the marathon distance, understanding heart rate data, and the role of nutrition. The conversation also touches on the significance of mental breaks, periodisation in training, and the common tendency among runners to underestimate their fatigue levels. The boys also discuss the importance of sustainable training, and the misconceptions surrounding pain tolerance in running, and self-awareness in training. The discussion finishes by touching on coaching philosophy and the holistic approach to training, highlighting the importance of enjoyment and understanding one's body in the training process.
00:00 Introduction and Reflections on Recent Experiences
03:11 The Importance of Recovery Post-Marathon
06:05 Understanding Heart Rate and Recovery
08:56 Respecting the Marathon and Nutrition Post-Race
11:53 Mental Breaks and Periodization in Training
15:01 Getting Back to Training After a Marathon
18:00 The Psychology of Pain and Recovery
21:09 Navigating Recovery and Personal Experiences
35:11 Understanding Post-Marathon Recovery
39:08 The Myth of Pain Tolerance in Running
45:51 The Importance of Sustainable Training
51:12 Goal Setting and Race Planning
01:02:41 Coaching Philosophy and Training Structure
