This was the first AMA for the 21-Day Run Faster Challenge.
The audio quality isn't great, but I covered a lot of topics and hope you find some of it helpful.
(0:00) Intro
(0:50) Tips to avoid getting discouraged when you don't hit your goals?
(3:35) How many recovery days are needed after an ultra?
(7:05) What makes an ideal ultra athlete?
(6:23) Exercises to strengthen weaker arches?
(10:43) Zero drop or not?
(13:02) Hiking tips: tiny steps or big strides for speed?
(14:05) Hydration vest recommendations?
(14:51) Is there an interval training guide for dummies?
(17:50) How to get out of a funk? How do you get motivation back?
(20:40) Trail running techniques to become a more skilled trail runner?
(24:19) What are the main differences in programming between elite and average runners?
(24:20) Cross-training breakdown?
(29:43) Can an average runner train like an elite runner?
(30:45) Beyond the essentials, what other recovery methods work?
(35:56) Any tips for improving mindset around eating more?
(38:46) More sauna questions & hot tub?
(41:00) For hill repeats, is it better to hike steeper grades or run shallower grades?
(42:36) When's the ideal time to workout/run? Does it matter?
(43:57) Do we need to eat for morning runs? How much? How long before?
(46:36) Pre-workout, coffee, and caffeine?
(47:22) What to eat after a workout?
(48:35) Supplement recommendations?
(51:10) Protein powder recommendations?
(52:21) How much water in the summer?
(53:11) How many calories do you need while training for an ultra?
(54:34) How much protein?
(55:35) Thank you and good bye.
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Thank you for listening!
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