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The Fundamental MoleculeMatt Fitzgerald - Campaigns, MrBeast and Getting Arrested with your GrandmotherThe saying, "Those who tell the stories rule the world," is such a core truth that it is both a quote from Plato and a Native American proverb - two entirely distinct societies coming to the same conclusion. We in water know that our inability to tell our story is one of the most frustrating aspects of the sector and one of, if not the most, negatively impactful. So what happens when you put water's story in the hands of two of the best storytellers and creators on the planet? Matt Fitzgerald is the campaign architect of #TEAMWATER, which...
2025-08-2053 min
Running Book Reviews with Alan and LizChasing Mastery, by Matt FitzgeraldSend us a textIf this author's name sounds familiar it's because we've had him on 7 times before... and we haven't even covered half of the books he's written about endurance sport. As always, Matt is a great speaker and talks to us about the concept of mastery and mastering what it means to master your sport, which is the subject of his latest book, Chasing Mastery.Chasing Mastery is a guide developed to help athletes master their running through 25 lessons grouped under five pillars:MotivationLearningUnderstandingIndividuationChallengeAs you can probably tell by the...
2025-07-151h 34
wise athletes podcast#166 | Don't "Act Your Age" | Matt Fitzgerald Professional Supplements for Wise Athletes
About the guest: Matt Fitzgerald
Author of over 30 books on running & endurance
Matt Fitzgerald, a certified sports nutritionist, started running on April 19, 1983, one day after watching his father complete the Boston Marathon. This began a lifelong love affair with the sport. Having completed 50 marathons of his own, authored more than 30 books, cofounded the world’s largest online provider of endurance training resources, and coached dozens of his fellow runners to their goals, Matt lives by the motto, “Let your passion, not your ability, decide how far you go.” That’s...
2025-06-1440 min
wise athletesDon't "Act Your Age" | Matt Fitzgerald Professional Supplements for Wise Athletes
About the guest: Matt Fitzgerald
Author of over 30 books on running & endurance
Matt Fitzgerald, a certified sports nutritionist, started running on April 19, 1983, one day after watching his father complete the Boston Marathon. This began a lifelong love affair with the sport. Having completed 50 marathons of his own, authored more than 30 books, cofounded the world’s largest online provider of endurance training resources, and coached dozens of his fellow runners to their goals, Matt lives by the motto, “Let your passion, not your ability, decide how far you go.” That’s...
2025-06-1440 minwise athletes podcastDon't "Act Your Age" | Matt Fitzgerald Professional Supplements for Wise Athletes
About the guest: Matt Fitzgerald
Author of over 30 books on running & endurance
Matt Fitzgerald, a certified sports nutritionist, started running on April 19, 1983, one day after watching his father complete the Boston Marathon. This began a lifelong love affair with the sport. Having completed 50 marathons of his own, authored more than 30 books, cofounded the world’s largest online provider of endurance training resources, and coached dozens of his fellow runners to their goals, Matt lives by the motto, “Let your passion, not your ability, decide how far you go.” That’s...
2025-06-1440 min
The Rambling Runner Podcast#678 - Matt Fitzgerald: Chasing Mastery in Endurance SportsIn this conversation, best-selling author and endurance coach Matt Fitzgerald discusses his new book "Chasing Mastery: 25 Lessons to Cultivate Your Full Potential in Endurance Sports." Matt emphasizes the importance of self-regulation, the role of genetics, and the impact of environment on athletic development. He also shares insights on the psychological aspects of training, the significance of context, and the 80-20 principle in endurance training. Finally, Matt highlights that mastery is not solely about mileage but encompasses a holistic approach to improvement and the necessity of seeking help from experts.
2025-04-0952 min
The Strength Running PodcastBestselling Author Matt Fitzgerald: How to Perfect the Craft of RunningBestselling author, running coach, nutritionist, and 2:39 marathoner Matt Fitzgerald is back on the podcast! Today, we're answering the big question: How do you master the sport of running? We're not talking about getting fast or turning pro. Instead, we're talking about mastering the craft of running: becoming process-oriented and in-tune with yourself so that you can achieve your potential in the sport. Matt's new book, Chasing Mastery, addresses this topic. He's also authored 30+ other endurance books, including some of my favorites: Brain Training Run Faster (with Brad Hudson) Diet Cults In thi...
2025-03-2757 min
Grit2Greatness EnduranceChasing Mastery with Matt Fitzgerald#481 Chasing Mastery with Matt Fitzgerald Welcome Welcome to Episode #481 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. We're your hosts Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance news, coaching tips and discussion. This week we have a special feature with guest author, athlete and coach Matt Fitzgerald. Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIV...
2025-03-081h 36Running Book Reviews with Alan and LizHow to Run the Perfect Race, by Matt FitzgeraldSend us a textHow To Run The Perfect Race is a book all about pacing. The book is divided into two sections:Section 1: All about how to master pacingSection 2: RPE based training plans for your next 5k, 10k, half-marathon and marathon.Pacing isn’t about having an even pace on your Garmin. It’s about having an even effort which takes into account things like terrain and weather conditions on race day. Pacing may sound easy but most of us aren’t very good at it (and definitely not as goo...
2024-09-011h 28
The Run Smarter PodcastHow to Run the Perfect Race with Matt FitzgeraldToday’s topic focuses on how to run the perfect race with special guest, Matt Fitzgerald.Matt Fitzgerald, a renowned author of multiple running books, including "80/20 Running," "Racing Weight," "How Bad Do You Want It?", and "The Endurance Diet," joins the show. Matt discusses his latest book, "How to Run the Perfect Race: Better Racing through Better Pacing," diving into training strategies, race day execution, and the broader philosophy of running.The discussion covers the importance of pacing, the challenges of executing a perfect race, and the psychological and ph...
2024-06-091h 04
80/20 EnduranceJarred Ervin: The Purpose-Driven RunnerIn this episode of 80 20 Endurance, we chat with Jarred Ervin, a runner, coach, and advocate. From a non-runner with a baseball background to a trail running enthusiast, Jared shares his journey fueled by his fiancee's encouragement. He dives into his experience with the Coaches of Color initiative and the significance of his role in Black Men Run. Jarred's coaching ethos emphasizes effort-based runs, adaptability, and a love for diverse running terrains. Passionate about representation, he discusses driving inclusive changes in the sport and his aspirations to expand his coaching, prioritizing personal connections with athletes, irrespective of location....
2024-04-0633 min80/20 EnduranceMireille Siné: Lacing Up for LifeThis episode of the 80/20 Endurance podcast features a deep dive into the journey of one of our Coaches of Color apprentices, an influencer turned endurance coach, Mireille Siné. She sheds some light on the balance between influence and expertise in the endurance sports world, and shares insights into her personal battle with an autoimmune disease and how it propelled her towards embracing endurance coaching. This episode explores the transformative power of mentorship, the importance of structured training and life balance, and Mireille's aspirations to pioneer in bridging the gap between endurance sports and autoimmune awareness. Learn more ab...
2024-04-0642 min
wise athletesPain and Performance | Ryan Whited & Matt FitzgeraldFullscript for WiseAthletes
Pain is a terrible word. Four little letters that I used to believe mean I can't or I'm broken or worse. But, today on episode 124, I speak with Ryan Whited and Matt Fitzgerald, co-authors of Pain and Performance, to hear the origin story behind "Training as Treatment" and the 3-step process that we all can use to get on the path to better performance and less downtime and less hassle with pain solutions that don't work. While pain is communication, it does not mean "injury" or "imbalance" or "wear and tear"...and we can...
2024-01-291h 05wise athletes podcastPain and Performance | Ryan Whited & Matt FitzgeraldFullscript for WiseAthletes
Pain is a terrible word. Four little letters that I used to believe mean I can't or I'm broken or worse. But, today on episode 124, I speak with Ryan Whited and Matt Fitzgerald, co-authors of Pain and Performance, to hear the origin story behind "Training as Treatment" and the 3-step process that we all can use to get on the path to better performance and less downtime and less hassle with pain solutions that don't work. While pain is communication, it does not mean "injury" or "imbalance" or "wear and tear"...and we can...
2024-01-291h 05wise athletes podcast#124 | Pain and Performance | Ryan Whited & Matt FitzgeraldFullscript for WiseAthletes
Pain is a terrible word. Four little letters that I used to believe mean I can't or I'm broken or worse. But, today on episode 124, I speak with Ryan Whited and Matt Fitzgerald, co-authors of Pain and Performance, to hear the origin story behind "Training as Treatment" and the 3-step process that we all can use to get on the path to better performance and less downtime and less hassle with pain solutions that don't work. While pain is communication, it does not mean "injury" or "imbalance" or "wear and tear"...and we can...
2024-01-291h 05The Rambling Runner Podcast#592 - Pain & Performance: The Revolutionary New Way to Use Training as Treatment for Pain and Injury with Matt Fitzgerald and Ryan WhitedPain is universal. Athletes in pursuit of performance are not strangers to pain—in fact they embrace it. But nothing derails training faster than nagging athletic pain and injury, which all too often land athletes in an endless cycle of physical therapy or leave them sidelined from sport altogether, awaiting surgery."Pain & Performance" is a tour de force that explores compelling advances in pain science to reveal the shocking lack of evidence to support modern medicine’s approach to injury management. Co-author Ryan Whited shares how his own journey, as both an elite climber and a professional train...
2024-01-1248 min80/20 EnduranceRyan Whited: Pain and PerformanceIn this episode, we chat with Ryan Whited, a trainer who developed a unique approach to pain management called 'Training is Treatment.' Whited shares his experiences, which include grappling with injuries stemming from his various physical activities such as Karate, football, and climbing. As an expansion of his coaching, Whited has co-authored a book named 'Pain and Performance' with Matt Fitzgerald. Leveraging a biographical approach, it reveals Whited’s journey from athlete to coach, helping others manage pain through a simplified, non-medicalized, and empowering method. The goal is to foster independence in the athletes and steer them away fr...
2023-12-2251 min80/20 EnduranceCamille Herron: Path to Ultra ExcellenceIn this episode, we sit down with world-class ultra marathoner Camille Herron. Camille shares her impressive running journey and background, discussing her approach to nutrition, mental strategies for ultra distances, and her unique training techniques. From her early life hearing disability and developing a fascination with science, to mastering ultra marathons and enjoying steak and tacos post-race, Camille's journey is a testament to determination, resilience and pursuing passion. She also discusses how she navigates fame, manages extreme physical feats, and her goals for the future, including 24-hour races and multi-day events. Camille also shares how she plans to improve a...
2023-12-0754 min
The Property Unleashed PodcastSoftware Engineer Turned Property Investor, Matt Fletcher's Transformation & SuccessSend us a textEver wondered what it takes to transition from software engineering to property? Join Mark Fitzgerald and guest, Matt Fletcher from EvoStar Property as he shares intriguing insights on his transition to the property industry, starting from his experience during the dot-com bubble to establishing a Rent 2 Rent & Lettings and Management business in South Yorkshire and now as part of The Ultimate Serviced Accommodation Training program Matt is building his short term rental business and flying along with our support.Whether you're a budding property investor or just curious abo...
2023-12-0748 min
80/20 EnduranceJack Mullaney: The Heart of CoachingLive from Dream Run Camp: An In-depth Conversation with Coach Jack Mullaney of The Hoka Northern Arizona Elite TeamIn this episode, we welcome guest, Jack Mullaney, newly hired coach of the Hoka Northern Arizona Elite professional running team. Our conversation explores a variety of topics including Jack's coaching style and philosophy, the importance of building strong relationships and trust with athletes, his approach to drawing meaningful insights from data in training, and his thoughts on innovation in sport. Throughout the discussion, Jack emphasizes the importance of values in coaching, particularly his five principles of connection, competition...
2023-11-1646 min80/20 EnduranceSarah Gearhart: Kenyan Runners, Coaching, and CultureSarah Gearhart on 'We Share the Sun' and Kenya's Elite RunnersIn this podcast episode, Sarah Gearhart, author of 'We Share the Sun', discusses her time in Kenya profiling elite runners and the acclaimed running coach, Patrick Tsang. Throughout the conversation, Sarah delves into various aspects of Kenyan running culture, the significance of the food known as UGALI in the runner's diet, and her personal experience in training with the athletes. Sarah discusses how Patrick's unique coaching approach has sculpted world-class runners like Elliot Kipchoge, focusing on overall character development rather than just athletic performance. Sarah also...
2023-11-0345 min80/20 EnduranceMartinus Evans: Slow AFJoin us for a transformative journey as we sit down with Martinus Evans. After a life-altering doctor's ultimatum, Martinus was determined to create a space for himself in the running community. Discover how Martinus is redefining what it means to be a runner and empowering individuals of all sizes and abilities to embrace the joy of running. This episode is a powerful reminder that running is for everyone, no matter where you start (or finish).Connect with Martinus:InstagramCheck out his book and clubConnect With Us:
2023-10-2744 min80/20 EnduranceEmily Pifer: The Running BodyEmily Pifer is the talented author of "The Running Body," a book that offers a unique perspective on the sport we love.Emily takes us on a thought-provoking exploration of her journey, the complexities of the human body, and the enduring allure of running. Join us for a discussion that intersects sports, psychology, and personal transformation.Connect with Emily:Her personal website: https://emilypifer.com/Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilydpifer/Get her book, "The Running Body": https://www.amazon.com/Running-Body-Memoir-Autumn-Nonfiction/dp/1637680546Connect With Us:
2023-10-0647 min80/20 EnduranceGareth Sandford: Education, Endurance, and ExpertiseGareth Sandford holds a PhD in sport physiology and running performance from the Sport Performance Research Institute at AUT University in New Zealand. He's also worked for 13+ years across 18 individual and team sports within three Olympic and Paralympic systems (UK, New Zealand and Canada) and three professional sports leagues (English Football, Cricket and Rugby), and collaborated extensively within four additional Olympic sport systems (USA, Australia, Netherlands, Belgium). But that's not why we wanted him as a guest... Gareth's focus on education ensures everyone can grasp the complexities of training and competition, making this episode a must-listen for athletes and...
2023-09-2952 min80/20 EnduranceSian Allen - Research and DevelopIn this episode of the 80/20 Endurance Podcast, we venture into the dynamic world of human performance with a remarkable guest, Sian Allen. As a distinguished Human Performance Researcher, Sian is known for her exceptional ability to blend data, science, technology, and art to unlock the secrets of human achievement.Connect with Sian: https://twitter.com/DrSianAllenConnect With Us:Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's JamsMatt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams80/20 EnduranceSign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter here
2023-09-2242 min80/20 EnduranceScott Frey: Exploring Endurance and NeuroscienceDr. Scott H. Frey is an internationally renowned neuroscientist and psychologist, accomplished enduranceathlete, author, and teacher. Scott helps individuals and groups identify and realize their aspirations. He canbe reached at: Scott@CerebralPerformance.comConnect With Us:Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's JamsMatt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams80/20 EnduranceSign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter here
2023-09-0849 min80/20 EnduranceHilary Topper: From Couch Potato to Endurance AthleteHilary JM Topper, MPA, is a trailblazing entrepreneur, renowned USA Triathlon Coach Level 1, USMS Swim Coach, RRCA Running Coach, and author. She is the CEO of HJMT Public Relations, Inc., a driving force behind successful PR and digital marketing strategies. Her expertise extends to the world of endurance sports, as reflected in her latest book "From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete." This gripping memoir not only chronicles her personal journey but also resonates with anyone seeking inspiration to overcome challenges and embrace fitness transformation.Hilary's remarkable achievements continue to inspire as she imparts her fitness prowess through...
2023-08-2543 min80/20 EnduranceChristine Yu: Up to SpeedChristine Yu is an award-winning journalist whose work focuses on the intersection of sports science and women athletes. Her writing has appeared in Outside, The Washington Post, Time, and other publications. She is a lifelong athlete who loves running, yoga, and surfing. She lives in Brooklyn, NY. In this episode we discuss her book "Up to Speed".Connect With Christine:InstagramTwitterPersonal Website (Find her book, "Up to Speed", here)Connect With Us:Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's JamsMatt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams80/20 EnduranceS...
2023-08-1848 min
THE TRAVIS MACY SHOWEp. 91 Matt Fitzgerald: Prolific Author and Coach on His New Book, On Pace: Discover How to Run Every Race at Your Real LimitMatt Fitzgerald is an acclaimed endurance sports coach, nutritionist, and author. His many books include The Endurance Diet, 80/20 Running, and How Bad Do You Want It? Matt’s writing also appears regularly in magazines and on websites such as Women’s Running and outsideonline.com. His online training plans have helped thousands of athletes of all experience and ability levels achieve their goals. Certified by the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Matt has consulted for numerous sports nutrition companies, and he is the creator of the Diet Quality Score (DQS) smartphone app. A lifelong athlete, he frequently speaks at even...
2022-11-281h 20The Strength Running PodcastAuthor Matt Fitzgerald on How to Perfect the Art and Skill of PacingThe art of pacing yourself correctly is the key to success in workouts and races. But like any other skill, it requires practice and understanding what it really means to "listen to your body." If you enjoy reading about running and training, then this week's guest likely needs no introduction. Matt Fitzgerald is a prolific writer, having authored more than 30 books on endurance training and sports. He has immersed himself in the endurance world and is constantly at the forefront of communicating ways to make your training more effective and productive. Despite our shared last...
2022-09-2956 min
Suite Run98 | North County San Diego, CA with Matt Fitzgerald: Running in the Land of Perpetual Sunshine and BeachesLet us know what you think of this conversationWe welcome Matt Fitzgerald BACK to the Suite Run Podcast (check out Ep. 79 for our first conversation)! Matt is a successful endurance writer and the author of many books including, "Running the Dream", "Racing Weight", "How Bad Do You Want It", "The Comeback Quotient" "How to Run Like A Pro: Even If You're Slow" and his brand new book: "On Pace: Discover How To Run Every Race At Your Real Limit." Matt has run over forty marathons AND an Ironman triathlon. Matt is also a coach as...
2022-09-161h 22
The Mental Game with Sam BriefMatt Fitzgerald: Part IIEpisode 47 of The Mental Game features the second episode with endurance sports author, coach and athlete Matt Fitzgerald.
If you missed Part I with Matt, click here.
From childhood, Fitzgerald has been engrossed in running and has since become a leading author and coach in the sport. Fitzgerald has authored nearly 30 books, many of which zone in on the mental side of endurance sports. Most recently, Fitzgerald penned Run Like a Pro (Even If You’re Slow).
Since he last appeared on The Mental Game, Fitzgerald has suffered from long-haul COVID, which has sev...
2022-07-3046 min80/20 EnduranceEndeavorun Roundtable: Live From Austin, TXAmong the highlights of the recent Endeavorun retreat in Austin, Texas, was an all-star expert roundtable. Hosts Jake Tuber and Hanna Hunstad took turns firing questions at Dr. Asher Henry (PT, DPT, CSCS), Coach B from Too Legit Fitness and the Race Mob Podcast, Amanda Brooks and 80/20 Endurance’s own Matt Fitzgerald. Too bad you missed it, right? Wrong! We recorded it, and in this podcast we share the best parts with you.Part 1 can be found here: The Race Mob PodcastPart 2 can be found here: For The Long Run Podcast
2022-05-2727 min
Runchatlive PodcastRCL58: Nutrition Month Pt2: ’The Endurance Diet’ with guest Matt FitzgeraldThe 'Focus on NUTRITION' month continues, with episodes of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast being also uploaded here to Runchatlive as it's such an important topic or runners and professionals who work with runners. If you want to join the live recordings, head to The Runchatlive Facebook Page or Sports Therapy Association YouTube Channel every Tuesday at 8pm (GMT+1).
'Focus on Nutrition' month Part 2: 'The Endurance Diet' with special guest Matt Fitzgerald.
Matt Fitzgerald is a hugely respected endurance runner, sports journalist & best selling author. Therapists who work with runners/triathletes or are runners/triathletes t...
2022-05-201h 04
The STA Clinician PodcastSTA100: Nutrition Month Pt2: ’The Endurance Diet’ with guest Matt FitzgeraldWe've reached 100 episodes! A huge thank you to all listeners & guests who have helped us reach this milestone! And to celebrate it, we continue our 'Focus on Nutrition' month: 'The Endurance Diet' with special guest Matt Fitzgerald.
Matt Fitzgerald is a hugely respected endurance runner, sports journalist & best selling author. Therapists who work with runners/triathletes or are runners/triathletes themselves will most probably be familiar with Matt Fitzgerald's articles online & in magazines, plus his books including 'Brain Training for Runners', '80/20 Running', the recent 'Run Like a Pro', plus his excellent nutrition based books including the...
2022-05-201h 04
Suite Run79 | Oakdale, CA with Matt Fitzgerald: Running in the Cowboy Capital of the WorldLet us know what you think of this conversationWhat a treat and privilege to welcome Matt Fitzgerald to the Suite Run Podcast! In the world of endurance sports, Matt doesn't need an introduction. He is a successful endurance writer and the author of many books including, "Running the Dream", "Racing Weight", "How Bad Do You Want It", "The Comeback Quotient" and the latest book that just hit the bookshelves, "How to Run Like A Pro: Even If You're Slow" that he co-authored with NAZ Elite coach Ben Rosario. Matt has run over forty marathons AND an...
2022-04-211h 16
The Endurance Experience PodcastEP. 42: The Racing Weight Question w/Coach, Nutritionist, Author, Matt FitzgeraldA conversation with endurance sports coach, author, and nutritionist Matt Fitzgerald. He is the author of 31 books including Racing Weight, How to Get Lean for Peak Performances and Race like a Pro, (Even if You’re Slow). Just released this month.We discuss endurance athletes and the concept of achieving an optimal performance weight or what athletes colloquially call “Race Weight.” We have a science and evidence-based discussion on why and when body composition matters with respect to bodies in motion.We discuss Matt’s motivation for writing the book Racing Weight and the 6 step plan he outli...
2022-03-191h 1280/20 EnduranceJoanne Lee Molinaro: The Korean VeganJoanne Lee Molinaro is on the podcast this week. If you think you're too old for tiktok, think again. Joanne started her blog in 2015 and took to tiktok during the pandemic. She shares authentic snippets of inspiration, life stories, and by the end of the clip... you feel like her friend. Joanne has a natural way of connecting with humans and brings her creative, ambitious spirit to the podcast this week as she shares her story about going from partner at a law firm to full-time content creator. Joanne also discusses her relationship with running, one that is quite...
2022-02-111h 0980/20 EnduranceCait Chock: There is Only One Cait ChockThere is no one like Cait Chock, seriously. Matt and Hanna sat down, cracked open a beer, and let Cait Chock tell her story... exclusively. Cait has one of the most unique relationships with running. As a record-smashing state champion in high school, Cait seemed destined for massive success. But as she began her professional career at Nike, her body had different plans. She's had to reframe her relationship with running as she battles chronic fatigue. Her story is inspiring, undoubtably, but also hilarious. This is a true must-hear episode that will tug the heartstrings and provide a laugh...
2022-02-041h 02Running Book Reviews with Alan and LizRun Like a Pro (Even if You're Slow), by Matt Fitzgerald and Ben Rosario.Send us a textRun Like Pro Even If You’re Slow attempts to break down key habits and traits of professional runners and make them available to the rest of us. We tend to think that professional runners are somehow fundamentally different from the rest of us, but a lot of those differences are due to better lifestyle habits and more emotional intelligence which are things we can all improve to become faster runners. Each chapter of the book focuses on one topic such as managing mileage, balancing intensities, recovery, and many more. The chapters at th...
2022-02-011h 3580/20 EnduranceYale Sleep Experts Dr. Kryger and Lynelle Schneeberg: Sleep Is EverythingEveryone knows that sleep is important. But for endurance athletes, it’s even more important—and also more challenging in certain ways. Does working out late in the day affect sleep quality? Does poor sleep the night before a race impact performance, and if so, what can be done about it? In this week’s podcast, Hanna and Matt get answers to these and other questions from Yale University sleep experts Meir Kryger and Lynelle Schneeberg. Be sure to subscribe, so you’re notified when new episodes drop every Thursday.Connect With Us:Hanna @hannadoes...
2022-01-2845 min80/20 EnduranceJessica Schnier: Coaching With KindnessNine days into her yearlong Coaches of Color Initiative apprenticeship, Jessica Schnier sat down with Hanna and Matt to tell her story, give honest feedback on how the apprenticeship experience is going so far, and share her hopes and plans for the future. Wise beyond her years, Jessica also explains her coaching philosophy and offers one of the best tips we’ve ever heard on dealing with rough patches in races.COCI is a resource-intensive program, and we need your help to give Jessica and future apprentices the best possible experience. One way to do so is by...
2022-01-2142 min80/20 EnduranceAmanda Brooks: Run to the FinishBest known as the woman behind the immensely popular blog Run to the Finish, as well as the book of the same name, Amanda Brooks is also one of five coaches (our own Matt Fitzgerald being another) involved in PACE, an AI-powered adaptive training app for runners that was recently launched by TrainingPeaks. In her new interview with Hanna and Matt, Amanda explains how she got involved in the PACE project, what makes it so unique, and why she’s excited about the upcoming Austin Running Retreat, where she will join forces with Hanna, Matt, and others to provide a...
2022-01-1347 min80/20 EnduranceEmma-Kate Lidbury: A Triathlon FairytaleFor those of us who love the sport of triathlon, Emma-Kate Lidbury has lived a fairytale life. Like many of us, Emma-Kate discovered triathlon as an adult, doing her first race on a lark with no expectations. Unlike most of us, however, she not only fell in love with the sport but also discovered that she was extraordinarily good at it—so good that she went on to turn pro and win six Ironman 70.3 events and crack the top ten in 70.3 Worlds on two occasions.But the fairytale doesn’t end there. Upon retiring from the...
2022-01-0646 min80/20 EnduranceKacey Gibson: The Mind DoctorIf you’ve read Coach Matt’s memoir, Life Is a Marathon, you know Kacey Gibson as the struggling runner whom Matt helped through the final miles of the 2017 Runners Marathon of Reston (which Kacey wound up winning, by the way). Four years later, Kacey has a thriving career as a sports psychologist, doctoring the minds of elite athletes, beginners, and everyone in between. In this information-rich episode of the podcast, Matt and Hanna pick Kacey’s brain about our brains, coming away with tons of great tips that any athlete can use to raise their mental game. ...
2021-12-3046 min80/20 EnduranceMarco Altini, PhD: The Man Behind the MovementWith each passing day, more and more athletes are choosing to monitor their heart rate variability (HRV). No one deserves more credit for this trend than Marco Altini, PhD, creator of the industry-leading HRV4Training smartphone app. We’ll have to invite Marco back on the podcast another time to get his life story, but in this interview Matt and Hanna maintain a laser focus on the main topic, receiving a lucid and comprehensive education in heart rate variability from the man who knows more about it than anyone else. Whether you’re already monitoring HRV and want...
2021-12-2350 min80/20 EnduranceSelene Yeager: The Fit Chick SpeaksSelene Yeager has had an amazing career. Professional cyclist, longtime columnist for Bicycling magazine, author of bestselling books including Roar with Stacy Sims—she’s done it all. Now postmenopausal (and she wouldn’t mind our saying this), Selene is not exactly resting on her laurels, but has instead chosen to tackle the “change of life” head-on through the Hit Play Not Pause podcast, a forthcoming book on the topic, and high-spirited interviews like this one she did with Matt and Hanna. Connect With Selene:https://www.seleneyeager.com/Her bicycling.com articlesTwitte...
2021-12-1650 min80/20 EnduranceDean Karnazes: A Runner's HighIn 2006, Dean Karnazes came out of nowhere to become a household name in the global running community with the publication of his memoir, Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner. What has Dean been up to in the 15 years since then? A lot more incredible running adventures, many of which are recounted in his latest book, Runner’s High: My Life in Motion. In this week’s podcast episode, Dean tells us why he just can’t stop running, shares his views on what makes a good running memoir, and even steps outside his comfort zone to offer a few ch...
2021-12-0944 min80/20 EnduranceLeyla Porteous: Meet Your New CoachBy now you know that 80/20 Endurance has a new Director of Training on staff. But just who is Leyla Porteous? What’s her story, how did she get into endurance coaching, and are the drop bears of Australia truly more dangerous than its infamous spiders and snakes? Learn the answers to these questions and many more in this week’s episode of the podcast, or just listen in for the sake of enjoying Leyla’s fetching Aussie accent. Connect With Leyla:StravaEmail: leyla@8020endurance.comConnect With Us:Ha...
2021-12-0253 min80/20 EnduranceHanna and Matt: Giving ThanksHere in the US, we are celebrating Thanksgiving and prepping for the holiday season. Hanna and Matt look ahead to next year, letting you know what you can expect from 80/20 Endurance in 2022, and answer questions from athletes about our various new offerings and initiatives.Connect With Us:Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's JamsMatt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams@8020enduranceSign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter hereMentioned In This Episode:Our New Cycling PlansOur Virtual Conference: The Endurance EventIn-Person Training CampsThe 80/20 Endurance F...
2021-11-2541 min80/20 EnduranceAJ Gregg: Stronger Than YesterdayYou know AJ Gregg as the creator of the 80/20 Endurance strength and mobility plans. But you’re about to get to know him a whole lot better in this week’s podcast. AJ explains how he came to be the head of an elite training center before he turned thirty, offers Hanna a bunch of free training advice, and answers questions submitted by athletes like you.Connect With AJ:Instagram @dr_ajgreggTwitter @dr_ajgreggHypo2 - AJ's Training CenterConnect With Us:Hanna @hannadoesfitnessMatt @fitzg...
2021-11-1842 min80/20 EnduranceAngelina Ramos: Coaching to Make a DifferenceIt is often said that coaching isn’t a job, it’s a calling, and Angelina Ramos is living proof of this. Her immense passion for coaching and her selfless commitment to the runners she leads at Ball State University are unmistakable. In this wide-ranging interview, Angelina talks to Matt and Hanna about everything from balancing coaching with her own running to her role as an advisor to the 80/20 Endurance Foundation’s Coaches of Color Initiative. We’re confident that, after listening to this episode, you’ll want a coach just like Angelina Ramos!Coaches of Color Initiative...
2021-11-1155 min80/20 EnduranceDan LaMorte: Not Your Typical UltrarunnerThere’s probably no such thing as a typical ultrarunner, but if there is, Dan LaMorte ain’t it. A standup comic by trade, Dan started running as a way to lose weight, has never run a race shorter than 40 miles, and still smokes cannabis, although he was stone-cold sober when Matt and Hanna caught up with him for this surprisingly earnest and poignant interview. We dare you to listen to it and not come away liking Dan as much as we do. Connect With Dan:Dan's Official WebsiteInstagram @danlamorte Twitter @danl...
2021-11-0456 min80/20 EnduranceAli Nolan: Master the MarathonTraining for a marathon is only one part of preparing for a marathon. In her new book, Master the Marathon, Ali Nolan covers every aspect of marathon preparation from choosing a race to avoiding the dreaded “wall.” It’s a true one-stop shop for runners seeking to master the hallowed 26.2-mile distance. Ali talks about why she chose to target women runners in particular with her message, overcoming imposter syndrome in writing the book, and what running does for her mental health, while also sharing a number of useful tips for marathon prep.Connect With Ali:
2021-10-2852 min80/20 EnduranceBertrand Newson: Running for ChangeToday, October 21, is the official launch date of the Coaches of Color Initiative (COCI), a program created by the 80/20 Endurance Foundation to improve diversity in endurance sports. To mark the occasion, we’re releasing a special episode of the 80/20 Endurance podcast featuring COCI’s co-director, Bertrand Newson. Just a few short years ago, Bertrand was a hotel executive and beer league softball player who had never run farther than a mile. Today he is a veteran of more than 300 timed running events, a certified running coach, and head of one of the largest and most diverse running clubs in the...
2021-10-2154 min80/20 EnduranceSue Reynolds: The Athlete InsideSue Reynolds is living proof that emulating the exercise and eating practices of elite athletes can help anyone achieve peak health and fitness. By doing these very things, Sue transformed herself from a 335-lb couch potato into a 135-lb World Championships-qualifying triathlete—all between the ages of 56 and 62! But the inner transformation Sue experienced over the course of this journey, which is detailed in her book The Athlete Inside, is the real story, and you’re going to want to hear it. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get notified when the episode drops on Thursday....
2021-10-1553 min80/20 EnduranceDr. Noel Brick: Mind Over MuscleFew people know more about how elite endurance athletes think than Noel Brick, a sports psychologist at Ulster University and coauthor of the new book The Genius of Athletes. In this week’s podcast, Noel gives us a bunch of insights into elite thinking, and what’s cool about it is that he does so on the eve of putting his knowledge into practice in a half marathon, where he hoped to set a new personal best. Connect With Noel:Noel's WebsiteNoel's TwitterConnect With Us:@hannadoesfitness...
2021-10-0753 min80/20 EnduranceCory Nyamora: Training the Whole PersonKnowledge is power, they say, and if that’s true, then self-knowledge is a superpower. Don’t believe it? You will after listening to the interview Matt and Hanna did with Cory Nyamora, a Kenyan expatriate who now lives in California, where he teaches the power of self-knowledge to a diverse cross-section of athletes and nonathletes in his work as a clinical psychologist, sports psychologist, and endurance coach. An athlete himself, Cory takes a practical, holistic approach to personal growth in sports and life that we know you’ll benefit from hearing.Connect With Cory:Cory...
2021-09-3052 minThe Strength Running Podcast215. How to Engineer a Comeback: Author Matt Fitzgerald on Overcoming the OddsMatt Fitzgerald is a 2:39 marathoner, acclaimed author, triathlete, nutritionist, and running coach. His most recent book is The Comeback Quotient, available now. The subject of his book is both timely and personal, as Matt is currently working through being a COVID long hauler. He first got coronavirus in March of 2020, got healthy, but then 6 months later started getting long haul symptoms. He's still mostly unable to run, which makes this conversation so pertinent to him. In this conversation we'll be talking about the 3-step process for recognizing reality, digging yourself out of any hole that...
2021-09-3054 min80/20 EnduranceLydia Nader, RD: Feast of KnowledgeThe reviews are in, and folks think the new 80/20 Endurance podcast is pretty good. But you know what would make it even better? How about if Matt and Hanna shut their traps for a second and allowed 80/20 athletes to ask questions of their own! Well, guess what: We did just that in this week’s episode, which features Chicago-based sports dietitian and Endeavorun staff nutritionist Lydia Nader, who really knows her stuff. Join us in Austin, Texas for our first in-person running retreat in partnership with Endeavorun! Find out more here.Connect With Lydia:
2021-09-2354 minThe Strength Running Podcast213. Endeavorun Live Q&A with Kate Grace, Matt Fitzgerald, Lydia Nader, and Peter Bromka (Part 1)Today we're doing something a little different with a panel of running experts. We are discussing a variety of topics, everything from training-related questions to the not-so-serious ones. Endeavorun created a unique experience for a group of runner enthusiasts. We got to spend a few days together in Boulder, CO at a retreat focusing on all things running. One of our highlight events was a panel discussion that you're about to hear. We sat down with Olympian Kate Grace, 2:19 marathoner Peter Bromka, author Matt Fitzgerald, registered dietitian Lydia Nader, and myself for a live Q...
2021-09-1635 min80/20 EnduranceEndeavorun Roundtable: Live From BoulderAmong the highlights of the recent Endeavorun retreat in Boulder, Colorado, was an all-star expert roundtable. Host Jake Tuber and camp attendees took turns firing questions at Olympic 800-meter runner Kate Grace, “Positive Split” columnist Peter Bromka, Matt's brother from another runner Jason Fitzgerald of the "Strength Running" Podcast, registered dietitian Lydia Nader, and 80/20 Endurance’s own Matt Fitzgerald. Too bad you missed it, right? Wrong! We recorded it, and in this week’s podcast we share the best parts with you. Part 1 can be found here: The Strength Running PodcastPart 2 can be found here: For The...
2021-09-1625 min80/20 EnduranceMark Remy: You Can't Be SeriousThere are lots of really funny people in the endurance world, but perhaps none funnier than Mark Remy. You know him as the man behind Dumb Runner, an endless source of hilarious fake news articles, comics, and merchandise that highlight the foibles of us runners. At the outset of our unforgettable interview with Mark, we told him straight up that he’d better make us laugh, and boy did he deliver! But Mark also showed a serious side, and even made Hanna cry. Almost. Okay, not really. Connect With Mark:@thedumbrunner - Instagram@re...
2021-09-0956 min80/20 EnduranceAddie Bracy: Ninety Percent Half MentalAnyone who has ever done an ultramarathon knows that the challenge is more mental than physical. In fact, someone should write a book about mental training for ultrarunning. Oh, wait—someone already did! And not just anyone but Addie Bracy, herself an elite ultrarunner. Addie was kind enough to take time out from coaching a couple of runners preparing for the Leadville Trail 100 to speak to us about Mental Training for Ultrarunning and about the mental side of endurance training and racing generally. No one this fast should be this smart!Connect With Addie:@ad...
2021-09-0248 min80/20 EnduranceAddie Bracy: Ninety Percent Half MentalAnyone who has ever done an ultramarathon knows that the challenge is more mental than physical. In fact, someone should write a book about mental training for ultrarunning. Oh, wait—someone already did! And not just anyone but Addie Bracy, herself an elite ultrarunner. Addie was kind enough to take time out from coaching a couple of runners preparing for the Leadville Trail 100 to speak to us about Mental Training for Ultrarunning and about the mental side of endurance training and racing generally. No one this fast should be this smart!Connect With Addie:@ad...
2021-09-0248 min80/20 EnduranceJames McKirdy: Born to CoachIf you run, and if you have a coach, don’t listen to this episode. Because if you do, you’ll want James McKirdy or one of his McKirdy Trained coaches to coach you, and your coach will be pissed, and she or he will have a beef with us. Everyone else, go ahead and listen to this penetrating interview about the art of coaching, and of being coached, and a whole lot more.Connect With Us:@hannadoesfitness@fitzgerald.matt@8020enduranceOffers:InsideTracker | Get 25% off the entire Insi...
2021-08-2858 min80/20 EnduranceJames McKirdy: Born to CoachIf you run, and if you have a coach, don’t listen to this episode. Because if you do, you’ll want James McKirdy or one of his McKirdy Trained coaches to coach you, and your coach will be pissed, and she or he will have a beef with us. Everyone else, go ahead and listen to this penetrating interview about the art of coaching, and of being coached, and a whole lot more.Connect With Us:@hannadoesfitness@fitzgerald.matt@8020enduranceOffers:InsideTracker | Get 25% off the entire Insi...
2021-08-2858 min80/20 EnduranceLet's Catch UpOur first mini episode! We want to catch up with you about all things 80/20 Endurance and what we have in the works.Connect With Us:@hannadoesfitness@fitzgerald.matt@8020enduranceOffers:InsideTracker | Get 25% off the entire InsideTracker store at insidetracker.com/eightytwentyConnect With Us:Hanna @hannadoesfitness, Hanna's JamsMatt @fitzgerald.matt, Matt's Jams80/20 EnduranceSign up for the 80/20 Endurance Newsletter here
2021-08-2616 min80/20 EnduranceJackson Yee: Suffer BetterNever heard of Jackson Yee? We hadn’t either until he hooked us up with a couple of copies of his book Suffer Better! – How to Raise Your Pain Tolerance and Develop Your Resilience for Training and Life. Now we want the whole world to know about Jackson Yee, starting with you! Jackson’s evolution from spoiled crybaby to hardcore bodybuilder to broke alcoholic to mental toughness coach is both gripping and inspiring, while his brutally honest, potty-mouthed communication style will make you spit out your milk before it makes you want to bust through a wall and body slam y...
2021-08-1958 min80/20 EnduranceGeorgie Fear, RD: Happy MealsThe world needs more Georgie Fears. A registered dietitian, endurance athlete, and author of books including the Racing Weight Cookbook and Give Yourself More, Georgie is everything that all too many nutrition experts and pseudo experts are not: reasonable, evenhanded, pragmatic, and openminded. Her takes on body image, cooking, building sustainable food habits, and other topics covered in this fast-paced conversation are unfailingly smart, refreshing, and actionable. Whether you’re looking to improve your body composition, have more energy, or just make healthy eating easier, this episode will take you one step closer to your goal.Please no...
2021-08-1258 min80/20 EnduranceJake Tuber: Bringing the Elite Athlete Experience to EveryoneHave you ever dreamed about living the life of a professional athlete? How cool would it be to drop out of the workaday world for a little while and immerse yourself a sport-centered lifestyle in a beautiful place? Jake Tuber is on a mission to make this experience a reality for anyone who’s interested. An executive coach and learning facilitator in his own workaday life, Jake is also the creator of Endeavorun, a new take on the traditional training concept that aims to bring elements of the elite experience to athletes of all ages and abilities. Hanna and Ma...
2021-08-0547 min80/20 EnduranceHanna Hunstad: Introducing Our Co-Host, Swimmer Turned Triathlete, Life Lessons from AthleticsDoes the world need another endurance podcast? No. But we’ve created one anyway, and we think you’ll like it. In this debut episode, Matt introduces and interviews his own cohost, Hanna, who may be less well-known to the endurance world now but won’t be for long. You’ll hear Hanna talk about her days as a highly ranked youth swimmer and the valuable athletic and life lessons she learned when performance stagnation in her early teens poured cold water on her highest competitive ambitions. You’ll also learn about Hanna’s post-collegiate transition to triathlon and how she land...
2021-08-0540 min80/20 EnduranceCarrie Jackson Cheadle: Mental Performance Consultant, Dealing With Injury, Characteristics of Great CoachesWhat’s the single most impactful thing you could do to improve your athletic performance? Hire a coach? Clean up your diet? Buy a better bike? After listening to our interview with mental performance consultant Carrie Jackson, you just might decide that it’s none of the above. Carrie specializes in mental skills training, a specific, evidence-based set of tools that can do more to improve athletic performance and overall enjoyment than just about anything else. She’s also a fun person to hang out and talk shop with, as you’re about to find out for yourself.M...
2021-08-0556 min80/20 EnduranceWelcome to 80/20 Endurance! 80/20 Endurance is the world’s leading developer of training plans for endurance athletes—and now it’s also a podcast! Hosted by Matt Fitzgerald and Hanna Hunstad, our eclectic weekly series aims to entertain, inform, and inspire athletes of all abilities and experience levels by providing a forum for lively conversations with a diverse range of personalities from the endurance world. Each new episode is brought to you with the support of InsideTracker, who generously rewards our listeners with a 25 percent discount by signing up here. Follow us on Instagram @8020endurance and learn more about us at www.8020endurance.com.
2021-07-2002 min
The Rambling Runner Podcast#327 - Cheryl Miller and "Running Between the Lines" with Matt FitzgeraldCheryl Miller is one the most interesting people we've had on the show with an absolutely fascinating story. Cheryl grew up in a challenging situation with almost all of her family members dying when she was young for a variety of reasons. After relocating to Long Island to live with her grandparents she started to excel at running just when her life needed to be put on the right track. After several New York state titles she decided to run at Georgetown. She quickly moved on from running while there and decided to focus elsewhere. She graduated, entered law school...
2021-04-231h 31
The Rambling Runner Podcast#307 - Matt Fitzgerald: The Comeback QuotientMatt Fitzgerald is back for his third appearance on the Rambling Runner Podcast and this time he discusses his new book.
A good comeback makes a great story. In The Comeback Quotient, sports journalist Matt Fitzgerald shares the stories of top athletic comebacks, to give you inspiration and tools for your own comeback in sport or life.
Every sports fan loves a great comeback. Is there a special quality shared by top athletes who triumph over great challenges? And can anyone acquire it? In The Comeback Quotient, celebrated sportswriter Matt Fitzgerald supplies the answer to both questions. He identifies these...
2021-02-121h 05
Endurance with Ian SharmanEp. 10 - Matt Fitzgerald and 'The Comeback Quotient'The PodiumRunner Endurance Podcast is hosted by Ian Sharman, a professional ultra runner and coach with over 200 marathons or ultra finishes and more than 50 wins (www.sharmanultra.com, @sharmanian). We discuss training and racing topics with leading sports scientists and how to practically apply research findings for marathoners and ultra runners.Episode 10 - Matt Fitzgerald and 'The Comeback Quotient'In this episode, Ian is joined by author Matt Fitzgerald. The show starts by discussing Matt's current experience with being a long haul COVID-19 patient, which really tests his ability to put his "comeback" concepts into p...
2021-02-031h 25
Mile High Endurance PodcastNew Years Inspiration with Matt FitzgeraldHappy New Year! This year you will see us pursue a number of themes and January is our "Inspiration" series. Our feature interview this week is one of our audience favorites for 2020. If you are in your mid forties and think your best years are behind you, think again. Today we're taking you on a journey with endurance sports writer, coach and elite runner, Matt Fitzgerald. Matt decided to live out a dream to train and race with a professional running team to see exactly how much potential he still had in his 46 year old body. He...
2021-01-021h 28
Grit2Greatness EnduranceNew Years Inspiration with Matt FitzgeraldHappy New Year! This year you will see us pursue a number of themes and January is our "Inspiration" series. Our feature interview this week is one of our audience favorites for 2020. If you are in your mid forties and think your best years are behind you, think again. Today we're taking you on a journey with endurance sports writer, coach and elite runner, Matt Fitzgerald. Matt decided to live out a dream to train and race with a professional running team to see exactly how much potential he still had in his 46 year old body. He ran a...
2021-01-021h 28
The Same 24 HoursMatt Fitzgerald: The Comeback QuotientMatt Fitzgerald is author of the bestseller How Bad Do You Want It? and many other books on sports, nutrition, and mental performance. His writing has appeared in numerous sports and fitness publications, including Men’s Fitness, Men’s Health, Outside, Runner’s World, Bicycling, and Women’s Running.
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Everyone loves a great comeback. In The Comeback Quotient, bestselling sports journalist Matt Fitzgerald examines the science and stories behind some of the most astonishing comebacks in sport. Why...
2020-12-1058 minRunning Book Reviews with Alan and LizThe Comeback Quotient, by Matt FitzgeraldSend us a textMatt Fitzgerald's second book release in 2020?... You better believe it!In this episode we have Matt Fitzgerald back to talk about his newest book, The Comeback Quotient, that will start shipping in December. This book is part self-help book, part personal experience, and part compilation of inspiring stories about defying the odds. There are 9 chapters, with a portion of Matt’s training journey leading up to the Santa Rosa Ironman Triathlon, at the end of each chapter. Matt wanted to make a comeback of his own, and he tried to...
2020-12-011h 22
The Extramilest Podcast#38: Matt Fitzgerald on 80/20 Running & Running the Dream!"If you think something's impossible, just know that you could well be wrong and so it's best just to assume that you can just keep getting better." - Matt Fitzgerald. Matt Fitzgerald is an author, coach, nutritionist and athlete. Fascinated by elite performance and mindset, Matt draws parallels between elite and recreational running, in everything from dealing with injury to going after big goals. Matt draws on his time with professional runners at the HOKA NAZ Elite Summer run camp, in Flagstaff, Arizona, among other experiences, with wit and wisdom. Here we have...
2020-10-161h 04
The Running for Real PodcastMatt Fitzgerald: Running The DreamSarah Crouch Takeover Have you ever wondered what it would be like to train with a group of elite runners? To experience their daily schedules, workout routines, and eating habits? Matt Fitzgerald, author of dozens of running books and owner of a 2:39 PR for the marathon had the opportunity to do just that! Matt went to Flagstaff, Arizona and trained with a group of elite runners and documented his experience in his book, titled Running the Dream: One Summer Living, Training, and Racing with a Team of World-Class Runners Half My Age, which comes out in May.
2020-07-101h 04
Mind Muscle Project693: Matt Fitzgerald on Simple Tips To Run Faster & Longer - Interview 302This week on the show the boys welcome back Best-selling author Matt Fitzgerald to share the inside secrets of a pro-athlete runners training camp and what we can all do to be fitter and faster on the pavement.Matt Fitzgerald Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fitzgerald.matt/?hl=enMatt Fitzgerald Website - https://mattfitzgerald.org/about/Whoop Strap 3.0 - mindmuscle = 15% offhttps://www.whoop.comActivated Nutrients - OFFERMMP = 20% offhttps://activatednutrients.com/Project Programs - https://themindmuscleproject.com/programs8 week Dumbbell Only ProgramGuys - https://themindmuscleproject.com/db-only-menGirls - https://themindmuscleproject.com/db-only-womenOur...
2020-07-051h 19Running Book Reviews with Alan and LizRunning the Dream, by Matt FitzgeraldSend us a textHave you ever dreamt of what it would be like to train like an elite runner? To have your whole life revolve around running, and see how good you could get if there were no other distractions? Accomplished endurance athlete, coach, and author, Matt Fitzgerald, did exactly this in 2017, and wrote about it in his most recent book Running the Dream. If you are familiar with some of Matt Fitzgerald’s other books, this one doesn’t have the traditional layout with chapters dedicated to different topics. Instead, the book reads like a journ...
2020-06-301h 12
The Rambling Runner Podcast#237 - Matt Fitzgerald: Running the DreamMatt Fitzgerald has been running (and writing about running) for most of his adult life. Like many passionate amateur runners, he never felt he quite fulfilled his potential. In his mid-forties, Matt convinced Ben Rosario, head coach of Northern Arizona Elite, to let him train with a roster of national champions and Olympic hopefuls in the running mecca of Flagstaff, Arizona. These runners included Scott Fauble, Kellyn Taylor, Stephanie and Ben Bruce, Matt Llano, Tim Ritchie, and several others. Matt's mission: Run the race of his life at the Chicago Marathon by preparing exactly like a professional runner.
Matt’s gripping a...
2020-05-251h 07Runchatlive PodcastMatt Fitzgerald: Running The Dream - How To Train Like An EliteRunchatlive Ep43: Matt Fitzgerald 'Running The Dream'
In this episode of Runchatlive, we welcome the return of Matt Fitzgerald, nutritionist, endurance athlete and author of hugely popular books such as 'Brain Training For Runners', 'Run Faster 5k to Marathon', '80/20 Running', 'Diet Cults' and the truly incredible 'Life Is A Marathon' which we spoke to Matt about in Runchatlive Ep.37.
'RUNNING THE DREAM', Matt's latest book, documents a summer he spent with the Northern Arizona Elite, one of the country's premier professional running teams, training with national champions and Olympic hopefuls in the running mecca...
2020-05-221h 06
Grit2Greatness EnduranceRunning The Dream by Matt FitzgeraldIf you are in your mid forties and think your best years are behind you, think again. Today we're taking you on a journey with endurance sports writer, coach and dare I say elite runner, Matt Fitzgerald. Matt decided to live out a dream to train and race with a professional running team to see exactly how much potential he still had in his 46 year old body. Ben Rosario is the coach of the Northern Arizona Elite running team. As you'll hear, Matt sought out Ben and NAE because of the coach and team's reputation and the opportunity to...
2020-04-1229 min
Create Your Now Archive 6 with Kristianne Wargo1538 My Strength Is My Story with Matt FitzgeraldLife is a marathon. As an endurance athlete and coach, Matt Fitzgerald reveals how the marathon transforms the lives of everyone who attempts it, especially how it has helped his own family cope with serious adversity. Matt Fitzgerald is a husband of 18 years to Nataki. But really Queenie, their puppy, rules the house, especially with her 5am wake-up licks. Matt is an endurance sports writer and certified sports nutritionist. He is a coach and spokesperson for PEAR Sports and former senior editor at Triathlete and Competitor. Matt has also contributed to Men's Health...
2020-01-301h 03Runchatlive PodcastMatt Fitzgerald: Life Is A Marathon - Coping with bipolar disorder#Ep.37: Matt Fitzgerald - Life Is A Marathon
Season two of Runchatlive brings you hugely respected endurance runner, sports journalist & best selling author: Matt Fitzgerald.
*APOLOGIES in advance for sound issues during the recording. All will be fine for the next episode! 🙄*
Many runners will already be familiar with Matt Fitzgerald's articles online & in magazines, plus his best selling books including 'Brain Training for Runners', '80/20 Running', and 'The Endurance Diet' to name just a few.
His latest book 'Life Is A Marathon: A Memoir of Love and Endurance' takes a sta...
2019-12-221h 01
Thyroid Reset RadioDo Pro Athletes Burn Carbs or Fats? with Matt FitzgeraldBetween the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place. On this episode we cover what the best ways to fuel your active body and your active muscles are. Do you have to choose between carbs and fat, and do you know which one is better for fueling your body? Athletes aren't the only people that need to consider the...
2019-11-111h 06
Pursuit of the Perfect Race278 - IRONMAN© Santa Rosa - Matt Fitzgerald278 - IRONMAN© Santa Rosa – Matt Fitzgerald-Matt needs no introduction as he has written countless books on endurance running, triathlons, mindset, and even finding your best Race Weight. I am grateful for the change to talk with Matt about his race at Santa Rosa this year. The way he deals with adversity during the race and the “Don’t Panic” attitude is something I personally made note. We talk about his new book, Life is a Marathon: A Memoir of Love and Endurance. Something most folks don’t know about Matt is that he is always learning from himsel...
2019-06-161h 47The Strength Running PodcastEpisode 96: Matt Fitzgerald on Suffering, Love, and why Life is a MarathonYou're about to listen to Strength Running's first live show with author Matt Fitzgerald. If you're not familiar with Matt, he's written more than 20 books about sports nutrition, endurance, running, and the marathon including my favorites, The Endurance Diet, Brain Training, Racing Weight, and Diet Cults. This was recorded in front of a live audience at the Tattered Cover bookstore in Denver, Colorado. Matt's latest book is a memoir called Life is a Marathon that chronicles his career as a coward when it comes to the suffering that inevitably accompanies endurance running. But he learns...
2019-05-2028 minThe Same 24 HoursMatt Fitzgerald: Life is a Marathon - Love, Endurance and Bipolar DisorderMeredith's Note: *For those of you who downloaded the first version of this audio, you probably heard the remnants of my hacking cough and snort - the edited version did not make it to iTunes before it gobbled it up and sent it out. You can delete and enjoy a cough-free episode now.* You know, it wouldn't be me and Matt Fitzgerald if I wasn't a complete dingbat AGAIN.
Matt Fitzgerald is an endurance writer known for his powerful and expert advice. His new book, Life is a Marathon: A Memoir of Love and Endurance, is unlike a...
2019-03-2728 min
The Rambling Runner Podcast#23 Matt Fitzgerald: "How Bad Do You Want It" and Training Like a ProIn this episode of the Rambling Runner Podcast I am privileged to be joined by the best endurance sport author of this generation - Matt Fitzgerald. Matt has written dozens of influential books including two of my favorites “How Bad Do You Want It“ and “Iron War.“ We dive into each of those books as well as his fascinating experience training full-time with the NAZ Elite running team before setting a PR, and finishing top-5 in his age group, at the Chicago Marathon. You can read his blog detailing that experience and his current training at http://finalsurge.com/seriouslyamateur. Also che...
2018-01-0148 minThe Strength Running PodcastEpisode 20 - Author Matt Fitzgerald on "The Endurance Diet"Diet is more important than most runners realize - and the effects of poor eating habits can derail anybody's running: If you don't eat enough, you're more prone to running injuries and won't run as quickly during races or workouts If you eat too much, you'll gain weight and running economy will suffer A sub-par diet results in poor recovery (and could result in weight gain, too) A sub-par diet also causes low energy levels outside of running But if you dial in your nutrition then performances will improve, recovery will be faster, and you'll just feel be...
2017-03-221h 03
Feel This Uplifting Full Audiobook — Perfect While Cooking.How Bad Do You Want It?: Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle by Matt FitzgeraldPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/321277to listen full audiobooks.
Title: How Bad Do You Want It?: Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle
Author: Matt Fitzgerald
Narrator: Matt Fitzgerald
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 30 minutes
Release date: February 12, 2016
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.07 of Total 60
Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 17
Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition
Publisher's Summary:
The greatest athletic performances spring from the mind, not the body. Elite athletes have known this for decades and now science is learning why it's true. In his fascinating new book How Bad Do You Want It?, coach Matt Fitzgerald examines more than a...
2016-02-128h 30