Chapter
The Mind-Body Connection in Extreme Endurance Running
07:07 - 15:44 (08:36)
The mind-body connection becomes critical when competing in extreme endurance running that can take days to finish, with the mind shutting down and the body naturally relying on the flow that one can experience in silent contemplative practices like meditation.
Clips
The podcast discusses the science behind slow and steady running for long distances, highlighting the endurance required for multi-day races such as the 3,100-mile race in New York City.
07:07 - 09:55 (02:47)
Summary
The podcast discusses the science behind slow and steady running for long distances, highlighting the endurance required for multi-day races such as the 3,100-mile race in New York City.
ChapterThe Mind-Body Connection in Extreme Endurance Running
Episode#116 - Sanjay Rawal - 3100 Miles: The Longest Race On Earth
PodcastModern Wisdom
Running can allow us to experience the same flow and emotions as meditation, as it frees up the mind from the constant need to think.
09:55 - 11:45 (01:50)
Summary
Running can allow us to experience the same flow and emotions as meditation, as it frees up the mind from the constant need to think. Having a repetitive and simple route can make running a more meditative practice.
ChapterThe Mind-Body Connection in Extreme Endurance Running
Episode#116 - Sanjay Rawal - 3100 Miles: The Longest Race On Earth
PodcastModern Wisdom
Top athletes like marathoners train to have a silent experience and recognize cues in their bodies.
11:45 - 13:29 (01:43)
Summary
Top athletes like marathoners train to have a silent experience and recognize cues in their bodies. Matt Fraser, one of the fittest men alive, and other successful athletes, however, are not cerebral when it comes to training.
ChapterThe Mind-Body Connection in Extreme Endurance Running
Episode#116 - Sanjay Rawal - 3100 Miles: The Longest Race On Earth
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses how ultra-running has strong ties to spiritual practices such as meditation, and the benefits of running long distances in urban areas.
13:29 - 15:44 (02:14)
Summary
The podcast discusses how ultra-running has strong ties to spiritual practices such as meditation, and the benefits of running long distances in urban areas. They also mention the connection between spirituality and running in Eastern cultures.