Participants in the Barkley Marathons are hyper-focused on achieving their daily mile goals and keeping up with the demanding pace of the competition, which is visible in the early morning hours and again during the final stretch from 6pm to midnight.
Michael Phelps' routine before races included visualizing every moment of the race in slow motion, with the help of a videotape, so that by the time he got to the starting block, he could make it appear effortless.
The speaker describes running a challenging course with a lot of hills and hoping to finish in under four hours.
CrossFit as a training methodology is often viewed as elitist and difficult to access for the average person. However, with a focus on inclusivity and a variety of certifications available, it is becoming more accessible to the everyday fitness enthusiast.
The podcast host discusses the idea that people often limit themselves with beliefs such as over-training and hunger with examples of his own experience. He recommends the book “Can’t Hurt Me” for breaking through these limiting beliefs.
The protocol for cardio doesn't have to be strict, as long as you get your heart rate up multiple times a day for a few seconds. There's no need to sweat or warmup, just a quick burst of activity is enough.