About this episode
Join Coaches Zoë and TJ as they dive into a reflective and forward-looking conversation about the nature of time, personal growth, and the lessons learned from a transformative year in ultrarunning. They explore key themes like training volume, recovery, and setting personal standards while navigating the challenges of coaching, community, and life’s curveballs. Looking ahead to 2025, Zoë and TJ share their race goals and strategies for growth, highlighting the power of fearlessness and self-direction in both running and life. They also tackle the balancing act of preparing for major races while managing big life events, like weddings, and stress the importance of nailing the basics: consistency, volume, intensity, nutrition, and recovery. This episode is packed with insights for endurance athletes looking to build long-term success while staying grounded and intentional. Whether you’re chasing your next race goal or seeking inspiration for life off the trails, this conversation is for you! Chapters 00:00 The Nature of Time and Its Perception 02:40 Reflections on 2024: Highlights and Lowlights 05:49 Training Volume and Recovery Insights 07:17 Setting Standards and Unfinished Business 10:47 Personal Growth and Career Changes 13:33 Coaching Philosophy and Community Support 16:20 Goals for 2025: Upcoming Races and Strategies 23:12 Preparing for Challenges: Lessons Learned 26:02 Preparing for Major Races 28:52 Balancing Life Events and Training 30:11 The Importance of Fundamentals in Training 31:59 Consistency: The Key to Long-Term Success 36:07 Volume: Building Up Your Running Capacity 38:47 Intensity: Finding the Right Balance 43:00 Nutrition: Fueling Your Body for Performance 48:52 Recovery: The Unsung Hero of Training