Brad Stulberg | Peak Performance, Mastering Change, And Willpower For Ultrarunners

Brad Stulberg has authored many books in the emerging interdisciplinary research field of performance science including his latest, Masters of Change. In this conversation, we tie many of the key takeaways back to the world of mountain ultra trail running specifically discussing topics like willpower depletion, whether talent needs trauma, the benefits of group training, and self-distancing. Sponsors: Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website ( https://www.runinrabbit.com/ ) to get 20% off your next order. Kodiak Cakes - use code Singletrack15 at checkout on their website ( https://kodiakcakes.com/singletrackpodcast ) to get 15% off your next order. Oladance - use code ST at this link ( https://oladance.com/ST ) to get $30 off the Oladance OWS2 headphones. Brooks Running - check out their High Point clothing collection and new and improved Cascadia 17 shoe at this link ( https://www.brooksrunning.com/singletrack ). Links: Order Brad's new book "Masters of Change" Follow Brad on Instagram , Twitter , Personal Website Follow Finn on Instagram , Strava , Youtube , and Patreon Support the show