Episode 27: Bricks, Gels, and Giants: What Pogi & the Norwegians Teach Us

No guest—just Anthony and Zach catching up after work travel and stacked weeks. We trade notes on chasing Strava crowns coast-to-coast, a rope-assist climb at Mount Storm King, and turning a seven-day, 36-holes-a-day golf trip into a stealth ultra. We shout out recent guests (Travis, Jed, Hezekiah, Chris), celebrate comebacks and dubs, and sketch a new negative-split strategy for Tunnel Hill. Plus: what the Norwegians, Pogacar, and Sifan Hassan teach us about pacing and fueling, first impressions of the WHOOP, Tim Irving’s Ivy Trek race, and what’s next (Clear Creek, Tunnel Hill, Rocket City). Laid-back, a little messy, and very real—aka a coffee ride episode. takeaways The importance of staying accountable in training despite busy schedules. Recent guests have provided valuable insights into endurance training and nutrition. Travel experiences can impact training routines and performance. Exploring new training strategies can lead to improved performance. Technology plays a significant role in tracking and enhancing training. Maintaining a consistent running routine is satisfying and beneficial. Community support is crucial for endurance athletes. Nutrition strategies should align with training intensity and goals. Upcoming races provide motivation and goals for athletes. The evolution of endurance training continues to be influenced by new research and technology. Chapters 00:00 Catching Up: The Hosts' Journey 03:29 Reflections on Recent Guests 06:30 The Power of Community and Accountability 09:32 Travel Tales: Adventures on the Road 12:41 Chasing Goals: Running and Training Insights 15:22 Exploring the Great Outdoors: Hiking Adventures 18:35 The Beauty of Nature: Mountains vs. Beach Life 24:12 Epic Adventures and Golf Trips 32:37 The Challenge of Endurance Sports 35:01 Tunnel Hill Strategy and Insights 46:42 Training Insights from Elite Athletes 51:19 The Evolution of Triathlon Training 54:20 The Rise of Elite Cyclists 57:16 Analyzing Recent Cycling Championships 01:01:19 The Future of Fitness Technology 01:04:21 Upcoming Races and Personal Goals 01:12:25 Ghost_Beatz_Crown_Keeper_instrumental_3_38.mp3 https://www.instagram.com/endurance_stateofmind?igsh=cjBnanNobHhhYXNu