Author and endurance expert Alex Hutchinson discusses the mental side of running, the power of exploration, and what it really means to train smart. From controlling our inner dialog to embracing discomfort, we dive into practical tips to become a stronger, more resilient athlete. 

 

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CHAPTERS:

• 0:00 – Meet journalist and author Alex Hutchinson
• 0:54 – Introduction: Mind over body, embracing discomfort
• 1:26 – Function Health Sponsorship
• 2:43 – Badwater 135 marathon experience
• 4:15 – Fear of unknown and growth
• 6:32 – Set bold but realistic goals
• 10:15 – When training feels repetitive
• 15:33 – Trail running and unpredictability
• 21:53 – Endurance misconceptions for runners
• 24:47 – Zone 4/5 leads to burnout
• 27:17 – High-intensity training and marathon prep
• 31:20 – Mental strategies for tough efforts
• 35:14 – Challenges of starting Zone 2
• 38:12 – How to explore without risk
• 42:44 – From skateboarding to running adventures
• 46:37 – Unique races and trail conference insights
• 50:38 – Involving friends or kids in outdoor adventure
• 53:48 – Advice to Alex’s younger self
• 58:09 – Preparation vs. discovery in running
• 1:01:26 – Where to find Alex
• 1:02:39 –How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete
• 1:03:33 – Top travel recommendation for your running adventure

 

 

FIND ALEX HUTCHINSON: 

► Website: https://www.alexhutchinson.net/ 

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweat_science /

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► X: https://x.com/sweatscience/ 

► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweatscience 

► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-hutchinson-048a79a/ 

 

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED

► Function Health: https://www.functionhealth.com/FLORIS 

► Books by Alex Hutchinson: https://www.alexhutchinson.net/ 

► Explorer's Gene Book: https://amzn.to/3TN5PCq 

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