Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. What if your limits aren’t real and your best running is still ahead? PB coaches Amelia Vrabel, Scott Frye and I break down the mindset shift that unlocks progress. We talk practical ways to train smarter and build confidence step by step, so you can surprise yourself on race day and beyond. We also dive into fitness field testing vs lab testing. 

 

Learn more about the Personal Best Running Coaching Program at https://www.pbprogram.com/ 

 

Watch this full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ju6E0gdrcpY 

 

 

CHAPTERS:

• 0:00 – Mindset, lab testing & trail running with coach Amelia & Scott
• 1:03 – LMNT Sponsorship
• 2:11 – Mindset and the power of a beginner’s approach
• 5:40 – Handling setbacks: responding vs reacting
• 7:21 – Floris’ daughter’s mile run story & lessons
• 10:43 – Transitioning from road running to trail running
• 16:10 – Lessons from Kilian Jornet
• 18:53 – Coaches’ lab testing experiences & takeaways
• 25:35 – Coach Amelia: Talk test & nasal breathing crossover
• 27:32 – Coach Amelia: Zone 1 & Zone 2 training and building phases
• 28:47 – Coach Amelia: Speedwork paces & heart rate targets
• 37:38 – Coach Scott: Lactate test process & insights
• 40:14 – Results and key training learnings
• 51:22 – Sweat testing results & electrolyte strategies
• 57:07 – Staying consistent with strength, mobility & recovery habits
• 1:03:35 – Habit tracking, scheduling, and training
• 1:08:50 – Final thoughts & advice for runners

 

 

FIND AMELIA VRABEL HERE:

► Extramilest Show #27 with Amelia Vrabel: https://youtu.be/rW6mr8A_dpA 

► Website: https://www.focusedfootsteps.com 

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

► Twitter: https://twitter.com/amelia262 

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6278182 

 

FIND SCOTT FRYE HERE:

► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/run4fryes/ 

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/89685446 

 

LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED

► Extramilet Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe/ 

► Kilian Jornet Episode About Trail Safety & Respecting Nature: https://youtu.be/9ojzZACntSk 

► Precision Hydration Sweat Testing: https://www.precisionhydration.com/sweat-testing/our-sweat-tests 

 

YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: 

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