The Extramilest Podcast25 Sep 2025

#109: Can You Really Run Faster Than You Think?

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:

► Free Weekly Running Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe

► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/

► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman

► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785

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

► Extramilest: https://extramilest.com/

► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com/flo

► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast/

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ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.

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