Running long - A trail and ultra running talk4 Nov 2025

181. Mario Fraioli | Go One Less: The Mindset That Actually Makes You Better

Mario Fraioli joins host Francesco Puppi for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about the modern state of running — from content overload and algorithm fatigue, to what it really means to “go one more.”

They dive deep into the balance between performance and storytelling, the illusion of social media success, and why learning to go one less might be the most underrated skill in both training and life.

Mario also shares lessons from over 20 years in the sport — as an athlete, coach, and writer — reflecting on how running culture has evolved, what’s changed for the better, and what still needs work.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to do more, post more, or prove more, this conversation will remind you what truly matters.

What you’ll learn

• Why “Go One Less” might be the key to long-term progress

• How social media reshaped what it means to be an athlete

• Why performance still matters more than followers

• How to manage input, focus, and balance in an always-on world

• The lessons 20+ years in running can teach about longevity and mindset

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