Episode 61: Alex Hutchinson on the Limits of Human Endurance

Episode 61: Alex Hutchinson on the Limits of Human Endurance

Alex Hutchinson holds a PhD in Physics from Cambridge, a Master's in Journalism from Columbia, and is a former national-class runner in Canada. He's written for Runner's World, Outside Magazine, The Globe & Mail, Popular Mechanics, and many other major media.

I've been pestering Alex to write another book after Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights? became one of my favorite exercise science myth-busters (if you haven't picked it up yet, I highly recommend it).

And he finally delivered! His new book, Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance has quickly become my favorite running book from the last few years.

Our conversation centers on the psychological limits of endurance:

  • intrinsic motivation
  • peer pressure
  • joy and running for "the right reasons"
  • how to access hidden reserves of energy
  • overriding the "central governor"

Alex's book showed me the many factors that limit endurance – and practical methods for overcoming those limitations.

Often, it's not your training that predicts your race performances, but what's between your ears.

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Episode 17 - Overcoming Self-Doubt and Failure

Episode 17 - Overcoming Self-Doubt and Failure

In this short episode, Jason shares a letter from a runner named Colleen. She experienced self-doubt and was afraid of failure before a race. But with a positive mindset and a few inspiring lessons, C...

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Episode 16 - Matt Frazier on the Healthy Habits that Support Hard Training

Episode 16 - Matt Frazier on the Healthy Habits that Support Hard Training

Long runs, weekly mileage, and faster workouts are all important - but they won't help you improve if you don't prioritize a healthy lifestyle. Without proper nutrition, you won't have as much energy ...

20 Feb 201738min

Episode 15 - Dr. Mike Young on Speed Development, Sprinting, and Lifting for Speed

Episode 15 - Dr. Mike Young on Speed Development, Sprinting, and Lifting for Speed

Dr. Mike Young is the Director of Research and Performance at North Carolina-based Athletic Lab. A Lead Instructor for both USA Track & Field and USA Weightlifting, he also works with elite athletes a...

13 Feb 201758min

Episode 14 - Running and Pregnancy with Claire Shorenstein MS, RD, CDN

Episode 14 - Running and Pregnancy with Claire Shorenstein MS, RD, CDN

Claire Shorenstein is no stranger to running long: she's a Boston Marathon-qualifying runner, frequent triathlete, and multiple ultra marathon finisher. Perhaps more importantly, she's a Registered Di...

6 Feb 201752min

Episode 13 - Building Your 'Foot Core' with AFX Founder Matt Ferguson

Episode 13 - Building Your 'Foot Core' with AFX Founder Matt Ferguson

Current research shows that strengthening the small stabilizing muscles around the arch and plantar fascia can improve ankle stability and balance - but it's often neglected. So I invited Matt Ferguso...

1 Feb 20171h 5min

Episode 12 - Bart Yasso, the 'Mayor of Running,' on His Life on the Run

Episode 12 - Bart Yasso, the 'Mayor of Running,' on His Life on the Run

Bart Yasso is a legend in the running community. And as the "Mayor of Running" and Chief Running Officer at Runner's World, he's one of the most recognizable faces in the sport. If you don't yet know ...

25 Jan 201737min

Episode 11: Your Questions, Answered: Motivation, Trail Running & More Fun

Episode 11: Your Questions, Answered: Motivation, Trail Running & More Fun

This episode of the Strength Running podcast is brought to you by... YOU! Coach Jason Fitzgerald answers 7 of your biggest questions about running consistently, improving your trail running skills, mo...

8 Jan 201717min

Episode 10 - Mastering Your Inner Psychology with Dr. Justin Ross

Episode 10 - Mastering Your Inner Psychology with Dr. Justin Ross

Dr. Justin Ross is a Denver health psychologist who focuses on sports and performance psychology among other specialties like stress reduction and pain management. He's also a triathlete, Boston-quali...

19 Dec 20161h 2min

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