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  • You’re Maxed-Out At 40%… Based On Your Mindset.

    You’re Maxed-Out At 40%… Based On Your Mindset.

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    I recently read Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins. One idea really stood out. He talks about the “40% Rule”. The idea that most people stop exerting effort when they’ve only reached around 40% of their true physical or mental capability. So what is this voice telling you to stop?It is your survival-oriented regulator. Its…

  • How To Find A New Level To Operate At.

    How To Find A New Level To Operate At.

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    How do you condition yourself so you’re not found wanting when the pressure increases? In my early 20s, I ran the London Marathon without really knowing how to train properly. I finished in just over 4 hours. Two weeks later, I ran a half marathon in 1 hour 34 minutes, still not really understanding recovery…

  • Marathon Training – Week 7

    Marathon Training – Week 7

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    Half Marathon Test This newsletter is actually covering the last 2 weeks which have been quite difficult to manage. The strains of marathon training have been taking there toll with calf and Achillies both playing up, but also, and as I always emphasis to people, work will also get in the way, and this week…

  • Marathon Training – Week 5

    Marathon Training – Week 5

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    Summer Training Is Tough My coaching specialism is primarily based on career progression, but as a client, you need to be taking a broader view on how best to succeed. Building layers of toughness, resilience and stamina all apply, hence why I am including my marathon preparation when I talk about the coaching opportunities I…

  • Marathon Training – Week 4

    Marathon Training – Week 4

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    Schorcio When I first thought about attempting an autumn marathon, I was thinking that training in the summer would be fantastic. What a time to be getting fit and building your endurance. Generally, most of my event training has been during the Autumn, Winter and Spring months, and the summer is a time for leisurely…

  • Marathon Training – Week 3

    Marathon Training – Week 3

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    Tracking Progress for Marathon Training 1. Set SMART Goals Break down your marathon goal into SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) milestones: Run 5 km continuously by week 2 Hit 10 km by week 4 Long runs increase by 1–2 km weekly Run a half marathon by week 8–10 2. Use a Training Plan Follow…