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EP 719: What Does it Mean to Master the Art of Running?
Wednesday, 5 March, 2025
"The goal is just supposed to stretch you further." In this episode, author and coach Matt Fitzgerald, discusses his new book launching on March 25 'Chasing Mastery: 25 Lessons to Cultivate Your Full Potential in Endurance Sports' which explores the journey of cultivating full potential in endurance sports. Matt discusses the definitions of success, the importance of motivation, and the common goals athletes pursue. He shares insights on how to achieve mastery through a developmental process and the role of coaching in nurturing athlete motivation. He emphasizes the need for self-regulation and mastery in training, as well as the significance of social connections in enhancing motivation and performance. The dialogue also touches on the concept of 'hard fun' in training, the value of reflective practices, and the unique opportunities provided by his Dream Run Camp. Episode Sponsors: Janji, Use code TRAILRUNNER for 10% off Ketone IQ, Get 30% off your first subscription order Tifosi Optics 20% off with code TRN Wonderful Pistachios FREE! Trail Runner Nation's Trail Triage app