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Episode Synopsis
The Elite MindsetIn the 45th episode of World of Running, host Aditi Pandya explores how an athlete’s mental framework can drive record-breaking performances. Joined by performance and mindset coach Andrew Snow, the discussion delves into:Mindset & Certainty: Examining the mental commitment behind iconic runs.Balancing Life & Training: Strategies for juggling a demanding 9-to-5 with rigorous running goals.Overcoming Mental Blocks: Techniques for dispelling limiting beliefs and developing focus on goals.Goal Setting & Emotional Alignment: How to set ambitious targets, whether it’s shaving minutes off a PB or aiming for world-class records.State of Flow: Understanding the balance of mental fortitude, practice, and embracing the routine to reach peak performance.Training Approaches: Insights into Andrew Snow’s method that differentiate elite training from conventional routines.Aditi PandyaAditi is a seasoned endurance runner and the host of The World of Running podcast. She is qualified for the Boston Marathon multiple times and has numerous podium finishes in Indian races, the recent one is first runners-up at the TMM 2025 half marathon with a timing of 1:42:19 and holds a personal best of 3:29:05 in the marathon. Learn more about her at aditipandya.com.Andrew SnowAndrew Snow is a performance and mindset coach for distance runners and the founder of Run Elite, a unique program that helps runners achieve extraordinary improvements across distances from the 5K to the ultra-marathon. His innovative approach blends mindset tactics with world-class training science to guide runners toward peak performance. Andrew holds a degree in exercise physiology, a master’s degree in bio-mechanics, and has undergone extensive training under Tony Robbins' Master University system to facilitate rapid life change. With 29 years of competitive running experience, Andrew has earned a conference title on the track, multiple Boston Marathon finishes, and transitioned to trail ultra-running where he has won numerous races, holds course records, and completed several races over 100 miles, including the iconic Tahoe 200-mile endurance run. In addition, he holds a black belt in the International Tae Kwon Do Federation. When not traveling to discover the best tropical fruit, Andrew resides in the scenic mountains of Asheville, NC, where he continues to run.References:RunElite: RunElite BookRunElite YouTube ChannelFollow us for more updates:YouTube: GeeksOnFeetFacebook: GeeksOnFeetInstagram: GeeksOnFeetNewsletter: GeeksOnFeet
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