Listen "Ep. 8 - Mental Readiness, Training Design, Peaking for Performance"
Episode Synopsis
In this conversation, Tyler Andrews and Tim discuss the concept of peaking too early in training, particularly in endurance sports. They explore the physiological and mental aspects of training, the importance of timing, and how to manage fitness levels leading up to significant events like Project Himalaya. Tyler shares his personal experiences with training blocks, data collection, and the significance of consistency in achieving long-term goals. The discussion emphasizes the need for patience and strategic planning in training to avoid burnout and injuries while maximizing performance.Takeaways You can peak too early in training, leading to burnout or injury. Physiological and mental factors play a role in training effectiveness. Timing is crucial in endurance sports to reach peak performance. Consistency in training is more important than occasional high-performance days. Data collection helps track progress and adjust training plans. Managing early fitness requires patience and strategic planning. It's essential to celebrate small accomplishments in training. The process of training is as important as the end goal. Understanding your body’s response to training is key to improvement. Planning for recovery is vital to maintain long-term fitness.Stay with us!My written training log is updated weekly on my website or via substack. You can watch the video version of this episode on my YouTube Channel. You can also see my daily training data on Strava and I post (fairly) regularly on Instagram.Finally, if you don’t understand any of my lingo, check out Ty’s Jargon Dictionary and feel free to send any questions, comments, concerns, hopes, or dreams my way to [email protected] or DM me on Instagram.You can also learn more about coaching with Chaski Endurance Collective at www.chaski.run or find us on Instagram.
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