In this episode of Endless Trails, Josh and Mike delve into various training styles and their evolution from novice runners to ultra marathoners.

Diving into their personal running journeys, discussing the evolution of their training styles and the importance of structured plans.

They explore the balance between volume and strength training, the role of community and accountability, and the challenges of adapting training to different race types. The conversation highlights the significance of setting goals, maintaining discipline, and learning from past experiences to improve future performance.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Training Styles

00:29 Journey into Structured Training Programs

03:39 Building a Training Regimen

06:29 Training Block breakdown and LogBooks

11:58 Adapting Training for Different Events

18:09 Exploring Self-Coaching and Online Resources

21:15 Did Trail Training Look Different

26:57 The Evolution of Personal Training Programs

30:27 Balancing Strength and Volume in Training

32:15 The Importance of Accountability in Training

35:53 Setting Goals and Finding Motivation

39:39 Managing Training Load, Recovery and Results

45:52 Understanding Race Dynamics and Training Needs

49:58 Utilising Data for Training Insights

57:30 Adjusting Training based on Injury

01:01:00 Learning from Experience in Training

01:02:45 What has the Last 12months Look Like to Prior

01:06:49 Managing Injuries and Recovery

01:10:52 Shifting Goals and Mindset

01:15:29 Dealing with Setbacks and Race Postponements

01:19:55 What does Coaching look like

01:23:34 Future Training Plans and Goals