Been a minute or a month, but we are here after a busy end of year, and appropriately recharging the mindset and life.

Josh and Mike talk openly about mental battles, resolve even disappointments. Insights about how they learn, adapt and embrace the challenges in trail running and ultra distances.

Summary:

The conversation explores the themes of community engagement in trail running, the importance of mindset and mental preparation, and the challenges faced during races. How setting goals can enhance motivation, the mental load of race preparation, and the significance of finding positivity in difficult situations. They share personal experiences of dealing with disappointment and the need for flexibility in planning, ultimately highlighting the journey of a runner as one of growth and resilience. In this conversation, Mike and Josh explore the mental and physical challenges faced during endurance races. They discuss the pressure of cutoff times, the importance of mindset shifts, and the role of mental resolve in overcoming pain and performance issues. The conversation emphasizes the significance of resilience built through experience, the balance between pain and performance, and the joy found in the journey of running. They also touch on the importance of self-talk, focus, and social connections in maintaining mental health and navigating the complexities of supporting others in their running journeys.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Community and Events

04:22 Mindset in Running: The Importance of Mental Strength

08:58 Navigating Challenges: The Mental Game of Running

13:07 Negotiating the Mental Hurdles in Running

19:46 The Impact of Routine on Performance

22:19 Processing Disappointment and Moving Forward

29:54 Mental Fatigue and Life Challenges

34:38 Training the Mind and Pain Cave

39:16 Mental Load and Preparation

42:58 Mindset in the Pain Cave

44:33 Decision Making Under Pressure

48:25 The Resolve to Keep Going

51:39 Mental Resolve and Grit in Endurance Events

55:06 Managing Pain and Nutrition During Races

59:50 Building Resilience Through Experience

01:02:43 Balancing Performance and Pain Management

01:06:22 Maintaining Focus and Mental Processing

01:10:14 Finding Purpose and Motivation in Endurance Challenges

01:14:07 Practising for the Unexpected in Training

01:15:57 Navigating Nutrition on Long Runs

01:17:18 Mental Load in Supporting Others

01:17:48 The Challenge of Shared Goals

01:20:31 Conversations Around Pacing and Support

01:22:54 Mental Health and Post-Event Reflections

01:25:46 Strategies for Managing Disappointment

01:28:13 The Importance of Verbalising Feelings

01:32:21 Building Connections Through Shared Experiences

01:34:09 Perspective on Personal Journeys

01:35:05 Final Thoughts on Mental Health and Community