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In this episode of Flowstate, Adam interviews Paulo Ross, a radio host and first-time marathon runner who recently completed the Amsterdam Marathon in an impressive time of 2:51:23. The conversation explores Paulo's journey from a non-sporty youth to a dedicated athlete, his training philosophy, the challenges of balancing a busy lifestyle with marathon training, and the mental strategies that contributed to his successful race. They discuss the importance of pacing, recovery, and the joy of the training process, as well as Paulo's future aspirations in endurance sports.

00:00 Introduction to the Flowstate Podcast

03:15 Meet Paulo Ross: From Radio Host to Marathon Runner

08:54 The Journey to Marathon Running

13:07 Training Philosophy and Approach

18:49 Managing Injuries and Health Concerns

22:56 Nutrition and Recovery Strategies

26:59 The Role of Mental Resilience in Training

32:34 Conclusion and Reflections on the Marathon Experience

32:58 The Sauna Experience and Endurance Training

35:31 Managing Stress and Its Impact on Running

36:39 Breakthrough Moments in Marathon Training

40:09 The Amsterdam Marathon Experience

42:08 Post-Race Reflections and the Marathon Blues

43:54 Executing the Perfect Marathon

53:00 Future Goals and Embracing Enjoyment in Training