Mark, Michael and Nikki sit down to discuss their training agenda, structure for training, and adding purposeful strength training into the rotation to improve their running. Nikki discusses her upcoming powerlifting meet and the uniqueness of not frequently competing, while coaching athletes who compete at the highest level and why now more competition is in her future with some really big goals. We apologize for the audio quality, after upgrading systems both Nikki and Mark did not have compatible microphones. Moving forward they do for episode 4 and beyond. Thanks for listening! 

In this episode Michael, Nikki, and Mark answer listener questions about performance. The topics include balancing strength training and running, recovery and supplements, motivation, vo2 max and training paces. 

The gang also talk about the Boston Marathon's new policy, virtual races and more. Please follow and interact with the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast at:

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Michael, Mark and new host/contributor Nikki Sterlacci catch up and very informally discuss new goals, a new vision and new direction. Michael discusses his process for recovery from hip surgery, training for the Boston marathon and his new career. Mark discusses balancing his promotion, his short-but-sweet foray into powerlifting, and how his passion for running far and competing has been reignited. Additionally, the team introduces Nikki Sterlacci, a certified strength and conditioning coach, owner of North Dallas Strength, an ICU heart care nurse, and Next Level Strength. Mark and Nikki also briefly discuss a collaborative project called Hybrid Strong which will be available 2/1!

Mark and Michael sit down with Mark's new coach, Ryan Miller. On the episode they discuss his journey as a professional runner and his coaching philosophy. At the end of the episode they discuss Ryan's thoughts on Mark's potential and his vision for him.

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Pat: @Patxgates

Michael: @Sonofragingjoe

Mark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.com

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Easy runs? Yes. Long runs? Of course. Quality sessions? What!? Mark and Michael take a deep dive into the anatomy of a Training Week including rest days, recovery, easy runs, long runs and quality sessions. They also briefly dive into the mindset required to execute a training week properly. As always you can find Pat @patxgates, Michael @sonofragingjoe and Mark @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.com

As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.

You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:

Pat: @Patxgates

Michael: @Sonofragingjoe

Mark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.com

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Pat, Mark, and Michael sit down to discuss the Summer Stampede race. Mark goes into detail on what what well and some obstacles he had along the way leading up to the race. Mark teases something he is going to announce soon. 

As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.

You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:

Pat: @Patxgates

Michael: @Sonofragingjoe

Mark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.com

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Mark and Pat sit down and dive into the physiological factors of training in the heat. Many endurance athletes are feeling the extra strain of the heat, Mark and Pat talk about some tips and strategy to overcome both the physical and mental battle of the summer in order to thrive and find the strongest version of yourself

They also talk about the importance of not giving the self doubt a platform in your mind.

As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.

You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:

Pat: @Patxgates

Michael: @Sonofragingjoe

Mark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.com

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Pat, Mark and special guest Benjamin Saah talk about the importance of harnessing your mindset to break through self-imposed limitations. Ben's journey and experience in fitness allow him to silence his own self doubts. 

You can find him at @benjamin_saah 

As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.

You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:

Pat: @Patxgates

Michael: @Sonofragingjoe

Mark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.com

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

In this very casual conversation, Mark and Pat breakvdown their idea of an outlier mentality; what it takes to seperate yourself from the pack. They speak about vulnerable moments in their personal journey and Mark even breaks into a long-winded rant about the dangers of pitying yourself.

As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.

You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:

Pat: @Patxgates

Michael: @Sonofragingjoe

Mark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.com

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*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.