The 1% Better Runner with DLake

I Ran A Half-Marathon 1% Faster For 10 years To See What Would Happen


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Ever wonder how just 1% better daily can transform your running journey?


In this episode, you’ll learn the art of becoming 1% better... every single day... for a decade. We dive deep into the mindsets, strategies, and core principles that transform running into a powerful tool for growth in every part of your life.


You’ll discover how to pick the right races, stay consistent despite life’s inevitable interruptions, and leverage biohacking techniques to optimize your performance.


The goal? To make running not just about finishing faster but about sustaining a lifelong journey of improvement—one small win at a time.


Timestamps of what you'll learn


  • [00:00] - Introduction to the 1% Better Journey: Why small changes lead to big results.
  • [00:48] - The Three Reasons I Started Running: Biohacking, mindfulness, and chasing a feeling.
  • [02:20] - Cal Newport's Compound Growth Theory and How It Applies to Running.
  • [03:10] - Lessons from the 800m Track Days: How to build endurance and speed.
  • [04:02] - The Mindful Runner: Balancing meditation and movement for better performance.
  • [05:17] - The 1% Better Formula Explained: Belief, focus, and patience in practice.
  • [05:39] - Why the Marathon Isn't for Me: Choosing the right race to avoid burnout.
  • [06:32] - DIY Races and the Power of Flexibility: How to stay committed even when life gets in the way.
  • [07:25] - Year-by-Year Recap: The highs, lows, and lessons from each race.
  • [09:45] - Final Reflections: Why slow growth is the most powerful growth for runners.


Links & Learnings


  • The One Percent Better Runner Newsletter
  • DLake Runs on Instagram
  • The last 7 years of half marathon results
  • How to master the art of continuous improvement - James Clear
  • Steve Prefontaine without Limits
  • Check my strava and follow me for more inspiration and movitation


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