Focus Strategies From the Worlds Most Focused Runner

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In today’s edition:

1. Focus Strategies From the Worlds Most Focused Runner

2. Sub 1.17h challenge update

Focus Strategies From the Worlds Most Focused Runner

Today, I've got an awe-inspiring story to share with you about a Spanish runner named Kilian Jornet who attempted the unimaginable: ascending and descending Mount Everest in just over 26 hours, setting a record that defied all odds.

What makes Jornet's achievement even more remarkable is his ability to maintain a state of flow throughout this incredible feat, despite the extreme challenges he faced.

But fear not, even if Mount Everest isn't on your running route, we can still harness the powerful techniques he used to elevate our own performance goals.

So, let's dive right into it.

Imagine two athletes aiming to run a marathon under 2 hours and 20 minutes.

One struggles with pacing, while the other battles with mental barriers. Both scenarios require a clear goal and focused training approach, just like Jornet's quest for harmony on Everest.

Setting clear objectives before every practice or competition is crucial—it's like having a compass guiding your journey.

Combine this with finding your optimal challenge level, neither too easy nor too hard, and you're set to unlock your full potential.

Speaking from personal experience, I know the struggles of performance anxiety all too well. Through techniques like meditation and visualization, I discovered a way to calm those nerves and perform at my best.

If you're up for the challenge, try meditating for 10 minutes daily using an app like Headspace—it worked wonders for me and could for you too.

Remember, getting in the zone is just the beginning.

To truly excel, check out this video on the mental strategies that propel athletes to world-class status.

It's packed with insights to help you reach new heights in your running journey.

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Keep pushing your limits and running strong!

Matteo

Trivia Question: How many miles is an ultramarathon typically considered to be?

Find the answer at the end of this email.

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Sub 1.17h challenge update

• Monday: 50min Easy run + Gym

• Tuesday: Bike intervals + Gym

• Wednesday: 50min Easy run + Gym

• Thursday: Gym

• Friday: 35min Easy run + Gym

• Saturday: Gym

• Sunday: 90min Bike

• Total training time: 10:28:20

I’ve been able to put in more than 10 hours of training, which feels incredible after being sidelined with shin splints.

For now, I’m taking it easy on the running front to ensure I’m fully healed. I’m sticking to around ~30km per week, focusing on maintaining an easy pace and avoiding any undue stress on my legs. This conservative approach will help me make a full recovery and come back even stronger.

In the coming weeks, once I’m confident that my shin splints are completely behind me, I’ll start to gradually increase my mileage and reintroduce interval sessions. I can’t wait to get back to full training mode and push towards our Sub 1.17 goal.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you all for your support and encouragement!

Keep running strong,

Matteo

Trivia Answer: An ultramarathon is any race longer than the traditional marathon distance of 26.2 miles (42.195 kilometers). Popular ultramarathon distances include 50 kilometers, 50 miles, and 100 miles.

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