• #84: The Raw Truth of Running with Brendan Leonard (Semi-Rad)

  • May 23 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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#84: The Raw Truth of Running with Brendan Leonard (Semi-Rad)

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  • Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Brendan Leonard is the creative force behind Semi Rad, a website dedicated to the joy of adventure for runners of all levels. Brendan loves to explore, to laugh and occasionally to get tired, cold and scared through his ultra adventures. Brendan is an author of many books, including Ultra-Something, which we discuss during this conversation. If you'd like to learn more about my Personal Best Running coaching program, check https://www.PBprogram.com/ Watch this full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn3uq0yHRzQ CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Raw Truth of Running02:44 First marathon, expectations vs reality 05:50 More than a marathon?09:00 Signing up to first ultra 24 days before the event11:40 Ultra-Something.. how aspects of life apply to ultra-running13:38 If you see it, you can be it!17:46 I Hate Running and You Can Too19:59 The Seven Summits of My Neighborhood24:32 Advice for people going after ultra adventures25:46 Create eventing that you'll remember forever 33:06 Getting older and looking for new challenges38:09 I didn’t have the strength to quit44:10 If you’re feeling bad, do this46:53 Brandon’s writing ethos52:18 Next ultra plans, couples adventure.56:46 Find out more about Brendan58:20 Ultra Something closing thoughts FIND BRENDAN HERE: ► Website: https://semi-rad.com/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semi_rad/ ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@semi_rad Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.” Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way. LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED: ► Ultra-Something (book) by Brendan Leonard: https://pathprojects.com/ultra-something ► Ultra-Something x PATH projects cap: https://pathprojects.com/ultra-something ► The Seven Summits of My Neighborhood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SLadjqxhhc ► The K’s of Convenience (Ultra): https://gotrail.run/en/race/the-ks-of-convenience ► The Rut (Ultra): https://runtherut.com/ ► The Creative Act (book) by Rick Rubin: https://amzn.to/3WWeSDF YOU CAN FIND ME, COACH FLORIS GIERMAN HERE: ► Our Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.pbprogram.com/ ► Free Weekly Newsletter: https://extramilest.com/subscribe ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/florisgierman ► Strava: strava.com/athletes/1329785 ► Instagram: instagram.com/florisgierman ► Website: extramilest.com ► Website: pathprojects.com ► Podcast: extramilest.com/podcast/ ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our Personal Best Running Coaching Program can be found at https://www.pbprogram.com. SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT
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