CJ Albertson: No Shortcuts To Success

CJ is just a typical guy who lives in Fresno, California. He is a cross country and track coach and professional marathon runner for Brooks. In this episode we talk about: -CJ’s progression and unconventional path to pro running -high volume training: lots and lots of miles -surpassing expectations and not setting limits -gaining confidence and self-belief through training -balancing outcome goals with process goals -interpreting results as learning opportunities -mental and physiological approaches to marathon pacing -self-experimentation and learning through experience -training science and fatigue -long runs over 26.2 miles -treadmill running -juggling multiple priorities: pro running, teaching, coaching, new parenthood and family -periodizing training -pursuing progress -preparing the mind for success and to achieve goals -normalizing breakthroughs and not self-sabotaging -putting running in perspective Follow CJ on Instagram @cjalbertson and For The Long Run @forthelrpod  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/forthelongrun/support  Freedom Solar Power This episode is brought to you by Freedom Solar Power, the company I am using to go solar on my house. When I first started looking into solar, I thought it would be a clunky and expensive process.  Going solar isn’t as hard as you think it is, and Freedom Solar Power is a turnkey solution focused on educating the consumer and making sure they have all the information they need to make sure going solar is right for them, both financially and as a way to help the planet. With no downpayment required, solar not only ads value to your home and is great for the environment, and might even allow you to save money from day one. Freedom Solar operates in Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and Florida, but there are plenty of other great options nationwide. Hydrow Thank you to Hydrow for sponsoring this episode! Hydrow is an immersive workout experience, designed to bring the physical, mental, and emotional experience of on-water rowing, straight to your home.  Hydrow workouts are quick, efficient and low impact. Rowing for just 20 minutes a day provides you with a full body workout, which engages 86% of your muscles major muscle groups. For context, cycling engages 44%. I’ve been enjoying my Hydrow to fit in bonus cardio that doesn’t take much time at all, as even a 10-15 minute row feels like a solid workout. It’s a fun experience to be able to row on familiar routes, or explore new ones.  Head to https://hydrow.com/ to learn more, and use code FTLR100 for $100 off your order. Goodr This episode is also brought to you by Goodr. Spring is here and Goodr has the slickest shades around, for only $25 and $35. They don't slip or bounce, and stay on my face way better than more expensive sunglasses. If you'd like to support me and the show, treat yourself to a pair (or two) and head over to Goodr.com and get 15% off your entire order with the code FTLR. That's 15% off at Goodr.com and the code FTLR. Your face will thank you! Portland Marathon The Portland Marathon presented by OHSU Health offers the most unique race experience around. With four epic bridge crossings, a downtown start and finish, and a tour through the most iconic landmarks and neighborhoods in town, this fast and beautiful route is the best way to experience the Rose City. The 50th Anniversary of the race will take place on Oct 2, 2022. Register at portlandmarathon.com and use code FTLR for $10 off registration.