The Extramilest Podcast #100: 8 Life-Changing Lessons with Running Coach Floris Gierman
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May 15, 2025 Celebrate a milestone in the running journey! Discover eight life-changing lessons that blend running and personal growth. Learn to embrace discomfort and persistence while staying true to yourself. Hear about the value of community and support during struggles. Prioritize progress over perfection and avoid the pitfall of overdoing speedwork. Aim high and don't hesitate to seek help when needed. Get inspired to keep pushing forward on your own path to achievement!
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Lean Into Discomfort
- Lean into discomfort to gain experience and ease with difficult tasks.
- Repeating uncomfortable actions helps build skills across running, podcasting, and life.
Show Your True Self
- Embrace and show your true authentic self, including emotional highs and lows.
- Being genuine and real enhances connection and acceptance in running and life.
Everyone Struggles
- Everyone faces struggles despite appearances, even elite athletes and experts.
- Recognizing universal challenges helps reduce pressure and appreciate the journey over outcomes.