Elevate with Robert Glazer Elevate Classics: Alex Hutchinson on Building Physical and Mental Endurance
Jan 23, 2025
Alex Hutchinson, a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and author of "Endure," explores the intricacies of physical and mental endurance. He discusses the parallels between competitive running and the resilience needed in everyday life. The conversation touches on the effects of helicopter parenting on young athletes' development, emphasizing the significance of adversity. Hutchinson also highlights how systematic exposure to discomfort can build emotional endurance, drawing on personal stories of overcoming mental barriers during challenges.
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Building Endurance
- Improve physical endurance through training.
- Focus on mental aspects to push limits.
Embrace Discomfort
- Get comfortable being uncomfortable.
- Regularly push your limits to increase endurance.
Brain as Regulator
- The brain regulates physical limits, not just the body.
- Perception of effort is key to endurance, not solely physical signals.
