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Ep.56 - 5 Things That Helped Me Become a Better Athlete
Follow us on socialsInstagram:@Flowstate.pod@Adamsmythcoaching@Action_twyfordYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@Flowstate.runnersStrava:https://www.strava.com/athletes/5629117?oq=adam (Adam)https://www.strava.com/athletes/11103315 (Luke)Contact:flowstate.runners@gmail.com
In this episode, Luke shares 5 things that helped him become a better athlete.
00:00 Introduction and Luke's Personal Update
00:28 Reflecting on Training and Running Career
01:22 Applying Knowledge to Improve Performance
02:12 Training Focus and Lessons Learned
03:05 Managing Illness and Training Adjustments
04:27 Thoughts on High Rocks and Race Preparation
05:40 Avoiding Overemphasis on Long Runs
06:58 Building Up Long Runs Safely
08:46 Balancing Long Runs with Quality Sessions
11:27 The Importance of Slowing Down
12:23 The Role of Resistance Training
14:36 Training with Heart Rate and Effort
19:39 Purposeful Resistance Training
20:06 Blood Testing and Nutritional Insights
23:45 Managing Nutrition for Performance
32:16 Summary of Key Training Tips
33:06 Closing Remarks and Next Steps
8 Jul 2026
Ep.55 - Q&A w/ Luke: How Often Should You Race? Recovery Tools? Fasted Training?
Follow us on socialsInstagram:@Flowstate.pod@Adamsmythcoaching@Action_twyfordYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@Flowstate.runnersStrava:https://www.strava.com/athletes/5629117?oq=adam (Adam)https://www.strava.com/athletes/11103315 (Luke)Contact:flowstate.runners@gmail.com
In this episode, Luke shares a detailed update on his training routine, discusses how to incorporate intervals for amateur runners, and offers insights on race preparation and recovery tools. Perfect for anyone looking to optimize their fitness and race performance.
Follow us on socials
Instagram:
@Flowstate.pod
@Adamsmythcoaching
@Action_twyford
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@Flowstate.runners
Strava:
https://www.strava.com/athletes/5629117?oq=adam (Adam)
https://www.strava.com/athletes/11103315 (Luke)
Contact:
flowstate.runners@gmail.com
In this episode, Luke shares a detailed update on his training routine, discusses how to incorporate intervals for amateur runners, and offers insights on race preparation and recovery tools. Perfect for anyone looking to optimize their fitness and race performance.
00:00 Introduction and Training Update
14:26 Q&A Session: Running Intervals and Basketball Fitness
22:20 Understanding Race Week Preparation
27:28 Racing Frequency for Non-Professionals
30:02 Evaluating Recovery Tools
33:17 The Truth About Fasted Training
36:20 Building Confidence Before a Race
38:48 Staying Motivated to Run
17 Jun 2026
Ep.54 - Diversity in Training, The World Cup, and the Impact of Social Media!
Follow us on socials
Instagram:
@Flowstate.pod
@Adamsmythcoaching
@Action_twyford
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@Flowstate.runners
Strava:
https://www.strava.com/athletes/5629117?oq=adam (Adam)
https://www.strava.com/athletes/11103315 (Luke)
Contact:
flowstate.runners@gmail.com
summary
In this episode, hosts discuss the World Cup, their sports interests, the importance of variety in training, and mental resilience in sports and life.
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