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July 2025

The Myth of the Non-Responder
Stop saying it doesn't work for you. It's time to find the right stimulus.
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My Training History Manifesto
How Training's Natural Evolution Tells Us What Works
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Winning vs. Fulfillment: Why the World's Best Golfer Says “This Is Not a Fulfilling Life”
What Scottie Scheffler, Nikola Jokić, and Adam Smith teach us about the difference between winning and fulfillment.
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More Than a Placebo: The Surprising Science of How 'Feeling Good' Boosts Testosterone and Performance
How Behavior Primes Your Brain and Body for Success.
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How to Shift What You Think Is Possible
“That’s impossible.
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The Debate Over Easy vs. High-Intensity Training is a Waste of Time. Here's Why.
Zone 2, HIIT, and the Flawed Science of Endurance Training
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Endurance Training 101: Building a Multifaceted Base
How Modern Base Training isn't Just Miles!
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June 2025

Female Sub 4 Mile Attempt Breakdown
Diving deep on Faith Kipyegon's attempt to break the special barrier
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The Failure Playbook: How to Decompress, Debrief, and Grow from Setbacks.
A practical guide to processing failure, managing expectations, and building mental resilience.
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What the Wright Brothers Can Teach Us About Coaching
The balance between broad and narrow.
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How to Deal with Pain and Suffering: The Calm Conversation
Putting Space Between Stimulus and Response
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