In this episode, coach Nick Klaasava discusses the importance of detaching from numbers and other ways to measure improvement in running. He emphasizes the need to find joy in running and to avoid burnout by maintaining balance. We also explore the role of effort-based training and the pitfalls of fixating solely on personal records (PRs). And most important, we discuss measuring success in running through factors such as resilience, consistency, and personal growth.
Episode Outline
00:00
Introduction: The Importance of Detaching from Numbers
06:13
Finding Joy in Running and Maintaining Balance
09:30
Effort-Based Training: Measuring Improvement
12:55
Redefining Success: Beyond Personal Records
23:30
Being Proud of Your Achievements and Progress
28:14
The Importance of Celebrating Accomplishments
31:30
The Role of a Coach in Creating a Supportive Environment
38:53
Avoiding the Pitfalls of Comparison
44:25
The Significance of Individualized Training
52:02
Workouts: Gaining Fitness vs. Proving It
About Coach Nick
Nick Klastava is a software engineer, certified running coach (RRCA, USATF), and podcast host (Between Two Coaches). Nick wants to continue to bring running and fitness to everyone in a sustainable way that cuts out so much of the BS that is not needed for your fitness journey. Nick believes in supporting the entire person as a coach and help athletes chase their goals in fitness and in life in balance. Nick loves to share on his IG about his personal journey, how he disconnected from the numbers and found success, and how as he got older and had kids he became a faster runner than he ever was. Follow along with Nick on Instagram at @nklastava or listen to his podcast called Between Two Coaches with his Co-Host Amanda Katz on Spotify or Apple.
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In this episode, coach Nick Klaasava discusses the importance of detaching from numbers and other ways to measure improvement in running. He emphasizes the need to find joy in running and to avoid burnout by maintaining balance. We also explore the role of effort-based training and the pitfalls of fixating solely on personal records (PRs). And most important, we discuss measuring success in running through factors such as resilience, consistency, and personal growth.
Episode Outline
00:00
Introduction: The Importance of Detaching from Numbers
06:13
Finding Joy in Running and Maintaining Balance
09:30
Effort-Based Training: Measuring Improvement
12:55
Redefining Success: Beyond Personal Records
23:30
Being Proud of Your Achievements and Progress
28:14
The Importance of Celebrating Accomplishments
31:30
The Role of a Coach in Creating a Supportive Environment
38:53
Avoiding the Pitfalls of Comparison
44:25
The Significance of Individualized Training
52:02
Workouts: Gaining Fitness vs. Proving It
About Coach Nick
Nick Klastava is a software engineer, certified running coach (RRCA, USATF), and podcast host (Between Two Coaches). Nick wants to continue to bring running and fitness to everyone in a sustainable way that cuts out so much of the BS that is not needed for your fitness journey. Nick believes in supporting the entire person as a coach and help athletes chase their goals in fitness and in life in balance. Nick loves to share on his IG about his personal journey, how he disconnected from the numbers and found success, and how as he got older and had kids he became a faster runner than he ever was. Follow along with Nick on Instagram at @nklastava or listen to his podcast called Between Two Coaches with his Co-Host Amanda Katz on Spotify or Apple.
Connect with Coach Nick
Connect with Dr. Kat