In this milestone 10th episode of Endurance State of Mind, Zach and Anthony sit down—just the two of them—for an honest conversation reflecting on their podcast journey so far. From their surprise nomination to the “Best of the Pine Belt” awards to building an organic listener base through Strava and real-world connections, the duo opens up about what they’ve learned, what they’d do differently, and where they want to go next.

They also dive into:

Why they’ve avoided “pushing” their nomination and prefer organic growth
Building community through Strava, run clubs, and future merch
Behind-the-scenes of their podcast prep process and how they want to improve
Life updates: Anthony’s move to the coast, Zach’s family adventures, and race recaps
Future goals: Big Butts 50K/100K, ultra-cycling, and the Dog Days 5K with the whole Vogt crew

This episode is packed with laughter, honesty, reflection—and the promise of more stories to come, including Zach and Anthony finally telling their own.

takeaways

The podcast has evolved significantly in just ten weeks.
Recognition as a nominated podcast boosts motivation.
Community engagement is crucial for podcast growth.
Future plans include expanding the podcast's reach.
Reflections on the first ten episodes highlight areas for improvement.
Personal stories enhance the connection with the audience.
Family involvement in running creates memorable experiences.
Heat training is essential for performance in hot races.
Cycling presents new challenges and opportunities for growth.
Insights from the Tour de France inspire training strategies.

Chapters

00:00
Welcome Back and Podcast Journey

03:25
Exciting News: Nominations and Recognition

06:22
Reflections on Growth and Audience Engagement

09:15
Building Community and Expanding Reach

12:24
Future Plans: Merchandise and Collaborations

15:30
Reflections on Top Episodes and Improvement

18:36
Personal Stories: Sharing Our Journeys

21:25
Life Updates and Local Running Scene

31:46
Urban Fitness Rides and Community Engagement

33:18
Joining the Gulf Coast Running Club

35:05
Experiencing Local Races and Family Involvement

37:07
Summer Activities and Family Dynamics

38:16
Fleet Feet's Inaugural Big Run Event

41:10
Breaking Barriers in Running Communities

43:21
Training for Upcoming Races

44:20
Heat Training and Performance Goals

50:14
Sauna Benefits and Longevity

52:13
Upcoming Races and Family Participation

55:19
Cycling and Ultra Training Plans

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