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Sep 2
1h 11m

Episode 23: Two Mics, One Scramble: Refl...

Anthony Herrington & Zach Vogt
About this episode

In this special episode of Endurance State of Mind, it’s just Zach and Anthony behind the mics. The guys swap endurance shoes for golf spikes as they recount their first scramble together in Hattiesburg, where the “student became the teacher” and golf proved to be a surprising mirror for running lessons. From patience and humility on the fairway to battling the “lies” in endurance training, they reflect on recent guest takeaways, Zach’s powerful return to Banff for his 6-year sobriety milestone, and Anthony’s breakthrough workouts. Expect a fun mix of laughs, rapid-fire analogies, and deep reflections on how growth shows up in both sport and life.

takeaways

  • Endurance lessons apply to various aspects of life, including sports like golf.
  • Facing challenges in unfamiliar activities can lead to personal growth.
  • Community support is crucial in endurance sports and personal journeys.
  • Mental barriers often hold us back more than physical limitations.
  • Reflecting on past experiences can provide valuable insights for the future.
  • Sobriety can lead to profound personal transformations and reflections.
  • Finding balance between work, life, and training is essential for success.
  • Overcoming doubts and fears is a common theme in endurance sports.
  • The journey of improvement is often about small, consistent steps.
  • Celebrating milestones, no matter how small, is important for motivation.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Endurance State of Mind

02:52
Golfing Experience and Lessons Learned

08:34
Reflections on Golf and Endurance

13:18
Understanding Golf Handicaps and Their Analogies

22:50
Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts

22:52
Golf Tournament Highlights

25:44
Creative Collaborations with Brian

29:03
Reflections on Recent Guests

31:26
Overcoming Mental Barriers in Running

35:12
Training Insights and Personal Growth

40:09
Running Mechanics and Cadence

47:07
Cadence and Stride: Finding Your Rhythm

49:32
Reflecting on Sobriety: A Journey Back to Canada

57:07
Work-Life Balance: The Ongoing Challenge

01:02:14
Celebrating Milestones: The 1% Podcast Achievement

01:07:32
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