Human Endurance

Fabi embarked on her journey into endurance sports in her mid-twenties. Initially starting with running, she soon found her passion in triathlon. Throughout the conversation we discuss training, mental strategies, and nutrition. You'll hear about her tough training regimen, tips for aspiring triathletes, and her future goals. This candid and motivational conversation is perfect for anyone interest...

In this episode of the Human Endurance Expert Series, we talked to Brenton Ford, founder of Effortless Swimming. Brenton founded Effortless Swimming with the mission to help people around the world in improving their swimming technique. Effortless Swimming has grown to be one of the biggest channels on Youtube, having 350K followers reaching with 30M+ views on their top videos. Apart from their co...

In this episode of Human Endurance, we dive deep into the incredible transformation journey of Roberto, a former heavy smoker and obese individual who turned his life around to become a top endurance swimmer. Starting from his initial struggles during swim tryouts, Roberto shares how he overcame physical and mental barriers through swimming, therapy, and sheer discipline. Highlights include his pa...

We launched our expert series with our first guest Markus Rummel, physicist and triathlete. Markus founded the company AI Endurance, a platform that leverages AI for coaching. Markus' mission is to modernize coaching by following a scientific and data-driven approach to training. Listen in to learn more about Markus' journey from physics to predicting his own bike power to what became the company...

Join us on this episode of the Human Endurance Podcast as we explore the remarkable journey of Kayla Pokorny, a mother of two and professional triathlete. Discover how Kayla transitioned into the world of triathlons at age 27, overcame personal challenges, and successfully balanced a rigorous training regimen with motherhood. Learn about her experiences training through pregnancies, recovering pos...

In this episode of Human Endurance, we welcome a group of first-time marathon finishers: Andrea, Lima, Sebastian, and Lorena. Each with unique backgrounds and challenges, they share their journeys towards the 2024 Vienna Marathon, providing valuable insights for aspiring marathoners. Tune in to learn about their training, racing strategies, nutritional tips, managing injuries, how to stay motivate...

Neste episódio especial de Human Endurance, diretamente do Brasil e em português, entrevistamos Bruna, maratonista, ultramaratonista e triatleta. Bruna compartilha sua impressionante jornada completando o Full Ironman de Floripa em 12 horas e 10 minutos, qualificando-se para o Mundial em Nice. Ela detalha sua preparação, desafios enfrentados, treinamento e a emocionante experiência da prova em si....

In this wonderful episode we cover the dangerous, challenging, and magical crossing of Viki and her team, There She Rows, across the Atlantic Ocean, which happened in December 2023. They finished in 39 days, breaking the standing British record, and inspiring many along the way. Tune in to hear stories of mind-blowing strength and toughness livid by these incredible women. (0:00) Vicky Part II (00...

One day Viki saw on TV a crazy competition: Regular people who set out to row across the Atlantic. Right then and there she decided that she wanted to take up this challenge - all to inspire Women across the World to take up sports and beyond. Tune in to hear the first part of this two part episode, which focuses on Viki's motivation to take up such a challenge, the preparation, mental and strengt...

Kaylee went from her first triathlon to becoming a professional in just a year while balancing vet school full-time. In this inspiring conversation, we talk about her transition from running to triathlon, her swift ascension in the sport, and what it's like to compete at professional levels while managing a full-time educational career. Kaylee shares her insights on the importance of enjoying trai...

Julia sets herself goals, and then plans backwards on how to achieve them. One of those goals was to complete the Bright Midnight Norway Race. An ultra biking event of 1100km and 20'000 meters of elevation. She completed it in 3 days and 18 hours. Curious how she managed to prepare her mind and body for this, and other challenges? Check out this episode! (00:00) Starting the Journey: A Scenic Nap...

Bruna has been taking part in endurance sports for 10+ years. She has completed 8 marathons, 1 ultra-marathon, 2 70.3 Ironmans, and countless cross-country & track races, having ran at the collegiate level in the US. What most don't know is that she grew up playing tennis at a very high level, switching to endurance sports only later on in life. Tune in to learn more about her journey and what...

Paul got into triathlon at the age of nine. Since then, he has completed various endurance challenges: marathons, ultras, Ironmans and even swims across the English Channel. For 2024, he set himself the ultimate challenge, completing the Arch to Arc, an ultra-triathlon in which he will race from London to Paris. The race includes a 87mi run, a swim across English channel, as well as a 181mi bike....

Pedro, known as Pinguim, ran his first marathon in 2011 in Berlin, finishing in 4h06. Within 13 years, and through consistent training, he cut down his time to 2h44. Tune in to this episode to learn more about his approach to training, his mindset and future goals. (00:00) Introduction (00:48) Meet Pedro: The Marathoner (02:07) Pedro's Running Journey (03:41) First Marathon Experience (08:40) Trai...

Rhetta has completed 9 marathons in her life, remarkably going from 3h15 to 2h59 in only 1 year. We talk with her about her journey to sub 3h, her motivation to take on this challenge, her training regimen, and about the lovely running community she has found for herself in LA with Good Vibes Track Club. (00:00) Introduction (01:21) Meet Rhetta (02:23) Rhetta's Early Running Journey (04:08) Transi...

Kate ran 7 marathons in all 7 continents (including Antarctica!) in her twenties, to honour her grandpa, Dick Bass, who was the first person to summit the highest peaks on all seven continents. We dive into her motivation to accomplish this goal, her memorable race experiences, training regimen, and work-run-balance. (00:00) Introduction (01:02) Meet Kate (02:52) Kate's Marathon Journey Begins (03...