Finding Your Endurance Mindset

Have you ever signed up for a race or set a big goal, feeling totally pumped—only to hit the reality of the hard work ahead and think, What have I done? That’s your quit voice talking. The part of your brain that wants comfort, ease, and zero struggle. But here’s the thing—you didn’t just sign up for race day, you signed up for the struggle, the growth, and the work it takes to get there. In this...

As athletes, we love to define ourselves by what we accomplish. I’m a triathlete. I’m a runner. I’m an Ironman. But what happens when you don’t hit your goal? When you DNF? When injury sidelines you? If your identity is wrapped up in your results, failure feels personal—and that can hold you back from taking risks and chasing big goals. In this episode, we dive into why you are not your results an...

We all do it—spend way too much time thinking about what others might be thinking about us. It sneaks into our mindset in so many ways: Fear of judgment Self-doubt and imposter syndrome Holding back on goals Playing small instead of showing up fully But… We can’t control what anyone else thinks of us. And more importantly, what they think has nothing to do with us. In this episode, I break down: T...

Endurance sports come with pain—there’s no way around that. We want the pain so we can grow. But suffering? That’s optional. The whole "embrace the suck" mentality is not only working against you, it is actually the easy way out. In this episode, I break down: The key difference between pain and suffering (and why it matters) How suffering is created (hint: it’s not the physical pain—it’...

Talking about mindset is one thing—but actually doing something about it is what truly creates change. In this episode, I dive into the gap between self-awareness and real transformation, why we often overcomplicate personal growth, and how to start taking action on shifting your mindset today. If you’ve ever felt stuck, read all the books, done all the thinking, but still aren’t seeing the shifts...

In this episode, Jennifer dives deep into the transformative power of choice and how it can change how you approach your goals, dreams, and everyday life. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or limited by circumstances, this conversation will help you see how much power you truly hold to design the life you want. 💡 What You’ll Learn: • How recognizing your power of choice can help you brea...

In this episode of Finding Your Endurance Mindset , we explore the crucial distinction between reactive and intentional actions and how this difference shapes your ability to achieve your goals. If you’ve ever found yourself overwhelmed by big ambitions or stuck in cycles of busywork that don’t move you forward, this conversation is for you. I’ll break down the patterns of reactive behavior, why t...

What if the secret to achieving your biggest goals lies not in changing who you are but in fully embracing your unique personality and motivators? In this episode, we explore how understanding your core traits can unlock breakthroughs in performance, mindset, and life. What You’ll Learn : • How your personality traits and motivators shape your success. • Why leaning into your uniqueness can transf...

As we step into 2025, many of us feel the rush of excitement—a fresh start, new goals, and endless possibilities. But what happens when that momentum fades? In this episode, we explore how to sustain the energy of the new year by shifting your mindset and embracing challenges that align your mental, emotional, and physical fitness. Jennifer shares her personal experience running the Grand Canyon,...

Big goals are exciting—but let’s be real, they’re also terrifying. Fear is a natural part of the process, but it doesn’t have to hold you back. In this episode, I dive into the messy, uncomfortable, and totally normal fear that shows up when we dream big—and share the tools you need to navigate it. You’ll learn: • Why fear is not the problem—it’s the thoughts behind it. • How to find balanced evid...

In this episode, Jennifer explores a crucial yet often undervalued aspect of successful goal setting: taking credit for your strengths and accomplishments. Many of us hesitate to acknowledge our achievements, worrying it might be arrogant or “not the full story”. But recognizing the strengths you’ve already built is the key to setting meaningful, ambitious goals for the future.  Whether you’re an...

In this episode, Jennifer shares one of the simplest yet most transformative tools for self-talk: the word “yet.” As the holidays approach—a season of joy, but also potential self-judgment—Jennifer dives into how this small word can disarm self-doubt, reframe negative thoughts, and create space for growth and possibility. Through real-life examples and actionable insights, you’ll learn: • Why the...

In this episode, I share the story of my athlete John, who went from a first-time Ironman finisher to qualifying for the World Championships at Ironman Arizona—PR’ing by over 3 hours in just 7 months. John’s journey is proof that belief isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you build. When he started, John didn’t see himself as a competitive athlete. But through consistent training, mindset...

Do you let your yes be yes? Do you go all in on big goals not just when it is easy but when it is hard, when it takes weeks, months, or years to achieve? Saying yes to something isn't just about ticking off a box. It is doing what it takes with effort, intensity, and focus that is required to make it a yes. In this episode, Jennifer talks about how you can let your yes be yes and build that patter...

You are not what you think. Creating space between you and your thoughts is a foundation of all mindset, self-development, AND great performances. In this episode, Jennifer gives 4 techniques you can use to create space between you and the choas of your thoughts today. Coaching: https://www.findingendurance.com/coaching 2025 Trips and Camps: https://www.findingendurance.com/travel Instagram: https...

The Men's Ironman World Championships was a sufferfest and a day of core belief validation. When you race, you have the choice of which core self-beliefs you validate. Do you validate beliefs that make you stronger or ones that restrict you? Watching friends and athletes race in Kona last week, it was so clear to see the athletes that validated beliefs that made them stronger ones that made them w...

Do you live in a Comfort Container? A comfort container is when you limit what you allow yourself to experience to limit your exposure to intense feelings you are afraid of experiencing. The problem is when you limit your experiences to avoid "negative" feelings, you limit your experiences of "positive" feelings, too. The comfort container is proportional. When you are in your comfort container, y...

Are you putting your dreams/ desires/ wants in your real life or in your "someday life?" Your someday life is a vague holding pattern where you place what you really want in a place that you never actually take action on achieving. In this episode, Jennifer talks about how to evaluate your someday life and make it part of your real actual life! 2025 Athlete Travel Trips: https://www.findingenduran...

On this episode, Jennifer shares her experience racing Ironman Worlds in Nice France. She talks about her race, the course, and how she put together a magic race where everything all came together on race day. She shares her insight into limiting beliefs that came up for her on race day and how she adjusted her mindset to allow her to run a 20-minute marathon PR. Coaching: https://www.findingendur...

Jennifer discusses how to build your mindset going into a challenge that pushes you outside the “comfort box” and when faced with imposter syndrome. It is totally normal to have feeling of unworthiness and thoughts of being an imposter before we take on something big, like a world championship race, or a new sport, or setting a big goal in business.  The problem is when you keep the thoughts of be...

Fear loves friends! When we are afraid we want everyone else to be afraid too! When we convince others to share our fear, we feel validated and now have more permission to be even more afraid. It is a double win for the brain. Fear chatter really snowbowls before big races as it tries to suck everyone in to its energy suck. But you do not have to buy into the fear chatters. You cannot control the...

Oh the mind drama! The back and forth in your brain. The what ifs, the should haves, could haves.  Mind drama is here to stay. No matter how amazing your mindset toolbox is, we will have chaos in our thoughts.  And that is a good thing! Mind drama is from the push and pull of our primitive hard wiring and desire to be more. Humans exist today because we seek pleasure, avoid pain, and are efficient...

Where does your motivation come from? Does it come from people telling you that you can be better (external) or from within (internal). Jennifer explores ways in which only having external sources of motivation on race day or in big life challenges is not enough. To succeed, you have to find your why and build your internal source of motivation. Italy Tri Adventure: Coaching: https://www.findingen...

Perfectionism is the Achilles heel of any athlete, hell, any human. We are imperfect by nature, we are human. When we place perfect standards on ourselves, we set ourselves up for failure. That failure creates a cycle of self-doubt and leads to not going all in or not even getting started in the first place. In this episode, Jennifer shares how you can become aware of how perfectionism holds you b...

In this episode, Jennifer discusses the importance of holding space for future possibilities and looking beyond current barriers. She emphasizes the need to allow possibilities to exist AND to take action and do the work. Jennifer shares stories about 2 athletes who have been able to see beyond what is in front of them and do the work to create something more for themselves. Sedona Women's Wel...