Beyond The Finish Line
#Ep 45 | Race Week Mind Games (and why zone 2 is your secret weapon)
25 Nov 2025
This week, Matt's prepping for Kosci 100, Georgia’s officially in triathlon mode, and we dive deep into the mindset challenges of race week. From managing nerves and last-minute doubts to how a rogue gunshot mid-run almost derailed Matt’s training camp, it’s a raw, unfiltered look at the chaos before a big race.We also unpack what Matt’s learned through ultra prep, why America’s trail scene is on another level, and how different athletes handle the mental load of taper week.Also inside:– Georgia’s early triathlon struggles + new coach vibes– Matt's near-death experience (gunfire at Perisher)– Packing tips, carb-loading, and why shopping in Jindy is a bad idea– What to do when your breakfast backfires– How influencers are reshaping endurance events🎧 Listener Q&A:– How do I know if heart rate training is working?– What if I feel every niggle during taper?– Can one week in Bali ruin my race?– How do I fuel if everything makes me sick?– What counts as a proper “peak week”?– Should I run slow if my heart rate is in zone 1?
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