Thank you for joining us for a special World Championship episode with our Master Coach, BJ Gumkowski. Following his 3rd AG finish and Kona Qualification, we wanted to break down the how, absorb his experience, and hear what it takes to be a World Champion competitor. We hope you take many nuggets away to pursue your dreams, World Champs to getting out for a walk. There is no dream less than another. Thank you for tuning in and supporting the YogiTriathlete podcast since 2016. It is one of the OG podcasts of the endurance sports world. If you enjoy the show, please leave a review on your favorite place to listen. By joining our Patreon community, you can also support the commercial-free nature of the YTP and Awake Athlete podcasts and the early release of every podcast episode. In this episode: - Feeling that something big was happening - What shifted in nutrition and hydration - The most challenging workout session using this new method - Long runs beneficial or overreaching - BJ’s fueling strategy in the days leading into a big race - Running fueling strategy - Key moments of support and direction - Be safe. Be strong. Go do your job. - Moving from 5th to 3rd to possibly 2nd? - What did it take on that day to qualify - Mantra: act as if you have nothing to lose - Mindset training is absolutely necessary - How important is momentum - “Easeful efforting” all day in Placid - Trusting yourself Episode 429 Show Notes: Women's Wellness Adventure - TWO SPOTS LEFT - Sedona, AZ November 8-11, 2024 Patagonia Yoga Adventure - 50% FULL - February 15-22, 2025 Galapagos Yoga Adventure - THREE ROOMS LEFT - April 26-May 3, 2025 Ironman Lake Placid Blank's Sport Nutrition The Right Stuff SIS Gels IG reel of IMLP BJ In FLOW! GU Roctane Awake Athlete: When Mastery Is Your Only Option: https://amzn.to/3YoqFJM YogiTriathlete Coaches: Connect with Melissa | Set Up a Free 30-Minute Discovery CallConnect with BJ | Jess | Set Up A Free 30-Minute Discovery Call Awake and Ready - Carlsbad Retreat

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