Mark Bottenhorn is an ultra endurance athlete and coach based out of Austin, Texas. His experience includes winning races at the 50K and 50 Mile distances, as well as competing at the Hyrox World Championships. In today’s episode, we discuss how he balances a hybrid training style and his perspective for managing performance anxiety.

TIMECODES:

0:00 - Intro

1:11 - Competitiveness at a Young Age

5:03 - It’s Never Too Late To Change

8:38 - Ultra Vs. Marathon Distances

11:34 - Balancing Strength & Endurance Training

13:30 - What is Hyrox

14:40 - Managing Competition & Mental Health

21:10 - Variation in Client Programs

22:34 - Speed Work for Long Distance

23:46 - HR vs. RPE Training

30:10 - Advice for a 50 Mile Race

38:55 - Future Racing Plans

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