
402 - Beyond the Metrics: How to Train & Race To Your Real Potential
Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast. On this episode IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon discusses the concept of the "inner animal" in athletic performance, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, pacing, and mental resilience. He explains that the inner animal is developed through mindful training and understanding one's body's responses without relying solely on external metrics. Dixon highlights the need for athletes to push beyond their comfort zones and trust their bodies, using examples from swimming and cycling to illustrate how athletes can build this skill. He also mentions the…
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