Givin It A Tri - Balancing Life 1 Mile At A Time

Stop Chasing Hard: Discipline, Identity, and the 80/20 Path to Progress

Coach Ken Episode 27

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Elite endurance results don’t come from training harder—they come from training smarter, longer. In this episode, Coach Ken breaks down the 80/20 training principle and why most athletes plateau by chasing effort instead of executing with discipline. We dig into intensity discipline, the “gray zone,” early-season burnout, and the critical mindset shift from recreational training to a coached athlete identity. If you’ve ever felt like your training is consistent but your progress isn’t, this episode will help you reset your approach, respect easy days, and build fitness that actually shows up when it matters.

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