Marathon Runner: Your Brain WANTS You to Do the Hard Things - Adrienne

Ever felt like you're in a mental tug-of-war with your workout? One part of you is saying, "Let's go crush it!" while the other is whispering, "Popsicles and a nap sound way better." We've all been there!On this episode, we're joined by the incredible Adrienne Eades, a strength and conditioning coach and the owner of Stronger in Stride. She's not just talking the talk; she's running the run... and the bike, and the swim!🏊‍♀️ Adrienne shares her inspiring journey from the world of studio art to becoming a powerhouse athlete who's conquered two marathons, a triathlon, and even a deadlift competition! We dive into how she turned her passion for fitness into a thriving business, the magic of progressive overload, and why having a great coach is like having a secret weapon for your goals. Get ready to be inspired to make that "winning" voice in your head a little louder!TOPICS COVERED: 🤸‍♀️ The "Would You Rather" question that involves skipping and butt-scooting down stairs🧠 How to cultivate a winning mindset and trick your brain into doing hard things🎨 Adrienne's transition from the world of art to becoming a strength and conditioning coach💪 The empowering feeling of getting strong, especially as a woman🏃‍♀️ The logistics, highs, and lows of training for a marathon and a triathlon📈 The concept of "Discipline is Freedom" and how it applies to all aspects of life🎯 The mission and power behind Adrienne's business, Stronger in Stride🤝 The importance of having a coach and how it can help you avoid injuries and reach your goals faster🧘‍♀️ How therapy and communication skills are essential for entrepreneursKEY TAKEAWAYS:✨ The version of you that wants to win needs to be louder than the one talking you out of it.✨ Strength training can be a great outlet for anger and dissatisfaction, acting as a form of catharsis.✨ The key to sticking with a difficult training schedule is to focus on the end goal and the pride you'll feel when you cross the finish line.✨ Discipline isn't a restriction; it's the process you endure to earn the freedom to do what you want.✨ A great coach not only provides a plan but also helps you build the confidence to prove to yourself that you can do hard things.✨ Building a business is a marathon, not a sprint, and requires patience, authenticity, and strong communication skills.✨ Most people don't get enough protein in their diet, and progressive overload is essential for building muscle.✨ The fear of getting "bulky" from weightlifting is a common misconception and won't happen.✨ When you feel stuck in a monotonous fitness routine, try a new activity or set a new goal to reignite your passion.SPECIAL GUEST:Adrienne EadesStrength and Conditioning Coach & Owner of Stronger in StrideYou can find her on Instagram:🏋️‍♀️ https://www.instagram.com/strongerinstride/for her lifting, running, and coaching business🏃‍♀️ https://www.instagram.com/stronger_with_adrienne/ to follow her personal journey🌐 Visit her website: https://www.strongerinstride.com/ to learn about her coaching and her Sunday class, Powerful Hour!

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