Getting Uncomfortable is Not Fatal

Our October Front Pack Show Guests are 🔥, Tadej’s 5 hr 340w efforts, does Creatine matter in cycling, and more…

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This last weekend I took a 2-hour roadtrip west to meet with athletes towing the line in a smaller race.

My goal was to shake hands, introduce myself and talk to them about Front Pack. Needless to say, it was exhilarating and at times intimidating. I felt like I was in grade school all over again but instead of showing off my action figures, I was introducing something most had never heard of.

It was uncomfortable and just what I needed. I rehashed our value prop over and over again.

We’re building a special online destination for endurance athletes to tell their unique story, stay motivated, and feel supported – not just in sport but life! We offer weekly education with experts and every member can network socially or professionally in the platform.

After giving away 200+ cards and stickers, one theme stuck out; everyone was really happy to meet and talk to me. Though some at first were closed off and wondered, why the hell is this guy approaching me, I’ve got to say, once I started explaining what it was we are doing, they were like… hell yea. hell yea, man. This is very cool.

Will that translate into new members?

Only time will tell but my confidence was left intact.

My point being. Get uncomfortable. All too often we do not have any appetite to feel that nervous pit in our stomach. And I get that.

But just maybe, your fears aren’t actually real and you’ll come across some pretty cool new people or opportunities.

Stay moving…✌🏼 – Scott

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Exclusive content.
- We’ve got a packed calendar for you in October. Check out some excellent episodes coming up! RSVP to attend and ask questions.

October 9: How I Got Here. From D1 Athlete to 2x Beer Mile Champ.

October 16: Previewing the Ironman World Championship 2024.

October 23: 5 Lessons Learned from Racing the Globe.

October 30: Live your Life. From AG to Pro, the Joy in Opportunity.

Headlines

Top news, races and results you may or may not have been paying attention to…

🚴 Tadej completes Triple Crown: The Slovenian adds to victories in Tour and Giro, landing himself the world road race championship to complete triple crown. All it look was a 100km solo to grab yet another title. Read more…

🚴 Swenson Solidifies 2024 Life Time Grand Prix: Keegan Swenson all-but wrapped up the 2024 men’s Life Time Grand Prix presented by Mazda by soloing to his fourth victory of the season at the Life Time Rad Dirt Fest, while Lauren De Crescenzo defended her women’s title in Trinidad after an incredible long-range attack. Read more…

🏊🚴🏃 Van Riel and Knibb Party in Ibiza: At T100 Ibiza, it was Martin Van Riel (Belgium) and Taylor Knibb (USA) taking the men’s and women’s race. Van Riel has put himself in pole position to become the inaugural T100 Champion with just two races to go. For Knibb, she’s leading the overall PRO women’s field. So what’s next? Off to Las Vegas for the next installment. Read more…

Meanwhile

Other happenings in the world of endurance.

Never Skip Leg Day: That’s what Tadej Pogocar told “longevity” physician Peter Attia during a sit down session for his Drive podcast. The world champ dove into his training which include mind numbing zone two rides at 340 watts for 5 hours! he also talks nutrition, having a sweet tooth, how he thinks power meters are not all that accurate, and more…

Strides: The Secret Weapon for Long-Distance Runners: Strides are short bursts of fast running that might seem simple, but they are packed with benefits that can elevate your running performance and efficiency. Read more…

Previewing the UCI Gravel World Championships: This weekend, top riders take center stage as they hit up Belgium to se who will be crowned the champion of dirt. Van der Poel, Mohoric, Kopecky and Niewiadoma are among the WorldTour talents to line up Read more…

Why You Should Incorporate Smaller Races Into Your Marathon Training: Training and racing are two totally different beasts. Do smaller races to get you ready for the big one. Read more…

Testing Rolling Resistance in Tires: Good results for Continental and Vittoria, plus some interesting conclusions regarding inner tubes and tyre pressures. Read more…

DROPPED: Data from last weekends World Championships showed that even when you’re pushing 7.4 W/kg for nearly nine minutes, it’s not nearly enough. Read more…

Profiling Philemon Ombogo Kiriago: At just 22 years old, the Kenyan is already one of trail running and mountain running’s top performers, having recently pushed Kilian Jornet to a sprint finish at the 2024 Sierre-Zinal, where he finished second, having won the 2023 edition. If you don’t know of him, check out this profile. Read more…

Training Tips

Because training is life.

Courtney Dauwalter’s Advice to Improve Your Running: The goat gets in-depth about her running journey, and discusses how to Start and Improve your Trail Running.

Does Creatine Work: The guys at GCN took creatine for a month then jump in to explain if it made any difference in their cycling.

From 350 LBS to 100KM Ultra Runner: Get inspired no matter where you are in life. Change is right there waiting for you!

Rewatchables

Content for long training days inside or just everyday life.

Zion 100 Ultramarathon: A deep and vulnerable look into normal folks doing extraordinary things!

2024 Life Time The Rad Dirt Fest | RACE HIGHLIGHTS: Stop #5 of the Life Time Grand Prix was set in the rugged and stunning landscapes of Trinidad, Colorado where it was grueling climbs, technical two track sections, and fast paced descents waiting for its victims.