“It doesn’t even really seem fair because you can do something that’s much easier and get a better result.” – Daniel Edwards on Extramilest Show #94
Daniel Edwards is a 51 year old recreational runner who has achieved remarkable running improvements in the 5k, 10k, half marathon and marathon, through low heart rate training and consistent habits. Daniel shares his lessons learned, tips on balancing life and running, and strategies for staying healthy, strong, and motivated as an athlete.
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Some of the topics covered:
- 0:00 – Transformation through low heart rate training
- 1:00 – Introduction to Daniel Edwards
- 1:32 – LMNT sponsor
- 2:49 – Advice for his younger self
- 5:22 – Changes in running and training habits
- 8:15 – Nutrition: tracking, dietitian support, and meal planning
- 12:12 – Marathon fueling strategies and race experience
- 14:01 – Progression in races
- 19:51 – Overcoming pre-race doubts and building training consistency
- 24:40 – Advice for runners on consistency and strength training
- 26:51 – First experience with low heart rate training
- 30:44 – Finding the right heart rate zones for training
- 39:28 – Balancing training, work, and family
- 46:22 – Staying motivated during tough seasons
- 51:37 – Managing diabetes as a runner
- 55:30 – Becoming a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete
Daniel is a member of our Personal Best Running Coaching Program. If you’re looking for additional help in your running and health journey, learn more at PBprogram.com
A few quotes from Extramilest Show #94 by Daniel Edwards:
- On the value of a consistent, enjoyable running routine: “With zone two running, the runs aren’t hard to begin with, so you don’t dread going on an easy run. If you get done with a zone two run and you feel like it was hard, then you probably weren’t in zone two.”
- On not letting setbacks define you: “You just have to understand that setbacks are part of life. You can’t dwell on them too much. Keep moving forward and don’t let anything control your happiness.”
- On the importance of community: “You’ve got to find people with positive energy. If you’re running with people and you feel stressed out afterward, that’s bad. Surround yourself with people who lift you up, whether locally or online.”
- On setting realistic goals in races: “This year, we did races where we didn’t have any goals—just to have fun. It was a great reminder that running can be enjoyable and not just about achieving a time.”
- On avoiding the “hard way” in training: “You don’t have to do things the hard way anymore. Do some research, use the tools that are available, and you can avoid a lot of the struggles I went through early on.”
Cheers,
Floris Gierman
