Learn about what it means to "Build Up" as Brendon discusses his role in the upcoming Virtual Wellness Summit hosted by Fuellife Canada on Saturday, October 23rd 2021 from 9:30-4:00PM Pacific time. Online Tickets may be purchased at: https://linktr.ee/fuellife

Join Brendon in his breakout session at the Virtual Wellness Summit in order to learn all about re-framing health, and learning what it means to build on your fitness, and change your perception of healthy aging. 

Learn about the single most important change you can make to your running in order to make the most out of your training - whether you want to get faster, run stronger or lose weight. Save time by maximizing your training and  achieve the training goals you thought were out of reach.

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"It doesn't have to be a lot and it doesn't even have to be fast. But slowly push your pace, slowly increase your speed."

Learn about the practical techniques to improve your running and to systematically get faster by not only training harder - but smarter. Incorporate STRENGTHENING and CONDITIONING into your running to help develop speed - and save time by choosing the right exercises to target the muscle groups you want to target. 

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"If Abdi (Abdirahman) at the age of 43 can perform to such a high level that he can still qualify for the Olympics then I don’t think it is a stretch that with some speed work, a strength and conditioning program and perhaps even a tune-up on your diet that you can’t set records for yourselves."

In this episode, we find out why it's so easy to start something but so difficult to stick with it. Brendon shares about how a busy schedule initially got in the way of his love of running, the negative consequences and how he bounced back and rededicated himself to the sport. We learn that the key to finding consistency is to recognize a deeper drive and motivation beyond the superficial reasons why we get started in the first place. 

"We all have our reasons for getting into running or for getting more exercise but I encourage you all to sit down and think about your choice of exercise – whether it’s running, going to the gym or taking a class. Think about what you get out of it. What it is that you love about it. You already know why you got into it, you just have to find out why you should stay. "

In this episode, we find out that there are inherently different risks associated with each phase of running whether it is during training, during the run or in the preparation leading up to race day. We also learn of the commonly overlooked areas that could greatly improve any runner's pursuit of improvement. Brendon also shares a little bit about some of his experiences with injuries and how he found the solution to getting back to doing what he loves. 

"And it has even taught me a lot about myself and digging deeper and the ability to set my sights on something and working towards it."

"So learn from the mistakes of others and remember to always listen to your body and deviate from your plan if you need to. Afterall, improving as a runner is a marathon, not a race. "

Along the way, Brendon shares some of the experiences he has had which contributed to his love of the sport and he highlights the 5 principles that help build a healthy and longterm approach to running, 1) Setting goals and defining purpose. 2) Making it EASY, 3) Enjoying the little moments, 4) Celebrating achievements and 5) Consistency. 

"Learn to live for the moments – not the events and activities of your life but for the breaks in between. Learn to love the process of pushing yourself, of hearing the rhythmic pace of your feet striking the asphalt or gasping for air as you race to make a pedestrian light. Learn to love solitude and the last rays of sun as it sets behind the trees or the smile your partner gives you as you both jog along at whatever speed your legs want to. Just learn to love being in the present."

In this episode, we learn about the components that go into a running shoe and what makes each shoe ideal for each situation which is something every runner needs to know before they get themselves on the road. 

"Because once again, we come back to the notion of improvement. And that every single time I lace up my shoes to go run, I have the chance to better myself and beat a previous time. "

In this episode, we find out that understanding the mechanics behind running is an absolute must for anyone that wants to improve their performance - including those who are brand new to the sport. 

We also learn that running regimens have to be designed in a way to allow progress and improvement. Brendon also shares his thoughts on how running has influenced his life and how the trait of "Grit" can help a runner excel. 

"And it has even taught me a lot about myself and digging deeper and the ability to set my sights on something and working towards it."