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Talking Endurance & Mastery

663 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -

Do you want to elevate all areas of your life... but don't know where to start?

Talking Endurance & Mastery is a podcast to help you create a vision & take steps towards your goals & dreams.

I’m your coach, Mario Minnaert. I’ve completed events like Ironmans & ultramarathons... And, I believe the true benefit from endurance events is how they help you become the best version of yourself.

Join me as I share stories, lessons & interview guests to help you apply endurance & mastery principles into every area of your life.

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Episodes

476. Casey Gilbert - Trusting Your Hustle, Completing Everesting 29029, And How Your Self-Worth Is Not Your Achievements

September 28, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

According to Casey, the key to success is to “Trust your hustle.” Casey Field Gilbert is an iFIT Trainer, fitness model, endurance athlete, and run coach. He is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer and a former Division I track and field hurdler from upstate New York. Casey has an impressive running career stacked with accomplishments such as completing 7 marathons, with most of those coming under 3 hours, which has qualified him for Boston. In addition ...

475. The Biggest Lesson That I've Learned From Training For 100-Mile Ultra

September 26, 2022 13:00 - 9 minutes - 9.02 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

474. How I'm Mentally Preparing For A 100-Mile Ultramarathon

September 23, 2022 15:17 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

473. Matt Scoletti - Creating Joy with 5am Dance Parties, Running 100-Mile Ultras, and Making A Comeback Greater Than Your Setback.

September 21, 2022 13:01 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

"The comeback is greater than the setback." Matt Scoletti is an entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker who is driven to improve the lives of everyone with whom he comes in contact.  Matt knows what it’s like to be unhealthy, unmotivated, and unsure of his purpose.  Then, on October 30th, 2011, he decided to make a change.  Matt decided on that day as he looked at his pathetic reflection in the mirror that he was never going to feel that way again.  And he hasn’t looked back. Since...

472. How To Get Unstuck

September 19, 2022 13:00 - 8 minutes - 8.26 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

471. 5 Lessons Learned From The 12-Hour Walk

September 16, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

470. Pierce Showe - Building Self-Belief Through Running, Completing The Leadville 100, & Gaining Life Momentum

September 14, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 56 MB

“It all stacks. Your ability to endure, to persevere, to keep going despite adverse effects. Through this process of testing myself enduring things, and putting myself in positions to strengthen becomes like a muscle. It’s being consistent with doing 40 pushups a day and getting to bed at a certain time. Doing so stacks in your ability to do harder things.”  Pierce Showe is a Podcast Host, Entrepreneur, and Endurance Athlete who recently completed the Leadville 100, which is the race where ...

469. My 12-Hour Walk Experience

September 12, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

Hear what it's like to do the 12-hour walk experience! My legs are still sore but my mind is still thinking through the lessons learned. Go to https://12hourwalk.com/ to learn more!  If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

468. Be Naive To Succeed

September 09, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

467. Matt Choi - How To Break Through Your Limits, The Blueprint To Success, And Running A Sub-3 Hour Marathon

September 07, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

According to Matt, "The only limits we have are the ones we believe in." Matt Choi is a Korean American Entrepreneur, Content Creator, and Athlete. He is best known for his football, running, and motivational related content on Tik Tok, Instagram, and YouTube. Matt was formerly a Division 1 football player, but now has set out on a journey to help people reach their full potential in their health and wellness journey and in life. In our interview, we talk aboout his running journey and the...

466. The 12-Hour Walk - My Next Endurance Challenge

September 05, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

If interested, you can buy the book here or learn more about the challenge. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

465. Overcome Your Biggest Obstacle

September 02, 2022 13:00 - 9 minutes - 8.62 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

464. Just Keep Going

August 31, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

Are you being consistent but not seeing the results that you're looking for? Then I think today's message might resonate with you. On today's episode,  I tell the story of my recent Instagram Reels challenge where I'm seeing some highs and lows and lessons I'm relearning in the process. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts o...

463. How To Become More Motivated

August 29, 2022 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MB

If you've ever said the words... "I'm just not motivated", then this episode is for you. I'm sharing 4 ways to become more motivated. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

462. What It's REALLY Like Training For An Ultra

August 26, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.53 MB

Sharing a story about a recent run that I went on and a few things that changed my perspective. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

461. Completing Ironman Alaska and Racing with a Grateful Heart - Interview with April Spilde

August 24, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

I'm excited to share my interview with April Spilde! April recently completed her first Ironman on August 6th and in today's interview, she talks through everything that she's overcome in getting to this point. We talk about her race experience and life lessons that you can apply today, including what it means to race with a grateful heart, If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s conne...

460. 5 Habits To Transform Your Mindset, Build Endurance, And Change Your Life

August 22, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

If you've ever felt low on energy, unmotivated, stressed out, full of a restless mind/heart, or unproductive, then it's likely because you haven't tried these habits. Give it a listen! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

459. Ask Yourself This One Question To Be Happier, Wealthier, And More Fulfilled!

August 19, 2022 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.87 MB

The right question at the right time can change your world! I hope this one question finds you at the right time.  If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

458. How To KNOW You'll Be Successful No Matter What

August 17, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

It can be scary the when you do anything for the first time, especially if it's important to you! So whether that's an Ironman, an Everesting 29029 challenge, leading a big meeting... if you've never done it before, how do you know you'll be successful? Listen to this episode to find out! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thought...

457. The Surprising 3 Phases Of Going After A Big Goal Or Dream

August 15, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

If you're on the path of chasing your dreams, there's a good chance you're one one of these 3 phases! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

456. The BEST In The World Never Get Tired Of This

August 12, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

I heard a story recently about a lesson that NBA Legend, Kobe Bryant, taught a personal trainer who observed one of his workouts. That trainer, Alan Stein Jr., is now an experienced performance coach, consultant, speaker and author. He spent 15+ years working with the highest-performing basketball players on the planet. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and s...

455. How To Run 100 Miles

August 10, 2022 13:15 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

Today we talk about 5 things that I've learned from people who have run 100 miles, PLUS a bonus tip from people who have done the Hennepin Hundred ultramarathon and other ultras. :) If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

454. A Life-Changing Way To Use Your Journal

August 08, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

453. A Surprising Secret To Achieving Your Goals

August 05, 2022 13:00 - 9 minutes - 9.2 MB

Listen to this episode to hear a surprising secret to achieving your goals that I learned this week after a question from Emily.  If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

452. It's OKAY To Take A Break & 3 New Takeaways For This Podcast

August 03, 2022 14:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

After a 1-month break, the podcast is back! Listen until the end to hear a message about taking a break on your passion project, business, training, or podcast and hear how you can get a $25 Amazon Gift Card for listening to the podcast. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-343...

451. It's Half Time: Here Are 8 Questions To Pause, Rest, and Strategize For The Rest Of The Year

July 04, 2022 13:00 - 9 minutes - 8.54 MB

It's time to pause, reflect, and set yourself up for 2022 success in the second half of the year! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode

450. Why I Do The Podcast

July 01, 2022 13:00 - 9 minutes - 8.61 MB

Check out Kristin's new podcast titled "Craft Leftovers". If you want to follow Kristin's art and work, check out her website. Whatever you do, I want you to realize that people are INSPIRED by what you do and say. Keep going! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

449. Are You Living With Meraki?

June 29, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.68 MB

Meraki, my new favorite word! This is a word that modern Greeks often use to describe doing something with soul, creativity, or love -- when you put "something of yourself" into what you're doing, whatever it may be. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

448. "Finish The Job"

June 27, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.65 MB

“There are better starters than me, but I’m a strong finisher” - Usain Bolt A lot of people talk about STARTING something, but how many people talk about FINISHING it? If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a message with your thoughts on the latest episode!

447. Don't Forget The Silent Majority

June 24, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

This is a message that I KNOW that I need to hear. If you're a creator, coach, podcaster, then maybe you will too!  Check out Rob Cressy's website here. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

446. 41 One More Questions To Ask Yourself to Lead An Extraordinary Life

June 22, 2022 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

These questions came from Ed Mylett's new book, The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

445. 5 Lessons I Learned From Ironman Des Moines

June 20, 2022 13:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

444. Ironman Des Moines Race Recap - My 2nd Ironman!

June 17, 2022 13:29 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

One of the hardest races I've ever done! 90+ degrees. 4,000 feet of elevation gain. Nausea & vomiting on the run. Listen to the full race recap now! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

443. God Has My Back! 3 Scripture Verses That Got Me Through An Ironman

June 15, 2022 17:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

WOW, God was really with me this weekend! The verses that I shared in today's episode... Isaiah 43:2, Romans 5:3, 1 Chronicles 16:34. Check 'em out. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

442. Don't Make This Mistake I Did! It's Time To Look At Your Habits With A FRESH Perspective.

June 13, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.85 MB

Do you have a weekly review practice? I do too! As I was doing mine 2 weeks ago, something interesting happened... If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

441. What I've Gotten WRONG About Consistency!

June 10, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

Sooo a few episodes ago… I talked about how everyone has a super power and that mine is consistency. I’m the consistency guy, but I heard a quote and a strategy from Brendon Burchard that made me realize I've got it all wrong...  If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, ...

440. A Simple, Surprising Lesson I Learned From My 86-Mile Workout

June 08, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

Ohh how quickly it can change! Listen to the story of my longest workout during Ironman training and what I learned. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

439. Reflections From Training For My Second Ironman

June 06, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

I am one week out from my second Ironman! And today, I'm reflecting on a few things that I learned in the process of training for my second Ironman that you can apply to your goals and dreams. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

438. 3 Open Water Swim Strategies You Can Apply To Your Goals

June 03, 2022 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

These 3 keys are about open water swimming, but they apply to ANY goal you've set for yourself!  If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

437. An Improved Way To Set Goals With Intention

June 01, 2022 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB

A few thoughts on being more intentional after a recent coaching session. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

436. Ask Yourself This One Question And Get Back To Basics

May 30, 2022 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB

If you're going through a setback, challenge, or obstacle with your goals, ask yourself this one question. And then use it as an opportunity to get back to basics, those small activities that you know add up to your best. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll act...

435. 5 Ways To Be More Consistent With Your Goals

May 27, 2022 12:30 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

Thank you for making this podcast one of the top 5% in the world!!! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

434. What's Your Super Power?

May 25, 2022 12:30 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MB

I believe that EVERYONE has a superpower. What's yours? If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

433. "I Would Do That, But I'm Not An Endurance Athlete"

May 23, 2022 12:30 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MB

If you've ever said, "I would do that, but I'm not an endurance athlete" then this podcast is for you. We're talking about the role that identity plays as you go after your goals and how to reframe endurance in your life. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437.

432. The Power Of The Spoken Word - Replay

May 20, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

This is a REPLAY from previous episodes #367, but I hope it comes at a good time for you! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

431. "Mario, You Are Running 16 Miles Today"

May 18, 2022 13:30 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

All it took was for me to say, "Mario, you are running 16 miles today" to snap out of it. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

430. Try This Technique If You Want To Start Something New But Held Back By Fear

May 16, 2022 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

When I first thought about starting my podcast, I had a lot of doubt and fear that prevented me from getting started. Then I came across this exercise that was recommended to me by a mentor and it proved to be a game-changer. I was recently reminded of it so I wanted to share it with you! If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts...

429. The 3 Phases Of Any Meaningful Goal Or Dream

May 13, 2022 22:00 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

428. How To Build Grit As A Parent Or Leader

May 11, 2022 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

As a parent, leader at work, or part of the community, there's a good chance you want to build grit in others! How do you do that exactly? Listen to this episode to find out. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by texting me at 608-770-3437. Yep, I’ll actually respond! :)

427. "Find A Steve. Be A Steve." The Key To Achieving What You Want Faster!

May 09, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

5 years ago, I trained for my first Ironman and had a friend, Steve, who mentored me along the way. Now I'm training for my second Ironman and doing the same for someone else! Listen to listen to this episode to hear my thoughts about being on both sides of it. If you found any value in this episode, leave a 5-star review! That will help more people become their best by seeing these episodes. Also, let’s connect on Instagram and send me a text with your thoughts on the latest episode by te...