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    The Extramilest Podcast

    The Extramilest Podcast

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    The Extramilest Podcast helps athletes reach their full potential in training, racing and life. Interviews with world class athletes, coaches and rukus makers about health, wellness and performance. Hosted by endurance athlete Floris Gierman.

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    Floris Gierman

    #126: Coach's Advice to Run & Recover Faster For Recreational Runners

    #126: Coach's Advice to Run & Recover Faster For Recreational Runners

    May 1, 2026
    1h 34m

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    At 58 years old, Albert Shank is still running strong, climbing mountains, and proving that your best running years don't have to be behind you. Coach Albert shares powerful lessons on low heart rate training, Zone 2 running, strength training, injury prevention, recovery, and longevity.

     

    Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/plLtVFuBfAI 

     

    Chapters: 

    • 0:00 — Introducing Albert Shank
    • 1:55 — Somnus Lab Sponsorship
    • 2:57 — How to enjoy running for decades
    • 3:43 — Albert's 58K Grand Canyon birthday adventure
    • 4:10 — How Albert discovered low heart rate training
    • 9:12 — Advice for new low heart rate runners
    • 15:17 — What Albert understands about MAF training now
    • 17:01 — Heavenly Heat Saunas Sponsorship
    • 18:07 — Common mistakes in low heart rate training
    • 25:01 — How to coach athletes in early frustration phase
    • 28:35 — Adjusting for heat, stress, sleep, and illness
    • 30:00 — Albert's current running and injury recovery
    • 32:06 — How heart rate zones change with age
    • 34:36 — Strength training for healthy aging
    • 40:12 — Daily movement habits that build strength
    • 46:00 — Keeping heart rate low on hills
    • 50:18 — Treadmill vs outdoor running for heart rate training
    • 51:27 — Weekly volume for runners over 40
    • 54:29 — Cross-training for longevity
    • 57:05 — Keeping running joyful and playful
    • 59:55 — How training changes in your late 50s
    • 1:13:55 — Cycling heart rate vs running heart rate
    • 1:22:17 — Low heart rate running and keto: pros & cons
    • 1:25:07 — Your best running years may not be behind you
    • 1:27:17 — Does running performance have to drop with age?
    • 1:29:23 — The advice Albert repeats most often
    • 1:30:17 — Where to find Albert
    • 1:30:59 —How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete

     

    FIND ALBERT SHANK:

    ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/26803675

    ► Website: https://hillrunner50.wixsite.com/hillrunner50

     

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    ► Somnus Lab (Code: FLO for 10% off : https://somnuslab.com

    ► Heavenly Heat Saunas (Code: FLO for 6% off): https://heavenlyheatsaunas.com

    ► Ryan Hall Episode: https://youtu.be/lHCA5AxPgb0

    ► Dr. Rangan Chatterjee Episode: https://youtu.be/mF0CCpy3Dzo

    ► Lawrence van Lingen Episode: https://youtu.be/zDJrNa-tO8c 



    FIND FLORIS GIERMAN:

    ► Running Breakthroughs Book: https://florisgierman.com

    ► Personal Best Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest

    ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast

    ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785

    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman

    ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com

    ► Path Projects: https://pathprojects.com



    ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW:

    A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches, and health experts on how to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete.

    Learn more about our running coaching program at https://www.pbprogram.com 

     

    Affiliate Disclosure:

    Some links above are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

     

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