{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Endurance Lab Podcast","title":"Episode 3: Hobbs Kessler","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2335,"description":"Keywords\nHobbs Kessler, running, coaching, professional athlete, training philosophy, workouts, Olympic aspirations, recovery, competition, role models\nSummary\nIn this episode of the Endurance Lab podcast, Dr. Bill Evans and Stephanie Brokaw interview Hobbs Kessler, a remarkable young athlete and world record holder. They discuss Hobbs' journey from high school to professional running, his coaching experiences, and the pivotal decision to turn pro instead of attending college. The conversation delves into his training philosophy, favorite and least favorite workouts, and the importance of recovery. Hobbs shares insights on the balance between competition and camaraderie in the running community, his inspirations, and his aspirations for the future, including his desire to continue improving and enjoying the sport.\nTakeaways\nHobbs Kessler is a world record holder and professional runner.\nHe is coached by Pat Henner, a mentor to many top NCAA coaches.\nHobbs transitioned to professional running after high school, guided by his coach.\nHe reflects on the decision to go pro instead of attending college.\nHobbs emphasizes the importance of recovery in training.\nHe prefers shorter, quality workouts over long runs.\nHobbs believes in the significance of training intensity and proper fueling.\nHe looks up to athletes who balance competitiveness with a fun attitude.\nHobbs values camaraderie among competitors in the running community.\nHis ultimate goal is to continue improving and enjoying running throughout his career.\nTitles\nThe Fastest Man with a Mullet: Hobbs Kessler\nFrom High School to Pro: Hobbs Kessler's Journey\n sound bites\n\"Running is kind of pointless.\"\n\"I love talking about myself.\"\n\"Don't train fasted.\"\nChapters\n00:00 Introduction to Hobbs Kessler\n02:19 Coaching Journey and Transition to Professional Running\n06:48 Reflections on College vs. Professional Running\n09:50 Training Philosophy and Favorite Workouts\n17:23 Least Favorite Workouts and Training Specificity...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/76USbjTQRs5usazwaz4k6Sv2pYIvTxY0_bW11LK-a6o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84MzFk/NmZlNDliYTRlZjQ4/MzYzZjI1ZDA3YWFl/ZTRmZS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}