In the very first Consistency Club Virtual Run Club episode, Adam takes you out on a run and talks you through some of the biggest lessons he’s learned from running, coaching and his own fitness journey.
Recorded during a heatwave, this episode covers why running in hot weather feels harder than normal, why your heart rate is often higher in the heat, and why slower paces don’t mean you’ve suddenly lost fitness.
Along the way, Adam shares stories from his own running journey, including how running helped him through a difficult period during COVID, the mistake he made of turning every run into a race, and how learning to slow down ultimately made him fitter, faster and helped him enjoy running again.
The episode also explores:
- Why consistency beats motivation every time
- The importance of easy running
- Why the runs you nearly skip often matter most
- How to stop obsessing over pace and heart rate
- Why most diets fail and what to focus on instead
- The role of protein, whole foods and simple nutrition
- How running and nutrition work together for long-term fat loss
- Why confidence is built through evidence, not motivation
- The danger of constantly moving the goalposts
- How to reconnect with your deeper reason for running
- Why you’re probably making more progress than you realise
Through storytelling, coaching lessons, practical advice and a few laughs along the way, this episode is designed to feel like you’re out running with the rest of the Consistency Club community, wherever you happen to be.
The main takeaway?
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to keep showing up.
What is The Consistency Club - Members Only Podcast?
The Consistency Club Podcast is a members-only podcast hosted by Adam Barski, focused on helping everyday people improve their running, fitness and health in a realistic and sustainable way.
Each episode covers topics around running, nutrition, mindset and consistency, with a big focus on keeping things simple, enjoyable and achievable long term. Expect honest conversations, relatable stories, practical advice, client experiences and plenty of reassurance for anyone who feels like they’re struggling, overthinking or constantly starting again.
This isn’t a podcast for elite athletes or people chasing perfection. It’s for normal people trying to become fitter, healthier, happier and more confident through running and better habits.
Whether your goal is weight loss, improving mental health, building confidence, completing your first 5K or training for a race, this podcast is here to help you stay motivated, consistent and heading in the right direction.