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Mental Skills for Endurance Athletes | Fireside Chat with Pat Spencer

In this episode of the Run Tri Bike Fireside Chat podcast, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with mental health skills coach and gravel cyclist Pat Spencer to discuss essential mental strategies for endurance athletes. Whether you're prepping for your first race or looking for an edge in your next competition, this conversation will equip you with practical insights to enhance both your performance and mental resilience. The episode kicks off with a fun introduction to Pat, exploring her background as a coach, gravel cyclist, wife, and even a scuba diver. The conversation dives into some light-hearted topics—like whether pineapple belongs on pizza. From there they get into a deeper discussion on mental skills coaching (11:40). Pat explains how she helps athletes set meaningful goals, stay present in the moment, and manage both physical and cognitive stressors. She introduces her unique 3P2R workbook (Plan, Prepare, Perform, Recover, Review), a powerful tool designed to guide athletes through the mental aspects of training and racing. At the heart of the conversation is Pat's personal experience at Rebecca’s Private Idaho race (35:30). She shares how mental resilience and adaptability played crucial roles in her performance, emphasizing the importance of making quick decisions, listening to your body, and learning from each race. This real-world example brings the mental skills she teaches to life, making it easy for listeners to apply them in their own endurance challenges. As the episode progresses, Pat and Jason switch gears to a lively discussion on race nutrition and favorite snacks (46:51). From aid station staples like Oreos and tofu burritos to the fun debate over treats like candy corn, their banter offers light-hearted, relatable moments for all athletes. To wrap things up, Pat shares her favorite ice cream flavors and the joy of celebrating with food after a tough race (53:41). This episode is packed with practical takeaways, insightful anecdotes, and even a few laughs. Whether you’re training for a marathon, a triathlon, or your next gravel race, Pat’s wisdom will help you mentally prepare and recover with confidence. Make sure to stay tuned till the end, as Pat shares her contact info for those looking to dive deeper into mental skills coaching. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn how to strengthen your mind along with your body for race day success! Timestamps: 🎙️ Introduction & Guest Background (00:00 - 11:40) 🧠 Mental Skills Coaching & 3P2R Workbook (11:40 - 35:30) 🚴 Race Experience at Rebecca's Private Idaho (35:30 - 46:51) 🍔 Food Preferences & Race Nutrition (46:51 - 53:41) 🍦 Wrap-Up & Favorite Ice Cream Flavors (53:41 - 1:03:05)