Oct 23, 20261h 12m
Six days of racing on volcanic trails, seven athletes in the whole field, and one overall win. Coach Alicia just came home from her first stage race in the Azores, a sister’s trip for a 40th birthday that turned into a...
About this Podcast:
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. Welcome to The Endurance Balance, where we focus on fitting the training into the chaos.Join coaches JW McKenna (Ultra/Science), Alicia Phillips (Strength/Community), and Anne Sharkey (Nutrition/Masters) for an unfiltered look at endurance training. We combine the science of 80/20 running and triathlon with honest conversations about real life.Each episode features open dialogue, expert insights, and answers to your specific training questions. Whether you're chasing a Boston Qualifier or your first 5K, we’ve got your back.
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What is The Endurance Balance about?
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. Welcome to The Endurance Balance, where we focus on fitting the training into the chaos. Join coaches JW McKenna (Ultra/Science), Alicia Phillips (Strength/Community), and Anne Sharkey (Nutrition/Masters) for an unfiltered look at endurance training.
What has The Endurance Balance covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Bike Fit, Shoes, Nutrition: The Three Spends Our Coaches Never Skip | Ep23" (23 October 2026, 72 minutes), "We Googled It: Coaches Answer Your Top Endurance Training Questions | Ep22" (9 October 2026, 72 minutes), and "Zone Compression: What My Mask Test Revealed | Ep21" (25 September 2026, 68 minutes).
How often does The Endurance Balance publish?
The Endurance Balance publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 68 minutes across 25 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Endurance Balance?
Booking probability for The Endurance Balance is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Endurance Balance requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Endurance Balance's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for The Endurance Balance are Fitness, Golf & Recreation. The Endurance Balance has a health audience.
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- Oct 9, 20261h 12m
It’s 11 PM. You missed a workout, your legs are sore, and you’re typing the same question into Google that thousands of other athletes typed tonight. This episode, Coach JW, Coach Alicia, and Coach Anne take those...
- Sep 25, 20261h 8m
Coach Alicia just found out her zone two had been lying to her. After months of easy runs that felt harder than they should, Alicia went through a full metabolic assessment: mask on, treadmill ramping, breath-by-breath...
- Sep 11, 20261h 13m
Welcome back to The Endurance Balance! Are you treating your off-season as a complete shutdown? In this episode, Coach JW, Coach Alicia, and Coach Anne unpack why taking months off during the winter is the fastest way...
- Aug 28, 20261h 14m
Welcome back to The Endurance Balance! You just paid a registration fee, but are you supposed to go all-out every time you cross a start line? In this episode, Coach JW, Coach Alicia, and Coach Anne break down the...
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- Aug 14, 20261h 16m
Welcome back to The Endurance Balance! ** CORRECTION** Sodium acts as the essential key that unlocks glucose absorption in the gut. Without sodium, your body cannot efficiently absorb carbohydrates during exercise...
- Jul 31, 20261h 8m
Welcome back to The Endurance Balance! Between the chaotic summer months, shattered routines, and environmental hurdles, your rigid training plan might be causing more resentment than results right now. In this episode...
- Jun 5, 202623 minS0
<p>Welcome back to the Endurance Balance.</p><p><br></p><p>When the calendar gets messy, you don't take a zero—you adapt, you pivot, and you keep the engine ticking. Welcome to a special "Mystery Box" edition of The...
- May 22, 20261h 10mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we’re talking about that moment when you show up to a brand-new race venue and the unvetted course layout completely throws off your race-day...
- May 8, 20261h 5mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we’re talking about that moment when the training plan you’ve used for a decade suddenly stops working. You’re doing the work, but your...
- Apr 24, 20261h 14mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we move from the trail to the kitchen to tackle the constant struggle of fueling the machine without losing your mind. Between hitting your...
- Apr 10, 20261h 12mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance! </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we tackle the massive guilt that hits when sickness derails your training schedule. Your head is pounding, your throat is scratchy, and your...
- Mar 27, 20261h 18mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we move past 'surviving' the race and dive into the elite math of performance. Your legs are ready, but is your gut?</p><p><br></p><p>Coach JW...
- Mar 13, 20261h 10mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we explore the mental and physical chaos of the taper. The hay is in the barn and the fitness is built, but why are you suddenly terrified and...
- Feb 27, 20261h 8mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance! </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we explore the critical role of the central nervous system in recovery after endurance events. Your legs might feel fine, but why can't you...
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The Data Trap: The Truth About Wearables & The Naked Run (Part 2) | Ep 6
Feb 20, 202632 minS0<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we pick up exactly where we left off last week. Coach Anne dropped the million-dollar cliff-hanger question about balancing wearable tech with...
- Feb 13, 202656 minS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we are in the thick of the "Winter Grind." The holidays are over, the days are short, and the motivation to lace up is battling against the...
- Jan 30, 20261h 19mS0
<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance!</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we go from the frozen tundra to the humid tropics as we break down the art of surviving extreme conditions and back-to-back race...
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Blueprinting 2026: Race Selection, Periodization & The Art of the Annual Training Plan | Ep 4
Jan 16, 20261h 23mS0<p>Welcome back to The Endurance Balance! </p><p>In this episode, Coach JW, Coach Alicia, and Coach Anne move from building the "Chassis" to creating the "Map".</p><p>Most New Year’s resolutions fail by February because...
- Jan 2, 20261h 15mS0
<p>Welcome to 2026! In this first episode of the year, Coach JW, Alicia, and Coach Anne focus on "The Chassis and The Schedule".</p><p><br></p><p>We dive deep into why your bones might be a ticking time bomb and how to...
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