#27: Pushing Limits and Transformative Journeys with Aaron And Dr. Werner

The AC Method

In this episode, Aaron talks about his recent Labor Day weekend trip to Mission Bay Resort. He spent the weekend with his kids, enjoying the bay and working on home projects. He welcomes Dr. Aaron Werner to discuss Iron Man races, focusing on training challenges and mental strategies, including their experience with Tough Mudder and long-distance running. They also provide insights into the demanding physical and mental preparation for these endurance races, as well as the sense of accomplishment. Ultimately, they touch on pushing limits, teamwork, and life-changing experiences, expressing their determination to continue challenging themselves.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Aaron's Labor Day weekend at the safer Mission Bay Resort
• Dr. Aaron Werner discusses Iron Man races
• Insights into race training routines and mental strategies
• Post-race sense of accomplishment and euphoria
• Emphasis on teamwork's importance
• Preparation for endurance races, both physical and mental
• Transformation of life outlook and pursuit of new challenges

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TIME STAMPS

• 00:00: Prelude
• 00:09: Introduction to the new episode
• 01:07: What is Iron Man?
• 01:53: How long did it take from Dr. Werner's decision to start the race to his first Ironman?
• 03:12: Aaron’s training for his first triathlon
• 06:28: Boredom and running in silence
• 10:09: Maintaining the shape
• 12:27: Getting off the plane and getting into a fight
• 17:44: The start of the mudder
• 20:58: Running through the mud
• 25:05: Negotiating with yourself
• 27:39: The start of the second lap
• 30:48: Getting a high in the middle of a race
• 33:34: Got through lap three
• 36:37: Pushing yourself to the limit
• 39:18: How Dr. Werner got into the Ironman
• 40:46: The euphoria of winning a mudder
• 43:39: The journey leading up to the race
• 47:04: When is the high going to go down?
• 49:05: The importance of journaling during the race
• 50:55: Step above what you think you can pull off
• 52:51: It is more mental than physical
• 55:04: END

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