MINDSET LESSONS Behind The World’s Longest Non-Stop Swim | ROSS EDGLEY X Rich Roll Podcast
Rich Roll
Aug 19, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Leverage hyperactive bone marrow for rapid healing
An MRI scan revealed his bone marrow is hyperactive and glowing, similar to a newborn baby's, which may be the source of his incredibly rapid healing abilities.
Mimic tiger shark's feast with 40,000 calorie refeed
To mimic a tiger shark's feast-or-famine cycle, he consumed 40,000 calories in 24 hours after a prolonged fast, gaining 22 pounds.
Leverage slow-twitch fibers for muscular endurance
An MRI revealed his slow-twitch endurance muscle fibers have a rare tendency to hypertrophy, explaining his muscular physique despite being an ultra-endurance athlete.
Use scalding porridge to combat core-body hypothermia
To combat core-body hypothermia during his swim, he chose to drink scolding hot porridge, intentionally scalding his throat to warm himself from the inside out.
Balance pushing limits and listening to physiological signals for safety
While most athletes need to learn to push past their brain's 'physiological handbrake,' extreme athletes may need to learn to listen to it more to avoid dangerous outcomes like rhabdomyolysis.
Utilize blood restriction training for effective rehab
Using blood restriction training (Katsu) allows you to target fast-twitch muscle fibers and spike growth hormone with very light weights, making it ideal for rehab after an injury.
Pursue eudaimonia for deeper fulfillment in endurance
The Greek concept of Eudaimonia, or fulfillment earned through struggle and sacrifice, is a more powerful motivator for extreme endurance than the simple pursuit of happiness.
Train your stomach to assimilate fuel like an athlete
Endurance athletes can avoid gastrointestinal distress by training their stomachs to assimilate huge amounts of fuel, such as 120g of carbohydrates plus MCTs every hour.
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