In this episode, Kevin interviews Chris Hague and Brad Kearns, host of The Primal Endurance Podcast. They discuss: Balancing health and fitness  Stress management Sleep & Circadian Rhythm Genetic influence on athletic performance Other factors that affect training recovery Training motivations Common misconceptions about pro athletes Rigid versus fluid workout training schedule Guiding your training decisions by your desire to train Training frequency and consistency The 180 Heart Rate Formula by Dr. Philip Maffetone Potential adverse cardiovascular effects from excessive endurance exercise Pushing your body to the limits Links & Resources: BradKearns.com Primal Endurance Podcast Primal Endurance Consistency Is Key episode Run for your life! At a comfortable pace, and not too far: James O'Keefe at TEDxUMKC Books Lights Out: Sleep, Sugar, and Survival by T. S. Wiley Primal Endurance: Escape chronic cardio and carbohydrate dependency and become a fat burning beast! by Brad Kearns Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim S. Grover **If you've enjoyed this episode of Tri Swim Coach Triathlon Swimming, please subscribe and leave us a rating & review over on iTunes to help spread the word. Thank you!**