Endurance Sports, Suffering & Life: A Balanced Perspective with Danielle Pellicano

Exploring Health: Macro to Micro with Parker Condit

My guest today is Danielle Pellicano
Founder of Pellicano Endurance Coaching
NASM CPT, TPI, FMS
Welcome to a thought-provoking exploration of the endurance sports world with my good friend and extraordinary guest, Danielle Pellicano. As an accomplished athlete and endurance coach, Danielle unravels the intricate relationship between suffering and living a fulfilled life. She brings to light the importance of personal growth, the dangers of constantly pushing for more, and the critical role of individualized training. This discussion is a treasure trove of insights that every endurance athlete must hear.
We will journey through the life-changing impact of endurance training and racing. Drawing from personal experiences, Danielle and I delve into the essence of community, discipline, and structure that these sports instill. We talk about the art of finding equilibrium between our passion for the sport and life outside of it. Join us as we uncover the importance of trust and connection in the realm of coaching and how it paves the way for successful relationships.
The conversation takes an interesting turn as we dissect the unique challenges of training professional golfers. We discuss the toll the long season takes on their well-being and the need for achievable goals. Danielle shares her invaluable insights on the evolution of the fitness industry, the impact of technology on personalization, and the rise of boutique gyms. This episode concludes with an enlightening discussion on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle by practicing self-care and setting boundaries. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with invaluable insights from an industry expert.
Connect with Danielle:

• Website: https://www.daniellepellicano.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellepellicano/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellicanoEnduranceCoaching/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpw5QRzLoC5uQoyI0hlE8eg

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Chapters

1. Exploring Suffering in Endurance Sports (00:00:00)

2. Process and Community in Endurance Training (00:07:57)

3. Building Trust and Creating a Community (00:19:58)

4. Suffering and Training in Golf (00:28:53)

5. Boundaries and Mentorship in Coaching (00:37:04)

6. Challenging Perspectives for Career Growth (00:50:06)

7. Fitness Industry Changes and Challenges (00:53:58)

8. Health and Fitness Technology Navigation (00:59:16)

9. Distance Runner Training on Treadmill (01:11:04)

10. Links, Show Notes, and Thank You (01:14:07)