Pat and Mark sit down to go over questions that were asked over social media. They discuss a wide range of topics, such as, balancing training, nutrition for optimal performance, strength training, making choices that benefit long term success, and how to deal with set backs and disappointments. As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

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Episode 034: Q and A

Pat and Mark sit down with Hoka One One and Northern Arizona Elite runner, Sid Vaughn, to discuss his journey to 2020 Olympic Marathon trials and his plans beyond.Photo credit: @Richiebee_You can find Sid at:@cajunlightningAs always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 033: Sid Vaughn

Pat and Mark sit down with Ashlee Powers to discuss her journey running at young age, to the collegiate level, to recently qualifying for the 2020 Olympic Trials. They go in depth with her college experience and how she overcame struggles with mental health. Ashlee is more than a runner, she is also an entrepreneur and they discuss her brand and how she got involved with her business.You can find Ashlee at:instagram: gogo.powershttps://www.ashleespowers.com/As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 032: Ashlee Powers: Entrepreneurship and Olympic Trials

Pat and Mark sit down with Patrick Cutter and discuss his journey from high school athlete to a marathon stand out. They also discuss weight training, fitness, and how to consume $80 worth of pasta. As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Patrick Cutter: irun26point2_Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 031: Patrick Cutter

"I will prepare and someday my time chance will come" - Abraham Lincoln.Mark is no stranger to hard work and the mentality required to thrive. However his deepest struggles in life have come in moments in which he's been short of confidence. It took 34 grueling miles on a muggy day in east Texas to overcome his own doubts. With the race on the line and his body beginning to betray him, he leaned on the "process" and his own journey to give him the confidence to breakthrough his mental barriers, push through physical pain and achieve greatness.As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 030: Conquer: The 54k Journey

Mark and Michael sit down with award winning chef and admitted obsessive runner, Marc Quinones, to discuss his journey and the similarities between being an accomplished chef and driven athlete. Despite his success, he isn't a stranger to struggle and he's had to overcome a lot to get to this point. When Marc isn't winning awards at his restraunt, cooking on TV shows like chopped or appearing on the food network - he's logging miles on the pavement and trails of Albuquerque, New Mexico.You can find him on Instagram @chefmq and @chefmqtherunnerLet us know what you think of his story.As always, if you enjoyed this episode please rate us on iTunes, share and drop us a comment or message.You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 029: Marc Quinones

Thrive Mindset: Pat and Mark discuss their journey and growth from being tethered by a losing mindset to being freed and empowered by developing a Thrive Mindset. Change is the only constant in life, and the hosts have been no stranger to adversity - it was when they developed the tools to overcome that each of their live's took off.“If you feel lost, disappointed, hesitant, or weak, return to yourself, to who you are, here and now and when you get there, you will discover yourself, like a lotus flower in full bloom, even in a muddy pond, beautiful and strong.”You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 028: Thrive Mindset

It's 2020, lets party! Michael, Mark and Pat discuss their goals for 2020. Pat discusses his upcoming cross-country bike adventure, Michael speaks about his Boston 2020 race and beyond. Mark has a new sponsor, talks about his future plans for reinventing himself as an athlete, and his approach for accomplishing those goals.There are two types of pain: the instant pain of sacrifice for your goal or the permanent pain of regret. It's up to us to choose our path.You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 027: 2020 - Make It Happen!

Pat and Mark sit down with Derek Yorek. The hosts discuss his background, training methodology and supreme confidence. They also talk about his unique experience of leading the Boston Marathon.You can find Derek Yorek at:@yorekfitYou can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 026: Derek Yorek: Part I

Pat, Michael, and Mark sit down to discuss weight training, common misinformation, structuring your training, recovery, and answer user questions. You can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 025: Strength Training for Runners

Pat and Mark sit down with professional ultra trail marathoner Jake Jackson. They discuss Jake's inspiring story from not running to running for team USA in France for the 24 hour World Championships. Jake also dives into being a full-time truck driver, how he balances training, and his plans for 2020.You can find Jake on instagram:ultra_truckerYou can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 024: Jake Jackson - The Ultra Trucker

From Death Valley to Hope PassAfter winning the Badwater Ultra Cup Series, conquering the Badwater 135, and Leadville 100 Mile foot race, friend of the podcast Joshua Stevens is back on the show. Michael, Pat and Mark sit down with Joshua as he provides race recaps, gives his take on nutrition and gear and teaches everyone a lesson in humility with his heartfelt messages. You can find Joshua on Instagram @tumbleweedultraYou can find the hosts of the Finding Strong Podcast:Michael: @SonofragingjoePat: @PatxgatesMark: @bottenhornrunning and www.markbottenhorn.comOpinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.

Episode 023: Joshua Stevens Part 2

Pat, Mark, and Michael sit down to discuss building and being a well-rounded athlete. Mark delves into his coaching background and provides insight into the dynamics of weight training, nutrition, running, selecting a coach, and training philosophy. Opinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.Instagram:@sonofragingjoe@findingstrongpodcast@patxgates@bottenhornrunning@run_strong_coaching

Episode 022: Building Athletes: Coach Mark Bottenhorn

Pat and Mark sit down with marathoner, husband and adventurer Michael Benvenuto. Michael's journey of adversity, growth, and triumph is inspiring. Michael is coached by Mark, under his platform Run Strong Coaching. Learn more about Michael, his coach/athlete relationship with Mark and his story on today's episode. WARNING: Big announcement on today's episode. Opinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.Instagram:@sonofragingjoe@findingstrongpodcast@patxgates@bottenhornrunning@run_strong_coaching

Episode 021: Michael Benvenuto; Progress, Adversity, & Accomplishment

Pat and Mark are back after a short hiatus due to traveling, training, and Mark's big move to Dallas. On Episode 20, they discuss self-sabotage, negative self-talk, a persistent attitude,  doing the little things and the courage to slow down. Opinions, comments and feedback are always welcomed and appreciated. If you found enjoyment in this episode we ask that you rate it and share.*While we have made every attempt to refrain from inappropriate language, the occasional curse word may have found its way into the recording.Instagram:@findingstrongpodcast@patxgates@bottenhornrunning@run_strong_coaching

Episode 020: Changing Your Mentality

Elite endurance athlete and coach, Mark Bottenhorn and Pat Gates, are on a mission to find strong. Episodes touch on topics including, performance, fitness, nutrition, mental health, and mindset.

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