Embrace the universal philosophy that ’no human is limited’ by removing mental barriers in any profession or endeavor, believing in your capacity to innovate, excel, and achieve.
Enhance self-discipline by learning to say ’no’ (Vitamin N), setting priorities correctly, and avoiding complaining, understanding that this is a gradual process, not a one-time event.
Understand that true freedom comes from self-discipline, as indiscipline leads to being ‘in prison’ by acting against your better judgment.
Instead of believing in or waiting for success, focus on pure and good preparation and clean planning, as these are the foundations that lead to success.
Don’t passively wait for success; actively prepare, plan meticulously, and develop the capability to seize opportunities when they arise.
Understand success as the mastery of your chosen field, and ensure you have the correct systems in place to achieve that mastery.
Define success in your own words and language, based on your personal understanding, rather than relying on external definitions.
Internally declare your commitment to success and believe you belong in that space, then consistently work hard by doing what is right at the right time and place.
After achieving a goal or ‘grabbing a branch,’ acknowledge it, then immediately shift focus to the next goal or ’next branch,’ forgetting the previous one to maintain continuous progress.
To truly enjoy your endeavors, accept all results and outcomes without regret, as this mindset allows you to move forward and maintain peace of mind.
Understand that pain is an inherent part of success and hard work; convert it into a positive force, knowing that enduring it leads to achievement and eventual relief.
When you feel the urge to quit, recognize that this is precisely where success lies; instead, continuously ‘press on’ until you reach your goal.
Before undertaking a task, internalize your goals, put them in your heart and mind, and vividly imagine achieving the desired outcome, like crossing a finish line with a world record.
Understand that ego at the top is a sign of failure; treat the world as a human family to diminish ego and foster better thinking and respect for others.
Before bed, reflect on your day, asking if you affected the world positively or negatively, as this practice helps eliminate ego and promotes self-awareness.
Embrace movement, especially running as a less expensive option, not necessarily to be a record holder, but to stay fit and live longer, as movement is crucial for survival and extended life.
Encourage running to become a family lifestyle, where parents and children regularly move together in the mornings, fostering health and connection.
Engage in group training, even if you are faster, to foster community, motivate others, and benefit from the collective energy and accountability, as training is not about competition.
Run with a group of people daily to keep your mind focused, prevent thoughts from wandering, enhance enjoyment, and stay on course, as running is primarily a mental activity.
Maintain handwritten journals for daily training, equipment, book highlights, and to-do lists, as writing things down aids memory and helps track progress over time.
Daily journaling of your training helps prevent missed sessions by creating a visual record that motivates you to fill your book and maintain consistency.
Upon waking, prioritize your personal routine, such as preparing for and completing a run, before engaging with your phone, emails, or other digital demands.
Establish a rule to keep mobile phones out of dining areas during meals to encourage focused eating and allow for a period of self-care (showering, breakfast) before responding to external communications.
Question the necessity of immediately responding to your phone by considering if you could truly solve an emergency within a short timeframe; if not, there’s no need to rush.
Use alone time to audit yourself, internalize daily events, reflect on longer periods, and appreciate your efforts.
Consistently meet over 80% of your training targets for months, then audit your progress the day before a big event to ensure you are well-prepared and ready.
Train your mind to handle pressure, embrace hard work, and believe in pushing your limits, as this mental fortitude is what ultimately drives performance and success.
On days you lack motivation, ask yourself ‘what will happen if I don’t do this?’ to prompt action, knowing that a short period of activity can re-engage your body.
Concentrate solely on your own goals and progress, running ‘your own race’ without looking back or comparing yourself to others, regardless of who is around you.
When alone and pushing limits, rely on the trust you have in your extensive training and preparation, knowing that your past efforts will carry you to the finish line.
Train your body to maintain a relaxed posture and efficient form even at high speeds, as this allows for sustained performance without excessive visible struggle.
Engage in long runs and extended training to develop the ability to handle suffering and pain, which also helps calm the mind and accept what happens.
After major events, dedicate the initial training phase (e.g., two months) to muscle building, gym work (steps, weights, aerobics 3x/week), and massages to prevent injuries and allow early detection of issues.
As soon as you feel something is wrong or an injury is starting, trace and address it immediately to prevent it from worsening.
Develop a strong sense of self-awareness and listen to your body’s signals, adjusting established plans as needed to conserve energy, prevent injury, and do what is truly necessary.
While you cannot prevent others from speaking negatively, you can prevent those negative thoughts and comments from entering and affecting your personal life.
If you’ve had a bad night’s sleep before a race, avoid checking sleep tracking data (e.g., readiness score) in the morning to prevent demoralization.
While acknowledging external cheering, actively block out distracting thoughts and redirect your mind to immediate, actionable metrics like mile or kilometer splits to maintain focus on the task.
Plan for retirement to be an active and purposeful phase, continuing to engage in meaningful activities like charity work and community building, rather than a cessation of activity.
Don’t retire from an activity solely because you’ve made history; continue to engage and demonstrate its value to keep inspiring others and reinforce its meaning.
Include free, easy runs in your routine where you can simply run and enjoy the movement with a group, without strict adherence to pace or distance, just going with how you feel.
Engage children in free conversations, explaining the direct link between consistent effort (training, working hard) and positive outcomes (winning, comfort, success), and instill in them the belief that they are not limited.
During easy runs, gym sessions, or recovery activities, listen to music or podcasts to enhance enjoyment and distract from the passage of time, but avoid them during intensive runs.
To achieve ambitious goals, combine robust systems (nutrition, technology, teamwork) with an individual’s deep-seated belief and personal commitment to try, as the internal agreement to attempt is paramount.
Recognize that hope is essential for survival, even more so than basic necessities; actively cultivate and maintain hope, especially when struggling.
Strive to understand what life entails and its inherent challenges, then approach them slowly and deliberately, which helps reduce struggle and facilitates learning.