#5 | The Noel Mulkey & Robert Hester Show: The Gear Show, What To Buy If You're a Beginner or Elite Athlete
Summary
In this episode, Robert and Noel discuss the importance of consistency in training and the role it plays in achieving long-term progress. They also delve into the topic of choosing the right gear for running and cycling, emphasizing the importance of comfort over flashy or expensive options. Additionally, they touch on the significance of nutrition and offer advice for beginners on finding the right gear. Finally, they discuss the benefits of investing in coaching to improve performance. In this conversation, Noel and Robert discuss the value of coaching, the importance of support and accountability, and the benefits of investing in training. They also explore various gear options for running and biking, including shoes, socks, electronic shifting, and nutrition products. The conversation highlights the need for finding the right gear that suits individual needs and preferences. They also touch on the future of TikTok and encourage listeners to leave reviews and engage with their show.
Takeaways
Coaching provides valuable support, accountability, and personalized guidance for athletes.
Investing in training, whether through coaching or training plans, can lead to improved performance.
Choosing the right gear, such as shoes, socks, and nutrition products, is important for comfort and performance.
Electronic shifting and specific training shoes can enhance the biking and running experience.
Accumulating gear over time allows athletes to find what works best for them.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Marathon Training
03:09 The Importance of Consistency
06:17 Choosing the Right Gear for Running
11:52 Choosing the Right Gear for Cycling
23:24 Nutrition and Beginner Gear
26:36 Investing in Coaching
27:28 The Value of Coaching
28:22 Support and Accountability
29:21 Investing in Training
30:46 Training with a Purpose
31:23 Gear: Shoes and Socks
32:00 Gear: Biking Equipment
33:06 Gear: Electronic Shifting
33:18 Gear: Training Shoes
33:27 Gear: Good Socks
33:54 Gear: Specific Shoes for Training
35:02 Gear: Upgrading to Electronic Shifting
36:14 Gear: Expensive Bikes
37:04 Gear: Components and Accessories
40:17 Gear: Endurance Nutrition
42:36 Gear: Finding the Right Nutrition
43:30 Gear: Making Your Own Nutrition
44:20 Gear: Expensive Nutrition Products
45:09 Gear: Recovery Tools
49:05 Gear: Wetsuits
50:27 Gear: Carbon Shoes
51:38 Gear: Shimano Components
52:07 Gear: Differences in Bike Frames
53:18 Gear: Accumulating Equipment Over Time
55:47 Gear: Recovery Tools (Continued)
56:42 Gear: Carbon Shoes (Continued)
57:31 Gear: Mark Scott's Running Shoes
58:09 Gear: The Future of TikTok
01:00:01 Conclusion and Call to Action