In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology behind endurance sports with Coach Dominique (Dee) Stasulli of zealendurancecoaching, an endurance coach, kinesiology educator, and current PhD researcher. Together, we explore what truly drives athletes to train, perform, and evolve over time.

• We break down the major psychological pillars of long-term athletic success:
• Why intrinsic motivation outperforms external validation
• How athletic identity can both empower and limit performance
• The impact of curiosity, mindset, and mental reframing in training
• The role of community and belonging in consistency
• Perfectionism, comparison, and the emotional cost of chasing outcomes
• Building durable, resilient athletes, mentally and physically

If you’re an endurance athlete, coach, or someo ...