#28 "We are capable of much more than we think we are!" - Akshay Jaitly, Lawyer, Cyclist, and a Sub-3hr Marathoner!

<p>Today's guest, Akshay Jaitley runs a law firm and a sub3 hour marathon as well. Although he rides a bike and can drop quite a few of us, I think he identifies himself more as a runner than a cyclist.</p> <p>In this episode he shares his journey in endurance running and cycling and what keeps him going despite a busy schedule.</p> <p>This episode covers:</p> <p>What does he love more? Cycling or Running?</p> <p>Initial years of the running journey</p> <p>Training for the first marathon</p> <p>Changes from first marathon to the 11th marathon</p> <p>Effect of Nutrition and Strength on running - Kenzai</p> <p>His training over the years - Volume and polarized training</p> <p>Cycling- TFN Memories</p> <p>Kaladungi and riding in the North vs that in South</p> <p>Riding outside the country, Alps, Dolomites etc</p> <p>Tips for working athletes</p> <p><strong>Some Links Below:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/334744737743027/"><strong>Working Athlete Community</strong></a>&nbsp;on FB.</p> <p><a href="https://anchor.fm/bikeyvenky/message"><strong>Link to Anchor Voice messages</strong></a></p> <p>Nutrition and strength program Akshay mentioned in the episode <a href="https://www.kenzai.com/"><strong>Kenzai</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> <p>Book recommendation: <a href="https://www.amazon.in/Endure-Curiously-Elastic-Limits-Performance/dp/0008277060/"><strong>Endure by Alex Hutchinson</strong></a></p> <p>About the Podcast</p> <p>The working athlete podcast is a podcast with and for working athletes from all walks of life and various sports. The goal is to provide inspiration, training tips, mental hacks, time management and life-style advice through conversations with some of the best in sport, from athletes to coaches. If you think you can benefit from this, please consider subscribing so that you don't miss the weekly episodes in future.</p> <p>Who is a working athlete? Someone working full-time/part-time, entrepreneur or anyone who has to work to make ends meet and doesn't let being busy to s