How a 21-Year-Old Ran 100 Miles with No Coach, No Plan, and Just Grit

https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Podcasts211/v4/4c/b1/97/4cb197a4-b30b-c5f7-2314-b04135133e3c/mza_12966061811987680704.jpg/600x600bb.jpg

Kaizen Blueprint

Aldo Chandra

29 episodes

3 months ago

"Kaizen" is a Japanese term for continuous improvement. This podcast provides a blueprint to learn about health, wealth, relationships and everything else in between. Through our podcast, we strive to inspire, educate, and motivate our audience to cultivate a mindset of lifelong learning, productivity, and personal development. By sharing insights, strategies, and practical tips, we aim to guide listeners on their journey towards realizing their fullest potential, fostering success, and creating lasting positive change.

All content for Kaizen Blueprint is the property of Aldo Chandra and is served directly from their servers with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.

How a 21-Year-Old Ran 100 Miles with No Coach, No Plan, and Just Grit | Anthony Gadzi

Kaizen Blueprint

1 hour 3 minutes

3 months ago

How a 21-Year-Old Ran 100 Miles with No Coach, No Plan, and Just Grit | Anthony Gadzi

From Marathon to Ultra: Anthony Gadzi’s Leap into the Impossible
What does it take for an 19-year-old to go from zero experience to conquering a 100-mile run… with no coach, no gear, and nothing but Girl Scout cookies?

In this episode, host Aldo Chandra sits down with ultra-endurance athlete and UPenn student Anthony Gadzi, who shares the mindset, mental frameworks, and training systems behind his leap from high school marathons to completing multiple 100-mile races—all while pursuing a double major in biochemistry and finance.

Anthony doesn’t just run—he runs with purpose, resilience, and a deep curiosity about what’s possible when you remove excuses and embrace discomfort. Whether you're building a business, training for your first race, or just want to understand how elite minds stay grounded under pressure, this episode will give you tools and inspiration to raise your personal standard.

🚧 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

✅ How Anthony progressed from marathons to ultra marathons and even an Ironman.
✅ Anthony's unique training regimen and how he balances it with his academic life.
✅ The mindset required to overcome physical and mental challenges during extreme endurance events.

📌 TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction to Kaizen Blueprint Podcast
00:24 The Reddit Post that Started It All
01:16 From Marathon to Ultra-Marathon
02:53 The First 100-Mile Attempt
04:09 High School Beginnings and Marathon Training
06:36 The Adventure of Long-Distance Running
08:04 The Pain and Reward of Marathons
12:25 Mindset and Mental Toughness
13:56 Executing the 100-Mile Run
23:31 Lessons from Multiple Ultra-Marathons
30:06 Training Regimen and Daily Routine
33:14 Balancing a Packed Schedule
33:40 Dealing with Burnout
34:54 Training Routine Breakdown
35:54 Challenges of Biking
38:41 In-House Ironman Challenge
42:35 Nutrition and Hydration
49:52 Advice for New Runners
01:00:57 Future Challenges and Goals
01:05:27 Final Thoughts and Advice

📢 SPONSORS:

- RescueTime – https://www.rescuetime.com/rp/kaizenblueprint
- ClickUp – https://try.web.clickup.com/kaizenblueprint
- OpenPhone – https://openph.one/referral/drymLOA

🔗 CONNECT WITH ANTHONY:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gadaboss/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-j-gadzi/

🔗 FOLLOW ME AT:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aldoschandra/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aldochandra

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@aldochandra

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaizenblueprint

Website: https://kaizenblueprint.com

⭐️ LEAVE A REVIEW

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/6z7Vo1gs1B13xmyS9SqwSC

Apple Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kaizen-blueprint/id1747639181