The Plastic Trap Killing Your Gains (And How to Escape It)

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The 1% Better Runner with DLake

Daren DLake

195 episodes

2 days ago

This is a podcast about how runners can live better lives through consistent self-improvement.

Unlike other running brands, The 1% Better Runner focuses on how small, daily habit improvements ripple into broader life success, helping runners perform better both on and off the road, track, or dirt.

I’m Daren DLake: Certified running and nutrition coach, Sub-3-hour marathoner and 10-hour Ironman finisher.

Since 1996, I’ve been helping other self-coached runners, researching, and experimenting on how to better myself 1% each day.

A few times a week, I’ll drop how I’m tweaking my training, sticking to habits when life’s messy, and cool stuff from coaches and health pros. It’s a no-BS cheat sheet for building better habits—not just for running, but for work, relationships, and personal growth too.

Join thousands of other committed runners listening to the most exciting run and endurance sports content on the internet and get more tactics and strategies in your inbox each week.

Bonus - Get my free 30-day base and habits training plan when you sign up for the free newsletter here.

PS - Podcasting is very "1-way," so let's fix that. Hit us up if you have any feedback, want to collaborate, or just wanna tell me about your training. On Instagram @dlakecreates or talk@dlakecreates.com

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This is a podcast about how runners can live better lives through consistent self-improvement.

Unlike other running brands, The 1% Better Runner focuses on how small, daily habit improvements ripple into broader life success, helping runners perform better both on and off the road, track, or dirt.

I’m Daren DLake: Certified running and nutrition coach, Sub-3-hour marathoner and 10-hour Ironman finisher.

Since 1996, I’ve been helping other self-coached runners, researching, and experimenting on how to better myself 1% each day.

A few times a week, I’ll drop how I’m tweaking my training, sticking to habits when life’s messy, and cool stuff from coaches and health pros. It’s a no-BS cheat sheet for building better habits—not just for running, but for work, relationships, and personal growth too.

Join thousands of other committed runners listening to the most exciting run and endurance sports content on the internet and get more tactics and strategies in your inbox each week.

Bonus - Get my free 30-day base and habits training plan when you sign up for the free newsletter here.

PS - Podcasting is very "1-way," so let's fix that. Hit us up if you have any feedback, want to collaborate, or just wanna tell me about your training. On Instagram @dlakecreates or talk@dlakecreates.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Plastic Trap Killing Your Gains (And How to Escape It)

The 1% Better Runner with DLake

12 minutes 26 seconds

2 weeks ago

The Plastic Trap Killing Your Gains (And How to Escape It)

That sluggish, heavy-legged feeling on your run might not be from your training—it could be from the very water bottle you’re drinking from.

Every run feels a little harder when your body is fighting invisible stressors you didn’t even know were there. In this episode, I dig into the hidden world of microplastics—what they are, where they show up in your daily life, and why they matter for your health and performance. You’ll learn how these tiny particles might be holding back your recovery, the real science behind the risks, and practical ways to reduce your exposure without turning your life upside down.

Key Takeaways

Microplastics are everywhere—in our water, food, clothes, and even the air—and they can quietly affect recovery, energy, and overall health.
Simple swaps like stainless steel bottles, better washing methods for gear, and choosing natural fabrics can cut down exposure without making life complicated.
Science doesn’t have all the answers yet, but focusing on the biggest sources of microplastics is a smart way to protect performance and long-term health.

Timestamps

[00:32] What You'll Learn
[01:45] What are Microplastics
[04:39] What We Can Do: Practical Steps for Runners
[07:04] Use This To Fight Microplastics and Get 1% Better
[07:57] Sort Your Smartwatch Bands, Containers, And Sweating
[10:10] How Screwed Are We, Really? And What Comes Next
[11:42] This Thing Also Might Be Hindering Your Performance | Air

Links & Learnings

📈 Avoid Microplastics with this free cheat sheet and run far/long training plan - https://dlakecreates.com/microplasticsfree
🎧 Listen, read and learn more here https://dlakecreates.com/microplastics
Is The Air Slowing You Down? - https://dlakecreates.com/air
Why rest sleep and recovery are so improtant - https://dlakecreates.com/recovery
Instagram – https://instagram.com/dlakecreates
Strava – https://www.strava.com/athletes/120507

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