<p>Alex Hutchinson is a former professional Canadian Athlete (a 1500m runner) and is now an award-winning writer specializing in the intersection of science and athletic performance. Holding a Physics PhD, he brings an exacting scientific mind to endurance performance and much more to his work for Outside magazine, Runner&#39;s World, The New York Times, and his own books, &#39;Endure&#39; and &#39;The Explorers Gene.&#39;</p><p><br></p><p>For serious endurance athletes and practitioners, Alex&#39;s work can be trusted for rigorous research, analysis, and extrapolation. His first interview with a Sport Psychologist, we explore his own athletic experience and interaction, and work with Sport Psychologists over the years. We chat about everything from British Cross Country to belief effect, elite performance, and his writing. We hope you enjoy the conversation and can apply it to your own endurance activity.</p>