The Lonely Triathlete

Too much fiber, noisy weekends, high cholesterol and more on this week's episode! Come chat with us at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete

Too much fiber, noisy weekends, high cholesterol and more on this week's episode!

Triathlon works best, long-term, as a lifestyle. Easier said than done? Join up at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlon TRANSCRIPT The Lonely Triathlete — Triathlon as a Lifestyle I've been thinking a lot this week about the idea of triathlon as a lifestyle. And specifically, I'm thinking about the training side of triathlon. Because when somebody is new to the sport, I think one of the things that...

Triathlon works best, long-term, as a lifestyle. Easier said than done? TRANSCRIPT The Lonely Triathlete — Triathlon as a Lifestyle I've been thinking a lot this week about the idea of triathlon as a lifestyle. And specifically, I'm thinking about the training side of triathlon. Because when somebody is new to the sport, I think one of the things that can be really interesting—and really beneficia...

I'm always trying to get more organized. But even if I were to succeed, would it help me in triathlon? Come be more organized with me at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT There’s something I've been thinking about lately, and it has to do with organization. And I know, organization isn't exactly the most exciting topic in the world. But I've been thinking about it in a slightly differ...

I'm always trying to get more organized. But even if I were to succeed, would it help me in triathlon? TRANSCRIPT There’s something I've been thinking about lately, and it has to do with organization. And I know, organization isn't exactly the most exciting topic in the world. But I've been thinking about it in a slightly different way. Because I've realized that I tend to think of organization as...

I don't want to leave any stone unturned for my turn at the World Championships. I need a professional that can help me spot weaknesses before they cause a problem. So, who does that type of work? Finding them has proven a bit of a challenge. Come join the fun at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT THE LONELY TRIATHLETE Episode: Finding the Right Athletic Therapist There's a funny thing...

I don't want to leave any stone unturned for my turn at the World Championships. I need a professional that can help me spot weaknesses before they cause a problem. So, who does that type of work? Finding them has proven a bit of a challenge. TRANSCRIPT THE LONELY TRIATHLETE Episode: Finding the Right Athletic Therapist There's a funny thing I've discovered about being a triathlete as I get older....

I learned some things about myself in my week of easier training last week (the so-called rest week). Maybe you can relate? Join us at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete.com TRANSCRIPT Last week I completed my 1st "rest week" of my year long program. Not rest week, easy week. Not even easy week, easier week. Still keep the same frequency but drop a bit of volume and drop lots of intensity. Happen...

I learned some things about myself in my week of easier training last week (the so-called rest week). Maybe you can relate? TRANSCRIPT Last week I completed my 1st "rest week" of my year long program. Not rest week, easy week. Not even easy week, easier week. Still keep the same frequency but drop a bit of volume and drop lots of intensity. Happened to coincide with a vacation week which made it a...

I used to race according to a bunch of different metrics including the old stand-byes of heart rate and power. Then I got rid of my watch and raced with a new super power! Come join the fun at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT Apologies to everyone for a screw up I made last week. You see, I thought I had uploaded the audio to my podcast but I didn't. So what you would have seen was m...

I used to race according to hard metrics - hear rate, power, you name it. Then I got rid of my watch and gained a super power. TRANSCRIPT Apologies to everyone for a screw up I made last week. You see, I thought I had uploaded the audio to my podcast but I didn't. So what you would have seen was my written transcript only. I corrected that mistake yesterday so if you haven't heard last week's podc...

As I embark on an ambitious (overly ambitious?) new triathlon plan I am discovering that it is going to be its very own challenge. How do I fit in more workouts than ever yet maintain my sanity and health? Check out more at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT So, this week concludes the first week of my training season in my journey to Germany. Where I am taking things to another level....

As I embark on an ambitious (overly ambitious?) new triathlon plan I am discovering that it is going to be its very own challenge. How do I fit in more workouts than ever yet maintain my sanity and health? TRANSCRIPT So, this week concludes the first week of my training season in my journey to Germany. Where I am taking things to another level. Specifically, I'm going to be taking things to anothe...

A year of training lies ahead of me. What should I focus on? What is my plan? How am I going to get through this massive year of effort? Join the club on Patreon www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT As I get ready to start a brand-new one-year training block, I’ve been thinking a lot less about the actual workouts and a lot more about how I want to approach the year. Because one year is...

The time seems right. It's now or never. This might be the end. We never know what tomorrow will bring, or next month or next year. Since that is the case, maybe I should start documenting my exploits sooner rather than later. Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT It's funny...this week I sat down to think about what I was going to talk about, and I realized I don't ac...

The time seems right. It's now or never. This might be the end. We never know what tomorrow will bring, or next month or next year. Since that is the case, maybe I should start documenting my exploits sooner rather than later. TRANSCRIPT It's funny...this week I sat down to think about what I was going to talk about, and I realized I don't actually have a lot of exciting training news. Which, I su...

One week out of structured training and I already feel like a lazy slouch. But maybe that's natural? Please join us over at wwwpatreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT Hey everybody, and welcome back to The Lonely Triathlete. I've been in a bit of an unusual place over the last couple of weeks. My racing season is over. I had my final race on July 12th, and now I'm in what coaches would call a m...

One week off structured training and already I feel like a lazy slob. Maybe that's natural? TRANSCRIPT Hey everybody, and welcome back to The Lonely Triathlete. I've been in a bit of an unusual place over the last couple of weeks. My racing season is over. I had my final race on July 12th, and now I'm in what coaches would call a maintenance phase. Instead of training six days a week, I'm only rid...

What do we do when the racing season ends? Put our feet up and chill out? And lose all that hard earned fitness? Not this time. Come join the fun at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT What do you do when your race season is over? I've been asking myself that question all week. For almost an entire year, my life revolved around one goal: qualify for the World Championships. Six days a w...

What do we do when the racing season ends? Put our feet up and chill out? And lose all that hard earned fitness? Not this time. TRANSCRIPT What do you do when your race season is over? I've been asking myself that question all week. For almost an entire year, my life revolved around one goal: qualify for the World Championships. Six days a week I trained. Every workout had a purpose. Every interva...

2nd race in 2 weeks! Was I able to bounce back and race hard or did I crash and burn? listen to find out. Join the fun at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete

2nd race in 2 weeks! Was I able to bounce back and race hard or did I crash and burn? listen to find out. Join the fun at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete

We all get injured and we all deal with it differently. It recently occurred to me that I seem to go through stages of grief when I am injured. And I don't make the best decisions for my long term health until I reach the last stage. Join the fun at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT Triathlon Injuries and The 5 Stages of Grief Today I want to use the 5 Stages of Grief as a framework t...

We all get injured and we all deal with it differently. It recently occurred to me that I seem to go through stages of grief when I am injured. And I don't make the best decisions for my long term health until I reach the last stage. Join the fun at www.patreon.com/thelonelytriathlete TRANSCRIPT Triathlon Injuries and The 5 Stages of Grief Today I want to use the 5 Stages of Grief as a framework t...