Athletes in Motion

Send us Fan Mail Jordon is part of our Triathlete’s Journey Series where is will be tackling his longest distance yet, a 70.3 Ironman in August.   In this episode, we catch up with Jordon and see how his training is going, what adaptations he's having to make to home and work schedules and how he's feeling - mentally and physically. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episod...

Send us Fan Mail Sarah's first race is almost here!  How is her training going?....... How is she feeling?.....Inquiring minds want to know! Follow along on our Triathletes Journey as Sarah is about to become a first time triathlete! Subscribe so you don't miss a single episode! On the Web: www.athletesinmotionpodcast.com On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AthletesinMotionPodcast Episo...

Send us Fan Mail Pickelball is one of the fastest growing sports right now.  What started as an “old person’s game” Pickleball has grabbed the attention of global icons like LeBron James and John McEnroe.  We had a chance to talk the Alisha Russell , resident Pro at LifeTime Fitness, to talk about the explosion of the sport, the rules and etiquette of game, and why you never cross into the kitchen...

Send us Fan Mail Elizabeth was 99 miles into the bike portion of Ironman California race in 2022 when she got the tap on the shoulder.  She missed the cutoff, and the race director was pulling her from the course.  This was her first Ironman event. Undeterred, Elizbeth is competing again in Ironman California this year but this time it’s different.  She has elicited the help of a professional tria...

Send us Fan Mail It’s our first check-in with Sarah to see how the training has been coming along!  As with most, there has been a few hiccups along the way with allergies and schedules but a triathlon transition training session has reinforced her excitement! Onward! Shout out to Abby Daunis at Peak Temp Physical Therapy! https://www.peaktempopt.com/ Make sure to subscribe so you can follow the j...

Send us Fan Mail 100 pounds overweight and approaching a birthday milestone, Jordon thought back on his family and knew he had to do something different.  During the pandemic Jordon decided to get a Peloton.  From there, he challenged himself to complete a triathlon.  Jordon is part of our Triathlete’s Journey Series where is will be tackling his longest distance yet, a 70.3 Ironman in August.   I...

Send us Fan Mail Sarah Crane is one of our A Triathlete’s Journey athletes from Tennessee.   Sarah has been wanting to finish a triathlon a few times but things like a fever from a mosquito bite in Uganda then COVID had not made it possible. Healthy and ready, Sarah will be competing in two triathlons this year.   Let’s get to know Sarah!   On the Web: www.athletesinmotionpodcast.com On YouTube: h...

Send us Fan Mail THE RACE IS ON! We are excited to announce our Triathlete’s Journey Series!  We will be following three amateur athletes, Sarah, Jordon, and Elizabeth on their quest to compete in a triathlon event. They will be sharing their highs, lows, challenges, and victories.   The series starts in March and runs through October.  Check out this episode to learn more!  and subscribe to our c...

Send us Fan Mail Not Messing Around....... There is no denying that Dustin Ortiz is a force.   Growing up in rural Tennessee where he turned wrestling into fighting in the UFC then recorded the fastest knockout in history in his weight class. It only took 15 seconds.   What do you do as an encore? Count your whole life in 8 seconds on top of a bull by joining The Nashville Stampede PBR Series.  Du...

Send us Fan Mail TOO MUCH!  Are we experiencing data overload?   From workout to sleep to sweat volume to HRV, an athlete can measure just about everything.  Tom and Kenny talk about how data can be a great tool but also can lead to detrimental effects.  Do you think we are in data overload? On the Web: www.athletesinmotionpodcast.com On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AthletesinMotionPodcast Ep...

Send us Fan Mail 100 pounds overweight.  Jim Macaluso needed to do something so he started running. The weight began to fall and he recognized he had success by making goals for himself. One day he decided to join a group of runners on a quest to see how many days they can run consecutively. Fast forward three years later and Jim has run over 1200 days in a row without fail.  Tom and I sat down wi...

Send us Fan Mail Triathlon faced a tough past couple of years with a pandemic and lower than expected turnout.  We spoke with newly appointed CEO Victoria Brumfield about those challenges, how she came to the sport, and what is needed to ensure that triathlon continues to grow.  Needless to say that USAT is fantastic hands with her drive, enthusiasm, and focus.  An absolute pleasure to have her on...

Send us Fan Mail We are back for another great year and adding some more material to our channel. In addition to our great guest conversations, Kenny and Tom are adding what we call our "Sprint Shows" - shorter single subject conversations with just the two of us. This episode is the first of these where we tackle the hot topic of Kona and the Ironman World Championship. We also have a n...

Send us Fan Mail 2022 Year in Review! Tom and Kenny discuss podcast highlights, running a crazy 100-mile trail race and finally completing Ironman California. What a year it was! https://www.tritomrendurance.com/ https://therecoverylounge.co/ On the Web: www.athletesinmotionpodcast.com On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AthletesinMotionPodcast Episodes Sponsored by: TriTomR Endurance LLC www.tri...

Send us Fan Mail Just as Emily Cole was preparing for her state high school cross country meet, she fell into a coma instead.  Emily suffered a condition as a result of too little salt which shut down her body.   Now a Duke All American athlete, Emily joins us to talk about her new book that covers her journey back to wellness and how traditional tropes about nutrition could actually be harmful.  ...

Send us Fan Mail Sleep has traditionally been something that we all wish we had more of but does it affect athletic performance?  The simple answer is yes! Dr. Chris Winter has been studying how sleep affects athletic performance, so much so that he wrote a book about it! Dr. Winter sits down with us to talk about the studies he’s done correlating sleep with performance across a variety of sports,...

Send us Fan Mail From basketball player to referee, JP Primm has lead an interesting life.   We take a deep dive into what it takes to be a referee, his unique approach because he played the game, and what’s it is like to have everyone, from players to coaches to fans, staring down at you.  What does he do to unwind?   JP also happens to be the reigning Tennessee State Criterium Pro Road Cycling C...

Send us Fan Mail As the Assistant Athletic Trainer for a Major League Baseball team, the Florida Marlins, Ben Potenziano has seen a lot in his career. Between hot shot new rookies to older players looking to extend their career, Ben gets them game ready.  Sometimes it’s taping an ankle while other times it’s an empathetic ear.  In this podcast Ben shares with us the highs and lows of what it takes...

Send us Fan Mail Being comfortable with being uncomfortable.  It’s a term we use about our physical selves.  But what about our mental selves? Sports Psychologist, Dr Tim White helps us better understand how mental state plays a crucial role in performance.  From imposter syndrome, to questions about being good enough, to the “yips”, our mind can dictate how our body reacts.  A fascinating discuss...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the sport you love comes with an ugly side?  In this episode, we speak with Julie Olson who was a coxswain for her collegiate rowing team.  We talk about beauty of rowing, the teamwork it takes, and the dangerous drive to make sure to stay thin so you don’t carry “dead weight”.  After leaving the sport dejected, Julie started a journey to regain her body positivi...

Send us Fan Mail What’s next?   That has been Abby Groeneweg’s mantra since we first met her.  Abby shared her journey with us during Episode 15 and, when we asked about her next challenge, she said she wanted to try to complete a sprint triathlon.   Spoiler Alert…she did it!   In this episode, we catch up with Abby right after her first triathlon, talk about the work it took to get to the line, t...

Send us Fan Mail If you think competing in a triathlon event is difficult, try putting one on!  Faye Yates and Joe Fleenor of Team Magic come back on the podcast to talk about life after lockdown, getting people back to racing, and the unique marketing challenges that triathlon has to overcome.   A unique perspective on a sport that itself is unique.  https://www.team-magic.com/ https://www.tritom...

Send us Fan Mail Attention Parents! Student athletes are feeling pressure to perform more than ever before.  As such, parents are turning to performance coaches like Stacey Daniels . Stacey, owner of SD Performance1 , works specifically with students to help them be prepared for the demands that their bodies, and minds, will face.  Stacey shares his holistic approach to coaching students, working...

Send us Fan Mail One of the fastest growing segments in cycling is gravel riding.  Combing the best of road cycling and mountain biking, gravel riding allows for longer rides on gravel roads without all the traffic.  Jay Williams, owner of RB’s Cyclery, talks about his days as a product manger for a major bike manufacturer, the allure of gravel riding, and how to get started in this popular sport....

Send us Fan Mail Ian is a man who enjoys his work.  He is one of the fortunate ones that combines his love of triathlons with the ability to train those that want to enjoy the sport for themselves. As one the early pioneers in triathlon coaching, Ian shares his great depth of knowledge about bike fitting, swimming, and what to look for in a good coach.  Most importantly, Ian shares his passion and...