Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast

The little decisions we make each day set the tone for our lives. Happy and Healthy are the goals and depend on which way those decisions fall. Training can always be put off, but if you think of it, do it now. Don't be a robot in search of perfection because it's not going to come. Embrace imperfection AS perfection. Take responsibility for yourself, as we are what we consistently do. And by all...

Ever feel the pressure of too much going on? That anxious feeling is getting out of the moment. Today, we look at how that affects training and how we THINK about training. It's easy to get caught up on race day when it's 5 months away, but today is all that matters. Do something. Let it go. And get in touch with your body and the moment. *** Time is running out to sign up for  THE C26 CLUB PROGRA...

Today is a little pat on the back or kick in the ass, depending on how you look at it. It's basically about not living in problems that don't exist. It's easy to get trapped in the "what ifs" or negativity of the world, but today is about looking in the mirror and moving forward with what's best for you. It's too early in the year to throw in the towel, buckle up and get it done.  Topics: Buckle U...

Happy New Year! Today, we look at creating a path for success. We talk about why we thrive on routine, why energy is everything, and creating momentum. We get into breaking habits, keeping change simple, and finding complimentary pieces that move you in the direction that's right for your life. Thank you for listening and have a happy and safe new year! Topics: Club Membership is still Open Break...

The truth is, success in triathlon is up to you. Today we talk about transitioning from a long holiday season into 2022 with a no excuses attitude. We look at prisoner of the moment syndrome, creating healthy pressure, and knowing when to push harder. Commit to saying yes and getting out the door, feel like a winner, but don't go zero to sixty. Topics: So many excuses Do SOMETHING Great habits get...

A great race season starts with a smart and reasonable plan. Today, we go through 5 ways to start thinking about January and how it will help you stay with your plan and peak at the right time for your big races in 2022. We get into planning and the psychology of accepting your build without judgement. How aiming low helps you reach higher levels.  ---------- *** Time is running out to sign up for...

You want to hit the next level, but what should you put more work into, swim, bike, or run? Today we look at ways to figure out where you should invest your time to reach the most potential. It's not always obvious and we tell you why. We look at time invested vs. improvement. How fatigue plays in. And why your race strategy could be tapping your run reservoir. Training 3 sports as one is complex,...

How do you get off the Hamster Wheel of training? Best workouts for traveling. How often should you get a bike fit? The most overlooked thing in triathlon. Training with a newborn. Building early, going hard late. Training when sick, Norwegian athletes, beating burnout, and much more!  Topics:   The Hamster Wheel of Training Take a New Class Workouts when traveling? How often should you get a bike...

You drive the podcast today with questions from our Facebook Group. How do you balance aging with a PR mindset? Winter running. Total Immersion Swimming. Competitive Swimming or Running and how it translates to Triathlon. How to find joy in the treadmill. TT vs. Road bike and much more!  ---------- *** Time is running out to sign up for  THE C26 CLUB PROGRAM FOR 2022!  Check it out! Looking for a...

Getting faster, stronger, and more comfortable in the water are some of the biggest challenges for triathletes. Today, we go through a ton of ways for you to work on things now that will make you better when it counts. We talk about a method for linking together all the stroke mechanics, how to drive from the hips, and one simple change you can make with your entry that helps pull your stroke toge...

We all know the mind plays a big part in training and racing, so it's really up to us to get the negative voices out of our heads. Today, we look at great accomplishments as we get older and how age is being re-defined. We talk about how people and news can pollute our belief system, and ways to get past our limiters. We look at why so many people put off the next phase in pursuit of perfection, b...

We hear it all the time, "Coach, I'm not getting faster." Tracking your improvement isn't always easy because process can drag on, but you shouldn't have to use a complex formula. So, today, we get into the simple ways to know you're getting better/faster and why consistency is your biggest asset in the long-term. We talk about how guilt drives us and how those rebounds create deeper problems. Why...

December is the time to set up the next year. The Year of You. What kind of micro decisions can we make to stay on the right track? How do we handle days off, eating too much, and the guilt that comes with it all. Is this a time for maintenance or getting faster? We look at creating boundaries in life and training, along with feeling empowered to be yourself during a holiday season filled with tem...

Train so you can train like you need to train. Today, we look at the "toughest" training month of the year, December. We want all our athletes to do whatever it takes to stay in the game, but use December as a month to re-charge. There should be a lot in here that helps you keep the end of your training year on track and motivated to kick off 2022 on the right foot.  Topics: Naps Sleeping in Walks...

For some, training is a grind, but others seem to enjoy every minute of it. What's the differentiator? Today, we look at what Coach Robbie has learned in his 8 years of sobriety, and the parallels with training, attitude, and his journey with Mike through 8 Ironman. We go deep into how the little things should make the process more enjoyable and how to ground yourself in the moment for more happin...

What do you want to get out of life? In many ways, this is a podcast to inspire you to go after what you really want, and let triathlon HELP that process. This is the end of a tough two years and the struggle has been real for many. We've "learned" to take the safe way out and not explore life. Today, we talk about getting out there, trying things you're afraid of, and how to reinvigorate your spi...

Are you a mindful athlete or rushing to get through the training? This tends to be the Yo-Yo season and today we talk about the most important things to work on now so that next season you're not training on fumes. We get into how to look at your whole season from a macro perspective, then turn that into micro for each day. This world is tough enough and there's no need to "suffer" through somethi...

We start by looking at nutrition and weight loss in triathlon. How to think about it and do it correctly. Then we have a lot of running talk. We get into strength, form, posture, and why track workouts aren't usually the best thing for long course triathletes. We get into Owning Your Zones in running, how to best go from Ironman to a marathon, and what off-season weight training should look like....

Ironman Florida reminded us of the importance of solid swim training, so much of today's cast is about swimming, but we also get into Ironman mindset and why you need to be prepared to grind. We talk about rolling starts and why we believe they are more dangerous than mass starts. We get into HOW to practice for a rough Ironman swim. Don't get lulled to sleep in peaceful lanes are your local pool....

You drive the podcast today with some great questions. Off-season nutrition, on course nutrition, when should you back off and train your body to use fat? Also, does training to qualify for Worlds or Kona look different? How to train for heat when it's not hot. Standing on the bike, yes, no, maybe? Using the right power numbers. Trainer vs. Indoor riding. And how to "think" about experience in thi...

This is actually a positive vibe, but we know Halloween can kick off the "excuse period" for a lot of athletes. Candy around the house, Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas parties, and a "we'll start later" attitude. Life is hard enough without what we've been doing through the last year and this holidays only make it harder. Today we talk about energy, vibration, guilt, shame and how to beat the vi...

Many of us have long-term relationships with a particular race, but how many have long-term relationships with our health? Today, we look at clarifying our "why" along with recognizing what makes us feel good. We look at "why" we train, why we race, and why we tend to heap so much stress on ourselves. We look at balance, getting unstuck, and the Mastery of "just feeling good." Topics: Dry Skin and...

2020 forced and taught a lot of people to lean into the side of taking the easy road. Today we get into why it's more important than ever to do hard things and push your comfort zone. It's really easy to get obsessed with time goals, but creating challenges and experiences in life is more powerful. We get into why it's important to be fun, flexible, find the kid inside and try new things or someth...

We start with weekend race talk and how to race in bad weather. What to wear and how to prepare for a tough race. Then we get into the good stuff. Sustainable off-season work. We talk about building that elusive strength you need to go long. We get into why there is so much power in the seemingly boring/simple workouts. The recipe for success in Ironman is the power of repeatable training.   Topic...

Ever deal with unexplainable lows after a big race? Today we look at why that probably happens, why what most of us do about it as wrong, and a better way to approach off-season training. Want to get faster and stronger for next year? How to take a loss and learn. Stop swinging for the fences and let things come to you. How to train during the holidays. And understanding when your body says yes. P...