Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast

Today, the Crushing Iron Podcast tackles training/race etiquette and some of the funny things that happen in triathlon. What do you do when someone won't offer to share a lane at the pool? How do you handle "on your left?" Would you stop if someone fell down in front of you during a race? Plus, is there anything worse than a GI issue after 6 months of training? The guys give some solutions. And ho...

The Crushing Iron Podcast interviews professional triathlete, Andrew Starykowicz.  Topics: When He Started Believing He Could Go Pro Pretenders—>Fringe Athletes—>Contenders  His Cycling Philosophy and Why He's So Fast How He Discovered the Crushing Iron Podcast His Analysis of the Ironman Wisconsin Bike Course (Including Barlow) Does he prefer hats or visors His insight on aero helmets How he uses...

Sometimes it's easy to forget that we have the power of shaping our days and lives. We get trapped in a pattern of writing the same story over and over. Today we talk about the importance of change, challenge, and growth and how it all plays a part in writing your own story.      Running outside vs. a treadmill Mike's legitimate Badger tie-in to triathlon Why we need to get outside Why your body l...

The Crushing Iron podcast is driven by the listeners and today they have spoken in a big way. Dozens of questions were asked and many are answered.  Will Mike and Robbie go vegan again? Will the Crushing Iron podcast keep being twice a week? Fasted workouts. When, duration, time of year, benefits, frequency? KETO/Butter coffee? What is ideal race weight, what does it mean, and when should you hit...

What are you doing when no one is watching? These are the moments that fill our lives and make them richest in the long run. It's easy to fall into the hack-trap but is there really a magic bullet for triathlon, or life? Today we dive into what's really going on when we search for simple and quick answers. Motivation without Energy? Fakin' it Till You Make It Deconstruction vs Reconstruction The D...

We all want to kick ass every day, but sometimes nature has a way of reminding us to back down a little. The question is, how much? Today we talk about the challenge of the holiday season and how you can stay in a groove with so many distractions and anxieties. And if you're looking for a great "alternative vacation" next year, we talk about our C26 Camps in detail toward the end of the podcast. I...

Most of us have a dominant body side, and over time that can impact the efficiency of a triathlete. Not only does it create pain and injury, it takes more energy and will slow you down over the course of a race. Today we talk about ways to use the off season to renovate the body.  Swimming Simplicity How you create imbalance Working on your weaknesses now Why it's so important to work harder on yo...

What's the first thing most of us do when we get a PR, either in a race or workout? We usually try force it to happen again the very next time, just to prove that we can do it. But this can be the beginning of a bad road. Today we talk about the importance of building your chassis and engine together. It's all about balance, timing, and knowing how to recognize what you really need.  - Tennessee F...

Happy Thanksgiving from the Crushing Iron Podcast. Despite the title, this podcast is more about grace and gratitude. Today we take a look at how to be thankful for the ABILITY to do triathlon. It's easy to get into a funk, but that doesn't mean your year is ruined and you're not going to have a great season. The key is not BECOMING your rut. When's the last time you were proud of the process of h...

Squadcasts are ongoing series of interviews with the C26 Athletes. Traditional Crushing Iron Podcasts will continue to release on Monday and Thursday every week. Imagine being on stage with a panel of judges picking apart every flaw of your body. Erika Jurkowski was there and hated not only that, but the lifestyle. She was bringing her own meals to dinner parties and eating out of Tupperware while...

How often do you really push yourself outside of the comfort zone? For a lot of us that happens as we train for our first big race, but after that can come complacency . . . or mediocrity. Today we discuss the complications involved with settling and or staying with a crowd and/or mindset that is holding you back. Staying in your own lane Why shrinking your circle is powerful What are you doing wh...

Is inspiration good if it doesn't create action? Today, Coach Robbie dives into Mike's brain to find out why he's so inspired, yet can't get training going. When does learning, planning, and researching turn into avoidance?  - Does inspiration always need action? - Re-connecting with what you want to do and achieve - The guy in a top hat and handle bar mustache  - Are you tired of settling? - How...

Something was missing in Somer Scandridge's life. She loved being a mom and taking care of her two kids every day, but she began to resent the fact that she didn't have something for herself. Her husband was gone every day finding fulfillment in a job that he loved while she felt she was lacking adult interaction. What started as a couple's spin bike venture quickly turned into a new and deep pass...

One of the hardest parts of training is getting out of our own way. It's very easy to go "too hard" or "not go" when it comes to workouts, so having a clear grasp on WHAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU is the biggest part. Sometimes it's all about training your "state" of mind and body. Are you talking yourself into something that will hurt you in the long run? Track workouts, Off Days, Training Ruts, and baggin...

Most triathletes figure out that most of their friends don't want to talk about their personal success journeys. Over time that can be a bummer and is the reason so many of us seek a community that supports, listens and inspires. That's at the core of why we started Crushing Iron and today we explore why all that stuff matters and can not only be the key to success in triathlon but life.  - Connec...

When you look back on your life or triathlon "career" will you be satisfied? Are you owning the little moments that make the difference? Ironman can be like a shiny new object, but what do we do when it's over and decide to keep doing triathlon? Today we look at finding joy in the little things and leaving no regrets on the table by "accumulating success."  - Ugly Sweater Season Discussion  - Brie...

We shouldn't decide to go pro or quit based on one workout . . . or race. The key to racing well is enjoying training, and that takes patience. The short-term power in being able to let go of the outcome. The ability to "be in the moment" is much different than being a prisoner of that moment and today we lay out several different ways to stay energized about the long-term potential of your triath...

No one wants to be uncomfortable but facing tough situations is where we find growth. Today we look at how to embrace fears we may have of the swim, bike, or run and adjust or push past them. Sometimes it's as simple as not entertaining the thought but other times it's about defining your real need. We also talk about complacency as a fear when you might actually be satisfied with something you ca...

Courtney Dauwalter just won the Moab 240 by a margin of 10 hours. She ran 238 miles in roughly 58 hours. She took two naps, one of 20 minutes one of one minute. She went 98% blind during the last 10 miles of her most recent 100 mile run. So, what's stopping you? Today we look at the our capabilities as triathletes and humans.  - Courtney says her diet is nachos and candy - The Moab race director i...

It's all connected, but this is far more than mind, body, spirit talk. It's about how you can believe in goals only to see them shattered because of the Domino Effect in triathlon. It's very real and will sneak up with you in many ways. How to hold your race together from pre-race through the run. All of the below topics are covered. www.patreon/crushingiron  if you'd like to support our podcast....

Ironman Louisville 2017 was characterized by wind, rain, and falling temps, but we all know Ironman races are tough in general. Today, we take a deeper look at the race and how some of our athletes took it by storm, even negative splitting the marathon. It was a great day with lots of interesting learning points and we cover tons of them.  ------ If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can supp...

Mike and Robbie give a quick recap of the day that was Ironman Louisville... Highs, Lows, and in-betweens. The day was defined by wind and crazy temperature variance and made for a great challenge and a lot of success stories. We'll dig deeper into performances and things we learned from racing and other C26 Athletes who toed the line in Louisville in our Next podcast. Thanks to the dozens of C26...

When you're 4 days from your Ironman, the best thing to do is keep your mind quiet. Easier said than done. Today we preview our race at Ironman Louisville and go down the list with Ironman World Championship predictions.  Are Ryf and Frodeno unstoppable?? Will Sanders make it happen? What about Ben Hoffman and Sarah Crowley?? Crushing Iron will answer those questions.  ----------- If you like the...

Mike and Robbie are about to descend on Ironman Louisville and today they talk about their last week of taper and break down the Ironman Louisville swim, bike, and run course. Dealing with the sun on the swim, the rough road on the bike, and the most important markers on the run. They've also been posting public training recap videos for about 90 days on the Crushing Iron YouTube page. Also, check...

We both searched for a "special" topic for our 100th podcast, but in the end it came back to you. We wanted to talk about what all of this means and why we got started in the first place. Sure, there is some triathlon discussion, but we've always felt the mission is connection. It's about what inspired all of you to get into this sport. It's about the pain and struggle we all face. It's the need t...