Endurance Matters Hosted by BigMetz

In Episode 33 of Endurance Matters,  ⁨@bigjmetz11⁩ sits down with endurance world record holder and coach Gordon "Gordo" Byrn, a pioneer in ultra-endurance performance and one of the most thoughtful minds in the sport. Gordo shares the lessons behind his remarkable career, from pushing the limits of human endurance to redefining how athletes approach training, recovery, and long-term performance....

In this episode of Endurance Matters , host Justin Metzler sits down with triathlon legend Melanie McQuaid —XTERRA World Champion, ITU Cross Triathlon World Champion, Olympian-level cyclist, and longtime Ironman competitor—for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and longevity in sport. Melanie shares her journey from growing up in rural British Columbia to racing mountain bike W...

In this episode of Endurance Matters,  @bigjmetz11 (Justin Metzler) sits down with  @ECFITStrength (Erin Carson) is a leading voice in strength endurance training, to explore how endurance athletes can get stronger, more resilient, and perform better without sacrificing endurance 🏃‍♀️🚴‍♂️ Erin breaks down what strength endurance really means for runners, cyclists, triathletes, and hybrid athlete...

In this episode of Endurance Matters , world-record ocean swimmer Andy Donaldson opens up with BigMetz about the raw, unfiltered side of ultra-endurance: the night swims, the panic, the doubt, the logistics behind swimming 200 km across seven oceans in one year and the quiet moments where he nearly quit 🧠💥. He shares how open-water swimming saved his mental health, how a 19 km Rottnest crossing...

A breakthrough month of training. A crash that changed everything. An infection that spiraled into emergency surgery. In this episode of Endurance Matters , we sit down with Pro Triathlete and Host Justin "BigMetz" Metzler to unpack the wild swing from “best shape in years” to multiple hospital visits 🏥. From podium-ready to hospital-bound in a flash 😳🏥. In this episode, Justin shares the full...

We're back! In this motivating episode of the Endurance Matters Podcast, host BigMetz sits down with Jelle Geens - Defending Ironman 70.3 World Champion, Olympic triathlete, World Triathlon Championship Series medalist, and one of the most technically precise middle-distance racers in the sport today. Known for his calm confidence and meticulous attention to detail, Jelle shares how he’s honed his...

In this inspiring episode of the Endurance Matters Podcast , BigMetz welcomes Eric Hinman —entrepreneur, 5x Ironman, and influential voice in the fitness and wellness space. Known for blending high-performance endurance training with a vibrant personal brand, Eric shares how he’s built a lifestyle centered around movement, recovery, and community. Eric opens up about his evolution from startup fou...

In this episode, BigMetz sits down with Matt Botrill—legendary time trialist, national champion, and renowned cycling and triathlon performance coach—to unpack the secrets of going faster. Matt shares his journey from elite racer to high-performance coach, explaining the mindset, training principles, and aerodynamic optimization that separate good athletes from great ones. We cover: Matt’s transit...

BigMetz is joined live post-race from Ironman Boulder 70.3 by all three Podium finishers, including: Kevin McDowell, Colin Szuch, and Sam Appleton. Hear how their each of their races unfolded and the the adversity they had to overcome just to get to the start line - or at the start line! You'll love our live Podcast with these gracious guests. #ironman #triathlon #enduranceathlete #endurancemindse...

BigMetz is joined by Flora Duffy, 2021 Tokyo Olympic Gold Medalist in Women's Triathlon. Bringing home her native country, Bermuda, its first Olympic Gold Medal is a significant achievement. BigMetz and Flora discuss her journey to the pinnacle of sport, her struggles with injury, her endurance mindset and her amazingly positive spirit and attitude. Flora changed the way female athletes race triat...

BigMetz is joined by Brad Miles, Founder and CEO of  @levermovement . From humble beginnings, through hard work and persistence, Brad shares his ethos of building a foundational company in endurance sports. BigMetz has personally used Lever to help him successfully recover from achilles surgery. He and Brad discuss training protocols, going from concept to production, building a scalable company,...

BigMetz is joined by Hannah Shell, professional Gravel and MTB racer. Juggling a full time job while successfully being an elite pro racer, Hannah shares a unique perspective into the emerging world of professional racing. BigMetz and Hannah discuss balancing training protocols, managing a social media presence, all while being a working class pro athlete. She inspires the discussion around prepar...

BigMetz sits down with Charlie Lawrence, 50 mile World Record holder and distance runner extraordinaire. Charlie has a unique perspective into the world of professional endurance sports. You won't want to miss Charlie's journey from his amazing running background in Minnesota, to competing successfully at the collegiate level and now world professional scene. His candor and wit liven the discussio...

BigMetz sits down with Siri Lindley, World Champion, Coach extraordinaire, motivational speaker and cancer survivor. An eternal optimist and source of of inspiration to many across the globe, Siri's impact on triathlon and life are legendary. From overcoming adversity in sport to battling cancer, Siri's "Don't Give Up" attitude persists across all aspects of her life. An amazing documentary encaps...

BigMetz sits down with 6x Ironman World Champion Mark Allen. Widely considered the GOAT of men's triathlon, Mark's impact on and off the race course continue to be an enduring legacy in triathlon. His preparation and mindset are legendary and you won't want to miss Mark's perspective on training methods, spirituality in sport, and coaching high-performance age-groupers and pros. #ironman #triathlo...

BigMetz sits down with 4x Ironman World Champion Mirinda "Rinny" Carfrae. Rinny's performances and impact on and off the race course are a lasting legacy in the endurance sports world. As she transitions from being an elite pro athlete to business leader and fitness enthusiast (and always a "mum"), she to continues to explore ways to maximize her performance in life and sport learned throughout he...

BigMetz sits down with Eli Hemming, ultra trail distance runner extraordinaire and former professional triathlete. Eli has a unique perspective into the world of professional endurance sports. You won't want to miss Eli's insights into how he successfully transitioned to professional ultra trail running, the evolution of the ultra running scene, his intense training, and living and working on a ra...

​ @bigjmetz11 sits down with tenured Pro Triathlete Sam Appleton. Over the last 10 years, Sam has established himself as one of the most competitive and successful long distance triathletes in the world, with nearly 20 Half Ironman and Ironman wins and five top 10 finishes at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships.  Originally from Sydney, Australia, Sam currently resides in Boulder, Colorado with h...

This episode is the coronation of Season 1, which featured amazing endurance athletes, entrepreneurs, and legends. From Olympic medalists to Ironman World Champions, Ultrarunning legends, Elite runners and Gravel specialists, Season 1 had it all! In this episode we share some of the best moments, from performance mindset to training and everything in between. You'll want to load up on PF&H for...

BigMetz sits down with Andy Blow - Founder and CEO of Precision Fuel and Hydration.  A triathlete turned business executive, Andy's journey to founding and leading one of the top hydration companies is extraordinary. Listen as Andy shares the story on the evolution of Precision's suite of products that are now used by top peloton riders, Ironman athletes, and endurance racers across the globe. And...

BigMetz sits down with Morgan Pearson - Two Time Olympic Silver Medalist and Professional Triathlete.  A super runner turned triathlete living in Boulder, Morgan has been a staple on the short course and Olympic triathlon scene and is now testing the long course waters having just won his first Ironman 70.3 race in Indian Wells. Morgan balances training as both a professional triathlete and runner...

BigMetz sits down with Matt Sharpe - Olympian, great friend, training partner and Co-Founder of The Tempo Newsletter.  A proud Canadian living in Boulder, Matt is highly regarded in the triathlon community. Matt's better half, Kristen Kasper, is also an Olympian. Matt has been an elite triathlete, from the Junior to Professional level, competing for over 20 years, so he has a unique perspective on...

BigMetz sits down with Drew Hunter, middle distance runner extraordinaire, former high school phenom, and Founder of Tinman Elite, an Adidas sponsored running club. Drew has a unique and amazing perspective into the world of professional running. You won't want to miss Drew's insights on the the impact of NIL on collegiate runners, building a high performance team and content community from scratc...

 @bigjmetz11 sits down with 2024 Ironman World Champion Women's Third Place Finisher Chelsea Sodaro. An athlete, women's equality in sports advocate, and champion for mental health, Chelsea's performance and impact on and off the race course is felt throughout the endurance sports world. Ironman World Champion and 3rd Place Finisher in Nice in 2024, Chelsea continues to explore ways to maximize he...

BigMetz sits down with 2024 Ironman World Champion Men's Third Place Finisher Rudy Von Berg - "The Bison". Just two years after making his Ironman debut, Rudy has already placed in the Top 4 in the last two Ironman World Championships. Rudy is a consistent long distance triathlete competing at 70.3, T100, and Ironman distance events. You won't want to miss Rudy's perspectives on the different coac...