The Coach Amy and Coach Liz Show

Amy talks about what run cadence is, how to track it and why we should pay attention to it. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

Liz talks about the benefits of improving balance and joint mobility by trying non-free strokes in the pool. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

Amy talks about the importance of a positive mindset when aging and how that helps our physical performance. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

A kickboard has advantages and disadvantages for triathletes. Listen to find out what those are and how to decide what’s best for you at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

Amy explains how the feet and ankles impact the knees and hips. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks so much for listening.

Returning to the road after a winter of inside riding can be risky if you aren’t prepared. Listened to find out how you can prepare your brain and body for outside riding even while on your indoor trainer! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

Ground contact time impacts everything in running from efficiency to injury. Listen to find out what is ground contact time, how to measure it, and when it may need improving. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

We all have times where we aren’t sure if we should proceed with a training session or even a race. Listen to find out when it’s ok to push through and when it’s better to opt out. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

Flip Turns are controversial in triathlon swimming but if we think of them not as a skill but as a tool to build fitness the conversation changes. Listen to find out when and why triathletes should consider flip turns. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

The musculoskeletal system develops at a different rate than the cardio system for running. Understanding this and how to manage your run progression will help prevent injury and improve performance. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

For triathlon, we must build both cardiovascular and muscular fitness. Swimming, biking, and running each require sport specific workloads to build fitness. Listen to find out more at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

Iron deficiency in endurance athletes impacts our ability to handle training load, adapt to training stress, and recover for our next sessions. Find out the many ways we actually “lose” iron during training and how to manage iron levels so you stay healthy and perform to your best. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

Once we have descent freestyle form, introducing speed and strength is an important next step. Listen to find out how to do that effectively and what to expect as you get faster in the water. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

Where your gaze goes, your head and body follow. Find out in this quick episode where you should be looking when you run and why it matters! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

Ankle flexibility impacts our ability to point our toes. And, the ability to point our toes is critical to developing a powerful freestyle kick. Listen to find out why at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks so much for listening.

Runners almost inevitably deal with injuries. In this cast, Amy covers the critical steps to take in the first 72 hours of an acute injury that does not require a trip to the emergency room. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

Amidst the endless kinds of goggles available today, there are now ones that display your pace in real time in the goggle lens. Are they worth the investment? It depends. Find out more at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

Race plans are one of the most effective things athletes can do to help them get the most out of their race day. Listen to find out why and how to make a race plan at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

The big toe plays an exceptionally important role in our run gait. It helps control the foot and impacts how effectively our gluts produce the power that moves us forward. Listen to find out more about how this small joint carries a big load for running! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

The catch is a small but critical part of an effective freestyle pull. It’s also one of the most common places mistakes lurk. Find out what it is and why it matters in this latest episode. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

Athletes use pain meds for different reasons. Listen to find out the questions you should be asking and the risks associated with the use of pain medication during endurance training and racing. Plus somie alternatives to consider. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

Closing the gap between open water and pool swimming is something most all triathletes and open water swimmers aspire too. Listen to find out why those time gaps exist and how to close them at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

Magnesium helps athletes with healing and performance. Knowing the signs and symptoms of low magnesium can be helpful - though you should consult withe your health care provider before you start taking any supplement. Listen to find out more at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

A power meter can be a very effective way to improve your cycling - but that doesn’t mean they are for everyone. Listen to find out if this tool is for you and what you should consider when getting a power meter. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

Strength training is a key part of injury prevention and performance for endurance athletes - even runners who traditionally have shied away from “bulking up”. Find out the hows and whys on this latest episode! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!