Today we’re talking race strategy, and more importantly how to handle the demands of race energy. We look at an honest evaluation of your training and how that might, should, could translate in your race. We look at the realism of your potential at this time. We discuss planned and unplanned governors that can help keep you under control. We talk your “energy bank” and how not to overdraw in the swim. We discuss how most people blame their run, but it’s really their bike. And we get into the concept of leaving it all on the race course and the right way for you to think about emptying the tank.
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Do you look back at your race and put an honest level of judgment on how you did? Today we look at what makes a great race for YOU. We talk about why time and placement shouldn’t be the number one factors. We look at your metrics not based on times/splits. We talk about your effort, how you figure out goals and attain them. Starting the swim without a watch. The course and the conditions and how to play them. We look at adjusting to the moment WHILE you’re racing and how the right mindset can give you a race you’re proud of instead of a complete sh*t show.
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This is a look in the mirror podcast. We talk about the concept of chasing a prize, when the prize is right in front of us.
We chose triathlon, it didn’t choose us. And it can be really hard. But the hard work is what changes our character and transforms us into who we become. We talk about why “getting out to train” is hard and why it IS part of the training. Racing is about overcoming challenge after challenge. That’s what training prepares you for. To dig deeper and find that belief in yourself. We look at how our most successful and happy athletes approach their training and life. We want it to be easy, but it’s not and there are no guarantees. The hard things change you.. .
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When kids play, then never seem to want to stop. How can we find that love for the game in our daily training? Today, we talk about how to approach sessions. So many athletes want to put the hammer down, but this is an art of knowing how and when. We'll look at the concept of grinding and why that tends to lead to friction that haunts us later. We look into how a lot of athletes leave their race in training. We also talk anxiety, depression and addiction. How did we get here?? And we get into our "why" and how it's really probably a simpler answer than you think. Play like a kid and find your freedom.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Are you doing the little things each day to make yourself healthier? Training is about nuance and paying attention to mini cycles that include hard work along with recovery. The talk about responding to fatigue and sickness. How to approach your training when you may not be at your best. Or… training when you feel great. We look at getting in tune with your internal governor and how moderation and nourishment can be just what the doctor ordered. We look at creating momentum from the previous day. Also, how the little habits we have can have a big impact on how we feel and train. Winning the day doesn’t mean crushing the day. How do you define satisfaction? Paying attention, be grateful, and do the things that let you say, “I got healthier today.”
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We always think we have more time . . . but you don’t build confidence by doing nothing. Today we look at stoking the fire and finding our competitive nature. There’s been a trend at eliminating opportunities to compete with ourselves and others. To push our limits. But limits, like fears are an illusion. We talk about the benefits of taking risks, going for it when you got it, and the subtle ways we dig emotional holes that get tougher to dig out from. The mind has a way of talking yourself into safety, but we know the best way to live is to get out and feel. To experience. Sometimes using fear as a compass is the best way to find happiness.
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Seems to be a trend of doing multiple Ironman per season, but is it a good idea? What’s the best way to go about it.
Also, we talk nutrition for Ironman… how much to bring? What to leave behind? Is it a good idea to use other races as training races? We’ll look at the good and bad of that concept. Also, lots of indoor training? How do you best prepare for the elements? We get into Zone 2 and how to make your base training more enjoyable and filled with purpose. Bike handling, open water swimming, and power meters also come into play.
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Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Are you burying yourself to hit the ranges? Today, we look at Zones for Swim, Bike, and Run. Understanding these, along with your effort will make you a better triathlete. But, don’t obsess. The most important part of this is understanding your body. We look at when and how to test, along with the key elements to understand before you test. Also, why understanding intensity is best for times of restraint. Is your FTP too high? Likely… and we’ll tell you why. Why “guessing” your power or pace is a powerful exercise. Taking a deep look at the mystery of Swim Zones and why they are similar to your run. Which tests are good. Which tests don’t tell you anything. We look at the difference between you and pros and bike testing. And we’ll explain why going too hard is all too common.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
This is YOUR journey. Today is about figuring out who you are and what you want and not butting heads with that.
Today we get into training, work, and time. Setting boundaries. The gray area between helping others and being selfish in life.
We ask if there really is such a thing as balance. Asking tough questions of yourself and figuring out what you need for happiness.
How to embrace passive time. Sticking with the integrity of workouts. Powerful habits. Not trying . . . and Glory Days.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Today, we get into the essence of being a successful triathlete. It’s not always pretty or easy, but there are certain characteristics that give you a better shot at long-term success. Be completely in tune with the process and the reasons why you’re going through the process. There are thousands of distraction landmines out there and it’s hard to stay focused on the big picture. Today, we look at funks, and ruts, and high expectations. We talk about resisting impulses and staying the course. We talk about attention spans and the importance of figuring out what’s going on inside your own head before you make bad decisions. We also look at the pitfalls of going all in for one year and digging into a trap. We look at our marketing and training strategies and why they don’t always align with the popular perspective.
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In the end, not much of this training matters if you don’t have your head straight. Today, we go through lessons we learned at our latest Run Camp. We look at building confidence and doing things you didn’t think you could do. We talk about transcending your current self and focusing in the Real Agenda in your life. We get into the paralasis of isolation and how to break the cycle. We talk training in groups and with inspiring people. Also, how you can get yourself from point A to point B by going to point A.5 first. It’s so easy to say no to something when you’re by yourself. Use the energy of others to help pull you into accomplishment. With all the advancements these days, life can seem easy, but that’s often what makes it so hard.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Today, we dive deeper into how you can get real investments for the time you spend in the pool. We look at the concept of building your fatigue resistance and how that makes you faster. We talk about open water and why the key is building strength. Are you swimming with intention in the pool? We dive into what that means and how your sessions should look. We talk about Masters Groups… the pros and cons and what you should be getting out of them. We tell you exactly what to do to get faster in the pool. We also give you a great test to show if you have good body position. Be a swimmer, think like a swimmer, but do not overthink it. Simplify/Repeat.
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Not sure how much or how far to swim? Wondering why you don’t get faster? Have open water anxiety?
This podcast is for you. We look at how to properly use time in the pool. We look at building fitness BEFORE technique.
Then show you how to marry them both in an effective progression. We look at the difference between pool swimming and open water.
We look at drills… which ones work and which ones are wasting your time. Anxiety beating techniques. Wetsuits.
Fear. Swimming in salt water and techniques for two loop swim courses so you can avoid congestion.
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Sprints and Olympics are where people get into the sport and how it grows.
Today we look at the intensity of your training and racing. We ask about your background then examine how that applies to training
We talk about beginner, seasoned short course racers, and Ironman to Olympic racing strategy. We talk about impatience and how that can lead to injury. We talk pacing for Sprints and Olys (hint… mostly all-out) and taking shorter races seriously.
Track work, skipping progressions, raising the Vo2 and strides. We also detail how to ramp up training and intervals to keep you happy and healthy in the journey.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
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Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete, or a beginner, there is a ton of great benefits from racing and training for Sprints and Olympics, and this cast will load you up. Today we talk about smart and healthy training as it applies to Sprints and Olympics, but it also translates into everything you do in this sport. We get into proper builds, looking at your month as one block of stress, spreading out stress to get more, accumulated fatigue, pacing and aerobic base. We also look at the importance of keeping training fun and learning every day. Training shouldn’t crush your body and spirit, it should be a path to getting more energy and enjoying life. Get serious about having fun and get much better in the process.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Today we talk about the power of relaxation in swimming, on the bike, and while running… Oh, and skiing too. Mike skied for the first time in 30 years this week and talks about what he learned and how it can be applicable to triathlon training. Tense and anxious athletes never perform their best and we look at the power of slowing down, staying with the program and trusting the progression. We look at how we can dig holes over and over without making progress. We talk about leaving something in the tank physically, but also mentally and why that can derail your best intentions. Get out of your own way and stop making everything harder than it needs to be.
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Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
More great questions! We get into the importance of training outside when you have a chance and dropping the interval ride. We look at safe goals, stretch goals, and if you should even have goals . . . especially when they associate with a race. We talk about the future and what kind of times we may see. We look at the excitement surrounding Ironman Races. We talk about velodrome training. What to do if you hate running. Swimming with a faster turnover, and/or getting stronger in the water. Is 10 push ups a goal? And last but not least, the secrets to good running economy.
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Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Great questions today! We look at starting from scratch with a Sprint and moving into an Olympic. We look at first time 70.3 nutrition and gear needs. We look at marathon training along with swim and bike. Do you hit your hard rides on the trainer or outside and how to keep intent of the workouts in mind outside. We talk about sweat tests and how they help you with nutrition. Mike and Robbie discuss their differences and how they layer into a joint philosophy. We discuss the differences of coaching women vs. men. And also get into how to work weight training into your triathlon training schedule.
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Most of us are caught in the middle of a season. Far removed from our last big race and a ways out from our next. Add the tough weather and short days and this becomes a challenging time of the year. Today we look at ways to make the winter more enjoyable and find ways to actually FEEL GOOD on your way to a great season. Don’t make everything hard. Find the sweet spot and learn to respect your energy reserves. There can be an erosion in motivation right now, but changing your mindset can help energize. Find your long term purpose. Understand where you’re at and master that place before digging too deep of a hole. Everything gets easier when the sun comes out and you’re around other people. Make good decisions and find a place that builds momentum in small increments. When in a struggle between ego and self-doubt allow yourself to be successful, it’s just a matter of when.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Are you paralyzed by the thought of perfection? Why not fire before you aim, then adjust. Try it now. Try something New. Find Fun in the Adventure. Today, we look at ways of combatting the desire to be perfect and being trapped in old comfort zones. There’s a lot of fun to be had in life, and that should run through every fiber of your training. So many of us get caught up in today’s result rather than looking at the long term arc. Anything worthwhile in life comes over time. Progress is the goal, not perfection. Be flexible on the f&ck-around. Part of this cast was inspired by the book, "Ready. Fire. Aim."
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Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Today is about getting faster by using less energy, better form, and being efficient in training and racing. We look at movement in swimming, cycling, and running to help you find your best techniques — and how you hold that technique for longer periods. Now is a great time to work on movement and perfect what is best for your body and skill level. We get into how swimming with paddles can help you find that feel for the water, along with talk about how to have a better feel for your pedal stroke and run stride. The goal for racing well: Be fit, be fast, hold form.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Most of us wake up and look at social media to subconsciously judge ourselves against others. And worse, it’s usually their finest moments. Today, we talk about the comparison and complacency traps, but mostly about how to stay out of them. We look at the power of setting audacious goals. We look at Insecurity vs. Ego and why belief should be a tool not a strategy. Society has trained us to want it all now, but there is really only one path to getting better and that’s repetition and hard work over time. Next time you get a chance, choose to train in the rain or cold or hot or whatever will make you stronger so that you can put your “effort skills” in the bank.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Today is about locking in on the concept of getting just a little better each day. We talk about how the process of improving is the main goal and how locking yourself into a race performance can backfire and snowball in the wrong direction. We look at being flexible and making decisions that keep things moving the right direction. Also, not overshooting realism in training and in life. Clear the deck on the daily for better performance. Don’t lock yourself into the idea that racing is the purpose. Building a little bit each day gives you the confidence and perspective to set yourself up for a good season. Go the Opposite direction from Tri-Calc.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
Today is about new beginnings and using our own fuel to help build triathlon. It’s easy to forget where we came from, but it’s important to reflect, recognize, and appreciate/understand that growth. We’re all inspired by comeback stories and we all have our own versions. Make this year about experiences and adventure instead of focusing on times and gear. Break out of the shell and create connection and inspiration. We all have a story to share and many people want to hear it. Society seems to look for any way to be safe, but we think there’s more to be gained in doing something that scares you. Get serious about having fun.
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Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com
This is the perfect de-motivational storm and it’s up to us to create “something” that starts some momentum. Do you have 20 minutes today? Tomorrow? This is a great way to stay in the game and prime yourself for next week. We get in bad habits of thinking we need more time to do a workout that “is meaningful” but little movements create big results. Now is the time to stay on the train. Don’t put it off until next week or the next. Don’t talk yourself into postponing the progress train. Action creates understanding.
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Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com