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
- Brief College Football Rankings
- Ironman Florida WINNER Elyse Gallegos celebration
- Tapping YOUR potential
- Leaving your "comfort zone" for consistency
- Why to NEVER miss easy workouts
- Executing today preparing for the extraordinary
- Same prison, different face
- Your precious time and never regretting
- How getting sick can be a positive
- Ironman Depression, what is it??
- A reminder of How Lucky You Are
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 triathlon experience. Topics include:
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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 can do better.
- Becoming the strongest version of yourself when it's hard
- How negative thoughts manifest in your body
- We create our world through thoughts and the body responds
- Thoughts have to be entertained to have power
- Don't race with your old resume
- Stop limiting yourself
- The "Ironman Letter Jacket"
- I'll just do it tomorrow
- Wants vs. Needs with regard to training
- Where's the joy when improvement are harder to see?
- Raising the bar and lowering the pace
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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 is considering a 500 mile race next
- How much rest do we really need after an Ironman or marathon?
- Woulda, shoulda, coulda
- How to quit lying to yourself
- Is it Post Race Depression, or Post Purpose Depression?
- Eliminating built-in excuses
- Is it really more fun to wait?
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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.
-How often are you satisfied with your race results?
-Bouncing back from races
-Getting there mentally… then physically… spiritually…
-Addicted to the distractions
-Struggling in the off season
-What do you do when people aren’t looking?
-How this can be the most exciting time of the year
-Your determination to do the small things lead to a PR
-The cement within the bricks
-Hold me over races
-Early season vs. Late Season races
-Late season burnout
-Energy systems - Triathlon is one big domino
-Traditional Bike Speed vs. Swim, bike, run
-The Iron 10K
-The watch interprets the story, it doesn’t write it
-Putting your heart rate monitor in a box
-Why to quit testing so much
-Doing the things you don’t want to do
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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.
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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 supporters who made their way to spectate.
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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.
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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 out our coaching and training plans at www.crushingiron.com
- How to handle the revised Louisville Swim Start
- The biggest challenges of the swim channel
- How to deal with the sun in the swim
- Breaking the swim course into section
- A bike strategy for Louisville's course
- Be careful of losing your bottles
- The most important thing to do on the first mile of the run
- Where to make decisions on the run
- The Louisville Finish Line
- Much more . . .
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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 to become better at triathlon and life. There is something about being a triathlete that helps us all understand we’re in this together, and being able to share and grow with people on the same journey is much more valuable than tricks to race faster. We’ve learned a lot along the way, and 99% of that is thanks to you.
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"Don't Try." - Charles Bukowski
What if you didn't try so hard in your next race? Would it help you stay under control, more relaxed, and let the race come to you? We think so and today look at all the advantages of simply letting the race come to you.
- How much is race energy worth?
- Executing your bike with patience
- Are you a submissive runner?
- The 3 Doors of Racing
- How do you race if your goal is shot early on?
- How do you meet or exceed "fictional numbers?"
- It's gonna hurt, how will you handle it?
- Relaxing in the water
- Finding your flow in all three disciplines
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You decide to change your life. You pick up triathlon and push yourself harder than you have in years. It's tough, and even tougher to keep going. You tell yourself (and others) that you're a different person, but that doesn't mean all things are "good." Then one day it really starts coming together and you begin to find the real you.
- Being present for workouts
- Working with "what you got" in Taper
- The key to bike comfort
- The biggest obstacle to your best performance
- Life and training guilt
- Letting go of a fake persona
- Manageable Discomfort
- Maintaining VS. Getting Stale
- Choosing the Hilly Route Home
- How breathing affects your race
- What it takes to stay in aero
- Planning for pain
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You always hear about "race strategy" but what does it really mean when applied to your actual training? Today, we look at how you can set a race plan that you can ACTUALLY HOLD during a race. We give you a different perspective on "what to count" from your long rides, when you should make critical decisions within a race, and some of the biggest mistakes you can make on race day.
- How to get the most out of long rides
- How to know when you can PUSH in a race
- How to feel your best on race morning
- Understanding what you can really hold on race day
- The biggest mistake you can make on the bike
- The nutrition puzzle and why WHEN you take calories makes a BIG difference for your GI issues
- The best way to ruin your race
- When and how to make critical In-Race decisions
- Where you likely make the biggest mistakes in your race
- Making SMART vs. IMPULSE decisions
- Visualizing your race
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C26 Triathlon is on the ground in Chattanooga for Ironman and we discuss the race up to mid-bike, including the swim and another scorcher of a day for this race. We also dive into addiction, the REAL stuff that gets us into this sport and how we can try, but often fail to explain to friends why we would chose to do 140.6 mile races.
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You have to like something before you can love it. It's easy to make a rash decision to do Ironman, but is that the best way to get motivated and be better? Today we look at how setting up your race calendar can help you make better decisions, keep your focus and make you more consistent. We look at the power of shorter races and why scheduling a race too far in advance can backfire.
- Bib Lists
- How a race game plan can keep you extra motivated and focused
- Why you should step back from your first instincts after a race
- Ironman 70.3 Ohio
- Chattanooga 70.3
- Putting "Markers" in place before you sign up for an Ironman
- Realistic planning for Kona
- How shorter races make you faster and stronger for Ironman
- Don't forget about the other 364 days of the year
- Why Racing too much doesn't help you
- How to develop your true END GOAL
- Setting up an easy 8-week jump from a Half to a Full
- How Too Much Time Backfires
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Post race is one of the most bitter sweet feelings in triathlon. There's nothing like finishing the race, but waking up to empty streets, where no one is cheering you home can be a little deflating after such a big day on the course. Don't beat yourself up!
Today we look at how to deal with post race letdown, how to overcome a lack of motivation, and how to get out of ruts at the end of your season. Rest is king after your race, but a few mistakes can put you on the wrong path in a hurry.
- Post race blues
- Overcoming lack of motivation
- Getting out of ruts
- How to stay motivated and find gains in the off season
- Seasonal Depression
- Why NOW is the hardest part of triathlon
- How to rekindle your WHY
- Reaction from Ironman Wisconsin athletes on the Wave Start
- How much elevation does Ironman Wisconsin's Bike Course REALLY have?
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Mike and Robbie share what they saw this weekend at Ironman Wisconsin and Ironman 70.3 Worlds in Chattanooga. Mike was in Madison, Robbie was along the Tennessee river watching some of the best in the world.
- Reaction from racers about the courses
- Discussion about each city's local reaction to hosting
- What we learned from each race
- What it was like meeting so many of you who listen to the podcast
- And what's ahead at Ironman Chattanooga and Ironman Louisville
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Ironman Wisconsin is a great environment and the Friday before the race Mike went to the water, drove the bike course, and ran the run course. He's done Ironman Wisconsin twice and puts together a few thoughts from today and combines them with his race experiences. Casual, late-night, hotel conversation.
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Nobody knows it all, but there are definitely warning signs that your training is on a slippery slope. Are you overly fatigued? Stressed? Feeling defeated? Not loving triathlon? So many times we get conflicted about what's really going on here . . . we are doing triathlon for two reasons: to have fun . . .and get better. We actually PAY to do this . . . and should never hate or regret what we're doing. But these things happen ALL THE TIME. Today we explore why we get on the wrong side of the sport and offer many thoughts and solutions for how to change your approach and find the joy you're seeking.
We also talk about over-training and how it is easily the biggest blood-suck for your enjoyment of the sport. We talk about ways to beat the blahs in peak training along with how to visualize your race during the taper. Patience, execution, and belief.
- The biggest mistakes coach's make
- The perfect analogy for approaching your Ironman race
- How much should you run before an Ironman??
- Ways to break out of your training funk
- What to be thinking abut during your taper
- The 18 mile wall: Truth or Myth
- Running above your shoulders
- Mountain Biking, Dog Walking, and Roller Blades to the rescue
- Will Mike and Robbie do Otillo??
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Do you trust your training on race day? Are you married to your devices? Could you do the run without looking at your watch? On today's podcast we get into the mentality of trusting yourself, your training, and your abilities. We look at what it's how to minimize the importance of your race to perform better. We dig into why it's important to let go of BAD and GOOD workouts. And we also look at how we can come together as a group to help people in Houston.
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Ironman is about the hours and hours of training and the celebration of race day, but it’s also about friends and family . . . maybe more. The last thing you want is for your mom to be standing on a 15-hour-island looking at a confusing tracking app. Ironman Spectating is about setting up friends and family for an enjoyable weekend! Set them straight ahead of time with friends, locations, and info. Connect them to others and help them understand what they’re getting into ahead of time. Share this with your loved ones and make your Ironman weekend an experience everyone will remember forever.
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An article Mike wrote about Spectating Ironman Louisville back in the day.
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Are you already thinking ahead to next year? What's the rush? Many triathletes severely underestimate October through February.
If the reason is . . . you are loving the sport and making a long term commitment, that's probably a good thing. Or . . . are you looking for the next race-buzz?
Today we're talking about the "Q-4" or the "Triathlon Transition Phase." How to be in the moment with the process. How to think about training in the sport without saying "I have to do this . . .and I have to do that."
Many of you may be done with your season, or close, and have a race for next year, an off-season marathon, or . . . nothing. And those can be dangerous places. Plus, we look at what to do in your off season and why it could be CRITICAL for next season's goals.
How to make the focus of every training season, week, and day be, "I'm gonna do the best I can today, and keep getting better." How and when to focus on your weakness.
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In today's Crushing Iron Podcast: We pay a lot of money to "do Triathlon" but what we get in return is invaluable. Today (which happens to be Total Eclipse Day) the guys talk about the journey, the struggle, and keeping your eyes on the real prize of doing Ironman. The motivation, the friendships, the connections, and the experience. There's also a lot of swim talk here, including an exploration of Total Immersion, including the real reasons it's so popular.
- What's with all the buzz surrounding the eclipse?
- What are the most common swim myths as discovered at C26 Swim Camps
- Total Immersion swimming and why it's not for you
- Taking The Complication Out of Swimming
- The High Elbow Out of The Water illusion
- Is your motivation unhealthy?
- How great friendships emerge through training
- How do we connect when we're on an island?
- The feeling of crossing the Ironman Finish Line
- The new Crushing Iron website
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