Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast

The team was in for a trail race this weekend and we talk about running 50 miles in the dark. After that, we talk 2020 and how it related to us and our sport. The good, the bad, the ugly. This year has been mentally tough on a lot of our athletes. We look at the power of connection and the pain of isolation. How we connect as coaches and people to not only our athletes, but people we meet who may need it most. Topics: Please check out The C26 Club. A full year training plan customized around your races and schedule. Intro to our trail race summary We've spent enough time alone this year They don't race 50 or 100 miles for the finish line Do you do it for the finish line or yourself? Feeling the weight of the year "Let's get through this" and it's still going . . . Changing trail races? The power of "I just did it" Differences in how we're motivated Changing your belief system through sport What matters most is what you do when people aren't watching Mike's 10K adventure and his time in the lead . . . Letting go of pace and embracing effort in trail races The best ways to attack the trails The things that stick out the most to us about 2020 The pain in Mike's heart We need each other The power of focused one-to-one communication When we just need to get something out of our system Coaching challenges in 2020 Athletes mental health and exercise Escaping the chaos The greatest gifts for athletes The value of writing Training Peaks comments The uneasy feeling of wanting to give more Compassion for the Homeless There's only so much you can do . . . but find the happy medium Creating optimism --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season planning, recovering, taper, etc. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

We all "know" the process is what matters, but how do we stay at peace with the progress? Micro goals vs. macro. Clearing the head and heart. How to recognize progress in the little things. Success in the learning and building of our bodies. Topics: Check out our 2021 Club Program. A full season training plan based around your races. Should we have advertisers? Mike Feels out of shape What a difference a year makes Chasing memorable rides, runs, and races Clearing the plate, heart, and head Starting with something small vs. the big goal Total extreme diet Simple changes add up Strong legs in a heavy body Tis the feasting season Feeling good on the bike but heavy on the run Internal confidence that keeps you honest It's harder and harder to lean on our last races What do your thoughts tell you about yourself? Can you appreciate the person you're becoming? Can you let go of your old identity? Holding onto the chip on your shoulder Flying without a net and not looking down When things feel easy . . . it's a good thing Proving it to others or yourself? Being proud of ourselves Do you see today's you in the mirror? When improvement gets harder and harder Making your own workouts today Finding the excitement in discovery A bucket list society Sometimes not being sore is a win Compare you to you Re-building a car Re-Building a body --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season planning, recovering, taper, etc. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Do you have the patience to be ready when you need to be ready? This is a daily thought process. Today, we look at the best way use short term focus for long term gains. Why running race pace in training is overrated. Being at "your best" now looks a lot different than your best next August, September. Knowing you have it but resisting the urge to prove it. Short term focus on long term gain. Recognizing "glimpses" of next level improvements. Topics: Don't forget to check out the C26 Club. Let us plan your 2021 Race Season! The C26 "Ten Days of Christmas" Recognizing "when you're ready" December: The supreme version of "I'll just wait till Monday" Getting Ready for the year Knowing when you can let it rip a little bit Being lazy in general and in workouts The difference between exercising and training. How structure can wear us out No watch or structure until Jan 1? The power of getting unfit Do you need to always show progress? Short term focus on long term gains Feeling the need to "prove something" to yourself When we feel the need to "keep this level of fitness" We need some time to not give a sh*t All rolling trains take breaks The internal pressure to "reinvent the wheel" How to contain itches to show your fitness Stimulation through flirtation Talking yourself out of bad decisions Today is about tomorrow, and on and on Managing your restraint Why running race pace in training is overrated Understanding fatigue and how it works through taper How do you build the confidence to trust that you can go faster and further when you need to? A big breakdown of how 3 sport fatigue impacts our training pace Understanding that running slow means running easy Understanding the potential of your "top end" Knowing you have it but resisting the urge to prove it Accumulated fatigue won't let you Clearing the path through getting fresh Months and months of work Recognizing GLIMPSES of next level improvement. --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season planning, recovering, taper, etc. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

The ultimate questions: How much is too much, or is that enough? Today we walk through understanding the body and how you make gains or create losses in fitness based on minimal effective dose. We talk about the difference between Ironman and 70.3 training and how different athletes need different volumes. We also look at how best to approach Zone 2 workouts along with when you should make a decision to smash your legs. All in the them of why understanding your body outside of the numbers is the ultimate path to confident racing. Topics: Don't forget about the 2021 C26 Club, the training plan that lays out a full year of workouts around your races. Mike and Robbie Rock n Roll Memory Lane Understanding MINIMAL EFFECTIVE DOSE Planning Races and Hopes for Accomplishments The secret of NOT putting in volume Moving up distance and hours to put in The addiction of MORE How you overtrain or hurt yourself When your workouts are a negative Getting the most out of the least Burnout Short Ironman Blocks What if we plateau? Are you training or just getting more tired? Finding the mental and physical balance What's too much, what's too often? How to get your best daily response Training volume for 70.3 vs. Ironman training Managing stress appropriately Why total training miles varies so much between athletes Training is about loading stress When sleep is better than a workout Finding net positives vs net negatives When you should push past prescribed volume What to do when your body says "I've got more in me" How to recognize when to quit a workout Connecting perceived effort to your body and brain Will an extra 30 minutes make you better or just "feel" better Is what you're doing necessary?? How to make the best in-race decisions Believing that deep down we have the ability "If you come into Ironman with no doubts and are totally confident, you're overtrained." - Sebastian Kienle You should be confident enough that you don't need to see it until you see it Only a few matches to burn Do you need to see it, or KNOW it? Each training day should make sense How you should approach Zone 2 rides Recognizing "if you have it" today Numbers and HR don't matter unless you understand your body How to CONTROL your race Understanding Zone Range Average --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Challenge Daytona was awesome with an absolutely loaded field and we learned a lot from what was pretty much a flawless broadcast. We loved the format, the level of competition, and frankly seeing athletes out on the course. We talk about their swim, bike and run strategies. What paid off, what didn't. We look at penalties, bike splits, and the potential for Challenge to focus changing the landscape of 70.3 racing in the US. Topics: Don't forget about the C26 Club for 2021 The commentators for Challenge Daytona Ridiculous bike power numbers Bike for show, run for dough Gustav Iden Should they have covered the Age Group race as well?? Building a bridge between pros and age groupers Can we push the envelope on Age Group coverage? How do we make pro triathletes more popular? Paula Findlay and Anne Haug Flat tire? :) Positive experience for our athletes The timing of Daytona and what it could mean for the sport Re-creating a chance for age groupers to race against the best Is Indianapolis another opportunity? Can we create more "loop" races like this? Calculated decisions on the race course Increasing spectators and learning experiences ITU vs. What we saw in Daytona Racing in downtowns? The concept of spectator friendly Daytona was like picking your March Madness Bracket It's ALL about the run TWO big penalties and the subjectivity of handing them out Nobody knew what to expect out there, including the pros Dealing with self-doubt, even on the perfect day The difference between the flat course vs. having some elevation No brakes, no turns, no sitting up . . . how it took its toll Run your best race, or test the ego? The number one goal for our athletes at Daytona The pressure on one big race How hard is it to maintain 20 meters for the whole race? Was it easier to just set the pace? Training for races on the trainer only? Lionel Sanders effort Swim strategy and how strung out it got in the water How 70.3 is turning into a short course Patience and restraint to reach the top level Different courses for different horses Mashing the big ring Link to interview with former Pro and C26 Coach Jessica Jacobs --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

You have permission to believe. Today, we talk about coaching and how we approach coaching, both with athletes and ourselves. We also talk about our business model, which we're sure a lot of people will question. In essence, we believe in going with our gut, even if (sometimes especially if) that means we're bucking the trends. Plus, previews and predictions for Challenge Daytona. Topics: Don't forget to check out our C26 Club Program where we plan your entire 2021 Race Season for $349. Mike is attempting to be an athlete again Ups and downs of training cycles Wade in slowly and do what feels right Getting back to the basics The intersection of mental and physical energy There's only so much you can do When your mind is in 100% overdrive "Genius is the person who can most truly be who they are." Mike's road from athlete to artist to musician back to athlete No one cares as much as you care Our job is to help them become happy with what they do Your workouts are for you, not us The rah rah is at a minimum When our goals start to pinball Don't get distracted and stay true to your principles Investing in our athletes for the best experience possible Following our gut instincts Inspiration that comes naturally Changing the world with memes? Following your own lead and building that confidence When you're in the Zone, everyone knows it Local people think our gym is a big flop Why it's important to lose fitness sometimes An athlete's addiction to driving themselves into the ground Addicted to training or Getting Better?? We have to have confidence to take rest Why athletes get injured Why CHALLENGE DAYTONA is a MUST WATCH Coach Robbie's prediction for the podium at Challenge Daytona Check out the C26 Club Program for 2021! --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

More naps, coffee with friends, hikes with your dog, days off? What's it gonna take? December has always been a tricky month, and this year, maybe more than ever. Today, we talk about a list of things Coach Robbie sent to our athletes about how to best "attack" December. The biggest things is to keep the train rolling, be strong, recover, and connect. A new season is looming and what you do this month can put you in a great position to train like you want to train for next year's races. Topics: Keeping the Momentum Thank YOU for the support Empowering each other Truly understanding how you FEEL The skill of flexibility Feeling good but not smashed Why coach Robbie is "pumped" What sounds fun to you Take More Naps (at the right time) Athletes who NEVER race Learning from addictive personalities Willpower or Burnout? The most important skill an athlete can have Making decisions with confidence Coaches shouldn't be your ultimate decision maker Who has your back? Ramp ups, down weeks, and DOWN PERIODS If you're hungry, eat Is it being lazy or genuinely tired? The rebellion of "skipping workouts" Are you obligated to the race or yourself? Putting yourself in the best position possible The best athletes in the world race by feel The full tank of gas analogy It's okay to stop when you're ahead The "slow cook" workouts Giving your heart exactly what it craves Seasonal depression Required days off in December What a "day off" means Round off your personality Rediscover your true desires outside of triathlon Staying on the track while looking around Living and breathing triathlon Build your community connection --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Do you feel like you're on the roller coaster at times? Going with the same plan that doesn't quite hit the spot? Today we talk about training plans, recovery, re-charging, and figuring out how to hit your best potential as an athlete and person. Adjusting workouts, days off, diet, sleep, etc. You know you can do it, but doing it the right way FOR YOU is one of the biggest challenges in triathlon. Topics: Re-charging the body and mind The "do whatever you want" mode Managing mental and physical toll Hyper-structured Type A Recovering from RACE BUILD, not just the race The long term effects of Ironman The mental tug of war for days off Being empowered to make good choices Coaching is not a dictatorship The Links in the Chain Workouts are there for you to mold Showing yourself grace as an athlete Everything we do is done in pencil Pushing the emotional needle too far The Final Exam Having hunger vs anxiety Seasonal depression Setting yourself up for success If you want to go far, go together --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Are you moving the right direction? This is the toughest time of a really tough year for all of us. Today, we talk about how "The Standard is The Standard" and no matter what we all have to figure out what's really important and stay on that course. Coach Robbie shows us his reaction to having Texas 70.3 cancelled and explains how he changed his mindset and made it a positive. Sometimes life gives us what we really need and it's up to us to get our minds right. Topics: Coach Robbie talks about Texas 70.3 cancelled Don't Forget Your Original Goals When the atmosphere is ripped away? Why did you really get into the sport? Life gives you what you really need can you dig to race depth without a race? The mentality shift of a race cancel Waking up with "leg pop" Turning mind into gratitude mindsets Fueling in a mental way Finding that discomfort level on bike Reconciling the "buts" and "what ifs" Racing alone demons Finding that negative split Are you "waiting" because you don't have it or it will be painful? Embracing the suck Only a 5K to go………. Changing the length of your taper? Mentality of not shaking out the day before Learning from this race to apply in the next Being happy with what you did on the course The Standard is the Standard Are you going the right direction? Discipline to turn off the noise Stay Steady . . . Stay The Course --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

We recorded the day before Coach Robbie was leaving for Texas 70.3, but he found out the race was canceled during his drive. The podcast is about his race prep, taper, and strategy. the guys talk about the importance race week sharpening and the ability to control your gears during the race. And, mostly, it's about being able to control your racing gears. We make thousands of decisions while racing and we give you the best way to make sure your'e making the right one. --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

This year is all about controlling what we can to race and train at our best. With Ironman Arizona yanked away, we look at the emotion racing stirs and how to focus on what matters. We talk about the best ways to approach training and races. We compare cancelled races to post-Ironman blues and look at how to keep our minds in the game. We explain why yellow can be better than green in Training Peaks, the trouble with perfectionism, listening to your body, and why facing fear is the best way to grow. And Coach Robbie preps for Texas 70.3 Topics: The Ironman Arizona Gut Shot Just keep going . . . The mental and physical rigidity of structure Unpredictable days and 30 minute runs Wear out the opponent by taking body shots well Racing and the outlet of freeing yourself Training and stabilizing emotions When it feels insurmountable Evening out the pain with pressure Cancelled Race vs. Ironman Depression. What's worse? When "graduation day" is stripped away What we learned from Chris Nikic We need the excitement Balancing the highs and lows Life as a monk People want "the feeling" of the race Digital "production" doesn't fill our voids The pain of the fall after high expectations Coach Robbie's Excitement/Nerves for Texas 70.3 What truly CHANGES who we are "The Obstacle Is The Way" - Ryan Holiday Taking on new challenges for growth Facing fear is harder when we're passive Channeling Gratitude during a race A great way to start the SWIM in a race Being in the moment with your Race Understanding 100% of 70-80% The trouble with perfectionism personality Hayden calls out coach Robbie for missing a workout Leaving happiness and success on the table When Yellow is Better than Green in Training Peaks Understanding and LISTENING to your body

Today we look at Ironman changes/new racing rules and why they could make you slower if not in the right mindset. The swim set up, transitions, spectators, and maybe most importantly — a pretty big change to run aid stations. We'll look at several ways to make sure you are on top of your mental and physical game in the new Ironman environment. We also get into why cycling in cold is harder and why it's important to be flexible with your nutrition. Topics: The exaggerations of triathletes How long did you "really" ride today? :) The guys didn't sleep much last night Endurance sports and growing as people What we learned from recent Ironman races Lots of races coming up You can never compare a race to a race Some athletes like some race changes Pre-Race meetings now on YouTube Why your times are apt to be a little slower Transition changes and set ups How much should you carry with you on bike and run? A major change in run aid stations Dressing right for the bike Better to be safe than sorry Why it's so hard to bike in the cold Swim start differences at Ironman How to line up for the swim Why your swim preparation and nutrition will be different Wetsuit and Heart Rate increase Swim anxiety How we're spoiled by the volunteers Raising your core temp when it's cold Excess peeing on the bike Why we're so cold when we finish a race Outside assistance and spectators Another argument for mass starts Stacking the odds against swim anxiety How taking your time early pays off later Now, it's better to take more than you'll need ANOTHER reason to hold back on the bike?? Working 2 or 3 aid stations ahead Don't let nutrition get behind Remember to "top off" Finding your GRATITUDE no matter what Don't set yourself up for a bad experience Look at this year's racing as a "free play" --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

The rewards comes from effort. It may not be visible but it always shows up. Today, looking at what effort means, both in training and the race. We talk about race demons and how to not let them take over. Also, we break down the mindset of racing Ironman and how to turn a rough start into a great race. Ironman Florida is also covered in this podcast. Topics Our Run Camp Lessons Can You Be a Kid Again Everyone seems so serious . . . Intimidation of new environments The Confidence Equation The most important thing in life and sport The person who works the hardest gets the rewards Getting faster when you're close to your peak Pushing yourself past plateaus Committing to what it takes It's always easier in the beginning Initial Gains are Huge, but then . . . When Return on investment isn't what you want Ironman Florida - Our Athlete's success The Emotions of Ironman How you can finish worse but have a better race It's not always about the PR How Do You know You had a good race? Expectations that are irrelevant In Race Demons Can you run through the suck? Goal: The Best You Can Get Out of Yourself, Today Were you happy or disappointed with the effort? The Pride that comes from Pushing Racing smart to delay the pain In training: When Enough is Enough Feeling good? Maybe pull back How long is your wick for the day?? When do you light it? Walking the first mile of Ironman?? Ironman Florida Race summary of one of our athletes The trouble with using POWER in a race --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today we talk about the benefits of running trails, the trouble with speed work, and why Ironman is not about going fast, but "who slows down the least." We dive into understanding zones, intervals, and solving the complex combination of swim, bike, run that is triathlon. When in doubt, treat yourself with kindness. --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

"It was too windy." "Too hot or too cold." "Too many people in my lane." What do you do when facing inconvenience? Today we talk about how to turn training obstacles into racing lessons. We also look at subconscious thoughts and how they can affect our moods. We talk about race goal setting and how it can be good and bad. And finally, give some last minute thoughts on how to race Ironman Florida. Topics: Congrats to everyone about to Race. You've already been rewarded. How people have been finding their way and growth Building on expectations Being letdown in our hope Races as Graduation Days How feelings change throughout a race Embracing opportunity of a crappy day Remembering the feeling of rough days Building your mental tool box for race day Owning your space How do your respond to being "off" Robbies attempt at 100 windy miles in a cold Lab Shifting your perspective to work through things It's for me not for you When your friend jabs you with a little inspiration Can you be satisfied with a letdown? When we're in a bad place "for no reason" Letting go can be the hardest part When our minds need to catch up with our bodies Taking responsibility for your life is healthy Don't get too full of yourself Robbie waxes poetic (for him) The biggest thing isn't the result, it's the release There's always something to pick apart, but look for the positives. Why it's harder to ride in the cold We're all about Happy & Healthy, but think about FAST a lot too How good can we get?? The problem with forecasting your future and races Obsessed with the result Giving yourself time to figure out "who you are" on race day . . . or training days for that matter. Should coaches give you a run pace target in Ironman? Re-evaluating and adjusting in the middle of a race Why you should FEEL things before you feel them in a race Ironman Florida Strategies --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

This is a great guide for RACE RUNNING and how to train for it. We focus on Ironman, but the same holds true for 70.3, Olympics, and Sprints. For one, we want to strengthen our chassis so we don't have to walk. And, if we don't handle the swim and bike right, none of this really matters. It's a pretty deep dive into accumulated fatigue, accumulated fitness, how to know when you're in good shape, and why bricks and your long runs might be disrupting your progress. Topics: Walk/run vs. Run Brick Running Overrated?? Your body doesn't care what's stressing it Running is Running How to practice running on tired legs You don't get extra points for running off the bike *When running off the bike makes sense Why you should run before you ride Don't practice bad running form Run on the "freshest" legs Running off the bike feels weird, but . . . Do you focus on Swim/Bike bricks?? How the swim cascades into your run Energy expenditure at Ironman What your purpose should be on the swim Does your bike feel like a warm up for the run? Ironman doesn't "start" until mile 80 of the bike Or . . . Mile 20 of the run. "I crushed the bike . . ." Bike for Show, Run for Doe There's no such thing as a good bike split followed by a bad run split. Volume Running Do you keep making your long run longer and longer and longer? We have to be consistent with volume You CAN make time for more short runs You shouldn't feel WRECKED from running How we OVER-DAMAGE our body What's wrong with thinking "I have to do the distance" Accumulated Fatigue Accumulated Fitness Don't let the swim crush you before you start Spreading out the Volume How to know when you're getting into good shape Why your long runs might be counterproductive Don't burn your matches in training, wait till races Is "Faster" really the training goal?? Don't add extra salt tonight cause you forgot it yesterday --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

How do you respond to change? Ironman Arizona shortens the bike leg and reactions are mixed. What was Robbie's reaction as a coach? How did Mike handle the news as a rebellious-year-older man? Today the guys dive into change and how to deal with it. How to pace a shortened race. Negative head space and punches to the gut. Framing a different experience. The World Series and more. Please check out our new C26 Club Coaching program for 2021 now priced at only $349! Topics: Love/Hate relationships with birthdays Ironman Arizona shortens the bike Florida ups Prize Purse for Pros Coach Robbie's first concern when he heard Arizona was shortened Adjusting your attitude for race changes How do you pace a shortened Ironman bike? Either way, you'd better be ready The Seahawk that never gave up Changes in Arizona bike course and how they affect you Going in with your best effort to compete with yourself Recovering from a punch to the gut Why do we obsess over "the distance?" Robbie's first race after sobriety Something will always disrupt "your perfect day" What you can control in races Should there be a way to find 40 more miles?? Why Mike things immaturity keeps him young Is it easier to cancel rather than figure it out? Ironman, the Business How politics impacts Ironman What if they shortened the swim vs. bike? Is this World Series legit or come with an asterisk? Doing everything you can do to prepare for the race in front of you Negative head space and self sabatoge When we hedge our bet as a built in excuse Mike admits his age shows at times How the Arizona bike course is more difficult It's gonna come down to pacing Framing as a different experience People will obsess over fast bike splits, but . . . Arizona is a Marathon with a swim and bike Why variability index will likely be high at Arizona What if Arizona LENGTHENED the bike?? Keeping childhood rebellion Managing emotions on race day Responding to mechanicals with flexibility The more rigid, the less opportunities --------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. Take the worry and stress out of your 2021 season. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

There's a time and place for being serious, but most of us tend to train and race better when we're relaxed and coming from a place of gratitude. Today we talk about how to race and train "free." We look at the difference between intensity and focus, and ways to embrace the unknown. Have you ever found your happy place on the run? Can you get off the bike with a fuller tank? Also, what setting A, B, and C goals for your race looks like. Finding a love to explore Why laughter may be the key to your training Does LOL on text really mean you're laughing out loud? Laughter as a mood shifter The impact of our isolation on training When life is hard, people need people Taking ourselves too seriously Drawbacks of perfectionism Lack of nuance in communication Loops of seriousness and training baggage The weight of the world Added intensity means added stress Focus vs. Intensity Do your expectations include being healthy? Perfectly adhering to the plan even if it's misery This is supposed to be something you LOVE Addiction to the outcome of your favorite team What do you WANT right now Stop while you're ahead mentality Today isn't race day Falling in the same traps Taking your perspective seriously Too much internalization with training Days off that turn into months Embracing the unknown Are your goals selling yourself short? Detaching from numbers Would you rather know or not know your race result in advance? Overanalyzing the steps Setting A, B, and C goals for the same race The power in the mystery of not comparing Being committed to loving and doing it . . . What still bugs Robbie about his racing Also, why Robbie is insanely grateful Getting off the bike with a fuller tank Can you find happiness on the run? What you should be thinking 5 minutes into the swim Practicing enjoyment and happiness --------------- Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today we look at the ways healthy optimism can enhance your training, racing, and life. It's the little things and they are usually easy to address. Mike talks about his road back from injury and how it's helped him re-define "feeling good" while training, which he ultimately believes will make him faster. Also, how Coach Robbie has gotten into his best shape in 4 years. When do you push, when should you pull back? Why you should adapt workouts based on your mood. And, the absolutely simplest way to approach your workouts. Topics: Have you checked out the C26 Club? Take away stress, confusion and feel great with a full-on 2021 Training Plan! Staying Positive and flexible IRONMAN gets a race off in the US By all accounts Arizona 70.3 went smooth Cutting out loops and "out and backs?" How much safety can IM put into races?? Our Mass Start "bitterness" Our Mass Start suggestion revisited Dolphin Diving at Ironman Florida Did we defer because we stopped training? "Nobody is gonna race this year" debunked Scaling back (and up) mentally for races Mike's injury and why he thinks it was mostly mental Having inspiration to re-kindle positivity Positive Peer Pressure "Coming back to shape" the right way Forced to go slow as a positive healing step Successful athletes are optimistic Feeling good is the way The fragility of who we are When do you push or pull back? The group adrenaline Training without defining "getting faster" Prisoner of the moment? Most workouts should be average and not exciting Craving the panic mode Easing into your workouts Changing workouts based on your mentality of the day Taking your bad day out on your workouts (or on yourself) Stress is Stress The simplest way to look at workouts 100% undertrained is better than 1% overtrained The ONE DAY that made this athlete's Ironman race --------------- Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Endurance training offers so many opportunities but why are some are pulled toward further and others to faster? Are you training for something that is your real strength? Is it Ironman, 70.3, Olympics, sprints . . .? What we could be best at isn't always our preference, but it's easy to think the things we enjoy most are our strengths. Today we hunt for ways to challenge yourself and find your true potential. Finding love in something you don't enjoy. And, why you should balance indoor and outdoor training. Topics: Age and comebacks Mike and Robbie's age gap How our background shapes training perspective The Pull to go Farther . . . C26 Trail Camp weekend 14 x Mountain Peaks in under 45 hours Building your belief system The opportunities for different people in endurance You want to go further or faster? Do you get "flaily?" What's your best race distance? The difference in training for 70.3 vs. Ironman Why your fastest distance might not be your best distance Endurance is all about discovery and growth Save Up Sammy Is your childhood perception still accurate? Which workouts do you tend to cut short? How to create a love for something you don't enjoy Mike's new strategy for waking up earlier The problem with extremes Why you should balance indoor and outdoor training Don't limit your ability to do what you love The power of being flexible in diet, training, and habits Our tendency to perfect what we're comfortable with Choose the challenging route The good and bad of group training "Big things have small beginnings" - Check out the new video about our C26 Hub Training Center What's really real? --------------- Looking for a swim analysis, personalized zones for training, and an awesome experience? Check out our New C26 Hub Training Center in Chattanooga. C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Is triathlon on the decline or upswing?? Ending the comparison trap. We look into Heart Rate Variability and how it relates to fatigue. The best swim sets with limited pool time. Progressing while dealing with an injury. We also look into YOUR WHY . . . what's it mean and why sometimes it's better to ask WHY NOT. This one stirred up some great topics! Topics: Shout out to Drake What is "elite?" Our C26 "70.3" this weekend Ironman 70.3 Arizona . . . this weekend Congratulate yourself for hanging tough IM Louisville and Kona weekend bummer Get out of memory lane The power in mental flexibility Is triathlon on the decline? How you advise athletes from falling into the comparison trap? Not settling for your old self Focus on doing a "genuinely better job" The one area you should be selfish Prisoners of the moment The age of over-thinking, copycat and plagiarism Finding individuality in our own path Fatigue always masks fitness Random "PRs" Dealing with a run injury while getting better? The beauty triathlon and three sports Fitness Comes Back! Setting up swim sets with limited pool availability? Going hard in the pool… what's it really mean? When interrupted swim sets are better than continuous HRV - Understanding heart rate as it relates to how you feel? The best question you can ask yourself each day Understanding your own fatigue and power Life fatigue vs leg fatigue How to figure out your WHY? Sometimes "it feels good" is enough One of Mike's secrets to gauge age Ask yourself WHY NOT? ---------------- C26 Gear is now available (for a limited time) at www.c26triathlon.com/c26-store A great way to support the podcast! Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Great questions from the listeners! Today we tackle core work; how much, how often. Also, recognizing and improving your weaknesses in the correct way. We get into bike fit and why it might be even more important for your run. Finding challenges to alleviate boredom. Also, if you've thought about coaching we get into what it really means and things you should be focused on. Finally, long swim layoffs and how to be a better and more purposeful swimmer next season. Topics: The C26 Club is back! A Complete 2021 Training plan and much more for only $349. Visit https://c26triathlon.com/the-c26-club/ for more info. Living forever . . . ? Mike, The Club Manager Mail truck on fire Optimum amount of core work for triathlon? Recognizing and improving specific weaknesses What's the difference in a bike fit for short course vs. long course racing? How should I plan a race season? I'm bored, how to I find a challenge? What's the first step for aspiring coaches? Experience vs. Coaching Certificates? Zoom Calls for social club? How important are intervals and hill work when running? Or, is it more important to just go slow and long? I haven't swam in 6 months . . . now what? When is it time to get back to structured swim workouts? ---------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

This year has thrown a lot at us! The triathlon universe has been in flux. The only thing to do is keep chipping away. Create your own race within workouts and realize that today is the only thing we control. Mike talks about his rough year and Robbie takes you back to rehab in an effort to keep our training and moods on pace. Topics: The C26 Club is back! A Complete 2021 Training plan and much more for only $349. Visit https://c26triathlon.com/the-c26-club/ for more info. A little college football talk is back! We're optimistic about races again! The Saturday 70.3/Sunday 140.6 idea Being a race driven athlete Thriving under the pressure How athletes run away from life Races are selling out The changing landscape Societal awakening? Transitions in life When "newness" wears off It's a long time to focus Robbie's Recovery - 30, 60, 90 days The longer you stay, the better your chance What you need vs. want The pain of this year being your first Ironman Post-Ironman downers Combining too many things at once When to walk away Finding Happiness in the Mundane Unfair comparisons to make with yourself Cobra Kai ---------------- Registration is now open for the C26 Club Training Program. For more information, please visit www.C26Triathlon.com/the-c26-club Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Comfort zones are made to leave, but do we push ourselves out so much that it restricts genuine growth? Today we look at how pulling back to let things soak in will make you a stronger, smarter, and more resilient athlete. Also, we take a deep dive into addiction and obsession from the perspective of turning them into positive fuel for growth. Topics: Crossover Sports Roller Girls Addiction Lessons from an Olympic Cyclist (Dotsie Bausch) What's your addiction? The phone dilemma The layers of addiction Are you trying "not to feel?" Relationships with moderation Dax Shepard on relapse Obsession with the sport Ironman Depression Physical Pain/Emotional High Finding your fuel Taking the edge off your triggers Acknowledging the pain Do we look for obsessions? Where we find our fixes Our "why's" fluctuate A "more is better" world The pressure of "one-upping" yesterday What's success to you? The moments that stick with us The Happy and Healthy commitment Appreciating what we have right now Is the one-way media wearing us out? Money is never enough Impacting others The hardest questions athletes have to answer Do you take out frustrations on your run? Swimmer flexibility How slowing down makes you stronger Ironman is aerobic! What drumming can teach us about triathlon Creating different speeds in the water Letting go of impressions learned as kids Don't crush yourself in every workout Dotsie Bausch Interview ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

What we do is hard, and that's why we do it, but do you find the edges of your limits? We had a three day event in Chattanooga and were reminded why we love to test ourselves. Today, we look at ways to approach and push through the pain and discomfort. Also, why that matters in life and why it's important to get out of your head, move things around in your body, and not quit. Topics: Our Ironman Weekend Event in Chattanooga Races opening up around the world Swimming 2.4 in an Endless Pool Challenging Bike Course Flipping Your Switch When race excitement is removed Envious of the pain? Your celebration can look however you want it Rediscovering something you've lost Looking for connection Using race energy True grit experience One person can make a difference Finding a feeling of belief The keys to beating negativity and self-doubt Leaning into your thoughts of fear Long runs more for the mind than body? Isolation forces you to recognize strength What to expect in an Ironman marathon The ease of being distracted It would be easy to quit Yoga and leaning into it Don't believe how you feel Mike's first mountain bike race Why is it so terrifying to fail in training? Do you tap the potential when the lights come on? What's your body capable of? What is pain? Approaching danger zones Attempting to Swim the English Channel Mike and the Park Ranger ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Train with an empty cup, always looking to learn. The questions never end and athletes with a mind open to improvement find the most enjoyment. Finding that passion is what keeps you engaged and having the most fun in a sport that can be demoralizing if you let it. Don't try to impress your coach, spouse, arch rival, or kids, impress yourself. The races are coming and there are no failures, only opportunities to learn. Topics: Questions never end in this sport Inspire Your Own Journey Burn out rate There's no finish line Never giving up on athletes Coaches don't "make" athletes be ready "Learned" coaching as kids Flipping your own switch Who are you looking to for approval? Have you disappointed your coach? Where do you set your bar? Put less pressure on yourself React to losing like the pros The collectors after Mike What upsets Coach Robbie When people force their reality on others Don't live in other people's misery The races are coming A C26 Athlete Set to Swim the English Channel Find ways to continue to push yourself You grow or you don't It's been really easy to be negative, don't be There's never a better time to get up and do what you want It doesn't have to be perfection, start something . . . Monks and the key to happiness Following your passion and be productive What upsets Mike ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

We're back in Chattanooga at the C26 Hub and optimistic about a lot of things. The weather, the racing, the possibilities. Today, we look at cutting through the clutter and finding the simplest ways to feel good and perform your best. Coach Robbie talks his coaching philosophy and how it's changed over nearly 20 years. Mike explores his inner monk. Topics: Back in the C26 Hub in Chattanooga The weather is making a difference Similarities in endurance sports Our podcast philosophy How Robbie's coaching has changed since the start Covering the Gray Areas Danger of complacency Guiding principles of endurance Ignore the short cuts High Volume Responder? Coach's big value discovery New and exciting all it's cut out to be? When new is really old Collagen is now the thing How do you simplify training/life? Trying to get better and feeling good The hard part of trying to follow Pro triathletes Paying attention to the little things as a coach The best laid plans . . . Is training really "that" complex? Not being so rigid The Body/Car analogy The Tri-Calc math Yes, you can Finding that drive This SHOULD be IRONMAN Chattanooga week Missing that excitement Running etiquette ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

One more podcast from the road before being back in the studio. Today, Mike & Robbie talk about the complexities of life colliding with the complexities of triathlon. How to "create your own race" in the sense of a short term goal. Motivation to get better and not use race day as an ending. They also talk about building a 3-sport engine and what you should be working on most with regard to your strengths and weaknesses. Also why tests don't tell the whole story. Topics: Triathlon redshirt How has this year changed us? The C26 Weekend Ironman Races can be whatever you want it to be No race is the same Race lead ups are never the same What to do when you don't have a race Do you look beyond the race at hand? It's easy to get lost in long term planning Zen . . . race as enlightenment No absolutes Understanding sacrifices It's incredibly complex Are you up for a 2-3 year plan? Robbie's fresh perspective on training What's your natural sport of the 3? Can you get that back quicker than others Why tests don't tell the story The power of adding an hour of cycling a week Building a 3-Sport Engine ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

We spent last weekend on a C26 Outreach Tour to our athletes in Houston, Madison, and Indianapolis. Today we talk about the experience along with how when life gives you lemons . . . We doing actually use that phrase, but it's certainly been a year of making the best of what we have. We swam, biked, and ran with our athletes on location, but maybe more importantly connected over meals and great conversation. Topics: C26 Outreach tour All about community Mike's Recap of Madison Robbie talks Houston trip Feeling bits of excitement Feeling connected The IMWI "faux finish" Seasonal EPO What do you have to lose Figure out a way Staying on the road Are you all in or all out? Staying in the 70-80% range is HUGE The power of chipping away Workouts are all connected Don't look at small sample sizes Find the fun and the energy from your workouts You're always changing ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

This should be peak season for the full Ironman races we cover, but alas, there will be no pretty medals. So, now what? Today, we grab our lunch pails to stay strong and positive about what's coming down the road. We also look at the biggest mistakes runners make and break down "go easy" and Zone 2 depending on your life situations. Unhinge the intensity and flow. TOPICS: Staying positive about races Optimism about what's down the road Committing to connection with people A lifelong pursuit The lunch bucket workouts I wanna show myself that I can Keep proving to yourself that you can in the future Building blocks of behavior David Goggins' mindset changers When your motivator is taken away . . . now what? The feeling you get from working hard Are you proud of yourself or disappointed Mike's endless pool PTSD The Number 1 Mistake Runner's Make Do you run Enough?? Do you run too fast too often? Knowing what's too hard or too easy Has Coach Robbie ever had to fire an athlete? If so, why? How to adjust your effort to meet the workout Go easy? Go Z2? What does that mean to you? Zones vary depending on life stresses American Gladiator analogy with running Being able to "let go" when you run Running easy vs. digging in and pushing off as hard as you can Unhinge the intensity and flow ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Triathlon training is not one size fits all. Today we look at the psychology and physiology behind different training methods. We talk about the value in things like walk/run or total immersion swimming, but also look at ways to move beyond them into running and swimming with more purpose. We also get into riding and running hills while understanding power, ROI, and effort in your training and racing. Topics: Square Peg into a Circle Training Plan Facing Fear of the bike Walk/Run/Walk Programs Galloway Method Total Immersion Swimming plus side Picturing yourself as a runner Injury prone? Are you getting too comfortable walking? Finding belief in your running Mike's infamous "don't walk" statement Confidence vs. Comfortable Turning walk/run into all run Cycling intervals outside in long rides Hitting power targets on rolling hills Consistent effort or power? Breaking rides into segment averages 1, 3, 10 second power average vs. lap avg. Go with the flow on the integrity of the workout Calibrating your internal power meter Riding through the hill The ROI on downhills is rarely there Managing terrain during races bike & run Effort on uphills and downhills Importance of Big Gear Work Withstanding relentless terrain When you go above threshold Practicing max aerobic power for short bursts Climbing hills with good rhythm How and when to attack downhills How long to hold back on the run Coast or pedal? Ironman Wisconsin hills ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

What are the most important parts of swimming, cycling, and running for you? Figure it out, and master those first. Today, we discuss an athlete visit to our Hub and how we broke things down into actionable steps that will help him be better without being overwhelmed. We also look into how we go about resetting our diet and nutrition when it starts taking a murky turn. First episode of listener voice call-ins. Topics: He Fell Asleep Racing the Bike Sleeping & Eating Nothing is ever finished in coaching Confusing is NOT enjoyable Unlocking your key layers The simple steps for teaching swimming Removing fear, intimidation, anxiety in the water Unlearning swim complexity Why the swim is so important Morning swim emotion Working so hard to go nowhere in the water Body position return on investment The pursuit to figure it out Nutrition Reset Simplifying food Slowing down Better sleep for better diets The basics of what works Junk Food basics Better diet momentum Stretching, foam rolling, massages ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

The "gray area" of life (and training) is the most confusing. Do you go where you want to go, or look for someone else to tell you the right way? You should try to understand the black & white, but own the gray. How do you feel about skipping a workout? The way to learn is to push the boundaries . . . and remember that everything is connected. As always, we connect training to difficult decisions in life and today, we look at making decisions on the go. Whether it workouts, work, parenting, etc. . . lessons are learned by experience. And accepting that experience. Do you beat yourself up for "Wrong decisions?" It's time to stop doing that, and work through them with people that matter. TOPICS: The Gumby 5k It's a great time to be flexible Encouraging ownership of flexibility Get it done, and do it right Ridding the guilt with you, friends, family Disappointed "future self?" When a coach alleviates stress Keeping "within the spirit" of your workouts People that can encourage your individuality Our realities are different and relative Ryan Holiday - The Obstacle is the Way We need people to empower our decisions Links of a chain . . . Working intervals into long rides The maturity level of knowing when to break a streak The addictive nature of endurance We all have the ability to get addicted to something The frustrations of thing not going your way… When people choose you to take out their frustration Turn training into "me time" first 45 minutes to yourself to be me and feel me Accumulated life fatigue from not taking time to yourself The social media feed of angst When we stew in our own muck How do you handle skipping workouts? Coaches should want athletes to KNOW THEMSELVES This journey is for YOU You missing the race or the journey? "A man who isn't his own doctor is a fool." Building layers of confidence on yourself Letting go to the lesson When you "own it" it's more valuable There is no copy and paste life ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

It always feels like we should be doing MORE. More attention to work, the kids, training, learning . . . but time is finite and to do all those things better, we need to be connected with ourselves. Today, we look at minimal effective dose when training, along with how life's distractions are piling layers of stress on us. We look at the best ways to connect the mind and body along with using watches, power meters, and other gadgets in a way that gives you better control over them and your body. Topics: Little bits of struggle add up Maintaining connection Sit down with a purpose and get focused It's not your fault races aren't happening A forced period of transition Good and bad stress We need little wins The difficulty of finding escapes What to do with limited energy Reconnecting with yourself "Performing" in life Why we can't hold back Little ways to feel better Understanding Minimal Effective Dose Appropriately Challenging Accumulated Fatigue Addictive Nature of Triathletes Stress fatigues you and Stress masks fitness Moving pea gravel vs. boulders Looking at where you came from Learning calculus takes time Your body learns differently You can't fast track your body Would you choose to know your race result in 10 months? Your growth in the sport should never be done Using your power meter for command Letting go of the data Satisfied with being able to participate To feel good and perform at your best ability ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

You don't have to be in mid-season form right now, but now is the time to engage a process for a successful 2021 season. Hitting January in shape to train like you want to train is a massive advantage. No more looking back. Even if you're only 10% better than you normally are in January. Now is the time to use 2020, not let it use you. Topics: Evolution of Robbie's Coaching History Our weekend hosting a Sprint and Olympic Mike's brief stint as a tennis coach Robbie's classroom philosophy back in the day It's been too long for all of us . . . Nothing to hang our hats on . . . Why athletes are bagging on training Reaping the rewards from your work How other sports translate into triathlon Long-distance mentality Tennis equals focus and endurance Just keep hitting back Patients gets rewards Are You Using 2020 or is It Using You? He drove from Massachusetts to race a Sprint 2021 Races will sell out quick Hitting January 10% better than usual You don't need to be in mid season form Flip The Switch Now The fitness formula The gift of extra time Training Availability is Fleeting Mike's back against the wall strategy Staying young as you get older Flipping a "dark picture" switch in races Believing your best races are yet to come Coach Robbie's drinking pain Drunk before Swim The Suck How To Truly Determine if you need a day off ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Coach Robbie tells a story about how he got up every day for three years to walk and go through a meditation. He said he felt like it was the right thing to do but it must be more than that, right? How do we find solid and long term motivation. Mike and Robbie talk about age differences and hair cuts, plus Mike gets highly frustrated by the alarm guy ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

It's been a wild ride, and in this 400th Crushing Iron podcast we look a toward the future with hope and talk about how we can re-enter into the race season in a smart way. We also get into what it means to power through rough spots, not only in training and racing, but this year that is 2020. Thank you for all your support along the way, we really appreciate you supporting C26 and the Crushing Iron Podcast. Topics: The Obstacle is The Way and why Mike hasn't read it yet. The Year of the Philosopher It's hard to spend too much time on your base Major Life Changes during the pandemic When racing comes back Navigating deferral options Individually built for different courses Don't schedule races for stressful times of the year Planning ahead for next year's racing The lure of racing everything in 2021 Reflecting and appreciating An entire year of training! Wow. Remembering the "end of race feeling" Training in ways to create race intensity Effective emotional energy The back half of the IM marathon "Finishing races" during training This time of year feels like the second loop of the marathon Practice being that finisher ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today we open up with the frustrations of everything going on and address how we are moving forward as athletes, coaches, and business owners. Frustration and anger hits everyone, but what do they mean at the core? How do we react and reframe challenges. It's not as simple as "glass-half-full" but it's definitely not a blame game either. How do we wake up and pursue something that builds deeper roots for tomorrow? Topics: Triathlon/Life both are a little dicey these days The frustrations and removal of stresses It's HOW we're dealing with everything When Robbie and Mike deal with tough days When you're in a boxing ring taking body shots Are you gonna say F-It or keep getting up The stress of kids and school Systems Checks When we don't know how long the fight is We're used to chasing a carrot . . . Is your glass half-full? It's easy to get angry now What about the 1st time racers mindset? Decisions when the race gets canceled The mad dash to put your chips back on the table When you need to pick up your poker chips and break Questioning your anger We all come from a different place Frustrations with big decisions When things don't look like you envision them Do you create problems or solutions? Opportunities are always there Instant engagement and fixes Isolation troubles Comfort food in need The need to escape Grounding ourself without stable future? Meditation and accepting things as they are Long-term simple habits When things we assume will happen, don't . . . We should be our biggest cheerleaders Is the world against you? Feeling Good As You Are ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

This is the perfect time to learn and understand the power of competing with yourself. Competition without pressure is a great time to build your ability to compete at your highest level. We will set expectations and often not even give ourselves a "win-credit" when we hit them. Be in the moment, do the quiet work, be consistent and accept and acknowledge the fact that you are getting better. We definitely negative split this podcast. Topics: We don't have all the answers Giving you something positive New audio game The Speed Cubing Championships (https://www.netflix.com/title/81092143) Having fun and making fun of each other The power of mentoring Teaching your enemies Internal competition Impacting others in sports Social and emotional confidence The impact sports has on us The impact you can have on others Is there such a thing as training "secrets?" This is the perfect time for . . . Living in the moment The energy of first-time families at Ironman Finding little wins in training Trading pressure for pursuit Recognizing growth Expectations are future resentments Is hitting expectations a "win?" When the fitness just "shows up" in workouts Reducing pressure on ourselves Test days tend to be more about losses Don't fail to appreciate just how healthy you are! When success comes from holding back You're doing things most people can't do ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

A lot of people look at what you're doing and think it's risky, but you have to do it for your soul. It's your passion and you have to follow that direction. Today, we talk about taking risks in triathlon and life, including opening our new training center during a pandemic. We talk about the polar opinions in the world and how it's time to carve your own path to reach your potential. This is also our first video podcast which will soon be available in the online hub at C26Triathlon.com. ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today, we go inside the coach/athlete relationship and show how it's much deeper than training and racing. We look at the importance of a clear mind so you can recalibrate during the day (or race) and create your own finish line. We also look at racing and how you can just see the anxiety in some people's eyes race morning. Where does it come from and how to find your pre-race calm. Topics: "Athlete A" and "Weight of Gold" Documentaries Coaching Obligations Once it's gone, then what's left? Emotional health of coaches The level of communication we have Get someone to help you sort it out Being empowered on your own Intellectual property of coaching? Making your own great race ending Mike's first finish at IMWI with Coach Coach's Rules for Spectating race day Pre-Race jitters and calm Nerves on the bike Timing mats misplaced Being calm on race day Why next year could put MORE pressures on you 365 extra days to practice Tri-calc We all have the same chapter in our books Next year will be magnified Paralyze by fear with everything to lose ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

"I always thought, I'm just a swimmer and not a human being." That's the quote from Michael Phelps that drove this podcast. Even thought we're amateurs our identity can get tangled and out of balance with the sport. We talk about using triathlon in a way that can truly change your life . . . if you're not running away from other problems. And we look at the idea that breakthroughs usually happen when things are getting the hardest. Topics: Increased Unrelated banter through first 10 minutes Podcast on video? Mike and Robbie's fashion input Michael Phelps Documentary talk starts at 10:00 mark The relative comparison between us and Olympians Race day comparison and self-flogging How we compare things that aren't the same "Life is just straight up hard" 17:00 Are you neglecting you for the triathlete? Healthy Escapes Are you running away or Chasing? Thankful for this podcast Using triathlon to alleviated anxiety and depression Breakthrough times are the hardest Never missing a workout (or a mortgage payment) Using training as visualization of an experience Emotional Releases Unpredictable, stressful, crazy… When training breakthroughs happen Going through it all makes us stronger ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Have you ever purposefully tried to "blow up" in a race? Maybe this is the time. Are you faster and stronger than you think? Today it's all about understanding your body/effort vs. pace. Navigating the terrain between smart and free to understand how we get better. The mental and emotional pieces of getting to know your body. Also, the concept of coloring outside the lines while training. This is how we learn and get faster by being free and understanding gratitude for the experience. Topics: The power of "blowing up" in a race The experience in discussion Triathlon doesn't have "clean answers" You never know. Finding your OWN way The Ebb and Flow of this season There is no "end" Where do we shave off 5 minutes in 5 hours? Dramatic shifts in approach to racing The Gratitude Perspective Racing is a Privilege Totally Free on the Course The dilemma between Smart vs. Free Maybe you're faster and stronger than you think How to find your top-end potential Color Outside the Lines Pain and Danger are different animals Embracing the blow up Are you digging deep enough in your workouts? It's about stimulus AND emotional and physical fatigue This is the year to take those chances! How Long Can you hold effort vs. pace? Training is Practice The belief and emotional re-wiring You have to challenge yourself "accomplish anything" ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com. Coach Robbie will lay out your entire season (from 12-40 weeks) culminating at your A-Race. Take the confusion out of your entire year for only $499. The package includes team events, access to our online hub resource library, priority camp registration and more. Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

There's something really special about knowing your friends and family are waiting for you out on the course. It's a feeling of excitement and belonging that's difficult to replicate. Today, we look at ways to find similar moments in training while most races are off the board. We also challenge you to ask if you're wasting time and finding excuses. Plus, will Ironman offer better races under new ownership? Topics: Reminded of how important the sport is to us The trouble with chasing "balanced" Keep chipping away Living in the present but being aware of what's coming When priorities shift Complimenting Life with Sport The feeling that takes us back to racing How it feels to see loved ones on the race course These are the good old days How to appreciate TODAY We have no idea when we're gonna see the finish line Why it's so hard right now It's the suffering that brings us together No finish line has been set up It feels like the old Louisville Run Course "I never would have done this on my own" How others raise our game Are we wasting time and finding excuses Is Mike Tarrolly reaching his potential Wake up with the intent to get better? You Can't Take a Pause In This Journey Ironman changes Hands Will Ironman be better with the new Ownership? ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com. Coach Robbie will lay out your entire season (from 12-40 weeks) culminating at your A-Race. Take the confusion out of your entire year for only $499. The package includes team events, access to our online hub resource library, priority camp registration and more. Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Chronic pains and fighting through injury don't have to be a way of life. Today we walk through all the little things that could be a big deal regarding your triathlon health, including the single most underrated part of healthy running. We get into flexibility, the bike's impact on your run, sleeping position, counter balance exercise, and noticing when you compensate. All of this aimed at helping you be the best and healthiest triathlete you can be moving forward. Topics: Happy Birthday Hayden Mike's Plantar Fasciitis getting better? No rushing back from setbacks The Bike's Relation to the Run Are you "always hurt?" Taking a step back and addressing injuries Running injuries from bad bike fits Fitness takes time to build AND go away Being healthy AND Availability to be your best This is the only body we have - "no just get by" What's the happy medium for not losing ground? Run through it?? Usually a bad idea Double check your bike fit for running Addressing "niggles" in the beginning The run takes the blame because it's last Triathlete's self-adjusting bike - it's all connected Are you compensating on either side? Out of balance will eventually show up in a major way Chronic injuries are rarely obvious events The smallest pieces of your "body watch" all have to work Counter balancing sleep position The problem with sitting Running hills: Is steeper really better? Healing and being healthy are never really over The patience behind being in consistent shape ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com. Coach Robbie will lay out your entire season (from 12-40 weeks) culminating at your A-Race. Take the confusion out of your entire year for only $499. The package includes team events, access to our online hub resource library, priority camp registration and more. Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

The hits keep coming, the latest Chattanooga 70.3 and Full, but we keep pushing on because we see the OPPORTUNITY. Whether it's time for a change in your life, a chance to fully heal those nagging injuries, or work on your weaknesses, now is the time. We get frustrated too, but life is so much easier when you create your own finish line and see light at the end of the tunnel. Hopefully you find something in here to spin a string of negative events into positive. Topics: The next phase of this year Will the kids be back in school More "body shots" in Chattanooga It's easy to find problems . . . Don't bring problems, bring solutions When I was a kid, we didn't race . . . we made shit up Being a kid again Saving a year of triathlon expenses This year is about finding a net gain This year is also like the back half of an IM marathon The "good news" in cancelled races for athletes There is a danger in "turning it off" Are you really happy with your reality? What if your Final Exam in your college got postponed? Now we're just looking at ourselves in the mirror The massive opportunity to build a bigger cake Swim, bike, and run "cakes" Fighting back from injury Happier and Healthier than before "You can't do that when" Treat yourself with respect an HEAL Living with chronic injuries ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com. Coach Robbie will lay out your entire season (from 12-40 weeks) culminating at your A-Race. Take the confusion out of your entire year for only $499. The package includes team events, access to our online hub resource library, priority camp registration and more. Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Struggling with motivation? You're not alone. If we were boxers this would be known as the Summer of Body Blows. Cancellations, adaptations, and heat have made it tough and today we acknowledge that while trying to talk ourselves into a positive space. Hopefully you can find some motivation, and get a better grip one how this bizarre little stretch of life can help us become better athletes and people. Topics: You are not alone with struggles Lack of motivation is normal right now Your number 1 goal right now should be . . . Injuries, setbacks, daily trouble shooting The hardest week of a training year Everyone has a plan till they get hit in the mouth The year of body shots Breaking down your objectives Vulnerability is a sign of strength Open up and let it out I'm not gonna sign up until I can do this . . . The three sport "comeback dilemma" The hidden fitness we don't lose Fitness all adds up Seeing huge gains down the road The Law of 7's Train so you can train how you need to train Is taking breaks a way to fast-forward? Breaking out of your groove Challenge yourself within the consistency Triathlon depression - Healthy relationships and camaraderie with triathlon Be part of a process No one has your life - "disrespectful to yourself" ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com. Coach Robbie will lay out your entire season (from 12-40 weeks) culminating at your A-Race. Take the confusion out of your entire year for only $499. The package includes team events, access to our online hub resource library, priority camp registration and more. Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today we cover a lot of ground. Heat and humidity's impact on swimming. Best hill workouts. How to manage strength, speed, and PRs as you age. Switching gears from triathlon to ultra marathons. Popularity build of "alternative" races. Ironman brand going forward. Supplements. Hiking vs. Running. Core temp recalibration. Strength training. Going from a 70.3 to a Full. Questions from Athletes: How is it that humidity has an impact on swimming? I mean, I'm in water... 100% humidity…. What are the best run workouts to fit in hills/elevation Help me with the mindset around getting older and slower. When I was younger every race was a PR, shoot... every workout was a PR. (Maybe exaggerating) Now that I'm starting over every workout and every race can feel like a disappointment, regardless if I gave it hell or not. If you are trained for an Ironman Race and it gets cancelled, how would you change up your training to do an 45 mile ultramarathon instead and how long would you need to get ready? Asking for a friend 😊 Is this the year that creates an adventure racing mindset? Swim/run, gravel rides, trail running? If you have never done triathlon, how many olys before bumping to a half, and how many halfs before attempting a full. This understanding each person is different age/condition/athleticism. I would love to hear you opinion on how Ironman will improve their image after refusing to be flexible with refunding athletes with every race being cancelled. Will athletes still be loyal or will the brand die? How bad am I making my coach pull her hair out by adding half marathon & full marathon races in at random like 2-4 months out? Or is it really no big deal? I second this question. Hey can I tuck a 50k in a few weeks before my 70.3? 🤷‍♀️ This time of year I can get out for sunrise swims. So peaceful.When I do i don't have time to fit in my strength training. Should i still do some form of strength still or swim harder to keep upper body strong. Where do I start with strength training? Videos, Yoga, planks/push ups? (47yo female) Do you feel like you can gain all the strength necessary FOR triathlon THROUGH triathlon by focusing on hills, big gear work, pulling in the pool, etc. Or do you think it's necessary to implement outside gym sessions focused only on strength? Also, beyond what I mentioned, what are some of your favorite swim/bike/run strength sessions? What supplements do you think are important for triathlete health and what do you take on daily basis (if anything)? Would it be silly to use swim paddles in OWS training ? Recent podcast one of my favs. I was there in lville 18 , will never forget my coach Robbie hug at the finish line. Lol. Is there a way one can use multi-sport/triathlon training program to prepare for a marathon and improve timing? Fatigue due to higher running mileage is a limiter here. With all the IMs being cancelled and thus registrations getting deferred until next year, how easy do you think it will be to sign up for an IM next year? Who is your favorite athlete? And what made you choose me? If you're training g consistently and in "70.3 shape", how long is an IM build? How much time before the race would you begin a race specific build? To add on to Ashley Drayer's question--when is the best time/how many times per week to do said strength training so you're not so sore for the weekend long run? If your athlete gets sick during a heavy training phase, how do you ramp them back up after they're starting to feel better? What advice would you give to an athlete who believes in the run slow to run fast but consistently needs to WALK/run to keep heart rate down to an acceptable range? I've working at "running" since this winter and I'm not seeing much difference in heart rate or speed. Thanks! Hopefully this is a fun one...when you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? How does one "find" the short course gears (speed)? When I've primarily been training long and strong for long course without getting injured because of adding to much intensity too fast. When you push past the point of overheating your core temp (almost always on the run, amiright?) is there any way to pull it back down or are you just toast? I enjoy hiking few times a month in the summer with elevation. 3-4 hr hikes with 2000 feet or greater in elevation change. How can this be done without affecting overall training. Can this be done in place of a long bike or run? Can we get another dog cast? ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com.

Ironman Louisville holds many special memories for us and today we look back at the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also talk about the impact of Ironman on our daily lives and how races bring out the best in total strangers. From the swim line trepidation to the electric finish line, Ironman has a contagious energy that can literally change your life. Today is a sad day, but we use it to move forward and appreciate what we have. Topics: Sun at the end of the tunnel? The Race cancelation yo-yo Finding an outline to move forward They'll say it was COVID, but . . The "old" Louisville Heat Did the move from August ruin Louisville? Easier isn't always better Support from total random strangers boards at Louisville - "that's how life should be" An addictive energy that's impossible to describe What if no one was there cheering? Contagious energy Ironman race energy in every day life It's about the experience, the perspective and what you get out of it Finding presence at your race It's all about the faces in the swim line Don't take today's opportunity for granted IRONMAN LOUISVILLE TRIBUTE VIDEOS BY CRUSHING IRON: 2019 - https://youtu.be/98-tQj24Vww 2018 - https://youtu.be/5VYdpb-wCtc 2017 - https://youtu.be/daZVLcYC1XM 2016 - https://youtu.be/tVFcO1Yat_Y 2016 - Swim Start Walk-up - https://youtu.be/y6vXAIX0UKA 2015 - https://youtu.be/KtJwlTfaI_o 2014 - https://youtu.be/258p8OohPko 2013 - https://youtu.be/NzqanwwVonA ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com. Coach Robbie will lay out your entire season (from 12-40 weeks) culminating at your A-Race. Take the confusion out of your entire year for only $499. The package includes team events, access to our online hub resource library, priority camp registration and more. Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Working out is essentially damaging you body so it can heal and get stronger . . . so don't hammer so hard that you lose the nail. This is a GREAT time to find yourself and build your body for the long run. Quick fixes and hacks are popular because they don't work and we keep trying something new. Step back and be one with the process. Find the joy and love in the sport along the way to transforming your life. Topics: The C26 Hub Training Center is looking good in Chattanooga Getting lost in going big or going home Don't skip steps Robbie's first race Athlete development Do you need to feel shelled The hidden story of going too fast Working off small sample sets It's not always about getting there fast The best triathletes start short Fast at long distance? Rejecting the impulse Master small ball Short story, novella, book "I hope I'm ready" The Ironman buzz Nothing Truly Great Happens Immediately It's time to do your inventory progression This is all a great excuse to be doing base work You won't see improvement every day Be where you are Don't hammer so hard you lose the nail Working out essentially damages your body Are you doing okay? When your water is boiling all the time You and your thoughts ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach this season? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com If you're looking for a great custom coaching plan, please check out the new C26 Systems Plan for 2020 at the new c26triathlon.com. Coach Robbie will lay out your entire season (from 12-40 weeks) culminating at your A-Race. Take the confusion out of your entire year for only $499. The package includes team events, access to our online hub resource library, priority camp registration and more. Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby's work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: [email protected] Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]