Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast

Triathlon is absolutely a sport that can change lives, but there always seems to be a mystery around how we can get more people to take that leap. Initiatives pop up all the time, but like most real changes it comes down to grass roots movements. We talk about what you can do to help make this sport more enjoyable and accessible to new people. We also talk about injury, sickness, how to approach workouts and races, along with offer different perspectives on living. Getting More Women Involved Sharing Tire Pumps At The Race How We Can REALLY Make This Sport Better Your Number One Race Goal How To Deal With Being Sick Coming Back Strong From Injuries Aiming Low Accepting Who You Are State of the Sport Address What's the perception of Triathlon? Why so many white dudes ins this sport? Check out our new Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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.crushingiron.com

Wouldn't it be great if you lined up the morning of your next race with no fear or anxiety? To be relaxed, smiling, and already at peace with the outcome? We think so too and today we explore ways to find that mindset, not only for races, but for training, and every day of your life. "Don't judge. Simply realize that pain is part of life. If you grow, there is pain, and if you don't grow, there is pain." - Baron Baptiste Centering with Appreciation for What Is The Biggest Race of The Year is Your Next One Getting rid of excuses and "buts" A New Way to Look at Your "C" Race Relaxing with what is Understanding The Process of Growth Being able to line up before your race and say, "Man it doesn't get any better than this." If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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.crushingiron.com

Welcome to the 135th Crushing Iron Podcast. Today we springboard off the Super Bowl into how you can outsmart your competition on the race course. We talk about everything from training to fast to getting your breath under control at the start of the swim, bike, and run. We also look at overall mindset for training and race day, starting with humility. How Training Fast Can Hurt Your Race You are only entitled to the action, not the fruit Quick Super Bowl Recap Preparing for the Unexpected Understanding the importance of Zone 1 and Zone 2 The Crushing Iron "Politics" Podcast?? Working Your Aerobic system smarter and more efficiently Do they have a back up for Timberlake? Defense Wins Championships Balancing confidence and humility Cautious optimism Respecting the distance How to deal with headwinds Let go of your time and mph addiction Why giving more race effort can hurt you Racing smarter usually wins If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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.crushingiron.com

We recently read another article on about the New England Patriots and Bill Belicheck's philosophy that prompted this discussion. They practice with runs that are only directly related to plays in the game. For example, they may have the kick off team line up then sprint 70 yards. Then, they will have them jog back to the same line and do it one more time, just in case there is a penalty on the last play. We wondered how this philosophy could apply to triathlon, and of course, we believe it does. Coaching philosophies across platforms - Belichick returns It's Not Always Harder and Faster Consistent ease The power of lower cadence Keys to not taking days for granted Race pace vs. Race Effort Training Why Belichick wouldn't be a fan of super long runs Training to Hold Power Vanity FTP and how it distorts your race results How cycling and running training work best together How much running do you have to give up to raise your FTP? Training for Hot Weather When It's Cold Sauna Training Importance of Sodium If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

We focus on making our lives easier every single day, but as triathletes, we take a conscious choice to make our lives harder. So, in that vein, things have to change. We have to accept that it isn't "hard" but it's a daily routine that we fall into. Triathlon is a pressure point. It's like you have this non-stop-dull pain, and triathlon comes along and helps you re-focus a lack of routine or your pain into a more productive way. But once you're in, that process continues as we keep facing new challenges. Now, how can you start shaving 5 seconds off a 100-yard swim? "All negativity is caused by an accumulation of psychological time and denial of the present. Unease, anxiety, tension, stress, worry - all forms of fear - are caused by too much future, and not enough presence." ― Eckhart Tolle, The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment Today's Topics: Answering a common coach question: "Do you think I can do . . . this?" The greatest ability you can have as an athlete The number one obstacle between you and your PRs. How setting PR goals can hold you back The Positives of Choosing To Make Our Lives Harder How to tell if you're in a prime zone for your race Managing Expectations Good and Bad C26 Athletes taking 10 seconds off their 100 pool time in January Letting go of the past and your ego. How to reduce dog hair shedding by 80% What can possibly motivate us to try to shave 4 seconds off our 100 swim time? Get in the Habit of Thinking You Can Do it Today Nick Saban vs. Lane Kiffin When you should think about using hacks 1500+ days of consistent sobriety If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Imagine playing basketball in front of 70,000 people and millions on TV. Today's guest, Zak Showalter, did just that for the University of Wisconsin. His career took him to 2 different Final Fours and four Sweet 16's and now he's tackling Ironman. He's graduated, stepped away from basketball, and turned his sights on Ironman Wisconsin. Our goal for this podcast was to see how many lessons learned from Zak's days at Wisconsin under Hall of Fame coach Bo Ryan translate into triathlon. As it turned out, a lot of them do. We start with some of Zak's endurance background and early training challenges. Then go into how what he learned on the basketball floor can be translated into Ironman training: Were you ever into endurance sports before? What it's like hanging out with Packer's QB Aaron Rodgers What it was like to work with Michael Jordan's strength coach When he decided he wanted to do an Ironman How he deals with Winter training in Wisconsin What's it like going from a high exposure team sport to an isolated training world? A coach's message "Play hard, play smart, play together, and have fun." Race like you train - Zak tells us how what he learned from the daily grind of college basketball practice and how he thinks it can be applied to triathlon training and best set him up for the race. Ups and Downs - How to stay level headed and on the same path when faced with setbacks of a big loss or the the high of a big win. Patience - Wisconsin basketball is built on patience, both in execution and sytem. Zak gives us a perspective on how they looked at a long season or career and how the philosophies can apply to Ironman training. Emotions- He takes us in the locker room before Wisconsin faced off with a 38-0 Kentucky team at the Final Four. How is it possible to stay calm when you're running out in front of 70,000 people to play a game watched by millions? He gives us a very simple solution. Diet: How did you guys eat? Was there a big focus on nutrition or were you just kids? Has that changed as you train for Ironman? Here are a couple videos of Zak in his playing days: - His salute to Aaron Rodgers after hitting a buzzer beater against Florida - High School State Championship Opening Tip Dunk Zak on Instagram: zshowalter3 Zak on Twitter: @ZShowbball333 If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Buckle up for another hour of triathlon training talk with the one and only Steve Delmonte of Delmo Sports. He puts on multiple races a season around New Jersey and receives high praise from athletes for a great experience. He doesn't hold back and gives a great perspective that can help many of us find our true "WHY." Please subscribe to Crushing Iron on iTunes if you haven't already and we'd love it is you like this one enough to share with training friends. Some of today's topics: Why He Thinks Pool Triathlons Can Grow The Sport Triathlon For Women Only Special Announcement from C26 Triathlon and Delmo Sports about Ironman 70.3 Atlantic City What Motivates Triathletes Technology in the Triathlon Pro Triathletes and Why It Doesn't Move The Needle What it's Like Picking Up New Events How Lance Armstrong Would Have Changed Triathlon The Pitfalls of Attaching Triathlon to Your Identity Why Crushing Iron is His Favorite Triathlon Podcast Penalty Talk - What's on the official's mind— when officials should look the other way Logistics of Launching a New Race… road closures… certain dates Shutting down Intersections What do athletes miss before, during and after races that Race Director's wish they would pay attention too? Why are all the great open water swimming events on the East Coast on the same weekend??? Escape the Cape, Eagleman and the Great Chesapeake Bay 4.4 miler. As he adds events, does he worry about becoming stretched too thin and losing some of what makes his races/brand special Ironman AC 140.6 June 2019? Do you ever analyze areas of bigger opportunity outside of NJ? Why he doesn't offer discount codes for races Part one with Steve Delmonte Part two with Steve Delmonte If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

WTF is up with Ironman Age Group Dopers? I mean, we sorta get it on an addictive and narcissistic level, but are they really living that hard in their Glory Days? Well, we have news for you, you'll never be Sebastian Kienle. Today we explore how and why this happens, plus look at ego driven attitudes in triathlon and why they need to go. PEDs in Ironman - TUE - Therapeutic Use Exemption The Competitive Advantage Vitamin Supplements… do they work? Do we really need a pill? Drafting Discussion Triathlon Bullies Purposeful Cheating Some people need to get off their high horse Can We Really Change? Win At All Cost Mentality Addiction to Narcissism The Willingness to Help Others Get Better We Play Triathlon We We Aren't Always Right The Power in Sharing Your Secrets You Don't Build Community By Being A Dick If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

What can we learn about the differences between training and race speed of triathlon? How can the seemingly simplest workouts make a difference at the end of your race? Today is all about training your way to race speed so that day doesn't fall apart. Nobody knows more than you, but are you paying attention to the right things? Preparation lessons from Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, and the Patriots Let's Talk About That Final Play in the Vikings/Saints game Training Speed vs. Race Speed Being Ready To Be Ready Respecting each workout When You Should Eat Sugar Overlooking comes back to haunt you Never Trust How You Feel In Racing Identifying with Pain The Difference Between Being Hurt and Injury Who Knows Better Than You? What Does Nailing A Workout Even Mean? More Silent Confessions New Segment- Quoting from Ironman Singles New Segment - Athlete Confessions If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

This Crushing Iron Podcast is based on a post from our closed Facebook Group: "I have a question about being "race ready" for a 70.3. We sign up the previous when we are at "peak performance". The holiday season passes, and you find yourself in January with 4 months to go for your first 70.3, and you can't even imagine being close to "ready". You don't know if you're training too much, or not enough. Any thoughts or help much appreciated!" It opened the floodgates and we dove into all things self-doubt regarding triathlon. Topics include: Keeping An Eye On The Big Picture Reflecting on Where You've Come From Not Living In A Problem That Doesn't Exist Recharging Why Peak Fitness Year Round is Impossible Between Fresh and Fatigued Self-coaching benefits and challenges Beating Negative-Talk Loops Meditation Detox Mike's Silent Confessions Peaking too early Why You Should Write About Training The True Benefits of Coaching When You're In Love, Go There How Do You know You're going the Right Direction? How Experts Make Our Lives Easier Hard Is Never Easy And Why This Comment Doesn't Fit The Podcast If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Are you training for long term success in triathlon? Complaining Gets You Nowhere Testosterone and Estrogen Balance National Title Predictions Lifetime Fitness Bans News On TVs What is Stealing Your Joy Temperament fluctuation through the year Structuring Your Lives In January for Success Commitment or Shattered Dreams? Premature Optimization Triathlon as a Year Round Affair Why Scheduling Days Off Backfires Setting Up A Positive and Supportive Environment Chronic Training Injuries Training Should Give You Energy, Not Take it Away Ego vs. Lack of Confidence Accepting What The Day Gives You Why Ordinary is the Key To Extraordinary Long-term Committed and Patient Investment If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Triathlete's can't get enough swim talk and the Crushing Iron Podcast is listening. Here is Part 4 of our popular "How To Not Suck At Swimming" series. Swimming has so many moving parts and aside from the topics below the guys get into a general "How To Learn" and get in the right mindset mode when it comes to swimming. Are Swimming Tools like a Drag chute right for you? How many days in pool to see faster times? How to avoid bending at knees while kicking? Need to bilateral breathe? How to stop crossover arms? Drills? Importance of stroke cadence… what to measure and wis it important? why? confused about speeding up stroke The Truth about Total Immersion swimming? Strength work outside of the pool? What muscles should we target? When and why to use stretch cords? How to practice sighting in a pool Master's Swimming Rant? Note: How To Not Suck at Swimming Part 1 is episode #12. How to Not Suck at Swimming Part 2 is episode #20. Part 3 is #125. If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us with a direct pledge here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

The Crushing Iron Podcast kicks off 2018 with a return to our popular "How To Not Suck at Swimming" podcasts with Volume #3. Today's cast is driven by listeners and Mike and Robbie give you solutions to a lot of swimming issues for triathletes. You'll find answers for these questions and more to get you off to a great start in the water. Please check out www.crushingiron.com for information on our Swim Camps and Swim Analysis Videos. Beating Drag. What to do about Sinking Legs - How do I beat periods of Breathlessness in a race? Fixing incorrect kick timing after years of doing it wrong How much kicking is ideal to "save legs" vs. going faster Is your kick actually slowing you down? How to get into cold water? inch in, use ladder, jump in? Benefit to using other strokes? breast, back, butterfly? How to beat goggle fogging? Flip turns? Beneficial? What's the ticket to speed? Note: How To Not Suck at Swimming Volume 1 is episode #12. How to Not Suck at Swimming Volume 2 is episode #20 If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

How do your react to bad weather, race changes, or life complications? Tactics for pre-race and in-race calm Choppy Waters: Dealing with swim anxiety Is it what happens, or how it affects you? Being at peace with adverse race conditions Mother Nature isn't out to get you Built In Excuses Breaking The Creature of Habit How to be "Country Strong" The Perils of Obsessing Over "Best Case Scenario" Making Stress Less Stressful Mike and Robbie's Netflix Picks If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

The Crushing Iron Podcast puts you in prime position for a great start on January 1, 2018. Good decisions happen from the right state of mind but often we make big decisions from a bad place. We wake up after staying out late, over eating, drinking, etc... and instead of doing "something" we decide to plan our week. Today we explore the process of doing that planning AFTER you actually do something productive. Also: Exploring the #1 Week of Limbo Why You Should Re-define Monday Binging On Netflix - Peaky Blinders Your State of Mind and Good Decisions Making today, today How Can You Make it Fun? Ordinary as a means of extraordinary The fight or flight of triathlon Preheating Your Training Oven If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

Today, the Crushing Iron Podcast tackles training/race etiquette and some of the funny things that happen in triathlon. What do you do when someone won't offer to share a lane at the pool? How do you handle "on your left?" Would you stop if someone fell down in front of you during a race? Plus, is there anything worse than a GI issue after 6 months of training? The guys give some solutions. And how do you justify buying new equipment, or a bike? Some of today's topics: Does equipment make a difference? How and when do you justify purchases? When do buy a new bike? What makes your bike most aero? Upgrading your bike Trail running Pre-Race meals Worst Pre-Workout meals Cramps GI issues Trail Running Etiquette How do we feel about "On Your Left" Why the next 30 days are about Patience Swimming Pool Manners Crazy things that happen at the pool If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

The Crushing Iron Podcast interviews professional triathlete, Andrew Starykowicz. Topics: When He Started Believing He Could Go Pro Pretenders—>Fringe Athletes—>Contenders His Cycling Philosophy and Why He's So Fast How He Discovered the Crushing Iron Podcast His Analysis of the Ironman Wisconsin Bike Course (Including Barlow) Does he prefer hats or visors His insight on aero helmets How he uses his Crushing Iron t-shirt He interviews us The never-ending challenge of finding sponsorship How the "little things" helped him win Ironman Louisville 2017 The Importance of Race Experience Swimming in the Dark at IML First loop vs. Second loop at 27 mph on bike How He Wants You To Help Triathlon Grow His Number One Go-To For Recovery What He Thinks Is The Most Underrated Part of Triathlon Training If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

Sometimes it's easy to forget that we have the power of shaping our days and lives. We get trapped in a pattern of writing the same story over and over. Today we talk about the importance of change, challenge, and growth and how it all plays a part in writing your own story. Running outside vs. a treadmill Mike's legitimate Badger tie-in to triathlon Why we need to get outside Why your body likes the cold The key to consistency The Isolation Effect The Seasonal Wellness Bug Putting someone else first How Helping Others Helps You Reach Your Goals The power of taking a walk Are you writing the same chapter over and over? If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

The Crushing Iron podcast is driven by the listeners and today they have spoken in a big way. Dozens of questions were asked and many are answered. Will Mike and Robbie go vegan again? Will the Crushing Iron podcast keep being twice a week? Fasted workouts. When, duration, time of year, benefits, frequency? KETO/Butter coffee? What is ideal race weight, what does it mean, and when should you hit it? Will Rich Roll fall off the vegan train? Do Recovery boots work? What about compression socks? Should you run in different shoes to balance your foot strength? Should you practice your flying dismount? New hats and visors? Many more . . . If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

What are you doing when no one is watching? These are the moments that fill our lives and make them richest in the long run. It's easy to fall into the hack-trap but is there really a magic bullet for triathlon, or life? Today we dive into what's really going on when we search for simple and quick answers. Motivation without Energy? Fakin' it Till You Make It Deconstruction vs Reconstruction The Difference Between Being Hurt and Injured Freeing Your Body Movement Not everything done well is done fast The Plow Through It Lifestyle Embracing the Little Things No such thing as an overnight success We're all going too fast How to regain your passion Winning Friends and Influencing Yourself If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

We all want to kick ass every day, but sometimes nature has a way of reminding us to back down a little. The question is, how much? Today we talk about the challenge of the holiday season and how you can stay in a groove with so many distractions and anxieties. And if you're looking for a great "alternative vacation" next year, we talk about our C26 Camps in detail toward the end of the podcast. Information can also be found atwww.crushingiron.com/camps Enjoy the episode and thanks for listening! Reflecting on Where You've Been Your Fitness Won't Just Vanish Having Confidence in Where You Are Holding Your Ground With Family Setting Boundaries and Sticking to Them Dealing with Negative Energy Danger of Pre-Determined Outcomes Don't Beat Yourself Up Why Did You Choose "Not To Do It?" How Can You Have More Energy Tomorrow? How Many Times Should You Burn A Match Building Your Bonfire - The Ultimate Preparation Analogy If you enjoy the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us on Patreon. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Most of us have a dominant body side, and over time that can impact the efficiency of a triathlete. Not only does it create pain and injury, it takes more energy and will slow you down over the course of a race. Today we talk about ways to use the off season to renovate the body. Swimming Simplicity How you create imbalance Working on your weaknesses now Why it's so important to work harder on your strongest event How to be consistently optimistic Revisiting the basics Teaching to learn Restricted breathing practice in the swim Pedal stroke efficiency Return on training investment The most gratifying things in life aren't instant If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

What's the first thing most of us do when we get a PR, either in a race or workout? We usually try force it to happen again the very next time, just to prove that we can do it. But this can be the beginning of a bad road. Today we talk about the importance of building your chassis and engine together. It's all about balance, timing, and knowing how to recognize what you really need. - Tennessee Fans Pile on Greg Schiano - The Benefits of Yoga in Triathlon - The Biggest Risk You Take When Building Speed - How To Recognize If You Need More Speed or Strength Workouts - Understanding the balance of hard and easy workouts - Building Your Chassis To Handle Your Fast Engine - The 3 Absolute Keys to Success In Triathlon - How Triathletes Force Square Pegs In Round Holes - Why Blunt Force is Never The Answer - The Worst Thing To Do After A PR - Swimming Slow to Get Fast If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Happy Thanksgiving from the Crushing Iron Podcast. Despite the title, this podcast is more about grace and gratitude. Today we take a look at how to be thankful for the ABILITY to do triathlon. It's easy to get into a funk, but that doesn't mean your year is ruined and you're not going to have a great season. The key is not BECOMING your rut. When's the last time you were proud of the process of how you emerged from the funk? We may not be where we want to be, but we've made the choice to get there. You aren't today's workout Dark times and Blessings Not getting ahead of yourself Gratitude reminders Experiences vs. Numbers When You Should Look Back Bad places are ok, just don't live there Crush Whatever You Eat Recognizing what you've done If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Squadcasts are ongoing series of interviews with the C26 Athletes. Traditional Crushing Iron Podcasts will continue to release on Monday and Thursday every week. Imagine being on stage with a panel of judges picking apart every flaw of your body. Erika Jurkowski was there and hated not only that, but the lifestyle. She was bringing her own meals to dinner parties and eating out of Tupperware while everyone else feasted. She wanted to have fun again, so she dove into triathlon with the same passion as bodybuilding. She recently finished Ironman Louisville and today she tells her story on the C26 Squadcast. - The challenge that changed her life - Why body building made her start to hate herself - Going from 500 calories a day to 500 on a long bike ride - Fear of the Swim - What convinced her to leave body building - From figuring out how to swim to signing up to a Half - Was she more nervous for a Sprint or Ironman? - How her lifestyle set her up for the fast track to Ironman - Her post-Ironman struggles - What's next? - The emotional roller coaster of the journey. - Her favorite part of training for an Ironman If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

How often do you really push yourself outside of the comfort zone? For a lot of us that happens as we train for our first big race, but after that can come complacency . . . or mediocrity. Today we discuss the complications involved with settling and or staying with a crowd and/or mindset that is holding you back. Staying in your own lane Why shrinking your circle is powerful What are you doing when no one is watching, or listening? The fear of wasting time How to remind yourself of your true path on a daily basis Why so many people "stay average" The power behind "the little things" "If I fail more than you, I win." – Seth Godin Happiness is not an action, it's a state. The C26 Book Club Podcast inspired by "Why Most People with Remain in Mediocrity" by Anthony Moore If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Is inspiration good if it doesn't create action? Today, Coach Robbie dives into Mike's brain to find out why he's so inspired, yet can't get training going. When does learning, planning, and researching turn into avoidance? - Does inspiration always need action? - Re-connecting with what you want to do and achieve - The guy in a top hat and handle bar mustache - Are you tired of settling? - How to not care about what people think - Why we let minor inconvenience trump momentum - What worked in season works in off-season - Painting the picture of your training - Pre-mature optimization - If you're out of shape, start now - The things we make up in our head that hold us back If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Something was missing in Somer Scandridge's life. She loved being a mom and taking care of her two kids every day, but she began to resent the fact that she didn't have something for herself. Her husband was gone every day finding fulfillment in a job that he loved while she felt she was lacking adult interaction. What started as a couple's spin bike venture quickly turned into a new and deep passion. Today she shares her story and encourages other stay at home moms (or dads) to ignite a new fire. And how that passion has made the entire family happier. Squadcasts is an ongoing series with our current C26 Triathlon athletes. They will be added as bonus podcasts within the main released casts on Monday and Thursday. We hope that you enjoy hearing stories from everyday athletes who have similar challenges and struggles as they grow in the sport. If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

One of the hardest parts of training is getting out of our own way. It's very easy to go "too hard" or "not go" when it comes to workouts, so having a clear grasp on WHAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU is the biggest part. Sometimes it's all about training your "state" of mind and body. Are you talking yourself into something that will hurt you in the long run? Track workouts, Off Days, Training Ruts, and bagging races. Topics for today: Working out when sick The Hardest Part of Running The power of not racing Truth about track workouts Are you running too fast? Coaching Pet Peeves One day off per week method?? Talking yourself into the wrong decision Training Ruts Just put the shoes on Holiday workout challenges When You Have to much going on The "Menu" workout plan Why We Like Daylight Savings Time College football talk If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Most triathletes figure out that most of their friends don't want to talk about their personal success journeys. Over time that can be a bummer and is the reason so many of us seek a community that supports, listens and inspires. That's at the core of why we started Crushing Iron and today we explore why all that stuff matters and can not only be the key to success in triathlon but life. - Connection in sport and life - The power in being open and honest - Filling voids - The best drug is people- Asking the "dumb" question - Americans and Diabetes - The top causes of obesity - Is obesity contagious? - The six foods that make up majority of American diets - Are we set up to fail in our diets? - Obsession with hiding - Friends vs. Relationships - So Many Experts So Little Time Adult Obesity Stats Americans and Diabetes If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

When you look back on your life or triathlon "career" will you be satisfied? Are you owning the little moments that make the difference? Ironman can be like a shiny new object, but what do we do when it's over and decide to keep doing triathlon? Today we look at finding joy in the little things and leaving no regrets on the table by "accumulating success." - Ugly Sweater Season Discussion - Brief College Football Rankings - Ironman Florida WINNER Elyse Gallegos celebration - Tapping YOUR potential - Leaving your "comfort zone" for consistency - Why to NEVER miss easy workouts - Executing today preparing for the extraordinary - Same prison, different face - Your precious time and never regretting - How getting sick can be a positive - Ironman Depression, what is it?? - A reminder of How Lucky You Are

We shouldn't decide to go pro or quit based on one workout . . . or race. The key to racing well is enjoying training, and that takes patience. The short-term power in being able to let go of the outcome. The ability to "be in the moment" is much different than being a prisoner of that moment and today we lay out several different ways to stay energized about the long-term potential of your triathlon experience. Topics include: Quick World Series recap and analogy of how you can be more like the Astros. Progress Not Perfection Don't Cut Down the forest, keep planting Do you have the courage to let go of the outcome? Prisoner of the Moment Shiny new objects How do you enjoy "what is?" Making workouts attainable Enjoying getting better Hurry Slowly PRs without intent Why smiling makes you faster Mike's crazy Ironman dream and his "Old man Twitter" habits If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

No one wants to be uncomfortable but facing tough situations is where we find growth. Today we look at how to embrace fears we may have of the swim, bike, or run and adjust or push past them. Sometimes it's as simple as not entertaining the thought but other times it's about defining your real need. We also talk about complacency as a fear when you might actually be satisfied with something you can do better. - Becoming the strongest version of yourself when it's hard - How negative thoughts manifest in your body - We create our world through thoughts and the body responds - Thoughts have to be entertained to have power - Don't race with your old resume - Stop limiting yourself - The "Ironman Letter Jacket" - I'll just do it tomorrow - Wants vs. Needs with regard to training - Where's the joy when improvement are harder to see? - Raising the bar and lowering the pace If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com The Crushing Iron Podcast is co-hosted twice a week by Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce

Courtney Dauwalter just won the Moab 240 by a margin of 10 hours. She ran 238 miles in roughly 58 hours. She took two naps, one of 20 minutes one of one minute. She went 98% blind during the last 10 miles of her most recent 100 mile run. So, what's stopping you? Today we look at the our capabilities as triathletes and humans. - Courtney says her diet is nachos and candy - The Moab race director is considering a 500 mile race next - How much rest do we really need after an Ironman or marathon? - Woulda, shoulda, coulda - How to quit lying to yourself - Is it Post Race Depression, or Post Purpose Depression? - Eliminating built-in excuses - Is it really more fun to wait? -------- If you dig the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

It's all connected, but this is far more than mind, body, spirit talk. It's about how you can believe in goals only to see them shattered because of the Domino Effect in triathlon. It's very real and will sneak up with you in many ways. How to hold your race together from pre-race through the run. All of the below topics are covered. www.patreon/crushingiron if you'd like to support our podcast. -How often are you satisfied with your race results? -Bouncing back from races -Getting there mentally… then physically… spiritually… -Addicted to the distractions -Struggling in the off season -What do you do when people aren't looking? -How this can be the most exciting time of the year -Your determination to do the small things lead to a PR -The cement within the bricks -Hold me over races -Early season vs. Late Season races -Late season burnout -Energy systems - Triathlon is one big domino -Traditional Bike Speed vs. Swim, bike, run -The Iron 10K -The watch interprets the story, it doesn't write it -Putting your heart rate monitor in a box -Why to quit testing so much -Doing the things you don't want to do ----------- If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Ironman Louisville 2017 was characterized by wind, rain, and falling temps, but we all know Ironman races are tough in general. Today, we take a deeper look at the race and how some of our athletes took it by storm, even negative splitting the marathon. It was a great day with lots of interesting learning points and we cover tons of them. ------ If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Mike and Robbie give a quick recap of the day that was Ironman Louisville... Highs, Lows, and in-betweens. The day was defined by wind and crazy temperature variance and made for a great challenge and a lot of success stories. We'll dig deeper into performances and things we learned from racing and other C26 Athletes who toed the line in Louisville in our Next podcast. Thanks to the dozens of C26 supporters who made their way to spectate. ---------- If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

When you're 4 days from your Ironman, the best thing to do is keep your mind quiet. Easier said than done. Today we preview our race at Ironman Louisville and go down the list with Ironman World Championship predictions. Are Ryf and Frodeno unstoppable?? Will Sanders make it happen? What about Ben Hoffman and Sarah Crowley?? Crushing Iron will answer those questions. ----------- If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Mike and Robbie are about to descend on Ironman Louisville and today they talk about their last week of taper and break down the Ironman Louisville swim, bike, and run course. Dealing with the sun on the swim, the rough road on the bike, and the most important markers on the run. They've also been posting public training recap videos for about 90 days on the Crushing Iron YouTube page. Also, check out our coaching and training plans at www.crushingiron.com - How to handle the revised Louisville Swim Start - The biggest challenges of the swim channel - How to deal with the sun in the swim - Breaking the swim course into section - A bike strategy for Louisville's course - Be careful of losing your bottles - The most important thing to do on the first mile of the run - Where to make decisions on the run - The Louisville Finish Line - Much more . . . If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

We both searched for a "special" topic for our 100th podcast, but in the end it came back to you. We wanted to talk about what all of this means and why we got started in the first place. Sure, there is some triathlon discussion, but we've always felt the mission is connection. It's about what inspired all of you to get into this sport. It's about the pain and struggle we all face. It's the need to become better at triathlon and life. There is something about being a triathlete that helps us all understand we're in this together, and being able to share and grow with people on the same journey is much more valuable than tricks to race faster. We've learned a lot along the way, and 99% of that is thanks to you. ---- If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

"Don't Try." - Charles Bukowski What if you didn't try so hard in your next race? Would it help you stay under control, more relaxed, and let the race come to you? We think so and today look at all the advantages of simply letting the race come to you. - How much is race energy worth? - Executing your bike with patience - Are you a submissive runner? - The 3 Doors of Racing - How do you race if your goal is shot early on? - How do you meet or exceed "fictional numbers?" - It's gonna hurt, how will you handle it? - Relaxing in the water - Finding your flow in all three disciplines Please leave us a 5 Star Review and awesome comment on iTunes. If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

You decide to change your life. You pick up triathlon and push yourself harder than you have in years. It's tough, and even tougher to keep going. You tell yourself (and others) that you're a different person, but that doesn't mean all things are "good." Then one day it really starts coming together and you begin to find the real you. - Being present for workouts - Working with "what you got" in Taper - The key to bike comfort - The biggest obstacle to your best performance - Life and training guilt - Letting go of a fake persona - Manageable Discomfort - Maintaining VS. Getting Stale - Choosing the Hilly Route Home - How breathing affects your race - What it takes to stay in aero - Planning for pain Please leave us a 5 Star Review on iTunes. If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

You always hear about "race strategy" but what does it really mean when applied to your actual training? Today, we look at how you can set a race plan that you can ACTUALLY HOLD during a race. We give you a different perspective on "what to count" from your long rides, when you should make critical decisions within a race, and some of the biggest mistakes you can make on race day. - How to get the most out of long rides - How to know when you can PUSH in a race - How to feel your best on race morning - Understanding what you can really hold on race day - The biggest mistake you can make on the bike - The nutrition puzzle and why WHEN you take calories makes a BIG difference for your GI issues - The best way to ruin your race - When and how to make critical In-Race decisions - Where you likely make the biggest mistakes in your race - Making SMART vs. IMPULSE decisions - Visualizing your race If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

C26 Triathlon is on the ground in Chattanooga for Ironman and we discuss the race up to mid-bike, including the swim and another scorcher of a day for this race. We also dive into addiction, the REAL stuff that gets us into this sport and how we can try, but often fail to explain to friends why we would chose to do 140.6 mile races. If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

You have to like something before you can love it. It's easy to make a rash decision to do Ironman, but is that the best way to get motivated and be better? Today we look at how setting up your race calendar can help you make better decisions, keep your focus and make you more consistent. We look at the power of shorter races and why scheduling a race too far in advance can backfire. - Bib Lists - How a race game plan can keep you extra motivated and focused - Why you should step back from your first instincts after a race - Ironman 70.3 Ohio - Chattanooga 70.3 - Putting "Markers" in place before you sign up for an Ironman - Realistic planning for Kona - How shorter races make you faster and stronger for Ironman - Don't forget about the other 364 days of the year - Why Racing too much doesn't help you - How to develop your true END GOAL - Setting up an easy 8-week jump from a Half to a Full - How Too Much Time Backfires If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, please consider supporting us here. Five bucks a month goes a long ways toward keeping this going. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

It's easy to let a perceived race goal build mountains of stress on our backs, but there's enough stress in life to carry extra burdens. Racing can and should be fun. Today we talk about the month leading up to Ironman Louisville and how we plan to let the stress drip away so we're relaxed and ready to have fun race morning. We also talk about ways to transform negative race events into fuel and clear your mind before/during a race. How to Turn In-Race Hiccups into Fuel In-Race techniques to enjoy the day Social Media positive vs. negative energy Getting Rid of Wasted Thoughts How to let go of the race pressure Finding Fun in Your Race Listening to the body Two Different Types of Racers Fear and Finding Your Maximum Potential Racing Free of Pressure and Stress If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Post race is one of the most bitter sweet feelings in triathlon. There's nothing like finishing the race, but waking up to empty streets, where no one is cheering you home can be a little deflating after such a big day on the course. Don't beat yourself up! Today we look at how to deal with post race letdown, how to overcome a lack of motivation, and how to get out of ruts at the end of your season. Rest is king after your race, but a few mistakes can put you on the wrong path in a hurry. - Post race blues - Overcoming lack of motivation - Getting out of ruts - How to stay motivated and find gains in the off season - Seasonal Depression - Why NOW is the hardest part of triathlon - How to rekindle your WHY - Reaction from Ironman Wisconsin athletes on the Wave Start - How much elevation does Ironman Wisconsin's Bike Course REALLY have? If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Supporting the podcast is how we keep up with the expenses of storage, hosting, and equipment. It also helps us get around to events and support you at the races. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Mike and Robbie share what they saw this weekend at Ironman Wisconsin and Ironman 70.3 Worlds in Chattanooga. Mike was in Madison, Robbie was along the Tennessee river watching some of the best in the world. - Reaction from racers about the courses - Discussion about each city's local reaction to hosting - What we learned from each race - What it was like meeting so many of you who listen to the podcast - And what's ahead at Ironman Chattanooga and Ironman Louisville If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

Ironman Wisconsin is a great environment and the Friday before the race Mike went to the water, drove the bike course, and ran the run course. He's done Ironman Wisconsin twice and puts together a few thoughts from today and combines them with his race experiences. Casual, late-night, hotel conversation. If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com

There's a TON of action going on this weekend and C26 will be all over it . . . starting with this podcast which talks about the INTENSE course at Ironman 70.3 Worlds in Chattanooga, including why some "world qualifiers" may not make the swim cutoff... Gives an Ironman Wisconsin Preview. . . AND... because we've allegedly been getting to introspective on podcast lately . . . we've added a special section on Volume and Intensity... specifically how you accumulate tons of safe mileage. It's a little trick coach calls "spreading the peanut butter evenly." Robbie will be at Worlds and I'll be at Wisconsin so you can expect a lot of updates here in the closed group. Thanks for listening to our podcasts! - Why Chattanooga Worlds swim course is as tough as it gets - Pro-talk - Who will thrive at 70.3 Worlds - Ironman Wisconsin Preview - How Starky will Do at IMWI - Strategy for applying training loads - accumulating safe volume - icing on the cake runs - micro training cycles - spreading the peanut butter analogy - Load and volume vs. intensity - quality vs. quantity If you like the Crushing Iron podcast, you can support us here. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to 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 Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com