Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast

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 in

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: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook:

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 - Wha

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: C26

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: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook: CrushingIron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushi

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

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 analysi

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 custo

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 info

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.

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: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook: CrushingIron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crush

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 h

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: C26Coach@gmail.com 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: C26Coach@gmail.com 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: C26Coach@gmail.com 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 o

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: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook: CrushingIron Twitter: CrushingI

"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: C26Coach@gmail.com 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: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook: