The No Limits Hammer Harder podcast, where we discuss swimming, biking, running and endurance sports technique and coaching along with some general debauchery!
The gang’s back together!!! With the newly found free time thanks to the COVID-19 virus everyone jumped on a call to catch up and shoot the breeze for a while. We touched on some random topics, went off the rails as always, but brought it back around to talk about holding each other accountable and looking out for you fellow humans, and athletes. Everyone stay safe out there and do your best to keep active, and recruit a friend to join in on the fun to help with all the mental struggles that are surely happening right now!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code NLHH at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In today’s episode we have the pleasure of chatting with Michael Folan, president and CEO of Infinit Nutrition. We discuss everything from nutrition, salt content, special needs bags Cincinnati bike routes and much more. There is also some Triple T talk peppered in there with a few special detail. An excellent conversation with an awesome person who created an amazing company.
oday episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In today’s episode we chat a bit about the podcast industry, and Gimlet Media getting bought by Spotify and nerd out for abit. We keep that pace going in talking about SRAM’s new AXS 12 speed groupset which looks awesome. We briefly touch on Coach Wes moving up from an abacus to a Fenix 3 which leads us to talk about Garmin buying Tacx and what that might mean for smart trainers. We discuss Wes not getting into Dirty Kanza and looking at Calvin’s Challenge in addition to the Garrett County Gran Fondo Diabolical Double. We then move on to talk about Rocco moving across the country and finally discuss the awesome weekend coming up at Self Made Training Facility Columbus with the Arnold Classic. Come out to the gym and have a look!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In today’s episode we talk with Josh Sprague of Orange Mud. They make awesome packs for running, cycling, and some very cool lifestyle accessories. We discuss everything from titanium bikes to pack design to endurance racing and some bladder cleaning tips. Awesome conversation, go enjoy!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode the gang is back together and we have some catching up to do! We talk about how old we all are, and how much these damn kids and their music. We briefly touch on Joe Rogan and his highly anticipated interview with Kanye. David Goggins’ new e-book comes highly recommended from Coach Wes and sounds like an amazing listen. We chat about our running and cycling gear preferences, and end on discussing our race planning for the upcoming 2019 season. Including the possibility of an Everesting “run” for Wes.
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In today’s episode we talk about how all of us are feeling fat and lazy in the off season. Wes preps us all for him not running the Rocks and Roots 20k. Rocco is now on the hook as Wes’ tech support for his Wahoo Kickr that is setup but sitting idly by. We hear more about Rocco’s experience with Zwift and indoor training. Rylon gets berated about not commiting to a full distance Ironman race, and we discuss Dirty Kanza, and Barry Roubaix. Wes also brings up Jesse Itzler’s new Everesting race, which seems crazy and is crazy expensive.
Today’s episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!In today’s episode with talk with NLHH Athlete and friend Damas about a bit of everything… We discuss childhood poop stories, the new Conti GP5000’s, the upcoming TdF schedule, Lance Armstrong, ego, and how Damas got into endurance sport. Hell of an episode, hope you enjoy.
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In today’s episode Coach Wes and Rylon catch up after a two week hiatus caused by the inevitable headaches associated with the opening of Self Made Training Facility Columbus. We’re happy to report that gym is up and running, so swing in for a tour!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.This week with Coach Wes busy tying up the last few loose ends with his gym we’re super grateful to have friend of the show and business partner to Wes, Aaron Ansari. We talk about the drama around Kona with all of the injuries plaguing the pro field and several new bike releases from the likes of Felt (Josh Amberger’s IA Disc), possibly Cervelo, Specialized and Pinarello. We move on to discuss the craziness that is the bike standards currently and the confusion around buying bicycle tires!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.ROCCO IS BACK! Ok, now that that’s out of the way… In this episode we hear about Rocco’s trip to Utah and all of it’s epicness. Wes give us an update/vent about his gym and the impending opening! Rylon talks about his race at Deer Creek and his three minute PR. We finish up the show by talking about how no one is perfect, even if you’re trying to adhere to the no zero days ideal, don’t beat yourself up and double up workouts.
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode of the podcast we talk with Andrew Wallace about Fleet Feet/Front Runner shoes, Fit ID (Rylon’s Scans), Karhu Shoes some new bike day discussion for Andrew as well as a lot more!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode we’re “missing” Rocco while he’s out in Utah. We discuss taking out TT bikes on the wrong kind of ride, and having a terrible time. We the move on to discuss the unnecessary controversy around Daniela Ryf and her tri top zipper breaking while she handily won IM 70.3 World Champs. We talked about Elon Musk on Joe Rogan’s podcast, lots to talk about there!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In today's episode we jump right off the rails and talk about Paul Flart, hear about Rylon getting a wheel truing stand in preparation for rebuilding some wheels. Tim Don got his redemption chance at Kona as he clenched a roll down spot.We move on to talk about Ashley Horner and her attempt at the 50-50-50 and all of the hate that she's unfortunately been getting. Next we discuss the confirmation that Cavendish has been diagnosed with mono. That transitions us into talking about mental comebacks and the huge challenge that mental challenges.
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In today's eipsode we jump right off the rails and right in to the gutter! We start with discussing the Zwift Triathlon Accademy, and some pretty cool perks for the winners. From that conversation we discuss Peloton bikes, and how they took over the Proform bikes from years past. Next we hear about Rocco's upcoming bike tour in Utah, chat about the Hincapie gran fondo and the Asheville gran fondo and another awesome race experience the Black Berry Farm pro-am classic. That conversations takes us to a discussion on chain lube and how Rocco and Wes don't maintain their bikes and how much Rick Miller probably hates them for it. Rylon waxes his chain using Molten Speed Wax, Wes uses Boeshield T-9, Rocco uses Rock n' Roll Gold. Finally we discuss Ashley Horner, who is attempting to do 50 iron distance triathlons in 50 states in 50 days. Her efforts are all centered around raising money for Maison Fortune Orphanage in Haiti. Go check her out on Instagram, Strava, and keep an eye out for some live tracking on Wahoo Live. Get ahold of us on our social media below if you'd like to come out to ride with her when she makes her way to Cincinnati.
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode we talk about Egan Bernal's injury. Peter Sagan pulling out of European Championships. We'd also like to encourage you to go contribute to the Go Fund Me for Adrian Costa who sustained and injury while climbing. We then move on to discuss with Dan his injuries, recovery, and becoming an elite aqua bike athlete. Some great insight and an amazing story!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode we talk with Juan Montoya, the winner of the 12 week training plan giveaway and his awesome PR race at IM Ohio 70.3 As always we delve in to some crazy conversations that are totally off topic, enjoy.
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode we are all in the same place to celebrate our 100th episode! We discuss the Tour de France thus far and all of the havoc that has happened thus far. We recap and summarize some of the heat acclimation discussion we had last week. Then, as you would expect after a few drinks the whole thing degrades into havoc.
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode we talk about the most recent Tour de France stage to us, and our opinions on having such a cobble heavy stage. We then move on to discuss, or more accurately listen to Rylon babble, about training in the heat, heat acclimation, and sweat. Hope you can get something out of it, let us know your experience, we always welcome conversation!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode we discuss some of the new tech coming out of Challenge Roth and Euro Bike expos including Ceepo's new triathlon bike, New Balance's 1500 T2 and the crazy drive train that Ceramic Speed showed a concept for. We also discuss the crazy start to the 2018 Tour de France, all of the crashes, time losses and a bit about the crazy politics around the race. Please also head over and checkout Lawson Craddock's charity fundraiser to help support Huston area cycling recover from hurricane Harvey.
Today's episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode, Rylon and Wes are "missing" Rocco, and discuss racing in the heat, and sweat rate both from experience and future testing plans. We discuss the drama and craziness of the UCI and the Chris Froome ruling and about how we are looking forward to the Tour start. Cannondale and Specialized also dropped new bikes and they look amazing, new bike tech is exciting!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this week's episode, we hear about Rylon's gear changes and updates and quickly go off the rails. Surprise, surprise I know! We then move on to discuss the negative and often overwhelming mindset issues brought on by cycling and specifically hills!
Today episode is brought to you by No Limits Hammer Harder Coaching, step up your performance with Nutritional Coaching, and save 20% by using code HAMMERHARDER at checkout!Today's episode is also brought to you by Infinit The Original Custom Sports Fuel Company™. To save some money on your next Infinit Nutrition order go to infinitnutrition.com and use code NLHH at checkout.In this episode we start out by complaining about the crazy heat and humidity in Ohio this past week. We then move on to catch up on all of the pro peloton craziness that we haven't talked about during past episodes, and we're all excited for the upcoming Tour de France!
Today's episode is brought to you by Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!In this week's episode we get to hear all about Wes and Rocco's experience at Dirty Kanza 200. Buckle up for a crazy story about an epic race!
Today's episode is brought to you by Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!In this week's episode we talk about Wes and Rocco's experience riding their gravel bikes in the setup the plan on using in Dirty Kanza. The weather didn't pan out, as you would expect for a spring ride, and both of them plan on making some changes to their setup/fit in hopes of having a comfortable ride. Next we hear from Rylon and his experience at the Tri for Joe sprint.
Today's episode is brought to you by Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!In today's episode we discuss the crazy heat and humidity wave hitting the midwest all of a sudden and how it's throwing a wrench in everyone's weekend. Wes and Rocco had a rough ride on the Top of Ohio ride dealing with fit issues on top of the crazy head wind. We further discuss the bike packing gear, from Revelate, that both Wes and Rocco are planning on running for Dirty Kanza. Rocco makes Wes very jealous with his new bike shoes. Finally we discuss some of the highlights of the Tour of California and all of the crazy efforts that the pros are able to put in.
Today's episode is brought to you by Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!In today's episode we talk about training in four triathlon kit, including Rocco's pick for triathlon bib's (Desoto Rivera FLI Bib) We move on to discuss Rocco and Wes' time at the Blackfork Gravel Grinder they both had an awesome time at the event and came away with lots of information to help them with the Dirty Kanza 200 race coming up. We spoke briefly about HRV and the KickStarter for the CorSense, might be worth checking out if you'd like to take a look at HRV as a training metric. If you'd like to learn more, go check out our episode with Renee Harrington where we talk more about the topic. We move on to talk about how experince tells you when to make a move in a race, and the amazing story of Andrew Starykowicz and his come back to break an IM world bike record after being drug behind a truck! Also go follow Minhymee on Instagram, a total badass doing IM TX on a fat bike shredded to the max!
Today's episode is brought to you by Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!In this episode we get the full story of Betsy's epic swim around Lido Key and all of the shenanigans that went on with that race. Great conversation that will hopefully help you if you're considering a race of this sort.
Today's episode is brought to you by Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!In today's episode we have the return of Rocco! We discuss some new products coming out of the Sea Otter Classic, some cool stuff on the horizon! We move on to talk about some recent news surrounding Lance Armstrong's settlement and and Michael Boogerd's opinion of him. Finally we announce the winner of the 12 week custom training package for IM Ohio 70.3!
Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!Enter the coaching giveaway here! Get on your way to making IM OH 70.3 amazing!Today we hear a race summarized recap from Coach Wes about Betsy's Swim Around Ledo Key and all the craziness that it entailed. Rylon gives the highlights of the Bike Fifty in Chillicothe. Finally we hear about No Limits Hammer Harder athlete Alex Hildebrant's experience at IM 70.3 Texas. The race was colder than usual, and windy, which threw a few wrenches in Alex's race plan. We discuss some tips and strategies to help you overcome some potential issues that may spring up at your next race.
Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!Enter the coaching giveaway here! Get on your way to making IM OH 70.3 amazing!In this week's episode we begin with a catch up of recent events, Paris Roubaix, the inexpensive Black Bibs and a bit more. We then move on to discuss technology, what we use and what metrics we gather and pay attention to. This all goes toward a discussion spurred on by a YouTube video by Shane Miller (GP Lama) about artificial intelligence and big data taking over coaching. In our research we've found a few companies that are already heading in that direction (SHFT and ARDA) and we'd love to hear your input on the technology debate.
Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!Enter the coaching giveaway here! Get on your way to making IM OH 70.3 amazing!In this episode we're excited to have return guest Renee Harrington, senior master trainer with Yoga Fit (Facebook Link), lecturer for the Health and Exercise Science Department at NC State, and Team USA Duathlete. She breaks down a ton of stuff around nutrition, weight loss, and some basic science around weight loss and getting the most out of your training. A listener posed the question centering around diet and training and some struggles he was having and mentioned a VOX article and video that the three of us address and hopefully give you all some things to think about. I've added several links to complex topics that may have peaked your interest! Enjoy going down the rabbit hole!Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)Harris Benedict EquationKatch-McArdle EquationLeptinGhrelinCentral Fatigue Hypothesis Amino VitalCumulative Trauma (Injury) DisorderElite HRV and HRV PlusOura Ring
Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!Enter the coaching giveaway here! Get on your way to making IM OH 70.3 amazing!Today we talk about silicone wedding rings, Rylon follows up about his bike fit with Bio Wheels, we talk spring racing for the three of us, Rylon might be jumping into some crit races, and is looking into Bike Fifty. We move on to discuss and answer some listener questions, starting with how to get the smell out of workout clothes, our input on clincher vs disc brakes, and finally our opinions on bike cadence. Sprinkle in a bit about the 2018 Barkley Marathons and some other random BS and call it a show!!Wes' cheap workout clothes:(These are generic Amazon links, not affiliate)Workout and running tanksCompression leggingsRunning and workout shorts
Health IQ, see if you qualify for a savings on your life insurance, simply for enjoying your endurance hobbies!Looking to start your own business or learn some new tricks, come on out to the The New Albany Entrepreneur Boot Camp and Networking Event on Thursday March 29th from 8am to noon.Enter the coaching giveaway here! Get on your way to making IM OH 70.3 amazing!In this episode we talk about the drama in the pro peloton as the season opens with a few stage races and some of the spring classics already under way. Cav has seen quite a few instances of bad luck, from hitting a bollard and the back end of a neutral service car. The Cycling Tips Secret Pro article had a few good points in it lately, and continues to be something that is worth our time. They bring up the excellent point, asking why pro cyclists don't have a permanent number akin to other ball sports elsewhere in the world. The article also shows the peloton's disapproval for Froome continuing to race, and another describes the additional drama coming to Team Sky. Finally we talk about the awesome bikes at the North American Handmade Bicycle show, some awesome galleries both here and here. To give you, the listener some, albeit a small amount, of actionable content we discussed what spares we keep in the house and in the car when the weather brakes and we're out riding more. Here's a link the the GCN video that inspired that discussion.
In this episode we discuss Wes' new garage gym additions, his new one rep max on the deadlift. We move on to talk about spring race plans for the spring, and finish up with a rant/discussion about the Winter Olympics.
In this episode we start with some tips and takeaways from group training classes that are important to start thinking about this time of the year, and how they can be useful all year long. We then move on to discuss our routines throughout the day including pre-workout. Let us know what your routines are, and if there's any tips you like to share! Use the social media links below, and let us know!
Today we talk about Rylon's FTP testing woes, trainer FTP vs outdoor FTP, test taking skills, and some potentially new and different approaches to FTP testing.
In this episode we discuss the STAC Zero and the Virtual Wind Tunnel with Andrew Buckrell and Shane Pegg. Listen up and learn about their silent trainer, a short bit of history, and overview of how it operates and some of it's features and benefits. We move on to discuss the Virtual Wind Tunnel system, and how it works and how you can get some awesome data.Looking for more information about STAC? Go check them out on Facebook, their website, and Instagram
In this episode we find out if Wes and Rocco are in for Dirty Kanza and answer a few listener questions. Have a question of your own? Well ask away! Hit us up on your favorite social media platform or email and ask away!
In this packed episode we catch up with Rocco after he missed the first episode of the new year, and hear about his holiday illness. We briefly talk about Dirty Kanza, hopefully we have good news after this coming weekend! Then we move on to discuss the Rocks and Roots Trail series, a very cold and very fun race. We talk about how we handles the elements, and some of the challenges we faced. Finally we talk recovery, everything from tools to nutrition to full on pro caliber full Ironman recovery plans.
In this episode we follow up on the holiday season, find out that Wes got hitched. Complain about how much we ate and drank, as well about the freezing Ohio weather. We move on to a brief chat about water bottles, before beginning a ranty discussion about Chris Froome and his recent testing mishaps and the whirlwind of drama that has ensued. Finally we review and revisit the LTHR testing done just before the holiday with the guest of the previous episode, Michell Slawinski of Summit Multisport.
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