The Coach Amy and Coach Liz Show

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With their combined thirty years of coaching and seven decades of competing in endurance sports, Coaches Amy and Liz offer valuable insights and advice for athletes at all levels, from those seeking personal achievements to those aiming for age group placements or race qualifications. Along with Coach Amy's experience as a physical therapist treating injured runners and triathletes, this duo shares a unique perspective on running and tri-sport. Liz and Amy make their discussions enjoyable and enlightening by sharing personal experiences as they explain training fundamentals to promote a positive and healthy experience for endurance athletes.

Amy Parkerson-Mitchell and Liz Weidling


    • Apr 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    What to know about Running Cadence

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 4:12


    Amy talks about what run cadence is, how to track it and why we should pay attention to it. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    Why Triathletes Should Consider Strokes Beyond Freestyle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 5:46


    Liz talks about the benefits of improving balance and joint mobility by trying non-free strokes in the pool. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    Importance of a Positive Mindset when Aging in Endurance Sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 13:40


    Amy talks about the importance of a positive mindset when aging and how that helps our physical performance. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Should Triathletes use a Kickboard for Kick Sets in Swimming?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 10:10


    A kickboard has advantages and disadvantages for triathletes. Listen to find out what those are and how to decide what's best for you at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Got Hip Pain with Running? It Might be your Feet and Ankles!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 9:33


    Amy explains how the feet and ankles impact the knees and hips. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks so much for listening.

    How to Prepare for Riding Outside After a Long Winter Inside

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 10:56


    Returning to the road after a winter of inside riding can be risky if you aren't prepared. Listened to find out how you can prepare your brain and body for outside riding even while on your indoor trainer! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    How, Why and When Runners Should Work on Ground Contact Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 18:36


    Ground contact time impacts everything in running from efficiency to injury. Listen to find out what is ground contact time, how to measure it, and when it may need improving. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    When is it Appropriate to Skip a Workout?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 23:09


    We all have times where we aren't sure if we should proceed with a training session or even a race. Listen to find out when it's ok to push through and when it's better to opt out. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    When & Why Triathletes Should Consider Flip Turns in Swimming

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 10:43


    Flip Turns are controversial in triathlon swimming but if we think of them not as a skill but as a tool to build fitness the conversation changes. Listen to find out when and why triathletes should consider flip turns. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Cardio v.s. Strength Training in Running: Why you Need Both

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 14:38


    The musculoskeletal system develops at a different rate than the cardio system for running. Understanding this and how to manage your run progression will help prevent injury and improve performance. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Cardiovascular v.s. Muscular Fitness in the Sport of Triathlon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 15:37


    For triathlon, we must build both cardiovascular and muscular fitness. Swimming, biking, and running each require sport specific workloads to build fitness. Listen to find out more at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Impact of Iron Deficiency on Endurance Athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 26:04


    Iron deficiency in endurance athletes impacts our ability to handle training load, adapt to training stress, and recover for our next sessions. Find out the many ways we actually “lose” iron during training and how to manage iron levels so you stay healthy and perform to your best. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    Making the Leap from Technique Work to Speed Work in Swimming

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 16:37


    Once we have descent freestyle form, introducing speed and strength is an important next step. Listen to find out how to do that effectively and what to expect as you get faster in the water. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Did you know Eyes Play an Important Role in Running Efficiency?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 9:21


    Where your gaze goes, your head and body follow. Find out in this quick episode where you should be looking when you run and why it matters! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Why is Ankle Mobility Important in Freestyle Kicking?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 8:49


    Ankle flexibility impacts our ability to point our toes. And, the ability to point our toes is critical to developing a powerful freestyle kick. Listen to find out why at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks so much for listening.

    Steps to Take when you Sustain a Sudden or Fresh Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 17:15


    Runners almost inevitably deal with injuries. In this cast, Amy covers the critical steps to take in the first 72 hours of an acute injury that does not require a trip to the emergency room. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

    Are Fancy High Tech Swim Goggles worth the Investment?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 12:15


    Amidst the endless kinds of goggles available today, there are now ones that display your pace in real time in the goggle lens. Are they worth the investment? It depends. Find out more at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

    What is a Race Plan & Why Do Endurance Athletes Need One?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 20:34


    Race plans are one of the most effective things athletes can do to help them get the most out of their race day. Listen to find out why and how to make a race plan at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Why the Big Toe is Important in Running

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 26:18


    The big toe plays an exceptionally important role in our run gait. It helps control the foot and impacts how effectively our gluts produce the power that moves us forward. Listen to find out more about how this small joint carries a big load for running! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    The Freestyle Catch: What it is & Why it Matters for Swimming Speed

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 13:10


    The catch is a small but critical part of an effective freestyle pull. It's also one of the most common places mistakes lurk. Find out what it is and why it matters in this latest episode. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    Risks and Benefits of Using Pain Medications in Endurance Sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 26:19


    Athletes use pain meds for different reasons. Listen to find out the questions you should be asking and the risks associated with the use of pain medication during endurance training and racing. Plus somie alternatives to consider. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Why Open Water and Pool Swim Paces Differ and How to Close the Gap

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024


    Closing the gap between open water and pool swimming is something most all triathletes and open water swimmers aspire too. Listen to find out why those time gaps exist and how to close them at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast! Thanks so much for listening.

    Do Endurance Athletes Need Magnesium Supplements?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 31:07


    Magnesium helps athletes with healing and performance. Knowing the signs and symptoms of low magnesium can be helpful - though you should consult withe your health care provider before you start taking any supplement. Listen to find out more at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    Do I need a Power Meter for Cycling in Endurance Sport?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 24:37


    A power meter can be a very effective way to improve your cycling - but that doesn't mean they are for everyone. Listen to find out if this tool is for you and what you should consider when getting a power meter. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    Strength Training Benefits Endurance Athletes - Including Distance Runners!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 21:38


    Strength training is a key part of injury prevention and performance for endurance athletes - even runners who traditionally have shied away from “bulking up”. Find out the hows and whys on this latest episode! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    Clock Intervals vs Rest Intervals in Swimming: What's the Difference & Why does it Matter?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024


    The difference between clock intervals vs rest intervals in swimming can be the difference between plateauing and breaking through to your next level of swimming. Find out what these are and why the matter at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    How is your Foot Supposed to Land when you Run?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 7:37


    Landing on the heel vs mid-foot is a topic of hot debate among runners but it's not actually the part of the run plant that matters. What matters is where our foot is landing in relation to our base of support (our pelvis). Listen at www.coachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts to find out more! Thanks so much for listening.

    Improving Mental Strength to Address Doubt with Endurance Sport Training and Racing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 23:08


    Amy talks about her experience at Liz's sports psychology clinic that she hosted for her athletes with an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist. What's IFS? Listen to find out about this amazing method of therapy and how we can use to manage the many thoughts running through our head to help manage life and performance. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast!

    Stinky Workout Shoes and Clothes? How to Battle the Funk!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 13:51


    Over time, workout clothes and shoes sometimes accumulate a stink needs a bit of extra help being removed. Find out how-to tips by listening at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks for listening!

    Swimmer's Shoulder and Leg Strength - What's the Connection?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 9:02


    Swimmer's shoulder is a painful issue many swimmers and triathletes deal with. It's can be a semi chronic issue for some and new research is showing a connection between shoulder pain and leg strength. Amy explains it all AND what we can do to fix - or even better - prevent shoulder pain in swimming. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks so much for listening.

    Should Endurance Athletes Get Hydration IV Infusion BEFORE a Race?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 15:21


    Preloading hydration in the days heading into a race is important but getting an IV Infusion isn't the best way to do that - listen to find out why and learn what IS the best way to preload! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

    Functional Threshold Power: What this Data Point Tells Us and How We Use It.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 15:35


    Liz explains what the "FTP" is on the bike and how to use it to improve training. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening.

    This ain't Yer Mama's Slap! Waking up your Mechanoreceptors AND your Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 7:38


    Why did we see Olypmic athletes slapping their arms and legs in Paris? Listen to find out how this activates mechanoreceptors in the skin and improves muscle firing! Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    What your Running Shoe Wear Pattern Says about your Run Form

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 6:44


    Find out what scuffs on the bottom of your run shoe indicate about your run form! Listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening!!

    Get the Hitch OUT of your Run! Plus, Sober Curious is the New Cool.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 11:14


    Liz talks about the language developing around "middle lane drinking" and Amy talks about how to smooth out your run gait to increase efficiency and why it's key to running better. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thank you for listening!!

    Love from Paris: Snoop, Biles & Bob the Cap Catcher

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 25:22


    Just some fun highlights from week one of the Paris Olympics - lots of fun characters, life lessons, sportwo/manship, and a hell of a lot of hard work. Listen at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!!

    SAVE THE DATE > Join us for a run/walk, coffee, & prizes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 1:59


    What: FREE Saturday walk / run + schwag & coffee at Meadowbrook Park with Coach Amy's run group, The Road Runners of KC. Liz and her Reds Tri Team will be there as well ; )When: Saturday Sept 7th, 2024 Time: 6:45 arrive; 7 AM start > Amy will be lead the run group. Liz will be at the coffee shop so come on over after you finish your run! RUN START LOCATION: Run starts at the main parking lot by the tennis and pickle ball courts at the corner of Nall & Somerset. 9101 Nall Ave PV, KS 66208.COFFEE LOCATION: At the coffee shop within the park called The Market at Meadowbrook.Route: Walk / Run route will be up to 10 miles that day - if you need more miles, feel free to start early > Aid stations will be about every 2 miles. There are bathrooms and drinking fountains at the park. note: There is a ~1.5 mile paved loop that goes around the park if you are starting early and need a route. This is open to everyone! All levels and all humans and sociable fur babies. This is an easy fun event - swing by as it works for you :)

    How NOT to Crash your Bike During a Triathlon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 9:53


    Bike Communication during triathlons is often forgotten but it could save your race! Listen at www.coachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!

    The BEST Warm-Up Exercise for Running

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 9:57


    This episode reveals the secret to the best warm-up exercise for running. To listen go to www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks so much for listening.

    Is Too Much Protein a Thing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 18:17


    While many of us may need more protein than we realize, it is possible to take too much. Additionally, there are health changes to watch for as you increase your protein intake such as dehydration and kidney stones. To find our more listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks so much for listening!!

    ENDURANCE ATHLETES REQUIRE PROTEIN! Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 20:36


    Amy breaks down what protein actually is (amino acids) and what amino acids the body makes naturally and where we need to get the amino acids our body does not make naturally. Additionally she explains what collagen is and why we need it. Listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks for listening!!

    ENDURANCE ATHLETES REQUIRE PROTEIN! Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 30:19


    There's a lot of hype around protein right now and with good reason - it's an essential building block for endurance athletes for many functions in our body. However, it's good to separate the hype from the facts so you get the most out of what you're eating. Listen to learn more at www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!!

    Lessons from Olympic Swim Trials: Find a Paris Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 19:52


    Swimmers at the Olympic Trials may go years without a PR or may miss qualifying for an event they previously won. The mindset needed manage this must be intentionally developed and nurtured. There are very important lessons all of us amateur athletes can learn from this. Listen at www.thecoahamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!!

    Caffeine Aids Performance in Endurance Sport (just don't poop your pants!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 31:39


    Caffeine can aid performance in Endurance Sports due to its impact on the biochemistry of the brain and our perceived exertion among other reasons. The source, amount and timing of taking it in is key to getting the most out of caffeine and not doing more harm than good. Listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thank you for listening!!

    Cornering on the Bike without Smashing your Legs & SLD for Smooth Pedaling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 13:09


    Corners, like hills, are a place we often go too hard on the bike which hurts our ability to run. Listen to learn how to manage corners so you can run off the bike. Additionally, learn how Single Leg Drills develop pedal efficiency and why that matters. Listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks for listening!!

    STOP STRETCHING! Research shows better alternatives for performance and injury prevention.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 35:18


    We've been told for decades stretching will help us stay injury free and improve performance. In truth, it can actually be increasing risk and leaving the muscles flat and unlikely to perform well. Find out why and learn what alternatives to use to stay moving and as well as perform. Listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thank you for listening!!

    Getting the Ghosts out of the Machine: Brain Training for Athletes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 23:59


    A preview to an upcoming Reds Mental Skills Clinic that will utilize the IFS modality to help athletes identify and manage mental pitfalls. Listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for much for listening!

    Are Endurance Athletes Heart Healthy?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 26:58


    Endurance athletes are often assumed to be heart healthy but that's not always the case. It's important for athletes to know their family history, get regular screenings, and be an advocate for themselves with their doctor. In our very first podcast interview, endurance athlete, Pat Ross, shares his story of how he discovered his own heart issues and how he's adapted his training and goals. Listen at thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!!

    The Triathlon Red Zone (and we don't mean heart rate!)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 12:05


    The 'Red Zone' is what Liz calls the end of the bike, T2, and the start of the run when athletes often lose focus on pacing and nutrition. The consequences of this show up on the last half of our run and can cripple our race. Listen at www.coachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!

    What the Hill!? Bike & Run Form Tips for Going Up AND Down Hill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 36:48


    Form going up and down hill on the bike and run can help you manage your effort so you can go stronger for longer! To listen, visit www.thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks so much for listening!!

    Why Heart Rate is a Useful Metric for Triathlon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 24:49


    Triathlon is a sport unto itself - it's not three different sports (who knew!?). For this reason, how we train is different than stand alone swimmers, bikers, or runners. Heart rate is a helpful metric for keeping ourselves in check so we make good choices about how hard we push. To listen, visit thecoachamyandcoachlizshow.com or wherever you get your podcast. Thanks for listening!

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