YouCanTri Pod Cast

In this episode I chat with Sarah Scholes about The Humber swim and what it's like to swim across the Estuary. We chat about how the swim came about and how to prepare as well as her other passion for swimming in The River Trent.

In this episode I talk with triathletes Zelda Wilson and Natalie Williamson about bike backing, their recent adventures and how to get started.

I chat with ultra runner and running coach Liz Pharoah. We chat about how it's possible to run for 70hours, what its like to run 140 miles along a canal, her work with cancer patients and exercise rehab as well as her volunteering with the running charity https://www.goodgym.org/.

In this episode I chat with Zelda Wilson about Cycling! We talk about our cycling backgrounds, how we got started, what we've found a challenge and our tips for becoming more confident on the bike.

In this episode I chat with Michelle Dunn about over training. What it is, how it effects us, how we know if we've done too much and how to deal with if we get in that situation.

In this episode I chat with fellow triathlete and triathlon coach Tracey Sample . We chat about racing, training, coaching, managing injury and challenges of training and racing during the covid pandemic.

In this episode I chat with keen runner and member of Massey Ferguson Running Club, Jenna Pogue. We talk all about her experiences of running as well as the book that she's writing "Running in Real Life".

In this episode I chat with long time triathlete Nigel Dimmock who has raced numerous times at the Age Group World and European Championships and currently races in the 80-84year age category. We talk about what it's like racing in the GB team as well as his tips and experiences of racing and training as an older athlete.

In this episode Michelle Dunn and I chat with published author Steve Atherton about setting up the Kenilworth based Zero to Hero Running Group, doing 56 challenges in his 56th year and making it into a book - 56 Not Out: One Year – 56 Challenges

In this episode Michelle Dunn and I chat with Kate Jayden about doing the Deca Ironman!!!! We also chat about ultra distance marathon running, her experience of an eating disorder, female participation and her experiences of being a woman in endurance sport. 

In this episode I chat with Sarah Hill from Swimmingly about all the myths and misconceptions about Total Immersion Swimming. We dive into lots of topics to do with swimming such as swimming slowly, how to get faster, stroke counts and stroke rates and much more.

In this episode I chat with Lydia Paleschi about Wild Swimming Cornwall. Including the benefits of water for mental well being tips for getting started, where to swim and the new book. I feel totally inspired to plan a trip to the sea! For more information and ideas of where to swim visit their website https://www.wildswimmingcornwall.co.uk/

This part 2 of my interview with swimmer and Feldenkrais practitioner Ed Woodall where we talk a lot more about Feldenkrais, what it is, how it works, what it can do for you and how to get started. To find out more about it visit Ed's website at https://www.asenseofmovement.com/

This is Part 1 of a chat I have with Swimmer and Feldenkrais practitioner Ed Woodall. For more information about Feldenkrais visit Ed's website at https://www.asenseofmovement.com/

In this Episode I chat with Emellyne Forman about the curse of comparison. And how comparing ourselves to others is very normal but isn't always helpful. We talk about some idea from Tara Brach as well as our own experiences and some ideas to help.

In this episode I welcome back triathlete, client, friend Zelda Wilson to talk about tips for doing impossible things! Think running your first mile, doing an Ironman, running Comrades ultra marathon and much more. We talk about limiting beliefs, a growth mindset and how to build confidence. Book Referenced: Mindset: Changing the way you think to fulfill your potential, Carol Dweck.

In this episode I welcome back Sarah Hill to the podcast, fellow swim coach and business owner of Swimmingly. We chat about swimming on the spot! And the benefits of learning, teaching and swimming in an endless pool

In this episode I talk with Marianne Johnson Breathe4Sport and Weightless Swimming about learning how to breathe better to help your physical health and sporting performance. Marianne is a fellow swim coach and we also talk about cold showers and cold water swimming.

In this episode I welcome back Michelle Dunn (yogi, triathlete and cabin crew). We share our tips for training while travelling.

In this episode I chat about swimming the English Channel with Chris Knowles! Chris went from xero to channel swimmer in less than a year to celebrate 21 years of his MS diagnosis with 21 miles of swimming!

In this episode I chat with runner, cyclist and triathlete Ian O'Donnell about cycle commuting and using your bike as a means of transport rather than just for exercise. We chat about the benefits, the kit you need, managing traffic and how to get started.

This is part 2 of my chat with marathon swimmer Heather Clatworthy about swimming the English Channel. Video of her most recent channel swim is found here. Donations to Heather's nominated charity here.

This is Part 1 of an interview with marathon swimmer Heather Clatworthy. Heather was the first person since 1929 to swim from Moville to Portstewart on the north coast of Ireland and we talk all about this epic adventure.

In this episode I chat with Sarah Berrisford. Sarah is a triathlete, a mum and a podiatrist and we chat about juggling training, work and life as a new mum, what podiatrists actually do and how they can help as well as how to get started eating a plant based, vegan diet.

In this episode I chat with Michael Bibb, occasional runner, triathlete, father and business owner about taking part in Marathon des Sable billed a the toughest foot race on Earth. Michael tells lots of amusing stories and gives an insight into what is involved in running a marathon for 6 days straight across the Sahara desert

This is Part 3 of my chat with experienced winter swimmers Emma O'Brien and Mel Smith. In this episode we talk about what actually happens on a swim, how to get in, how to deal with the after drop and tips for getting started.

This is Part 2 of my chat with experienced winter swimmers Emma O'Brien and Mel Smith. In this is part we chat about how we keep ourselves safe, our attitudes towards risk, mistakes we've made and what we've learned from them as well as the pro's and cons of wearing wetsuits, socks and gloves in winter.

This is a 3 part series where I talk to experienced winter swimmers Mel Smith and Emma O'Brien. Mel is the founder of wild swimming group, Swim and Tonic and Emma is an artist and co-author of Dips and Chips. In part 1 we talk about our swimming journeys, how we got into cold water swimming, what it does for us and how it makes us feel.

In this episode I talk with Michelle Paget about Cyclo Cross. What is it, how does it work, who's it for, how to get into, how to train for it and how it might help triathletes and road cyclists. Michelle can be found at https://www.peddlamaniacs.com and on social meda at www.facebook.com/peddlamaniacscc

In this episode I chat to Nathan Parsons, professional bmx and mountain bike racer and strength and conditioning coach about cycling, training and racing. We talk about what triathletes can learn from BMX racing as well as Nathan's tips for training and avoiding injury. You can find Natahn at www.npstrengthandconditioning.co.uk and on social media at www.facebook.com/npstrengthandconditioning

In this episode I chat to Alix live from Hampstead Heath about Hampstead swimming ponds and their Save Our Ponds campaign. For more information and to sign the petition visit https://saveourponds.org/

On this episode I chat with fellow swim coach Sarah Hill about our one day swimming workshops.

I chat to marathon swimmer and Total Immersion Coach Naji Ali about his journey from non swimmer to marathon swimmer and Total Immersion Coach. We also chat about why so few black and marginalised communities participate in swimming with an insightful discussion into the history of swimming in the United States.

In this episode I took with Deborah Vine about her role as a Channel Swimming Observer and get some in sights into the world or channel swimming.

In this episode I talk with members of the Swim and Tonic 6 person channel relay team, Emma O'Brien, Mel Smith, Susan Cheshire, Suzannah Cox and Russell Clarke. We record on our way to Dover before our swim and the day after where we talk frankly about the experience and what went wrong!

I chat to Emma Jones about her first triathlon of the season in the post covid era. She's only my second athlete to race a triathlon in 2020 so we talk about how it felt, what was different and a general post race review.

On episode 14 Michelle Dunn interviews me about swimming the English Channel. We talk about sharks, jelly fish, training, food, what I'll be scared of and what I'm looking forward to most. If you've got a question about this crazy challenge - hopefully we've answered it!

In this episode I talk to Mel Wakeman about all things to do with food and nutrition for triathletes. We cover topics such as calorie counting, supplements, body image and nutrition for training and racing. We even get into a little bit of politics at the end when we chat about Boris Johnson's latest comments about obesity and covid-19.

I talk to triathlete, friend, client AND Yoga Instructor Michelle Dunn about all things Yoga. We talk about different types of yoga, how it helps us as triathletes and how to get started. And we answer important yoga questions such as will my heels ever touch the floor!

In this episode I chat with friend, client and fellow triathlete Clare Burgum. We chat about our experiences of racing, when it's gone wrong and what we learned. We share some tips for race planning and preparation and how having race strategy can help.

In this episode I chat with friend, client and fellow triathlon, Zelda Wilson about her experience of training for the Comrades Marathon, the 100km ultra distance marathon in South Africa

This is Part 3 of my chat with Triathlon Officials Clare and Dick Donovan. In this episode we chat about co-vid and how races will be managed to comply with social distancing as well as some stories and anecdotes from their experiences as officials at races around the world.

This is part two of my chat with Triathlon Officials Dick and Clare Donovan. In Part 2 we chat about tips for first timers and what you need to know about the rules.

In this episode I chat with Triathlon Officials - Dick and Clare Donovan. In part 1 we chat about what officials do and the most common rules that get broken.

I talk to local swimmer Emma O'Brien about training for the Dart 10km and her first ever 10km swim. We talk about her experiences as a swimmer, how she prepared and her journey from doing head up breast stroke in a 25m pool to 10km open water and swimming outside all year round. Emma's also an illustrator and artist with lots of swimming related things! She can be found at https://www.etsy.com/people/emmajane3 https://emmajaneobrien.com/ https://www.instagram.com/emmamonster/

Part 2 of my chat with Emellyne Forman. We talk about Esther Perrell and her ideas about how to think about health beyond just physical health and mental health to consider the idea of relationships and relational health.

In this episode I talk with Emellyne Forman about what we learned from the book Atomic Habits by James Clear

I talk to colleague and fellow Total Immersion swim coach Susan Cheshire about swimming and life!! And what swimming has taught us about life!

In this episode we talk to Gill Kelly about open water swimming with some tips on going for your first swim post Co-vid as well as lots of tips for first timers through to experienced triathletes.

Water Confidence with Sarah Hill, fellow Total Immersion swim coach and owner of swimming business Swimmingly. We talk about the challenges of learning to swim if you have a fear of water.

Episode 1 of the YouCanTri podcast - an interview with passionate open water swimmer and ice swimming champion Caroline Saxon. I was inspired to record this at the start of the Co-vid lock down as a way to connect, inspire and inform swimmers and triathletes.