Podcast appearances and mentions of erin carson

#488 Athlete Success Story with Sasha Goldsberry Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!   In Today's Show Announcements and News Athlete Success Story: Sasha Goldsberry qualifies for the 2025 Worlds 70.3 in Marbella, Spain! Get Gritty: Training Camp - G2G Run Camp Schedule TriDot Workout of the Week: Marathon Repeat Fun Segment: Triathlon Truth or Trash Talk?!   Announcements and News:   Upcoming Programming - Our March focus will be on running.   Apr. 26 - Athlete Highlight! :) Sasha Goldsberry  May 3 - Vespa Power with Peter Defty May 10 - Athlete Highlight with Paul Hunziker May 13 - Webinar Boulder 70.3 Race Recon May 17 - Podcast Boulder 70.3 Race Recon May 24 - Swim Camp Highlights and interviews May 31 - Bike Camp Highlights and interviews   G2G Spring Training Camp May 17-18 - Swim Focus in C.Springs and Chatfield May 24-25 - Bike Focus - Chatfield/Chatfield May 31-June 1 Run Focus - Boulder/Boulder We are already at 50% of slots reserved. Price Alert! Prices go up on May 1st and Discounts drop. For more information…. https://grit2greatnessendurance.com/training-camp   While I've been soaking up the sun and recharging on the beaches of Cancun, the endurance world hasn't slowed down one bit—and honestly, neither have we! So whether you're lounging poolside or grinding through peak training, we've got a show packed with everything you need to stay inspired and on track. Next up, today's Ask a Coach sponsor!   Ask A Coach Sponsor: G2G Endurance You're putting in the work—now let's make it count. At Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching, we've teamed up with TriDot to give you personalized training that adapts to YOU. Whether you're chasing a PR, qualifying for Worlds, or just trying to stay consistent, TriDot takes out all the guesswork. So, how to get started? Sign up through Coach April's or Coach Rich's link, get a 2-week free trial, and dive into smarter training for just $14.99/month after that. Better training starts now—click the link in our show notes and let's go!

Welcome Welcome to Episode #475 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. We're your hosts Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance news, coaching tips and discussion. We hope you enjoyed last week's interview with Coach Erin Carson of ECFIT. This week we continue our programming on strength with a focus on bike strength and the many ways to develop the strength and power that goes into the pedals, but also the considerations for how the bike beneath you plays a role in your best bike performance.  Plus, we have an all new segment called “Athlete Success Stories” that features an athlete, who through commitment, grit and courage, is finding breakthroughs and growth.   Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!    In Today's Show Announcements Feature Athlete Success Story: Laura Hammdorff Ask a Coach: What muscle groups to develop for the bike? Get Gritty Tip TriDot Workout of the Week - 3 Bike Power Building Workouts Fun Segment: “Transition Troubles: Winter Triathlete Edition”     Announcements:   FulGaz Virtual Group Ride Schedule - No change with the Rouvy announcement. If you hadn't heard, Rouvy has purchased FulGaz and IRONMAN will continue to partner with Rouvy. FulGaz is going to continue offering the same services for the foreseeable future.    Our next group ride will be February 1st and we are riding the Pikes Peak ride on our FulGaz Virtual Group Ride.    303 Webinar Series Continues - February 4th 6-7 TriDot Pool School. Every 1st Tuesday of the Month   Announcing Talk Tuesdays (aka Office Hours) with Coaches April Spilde and Rich Soares. Every 3rd Tuesday of the month.   Upcoming Programming - Our February focus will be on swimming. Feb. 1 - FASST and essential pool equipment Feb. 8 - Webinar with TriDot Pool School Director, Coach Brandy Ramirez Feb. 15 - How to Read Swim Workout Feb. 22 - Open Water Skills   Grit2Greatness Coaching Facebook Page Live - Come check out our new coaching Facebook page @grit2greatnesscoaching Ask A Coach Sponsor: G2G Endurance Triathletes, ready to train smarter? At Grit2Greatness Coaching, we've teamed up with TriDot to bring you precision and progress. Sign up through either Coach April's or Coach Rich's TriDot links and enjoy seamless onboarding, personalized workouts, and cutting-edge analytics tailored to your goals.   Start with a 2-week free trial, then choose plans starting at $14.99 a month. With the right tools and support, you can achieve the extraordinary. Ready to see what's possible? Click the one of the sign-up links in our show notes to get started today!   Athlete Success Story: Laura Hammdorff Lead In (Rich): January continues our focus on strength. Last week we had Erin Carson of  ECFIT Performance Strength talk with us about strength training programs for endurance athletes seeking to perform at their very best in triathlons, marathons, and cycling events.    This week we are steering the conversation to bike strength and mobility programming. If you think we have the magic bullet for developing strength and power on the bike, think again. It takes work, from lots of angles and there is not a straight line to success, ever. How do strength programs, workouts, fueling, physical therapy, bike fit, components, riding apps, threshold assessments and so on factor into your power to weight ratio?    Here to help us unpack developing cycling strength and improving power on the bike is an athlete who I believe embodies “grit2greatness” and is an example of the resilience and tenacity it takes to achieve a goal. Yes we all have goals that we are working toward and the journey toward that goal seems long and winding. Part of the reason we close each episode with the call to “enjoy the endurance journey” is because the journey, not necessarily the finish line, is where we realize the most growth.    Introduce Laura Hammdorff: Laura Hammdorff is a competitive triathlete with an NCAA swimming and cross fit background. When we started working together last year we discussed her triathlon background and goals. Because we are focusing on developing bike power this week, this will be our theme to tell her story. Without giving too much away, it's my hope that by listening to Laura's journey you will find examples of how her grit and tenacity can give you a template for your journey   Discussion Questions to Laura (Rich and April take turns asking questions): Icebreaker - Two Truths and a Lie How would you describe your background in cycling compared to swimming, running and strength training? What was the steepest learning curve with cycling early on? What role did the Triple Bypass play in your development of power and resilience on the bike? How has working with a PT contributed to your development? How have injuries created challenges in your training and racing? Not just overuse, but also previous injuries and limitations? How has bike fit played a role in your performance? How has fueling played a role? How has thinking about the nuances of executing a workout (eg build into power, backloading stress, etc) played into your development? How's your relationship with the FTP? What have you learned about software platforms and their ability to engage and support doing the right training right? .  Ask A Coach: What muscle groups to develop for the bike? Setup (Rich): Here are the different phases of a bike pedal stroke and the muscles used during each phase: Downstroke (1 to 5 o'clock): This phase involves the quadriceps and the gluteus maximus. The primary action is knee extension and hip extension. Pullback (5 to 7 o'clock): The hamstrings and the gluteus maximus are engaged. This phase involves knee flexion and hip extension. Upstroke (7 to 11 o'clock): The hip flexors and the anterior tibialis are primarily used. The action here is hip flexion and knee flexion. Over-the-top (11 to 1 o'clock): The quadriceps and the anterior tibialis help to lift the pedal. This phase involves knee extension and hip flexion.   Get Gritty Tip:   Stop Sleepwalking Through Life    Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions, like life is passing you by in a blur of routine and mental chatter? You're not alone. Scientists in the UK discovered that our brains have a kind of "autopilot" mode—a trance-like state where we zone out, consumed by trivial thoughts. It's like we're sleepwalking through life, and the result? Days, weeks, even years that feel hollow and forgettable.     Why does this happen? As we age, we fall into patterns. Experiences that once thrilled us now become automatic routines. Think about it: When was the last time you truly experienced something *new*? Remember how slowly time seemed to move as a kid? That wasn't just your imagination. Back then, everything was fresh. Every hour was an adventure, and your brain had to focus on learning, adapting, and figuring out how to respond.     Psychologist William James explained this beautifully in *The Principles of Psychology* over a century ago. He wrote about how, in youth, life feels vivid and stretched out, like an intricate journey. But as adults, our lives tend to shrink into the predictable.     Here's the good news: you *can* break out of this autopilot mode. The key? Newness. Novel experiences force us into the present moment. They snap us out of our mental trance because we can't predict what's coming next or how to respond.     And you don't need to meditate on a mountaintop to find this mindfulness. Learning something new—a skill, a hobby, even a sport—engages both your mind and body, pulling you fully into the moment. The journey toward mastery isn't just about achievement. It's about the fulfillment that comes from being completely engaged in the *process.*     Think of your life as a scrapbook. When you look back on it, what will you see? Is it full of rich, meaningful experiences that make time slow down? Or is it a blur of sameness? If the latter, it's time to wake up. Start saying yes to novelty. Break free from your routine. Add new skills, adventures, and memories to your life's scrapbook.     Because when you take inventory on your life, you'll want to see a collection of stories that prove you *lived.*     TriDot Workouts of the Week:    Here are 3 incredibly powerful workouts for building bike power: Power Intervals, Big Gear Work and 30-30s   Power Intervals Warmup 10 min @ Z2 with 2 x 30 sec (30 sec) Spinups and 3 x 1 min (1 min) @ Z4     Main Set 2 x 7 min @ Z4 ~70 rpm (3 min) 1 x 3 min @ Z2 1 x 10 min @ Z4 > 90 rpm Balance of time @ Z2 Big Gear Work   Warmup 10 min @ Z2 with 2 x 30 sec (30 sec) Spinups and 3 x 1 min (1 min) @ Z4     Main Set Dismount 30 sec Squats (shoot for 1/second) 30 sec Isometric squat Mount quickly w/o recovery 1 x 3 min @ Z5 in biggest gearing at 55-65 cadence 1 min @ Z2 before dismount Dismount 45 sec Squats (shoot for 1/second) 60 sec Isometric squat Mount quickly w/o recovery 2 x 1 min @ Z5 (60 sec) in biggest gearing at 55-65 cadence 1 min @ Z2 before dismount Dismount 60 sec Squats 30 sec Isometric squat Mount 5 min @ Z2 Balance of time @ Z2 30-30s   Warmup 10 min @ Z2 with 2 x 30 sec (30 sec) Spinups and 3 x 1 min (1 min) @ Z4     Main Set 4 sets of 4 x 30 sec @ Z5+ (30 sec @ Z3) with 2 min @ Z2 rest between sets Balance of time @ Z2   That's this week's TriDot workout of the week! Give it a go and tell us about your experience!   Today's Fun Segment: Transition Troubles (Winter Triathlete Edition) Concept: Players navigate a series of humorous and absurd challenges they might encounter during a triathlon transition. You describe a scenario, and they have to choose how they'd handle it. The Shoe Switcheroo: You reach T2 and realize your running shoes are missing, but there's a pair of Yeti slippers sitting in your spot. Do you: a) Wear the slippers and hope for the best. b) Run in your bike shoes. c) “Borrow” a random pair of shoes from someone else's transition area. The Snack Attack: Your nutrition bag was replaced with a box of donuts. Do you: a) Eat the donuts and enjoy the sugar rush. b) Offer them to other athletes as a goodwill gesture / barter. c) Ignore the donuts and power through without your planned nutrition. Helmet Havoc: You find your helmet filled with shaving cream. Do you: a) Scoop it out with your hand and put it on anyway. b) Run back to the start to see if someone will lend you a helmet. c) Smear the shaving cream on your face like war paint and declare yourself ready for victory! Ski Struggles: You're ready to start the ski leg, but you see that someone has put peanut butter on the underside of your skis. Do you: a) Attempt to ski anyway and hope the pb melts off. b) Lick the peanut off (protein boost, right?) c) Use it as ski wax, and convince others that it's a secret performance hack.   Train With Coach Rich: Coach Rich Soares Rich.soares@tridot.com Rich Soares Coaching TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares   Train with Coach April: Coach April Spilde April.spilde@tridot.com Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast Podcast Series - Apple Podcasts TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde   Shoutouts to: @genucan @grit2greatnesscoaching @ironmantri @303triathlon @tridottraining @tridottrainingsystem #grit #grit2greatness #usatriathlon #wintertriathlon #breckenbiener  #ironmantri #cycling #triathlon #swimbikerun #Iamtridot #tridotambassador #tridotcoach  

#474 Erin Carson Strength and Mobility It's another exciting week in the 303 my friends. We had an amazing webinar with Coach Erin Carson of ECFIT. It was so wonderful to share this secret weapon with our athletes and the 303 listeners who joined us on Tuesday night. Having had Erin Carson on my TV in my home gym for the last 7 months or so, it was strange to see her sitting at a desk. I should have put out a betting pool on how many minutes she could sit in her chair without getting up to demonstrate something. Spoiler alert, it happens at 35:57 into the video. Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!  Announcements: FulGaz Virtual Group Ride Schedule - Our next group ride will be February 1st and we are riding the Pikes Peak ride on our FulGaz Virtual Group Ride. I rode from mile 12 to the top last weekend and it took me 1:20ish to get to the top 5 miles.  the 1st Saturday of every month. April, tell us what ride we are doing on February 1st. Upcoming Programming - Our January on strength and mobility and we are super grateful to have Erin Carson as a part of this programming to share her expertise on strength, stability and mobility. Next week we will talk about which muscles you are recruiting through the bicycle pedal stroke and what you can do to build that strength.  303 Webinar Series Continues - February 11th 6-7 TriDot Pool School Talk Tuesdays (aka Office Hours) with Coaches April Spilde and Rich Soares. Every Tuesday  Grit2Greatness Coaching Facebook Page Live - Come check out our new coaching Facebook page @grit2greatnesscoaching Ask A Coach Sponsor: G2G Endurance Triathletes, ready to train smarter? At Grit2Greatness Coaching, we've teamed up with TriDot to bring you precision and progress. Sign up through either Coach April's or Coach Rich's TriDot links and enjoy seamless onboarding, personalized workouts, and cutting-edge analytics tailored to your goals.   Start with a 2-week free trial, then choose plans starting at $14.99 a month. With the right tools and support, you can achieve the extraordinary. Ready to see what's possible? Click the one of the sign-up links in our show notes to get started today!   Train With Coach Rich: Coach Rich Soares Rich.soares@tridot.com Rich Soares Coaching TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares   Train with Coach April: Coach April Spilde April.spilde@tridot.com Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast Podcast Series - Apple Podcasts TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde   Interview: Erin Carson Erin Carson is Founder and Head Coach ECFIT Performance Strength.  As the head coach for ECFIT she provides strength training programs for endurance athletes seeking to perform at their very best in triathlons, marathons, and cycling events. Her clients include world champions and olympians as well as everyday athletes seeking excellence.  Get Gritty Tip: Embrace the Recovery (even when it isn't pretty) Resilience isn't about avoiding failure—it's about how you recover. Every stumble in training, whether it's a missed workout, a bad race, or a tough session that didn't go as planned, is an opportunity to rebuild stronger. Reframe setbacks as stepping stones. Ask yourself: What did I learn? How can I grow? As triathletes, we build resilience by leaning into discomfort and using it to fuel our comeback. Remember, the path to greatness isn't linear—it's the grit to keep going that sets you apart. Reflective Questions: What is one lesson I can take away from my most recent setback or challenge?   How do I typically respond to adversity, and what small shift can I make to approach challenges with a growth mindset?   What support or tools can I use to help me come back stronger the next time I face an obstacle?   Remember, the difference between stumbling blocks and stepping stones is how you use them. TriDot Workout of the Week:  TriDot Workout of the Week - MAV Shuttles Warmup ~10 min @ Z2 with 3-4 x 20 sec Strides Main Set Priming: 4 min progression run ending with last 1 min @ Z4 2 Rounds (3 min @ Z2): 6 x 20 sec @ Z6 Effort (20 sec @ Z1) Z6 pace is as fast as you can go and complete the session with relatively consistent efforts. Balance of time @ Z2 Session Note Accelerate from a stop to 'fast' for a 20-second total effort with great form. This is followed by a very slow jogging recovery for 20 seconds. This session can be done in a 'shuttle' format where alternating 20-second fast efforts go back and forth across the same stretch of space. eg. Run your first 20-second fast effort from Point A to Point B. From Point B, do your jogging recovery as an out and back returning to Point B at the end of 20 seconds. Your next 20-second fast effort will be from Point B back to Point A. The following recovery will be an out and back jog from and returning to Point A. Repeat the back-and-forth pattern for the prescribed number of fast efforts. The goal and motivation is to run fast enough for each 20-second fast effort to be able to cover the same distance without slowing down toward the end of the session. Older and heavier athletes should be careful to take smaller, quicker steps during acceleration...not longer more intense, stressful strides. Stay tuned, train informed, and enjoy the endurance journey!  

#473 USAT Winter National Championship  Welcome Welcome to Episode #473 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. We're your hosts Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance news, coaching tips and discussion.   We are excited to have USAT CEO, Victoria Brumfield and USAT Director of Constituent Engagement, Liz Koller joining us to talk about the USA Triathlon Winter National Championship coming up February 15-16 in Breckenridge, Colorado.    This conversation was so much fun and definitely the highlight of my week!   Shoutouts to: @genucan @usatriathlon @grit2greatnesscoaching @ironmantri @303triathlon @tridottraining @tridottrainingsystem #grit #grit2greatness #usatriathlon #wintertriathlon #breckenbiener  #ironmantri #cycling #triathlon #swimbikerun #Iamtridot #tridotambassador #tridotcoach   Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!    In Today's Show Announcements Feature Interview with Vic Brumfield and Liz Kollar Get Gritty TriDot Workout of the Week - Bike Step Ups Would You Rather? Winter Triathlete Edition Like, Love, or Leave It! (got great feedback from some of my athletes on this) (can't wait to hear! We'll rotate this segment in again soon

303 Episode #472 Strength for Swimming  Welcome Welcome to Episode #472 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. We're your hosts Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance news, coaching tips and discussion. Shoutouts to: @genucan @grit2greatnesscoaching @ironmantri @303triathlon @tridottraining @tridottrainingsystem #grit #grit2greatness #ironmantri #cycling #triathlon #swimbikerun #Iamtridot #tridotambassador #tridotcoach   Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!      Announcements:   Upcoming Programming in January - In January we are going to bulletproof you and your season with a focus on strength and mobility. In fact we have Erin Carson on board to share her expertise on the podcast.    FulGaz Virtual Group Ride Schedule - Starting January 4th, we will be having our monthly FulGaz Virtual Group Ride the 1st Saturday of every month. Join us this week as we ride IM Nice 8am MT. We also have a Zoom link so you can join us and be social. We had a fun ride around the island at IM Cozumel last weekend. We'll announce February's location soon.   Grit2Greatness Coaching Facebook Page Live - Come check out our new coaching Facebook page @grit2greatnesscoaching   There's so much to see and learn from our new page and it's open to everyone!  Webinars Camps and seminars Experts Workout demonstrations Weekly Challenges Athlete Stories and highlights -And so much more!   Ask A Coach Sponsor: G2G Coaching Triathletes, are you tired of guessing your way through training? It's time to train smarter, not harder. At Grit2Greatness Coaching, we've partnered with TriDot to take the guesswork out of your journey and replace it with precision, purpose, and progress.   When you sign up through Coach April's or Coach Rich's TriDot links, you're not just getting access to a powerful platform—you're joining a team that's committed to your success. From personalized workouts to cutting-edge analytics, TriDot adapts to your goals, lifestyle, and fitness level to deliver results like never before.   We'll ensure your onboarding is seamless with our white-glove experience. From account setup to understanding your training insights, we'll be by your side every step of the way. Plus, your journey starts risk-free with a 2-week trial and plans starting at just $14.99 a month after that.   You're capable of more than you realize, and with the right tools and guidance, you can achieve the extraordinary. Let's make it happen together.   Ready to see what's possible? Click the links in our show notes to start training smarter, dreaming bigger, and crossing those finish lines stronger than ever.  Ask A Coach: Swim strength program? Triathletes need a balanced approach to strength and mobility training to enhance performance and prevent injuries. Here are some key recommendations for swim specific training.  Swim Specific Strength and Mobility Here are some strength and mobility exercises that can help improve your swim performance, body position, and reduce the risk of injury: Strength Exercises 1. **Pull-Ups**: Strengthen your lats, traps, and overall upper body strength. 2. **Squats**: Build lower body strength, crucial for powerful kicks. 3. **Bench Press**: Enhances upper body strength, especially the chest, shoulders, and triceps. 4. **Planks**: Improve core stability, which is essential for maintaining a streamlined body position. 5. **Deadlifts**: Strengthen your lower back and hamstrings, helping with overall body stability. 6. **Box Jumps**: Increase explosive power, useful for starts and turns. 7. **Swim Bands**: Great for developing catch and follow through strength. Mobility Exercises 1. **Shoulder Rolls**: Improve shoulder mobility and scapular rhythm. 2. **Hip Circles**: Enhance hip joint mobility, crucial for effective kicking. 3. **Neck Rotations**: Relieve tension and improve head positioning. 4. **Thoracic Rotations**: Increase thoracic spine mobility for better rotation during strokes. 5. **Lunge Rotations**: Work on hip and shoulder mobility, improving overall body coordination. Body Position Exercises 1. **Bird Dog**: Develop stability through your torso and shoulders while moving your limbs. 2. **Dead Bug**: Maintain a straight spine while moving your arms and legs. 3. **Backstroke Body Position Exercise**: Focus on keeping your head, hips, and heels in a horizontal line. Injury Avoidance Exercises 1. **Foam Rolling**: Release muscle tightness and improve flexibility. 2. **Dynamic Stretching**: Warm up your muscles and joints before swimming. 3. **Core Strengthening**: A strong core helps maintain proper body alignment and reduces strain on other muscles. Incorporating these exercises into your routine can help you swim more efficiently, maintain a better body position, and reduce the risk of injuries. Do you have any specific goals or areas you'd like to focus on? Get Gritty Tip: What is something you should have said “no” to?    That's it for our “Get Gritty” tip of the week! Stay tuned for more practical strategies to build resilience and mental toughness in every episode.   Today's Fun Segment: Like, Love, or Leave It (Triathlete Edition) Concept: This game is all about triathlon jargon and fun hypotheticals. You present three things to your guest, and they have to assign each one to one of the following categories: Love it (It's essential, part of their triathlon journey) Like it (It's fun but optional, like an extra workout lap) Leave it (It's totally ridiculous and belongs in the “no way” pile) Food & Nutrition A gel pack that tastes like your favorite dessert. Post-race craft beer brewed with electrolytes. A mid-ride snack that's actually spaghetti wrapped in foil. Weather Challenges Racing in a torrential downpour because "grit builds character." Training in 100-degree heat with no shade for miles. A surprise snowstorm halfway through your race. Training Buddies A dog who loves open-water swims and runs. A hyper-competitive friend who always leaves you in the dust. A parrot on your shoulder that squawks "Go faster, old man!!" during rides. Unique Races A triathlon where each leg is in a different location (hypothetically, of course). A costume-themed triathlon where your gear must match your character. A race that includes solving puzzles in transition for time bonuses We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on our “Like, Love or  Leave It!!” with us on @303triathlon and we'll share them on the show! Closing: Thanks again for listening this week.  Please be sure to follow us @303endurance and of course go to iTunes and give us a rating and a comment.  We'd really appreciate it! Stay tuned, train informed, and enjoy the endurance journey! Train With Coach Rich: Coach Rich Soares Rich.soares@tridot.com Rich Soares Coaching TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares   Train with Coach April: Coach April Spilde April.spilde@tridot.com Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast Podcast Series - Apple Podcasts TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde  

303 Episode #471 Best of 2024 Welcome to Episode #471 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. We're your hosts Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance news, coaching tips and discussion. Shoutouts to: @genucan @ironmantri @303triathlon @tridottraining @tridottrainingsystem #ironmantri #cycling #triathlon #swimbikerun #Iamtridot #tridotambassador #tridotcoach   Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!    In Today's Show Announcements Ask A Coach Get Gritty Ironman Confessions Triathlon News/Updates - X-Mas Gift Exchange     Announcements:   Upcoming Programming in January - In January we are going to bulletproof you and your season with a focus on strength and mobility. In fact we have Erin Carson on board to share her expertise on the podcast.    FulGaz Virtual Group Ride Schedule Dec. 21 - IM Kona 8am MT The FulGaz Experience Lessons Learned and Adjustments Dec. 28 - IM Cozumel 8am MT Jan. 4 - IM Nice 8am MT   Ask A Coach Sponsor: G2G Coaching Triathletes, are you ready to level up and see what's possible with smarter training? At Grit2Greatness Coaching, we're here to set you up for success with TriDot's game-changing platform.   When you click Coach April's or Coach Rich's TriDot Sign-Up link, you'll get a white-glove onboarding experience designed to help you hit the ground running. We'll walk you through every step of the process—from setting up your TriDot account to understanding how the platform tailors your workouts to fit your goals and lifestyle.  Your onboarding will include 2-weeks of free access and then you can decide on plans as low as $14.99 per month.  Get started with us because we've been where you are and know how to bridge the gap between where you're starting and where you want to be. With TriDot and our support, you'll train smarter, gain confidence, and crush your goals.   Ready to get gritty? Start your journey today—because every epic finish line starts with the first step!   Ask A Coach:  Coach Rich, as you know, I had my CSS test this morning and it was my first in a 25 meter (LCM) pool. I maintained my swim dot score, and definitely gave it my all. The only issue is that I know I left a lot of meat on the bone because of my flip turn technique, especially during the 400 meter portion. In 2025, my swim goal is to focus on improving my flip turns so that I am faster doing them then turning at the wall. What tips do you have to help me master my flip turns? Train With Coach Rich: Coach Rich Soares Rich.soares@tridot.com Rich Soares Coaching TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares   Train with Coach April: Coach April Spilde April.spilde@tridot.com Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast Podcast Series - Apple Podcasts TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde   Best of 2025:   It has been a 303 tradition to have our final episode of the year to reflect on the year. We are going to do this in two parts:   Part 1: Our Favorite “Tri Related” Things    Rich's: Pro Race at any distance: Paris Olympic MTR Personal Race or Event: Colorado's Ride Personal Training Day: Pike Peak Book: The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan Podcast Episode: Gwen Jorgensen Races Local and Mark Allen Reset Tips   April's Pro Race at any distance: Definitely the XTERRA North American Championships at Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham AL–getting to see my faves all in one place and race on the same day! Personal Race or Event: Boulder Sunset Tri - Athena 2nd place finish and flew out of the water looking like swamp thang, LOL Personal Training Day: Riding the Falcon Trail on the Air Force Academy Book: The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga (Highly recommend you listen to this one). A self-help book that encourages readers to embrace their individuality and live authentically, regardless of others' opinions, by applying the philosophical concepts of Alfred Adler, which emphasize the idea that true happiness comes from accepting oneself and not seeking validation from others, essentially finding courage to be disliked if it means staying true to yourself; the book is structured as a dialogue between a young man and a philosopher discussing these ideas, allowing readers to explore the concepts through conversation. Podcast Episode: Ep. #271 Building Powerful Triathlon Habits & Episode #461 Preventing/Rehabbing Injury 9 Year End Reflection Questions     Get Gritty Tip: Welcome to this week's “Get Gritty” tip!   This is where we dive deep into the nuts and bolts of mental toughness, resilience, and building a winning mindset—not just for peak performance in triathlon but for life itself. After all, the best athletes are those who inspire others and lead by example. This week, we're drawing inspiration from Richard Barrett's Seven Levels of Consciousness as outlined in his book, “A New Psychology of Human Well-Being.”  Every decision you make—from pushing through the last mile of a race to handling a tough conversation with a teammate—stems from your current awareness. Recognizing that and learning how to elevate yourself is a game changer. These levels offer a fascinating way to think about how we grow mentally and emotionally, and how our consciousness evolves to guide our actions. Let's break it down:   The Seven Levels of Consciousness map your mental and emotional state across different dimensions. The first three levels—Survival, Relationship, and Self-Esteem—are where fear-based, limiting beliefs often hold us back. Imagine you're mid-race, and your energy plummets. If your mindset shifts to Survival mode, you may feel overwhelmed and anxious, questioning your ability to finish. Sound familiar? These thoughts are rooted in fear, not possibility. Here's the gritty part: when you recognize these fear-based triggers, you gain the power to shift your mindset. For example, instead of spiraling into doubt when you're struggling on the bike or in open water, ground yourself by focusing on what's in your control—your breathing, cadence, or a mental mantra like 'calm and strong.' This technique helps you climb from Survival consciousness to higher levels like Transformation or Internal Cohesion, where you're aligned with your purpose and values, not paralyzed by fear. For coaches, this model is equally transformative. When you understand where your athletes are mentally, you can tailor your guidance to meet them where they are. An athlete stuck in Survival consciousness after a DNF might need reassurance and small, actionable steps to rebuild their confidence. By recognizing these patterns, you help them develop resilience and guide them toward realizing their potential. Ready to go deeper? Level 1: Survival Consciousness   *Triathlete Perspective*:   At this level, you're focused on meeting your most basic needs—hydration, nutrition, rest, and overall health. Think about the first time you trained for a triathlon. Were you worried about how far you could swim without panicking or whether you'd have the energy to finish a workout? Survival consciousness is about building a foundation of physical security. For new triathletes, it's essential to master these basics without succumbing to fear. Trust your training plan and learn to prepare for challenges like staying fueled on a long ride or handling a flat tire on race day. *Coach's Perspective*:   A coach operating at this level helps their athletes build confidence in the fundamentals—proper gear, safety in open water, and pacing basics. It's about creating an environment where athletes feel safe to grow without being overwhelmed by survival fears.  Level 2: Relationship Consciousness   *Triathlete Perspective*:   Once your survival needs are met, you start seeking connection—belonging to a training group or feeling supported by friends and family. At this stage, having training partners or a triathlon club is critical. It's where you begin to feel like you're part of a team and gain strength from the relationships you've built. *Coach's Perspective*:   A great coach fosters a sense of community. They emphasize the importance of collaboration, such as relay races or group workouts, where athletes feel supported. This level is also where trust is built between coach and athlete, helping athletes feel safe to share fears or insecurities. Level 3: Self-Esteem Consciousness   *Triathlete Perspective*:   This level is about proving to yourself that you belong in the sport. Maybe you're chasing your first podium finish, hitting a PR, or finally calling yourself a "triathlete" without hesitation. However, the flip side of this level is battling self-doubt. A bad workout or race can trigger those nagging thoughts of not being good enough.  *Coach's Perspective*:   Coaches at this level focus on building confidence. They set realistic goals for their athletes to achieve small wins, reinforcing a sense of accomplishment. A coach might celebrate a new PR or remind athletes that even showing up is a victory on tough days. Level 4: Transformation Consciousness   *Triathlete Perspective*:   At this stage, you start asking more profound questions. Why am I doing this? What does triathlon mean to me? This is where athletes often discover their *why*—whether it's to push boundaries, inspire others, or simply find joy in the process. Transformation consciousness is about stripping away ego-driven motives and aligning your training with core values. *Coach's Perspective*:   Coaches help guide athletes toward this level by encouraging reflection. This might involve post-race debriefs, journaling about their journey, or exploring how triathlon fits into their broader life goals. Level 5: Internal Cohesion Consciousness   *Triathlete Perspective*:   Triathletes find meaning and fulfillment in their training and races at this level. It's not just about crossing the finish line but about how the sport contributes to your well-being. You start to notice how the discipline, focus, and resilience from triathlon spill over into other areas of your life.   *Coach's Perspective*:   Coaches help athletes connect their training to a larger purpose. This might mean encouraging them to mentor newer triathletes, participate in charity events, or reflect on how triathlon enhances their relationships and careers. Level 6: Making a Difference Consciousness  *Triathlete Perspective*:   You're not just in the sport for yourself at this stage—you want to give back. Maybe you're mentoring a beginner, volunteering at a race, or advocating for inclusivity in triathlon. Your focus shifts to making a positive impact on others.   *Coach's Perspective*:   Coaches at this level inspire athletes to think beyond personal goals and contribute to the community. They might lead initiatives to promote youth triathlon programs or encourage athletes to support causes that align with their values. Level 7: Service Consciousness   *Triathlete Perspective*:   This is the pinnacle of consciousness, where triathlon becomes a way of life and an expression of your deepest self. Training and racing are no longer "work" but a form of play, joy, and connection. You're fully aligned with your purpose, using the sport as a platform to live authentically and inspire others.   *Coach's Perspective*:   A coach at this level is no longer just teaching athletes—they're transforming lives. They model selfless service and show that triathlon can be a force for good, whether it's inspiring resilience, building community, or fostering personal transformation. Here's the gritty takeaway: every level builds on the last. To grow as athletes and humans, we need to move beyond basic survival or simple performance metrics and tap into reflection, connection, and purpose. When you level up your consciousness, you level up your life—inside and outside the sport.   Triathlon is the perfect metaphor for life—challenging, rewarding, and constantly evolving. By learning to identify and elevate your level of consciousness, you don't just get stronger physically; you build the mental toughness that helps you overcome any obstacle. Remember, growth begins with awareness.  So, this week, ask yourself: what level of consciousness are you operating from right now? How can you elevate it? Whether you're a triathlete or a coach, climbing these levels could be the key to unlocking your potential.   That's it for our “Get Gritty” tip of the week! Stay tuned for more practical strategies to build resilience and mental toughness in every episode.   Today's Fun Segment: Ironman Confessions Description: A no-holds-barred look at the funny, embarrassing, or downright weird moments athletes have experienced during training or races. Think: porta-potty stories, open-water freak-outs, or “bonking” in the most awkward situations. Example: “I ate someone else's gel at an aid station…on purpose.” Example: “I have sucked the sweat out of the bill of my own visor.” Truth or Lie? Example: “Drank out of a dog bowl at the end of a driveway” Truth or Lie? We want to hear from you! Share your Ironman Confessions with us at ****– and we'll share them on the show!  

Episode # 470 Indoor Cycling We have an exciting show today as we continue our Winter Series on different ways to stay fit during the cold dark months of winter. This week we are spinning up a discussion on Indoor Cycling. #ironmantri #cycling #triathlon #swimbikerun  #Iamtridot #tridotambassador #tridotcoach Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly!  In Today's Show Announcements Ask A Coach - How to get the most out of indoor cycling? Feature Interview - Bec Burns of FulGaz Triathlon News/Updates - Taupo 70.3 World Champs Pics and Results   Announcements:  Upcoming Programming in January - I can't believe we are already talking about January but we are. To set the stage for January, you need to appreciate the journey we've been on and where we are headed in our seasonal programming. In November we discussed the transition season and the importance of taking some time off. In December we have been exploring different winter sports or activities like skiing; downhill, cross country, snowshoeing and more. In January we are going to bulletproof you and your season with a focus on strength and mobility. In fact we have Erin Carson on board to share her expertise on the podcast.    Indoor Cycling with FulGaz - December 17th we had our webinar with Bec Burns from FulGaz to share how athletes can seamlessly sync their TriDot workouts to any of their 100+Official IRONMAN Courses so they can be studying the course while getting their bike sessions done.   Virtual Group Ride Schedule Dec. 21 - IM Kona 8am MT Dec. 28 - IM Cozumel 8am MT Jan. 4 - IM Nice 8am MT   Ask A Coach: How to get the most out of your indoor cycling?    Advantages of Indoor Cycling on a Trainer   Indoor cycling on a trainer offers numerous benefits, making it an excellent alternative to outdoor cycling. Here are some key advantages:   Safety and Convenience - **Avoiding Traffic**: Indoor cycling eliminates the risks associated with road traffic, providing a safer environment for your workouts. - **No Unwanted Stops**: You won't have to deal with traffic lights, stop signs, or other interruptions, allowing for a continuous and uninterrupted workout.   Control Over Environment - **Climate Control**: You can exercise in a controlled environment, free from weather-related issues such as rain, snow, or extreme heat. - **Consistent Conditions**: Indoor cycling ensures consistent conditions, allowing you to focus solely on your performance without external variables.   Time Efficiency - **Easy Access to Nutrition**: Having your nutrition readily available means you can stay hydrated and energized without having to stop. - **Efficient Use of Time**: Indoor cycling allows you to maximize your workout time without the need for travel or preparation associated with outdoor rides.   Indoor Trainer Options There are several high-quality indoor trainers available, catering to different needs and budgets:   - **Wahoo**: Known for their realistic ride feel, Wahoo trainers like the **Kickr Move** and **Kickr Core Zwift One** are popular choices. - **Elite**: Elite trainers, such as the **Direto XR-T**, offer stability and smooth resistance. - **Garmin**: Garmin also provides reliable indoor trainers that integrate well with their other fitness devices.   Training Platforms To enhance your indoor cycling experience, you can use various training platforms:   - **TrainingPeaks**: A comprehensive platform for planning and tracking your workouts. - **Tridot**: Offers personalized training plans and detailed analytics to help you improve your performance.   Virtual Riding Platforms Virtual riding platforms add an element of fun and engagement to indoor cycling:   - **Zwift**: A popular platform that allows you to ride in a virtual world, compete with others, and join group rides. - **Fulgaz**: Known for its high-quality video-based rides, Fulgaz offers a unique and immersive experience. According to their website, Fulgaz provides "the most realistic and engaging virtual cycling experience available," with thousands of routes from around the world.   Indoor cycling on a trainer combines safety, convenience, and efficiency, making it an excellent choice for cyclists of all levels. With the right equipment and platforms, you can enjoy a fulfilling and effective workout from the comfort of your home.   Get Gritty Tip:Daily Stoic | Stoic Wisdom For Everyday Life   Closing: Thanks again for listening this week.  Please be sure to follow us @303endurance and of course go to iTunes and give us a rating and a comment.  We'd really appreciate it! Stay tuned, train informed, and enjoy the endurance journey! Train With Coach Rich: Coach Rich Soares Rich.soares@tridot.com Rich Soares Coaching TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares   Train with Coach April: Coach April Spilde April.spilde@tridot.com Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast Podcast Series - Apple Podcasts TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde  

Erin Carson is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist who works with everyone from age groupers to the best in the world. Erin joined us to chat strength training for trail runners and it was such an informative conversation! She answers listener questions on heavy lifting, hormone health, mobilty, warm up, and more. This was one of the best strength episodes I've had to date!  Check out her programs at https://www.ecfitstrength.com - "Our programs are anchored in science-based fundamentals of mobility and strength training, and we are committed to the most advanced training strategies offered to ensure that we're always at the cutting edge." Insta @ecfit_strength Discount for Ketone-IQ! Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with https://ketone.com/TRW Find all things from the podcast here! @trailrunningwomenpod  Follow training for HURT100 with a baby: Patreon 

Midlife and the menopause transition can leave us breathless, with stress, rising anxiety, and for some an accelerated decline in lung function. The good news is help is right under your nose–your breath. Many of us think of breathing as something that just happens–so we really don't think about it at all. But as this week's guest, human performance specialist Erin Carson explains, deliberately thinking about and using our breath gives us the power to calm our nervous system, decompress our joints, and improve our lung function, performance, and health, which is especially beneficial during the menopause transition and beyond. Erin Carson, CSCS, is the head coach for ECFIT where she provides strength training programs for endurance athletes seeking to perform at their very best in triathlons, marathons, and cycling events. Erin's programs are anchored in science-based fundamentals of mobility, strength training, and breathwork. Her commitment to the most advanced training strategies offered by performance specialists around the world ensures that she's at the cutting-edge of high performance sport support. Her clients include world champions and Olympians as well as everyday athletes seeking excellence. You can learn more about her and her work at www.ecfitstrength.comSubscribe to the Feisty 40+ newsletter: https://feistymedia.ac-page.com/feisty-40-sign-up-page Feisty Menopause Performance Retreat: Join us from November 21st-23rd, 2024 https://www.feistymenopause.com/retreat Follow Us on Instagram:Feisty Menopause: @feistymenopause Hit Play Not Pause Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/807943973376099 Join Level Up:https://www.feistymenopause.com/monthly-membership-1 Support our Partners:Lagoon Sleep: Go to LagoonSleep.com/hitplay and use the code HITPLAY to get $25 off any pillow between now and December 2, 2024. Midi Health: You Deserve to Feel Great. Book your virtual visit today at https://www.joinmidi.com/ Nutrisense: Go to nutrisense.io/hitplay and book a call with a Registered Dietitian Previnex: Get 15% off your first order with code HITPLAY at https://www.previnex.com/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacySpotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

Want to build strength for life? In this episode, we're joined by Erin Carson, strength coach to elite endurance athletes, including Ironman World Champions and Olympic medalists. Erin shares advice on building strength, staying mobile, and making the most of your gym time—whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out. Hosts Dimity and Sarah WF chat with Erin about:  The impact of muscle loss as we age; Why strength training is crucial, especially for women; How to incorporate strength and mobility work into your busy life; Tips for getting started with weights and maximizing your time in the gym, and more.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Make the most of every rep: Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with code AMR at tonal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore insights from top coaches Ryan Bolton and Erin Carson on preparing U.S.A. triathletes for the 2024 Olympic Triathlon competitions and, in one instance, the individual time trial in cycling, through coaching collaboration and training techniques. In this episode, Ryan Bolton and Erin Carson discuss the details of preparing athletes for the 2024 U.S. Olympic Triathlon team in Paris. Ryan Bolton, Director of High Performance for U.S.A. Triathlon and owner and founder of BEST Coaching brings extensive experience as an Olympian for the 2000 games and coaching top-tier athletes, including 2024 Olympian Morgan Pearson. Erin Carson, a renowned strength coach and head coach at ECFIT Performance Strength, shares her unique perspectives on optimizing athletes' physical and mental resilience, including Taylor Knibb. The coaches also break down the elements that separate Olympic athletes from other elite athletes, the explosiveness of modern triathlon races and the resources Team U.S.A. is deploying for this year's competitions to aim for the best results. Learn more about TrainingPeaks and how it can improve your endurance sport performance at trainingpeaks.com.

Join Hailey as she gets into all things strength, conditioning, and mobility with one of the best, Olympic Strength Coach Erin Carson. Learn more about Erin at @ecfit_strength and ecfitstrength.com

Erin Carson is a strength coach who has worked with some of the world's best cyclists, triathletes, and runners. In our latest show, she talks about how female athletes can get the most from their time in the gym. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PLAY needs to be PART of your STRENGTH & CONDITIONING - YES, you read that correctly

Today, we have not one but two of the most sought-after coaches in the world. Lawrence Van Lingen and Erin Carson have risen to legendary status in the world of endurance sports by following their curiosity and not worrying too much about what the mainstream says about mobility and strength for athletes. Guided by intuition and strong intellects, these two coaches are staples in the lives of A-List athletes like Jan Frodeno, Rudy Von Berg, Taylor Knibb, and Paula Findlay. Erin is making her three-peat appearance on the show today, having first come on the show back in 2018 for episode 114 and then just a few months ago for episode  373. Lawrence first came on the show in 2019 for episode 184, which was also his first podcast ever. After recently speaking to Erin and then learning that Lawrence has left his So Cal contingency for the athletic mecca of Boulder, Colorado, we were inspired to get these two on together. They eagerly said yes because they are amazing and love this community, and we love listening to the passion they have for everyone to realize free movement in their body. Thank you for tuning in, and please comment to let us know how you enjoyed this episode. If you find value in the YogiTriathlete and Awake Athlete podcasts, please join us on Patreon for as little as $5/month to make a difference in the life and reach of these shows. In this episode, we discuss: - Letting go of labels - A creative way of being - We are not all created equal - The drudgery of sameness - Being on a journey, not just solving problems - Memorable moments from 2023 PTO, IRONMAN and WTS racing - Working with Jan Frodeno in his final year of racing - Mastery of movement vs outcome - Ashleigh Gentle, Alex Yee, Rudy Von Berg, Cassandra Beaugrand - Why the Nice course demands presence - PTO's influence on the future of triathlon - Relax to run fast - Cushioning vs compliance - Running is an efficiency sport - Taylor Knibb and Jason Pohl's successes - Humans learn through play - Pulling tires Namaste- Jess

We're so grateful to welcome back Erin Carson to the show. Strength guru to the endurance sports world, Erin was the steward of the iconic Rally Sport gym in Boulder, Colorado, for decades. She has an A-list roster of current and former world champions and many age-group triathletes like us balancing life and sport. She is a magnet for any athlete seeking excellence; she exemplifies the same in her work. She generously shares her knowledge and is fearless in collaborating with other movement specialists and coaches. Erin is one of the most sought-after and accessible coaches in the world. She was our incredible guest from episode 114 in July of 2018 when BJ and I were in town for the Boulder Peak triathlon, and here we are five years later with timing that feels oh so perfect. In this episode, we discuss: - don't be sad that it's over, be happy because it happened - moving forward from Rally Sports in Boulder - Taylor Knibb's return to racing - nurturing a beginner's mindset - the marginal decade - rooting athletes in the present moment - Director of Happiness - practicing the fundamentals - breathing and its effects on performance - mobility to strength work - commit to honesty, respect, and trust - expanding our movement bubble - does strength come from mobility, or mobility comes from strength Namaste- Jess

I received this question about Protein Supplements for muscle building and want to share the question and the response with you. Lucy's Question: I am learning so much. I have a question about protein supplements. I have heard collagen, protein powders and creatine mentioned. I take a glutamine supplement for my gut. Any comments on how that might be related to muscle building if at all? GREAT QUESTION! Protein Supplements for Muscle Building  If you listened to Dr Vincent Pedre... Day 1... if your gut is not absorbing micronutrients and able to break down protein in foods.. you're unable to build muscle NO MATTER WHAT YOU CONSUME. L-Glutamine for Gut Health  The L-glutamine helps with healing the gut (IF you've identified and REMOVED the foods that may have contributed to a leaky gut situation).  So first, the removal, the testing, the L-glutamine then supports the sealing of the gut (that can't happen if the culprits are still present).  THEN... dietary protein or supplemented with protein powder with high quality EAAs or a EAA supplement support muscle building and repair.  Collagen for Muscle Collagen supports hair, gut, skin and bone resilience (but is not alone adequate enough for muscle).  So, if you count collagen that you've added to coffee as your daily protein for instance, and your highest priority is muscle building, that's a little deceptive. It hasn't actually helped. Though it may help you with blood sugar stabilization, it isn't muscle-specific.  You heard Erin Carson credit her collagen habit for rapid repair and recovery of a fluke ankle break. No stranger to supplements in 40 years of strength & conditioning, it was collagen that she mentioned.  Creatine for Muscle Building Then creatine - you didn't mention, but I'm adding here because it's a bit like "the next layer" for those that aren't making adequate progress, may be something you want to consider to help. Related Speaker Talks in the What, When & Why to Exercise for Women 40+ event: Dr. Vincent Pedre Dr. Gabrielle Lyon  Dr. Stuart Phillips  Erin Carson  Cynthia Thurlow  A quick addition to this is one of the controversial protein powder options: Whey protein. And another protein source, soy.  I'm going to address this in another soundbite. Stay tuned to hear this one.  Other Posts You Might Like: What to Know About Creatine Supplementation Over 50: https://www.flippingfifty.com/creatine-supplementation/ It's Not Just About How Much Protein: https://www.flippingfifty.com/how-much-protein/ The Influence of Protein On Aging Skeletal Muscle: https://www.flippingfifty.com/muscle-on-aging/ Resources:  What, When & Why to Exercise for Women 40+: https://www.flippingfifty.com/womensexercise

The PTO European Open is the feature this week. 28 of the fastest pro men and 28 of the fastest pro women will be fighting it out over the 100km distance in Ibiza, Spain on May 6th. The race comprises of a 2km swim, 80km bike and 18km run.   Jan Frodeno and Daniela Ryf are two of the greatest triathletes to ever grace this planet, but they have some serious competitors waiting for them in the likes of Kristian Blummenfelt, Ashleigh Gentle, Magnus Ditlev, Lucy Charles-Barclay and many other top talents.   Show Sponsor: UCAN Generation UCAN has a full line of nutrition products powered by LIVESTEADY to fuel your sport.   LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to stay focused and calm while providing the fuel you need to meet your daily challenges.   Use UCAN in your training and racing to fuel the healthy way, finish stronger and recover more quickly!  Use the code 303UCAN for 20% off at ucan.co/discount/303UCAN/ or ucan.co   UCAN Fact: Emma Bates's marathon of 2:22:10 Emma Bates (born July 8, 1992) is an American middle- and long-distance runner. She is a 12-time All-American, the 2014 NCAA 10,000 champion competing for Boise State University, and the 2018 U.S. Women's Marathon Champion.   In 2021, Bates moved to Boulder, Colorado to join Team Boss and is coached by Joe Bosshard.   Emma fuels her marathons with 1 UCAN Edge energy gel every 5k. During Boston, she consumed an Edge gel at every 5k water stop except for at 40k. She consumed a total of 7 gels to fuel her personal best marathon of 2:22:10. In training, Emma takes an Edge gel every 45-60 minutes, but she uses them more frequently when she's racing. No matter how often she uses them, what Emma loves most about UCAN is that it never bothers her stomach.     In Today's Show Endurance News - PTO European Open, Taylor Knibb on stress fracture rehab What's new in the 303 - Lookout Mountain Hill Climb is in danger of cancellation; Boulder Valley Velodrome Video of the Week - Countdown to the PTO Euro Open   Endurance News:   PTO European Open 2023: The keys to victory for a mouthwatering Ibiza weekend By John Levison 4 May 2023 We are just days away now from the first PTO Tour event of the 2023 season, the 2023 European Open, which will be held on Saturday in Ibiza, Spain. Full details on the timing, how to watch and more in our pre-event explainer.   What I want to do here is take a look ahead, and outline some of the potential factors which could change the direction of the race on Saturday, for both the Pro Men and Pro Women.   Coming so early in the typical racing year, it is very unusual to have such a depth of field in early May. Many of the favourites – Ryf, Charles-Barclay, Blummenfelt, Ditlev, Brownlee, Frodeno as examples – have not yet raced at all. Some – Haug, West, Sodaro, Jewett – arrive with confidence, while others have perhaps not hit the heights they wanted in their limited races this year.   That all suggests strongly that this one is unlikely to go simply to form and rankings. Despite the best experience and preparations, expect at least some of the top names to talk post-race that their race sharpness was missing.   How big will Lucy's swim lead be? As is now familiar, Great Britain's Lucy Charles-Barclay will almost certainly be the first athlete to complete the 2km swim at Figueretas Beach. In the absence of Taylor Knibb – who managed to stay with the Brit in Dallas last year – she's probably going to be solo through most of the two laps on Saturday.   Lotte Wilms (70.3 World Champs) and Sara Perez Sala (Challenge Miami) have shown the potential to perhaps come closest in the water, but the gap to some of the big-name favourites (Ashleigh Gentle, Daniela Ryf, Paula Finlay and co) will be the one of the first points of interest.   Of note, is that LCB has spent four weeks training consistently at altitude in Font-Romeu, France to prepare for this race. Her altitude block immediately prior to the 2021 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship helped deliver one of the greatest middle-distance performances ever. If Saturday starts with a gap of significantly more than a minute over those with genuine winning potential, then it'll be advantage Lucy less than 30 minutes into the racing.   Lucy Charles-Barclay / IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2021 Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images for IRONMAN Where's Kristian and Magnus? For the men's swim, the chances of a lone athlete breaking clear are remote zero. You would expect the likes of Aaron Royle, Alistair Brownlee, Jan Frodeno, Daniel Baekkegard, Ben Kanute and Kyle Smith to be among those within 10/15 seconds entering T1. Will the in-form Jason West make that cut here?   Key questions will be: How close will IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion, Krsitian Blummenfelt be? And what deficit will Denmark's Magnus Ditlev have to make up? The Dane won't be at the front, but is a better swimmer than I think many give him credit for. If he enters T1 within say a minute or so of the leaders, he's right where he needs to be. Significantly less, and he'll be smiling as he starts dropping the watt bombs on the bike!   Group dynamics Once we are onto the bikes – and with memories of 2022 still vivid – how groups on the bike are monitored and policed will, I think, be key to how the race plays out. Nobody wants to see drafting penalties issued – but equally, we want to see racing within the rules too.   That's as much to do with the athletes, as it is the Technical Officials.   Looking at the bike course, it's basically a straight line, out-and-back course, which starts with a steady incline of just over 5km. The latter, perhaps, may help thin the field out early, while the nature of the route should help make maintaining a legal distance easy (and easier to spot).   We'll see how this plays out – and hopefully we won't even need to reference it post-race.   Breakaway? Who'll make – or be able to make – a move on the bike? I don't think that's going to come via bike handling skills – this is not Nice, France for example – but if we take the men first, who'll be able to get away? The lack of Sam Laidlow means one less ‘go from the gun' athlete with proven bike ability, but it feels unlikely that Brownlee, Kanute, Frodeno and co. will be playing it safe, with the likes of Blummenfelt and Ditlev probably not far behind.   Kristian is confident he can win on the run if needed. That remains to be proven, but nobody is going to be waiting around to make it any easier for him. I think that points to any lead group from the swim being whittled down via sustained pressure, but if I had to make a prediction, I think we'll see a small and very select group entering T2 separated by 10-15 seconds.   In typical fashion, I expect Lucy Charles-Barclay to lead for at least a significant proportion of this race, solo. If she's on St George 2021 form, that could be all the way to the finish line. As one of the few top female athletes not to have raced this year, she's been relatively quiet in media headline terms – but her competition will surely not have forgotten her abilities.   With some of the greatest runners we've ever seen in action here – Anne Haug, Chelsea Sodaro, Tamara Jewett and Emma Pallant-Browne – that all points to Daniela Ryf and Paula Findlay in particular leading the charge to join LCB up front. Without Taylor Knibb as a potential partner at the front, if LCB finds Ryf and Findlay riding well and bridging up without those ‘runners', I think she'll be more than content with that company.   Who's got the run legs? We've talked at length in the lead-up to this race about the strength-in-depth of the fields. We know we have some of the best runners in the history of the sport racing, but who can produce it against this level of competition, especially when the swim and bike will surely be raced in aggressive fashion in both the men's and women's fields? I don't foresee anyone starting their 18km feeling fresh – remember what happened to Blummenfelt, Laidlow and Brownlee at the Canadian Open?!   Most peoples' wildcard for the men's race is Jason West, for example. A well-earned position, courtesy of his form this year at CLASH Miami and 70.3 Oceanside, each producing headline-grabbing run splits. Will he be in a position at T2 to put that to potentially race-winning use? Frodeno and Brownlee are two of the most decorated athletes of all time, but what have they got left in their running legs?   Similar situation for the women. Tamara Jewett's run prowess is not new, but Oceanside was the first time that had resulted in a win against some of the biggest names in the sport. This is another step up. Anne Haug has used her run speed to podium in almost every non-drafting race she starts – is Tamara there, just yet?   https://www.tri247.com/triathlon-news/elite/pto-tour-european-open-start-list-bib-numbers-pro-men https://www.tri247.com/triathlon-news/elite/pto-tour-european-open-start-list-bib-numbers-pro-women   Taylor Knibb on stress fracture rehab By Jonathan Turner News Director 20 Apr 2023 American star Taylor Knibb is back firing on all cylinders after an extended injury layoff.   She launched her YouTube channel this week (video embedded below) with a detailed rundown of the healing process – and frighteningly for her rivals she appears to have produced that astonishing performance to win the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship last October in spite of her foot issues.   Talking through the timeline and the details of the injury which has kept her on the sidelines since November's WTCS finale in Abu Dhabi, she explained how the problem first emerged: “I was prepping for WTCS Leeds [which took place in early June] and I felt something in my foot and was diagnosed with a stress reaction.   “I was told two to six weeks and you'll be back, it's really minor. One surgeon even said I wouldn't have even stopped you from running with that minor an edema.   “But it wasn't healing and finally at 11 weeks I saw a doctor and he said you can start running now because if it's not healed, it's not going to heal.   “So I started racing in the fall – I raced Dallas, Cagliari and then the 70.3 Worlds, Bermuda and Abu Dhabi.   And that quintet of races saw some superb performances – she picked up a second, third and fourth in the WTCS events, led for much of the PTO US Open in Dallas before being overhauled by Ashleigh Gentle and then produced that masterclass in St George where she left the world's best trailing in her wake.   But taking up the story after that busy spell of racing, Knibb revealed: “Then I took a little break and it turns out that my foot was not healed. So I got an MRI and it was now a stress fracture, with a CT scan showing a fracture line.   “So then my options were I could rest it fully and hope it would heal and that I think would be eight weeks of nothing in a boot – no weight bearing, no training whatsoever.   “Or I could get surgery and I opted for that and got a screw put in my fifth metatarsal on January 3rd.” From that point onwards it's all been about the recovery process, something that the 25-year-old freely admits has been “very challenging”.   She explained: “Because the incision point is directly to the bone I had to be very careful and wait until it had healed before starting swimming again or doing anything.   “I did get to do strength training with Erin [Carson] which helped my sanity a lot – I wanted to go in the day after surgery, I think she said no to that but it was maybe two days after I was back working with her.   “It was four weeks before I was cleared to do some easy swimming and biking and built it up gradually.   “But I'm back fully swimming and biking and adding the running in now.”   She goes into detail on the video about how even getting back outside has been a big boost and what she might do differently in the future, saying: “It was tough but I think that I have learned a lot from it and I think if I were to do it again I would focus on what you need to do [rather than what you can't].   “It was very challenging and I'm very grateful for the people around me because I know I was not fun to be around some days. But it's a period of time that's hopefully closed now.”   The defence of her 70.3 Worlds title in Finland in late August is the big priority for 2023 and we look forward to seeing her back on the start line soon – and hopefully producing more YouTube videos too!     What's New in the 303: Bicycle Colorado Event Support April 28 at 12:30 PM  · The Lookout Mountain Hill Climb is in danger of cancellation due to low pre-registration numbers. At this point, they cannot cover the costs of the event. Please register here to support this iconic event: https://www.bikereg.com/racer-x-cycling-lookout-mountain....   Thank you all for constructive comments. For new racers, most events have a 'Race Flyer' which holds all relevant information for an event. Race Flyers can be found on the BC website within the event listing: https://www.bicyclecolorado.org/.../lookout-mountain.../.   'Race groups' or 'categories' are a structure to classify athletes. This category structure is in place to an effort to make events safer and more balanced. Beginners start at Category 5 and progress toward Category 1 through participation and earning results in races.   A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE VELODROME The Boulder Valley Velodrome is a 250-meter wooden cycling track in Erie, Colorado which for 5 years served as a training ground for Olympians, and a place of discovery and excitement for those new to track cycling.   Founded by Frank Banta and Doug Emerson and designed by renowned track architect Peter Junek, Boulder Valley Velodrome is an Olympic-caliber track that boasts the angles and altitude for some of North America's best riding. The property was acquired in 2008, construction began in 2011, and the track opened in 2013.   In 2013, a week away from opening, 70m of the track was destroyed by a tornado. Then, after a month's worth of repairs, lightning struck in the same spot. That was the month of the disastrous Boulder flood.   Over its 5 years of operation, the velodrome hosted numerous national and international cycling events and was a popular destination for anyone from Olympians to amateur cyclists and families – really anyone with the need for speed.   The facility was put up for sale in 2019 and has since fallen into disrepair. In 2020, a group of dedicated cycling enthusiasts launched a campaign to resurrect the velodrome and restore it to its former glory. Their efforts have included fundraising through GoFundMe, seeking sponsorships, and recruiting volunteers to help with the restoration work.   The goal of the campaign is to create a world-class cycling destination that will attract riders from all over the world and help to promote the sport of cycling. With the support of the community, the Boulder Valley Velodrome is poised to once again become a vibrant center of cycling culture and competition.   The Boulder Valley Velodrome's story is, and will always be, a story of passion, perseverance, and community.   Out of the 26 velodromes in the country, the Boulder Valley Velodrome is one of just two tracks that meet Olympic standards.   For press inquiries, please contact info@bouldervalleyvelodrome.org.   Boulder 70.3 - Don't Delay! Only 200 spots left! IRONMAN announced they only have 200 spots remaining for general registration for IRONMAN 70.3 Boulder in beautiful Colorado. Boulder caters to the outdoor enthusiast and not only provides epic trails and outdoor activities but also world-class dining, shopping, events and craft beer and spirits. Boulder gives you a taste of everything Colorado.   IRONMAN 70.3 Boulder | June 10, 2023     Video of the Week: Jan Frodeno, Daniela Ryf: Not Done Yet | Countdown to PTO European Open

In our latest Fast Talk Femmes episode, we talk with top strength coach Erin Carson on how female athletes can get the most from their time in the gym.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Generative AI is disrupting the professions of writers, artists, coders and now audiobook narrators. We explore this with tech journalist Erin Carson. Plus we take a look at the “RESTRICT Act'' from Senators Mark Warner of Virginia and John Thune of South Dakota. The latest bill designed to curb TikTok in the US. And we explain what's happening with verified Twitter accounts after Elon Musk's tweet on Monday.Starring Tom Merritt, Erin Carson, Roger Chang, Joe.Link to the Show Notes. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/dtns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Generative AI is distrupting the professions of writers, artists, coders and now audiobook narrators. We explore this with tech journalist Erin Carson. Plus we take a look at the “RESTRICT Act” from Senators Mark Warner of Virginia and John Thune of South Dakota. The latest bill designed to curb TikTok in the US. And we explain what's happening with verified Twitter accounts after Elon Musk's tweet on Monday. Starring Tom Merritt, Erin Carson, Roger Chang, Joe, Amos To read the show notes in a separate page click here! Support the show on Patreon by becoming a supporter!

This episode is one I'm very excited to share with you, as I'm joined by Erin Carson of EC Fit Boulder, and Chris Peden of Combined Athletic Performance, to discuss strength training for endurance athletes. We cover a number of topics including Breathing, how we program strength training, as well as the role of strength training in an endurance athletes training regimen, and much more! If you enjoy this episode, and have a question you'd like to have us discuss in future Coaches round tables, or here on the podcast, click on the "question" associated with this podcast episode, and let us know! Connect with Erin Carson Instagram Website Connect with Chris Peden Instagram Sign up for Menachem's Science in Cycling Masterclass Balboa, Spain June 27, 2023 Coach Brodie's Book “Strength Training for Cycling Performance” Learn all bout Strength Training for Cycling Strength Training for Cyclists Certification Insiders List Get Started with the Stronger After 50 Programs --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/menachem-brodie/support

In 1995 I wrote my first article for 220 triathlon magazine about strength training for triathletes. My approach has changed a little since then, but over the last 27 years, I have remained a strong advocate for triathletes to make strength training a staple part of their training. My guest today is a woman who works with many of the top long-distance triathletes including the top 3 female athletes at the recent 70.3 World Championships: Taylor Knibb, Paula Findlay & Emma Pallant Brown. Erin Carson is based in that other triathlon Mecca, Boulder, Colorado and she is going to share with us her thoughts on why this is such an important part of your programme and how you can incorporate mobility and strength work into what I'm sure is an already busy schedule. Erin is very much hands-on with her clients and seeks to find realistic solutions to keep them interested and engaged. When an athlete like Mirinda Carfare tells you that she wants to get stronger but not build muscle, it's important to have a few other tools in your bag. Erin was super enthusiastic as you might expect from someone speaking about her favourite topic as we chatted about: Why strength training will make swim, bike and run workouts easier How to accomplish a meaningful strength workout in less than 10 minutes Why the pace of long-distance triathletes drops in the second half of the run Why ankle stiffness is important for running fast and why it is different to tightness The benefits of ‘foundation training' and breathwork in developing the core Essential equipment for your home gym The benefits of breath work Why the posterior chain is so important To find out more about Erin and the work she does, please check out these links to her social media channels: Rallysport website EC Fit Strength Website Facebook  Instagram YouTube Twitter    Erin mentioned the following as great resources. Please check them out: Any Question  FoundationTraining.com Peter Attia - a big advocate of strength training for longevity and host of an awesome podcast The Drive   For your home gym: The Viper  MX select adjustable dumbbells   We also talked about breathing and Erin mentioned this book, Oxygen Advantage by Patrick McKeown. Patrick was also a previous guest on this podcast and if you're interested in practising your breath work you can find out about all of that HERE BOLT test   To download your FREE 4-week mobility plan, please click here. Join our SWAT/High Performance Human tribe now, with a happiness guarantee! Join SWAT/High Performance Human tribe here. Purchase a copy of my High Performance Human e-book featuring more than 30 top tips on how to upgrade your life. If you would like to help offset the cost of our podcast production, we would be so grateful.  Please click here to support the HPH podcast.  Thank you! Visit Simon's website for more information about his coaching programmes.  Links to all of Simon's social media channels can be found here.  For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.

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Erin Carson is a strength coach working with a number of the world's best short- and long-course triathletes. In the Ironman 70.3 World Championships recently, athletes working with Erin swept the women's podium (Taylor Knibb, Paula Findlay and Emma Pallant-Browne). In this interview, we discuss what the strength training of these athletes looks like, and we also discuss strength training from the perspective of age-group triathletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How Erin works and operates as a strength coach -The objective of strength training for world-class athletes -The specific strength training programs of Taylor Knibb, Paula Findlay, and Emma Pallant-Browne  -There's more to strength training than lifting weights -The most important movements and exercises for age-group athletes to master -Home-based strength training SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts367/ SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/ SPONSORS: ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses.  Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as  Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order. ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a unique Dryland Swim Trainer that allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. With the trainer you can do specific power and technique work, including working on your catch and core activation, and it helps you stay consistent even if you don't have much time to train. Get the special Zen8 x TTS bundle including the Swim Trainer and a number of ZEN8 training plans and on-demand workouts on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts. LINKS AND RESOURCES: That Triathlon Show Listener Survey ECFIT (Erin's business) website, Youtube and Instagram Get 30 days FREE access to ECFIT Strength On Demand Premium Mobility, Stability, and Strength with Erin Carson | EP#137 Strength training episode archive RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/ CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.

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Show Sponsor AnyQuestion - https://link.anyquestion.com/Greg-Bennett   Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26936856 "The Greg Bennett Show"   In this episode of The Greg Bennett Show, Greg chats with one of the greatest Strength & conditioning coaches for endurance athletes in the world, Erin Carson.   In her Strength coaching business ECFIT Erin has worked with beginners, to the worlds greatest elite athletes, including Olympians and World Champions Mirinda Carfrae and Timothy Odonnell, to name a few.   Erin own's Rally Sport training facility and Health club in Boulder, which has become the meca for amatuer and pro triathletes around the world.   Erin's content on the AnyQuestion platform is simply brilliant. Some of which we discuss in this episode.   Timestamps 2:15 - Interview with Erin Carson begins 8:45 - Erin & Greg chat about Taylor Knibb and her rise from juinors to her current successes. How she has brought her skill in short course racing, through to her long course events. The harder the course, the more my athletes are going to thrive 15:43 - Greg & Erin rewind the clock and discuss her career beginning from the start. 20:31 - How did Erin adapt her strength training knowledge when she began working with endurance athletes. Erin's ability to incorporate 'play' in her training programs and get out of the training studio is a key to her sucess with athletes. My job is to make the athlete and their sport coach look really REALLY good! 26:02 - Have you ever considered being a full coach to pro athlete's? 27:54 - Athletes bring their challenges to Erin and her philosophy is to encompass herself and her athletes with a team of specialists so she can ensure a full strength training service. 30:03 - Erin explains her view about Lucy Charles-Barkly's injury recovery ... she shares 'the magic' ingredient. 32:12 - Erin describes where and how she is learning and growing as a strength training coach. The research tends to be based around male athletes, rather females. 'Experience' and 'listening' to the athlete can be more important than a research paper. There's never perfect ... there's just fast, and pain free 37:54 - Erin discusses how patience and committment to the process is a key as a strength training coach. She believes her job is not to fix things, rather she is trying to work within the brilliance of the body and allowing it to work. 39:36 - We have this mentality that 'tough is better'. Greg and Erin discuss how the flow of running where it's more of a dance than a battle of strength. 40:34 - How much of the strength training that Erin's involved with is about injury reduction, or is it about optimizing performance? 42:15 - So how much correspondence does Erin have with the sports coach so that she is adapting the strength training she allocates and does not 'crush' the athlete. Erin encourages her athletes to come straight to her from their training rathe than heading home and resting prior. Movement before Muscle 48:44 - Erin continues to learn and she shares her most interesting learning lately. The impact between the diaphram and pelvic floor through breathwork. It's amazing if you can just take a big breath and create space between the ribs and the hips, to free up the movement of the pelvis. How do we train the athlete to experience that when they are riding and running! 50:52 - Running tall is a key for Erin. She explains how the GOAT is a tall runner. 53:21 - Erin shares some training tips for us all to utlize no matter where you are in your training journey. 58:25 - What would you tell your 18 year old self? 58:46 - Who would you want to have a dinner with (non family, living or dead)? 59:51 - Where do you see yourself in 3 years? 1:02:38 - Check out the 200+ answer Erin has shared on the www.anyquestion.com app 1:05:13 - Interview concludes   Links Be sure and check out bennettendurance.com Find Greg on social media: Twitter @GregBennett1 Instagram @GregBennettWorld   And check out Erin Carson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecfit_strength Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ecfitstrength/ Website: https://rallysportboulder.com/ Rally Sport Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rallysportboulder/ Rally Sport Twitter: https://twitter.com/rallysportco Rally Sport Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rallysporthealthandfitness?fref=ts

Topics Covered In This Episode:Absolute strength vs. Resilient strengthThe principles of Foundation TrainingThe differences between Foundation Training and Yoga for performanceFoam rolling (does it work and should you do it?)The role of movement in hydrating tissuesGetting stronger and faster without increasing muscle sizeIncreasing 'rate of force production'Breath work for spinal stabilization and expansion of rib cageBelly breathing vs. decompression breathingHostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Guest BioErin Carson is co-owner and operator of RallySport, a Boulder, Colorado training facility and health club. As the head coach for ECFIT she provides strength training programs for endurance athletes seeking to perform at their very best in triathlons, marathons, and cycling events. Her clients include world champions and Olympians as well as everyday athletes seeking excellence.Erin has also found success as a triathlete, highlighted by her 6th place age group finish at the 2016 70.3 World Championships in Maloolooba, Australia, as well as multiple podium finishes over the last 5 years. Erin is a life-long athlete who attended The University of Colorado on a basketball scholarship where she was one of the top NCAA D1 basketball players. Erin's Credentials:B.S. Kinesiology, University of ColoradoM.S. Administration,  University of NebraskaMasters Studies, Tulane UniversityNSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning SpecialistEXOS Performance Coach (pending)Titleist Performance Coach L2NASM Certified Personal TrainerNASM Performance Enhancement SpecialistNASM Corrective Exercise SpecialistPTA Global Certified Personal TrainerPTA Global Advanced Personal TrainerFoundations Instructor L2 30 Days Free of ECFit On DemandUse Code: TRAINRIGHThttps://ondemand.ecfitstrength.com/Email Erin at erin@ecfitstrength.com for 30 days access to Premium Read More About Erin Carson:Website: https://ecfitstrength.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecfit_strength/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ecfitstrength/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ecfitstrengthListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete

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Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

In Episode #40 of the More Than Miles Podcast, physical therapists Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards and Dr. Kacy Seynders interview strength coach, gym owner, and athlete, Erin Carson. Erin grew up as a competitive youth basketball player in Canada, ultimately went on to play for the Canadian National team, and also coached basketball. During her athletic career (and prior to making the national team), she was told that she would need to get stronger in order to remain competitive and this motivated her to start strength training on her own. After attending the University of Colorado in Boulder, and settling in to living in Boulder, Erin become involved in the endurance athlete community as a gym owner and strength coach and now specializes in strength training for endurance athletes. During the podcast interview, Erin talks about some of the important nuances that she uses when programming strength training into a distance runner or endurance athlete's schedule. She also talks about the importance of changing strength training parameters based on the athlete's competition and training schedule, overall recovery, and even mood! Erin explains some of her decision making when creating individualized training plans for athletes and some of her favorite strength exercises for endurance athletes. She also talks about the influences that led her to want to become a strength and conditioning coach and her passion for this line of work. She discusses her philosophy of strength training in prioritizing four key pillars of health, science, movement, and strength. Erin also talks about her gym Rally Sport in Boulder, CO and some of the elite endurance athletes that she has trained including Kara and Adam Goucher. If you are an endurance athlete and interested in how to maximize the benefits from strength training, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a Senior Writer at CNET & CNET.Com *Follow her on Twitter: @ErinCarson

Erin Carson is a renowned strength & conditioning coach for endurance athletes and many of the world's best triathletes. In this clip she talks about being a mature athlete, understanding one's self, and being able to say, "No". Support Our Sponsors: BRATTER PA IMMIGRATION LAW: Exclusive immigration representation of athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and entertainers. SWIM ANGELFISH: Receive the tools and skills needed to teach swimmers with autism, physical disabilities, anxiety, sensory and motor conditions with Swim Angelfish, the global leader in adaptive swim. Get certified online today! BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics. VASA: Essential dryland for stronger, better, faster swimmers. Save 10% using the code "brett" at checkout! DESTRO SWIM TOWERS: Save $150 per double swim tower by using the code "brett" at checkout! SWIMNERD: Big and small digital pace clocks, virtual scoreboards, and live results. Subscribe to the Swimnerd Newsletter at swimspam.com Subscribe & Listen: Apple Podcasts Google Spotify YouTube Produced by: SWIMNERD

Erin Carson owns RallySport, a Boulder, Colorado training facility and health club. As the head coach for ECFIT she provides strength training programs for endurance athletes seeking to perform at their very best in triathlons, marathons, and cycling events. Her clients include world champions and Olympians as well as everyday athletes seeking excellence. She is a world leading strength & conditioning coach for triathletes worldwide. She has coached the likes of Miranda Carfrae, Paula Findlay, Flora Duffy, Tim O'Donnell, and Evie Stevens. 00:00 Bratter PA, Immigration Law 00:04 Hello Erin Carson 03:30 Coach communication & trust 05:30 Why Triathlon? 09:15 What are you trying to do in the gym? 11:00 3 areas of mobility 12:30 Swimming vs Running 15:15 Transferable endurance in the gym 17:45 Working in the shadows 19:55 Starting young 22:25 Gym schedule 24:00 Pre-practice routine 26:30 Mobility & Stability 28:30 Get away from swimming movements in the gym 30:10 Long term relationships 35:15 Better athletes in the sport 37:30 Training big vs small muscles 41:30 Stretching 43:15 Ice & Heat 45:12 Supplements 46:30 Physiques 47:30 Healthy female athletes 50:30 High achieving athletes have this in common Support Our Sponsors: BRATTER PA IMMIGRATION LAW: Exclusive immigration representation of athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and entertainers. SWIM ANGELFISH: Receive the tools and skills needed to teach swimmers with autism, physical disabilities, anxiety, sensory and motor conditions with Swim Angelfish, the global leader in adaptive swim. Get certified online today! BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics. VASA: Essential dryland for stronger, better, faster swimmers. Save 10% using the code "brett" at checkout! DESTRO SWIM TOWERS: Save $150 per double swim tower by using the code "brett" at checkout! SWIMNERD: Big and small digital pace clocks, virtual scoreboards, and live results. Subscribe to the Swimnerd Newsletter at swimspam.com Subscribe & Listen: Apple Podcasts Google Spotify YouTube Produced by: SWIMNERD

Is the human race on the edge of extinction? And is technology the reason why humanity's future existence is so hazy right now?Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Erin Carson, Roger Chang, Joe.Link to the Show Notes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/dtns.

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Is the human race on the edge of extinction? And is technology the reason why humanity’s future existence is so hazy right now? Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Erin Carson, Roger Chang, Joe, Amos MP3 Download Using a Screen Reader? Click here Multiple versions (ogg, video etc.) from Archive.org Follow us on Twitter Instgram YouTube and Twitch Please SUBSCRIBE HERE. Subscribe through Apple Podcasts. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this would be possible. If you are willing to support the show or to give as little as 10 cents a day on Patreon, Thank you! Become a Patron! Big thanks to Dan Lueders for the headlines music and Martin Bell for the opening theme! Big thanks to Mustafa A. from thepolarcat.com for the logo! Thanks to our mods Jack_Shid and KAPT_Kipper on the subreddit Send to email to feedback@dailytechnewsshow.com Show Notes To read the show notes in a separate page click here!

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