Podcasts about ironman arizona

In this episode we speak to John Thomson.JT shares his background and his experience at Ironman Arizona this year.  Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Shoot us a text message! Checkout the full episode here!https://youtu.be/K8bf8VgUeZMhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTriHardPodcast-lc6keZach's Strava:https://www.strava.com/athletes/35510364?oq=zaZach's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/zach4tri/In episode 38 of the Tri Hard Podcast, we welcome back our friend and rising triathlon star, Zachary Bernier-Michaud! At just 20 years old, Zach claimed the overall victory at Ironman Arizona with a blazing time of 8:11. We dive into his incredible performance, the training that got him there, and his mindset on race day. Plus, Zach shares what's next on his journey as one of the sport's brightest young talents. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with a future legend in the making!MY NUTRITION PRODUCTS:Raw (Code NVDM)https://raw.rfrl.co/vrox8Revive:https://revivesups.com/?r=nllk8&utm_campaign=bc&utm_source=nllk8Website: www.parkerkerthtriathlonnvdm.com My Email: parker@nvdmcoaching.com Seid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xlseidlx/ Mike Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michaeldmayjr/ Parker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Youtube Channels: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8AySUd_LUSiT3nX8XlDFlQ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtFVpHhoCOvUkoTvNIa4xrg Nerdy Nuts:https://nerdynuts.com?sca_ref=2280300.5hSTcFZlsbCode FASTFOODIES10The Feed:http://thefeed.cc/parkerkerthForm Goggles:www.formswim.com/discount/ParkerNVDM?utm_source=partnership&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=partner_ParkerNVDMCode: ParkerNVDMFuller Oats:https://eatfullerfood.com/?ref=pqxvptb8Code:PARKERKERTHMobo Board:https://www.moboboard.com/shop/mobo-boardCode:NVDM10Support the show

In this packed episode, Haley and Alyssa recap race day stories from both the recent IRONMAN Arizona, where Haley was spectating her coached athletes, as well as the recent T100 World Championship Final in Dubai. They also welcome two rising stars in the sport, Hana Al Nabulsi and Naomi Ruff. Hana is a Team UAE triathlete who was on the ground at this year's T100 World Championship Final. She shares the growing excitement and enthusiasm for the sport in her country, as well as her desire to set an example and change perceptions of women in sport. Unfortunately, due to a recent surgery, Hana wasn't able to compete at the race, but she shares the harrowing details around her injury and her goals for recovery and competition.The second interview is with Naomi Ruff, the newly crowned NCAA Individual National Champion from Arizona State! She shares the details of her race day, including those smoking fast transitions which kept her at the front of the pack. It's an exciting play-by-play of the event, including the two-day format, team dynamics, and knowing when to make her move on the run. The future of the sport is bright with these two rising stars!Naomi

Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 5 features QT2 athlete Isaac Ou, coached by Anne. On December 31, 2021, Isaac registered for IRONMAN Arizona. At the time, he was just twenty years old. He had never participated in a triathlon. He didn't know how to swim. He didn't own a bike. Less than eleven months later, Isaac crossed the finish line of his first IRONMAN in a respectable 13:01. In 2023, he started working with Coach Anne Basso, racing both IRONMAN Lake Placid and IRONMAN Arizona that year. Isaac bettered his time at IRONMAN Arizona by a whopping two hours! For the 2024 season, he set his sights higher and longer. His GREATEST MOMENT was completing the Starvation Extreme Triathlon in August. This race presents challenges from beginning to end with a largely self supported 2.4 mile dark swim, a 100 mile bike with 9754 feet of elevation gain, and a 25.3 mile run with 7,543 feet of elevation gain. Only 34 participants finished the race that year. 55 did not start or did not finish. Listen to Isaac tell his story of the day, and how he crossed the finish line of one of the most challenging triathlons out there. Isaac capped off his 2024 season the following month with the Double ANVIL ultra triathlon (4.8 mile swim, 224 mile bike, 52.4 mile run). For 2025, he is registered for the Quintuple ANVIL (12 mile swim, 560 mile bike, 131 mile run)! Isaac was obese growing up, and is clinically diagnosed with autism and OCD.  He believes that his his brain is wired to complete extreme endurance events.  Now fitter than the vast majority of people will ever be, he has found his home in the ultra triathlon community, and is continually exploring and pushing to places he never imagined. His story has just begun. To learn more about QT2 Systems, visit https://www.qt2systems.com

It's been a minute since the coaches came together for a chat, and so here they are—Master Coach BJ, Triathlon/Run Coach Melissa, and Mindset/Adventure Leader Jess. They dive deep into the mindset of athletes, of course, but also the ins and outs of training and racing to equal a successful lifestyle, which YogiTriathlete is founded on: the endurance sports lifestyle of swim, bike, run, mindset. Thank you for tuning in and supporting the YogiTriathlete podcast since 2016. It is one of the OG podcasts of the endurance sports world. If you enjoy the show, please leave a review on your favorite place to listen. By joining our Patreon community, you can also support the commercial-free nature of the YTP and Awake Athlete podcasts and the early release of every podcast episode. In this episode: - what the coaches are excited about right now with their athletes - struggling with morning workouts - changing your relationship to sleep - beliefs are powerful - performance on lack of sleep - mindset is the biggest factor in the achievement of your goal - celebrating some amazing athlete moments - Melissa quit her full time job and has embraced her creative side - ideal athletes for our coaching style - staying flexible and fluid - rewiring the brain to keep moving forward - yoga teaches you to relax into the intensity of workouts and life - Bj's love of progression runs - Melissa loves 5x1km off the bike - upcoming First-timers at Ironman Arizona - breaking 5 hours at Oregon for Melissa - going beyond in training for a shorter race builds confidence

Shoot us a text message! Checkout the full episode here!https://youtu.be/n7SXmsrN1MQIn episode 22 of the Tri Hard Podcast, hosts Parker, Mike, and Seid are joined by a very special guest, Zachary Bernier-Michaud. At just 20 years old, Zach has already made a name for himself in the triathlon world, winning his age group at Ironman Arizona with a record-breaking time of 8:44:56 and recently securing an overall victory at 70.3 Coeur d'Alene, and he also recently snagged a bike KOM from pro triathlete Sam Long.Tune in as Zach shares his inspiring journey into the sport of triathlon, detailing how he started, the training regimen that powers his success, and the role of his sponsors in his athletic career. He also delves into his nutrition strategies and future plans, offering a glimpse into what's next for this young and talented triathlete.Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and practical advice from one of the sport's rising stars. Don't miss this engaging conversation on the Tri Hard Podcast – your ultimate source for triathlon stories and expertise!Raw (Code NVDM)https://raw.rfrl.co/vrox8Revive:https://revivesups.com/?r=nllk8&utm_campaign=bc&utm_source=nllk8Website: www.parkerkerthtriathlonnvdm.com My Email: parker@nvdmcoaching.com Seid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xlseidlx/ Mike Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michaeldmayjr/ Parker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Youtube Channels: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8AySUd_LUSiT3nX8XlDFlQ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtFVpHhoCOvUkoTvNIa4xrg Nerdy Nuts:https://nerdynuts.com?sca_ref=2280300.5hSTcFZlsbCode FASTFOODIES10The Feed:http://thefeed.cc/parkerkerthForm Goggles:www.formswim.com/discount/ParkerNVDM?utm_source=partnership&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=partner_ParkerNVDMCode: ParkerNVDMFuller Oats:https://eatfullerfood.com/?ref=pqxvptb8Code:PARKERKERTHMobo Board:https://www.moboboard.com/shop/mobo-boardCode:NVDM10Support the Show.

In this episode, we hear from Margie Kinsinger.Margie shares how she got into the sport, how her 1st prospective coach motivated her, she talks about her Ironman Arizona experience and gives some insight into her upcoming plans.

Clint and Kelly recap IM Arizona from November of 2023 and also discuss the 75 Soft Challenge along with other goals for 2024. 

Cat Heimburger returns to the podcast to share her experience at Ironman Arizona.

Welcome back to the OH Show, where Jess and BJ open up and get honest about life, training, and racing. They are here to answer your questions, dive in deep, and uncover the limitations holding us back that we may not otherwise uncover. Submit your questions today for the next OH Show, DM, or comment on this post. Thank you for tuning in for this episode; sit back, relax, and get ready as BJ opens up about his preparation to race his fastest IRONMAN yet! To follow along his journey, join him over at patreon.com/yogitriathlete for his weekly Vlog leading into IRONMAN Texas 2024. In this episode: - Episode 400 guest? - Art of manifestation - We must use our will to concentrate the mind - Interval training for the mind - BJ's journey to his fastest Ironman - Backup races - Yay or Nay? - What does it take to achieve your fastest race yet - Unrealistic desires - Big goals, mental requirements - Inspired action - First-timers race - Ironman Arizona 2024 - The myth of choice - Exciting adventures ahead Namaste- Jess

This week, we got to talk to longtime endurance athlete Brian Hetherington about his experience at the 2023 Ironman Arizona. Brian has been a runner and cyclist for years, and we dove into what brought him to long course triathlon and what he plans to do next. (Spoiler alert: it's 4-person Race Across America!)

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Clint and Kelly record live from Lewis & Main in Monroe, Washington and talk about the adventure of Cozumel 70.3 as well as the Hail Mary attempt Clint plans (hopes?) to do for Ironman Arizona. 

Yokohama drama, Chatty 70.3 anticipation, Durango bike racing, an inspiring bike movie and navigating your first race of the season. We are all over the place this week!   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   In Today's Show Endurance News - Yokohama, Chatty 70.3 Women What's new in the 303 - The Engine Inside Movie, Durango and behind the bike race curtain Coaching Tip of the Week -  Navigating Your First Race; First Race of the Season   Endurance News:   WTCS Yokohama 2023 men's results: Hayden Wilde runs rivals ragged By Jonathan Turner Hayden Wilde put a flat tyre in Abu Dhabi behind him in perfect style as he ran away with the win at WTCS Yokohama.   The New Zealander, who was second to the absent Alex Yee here last year, had a great swim and was then a driving force in a huge group on the bike – and thankfully this time there was no mechanical mishap to derail him.   With the race effectively boiling down to the 10km run, Wilde took the lead early on alongside reigning WTCS champion Léo Bergere (FRA) before kicking clear on the second of four laps en route to a dominant win.   He had plenty of time to celebrate on the blue carpet but behind him there was a thrilling battle for the podium places – Matt Hauser (AUS) sprinting to second, with Vasco Vilaca (POR) in third.   Reigning Olympic champion Kristian Blummenfelt, second last week at the PTO European Open in Ibiza, was eighth while his Norwegian compatriot Gustav Iden was nearly five minutes back in 39th.   Meanwhile earlier in the day Britain's Sophie Coldwell notched her biggest-ever win in the women's race – click here for that report.   WTCS Yokohama 2023 Results Saturday May 13 2023 – ELITE MEN 1.5km / 40k / 10k   1. Hayden Wilde (NZL) 1:42:13 2. Matt Hauser (AUS) 1:42:17 3. Vasco Vilaca (POR) 1:42:18 4. Dorian Coninx (FRA) 1:42:22 5. Léo Bergere (FRA) 1:42:26 6. Adrien Briffod (SUI) 1:42:37 7. Jelle Geens (BEL) 1:42:42 8. Kristian Blummenfelt (NOR) 1:42:48 9. Csonger Lehmann (HUN) 1:42:53 10. Henri Schoeman (RSA) 1:43:01   WTCS Rankings Standings after Yokohama 1. Vasco Vilaca (POR) 1549.38pts 2. Dorian Coninx (FRA) 1340.52pts 3. Léo Bergere (FRA) 1239.98pts 4. Matt Hauser (AUS) 1124.28pts 5. Adrien Briffod (SUI) 1049.01pts   WTCS Yokohama 2023 women's results: Sophie Coldwell claims landmark win By Jonathan Turner Britain's Sophie Coldwell claimed her first WTCS victory in impressive style as she powered to an emphatic triumph in Yokohama.   Wearing the number one bib, she was to the fore from the start, part of the front group in the swim which then distanced the rest on the bike.   Coming out of T2, she was a fraction behind Taylor Knibb (USA), the winner here in 2021 and returning after a stress fracture in her foot, but quickly moved into the lead and would never look back.   Coldwell bossed the run and crossed the line 17 seconds ahead of Rosa Maria Tapia, the first Mexican woman to make the podium in a WTCS event.   Knibb stayed on well for a fine third in her comeback race, fellow US star Taylor Spivey collected another fourth place and Britain's U23 world champion Kate Waugh registered her best finish at this level in fifth.   But there was frustration for last year's WTCS overall runner-up Georgia Taylor-Brown (GBR) who was never able to threaten the podium after losing touch with the front group on the swim, eventually finishing seventh.   Her great friend Coldwell, having come second to the absent Beth Potter in the opening WTCS race of the season in Abu Dhabi, moves to the top of this season's standings.   Meanwhile in the men's race, Hayden Wilde ran away from his rivals to take the win – click here for that report.   WTCS Yokohama 2023 Results Saturday May 13 2023 – ELITE WOMEN 1.5km / 40k / 10k   1. Sophie Coldwell (GBR) 1:53:32 2. Rosa Maria Tapia (MEX) 1:53:49 3. Taylor Knibb (USA) 1:54:02 4. Taylor Spivey (USA) 1:54:14 5. Kate Waugh (GBR) 1:54:20 6. Maya Kingma (NED) 1:54:40 7. Georgia Taylor-Brown (GBR) 1:54:48 8. Kirsten Kasper (USA) 1:55:03 9. Emma Lombardi (FRA) 1:55:10 10. Summer Rappaport (USA) 1:55:30   WTCS Rankings Standings after Yokohama 1. Sophie Coldwell (GBR) 1693.75pts 2. Taylor Spivey (USA) 1433.17pts 3. Rosa Maria Tapia (MEX) 1157.91pts 4. Summer Rappaport (USA) 1089.35pts 5. Emma Lombardi (FRA) 970.52pts   IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga 2023: Start time, preview and how to watch live By Tomos Land   IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga is the next North American middle distance event on the calendar, with the action heading to Tennessee this weekend with a women's only professional field.   Chattanooga, a small city in the southeast of Tennessee, last year saw Jason West and Jackie Hering take the wins at a race which also doubled as the North American Championships. This year, Herring will return to defend her title.   In our preview below you can find everything you need to know, from start times to streaming information, plus a preview of the professional women's field.   Start time and how to watch live The race takes place on Sunday 22 May 2022.   The Pro race will start at 0650 local time (Eastern). That corresponds to 1150 in the UK and 1250 CET.   The race will be shown live, with the event the fourth of 12 IRONMAN 70.3 events to be broadcast in 2023 in a partnership with Outside TV. You will be able to watch for free via web, mobile or connected TV app.   As always, the ever reliable IRONMAN Tracker is the perfect data addition to support your viewing. If you haven't got it on your phone already, where have you been?!   Pro Women In the professional women's field, Canadian Paula Findlay will line up for her third race in a month as she looks to take her first 70.3 win of the season.   Paula Findlay PTO European Open 2023 run [Photo credit PTO / Darren Wheeler] Findlay, currently ranked PTO #4, will be racing off the back of an impressive fifth place finish at the PTO Tour European Open in Ibiza, where she raced strongly from start to finish.   Defending champion Hering will hope for another win in Tennessee, but against a field of this calibre, which has a strength of field rating of 83.37, might struggle, with her best result this season fifth at IRONMAN 70.3 St George.   The winner from that race, Jeanni Metzler, is set to go again after that emotional return to the top of a podium, after a long period when she doubted she would ever race again.   She told us this week: “It's kind of a quick turnaround but I've decided I just want to toe the line again. I haven't raced that much in the past 18 months so it's going to be good practice to just maybe improve some things on a different course and in different conditions. So I'm looking forward to racing again.”   Along with Skye Moench (second) and Danielle Lewis (third), the full St George podium from that North American Championship race will go head-to-head again.   Metzler Moench Lewis IRONMAN 70.3 St George podium 2023 [Photo credit: Jacob Kupferman / Getty Images for IRONMAN] [Photo credit: Jacob Kupferman / Getty Images for IRONMAN] The event could also potentially see the season debut of Sarah True, who as if balancing professional triathlon and family was not enough, is also fitting in a full-time university course! Little seems to slow True down though, the two-time Olympian winning both IRONMAN Lake Placid and IRONMAN Arizona in 2022.   Advertisements Prize Money: What's on the line? The prize purse on offer this weekend is $25,000 – with each of the winners collecting a $7,500 share of that total.   In addition to money, there will be a total of two qualifying slots for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Lahti, Finland in August.   The total funds will be paid eight-deep, as follows:   $7,500 $5,000 $3,750 $3,000 $2,000 $1,500 $1,250 $1,000   Pro Race Schedule - https://files.constantcontact.com/a202847d001/ab8d8718-1cce-485f-9b8b-d6f69d45eccd.pdf   What's New in the 303: The Cyclist-Lawyer Megan Hottman Featured in The Engine Inside Movie By Kate Agathon   May 17, 2023, Cycling is an emotional experience. It can be joyful. It can be heartbreaking. It can be empowering.   Just ask Golden-based lawyer Megan Hottman (aka The Cyclist-Lawyer), who is one of six bicyclists featured in The Engine Inside, the newest cycling film coming out this summer by Anthill Films.   Narrated by Phil Ligget, The Engine Inside shares the stories of bicyclists from all over the globe who reveal the unique power of the bicycle to change lives and build a better world. “I feel incredibly honored to be featured as one of the six people in this film, when I know that Anthill Films had a long list of amazing humans with amazing stories to choose from,” said Hottman.   Hottman is well-known in the cycling community for her dedication to making Colorado a better place for bicyclists. Her tireless work on behalf of all bicyclists has resulted in numerous, and hard-fought positive outcomes for the cycling community.   She notably represented the family of U.S. Masters road race champion (and friend and former teammate) Gwen Inglis who was killed by a driver in 2021 and was awarded an unprecedented $353 million verdict in a civil lawsuit against the driver.   The Engine Inside offers a rare glimpse into how Hottman experiences the world as a bicyclist- both in public and private life.   Specifically, the film captures Hottman at her most vulnerable- at a ghost bike dedication for Inglis shortly after she was struck and killed by a driver. Or, when Hottman herself is hit by a pickup truck driver and suffers serious injuries.   Hottman said, “One part I am happiest about is the inclusion of Gwen's story in my section- and that now she'll be known and honored globally everywhere the film is shown. It's one small way to keep her name and legacy alive and shared.”   “I'm not afraid to show my emotions -on film or off- as we're all in this human experience together and it's hard. To pretend otherwise does our experiences a disservice. I am who I am, real and raw, and at times emotional. I'm glad the film captures that range of emotions not just in my story but in other character stories as well,” she continued.   While a bicycle can have a positive impact on physical and mental health, it can also be utilized as a powerful tool for social change, as Hottman demonstrates.   By deconstructing the lived experiences of bicyclists, The Engine Inside urges audiences to consider what can be accomplished by simply riding a bike. What change can we make every time we get on the saddle?   Transcending geographical borders, economic circumstances, and language barriers, the transformative power of the bicycle to those who use it in their daily lives is inspiring.   “We were looking for really well rounded people that had an amazing story to tell, and that each had a connection to the bicycle from a different perspective,” explained The Engine Inside director Darcy Wittenburg.   “Although there is some overlap with some of them, they each represent some of the major ways bicycles help humanity from mental health to transportation and everything in between,” she continued.   The narratives shared by The Engine Inside are as diverse as its six participants. Their stories confront a culture that revolves around cars, and encompass global issues that range from climate change, more livable cities, socio-economic inequality, and indigenous trauma.   Despite often formidable personal and systematic obstacles to overcome, each bicyclist used the bicycle as a catalyst for hope and agency.   Threading their powerful stories into a cohesive narrative was also a challenge. “There's so many ways to look at this as it was a challenging project all around! Narrowing down the vast world of cycling into an 80-minute film was probably the first and ongoing challenge for us,” said Wittenburg.   “The main motivation was to focus the film on personal stories that many people can relate to. It was a tricky balance keeping the topic of cycling in the background so the characters' connection to cycling could shine through,” she added.   Sponsored by Hottman Law Office, The Engine Inside Golden premiere will take place 5:30 to 8 PM on June 29 at the American Mountaineering Center in Golden. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased here. Proceeds will benefit Bike JeffCo.   “We're really excited to be part of sharing a film that has the potential to change how bicyclists are perceived! The bicycle is truly a vehicle for making change, both in individuals and communities,” said Bike Jeffco Chair, Jan Stevenson.   “From the time you are a new rider, you learn how to be resilient, how to navigate, how to solve problems. You build confidence in your ability to get things done. These stories take that confidence and show how to elevate these abilities to bigger solutions to bigger problems,” she continued.   Stevenson remarked how fitting it was that The Engine Inside's overarching theme intersects with the mission of Bike Jeffco. “We want to share the joy of biking! The shared global stories really highlight the wide range of positive impacts that simply riding a bike and having access to bikes, can bring to a community,” she said. “Biking is fun, exhilarating, and hard work all at once! The sense of freedom and empowerment that comes with the ability to control where and when we go places is huge,” concluded Stevenson.   Bike Jeffco will be holding a Meet and Greet at Colorado Tap House on June 10 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Learn more about their advocacy and about the Golden premiere of The Engine Inside.   Check out the official trailer for The Engine Inside- a new documentary about the often-overlooked, world-changing potential of the bicycle. Official Trailer: The Engine Inside - A Documentary About Using Bicycles To Build A Better Future     Tip of the Week:   Navigating your 1st Race Registration Athlete Guide Race Course Hydrating and fueling Swim - starting position, drafting, sighting, buoy turns Bike - aid stations, drafting rules, Run - Packet Pickup Transition Area Setup The stack Minimal Bike in gear Shoes clipped or not Walking your route and marking Plan your line for the swim and position     Case Study - Without Limits Productions Colorado Triathlon on June 3rd Race Info/Schedule: https://www.withoutlimits.co/colorado-triathlon-race-info Course Map: https://www.withoutlimits.co/colorado-triathlon-course-maps Checklist: https://beginnertriathlete.com/RaceLog/race-checklist.asp   RunDot Launched by Predictive Fitness, Developer of TriDot May 17, 2023   DALLAS, TX – May 17, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Predictive Fitness announces the launch of RunDot, a run training app driven by decades of data and patents-pending artificial intelligence. The platform produces dynamic, individualized run training for better results in less time while being motivational, fun, and easy to use.   RunDot leverages the same core proven optimization technology as TriDot (its sister app for triathletes) and features an athlete community that is as supportive as the training is effective. Touted in publications such as Forbes, Men's Health, Tech Times, Triathlete, LA Weekly, NY Weekly, and Men's Journal, TriDot has long delivered performance improvements that significantly outpace the gains made by other training methods.   “Runners no longer have to rely on static plans, simplistic ‘adaptive' training templates, or someone's personal training philosophy,” says Jeff Booher, CEO and Founder of Predictive Fitness Inc., developer of RunDot. “Our proprietary and one-of-a-kind technologies consider numerous factors such as genetics, environmental conditions, age, and normalized training stress to prescribe optimal training for runners so they can better achieve their health and fitness goals, avoid injuries and break through performance plateaus.”   RunDot can be used with or without a coach, like TriDot, which has attracted hundreds of coaches including some of the most prominent names in the sport of triathlon. Mark Allen, Michellie Jones, Mirinda Carfrae, and Tim O'Donnell are a prestigious group of coaches on the platform with 10 IRONMAN World Championship titles, numerous Hall of Fame honors, and an Olympic Silver medal. RunDot similarly offers coaches the ability to better serve their athletes and their coaching businesses by letting technology do what technology does best – analyze data and optimize training – so that coaches can focus on the human side of coaching and spend more quality time with their athletes.   About RunDot: Run training platform for both athletes and coaches, driven by decades of data and AI to produce better results in less time with fewer injuries. Optimized run training platform powered by the same AI engine as TriDot. Similar features, look and feel, capabilities, and results as TriDot. RunDot can be used with or without a coach. The platform produces optimized run training for better results in less time while being motivational, fun, and easy to use. Unparalleled results for runners and coaches at a price point that fits any budget. Early access – invite your runner friends onto RunDot with your coach-specific URLs.   Are there plans for a swim and bike version of Run and TriDot. Yes, VeloDot and SwimDot are on the product roadmap.   TriDot (and now RunDot) are training platforms that build a training plan and daily workouts using AI and machine learning using your individual experience, training and performance data to optimize your training to have better race results with fewer injuries.   TriDot Sign-Up Link https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Sign-Up Link https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares The RunDot Project Sign-Up Link https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares?sub=73&type=53     Closing: Thanks again for listening in 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!

In this episode:After Chelsea Sodaro won the Ironman World Championships there was a lot of talk about how extraordinary her accomplishment was given that she was a fairly new mother. While her accomplishment WAS indeed amazing should we be surprised that a woman could do that after having a baby? There is some scientific evidence on this question and I look at what it has to say on this matter. Plus, a conversation with the 70.3 World Championship silver medallist and third place finisher at Ironman Arizona, Ben Kanute.Segments:[09:10]- Medical question[19:08]- Ben KanuteLinks

On this episode: Bike cages or clip on pedals, the Pros and Cons of racing Ironman Arizona, Ironman Florida and […]

On this episode: Dave Erickson recaps, in detail, his 6th Ironman finish at the 2022 Ironman Arizona race this year! […]

This is my official race report from Ironman Arizona 2022

What does it take to train for and complete a sucessful Ironman? Age Group athlete and I Race Like A Girl teammate Lindsay Long recaps her Ironman Arizona race as a first timer, and also shares her experience in building to this challenging event.  A race is the celebration of months and months of hard work dedication and planning, so whether you are thinking about doing your first Ironman, or just interested in how someone builds to an Ironman, this episode is full of useful information. Have a listen!

Last week Bill and I were getting geared up for El Tour de Tucson and Ironman Arizona. Today we are going to give a first-hand report on the pro races at Ironman Arizona and do a recap of El Tour de Tucson.   Show Sponsor: UCAN Generation UCAN has a full line of nutrition products to fuel your sport. UCAN uses SuperStarch instead of simple sugars and stimulants to fuel athletes.  UCAN keeps blood sugar steady compared to the energy spikes and crashes of sugar-based products. UCAN also has hydration products focused on giving you the sodium you need when hydrating, including several clean and light flavors. Steady energy equals sustained performance and a faster finish line!   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   In Today's Show Feature Discussion IM Race Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Endurance News Ironman Arizona Race Report El Tour de Tucson Recap What's new in the 303 How to Prepare Your Bike to Travel   Feature Discussion: IM Race Mistakes & How to Avoid Them Swim DNF: At IMAZ Sunday, approximately 150 athletes DNFd during the swim. The most common cause seemed to be hypothermia or simply being too uncomfortable in cold water to push through. The water temperature was a cool 60.8 degrees (mandatory wetsuit) and I admit that's approaching my limit for comfort.   Tips to Avoid Swim DNF: Be a good swimmer. If you are swimming the Ironman distance you should be swimming at least 10K per week and preferably 15-20K. Your longest swim should be around 5K (longer than the 4.2K of IM). Cold water exposure in the two weeks leading up to the race. This can be ice baths at home or properly supported cold open water with or without wetsuit as appropriate to be exposed to very cold water. Have a good fitting long-sleeve wetsuit with a 5mm or thermal jersey Neoprene cap that fits snugly but doesn't constrict airway (optional double cap) Booties allowed at 65 degrees or colder Vaseline for your face   Bike: The two issues I observed this weekend were mounting and mechanical. Since this was Ironman and most people have their shoes on coming out of the changing tent, not to mention the soft grass surface of the transition area, most do not have the flying mount problem where you can't get your feet in the already clipped in shoes. Most of the near collisions were due to athletes still feeling wobbles from the swim.   One guy had his chain get caught I his rear derailer and he nearly made it worse by trying to ride on it.   Another had a flat the moment he rode out of T1. He had replaced his perfectly fine tubes with brand new ones the day before the race and apparently pinch flatted them. Billy and I helped him fix his flat. Shame.   Tips to Avoid a Bike Mount Disaster: Practice mounts and dismounts Practice change tubes Shake out the bike setup at bike check in If when an issue arises, take a deep breath and slow down   Run: Chaffing - avoidable by using anti chaffing products, testing what you will be wearing on race day during race rehearsals and changing into clean and dry run gear in T2. Dehydration - having practiced your nutrition several times before showing up on race day   News Sponsor Buddy Insurance: Buddy Insurance gives you peace of mind to enjoy your training and racing to the fullest. Buddy's mission is simple, to help people fearlessly enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle.    Get on-demand accident insurance just in case the unexpected happens. Buddy ensures you have cash for bills fast.  Go to buddyinsurance.com and create an account.  There's no commitment or charge to create one.  Once you have an account created, it's a snap to open your phone and in a couple clicks have coverage for the day.  Check it out!   Endurance News: El Tour de Tucson and Its Dual Personality in the Desert By Bill Plock   November 22, 2022, Tucson: El Tour de Tucson circled the fragile ecosystems surrounding Tucson where Saguaro cacti come to life, thirsty rivers cut the desert, and dreamers come to dream. For thousands of years, people have thrived in this at-first-glance difficult environment. Its dry and hot reputation, while well deserved in summer hibernates in November and offers the perfect weather to ride or race.  It's this dual purpose that gives this tour a dual personality and makes it unique.   Top racers from around the country (the world really) converge in the desert to compete. Riders can qualify for Platinum status to give them a more favorable starting position and a better shot at winning Tissot watches—no monetary prizes.  Riders choose 32, 63, or 102 miles. Said ride director TJ Juskiewicz, about 500 race and the other 7,000 enjoy a well-supported tour.   The logistics of closing roads and controlling intersections for 7,500 riders to ride or race so many miles during most of the day in a big city is incredible. The winner in the 102-mile race was able to average almost 27 mph thanks to top-notch police support. I took about twice as long and received the same support.   I chose to chat as I do, meet some folks and not bonk on undertrained legs and lungs! I made it in part thanks to my podcast partner and close friend, Rich Soares who pulled me more than I pulled him, by a lot! This tour showcased so many personal missions. Whether it was the couple recently married on their honeymoon ride. Or 7-year-old Ariana who rode all 102 miles in about seven and half hours and set a record as the youngest known person to ride a century. Or, Timothy from the Pueblo Road Warrior team (supported by We Ride 4) rocked the 102 miles in his tennis shoes and smiled the whole way.   The vibe oozes a recipe of seriousness, fun, and gratefulness. The contrast of colorful cyclists streaming through the desert, pecan farms, airplane graveyards, and adobe buildings on sleepy streets made the time pass fast. Aid stations all featured friendly bike valets to hold your bike. Kids from the Optimist club or the Boy Scouts or many other local groups smiled big and made us feel very welcomed. Said Rich Soares, “The volunteers were great ambassadors of Tucson and the friendly bike valets were a nice touch and surprise”   That feeling of gratefulness is not an accident. Said Juskiewicz, “We gave away 550 free bikes to kids and our 50+ non-profit partners raised over $5,000,000 for their charities through the  El Tour partnership.”   Coloradans were all over the place. Executive Director of Team Evergreen, Jen Barbour won her age group, and Pete Piccolo, Executive Director of Bicycle Colorado was 22nd overall in a very competitive field that included Primal Ambassador and Tour de France star Jens Voigt who finished 53rd. Other ex-pro's like George Hincapie, Bob Roll, and Christian VandeVelde joined in the fun and said Juskiewicz, “having the rock star pros there was something that took this year over the top.”   Maybe this tour reflects the native Saguaro cactus more than we know. It takes 75 years for Saguaros to grow “arms” to help for better reproduction and continue to flourish and spread more seeds. They stand tall in the desert and have supported human life for thousands of years.  Less than one in a million seeds germinate for this defining plant only found in this area.   As this tour ages and grows, it attracts more and more cyclists and helps more and more people. Its arms are dreams and a safe harbor for so many charities raising money to spread more seeds and help humanity. As a late-season destination, a challenging well-run ride, a trip to Tucson makes for a nice warm-up to enjoy Thanksgiving week and reflect on what's important.   IRONMAN Arizona 2022 - Pro Race, Age Group Kona Slots, Observations There were reasons to be excited about this pro race. On the women's side you had Sarah True, Skye Moench, Lauren Brandon, Melanie McQuade and others. On the men's side you had 70.3 World Champs 2nd place Ben Kanute taking his first swipe at the full distance. Familiar names like Sam Long, Matt Hansen, Joe Skipper and Bart Aernouts.   Pro Women: Lauren Brandon, Sarah True and Skye Moench were 1, 2 and 3 out of the water. Skye would take Sarah's spot at mile 28. By mile 66 Laruen Brandon dropped back to 3rd with Skye leading the way and Sarah just biding her time. Skye entered T2 about 3 minutes before Sara True and Lauren Branden arrived 2 minutes later. About a mile into the run, Sarah True took the front and held that position the rest of the run. By mile 8, Melanie McQuaid moved up to 3rd, but she would fall back to 6th by then finish. At mile 14 they came through and I was giving the pro women splits. Sarah True held on to 1st, Skye Moench held on to 2nd and Daniel Lewis would finish 3rd.   Pro Men: Andrew Hosfall-Turner was first out of the water with Ben Kanute on his heels. By mile 30, Ben Kanute was in control with Joe Skipper in 3rd, Matt Hanson in 5th and Sam Long in 7th. Billy Edwards and I saw them come through and called out splits. At T2 it was Kristian Hogenhaug in first, followed by Joe Skipper in 2nd, Ben Kanute in 3rd, Sam Long in 4th and Matt Hanson in 5th. My mile 5, Matt has passed Sam and swapped positions. By mile 12 Joe Skipper and Hogenhaug swap positions. Hogenhaug blows at mile 23 and it's now the podium of Joe Skipper Matt Hansen and Ben Kanute in that order.   What's New in the 303: Leaving On A Jet Plane: How To Travel With Your Bike Article and photos by: A.V. Schmit   With the major airlines removing the draconian fees associated with flying with a bike, you may be tempted to bring your bike with you on your next vacation. Passengers on American, United and Delta will pay the same amount for a bike as they would for any other piece of checked luggage under 50 pounds — about $30. That's a far cry from the $150 each way to fly with a bike, only a years ago.   International flights typically offer two checked bags per passenger with no additional cost, so the idea of traveling for an international IRONMAN or IM 70.3 is a lot more approachable. And… If you plan on racing, having the bike you trained with is an essential part of being successful.   “Woot, woot, I can travel with my bike,” they thought, until they realized, “Oh wait, I don't know how to pack my bike for travel.”   Fear not, I can show you some pretty simple techniques to keep your “baby” safe on a plane.   If you are my age, I'm sure you remember the 1970's American Tourister luggage commercial with the Gorilla. And if you don't recall, here it is on YouTube:   The point is… baggage handlers typically tend to be a lot less careful than you might want them to be with your bike. So you need to take steps to prepare your bike for travel the best that you can.   For airline travel, there are really two basic categories of luggage to carry a bike — Padded soft case or hard plastic case. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. With a padded soft case, you typically have to disassemble less of the bike, especially on a triathlon bike. But a soft case does not offer as much protection as a rigid case.   With a rigid bike case, your bike has more protection, but more of it needs to be disassembled to fit. A rigid hard case does offer more protection than a padded soft case. In the event of a catastrophic situation, like a very heavy piece of luggage falling from a height or the bike case falling off the luggage carrier, either event will likely damage the bike contained within either type of case.   Sci-Con TSA 3.0 Triathlon Travel Bag " Trico Iron Case Left, Sci-Con Aerocomfort TSA 3.0 Triathlon Travel Bag. Right, Trico Iron Case.   OK, onto packing a bike for travel. In this example I'm packing a Cervelo P5 three in a Sci-Con Aerocomfort 3.0 padded triathlon bag.   Step 1 – Remove the pedals, and wipe the grease off the spindles with a paper towel or shop rag. Don't worry, we are going to pack a bit of bike grease for re-assembly when we get to our destination. I tend not to want to travel with a full tube of grease, rather I like to squirt a small blob into a heavy-duty zip lock bag. It's lighter, and you are less likely to run afoul of any hazardous chemical limits.   Step 2 — Remove bottle cages and other accessories. Wrap them in bubble wrap for protection and storage later in the process. And, while you're at it, remove any CO2  cartridges, as compressed gas of any kind is not allowed on a plane. Be sure to get replacements at your travel destination.   Bottle cages, pedals and rear derailleur ready for removal and padding.   Step 3 — If you don't have access to a bike stand, then it makes the most sense to remove the wheels from the bike and use the alloy cradle of the bag to support the bike for the rest of the procedure. A P5, as well as many tri-bike frames, has horizontal drop outs, so you will need to slide the rear end of the bike into the Frame Defender Armature and then use the quick release at the front to secure the forks.   If your bike uses thru axles, you will need them to secure the bike frame to the armature.   Step 4 — At this point, I like to wrap the frame in closed cell foam to protect the finish from accidental chips or dings. With the popularity of online shopping, you probably have some thin closed cell foam hanging around the house. If not, you might stop by your local bike store to see if they have any leftover foam packing material from in-bound bike shipments. You can also use “bubble wrap,” but I've found it to be less effective than closed-cell foam.   Step 5 — Since the advent of 11-speed drive trains, virtually all road / triathlon groupsets have a “master link” in their chains. A master link is a special link that uses a mechanical connection to connect the chain. With a simple pair of specialized pliers, it's easy to remove the chain and package it in bubble wrap.   While many boxes and bags make chain removal optional. It's my thinking the more you can do to protect the frame from damage, the better. A chain moving around inside a bag or box can really do a number on your bike's paint. Just take it off.   Step 6 — Remove the rear derailleur. On a Shimano Di2 or SRAM AXS, this is a very straightforward procedure. For Di2 you simply unplug the E-Tube wire and use a hex wrench to remove the derailleur. On a SRAM system, simple use a hex wrench and remove the rear derailleur. It is advisable to remove the battery in the case of SRAM AXS as well, prior to placing it in a zip-lock bag and bubble wrapping it.   For Di2, just make sure the shifters and the battery are disconnected to prevent accidental “shifting” during travel from draining your battery.   For a traditional mechanical derailleur, remove the mounting bolt with the appropriate hex wrench, wrap the derailleur in bubble wrap and tuck it in-between the chain stays and secure it. Be careful not to kink the cable housing.   Step 7 — Remove the quick release skewers from the wheels and place them in the pockets on the left and right side of the bag.   If your bike uses disc brakes, it's recommended that you remove them prior to packing the bike. I know, it's a pain, but so is a slightly bent disc that is rubbing as the wheel rotates. Most disc wheels are either 6-bolt or center-lock.   If your wheels are 6-bolt, you will likely need a T25 Torx wrench to remove and reinstall them at your destination. And if it is 6-bolt, you may want to bring a few extra bolts just in case 1 or 2 of the T25 heads get stripped during the process.   If your wheels use center-locks, be sure to pack the tools you will need to get them back on.   Step 8 — After you have removed the pedals, chain, rear derailleur, water bottle cages and accessories. Wrap them carefully in bubble wrap and place them in the storage bag that will be placed under the down tup of the frame and secure the bag. This is also a great place to stow the tools you will need to put the bike back together when you arrive at your destination.   Step 9 — Add additional padding to delicate parts of the bike, including the shifters mounted on the aero extensions.  Insert the wheels into the pockets on the left and right of the bag. Be sure to remove your skewers and wrap them in bubble wrap before you stow them in the bag.   Secure the Velcro and other straps and prepare to close the bag. Before you do, it is a good idea to take some pictures of your packing job so there is no question about how the bike was packed in the event there is an incident during travel.   Step 10 — BONUS — If you use an iPhone, then I would highly recommend you place an Apple AirTag somewhere in the bag. This gives you extra piece of mind that your bike has made it on the plane safely. An AirTag is a blue tooth device that can use the location data of any iPhone it encounters to pinpoint the position of your bike.   Your bike arrives in tact, you've taken the time to put it back together and now it's time to rack it and race the next day.   Video of the week: Skip This Week   Closing: Thanks again for listening in 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!

Some huge racing over the weekend saw Joe Skipper and Sarah True regin supreme in Arizona and a big weekend of racing ahead of us will see our new WTCS World Champions crowned! We go through all the action from last week including what do the the much slower times in Cozumel mean about Kristian Blummenfelt's position in the sport and just how close the racing in Abu Dhabi will be this weekend! For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   To sign up as a podcast member and get a whole bunch of benefits head to  https://www.mxendurance.com/podcast   To watch this podcast as a video visit: https://bit.ly/3vzSss2      Claim your free Off-Season Strength Training Plan: https://mxendurance.com/free-plan   Or check MX Endurance out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxendurance    For any questions, comments or suggestions send us an email at podcast@mxendurance.com      You can follow James at https://www.instagram.com/bale.james85    You can follow Tim at https://www.instagram.com/tford14 

Our homeboy Joe Skipper won IRONMAN Arizona! In this episode Joe & Tom chat through his race, bust gym bullshit, talk feelings and emotions! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Netop hjemvendt fra USA, svingede Kristian Høgenhaug forbi Tri-Oraklets podcast værksted til en grundig gennemgang af Ironman Arizona, en solid præstation der havde fortjent bedre end en 4. plads. Vi når også en hurtig evaluering af sæsonen og Kristian fortæller lidt om hvilke konkurrencer han satser på i 2023!

On today's podcast, Coach Derek and Coach Conrad go a little deeper into the Norwegian's Training principles to see how they are maximizing potential. Additionally, they cover Ironman Arizona's Pro results and Ben Kanute's debut at the distance. Working Triathlete is launching a pro team which is discussed in today's podcast. If you are interested in applying, check out the application here!

The turn-around on this podcast was about as fast as Ben Kanute's race at Ironman Arizona yesterday. When we saw Ben announce, just one week after 70.3 Worlds, that he was going to race IMAZ, we reached out to see if he was up for a YTP three-peat experience. And so here we are. Less than 24 hours after claiming the third podium spot and a Kona slot, Ben arrived at our hotel this morning to share his experience with this community. What a guy! We are so grateful to Ben and to all of our listeners. This community is amazing, thank you for being a part of it. In this episode we discuss: - takeaways from Ironman 70.3 World Championship - Slowtwitch distractions - working with a mental coach - the monkey mind - racing his first Ironman - how the day unfolded at Ironman AZ - being strategic but staying within himself - patience - the longest miles of the day - racing in his backyard vs. traveling - Briella's first Ironman race - getting his Kona spot - Dad strength, is it real? Namaste- Jess Photo Credit/IG: schiffsphotography

Thanks to last week's guest, Polar adventurer, Eric Larsen. This week Bill and I are outside of our 303 jurisdiction and getting geared up for El Tour de Tucson. That's right we are recording from the TdT Village. It's a big weekend of endurance events in Arizona with TdT on Saturday and Ironman Arizona in Tempe on Sunday.     Show Sponsor: UCAN Generation UCAN has a full line of nutrition products to fuel your sport. UCAN uses SuperStarch instead of simple sugars and stimulants to fuel athletes.  UCAN keeps blood sugar steady compared to the energy spikes and crashes of sugar-based products. UCAN also has hydration products focused on giving you the sodium you need when hydrating, including several clean and light flavors. Steady energy equals sustained performance and a faster finish line!   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   In Today's Show Feature Discussion El Tour de Tucson, November 19 Endurance News Ironman Arizona, November 20 Odyssey Escape from Alcatraz What's new in the 303 Colorado's Ride TriDot Pre Season Project Videos of the Week How to Escape from Alcatraz   Feature Discussion: El Tour de Tucson University Medicine 39th El Tour De Tucson   Event date is Saturday, November 19, 2022.   GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT EL TOUR DE TUCSON   El Tour de Tucson is now preparing to host the 39th year for what we think is one of the premier bicycling events in the country.  We hope you participate in this year's event on November 19, 2022.  You won't be alone given that annually over 7,000 cyclists participate in the renowned and popular event with distances from 102 miles to family fun rides of 1 mile!   Did you know that El Tour de Tucson enables nonprofit, charitable agencies to raise funds for their respective organizations?  Learn about their programs and sign up to ride on their teams here.  Since 1983, Perimeter Bicycling events have raised over $100 million for local and international charitable organizations.  This significant milestone – a target of ours for some time – was reached after we helped 35 non-profits raise a collective $5.8 million in 2019.   New Routes! New Start/Finish Lines! New Start Times!   Perimeter Bicycling and El tour de Tucson are thrilled to start 2022 with unveiling of exciting new ride routes.  All Rides/Routes start and finish at the Tucson Convention Center and the surrounding area.   All events start and finish at the Tucson Convention Center in Downtown Tucson.  The start line is located at 190 West Cushing Street near the DoubleTree Hotel at Cushing & Church Street.  Enjoy the festivities of the Nova Home Loans Expo & Fiesta at the end of the ride featuring food and drink, live entertainment, awards ceremonies, and the Ten55 Finish Line Beer Garden.   Please note that all routes officially close at 4:00 pm.   The Century (7:00am start) 102 Mile The Metric Century (9:00 am start) 62 Mile/100 Kilometer The Half Metric Century (10:15 am start) 32 Mile/50 Kilometer The FUN Rides! (8:00 am start) 10 Mile / 5 Mile / 1 Mile The Nova Home Loans Expo & Fiesta will be at the newly renovated Historic Eckbo Plaza of the Tucson Convention Center.  Most of the activities including the live music, food, beer garden and exhibitors will be outdoors!   Event Benefits for all Registered Cyclists   Event Benefits for all Registered Cyclists   Medallion to all finishers Personalized Ride Bib Number (through October 1st) Free admission to the Nova Home Loans El Tour Expo & Fiesta Fruit, snacks and water at aid stations every 7-12 miles SAG support Opportunity to earn special Awards Traffic control on route First Aid support Electronically timed finish Results published on website Bike Shipping   If you are looking to ship your bicycle to or from Tucson, find information about bike shipping through Bike Flights and receiving and assembling your bike through Bicycle Ranch Tucson.  LEARN MORE   Bike Patrol   The mission of Perimeter Bicycling's Bike Patrol program is to promote safety, provide assistance, encouragement, and support for the participants of Perimeter events.   Patrollers offer mechanical assistance, first aid as needed and encouragement to successfully finish the ride.   LEARN MORE   Platinum Designation   Platinum cyclists are those in the 102 mile distance with extensive experience in riding in a pack/peloton. Cyclists must meet specific criteria to earn platinum designation and must attend a special meeting.  Visit the Platinum Designation link for full details, including meeting times, how to get the pass required to enter the platinum corral on ride day, etc.   Mark Allen's brother Gary and his wife Michelle Allen   News Sponsor Buddy Insurance: Buddy Insurance gives you peace of mind to enjoy your training and racing to the fullest. Buddy's mission is simple, to help people fearlessly enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle.    Get on-demand accident insurance just in case the unexpected happens. Buddy ensures you have cash for bills fast.  Go to buddyinsurance.com and create an account.  There's no commitment or charge to create one.  Once you have an account created, it's a snap to open your phone and in a couple clicks have coverage for the day.  Check it out!   Endurance News: Gearing up for 2022 Biostarks IRONMAN Arizona The Valley of the Sun in Tempe and the greater Phoenix area are hosting the 2022 Biostarks IRONMAN Arizona triathlon on November 20th.   Part of the VinFast IRONMAN US Series, live coverage of IRONMAN Arizona will be broadcasted on IRONMAN Now on Facebook Watch, YouTube and Twitch. The event also sees Mike Reilly, aka the ‘Voice of IRONMAN', calling his final North America event of his career.   Race day will see 55 age group qualifying slots, and an 100 extra slots for female athletes, for the 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship taking place on October 12 & 14, 2023 in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i.   The course will take athletes along a 2.4-mile swim in Salt River, a 112-mile bike along the Beeline Highway, and a 26.2-mile run through Tempe and along the Salt River, finishing at Tempe Beach Park.   Ben Kanute (USA) will make his full-distance IRONMAN debut following a runner-up position at the 2022 Intermountain Healthcare IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship presented by Utah Sports Commission.   US athletes, Sam Long, Matt Hanson and Chris Leiferman, will challenge for a podium spot along with Great Britain's Joe Skipper and South Africa's Kyle Buckingham. A stacked field of pro females will include American athletes Sarah True, Skye Moench, and Lauren Brandon, who will go up against Canada's Jen Annett, Australia's Renee Kiley and many more.   IRONMAN Arizona 2022: Preview, start times and how to watch LIVE 14 Nov 2022 by John Levison Last week we highlighted our top five races for the remainder of 2022, and the first event on that list comes up on Sunday, the Biostarks IRONMAN Arizona.   Start time and how to watch live The Pro Men will kick-off their day with the 2.4-mile, single-loop swim in Salt River, Tempe, at 0640 local time, with the Pro Women starting five minutes later at 0645.   With Arizona on Mountain Standard Time, that means global race start times of: 1340 UK / 1440 CET / 0840 Eastern / 0540 Pacific.   The event will benefit from full live broadcast coverage, the final race of the 2022 IRONMAN long-distance season to be featured on their IRONMAN Now platforms via Facebook Watch and YouTube – and also embedded on this preview.   As always, the ever reliable IRONMAN Tracker is the perfect data addition to support your viewing. If you haven't got it on your phone already, where have you been?!   IRONMAN Arizona Pro Men A dominant winner at IRONMAN Wales and a career-best fifth at the IRONMAN World Championship suggests that Great Britain's Joe Skipper will arguably start as favourite, in what is a deep start list in Tempe. Big races in September, October and November might be considered sub-optimal for many, but based on history at least, there's little reason to believe that the Brit won't be physically and mentally ready to perform at his best, once again.   Looking back to 2019 for example, sixth in Kona was followed just over three weeks later by a fantastic victory at IRONMAN Florida, capped off with a 2:39 marathon. Success in back-to-back racing has proven to work for the six-time IRONMAN champion time after time. Even last year, he was totally dominant at IRONMAN Chattanooga, three weeks after second place IRONMAN Switzerland. He's seemingly at home racing in the U.S., too.   Joe Skipper 2022 photo credit IRONMAN Wales [Photo credit: IRONMAN Wales] The USA's Sam Long made plenty of headlines at the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, but with that very contentious penalty on the bike, not the sort that he wanted. Winner in Gdynia, strong at the Collins Cup and a podium at the PTO US Open, the form is there – hopefully we'll get to see it on Sunday.   Sam Long St George photo credit Tom Pennington Getty Images for IRONMAN Sam Long at St George [Photo credit Tom Pennington/Getty Images for IRONMAN] The full-distance debut of Ben Kanute will be of particular interest, especially having turned around what was a mid-season of relatively under-whelming results by his standards. He put on a brilliant show at the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, taking a second silver medal at the championship. Strong across all disciplines, he should be at the front of the race for much of the day.   Ben Kanute 2nd at IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2022 Photo: Patrick McDermott/Getty Images for IRONMAN When you then add Matt Hanson, Chris Leiferman, Kristian Hogenhaug, Bart Aernouts, Justin Metzler and plenty more into the mix, then the way that racing has been going over the last few years, you have to think that the course record figures of Lionel Sanders (7:44:29 from 2016), will be under threat.   You can be sure that Great Britain's Andrew Horsfall-Turner will be pushing the pace in the water from the get-go – and with Kanute likely wanting to be a part of that too, that would benefit the man from Wales too.   Pro Women The USA's Skye Moench (#10) is the PTO's top-ranked female professional set to race in Tempe, a race where she has previously finished 11th (2016) and fourth (2018). Winner of three IRONMAN titles since then – and having finished fourth in St George, ninth in Kona this year – she will rightly start as favourite.   skye-moench-kona-2022-bike (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images for IRONMAN) Illness ruined her Kona prospects, but Sarah True still has the class to be a factor in Arizona. A winner this year at Eagleman 70.3 and IRONMAN Lake Placid, the two-time Olympian now juggles triathlon alongside being a mother and studying.   Entering Arizona with a, ‘one race, one win' history over the distance after her debut performance at IRONMAN Lanzarote, Great Britain's Lydia Dant has made rapid progress inside her first year in the Pro ranks. On the bike in particular – aided by her skills as a bike fitter – Lydia has excelled, and will be looking to make progress on that fast roads of the IRONMAN Arizona course towards the front of the race, once out of the water.   Lydia Dant - IRONMAN Lanzarote 2022 finish Photo Credit: James Mitchell for Club La Santa After finishing 10th (St George) and 12th (Kona), you can't write off the podium prospects of the consistent Maja Stage Nielsen (DEN) either. The Dane is really consistent across all three disciplines. Jen Annett (CAN) has taken second place this year at both IRONMAN Des Moines and IRONMAN Mont Tremblant, and so is another athlete sure to be chasing the podium positions in the late stages.   You can find the full start list here.   Recent IRONMAN Arizona Pro winners 2019: Sara Crowley (AUS) – Pro women only race 2018: Eneko Llanos (ESP) / Heather Jackson (USA) 2017: Lionel Sanders (CAN) / Kaisa Sali (FIN) 2016: Lionel Sanders (CAN) / Meredith Kessler (USA) 2015: Lionel Sanders (CAN) / Meredith Kessler (USA)   Prize Money: What's on the line? The prize purse on offer this weekend is $100,000 – with each of the winners collecting a $15,000 share of that total.   In addition to money, there will be a total of four qualifying slots (two MPRO* / two FPRO) for the IRONMAN World Championship in Hawaii, 12 and 14 October 2023. A valuable opportunity to get the KQ box ticked well in advance.   (* Note – Joe Skipper is already qualified by virtue of his victory at IRONMAN Wales).   The total funds will be paid ten-deep, as follows: $15,000 $9,000 $7,000 $5,000 $4,000 $3,000 $2,500 $2,000 $1,500 $1,000   Of course, thanks to the formation of the Professional Triathletes Organisation, financial rewards from performance are not solely from on-the-day performances, and this is one of the few 2022 races remaining to improve your ranking.   The PTO World Rankings will see a total of $2million awarded at the end of 2022, based up on the final standings in those points tables. The rewards there can be substantial, with a move up or down the rankings system potentially earning you more than any individual event.     Odyssey Alcatraz Swim this Saturday   Have you always wanted to swim from Alcatraz? You're not alone. Swimming from Alcatraz is one of the most famous, desirable, and enjoyable open water swims (wild swim) in the entire world. Despite lore that swimming from Alcatraz is dangerous, for experienced swimmers with proper support, swimming from Alcatraz can be safe and fun.   Odyssey Open Water Swimming offers a wide range of open water swims, including the world-famous Odyssey Alcatraz swim. Each swim is led by coaches and guides, and swim support is available on-hand to assist with exiting the water if needed.     2023 Alcatraz Swims: May 13, June 17, June 24, July 22, August 5, and November 4 Note: All swims are pending US Coast Guard approval. In the event that Coast Guard approval is not given for a swim, participants will be refunded in account credit.   Come join us for the ultimate Bay Area open water swim!   This event is not a race -- just a friendly swim in an exciting, safe, and comfortable environment. It is a great opportunity for those training for similar events, including the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, or people who just want an unforgettable, world-famous swimming experience!   The Alcatraz swim is an approximately 2-mile swim from Alcatraz Island to the St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco. We will occasionally swim to San Francisco's Ferry Building, which takes the swimmers east instead of west, but is comparable in terms of difficulty. Check the registration site for specific course info. Regardless of course, this swim is for relatively strong swimmers. Before taking on Alcatraz, you should be able to do this distance in a pool (140 lengths of a 25-yard pool) or during our regular group open water swims in Berkeley without stopping. Feel free to contact us if you're not sure if you are up for it.   Alcatraz swims are $245 per event. There is a $50 late registration fee within one month of the swim. In addition to the swim itself, registration includes an event t-shirt, an Alcatraz Swim sticker, and a yellow silicone Alcatraz swim cap.   All Alcatraz swims will take place in the morning, usually meeting in San Francisco between 5 and 8am. The registration page shows an approximate check-in time, but swimmers will receive an email prior to the event with finalized details.       What's New in the 303: Introducing Colorado's Ride - Bill   Invitation to TriDot Pre Season Project The Preseason Project® is a triathlon research initiative that helps TriDot quantify and enhance the performance gains that TriDot's Optimized Training™ delivers over training alternatives. Welcome to the 2023 TriDot Preseason Project (PSP) application.      Submit this 2-minute app to qualify for 2 FREE months of optimized triathlon training with the TriDot Mark Allen Edition.   PSP is an annual R&D initiative that helps triathletes reach their true performance potential through optimized preseason training. It also quantifies the substantial performance gains that TriDot's Optimized Training delivers over training alternatives.   You qualify for the FREE training if you meet the following criteria: Planning an Olympic, Half, or Full triathlon for 2023 season Train using a device with GPS and/or power Have not used TriDot in the last 6 months Not a professional triathlete Enthusiastic and motivated to get a jump start on your season! * Applications are reviewed and accepted on a first-come basis and must be fully completed to be considered.    Register For Free   Video of the week: Alcatraz Swim: Understanding the Currents (Alcatraz to St. Francis Yacht Club/Crissy Field)     Closing: Thanks again for listening in 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!

Show Sponsor AnyQuestion - https://link.anyquestion.com/Greg-Bennett   Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26936856 "The Greg Bennett Show"     Ben Kanute is one of the most powerful, versatile Triathletes in the world. Winning major titles over the super sprint style of racing, four Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon championships, and twice a silver medalist at the IM 70.3 World Championships, most recently at this year's World Championships in St.George Utah with an epic head-to-head battle with Olympic Champion Kristian Blummenfelt.   Ben was last on the show, on Oct 4th, 2021, where he shared his journey into the sport and his love for his team and family.   Ben Kanute races without fear, leading out of the water almost every time he starts and forces the race to chase him.   It's been a true joy to watch him develop his craft over the years. He has no weaknesses and races with weapons across the board. His momentum is building and he's spearheading the next generation.   In this episode, Ben disects his turnaround from the past 18 months of racing with some tough performances, physically and mentally. Been also discusses his debut Ironman in 2 weeks.   Timestamps 2:12 - Interview starts 7:25 - Ben explains his training schedule going into St George, and then backing it up 2 weeks later with Ironman Arizona. 9:27 - Greg and Ben discuss the deadlines and fees for professional athletes entering events. Yep, pro's have to pay too! 11:23 - Greg & Ben discuss the past 12 months of racing and how some of those lackluster performances affected his mindset. my team are really good at focussing on the positives 29:31 - Ben discusses how important his team has been in helping turn things arouns. Jim Vance, Bobby McGee, Matt Pendola, Courtney (wife), Seth Pepper have all played a significant role in allowing Ben to become free to play and race. you just wanna go out there and take it 33:32 - Ben always takes a race by the horns. He describes the plan and his mindset during his epic battle at St George. From the weeks leading in, to the transitions, to the final run battle with Kristian Blummenfelt. 38:18 - Ben disects the race, starting with the swim. some guys take the gloves out when the gun goes off 41:51 - Moving through T1, Ben explains the first 10-15 miles on the bike and how he focussed on his watts and just hunkered down. "We were in the 340's for most of the first part of the bike". we train to ride at threshold power 46:26 - Starting the run, Ben relaxed and felt he had a really solid shot at the podium. (with no socks!) If you want to beat the Norwegians, you have to take the race to them ... 52:32 - Ben's description of exactly how the run battle with Kristian played out is a fantastic insight into the mindset of a pro athlete. 54:57 - Ben explains how he felt running down to the finish line. 57:05 - Check out Ben's 176 answers on www.anyquestion.com 59:16 - Interview concludes   Links Be sure and check out bennettendurance.com Find Greg on social media: Twitter Greg Bennett Show Instagram The Greg Bennett Show   And check out Ben Kanute at: https://www.instagram.com/benkanute/ http://www.benkanute.com/ https://twitter.com/benkanute/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZB3MuY8VlYo

Mark Pat and Kyle analyze how this upcoming weekend at Ironman Arizona and Ironman Cozumel will shake out. 

This week's guest interview is with Polar adventurer, expedition guide, dog musher and educator, Eric Larsen. Eric has spent the past 15 years of his life traveling in some of the most remote and wild places left on earth including Antarctica, the North Pole, Everest and the biggest challenge of them all - cancer.   Show Sponsor: UCAN Generation UCAN has a full line of nutrition products to fuel your sport. UCAN uses SuperStarch instead of simple sugars and stimulants to fuel athletes.  UCAN keeps blood sugar steady compared to the energy spikes and crashes of sugar-based products. UCAN also has hydration products focused on giving you the sodium you need when hydrating, including several clean and light flavors. Steady energy equals sustained performance and a faster finish line!   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   In Today's Show Feature Interview Eric Larsen Adventurer, Guide and Educator Endurance News Bermuda World Triathlon Series Race Results El Tour de Tucson, November 19 Ironman Arizona, November 20 What's new in the 303 Victoria Brumfield Now Chief Executive Officer of USA Triathlon You Get What You Give, Ask Primal Why Videos of the Week 2022 World Triathlon Championship Series Bermuda   Feature Interview: Eric Larsen Polar adventurer, expedition guide, dog musher and educator, Eric Larsen has spent the past 15 years of his life traveling in some of the most remote and wild places left on earth.   In 2006, Eric and Lonnie Dupre completed the first ever summer expedition to the North Pole. During this journey, the duo pulled and paddled specially modified canoes across 550 miles of shifting sea ice and open ocean.   Eric successfully led his first expedition to the South Pole in 2008, covering nearly 600 miles in 41 days. Eric is now one of only a few Americans in to have skied to both the North and South Poles.   In November 2009, Eric returned to Antarctica for the first leg of his world record Save the Poles expedition. This time he completed a 750-mile ski traverse to the geographic South arriving on January 2, 2010.   Two short months later he was dropped off at northern Ellesmere Island for a winter-style North Pole Journey. The international team reached the North Pole 51 days later on Earth Day - April 22, 2010.   He completed the Save the Poles expedition by reaching the summit of Mt. Everest on October 15th, 2010 becoming the first person in history to reach the world's three 'poles' within a 365-day period.   In March 2014, Eric Larsen and Ryan Waters set out to traverse nearly 500 miles across the melting Arctic Ocean, unsupported, from Northern Ellesmere Island to the geographic North Pole. Despite being one of the most cold and hostile environments on the planet, the Arctic Ocean has seen a steady and significant reduction of sea ice over the past seven years due to climate change. Because of this, Larsen's and Waters' trip—dubbed the "Last North Expedition"—is expected to be the last human-powered trek to the North Pole, ever. Eric Larsen (explorer) - Wikipedia Eric Larsen Explore   Kindred spirits indeed 3 day Gunnison Spring bar tent Camp stove Grew up in Wisconsin Read books about explorations; fascinated by Alaska Taught Environmental Education In January 2021, Eric was initially diagnosed with Stage 4 colorectal cancer, but upon further biopsies was categorized as Stage 3b. After a year of intensive chemotherapy, radiation and surgery, he is currently still in treatment. Cancer journey a lot like an explanation   News Sponsor Buddy Insurance: Buddy Insurance gives you peace of mind to enjoy your training and racing to the fullest. Buddy's mission is simple, to help people fearlessly enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle.    Get on-demand accident insurance just in case the unexpected happens. Buddy ensures you have cash for bills fast.  Go to buddyinsurance.com and create an account.  There's no commitment or charge to create one.  Once you have an account created, it's a snap to open your phone and in a couple clicks have coverage for the day.  Check it out!   Endurance News: 2022 Bermuda World Triathlon Championship Series Flora out of the water second Raining on bike On the 3rd loop of bike joined by maya kingma Knibb was more than 40 back at the start of the bike but in 3rd place by t2 (45 seconds)   Vincent Luis led from swim to finish The front 7 gave an impressive t2 performance all coming it as a pack and dismounting in unison Blummenfelt and Yee were in a second pack   Results: Elite Women | 2022 World Triathlon Championship Series Bermuda • World Triathlon Pos First Name Last Name YOB Country Start Num Time Swim 1500m T1 Bike 40km T2 Run 10km 1 Flora Duffy 1987  BER 1 02:01:26 00:20:15 00:00:42 01:05:26 00:00:26 00:34:39 2 Taylor Knibb 1998  USA 7 02:03:04 00:20:46 00:00:47 01:05:32 00:00:32 00:35:28 3 Beth Potter 1991  GBR 2 02:03:17 00:20:47 00:00:42 01:06:45 00:00:24 00:34:41 4 Laura Lindemann 1996  GER 4 02:04:00 00:20:35 00:00:44 01:06:56 00:00:27 00:35:20 5 Taylor Spivey 1991  USA 3 02:04:05 00:20:42 00:00:44 01:06:47 00:00:26 00:35:27     Results: Elite Men | 2022 World Triathlon Championship Series Bermuda • World Triathlon Pos First Name Last Name YOB Country Start Num Time Swim 1500m T1 Bike 40km T2 Run 10km 1 Vincent Luis 1989  FRA 4 01:49:37 00:19:01 00:00:45 00:58:06 00:00:25 00:31:22 2 Antonio Serrat Seoane 1995  ESP 6 01:49:45 00:19:43 00:00:39 00:58:19 00:00:23 00:30:43 3 Roberto Sanchez Mantecon 1996  ESP 24 01:49:54 00:19:51 00:00:42 00:58:07 00:00:25 00:30:52 4 Jelle Geens 1993  BEL 1 01:49:59 00:19:49 00:00:41 00:58:05 00:00:21 00:31:06 5 Alex Yee 1998  GBR 2 01:50:04 00:19:40 00:00:38 00:58:21 00:00:26 00:31:01 6 Kristian Blummenfelt 1994  NOR 51 01:50:06 00:19:37 00:00:43 00:58:14 00:00:24 00:31:10   Tucson Bikes for Change to give out over 500 free bikes TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Tucson Bikes for Change is giving out more than 500 bicycles for children in need, before the start of El Tour de Tucson.   These special children will receive a bicycle, a helmet, lock and t-shirt at certain locations, along with a free Tour de Tucson Kid's Fun Ride registration.   "This year, Serve Our City is excited to Partner with El Tour de Tucson and their Tucson Bikes for Change program by helping to provide volunteers at seven locations throughout the city to assemble 500 bikes provided by a host of great sponsors for children in need," said Outreach Pastor Robin Blumenthal.   “What a great way for so many partners to join forces and give Tucson kids the chance to experience the joy of riding a bike in our beautiful city," expressed Blumenthal.   TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — As El Tour de Tucson draws closer, drivers in the Tucson and surrounding areas will want to take note and prepare for upcoming road closures the day of the race, Saturday Nov. 19.   An anticipated 7,000 cyclists will navigate the Old Pueblo and surrounding areas beginning at 8 a.m. Multiple variations of the El Tour route are planned:   The Century - 102-mile route; 7 a.m. start The Metric Century - 62-mile route; 9 a.m. start The Half Metric Century - 32-mile route; 10:15 a.m. start The FUN Rides! - 10, 5, and 1-mile routes; 8:00 a.m. start   All routes start and end around the Tucson Community Center (TCC), with live music, food, beer garden and other exhibitors in the Eckbo Plaza, 260 S. Church Ave.   “It's important we let the Tucson community and its surrounding areas to the south – Green Valley & Sahuarita – know what roads will be closed during El Tour on November 19," said El Tour Executive Director TJ Juskiewicz.   "We want to make sure everyone is prepared for our road closures as they plan their day. Our ride begins at 7 a.m. and goes to 4 p.m. with roads being closed at various times. Those times are listed on the list we've sent," added Juskiewicz. Organizers suggest parking in one of the two garages at the TCC, or any number of the city, county or private surface lots in the area.   Bike valet services will be available at the finish line and is included as part of the registration for riders.   Mark Allen's brother Gary and his wife Michelle Allen   From Arizona to Bahrain – Five races still to look forward to in 2022 10 Nov 2022 by John Levison We may be approaching the middle of November and the racing calendar is indeed winding down for 2022, but there are a still several notable events to look forward to. Some stellar start-lists, high-quality races – and a very significant World Championship title showdown – still remain.   We've done a little forward planning and picked out five of our highlights to look forward to in the Pro triathlon world between now and the end of 2022.   IRONMAN Arizona: 20 November With live coverage of the event from Tempe, IRONMAN Arizona offers a $100,000 prize purse, four Kona qualifying slots (2MPRO / 2WPRO) and a pretty impressive start list, should the majority of these athletes all show.   For the men those names include Joe Skipper (fifth in Kona), the full-distance debut of Ben Kanute (second at the 70.3 World Champ), Mr Yo Yo Yo, Sam Long, IRONMAN Des Moines winner Matt Hanson, Chris Leiferman (fourth at the IRONMAN World Champs, St George), Kristian Hogenhaug (2021 World Triathlon LD Champion) and INEOS rider, Cameron Wurf. Lots of fast athletes on a historically fast course. What's not to like?   joe-skipper-kona-2022-bike Joe Skipper – Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images for IRONMAN The women are headed by Skye Moench (fourth in St George), Sarah True and Great Britain's IRONMAN Lanzarote champion, Lydia Dant.     What's New in the 303: Victoria Brumfield Now Chief Executive Officer of USA Triathlon COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Victoria Brumfield today was announced by USA Triathlon Board of Directors Chair Joel Rosinbum as the Chief Executive Officer for the National Governing Body.   Brumfield, who has served as USA Triathlon's interim CEO since early September, becomes the organization's first female CEO in its 40-plus-year history.   Brumfield has been a highly impactful executive within the organization for more than four years, serving as an innovative and results-driven leader for the sport and organization. Her vision and leadership led the development and implementation of USA Triathlon's most recent strategic plan – Elevate 2028 – that sets the path for the organization through the LA 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.   “I'm honored to lead USA Triathlon during such an important time, and I want to thank Joel, the USA Triathlon Board of Directors and members of the hiring committee for the opportunity,” Brumfield said. “Multisport is transformative, unifying and empowering, and I am proud and ready to wake up every morning and bring this sport and community to more people. I look forward to working closely with our constituents and team to continue to spread the virtues of our sport far and wide, serve our community in a way that enables everyone to prosper, build on the development programs for youth and junior athletes, and celebrate our sport and community every day.”   A trailblazer and advocate throughout her career, Brumfield was hired as the first female member of the USA Triathlon's Executive Leadership Team. Brumfield's leadership has elevated and empowered female leaders within the organization at every level of the organization. Additionally, Brumfield has been a staunch proponent of diversity, equality, inclusion and access (DEIA) during her time at USA Triathlon and worked to make DEIA a focal point of the organization's long-term strategic plan, annual priorities and hiring processes, among other areas.   Brumfield has helped transform USA Triathlon's approach to service and the constituents it serves, most notably race directors, clubs, coaches, officials and age-group athletes. She has instilled a focus on building meaningful relationships with community members across the United States and emphasized the need for both resource development and initiatives and programs that drive value at the grassroots level.   Prior to her appointment as interim CEO Brumfield most recently served as USA Triathlon's Chief of Staff and Chief Business Development Officer. She led the turnaround of USA Triathlon from a transactional entity to an organization celebrated for its service leadership by fostering a culture of collaboration both internally and externally. With a people-first approach, Brumfield helped USA Triathlon earn best-place-to-work recognition by Front Office Sports, Outside Magazine, and Colorado Springs Gazette.   In 2020 Brumfield was named the Chief Business Development Officer, in addition to her Chief of Staff role, and led business development and partnerships. Under her leadership,U USA Triathlon led unprecedented commercial growth and strategic partnerships, even while navigating the Covid-19 pandemic.   In her role as Chief of Staff, Brumfield was responsible for directing strategic planning, managing and streamlining the organization's operational plan, and overseeing cross-functional projects with large-scale organizational impact. She also directly oversaw business administration including human resources, finance, and information technology (IT), for three years.   Brumfield currently serves on the World Triathlon Audit Committee and was a member of the SportsBusiness Journal “Game Changers: Women in Sports Business” 2020 Class.   Prior to USA Triathlon, Brumfield worked in the endurance sports industry for nearly 20 years across a number of roles that gave her both a broad understanding of the business of the sport and the opportunity to grow and inspire triathlon communities at the local level. Most recently, she was a founding member of the Virgin Sport start-up in Sir Richard Branson's global Virgin Group. Before Virgin, Victoria's roots were deeply embedded in triathlon as the former Event Director for the New York City Triathlon, IRONMAN US Championship, 2003 ITU World Cup in New York City, 2005 ITU Age Group World Championships in Hawaii, and 2004 USA Olympic trials for Triathlon, among others.   Brumfield is a passionate amateur short and long-distance triathlete and endurance athlete. She studied finance and earned a Master of Business Administration from the NYU Stern School Of Business. She currently resides in Colorado Springs, Colo.   You Get What You Give, Ask Primal Why By Bill Plock Nov 6, 2022–Denver  In 1998, The New Radicals released the song, “You Get What You Give” and it seems to have resonated strongly as a business mantra with premier cycling apparel manufacturer Primal of Denver.   As I looked around the room at the Four Seasons conference room during the PrimalBike 2022 gathering a couple of weeks ago, it dawned on me that between all of the rides represented here, well over $150 million is raised each and every year for a variety of causes; cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, college scholarships, community causes and so much more.   Between the rides, tens of thousands of riders explore roads in every corner of America. The reason they were all in Denver? Primal, a thirty-year-old company supplies cycling clothing for all of these rides and the cyclists who spend hours raising money and a lifetime rolling on roads.   Thirty years ago, Dave Edwards made some cool cycling t-shirts and sold them out of the back of his car in Moab. They were a hit and one thing has led to another and thousands upon thousands of designs later Primal has evolved into one of cycling's top brands of cycling wear.   Each year, Primal invites some of their top customers to meet and discuss the “state of the union” in cycling events and ponder the future, and share ideas on how to improve events and the sport of cycling. This year's attendee's included leaders from MS, RAGBRAI, Bike New York, Pan-Mass Challenge, Outside, and many others. All of the organizations attending, some for-profit and most non-profits, raise enormous money, but so does Primal.   Since its inception, Primal has given away over 12 million dollars. Says founder, President/CEO Dave Edwards about the gathering, “the most meaningful part is making connections and sharing knowledge and experiences. We're privileged to work with incredible partners, and we wanted to provide an opportunity for them to get together in a setting that inspires learning, conversations, and relationship building that makes their events even better while getting more people on bikes.”   The Pan-Mass Challenge, in particular, raising $63million in one ride for cancer research leads the peloton of charity. Said President, Jarrett Collins, “Primal is a great partner for the Pan-Mass Challenge because they support many of our teams with high-quality kits, AND they give back to the fundraising efforts of those teams, all in the service of defeating cancer!”   The group had break-out sessions focused on discussing a variety of topics ranging from sustainability to trends such as gravel, or as Jarrett Collins termed, “unpaved”. Steve Schulz from Cycle Oregon gave us a peek behind the curtains of their Community of Giving (COG) program and the impact their ride has on its communities and how it helps build everything from community centers to improving community relationships.   The group took to the streets and rode bikes to further build camaraderie and consider ideas aimed at getting more people on bikes and raising more money.   Ken Podziba, President of Bike New York holds the largest one-day ride in the United States, the Five Boro Bike Tour with over 32,000 riders (303 articles about the ride HERE) and said of the conference, “the conference, which was interesting, engaging, informative, and entertaining, provided an opportunity to learn from and collaborate with some of our country's top bike event organizers.  I left Denver with a much greater knowledge of Primal's creative and managerial processes, learning things we can apply to our events, and making some awesome new friends – now that's a successful conference!”   If you measure yourself by the peers you attract, Primal has attracted many of the best of the best when it comes to top cycling events and raising money for good causes. You Get What You Give seemed more than obvious at PrimalBike 2022.   Aspen unicyclist left his mark on famed Iron Horse Bicycle Classic It's only fitting that Aspen's Mike “Pinto” Tierney is going out “No. 1” in the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic.   Not “No. 1” as in the fastest in the famed race and recreational ride between Durango and Silverton. Nor did he log the most years riding in the event, which celebrated its 50th anniversary this year on Memorial Day Weekend.   Instead, he is the guy who has turned heads for tackling the grueling 47-mile ride over two mountain passes exceeding 10,000 feet on one wheel.   In Aspen, Tierney is famed for working 40 years on the exalted Aspen Highlands Ski Patrol and for ­regularly riding his unicycle up Independence Pass and Maroon and Castle Creek roads — and even on a ­variety of mountain bike trails in the Roaring Fork Valley.   In Durango and Silverton, he's known as the crazy dude who rides a one-wheeled cycle with no brakes up and down some of the most challenging passes in Colorado.   “A 63-year-old unicycling 50 miles from Durango to Silverton sounds a little crazy. I don't mind being called crazy,” Tierney said.   This year's event was his eighth and final Iron Horse. “I was the only unicyclist to do it, ever,” he said. Others started, none finished. He heard of a unicyclist from Cortez who rode the route, just not during the Iron Horse.   Unicycles weren't allowed in the event prior to 2005. Rules changed and Tierney jumped at the opportunity — and promptly got humbled. Six unis started. The other riders dropped out along the route. Tierney started with the two-wheeled riders and was quickly left in the dust. One restaurant hung a sign on the door saying, “Free food to Lance Armstrong and any unicyclist that finishes.” By the time Tierney finished, the restaurant was closed for the day because all riders had long since finished.   He changed strategy the next time he rode it in 2015. He started an hour early and got the flats north of Durango out of the way. In that and subsequent years, he got used to the racers sweeping by him on lower Coal Bank Pass, then the recreational riders catching him higher up the major ascent. He completes the ride between 6 and 6.5 hours.   It's not about finishing fast. It's about finishing on one wheel. Other cyclists marvel at how he can tackle the steep ascents and hair-raising downhills on a cycle with one speed and no brake. He rides a 36-inch wheel. He grinds up with 170mm crank arms and swaps them out to 140mm for the downhills.   Over the 45 years since he started riding a unicycle, he's learned to seek the slow cadence of pedal strokes on the downhill. If he cannot maintain it and gets going too quickly, he's got to jump off. He's never had to do it in his eight Iron Horses. While bicycle riders get to coast on the downhills, Tierney still has to work.   For Tierney, it was particularly humbling to get accolades in a couple of notable celebrations of the Iron Horse's 50th anniversary. There is a section about him in a book marking the anniversary, “Fiftieth Anniversary, Looking Back Racing Forward” by John Peel. His accomplishments also are included in a special exhibit at Fort Lewis College's Center of Southwest Studies. The exhibit, “Looking Back, Racing Ahead: 50 Years of the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic and Durango Cycling Culture,” is on display until spring 2023.     Invitation to TriDot Pre Season Project The Preseason Project® is a triathlon research initiative that helps TriDot quantify and enhance the performance gains that TriDot's Optimized Training™ delivers over training alternatives. Welcome to the 2023 TriDot Preseason Project (PSP) application.      Submit this 2-minute app to qualify for 2 FREE months of optimized triathlon training with the TriDot Mark Allen Edition.   PSP is an annual R&D initiative that helps triathletes reach their true performance potential through optimized preseason training. It also quantifies the substantial performance gains that TriDot's Optimized Training delivers over training alternatives.   You qualify for the FREE training if you meet the following criteria: Planning an Olympic, Half, or Full triathlon for 2023 season Train using a device with GPS and/or power Have not used TriDot in the last 6 months Not a professional triathlete Enthusiastic and motivated to get a jump start on your season! * Applications are reviewed and accepted on a first-come basis and must be fully completed to be considered.    Register For Free   Video of the week: 2022 World Triathlon Championship Series Bermuda: Elite Women's Highlights   2022 World Triathlon Championship Series Bermuda: Elite Men's Highlights   Closing: Thanks again for listening in 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!

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Episode # 83 Racing successfully late season This has been a LONG year of racing. In this podcast we discuss how to be successful in a late season race. We deep dive into the specific challenges you face when preparing in the fall. We also dive into Jesse's prep and benchmarks for Ironman Arizona! 

Show Sponsor AnyQuestion - https://link.anyquestion.com/Greg-Bennett   Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26936856 "The Greg Bennett Show"   On this episode of The Greg Bennett Show, Greg is joined by Triathlon legend, Brent McMahon. Multiple Olympian, and 5 x Ironman Champion with a Personal best Ironman of 7.46.   Brent won his debut Ironman in 2014 with a 7.55 hr at Ironman Arizona. Backed this win up with a win at IM Brasil and a time of 7.46 (a world record at the time), and then wins at Lake Placid, IM Canada, and more recently his Ironman win on September 11th in Wisconsin.   Brent has turned up with consistency and intent for over 25 years. He's taken some talent and turned himself into one of the world's great. He's ticked every box in the sport, from winning ITU World Cups, Xterra off-road events, going to two Olympics to winning Ironman 70.3s and Ironmans around the world. Brent is a triathlete, any way you look at it. He has been participating since he was 10 years old. That's over 25 years of doing triathlons. Growing up in North Vancouver, Brent enjoyed many sports ranging from high school wrestling to club soccer. It was after high school that Brent turned his sole focus to triathlon and the goal of making the senior national team and ultimately, the Olympic Team.   Timestamps 2:18 - Interview with Brent McMahon begins 4:12 - Greg and Brent chat about Kona Ironman 2022 starting with the high calibre women's race on Thursday. 7:09 - Moving onto the men's race, Greg and Brent talk through how fast the event is becoming, with the top 10 all sub 8 hours. Brent was the first ever rookie to go under 8 hours, so his explanation and prespective is fascinating. 10:42 - Having been around for a few years, Brent explains the impact he has seen on the sport from the science and training, to the equipment and technology, plus the impact of fresh new raw talent coming to triathlon. 13:17 - The 2022 KONA mens results - 1st: Gustav Iden 2nd: Sam Laidlow 3rd place: Kristian Blummenfelt Greg and Brent talk through the men's race and give their view on Sam's phenomenal performance. 16:53 - Greg rewinds the clock ... Brent explains his early sporting journey, then how (and why) he found his passion for triathlon. 23:43 - In 1995 Brent decided to try his hand at triathlon, and it's when he first started working with Lance Watson. 27 years on ... Lance & Brent could possibly be the longest athlete/coach partnership in the history of sport. 37:19 - Greg and Brent spent time living together and training together in training camps and explain how the competitivness within the group pushed them individually to greater success. A high and a low are intertwined ... you can't have one without the other 39:16 - Brent describes some of the highs and lows of his career. 44:03 - Brent and Greg describe the perfect race, what it is, and how it feels. Brent tells a wonderful story around coming within 10 seconds of a world record in Brasil. 48:46 - Brent describes the learnings he has gained from his lowest low moments in his career. 55:47 - Greg tests Brent's fast twitch sensors with some rapid fire questions. First car? 3 favorite streaming shows everyone should watch? Kona Ironman or Olympic Gold? Should a vegetarian eat animal crackers? How many episodes of the Greg Bennett show have you listened to? Best training location? Best decade of music? Best movie of all time? 1:02:58 - Wrap up - what's next for Brent McMahon? 1:04:01 - Interview ends.   Links Be sure and check out bennettendurance.com Find Greg on social media: Twitter Greg Bennett Show Instagram The Greg Bennett Show   Find Brent McMahon on social media website: https://brentmcmahon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tribrentmcmahon twitter: @tribrentmcmahon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brentmcmahonfanpage/

Hunter has an in-depth chat with Rich Diaz about training for an Ironman. Hunter will compete in the Ironman Arizona on November 20th, 2022. you can watch the full youtube episodes on Ironman Training camp here: Part 1Part 2Recorded 10/7/2022To train like Hunter you can find more information on his website: HAOSTraining.comBLDR Sports:https://bldrsports.comLinktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/huntthesheriffBOA Link Code: HUNTER20https://glnk.io/nrpw4/hunterFollow me on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/H.McIntyreInstagram - https://instagram.com/huntthesheriff

I was excited to come together with fellow competitors and coaches Daniel and BJ to record this episode. Today, we smackdown our experience at Ironman 70.3 Santa Cruz and, in doing so, reflect on the power of community. Team VPA and Team YT represented the course in droves, and we feel blessed to be the stewards of such notable entities. Thank you for tuning in, and please let us know if this episode leaves you with any questions unanswered. Next up and waiting in the smackdown queue - Maui Yoga & Meditation Retreat, Ironman World Championship in Kona, 70.3 World Championship in St. George, Utah, and Ironman Arizona. We hope to see you at the races or on the yoga mat soon! In this episode we discuss: - Team VPA and Team YogiTriathlete - ahimsa - least amount of harm in any situation - sharing experiences from the Team YT members - navigating race weekend challenges - the immersion YT training camp - Daniel's PR swim and race recap - finding calm before the swim start - concentration and meditation show us our power within - Liz's first triathlon ever in Santa Cruz - having expectations without attachment - our bike course recaps - be your best on the day - "for the good, for the good of all" mantra - "be the change" mantra from one of our team members - importance of training on feel vs data - our run experiences at Santa Cruz - Jess having too much fun out there - moving away from what is not helping you - working through moments of doubt Thank you to all patrons on Patreon for keeping this podcast commercial-free, we are grateful for you. Namaste- Jess

In this episode, we hear from Carey Cribbs. Carey is a wife, mother of 4 adult children, grandmother of 5, ER Physician and multiple time Ironman Finisher. While giving her background Carey shares that after competing as a gymnast in college, she took 30 years off for her career and to raise her family. When her youngest turned 16, she took up running. Before too long, she had “caught the triathlon bug” and was signed up for a full-distance race.When I ask her about her when she knew she wanted to be a doctor, Carey explains that she originally got her degree in Physical Education and became a High School Coach before going back to school to get her medical degree.We spend a few minutes talking about how Carey and her coach communicate her training schedule for the week. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of outdoor bike riding.At the time of the recording, Carey had recently won her Age Group at the European Championships in Hamburg Germany. She explains how she came to race in Hamburg, gave some insight into how difficult it was to travel around Europe after the race while dragging a bike case and shares that she had already secured her Kona slot in Cozumel earlier in the season so didn't even have thoughts beyond a PR at this race.Not only will Carey be racing in Kona this year, but she also reveals that she has already crossed the red carpet once before. We talk about her travel plans and she confirms the water is as clear as it looks in the YouTube videos.Carey shares her plan to give back to the community and she crushes my dream of “waiting everyone in my Age Group out.”Carey will be racing both the Ironman World Championships and Ironman Arizona later this year, be sure to track her on course using the Ironman Tracker.

What you'll learn in this podcast episode Over the last 20 years, codes of conduct have undergone an evolution. Originally written as textbook-sized rulebooks, codes now seek to be visually engaging, readable, and useful guides to employees to help them do the right thing. And rather than covering all manner of what you can and cannot do, today's codes aim to illustrate values-based principles of what you should and should not do. But these changes are no small task. How can organizations ensure they are designing and implementing their codes to deliver effective and meaningful change? In this episode of LRN's Principled Podcast, Senior E&C Advisor Jim Walton talks about code reinvention with Carmen Jandacek, the Director of Ethics and Total Rewards at Arizona Public Service (). Listen in as the two discuss how APS reinvented their code of conduct to better reflect their organization's culture, values, and employee experiences.   Principled Podcast Show Notes [2:02] - Carmen shares about her career background and getting into the ethics and compliance space. [4:07] - What is Arizona Public Service (APS)? [5:20] - The key drivers which led APS to undertake reinventing their code of conduct. [7:40] - The process of updating APS's existing code. [10:11] - How was the code rewrite accepted among stakeholders? [12:10] - How did the reworked code turn out in the end? [13:35] - Carmen's advice for other ethics and compliance teams who are thinking about updating their own codes.   Featured Guest: Carmen Jandacek Carmen has worked for Arizona Public Service (APS) since 1996 and is currently the Director of the Ethics Office, Total Rewards, Health Services, HR Operations & Technology. Carmen is the Founder and President of the APS LGBT Alliance, an employee network group, a board director of the Better Business Bureau serving the Pacific Southwest, board member of one•n•ten a local nonprofit and a member on the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Diversity & Inclusion committee. Carmen has an undergraduate degree in management, and she earned her MBA from the University of Phoenix in 1999.  Carmen is an avid health enthusiast and believes the key to leadership success is a healthy mind and body.  She has participated in many biking, running and triathlon races and is an Ironman Arizona finisher.   Featured Host: Jim Walton Jim Walton is a member of LRN's Ethics & Compliance Advisory Services Team – with over 25 years of professional experience in corporate, institutional and government settings, spanning the fields of ethics and compliance; environment, health and safety; and energy management. Since 2002, Jim has been passionately dedicated to corporate ethics and compliance – designing, developing, implementing and enhancing constantly-evolving, comprehensive, best-in-class, global ethics and compliance programs. Jim has extensive experience in writing, producing and communicating codes of conduct and corporate policies; designing, managing and implementing ethics & compliance risk assessments; implementing anti-compliance and bribery initiatives; conducting third party due diligence reviews; and helping managers at all levels become better ethical leaders. Jim is a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional.   Principled Podcast Transcription Intro: Welcome to the Principled Podcast, brought to you by LRN. The Principled Podcast brings together the collective wisdom on ethics, business and compliance, transformative stories of leadership, and inspiring workplace culture. Listen in to discover valuable strategies from our community of business leaders and workplace changemakers. Jim Walton: Over the last 20 years, codes of conduct have undergone an evolution. Originally written as textbook-sized rule books, codes now seek to be visually engaging, readable, and useful guides to employees to help them do the right thing. Codes have also shifted their organizational priorities. Rather than covering all manner of what you can and cannot do, today's codes aim to illustrate values-based principles of what you should and should not do. But these changes are no small task; How can organizations ensure they are designing and implementing their codes to deliver effective and meaningful change? Hello, and welcome to another episode of LRN's Principled Podcast. I'm your host, Jim Walton, Senior Ethics and Compliance Advisor at LRN. Today I'm joined by Carmen Jandacek, the Director of Ethics and Total Rewards at Arizona Public Service. We're going to be talking about how APS reinvented their code of conduct to better reflect their organization's culture, values, and employee experiences. Carmen has dedicated more than 26 years of her career to shaping the culture, ethics, and compliance at APS, and has real insight into how the company has evolved as a result of its new code of conduct. Carmen, thanks for joining us on the Principled Podcast. Carmen Jandacek: Thanks. I'm just delighted to be here today. Jim Walton: Wonderful. Just to start out, maybe you could tell us a little bit about yourself and how you came into the ethics and compliance field. I'm always fascinated at the journeys that we've all taken to get here. Carmen Jandacek: Absolutely, and mine was absolutely not the traditional way of coming out of college and then going into an ethics and compliance career field. I came to work for APS in 1996, and I spent the first 15 years of my career there on the human resources team. At that point in time, I was really ready for a change. I spent really primarily my time in the space of total rewards, compensation and benefits, and I wanted to look at some other areas where I could expand my career also. An opening came up in our ethics office, and I immediately fell in love with the work. In ethics, you have such an opportunity to not only reinforce and build ethical culture, but the ability to really be the voice of employees and the ethical coach for leaders. It's a really unique role that I have purview and sight to our entire organization, so I can identify trends or issues in one area of the organization and use that as a preventative opportunity and strategy to counsel and coach the rest of the organization. So from my perspective, ethics and compliance work is rich, it's never dull, and it's highly underrated. I think ethics and compliance organizations are the backstop to good governance at any organization. Jim Walton: That's great. I couldn't agree more, and I think your unique background is really a wonderful add to the ethics and compliance community. It's always fascinating to me to see kind of the multifunctional, and the variety and diversity of backgrounds of ethics and compliance professionals, and it only adds to our effectiveness. So, thanks so much for that. I wondered if you could also just set the stage a little bit by giving us a little bit of background about Arizona Public Service, for those who might not know much about your company. Carmen Jandacek: Sure. At APS, we are a subsidiary of Pinnacle West Capital Corporation. We have roughly 6,000 employees, and we serve 11 of the state's 15 counties. We're headquartered in Phoenix, but we are serving primarily the entire state of Arizona. In fact, more than 1.3 million homes and businesses are served by us, and we've made some very bold commitments. We're committed to providing a hundred percent clean, carbon-free electricity to customers by 2050, and we are well on our journey to doing so. We are 50% clean energy today. We also run Palo Verde Generating Station, the nation's largest clean energy producer that is west of Phoenix, and that's really the foundation of our future of carbon-free energy. Jim Walton: Well, that's all very exciting. I know a big part of the commitments that APS is making were instrumental in wanting to rewrite and redesign your code of conduct, and we like to talk about reinventing a code of conduct. So, what were the key drivers that led you and the company to want to undertake this project? Carmen Jandacek: Absolutely. It's been an interesting journey because I also was involved in rewriting the code that we had prior to this code rewrite. We were coming off of a code that was based on policy and procedure, that was framed in policy and procedure, and we had a couple key moments that really culminated in the work that we decided to do. First, we just went through a CEO change. In the CEO change, the CEO, Jeff Goldner, launched a significant culture change throughout the organization. So we wanted to make sure that all of what we were presenting in our code of ethical conduct embodied what that culture change was. Part of the culture change was all about being customer-centric focus, and I fully believe that in order to really deliver on the customer experience, you have to deliver on the employee experience. So, providing frictionless delivery and service, and providing information in a way that is easy for our employees to utilize. So really what we were doing is, from a company perspective, building from the customer backwards to make sure they had a great experience, and I wanted to do the same thing from the code, making our employees with basically the customer of our product kind of front and center. We also, as I just talked about, embarked on the bold new energy commitment to be a hundred percent clean by 2050, and that is really the backbone of the strong purpose that we have, and that needed to be really woven through all of the different documents and all of the different components of the code of ethical conduct. So all of that came together and culminated in us realizing that our current code was not going to help us bring those things to life, it was not going to allow us to bring and capture all of the change that was happening to us as an organization. So we knew that we couldn't just iterate what we had today, we had to completely reinvent that code to support these key initiatives and align with our cultural direction. Jim Walton: Any of us that have gone through a code rewrite, update, reinvention, we know that it can be a daunting prospect. So I'm just wondering if you might be able to walk us through the process a little bit. So, now you've decided that you wanted to update the code. How did you actually go about it? Carmen Jandacek: Daunting is pretty much an understatement, but very frankly, the LRN team made the complicated seem really easy for us. So we had to collaborate with over 30 different stakeholders and reviewers at APS, and it's never easy when you have that many editors, pulling all of those people together and capturing all of their comments to make sure that code was reflective of the important components that they had responsibility over. But all of the timing lined up. We had just deployed Microsoft Teams, and we created a Teams site, and had the reviewers put input in the one master document. And then I as the final editor either accepted or kept the comments that they had added.         Interestingly enough, and I have done this now a number of times where I've had to have really large documents with multiple stakeholders, we did something different this time. I had one of my colleagues go through and for every comment we didn't accept, we wrote a narrative as to why and sent it back to that person. I have never received as many thank-yous as I did by saying, "Wow, that's pretty awesome. Thanks for letting me know why you didn't accept that." Many times I'd never hear, and I thought, "Boy, that's something I'm keeping in the back of my mind for any future endeavors that I have, in whatever space it might be that closing that communication loop is so critical for people there." After we solidified the content component and we then moved to layout, (and the layout portion was, again, a partnership with our creative team and the LRN creative team,) our final stop on the journey after that was getting our board's approval of our content. And then we actually shared the code during our annual training deployment that we do, and now we're getting ready to do Ethics Reinforcement Week. So we are getting ready to deploy the actual leader training and conversation guide that we created as part of this, and are excited to have that reinforcement opportunity for our leaders and employees. Jim Walton: Wow. That sounds fascinating. I'm curious with the subject matter experts and the internal stakeholders, was there a difference in some people understanding why you were maybe trying to make it less policy-focused and more simple? Was there a difference across the board how different people viewed that, and did it take a while to get some people to understand that? Carmen Jandacek: Absolutely. I think it did, and I think that this is part of the evolution of just codes of ethics and compliance period across not just only the utility industry, but just period that is occurring. For many years, (and I can remember looking back at the first codes that we had, too,) it was a document that you might have needed to have a legal background to even understand. It was thick, it sat on the shelf, and it had all of the prescriptive language of the dos and the don'ts. We really wanted to make this something that people could use in the flow of work that covered of course our compliance-related things, but didn't use that as the lead and really tried to make this a more conversational, understandable document that people wouldn't really fear picking it up, thinking that it would be complicated to navigate or to get the information that I was looking for. So when you look at the utility industry period, we're very compliance-based. So, it's small steps to get us to that place, but I think really all of my team and all of the stakeholders approached it with a really strong growth mindset, and we leaned into making some of those changes to create the great product that we have today. Jim Walton: That's great. Yeah, I always say it takes a village to make a good code. So, it sounds like you pulled all the people together that you needed to. How did it come out? What are you most proud of when you look at your code? Carmen Jandacek: There are so many different things. First of all, it possibly is one of the most beautiful codes that I've ever seen, literally. The visual components of it are striking, and that's all part of pulling you in. That is all part of pulling you into the user-friendliness of the document, is its appeal when you open that up. It's easy to navigate. We've got all kinds of built-in navigation. We utilize different modalities. So we've got videos that are in there, we've got other different links that we have built into the document. It's engaging. So it's something that as we put it on our internal intranet site, it's very easy to pull up and get to your answer in literally one to two clicks versus having to scroll through a document before. So not only is the content really rich, it speaks of us. It really represents who we are as APS, our values. What we call our "APS promises" thread through the entire document. So it has just lifted all of the efforts that we are doing and pulling them together. A really good resource for our employees. Jim Walton: Well, that's really good to hear. That's kind of the dream of what we want a code of conduct to do in this day and age. So I'm really glad to hear that. Finally, just to close it out, what advice do you have for other ethics and compliance teams who are thinking about updating their codes? Carmen Jandacek: I think certainly what we look to achieve and we did is moving from a legal document to a guidebook for our employees and our leaders, and code from my perspective can be one of the most powerful tools an organization can have to throttle success in the decision-making space, and in laying out cultural expectations. When I think of it from the eye of the employee, really from the user's point of view, that's what I want them to walk away with. Our business is changing so rapidly that what we used to think was okay from a refresh perspective every five years, that seems like an eternity now. So we have to be more willing to update, accept, and reflect the new ways of working and new work expectations. COVID certainly has changed that component of it, also. And I think what really made this the incredibly rewarding kind of experience that we had was the strong partnership that we had with your team, which makes really an overwhelming effort seem very achievable. And when you bring the experience that your team brought to the table, it really allows us to deliver strongly for our employees. Jim Walton: Well, clearly this is a conversation we could be having for hours, but unfortunately we're out of time for today. Carmen, thank you so much for joining me on this episode. Carmen Jandacek: Jim, thanks so much. It's been an absolute pleasure being here today. Jim Walton: My name is Jim Walton, and I want to thank you all for listening to the Principled Podcast by LRN. Outro: We hope you enjoyed this episode. The Principled Podcast is brought to you by LRN. At LRN, our mission is to inspire principled performance in global organizations by helping them foster winning ethical cultures rooted in sustainable values. Please visit us at LRN.com to learn more. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or wherever you listen, and don't forget to leave us a review.  

On this episode of Run Magical Miles I chat with Rachel MacDonald. After running this year's Dopey Challenge, she went on to run the 2022 Boston Marathon. Now she is training for another endurance challenge, Ironman Arizona! We chat about Boston, triathlon training, her RunDisney experiences and her upcoming fall race season. You can follow Rachel on Instagram at @runrach03. ----------- Samantha Santy is an experienced runner who has run 5 marathons, a Goofy Challenge, and countless other races. She is a VDOT certified running coach who has coached individuals and groups. Sam is a Disney enthusiast who loves being a DVC member and Annual Passholder. You can follow Sam on Instagram at @runmagicalmiles.

Glen Coblens has over 30 years of coaching experience at youth, high school, college, professional and international levels, winning three gold medals in international competition, a National Championship, and coach of the year honors. Currently leading a youth basketball program and mentoring youth coaches, Glen has been instrumental in forming youth programs for Portland-area high schools. He founded PDX Hoops, concentrating on youth skill development.  Along with a group of parents, Glen created Benchwarmers Basketball, now Pacific Rim Basketball, a non-profit organization for competitive traveling teams, to help youth develop as people through basketball, building it into one of the largest independent basketball clubs in the area. Glen is a consultant for AMPlify Sports Psychology, counseling athletes, teams, coaches, parents, officials, and program directors. He developed the Competitive Skills Training (CST) program teaching athletes to incorporate visual imagery, relaxation, positive self-talk, and goal setting to enhance performance and improve self-esteem, enjoyment, and satisfaction. Building on CST, Glen created 3's for VICTORY, a reference guide for athletes to achieve success.  As an athlete, Glen was a member of the 1985 Wilson High School state championship basketball team where he also competed in Track & Field. In college, he played basketball and ran track for Western Oregon University. Glen has competed in several Maccabi Games winning one gold, one silver, and one bronze medal in basketball, a silver medal in the half-marathon, and open water swimming. He also finished fourth in the 2017 Maccabi Man competition which included four endurance events over seven days. In 2013, Glen won a masters basketball national championship for the Multnomah Athletic Club. A top age-group competitor in triathlons, Glen completed his first Ironman, Ironman Arizona in 2019. Glen is the President of Congregation Neveh Shalom, a board member at Maccabi USA, a co-chair of the Portland JCC Maccabi Games steering committee, and captain of the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland Hood to Coast team, 2 Life, and a proud member of B'Nai B'rith Men's Camp.You can also find more Richard Listens content on Instagram (@RichardListens), Facebook (@Richard Listens), and RichardListens.com. Support the show (http://patreon.com/Richardlistens)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/richardlistens/donations

Join me in conversation with Caroline Sekaquaptewa, a 47 year old Hopi woman from Sipaulovi, Arizona. She is from the Patkiwungwa (Water) clan. Caroline is a mother of four daughters: Jaime,  Jelani, Jaya, and Makenna and grandmother to one grandson. She resides in the Phoenix area and  is an Early Childhood Educator and has taught in a family literacy program located on the Salt RIver Pima Maricopa Indian Community for 17 years. Caroline has a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, a Master's degree in Bilingual/ Multicultural Education, and a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education. Caroline comes from the Hopi tribe, who have a strong cultural connection to running. She has been a runner since elementary school and was a part of state championship teams at Hopi High School. She ran in junior college for a brief time, and later resumed running as a Mom.Caroline comes from a physically active family. The family participates and supports each other in runs, triathlons, and basketball games. She participates in triathlons with family and friends, and has completed the Ironman Arizona race four times. Caroline is a 8 time Boston Marathon finisher and has also run the Chicago and Los Angeles marathons. Caroline has competed in races from 5K to 55K, on roads and trails, and truly enjoys the physical challenges of endurance sports. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/TalksWithaFoxPodcast)

In the latest episode of the Empowerography Podcast, my guest is Kathleen Sheppard. I am a Gratitude and Abundance coach. When my marriage of almost 37 years ended in May, 2017, I was gobsmacked. I didn't know which end was up. I was in the middle of recovering from two whiplash concussions one month apart at the time. I was training for Ironman Arizona that fall. Six weeks after my ex left, my Mom passed away unexpectedly. I was lost, so very lost. I really don't remember much of 2017.  In this episode we discuss neuropsychology, connection, personal struggle/loss, parenting, coping skills and mindset shift. Today, my gratitude list is very very long. I see abundance in the wind, the sky, the rain, fresh peas from the garden, laughing. So much to love about my life. I found this abundance last November. It came to me one day when I was out running. I realized that I was going to be OK. I am OK on my own. I know that I can figure most anything out and I do. Now, I teach other women how to find themselves after a huge transition in their lives. It is truly my honour to show these women how to get their voices back. I love to see a woman emerge from the chrysalis of her former life as a beautiful multi-coloured multi-faceted butterfly. I grin right along with her as each new pretty colour reveals itself on her wings. In this episode we discuss gratitude, abundance, iron man competitions, JOLT and life experience and shedding the skin of your previous life. IG -https://www.instagram.com/coachkathleennow/ FB -https://www.facebook.com/groups/288781715148750 Youtube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuNJuGwGz8rONIMxwI5HuZQ "I've always been someone who's helped people" - 00:03:51 "I've been there, I've seen it, I've lived it and I know that there's a better way" - 00:10:34 "I teach people JOLT, just one little thing" - 00:22:21 Empowerography would like to offer you a discount code to one of our exclusive partners, Quartz & Canary Jewelry & Wellness Co. Please use CODE EMPOWER15 to receive 15% off upon check out at www.quartzandcanary.com. Quartz & Canary is truly the place, where spirituality meets style.

Listen in for the inside scoop on my recent race at Ironman Arizona where I finished 3rd AG and 7th Overall in a stacked field.  In this episode, I share my own mental endurance through my race plan and the highs and lows of my race (including how I kept my head in the game when I couldn't hold power 30ish miles in)  plus a how to on looking back on your own races. Much of what I achieved is a direct result of building my next level self concept, I want to show you how. I invite you to take part in my NEXT LEVEL Self Concept free 5 day training kicking off Monday, December 6th.  Details and sign up here: https://www.vanessafayefoerster.com/next-level-self-concept

Lali Castellanos is an educator in San Antonio, Texas. She started as a first grade teacher then pursued her administrative degree in education and became a campus administrator in 2013. She currently serves as the programs facilitator/testing coordinator at a PK - 5th grade campus in San Antonio, Texas. Lali began endurance sports in 2009 as a distance runner. After multiple half marathon distances and one full marathon, she decided to try her hand at triathlon. In 2014, Lali began triathlon racing with Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team in Training. In 2016, she decided to sign up for her first full Ironman and completed Ironman Arizona in 2017 and continue to train today. Lali is also the CFO and co-founder of Swim Bike Run 4 Equality where they strive to provide equal opportunities for individuals who wish to participate in endurance sports. You can find her on Instagram at @lalicakes33 and @swimbikerun4equality. Her website is https://www.swimbikerun4equality.com/ Disclaimer: If you take any advice or opinions from this podcast, you do so at your own risk. If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify or wherever you are listening. Rate, review, and subscribe. Make sure to follow us on Instagram at @nogimmicksjustsweat and @ericmlogan. Contact: eric@nogimmicksjustsweat.com

Next up on the podcast we chat with Richard Pady aka @coachpady about his professional trialthlon career racing Kona 3 times and more recently making the switch to ultrarunning.   He overcame a horrific accident during one of his triathlons to come back and win his age group at Ironman Arizona because he wanted to finish his athletic career at Ironman Kona. From there he started a new chapter as an ultra runner.   You can also check out the Vodcast of this interview on our Youtube Ch at Gottarunracing   Check out GottaRunRacing website here: gottarunracing.com Check out GRR Facebook here: GRRFacebook Check out GRR Instagram here: GRRInstagram    

Kyle shares his views on creativity, problem solving, and finding a way. Instead of focusing on what you don't have, focus on what you do have. His message that we always have a choice and we are not helpless is empowering for us all. Join us as we gain real world tips on navigating your way through adversity in life. About Kyle Kyle Coon lost his sight at the age of six after a battle with Retinoblastoma—cancer of the eye. However, not having sight has not stopped him from pursuing vision. Since then he has become a competitive rock climber, downhill skier, runner and triathlete. As a young child, Kyle was shown how to embrace his adversity by world-class blind athlete Erik Weihenmayer who encouraged him to live life to the fullest. Kyle took Weihenmayer's advice to heart and began pursuing a life of adventure. In 2006, he hiked the Ankascocha Trail into Machu Picchu. In 2007, he summited Mt. Kilimanjaro at the age of 15. After graduating from the University of Central Florida with a degree in Communication, he became an endurance athlete competing in numerous marathons and triathlons. In 2018, he was a member of the first team of tandem cyclists with all blind or visually impaired stokers (person on the back of a tandem bike) to complete Race Across America—the world's toughest bicycle race—racing from Oceanside, Calif to Annapolis, Md in seven days 15 hours. Later in 2018, at Ironman Arizona, Kyle became the first totally blind person to complete an Ironman branded Triathlon (2.4 mi swim, 112 mi bike, 26.2 mi run) in under 11 hours. He continues to push himself physically and mentally as he now pursues his goal of representing the USA at the 2020 Paralympics in the sport of Triathlon. As a young man, Kyle has spoken to major organizations about his adversity and triumphs including various Rotary Clubs in Florida and Taiwan, the International Association of Refrigerated Warehousing, and The American Cancer Society. He has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show and in Backpacker and Triathlete magazines. Losing sight has only served as a base for Kyle's ability to master his ambitions despite his inability to see them. Inspiring those with similar challenges and sharing a few laughs along the way has become his trademark. Drawing upon his experiences as a totally blind person and adventure athlete, he demonstrates the importance of vision, commitment and courage to pursuing an “Eyeronvision” and embracing the adversity along our life's journey. While he wasn't the first blind person to climb a mountain, run a marathon or compete in a triathlon, his goal is to be one of the best and ensure he isn't the last. Contact Kyle If you'd like to have Kyle speak to your organization, ask him a question, or otherwise collaborate with him. You can find him at following social media sites. http://www.kylecoon.com/ http://www.facebook.com/kylecoonspeaks http://www.twitter.com/kyle_coon http://www.instagram.com/eyeronkyle

Tedd and John talk about tips for those getting ready to take on Ironman Arizona 2020.

Ever thought about completing one of the worlds toughest tests of endurance - an Ironman Triathlon? Join us as we dive into Darien's experience during 2.4 miles of swimming, 112 miles of biking, and 26.2 miles of running.

Join Coach Rich Strauss of Endurance Nation for this discussion of training considerations specific to Ironman Arizona.  Thanks for listening to this Endurance Nation podcast. Be sure to check us out at EnduranceNation.us, or create a FREE 7-day trial membership at EnduranceNation.us/join. Have comments or questions about the show? We'd love to hear from you on Facebook or Twitter!  Endurance Nation: Work Hard, Get Smart, Go Fast! 

Are you racing IRONMAN® Arizona? Tune in as Coach Rich gives you many invaluable tips for racing the Arizona bike course correctly, setting up a great day on the run! And be sure to attend our LIVE, FREE Four Keys of Arizona Pre-Race Talk: www.thefourkeysAZ.splashthat.com Learn more and create a FREE 7-day trial membership at www.EnduranceNation.us

Coach Rich Strauss and Al Truscott discuss his 65-69AG winning performance at Ironman Coeur d'Alene 2014. Al is a 20+ time Ironman, has won IMCDA four times, Ironman Arizona twice.   www.endurancenation.us