***Be sure to stay tuned at the end of the podcast for an interview with C26 Coach, Erin Koerner. Topics: Are you trying too hard Swimming harder, but slower Coming back from an injury Our data is often inaccurate Treadmills, wearables, power

#775 – Navigating Setbacks: Injuries, Niggles, Anxiety, Fear

9 days ago 1h 20m

Whether it’s a niggle, injury, anxiety, or fear, there’s always a way to spin things in a positive direction. Today, we look at the wide range of challenges triathlon delivers, and offer several solutions for how to make setbacks work in your f

#774 – Cut Through The Clutter

11 days ago 1h 15m

In the world of Apps and Special Offers, we present . . . cutting through the clutter. We start with the simplicity of the early days of Training Peaks and weave our way through Instagram Ads, Lactate testing, and other crazes and phases. In th

#773 – Are You Avoiding Breakthroughs?

16 days ago 1h 4m

Are you throwing in the towel right before a big breakthrough? Today, we cast based on a quote, "The magic you're looking gor is in the work you're avoiding." We look at the concept behind patient training, and what breakthroughs look like. We

#772 – Stacking Your Training

17 days ago 1h 22m

Today we look at how workouts weave together with soothing, straining, and stressful sessions. The C26 Triple S! This one is great for all athletes and at the center of how to be consistent, improve, and not go through life shelled. Stress on

#771 – Pack Mentality

23 days ago 59m 56s

Whether we’re a front pack, middle pack, or back of the pack athlete, we can all learn from each other. Today we look at the different ways to think about racing based on your experience. We dig back into finding satisfaction in your training,

#770 – Race Speed: Mind And Body Ready

25 days ago 56m

Today we dovetail off Chattanooga 70.3 and Moro Bay. We start by talking about swimming and how it should not be taken lightly. We ask if shortening the swim cut off would make people train harder to be stronger swimmers? We also talk about bik

#769 – Setting In-Race Goals

1 month ago 58m 29s

Today, we look at energy breakdowns for your swim, bike, and run. We also get into how to handle A, B, and C races. Are they really different? Are you setting goals for today or down the road? We also look at A, B, and C goals for each individu

Chattanooga 70.3 Course Preview (Repost)

1 month ago 56m 35s

Note: This is a repost and may talk about us living in Chattanooga and being at the race. Both are not accurate. The information about the course is, though! Enjoy and best of luck racing. Overdoing the bike could cost you dearly on the run. We

#768 – Creating The Perfect Training Environment

May 14th, 2024 1h 1m

Today we give you all the secrets to more enjoyable training, which will obviously transfer into better racing . . . and maybe even a happier life. Are you going about your training in the right places with the right approach? Topics: Summer i

#767 – Mysteries of Swimming - Part 2

May 9th, 2024 1h

Lots of talk about open water including, how comfort, how to approach workouts, and length of stroke. More discussion about the feel for water today, and a sidebar into the feel for the bike and run. How often should you use the pull buoy? What

#766 – The Mysteries of Swimming

May 7th, 2024 1h 10m

Are you struggling to get faster despite thinking your form is correct? Are you an adult onset swimmer that just can’t seem to solve the riddle? This podcast is for you. We go deep into being a stronger, faster, and more relaxed swimmer. We tal

#765 – Ironman Texas 2024 Recap

May 2nd, 2024 1h 9m

Today we dive into Iroman Texas 2024. We get into the race venue, the conditions, etc, but largely talk about Coach Robbie's decision not to start. Topics: Ironman Texas Venue Mike's Trip Robbie Talks about his experience Taper/Pre-Race Wh

You Just Gotta Do It Once

Apr 26th, 2024 56m 2s

This is a re-post of another of our favorite episodes/concepts. Off a great, but tough weekend at Run Camp, we reflect on how and when to push and why it’s important to have fun in your life and training. We talk about your big race is “Just On

Out Alone In The Dark (at Ironman Texas) Re-Post

Apr 26th, 2024 55m 30s

This is a re-post of one of our favorite C26 Ironman stories. This is an Ironman story for Everyone. If you've ever stayed until the end of an Ironman you know the level of emotions. But have you ever been out in the dark on the last few miles

#764 – Surviving The Ironman Texas Heat (or any other hot race)

Apr 18th, 2024 53m 47s

Are you ready for your hot race? Today we look at physical and mental approaches to staying cool on the race course. From whether or not to wear a wetsuit to freezing your bottles to pulling back a little on the bike. Once you get too hot, you

#763 – Chasing The High

Apr 16th, 2024 1h

How do you “get through” tough situations in training? Today, we look at the emotional roller coaster that is triathlon and some of the traps we all fall into, especially when chasing those elusive highs. Do you push harder when you’re struggli

#762 – Listener Q&A – 4-11-24

Apr 11th, 2024 1h 9m

Check out our NEW coaches We answer a ton of questions today, including a rapid fire ending you won’t want to miss. We get into the challenges of riding with wind. How do you handle tail, head, and cross winds? Is aero always better? What abou

#761 – Listener Q&A - The Answer Is Always . . . Do The Work

Apr 9th, 2024 1h 12m

The first question set off a great mini-topic for the day. What the new tactics/trends that are pros doing these days that age group athletes can emulate to get faster. The discussion is an important one and centers on arguably the best triathl

#760 – Seek Discomfort

Apr 4th, 2024 1h 5m

This title is an homage to one of our favorite YouTube channels, you can find it here: Seek Discomfort The Seek Discomfort crew is always looking for things that intimidate them. Experiences that lead to growth. And we should do the same with

#759 – Race With Nothing To Lose

Apr 2nd, 2024 1h 9m

The most successful athletes play free and without fear. Today, we look at how you can train and race better when you realize you have nothing to lose. This isn't about taking it for granted, but channeling pressure and anxiety in the right way

#758 – Balancing Structure With Fun

Mar 28th, 2024 1h 7m

Triathlon training should be structured, but we're all about keeping the fun alive. Today, we talk about weaving them together to make the process more enjoyable and effective. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves to show up green in Training

#757 - Why You Should Fall In Love With Zone 2

Mar 26th, 2024 1h 3m

Efficiency might be the biggest key to you having a successful race and that all starts in Zone 2. Yes, we know it’s “boring” but today we give you other ways to think about it, specifically as in, why do you not enjoy doing something that is g

Prisoners Of The Future

Mar 22nd, 2024 57m 15s

(We have C26 Swim School this week, so this is a reposted podcast). Ever feel the pressure of too much going on? That anxious feeling is getting out of the moment. Today, we look at how that affects training and how we THINK about training. It'

From Final Four To Ironman (Repost)

Mar 21st, 2024 56m 23s

(With March Madness upon us and C26 Swim School in progress, we thought it was a good time to revisit an old podcast with Zak Showalter and how he started training for Ironman after playing in the Final Four). Sorry about the intro music. haha.