Best Iron Index Podcasts (2025)

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8 Ways Triathletes Lose Time (And How to Fix Them) 1:04:28

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In triathlon every second matters and even small mistakes can cost you big on race day. We’ve brought in two coaches, Matt Sommer and Matt Bach, to help you reclaim lost time and get the most out of your fitness on race day. In this episode, we dive into practical strategies for saving time before, during, and after the race. From course prep and g…

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#200 You Are Not Bad With Money: Rethinking Financial Mindset with Dave Won 51:37

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If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’m just bad with money,” this episode is for you. In this powerful conversation, TEDx speaker and money mindset coach Dave Won joins host Stephen Courson on the LifeBuilder Podcast to dismantle the limiting beliefs that keep people stuck in financial frustration. Together, they explore the emotional and psychological…

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#199 The Hidden 80% of Investing That Builds a Life You Love (Society Doesn't Want You To Know This) 8:04

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Think you're investing just because you put money into stocks, real estate, or crypto? That’s only part of the picture. In this eye-opening episode of the LifeBuilder Podcast, host Stephen Courson reveals why most people are investing wrong—and what true wealth-building actually looks like. We dive deep into an often-overlooked side of personal fin…

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9 Lessons Our Triathlon Coaches Learned At The Races 52:51

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As experienced Coaches Jeff Raines and Elizabeth James have seen it all on race day—and this week, they're sharing the biggest lessons they've learned while spectating on race day. From practical advice on bike maintenance and travel planning to embracing the race-day atmosphere and soaking in the finish-line moment, they’re dishing out the same ti…

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Conquer Every Type of Triathlon Swim Start 1:01:24

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Whether it’s a wave, rolling, or mass start, how you begin your triathlon swim can make all the difference. In this episode, coaches Joanna Nami and Ryan Tibball break down every type of open water swim start and share expert strategies to help you launch with confidence. You’ll get practical tips for staying calm, starting strong, and settling int…

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#198 The Neuroscience Behind Authenticity And Growth with Danita Young 47:36

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In an era dominated by AI, social media filters, and digital deepfakes, authenticity is becoming the rarest—and most powerful—currency we have. In this episode of the LifeBuilder Podcast, host Stephen Courson sits down with neuroscientist and personal development expert Danita Young to explore the science of authenticity and how understanding the b…

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#197 Waiting Doesn't Give You Permission To Do Nothing 15:49

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We’ve been sold a lie. That waiting is noble. That patience is passive. That if you just sit still long enough, life will eventually hand you what you want. Wrong. Waiting does not give you permission to do nothing. In this episode, I break down why it’s better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war. Because even when you're not “in t…

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4 Race Morning Must Do's with Olympian Carrie Tollefson 1:04:49

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The RunDot Podcast is launching soon and today we meet the host! Carrie Tollefson is a National Champion Middle-Distance Runner, an Olympian, a globally recognized broadcaster, and a podcast host! Carrie brings a wealth of running experience and today gives us her four major tips for race morning! She stresses the importance of planning (and having…

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Double the Distance: Progressing From Half to Full IRONMAN 1:03:32

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While 140.6 miles is only double the distance of a 70.3, the cost and commitment can feel MORE than double as a triathlete prepares for their first full IRONMAN. Today, Coaches Kurt Madden and Louise Strydom bring two of their athletes to the podcast to share everything about transitioning to the IRONMAN distance. Kurt and Louise provide key tips f…

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#196 The Five Cornerstones Of Resiliency with Amy Looper 59:12

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In this episode of LifeBuilder, Stephen sits down with Amy Looper to explore what it really takes to bounce back stronger in life and business. Amy shares the five cornerstones of resilience that helped her shift from burnout and survival mode into a life of purpose, impact, and energy. From navigating big transitions to redefining success through …

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Tim & Rinny's 6 Lessons for a Long-Lasting Triathlon Journey 59:20

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Staying in the sport of triathlon takes the right motivation, dedication, and a healthy mind and body. IRONMAN World Champion Mirinda Carfrae and IRONMAN Champion Tim O'Donnell both enjoyed long and rewarding professional triathlon careers and continue to train while coaching Team Salty Bears. So naturally they are perfect to share the six lessons …

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20 Takeaways from the First 300 TriDot Podcast Episodes 1:04:51

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300 episodes of The TriDot Triathlon Podcast have come and gone, and while we can't recount EVERY lesson hosts Andrew Harley and Vanessa Ronksley have learned, we picked our top 20 takeaways. We scoured all the nutrition episodes, the coaching wisdom and even the skill-specific episodes to find the best tips. From choosing the right run shoes, to i…

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#195 Use The "Red Alert Diagnosis" To Go From Stress To Clarity In Minutes 9:59

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The Red Alert Diagnosis is a framework I created that we use in my coaching. I walk through the video of it on YouTube if you want to watch it. It is a systematic way for us to discover what is frustrating us in our personal or in our professional lives quickly and to determine what we can do about it that's within our direct power. Fear and frustr…

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Your Questions Answered: Race-Day Heart Rate, Training Like the Pros, Cycling Stronger Outside, and More! 1:01:33

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We're back for another episode where our triathlon coaches answer YOUR questions! IRONMAN World Champions Mark Allen and Craig "Crowie" Alexander jump into the hot seat on this round-robin, rapid-fire episode! Learn tips for balancing training with life activities, riding strong when you train outside, and how to breathe while swimming in cold wate…

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#194 How My Productivity Is Up 200% This Year And Why The AI Wave Is Ride Or Die 18:41

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This isn't about fear-mongering or doomsday predictions. It's reality. It's my reality. I have put off having to make 2 different hires because of how I have been able to utilize AI in my business and in my life. This is a massive opportunity and its literally changing the landscape of how our world operates at incredible speed. I don't care if you…

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#193 Men Are More Than What We Provide with Dejuan Brown 39:26

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Its Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and no one cares. Seriously. There aren't any social media banners or flags being waved and we know this. Society has spent decades minimizing and in some cases, demonizing men and the things that make us strong. Our value has been boiled down to what we provide and that's wrong. My conversation with Dejuan a…

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Find Free Speed with Michellie Jones' 6 Recovery Rules 1:08:27

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Getting faster doesn’t come through just training harder. Your recovery plays a crucial role in becoming a stronger athlete. This week triathlon legend Michellie Jones joins the podcast to share her 6 rules for recovery that will benefit your performance. From the importance of prioritizing sleep and nutrition to using recovery tools and technology…

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Where Triathlon Becomes Woodstock: The Wildflower Experience 50:54

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The Wildflower Multisport Festival is the "Woodstock" or "Coachella" of triathlon. Where the Countryside of California hosts a weekend endurance festival with triathlon, running, open water swimming, and so much more! After a hiatus, Wildflower returned in 2025 and TriDot was there in a big way! Host Vanessa Ronksley brings Coaches Ryan Tibball, Ku…

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#192 Breakthrough This Belief To Live A Fulfilling Life And Ironically Make More Money 22:36

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Stop believing society's lie that you have time...you don't. It seems harmless but its a poison pill designed to keep you productive and spend money on things that don't mean much to you. It blinds us to what we really want. That's why its so important we get clarity on what we want and why we want it. When you know what that is with certainty, you…

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#191 Surprising Ways to Stay Healthy While Running a Successful Business with Shelby Clement 31:53

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Shelby made her business more profitable and less stressful once she burned out hard in the rat race. We talk about how health is the ultimate business booster and how you can make a business more profitable if you are brave enough to give up parts of it. We talk about the importance of putting yourself in the room where things happen and how to tu…

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Troubleshooting 7 Common Race-Day Nutrition Problems 1:01:31

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With our bodies needing the perfect amount of fuel, fluids, and electrolytes to thrive on race-day, plenty can go wrong with our nutrition intake while on course. Coaches Jasmine Moezzi and Kathy Ward-Hudson join the podcast to help us troubleshoot the seven most common nutrition issues athletes may face during their race. From dehydration and cram…

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Troubleshooting 8 Common Race-Day Run Problems 1:02:58

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With the run being the final leg of a triathlon, your body and brain are fatigued with plenty of miles still to go. Numerous things can go wrong trying to reach the finish line. Coach Chris Navin brings his coaching and racing experience to the podcast to help us troubleshoot the eight most common issues athletes may face during the run. From injur…

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#190 Stop Overthinking Your To-Do List With This Easy Method 6:06

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Life and work can get overwhelming with never-ending to-do lists. That's why making sure we choose to do the right things that move us to our intended outcome is so important. The people who lose are the ones who can't prioritize and delegate. They will forever be completing other people's lists instead of focusing on their own. This 3D hack will m…

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Troubleshooting 7 Common Race-Day Bike Problems 1:03:33

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Since the bike leg is the longest part of a triathlon, plenty can go wrong while out on course. Coach Kurt Madden brings his coaching and racing experience to the podcast to help us troubleshoot the seven most common issues athletes may face during the bike portion of the race. From mechanical and tech failures to nutrition and the saddle discomfor…

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#189 Getting Vulnerable About My Illness And 3 Lessons I Learned About Health Wealth 22:47

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This is an unusual episode, but I want to start with THANK YOU. Many people reached out after noticing my absence from socials and the podcast. I had some serious gastric issues and am undergoing some tests to see if there's anything chronic. I'm back on my feet for the most part but I wanted to share some things I've learned from all of this. Plea…

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Troubleshooting 7 Common Race-Day Swim Problems 1:02:07

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Even though the swim is the shortest part of a triathlon, plenty can go wrong as you make your way through the water. Coach Joanna Nami brings her coaching and racing experience to the podcast to help us troubleshoot the seven most common issues athletes may face during the swim portion of the race. From goggle and wetsuit issues to anxiety and the…

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Running Strong On Tired Legs 1:02:41

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Running on tired legs is a big time reality of triathlon training and racing. Triathlon Legend Mirinda "Rinny" Carfrae and running Coach Bobby McGee join the podcast to share all their wisdom for running strong while fatigued. Our Coaches will offer cues for holding proper run form even while tired and will provide tangible tips for strengthening y…

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Chill Out: Cold Water Immersion for Triathletes 59:10

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Ice baths, cryotherapy, cold showers (and more) are the new "it" thing for recovery. But does sports science actually support cold water as a positive body stimulus? Physical Therapist Dr. B.J. Leeper and Triathlon Coach Ken Presutti plunge into the podcast to share the benefits of cold water immersion. From the anti-inflammatory perks to body temp…

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Teamwork in Triathlon: Racing a Relay 1:04:04

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Racing a triathlon relay is a great way to mix up your race season, practice one specific discipline, and have fun along the way! Coaches Ben Sommerville and Ryan Tibball join the podcast to explain the most common relay formats and how to best race them. From selecting your teammates to split pacing and transition tips, Ben and Ryan coach us throu…

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Clipping In: Triathlon Bike Shoes, Cleats, and Pedals 1:04:27

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A crucial touch point between a triathlete and their bike are the pedals and footwear that get those wheels moving! Coaches Jeff Raines and Ben Sommerville join the podcast to cover the essential info regarding bike shoes, cleats, and pedals. From running shoes and platform pedals to cycling shoes and clipless pedals, our coaches explain the pros a…

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Swim, Bike, Run, REST! Getting Rest Days Right 59:55

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Triathletes famously LOVE to train and tend to neglect rest and recovery. Properly resting our body is just as vital to triathlon performance as our training. Today Coaches Matt Sommer and Jason Verbracken join the podcast to help us get rest days right. Answering questions like “Do we actually need rest days?” And “what are signs our body needs a …

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#188 What My TEDx Talk About Alter Egos Taught Me About Building A Life And Business I Love (on the PodPire Podcast) 27:35

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In this interview with Charles from PodPire, we go over my TEDx Talk, how you can use an alter ego intentionally to win at life and business, and then tactics to get rolling as an entrepreneur. Please Give A Review If you like the show, it'd be awesome if you could take 10 seconds and leave a review on Apple Podcasts (click here to leave a review) …

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6 Big Time Swimming Tips for Triathletes 57:36

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Are you interested in tangible tips to improve your swim? Triathlon legend Michellie Jones and Coach Brandy Ramirez join the podcast to share six big time swimming tips for every triathlete. They stress the importance of proper technique and the benefits dry land exercises. Michellie and Brandy also discuss working on your open water skills as well…

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6 Big Time Cycling Tips for Triathletes 54:20

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Are you interested in tangible tips to improve your cycling? Triathlon legend Craig "Crowie" Alexander and Coach Chris Navin join the podcast to share six big time cycling tips for every triathlete. They break down the importance of a proper bike fit and explain the benefits of high and low cadence training. Crowie and Chris also share tips for str…

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#187 Entrepreneurs Are Burning Out And Desperately Need Travel with Elliot Rosenberg 40:27

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Burnout is becoming a more common issue amongst executives and entrepreneurs. And their solution is usually a nice vacation. But many people are quitting on travel due to cost of living increases or lower revenue. But what if you didn't have to choose and could vacation for free? That's what Elliot Rosenberg helps people do so they can travel using…

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6 Big Time Running Tips for Triathletes 51:44

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Are you looking for tangible tips to improve your run? Triathlon legend Mirinda "Rinny" Carfrae and Coach Jeff Raines join the podcast to share six big time running tips for every triathlete. They break down purchasing the correct shoe for your specific feet and explain the benefits of training on tired legs. Rinny and Jeff also share tips for trai…

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When to Ditch the Watch: Training Without Technology 58:42

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Have you ever left for your run and your watch battery was dead? Or gone for a group ride to notice your bike computer is still at home? Did it ruin your workout? If so, have no fear - Coaches Ryan Tibball and Will Usher join the podcast to break down training without technology. We have become so connected to our training gadgets that something wi…

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5 Questions to Ask before Registering for a Race 54:58

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When considering adding a race to your calendar, what variables should factor into your decision to register? Or to pass? Coaches Raya Usher and Ken Presutti join the show to present the five questions you should ask before adding a race to the calendar. They'll discuss ways to lay out your season calendar and help you think through the "why" behin…

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#186 I Set Boundaries When I Work From Home And It Changed Everything 7:57

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You’re constantly being pulled in different directions—family, friends, and even your team won’t stop interrupting you. If you struggle with constant distractions, interruptions, or work-life balance while working from home, this is the solution you need. The problem isn’t time management—it’s a lack of clear boundaries. In this video, I’ll show yo…

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#185 Discover How ChatGPT And Automation Can Revolutionize Your Dinner Plans And Meal Prep (Skeleton System Pt. 1) 12:19

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Struggling to find time to eat healthy? In this episode, I break down Part 1 of my Skeleton System—a game-changing way to systemize your dinners with AI and automation to plan meals, generate shopping lists, and get groceries delivered in minutes. No more wasting hours figuring out what to eat or running to the store. If you want to streamline meal…

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Mark Allen's 6 Rules for Day-to-Day Nutrition 1:00:24

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As the fourth discipline of triathlon, triathletes are very intentional with race day nutrition. But what we put into our bodies day-to-day has a much bigger impact on our overall health. Today, 6X IRONMAN World Champion and legendary coach Mark Allen shares his six rules for daily nutrition. He discusses the importance of nutrient dense foods, why…

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#184 The 5 Phone Hacks That Made My Productivity 10X 18:21

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Your phone is killing your productivity. It’s not a secret...notifications, texts, emails, Slack and random calls are stealing your focus away and waste hours of your day. The worst part? You don’t even realize how often you pick up your phone out of habit. I was stuck in this cycle too, losing 30-70% of my productive time every day. But after maki…

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Ace Your Assessment Workouts with Proper Pacing 1:05:25

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Since assessment workouts serve as a benchmark of your current fitness, it is crucial to perform your best in these training sessions. TriDot Coaches Matt Sommer and Elizabeth James join the podcast to break down everything you need to know for your next assessment week. We'll discuss the importance of fitness benchmarking as well as mental strateg…

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#183 Change Your Mindset Before You Change Your Money with Mark Murphy 41:07

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Generational wealth? Selling a business? Retirement? Before you think about these things, Mark B. Murphy wants to challenge you on your mindset first. That is where we design the life we want and build true wealth. Mark is the CEO of Northeast Private Client Group in New Jersey and has a book that was a Best Seller on Amazon. He's a speaker and phi…

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Building a Powerful Body for Short Course Racing 1:03:40

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While long course requires stamina, short course racing involves a lot of power and speed! Two-time short course National Champion and TriDot Coach Ben Sommerville joins Coach Ryan Tibball on the podcast to emphasize the importance of building speed before your next short course race. From the timing of fueling and proper form and technique, to pow…

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#182 How Dangerous Conversations And This Simple Truth Can Guarantee Success By 75-90% 17:58

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Sometimes, to go forward, we must first go inward. That's a lesson I learned the hard way in 2024 and it probably cost me about $120,000. This is why having dangerous conversations with ourselves is so important. We have to be honest with ourselves or we will find reasons to prevent us from growing and building the life we want. All it takes is som…

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The Truth About the IRONMAN Time Commitment 59:44

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IRONMAN training certainly takes some time, but it doesn't need to take over your entire life. It's possible (and important) to balance training with your regular commitments and priorities. This week, IRONMAN U Master Coach Michellie Jones and TriDot Coach Jeff Raines join the podcast to debunk all the time commitment myths about training for long…

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#181 2025 Predictions Episode: Super Late But They're Here And They're Hot! 28:51

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One of the most downloaded episodes the past few years because you all love to make fun of my predictions. So was I right about 2024? Or dead wrong? And what am I going to say about 2025? Here are the categories I go over...listen and find out! Super Bowl Winner Macroeconomic trend to watch Real estate trend of the year Social media prediction Stoc…

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#180 Married With A Business And Real Estate At 26 And How He Screwed Up with Mando Sallavanti 33:38

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Mando Sallavanti is only 26, but he's recently married, started dating his now-wife when they were 15, has a few real estate holdings and is a licensed CFP with a huge following on LinkedIN. Society would say, he's messing up his life. Is he? Or is everyone else doing it wrong. We discuss problems in society causing confusion for men and women and …

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Revisiting Mastering Mental Skills for Massive Gains 1:04:33

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Success in triathlon training and racing can be just as much mental as it is physical. You devote numerous hours to swimming, biking, and running to train your body, but what are you doing, if anything, to develop your mind? Can your mindset truly impact your performance results? On today's episode, mental skills coach Bobby McGee and triathlon coa…