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How to Cross-Train with Ironman World Champion Lucy Charles-Barclay
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On this month’s installment of the How To Series, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Ironman World Champion, Lucy Charles-Barclay, to explore what it takes to train as a hybrid athlete. From her roots as an elite swimmer to dominating the world of triathlon, Lucy shares how she balances high-volume training across swim, bike, and run, while incorporating strength work. Lucy breaks down her training blocks, recovery strategies, and using WHOOP to stay consistent and injury-free. Lucy also opens up about managing celiac disease, experimenting with HYROX, and building an engaged fitness community through her YouTube channel, all while maintaining elite-level performance across multiple disciplines.
(00:37) Introduction to Lucy Charles-Barclay
(01:35) Rapid Fire Q’s
(02:41) Lucy’s Journey From Pro-Swimmer to Ironman World Champion
(06:02) Winning The World Championship: Training & Lead-Up To Competition
(12:38) Week In The Life Training For An Ironman
(15:13) Balancing Disciplines: Training Hybrid
(18:16) Monitoring Strain While Training & Mitigating Injury
(20:26) Inside Lucy’s Recovery Habits
(21:55) Perfecting Her Game: Lucy’s Tech, Tools, and Coaching
(27:08) Lucy’s Favorite WHOOP Metrics
(30:16) Improving Sleep Routine While Traveling: Blue light Glasses, Early Dinners, & More
(33:55) Training With Celiac: Nutrition for Endurance
(36:44) Building A Community While Training: Lucy’s YouTube and Social Media Channels
(41:52) What’s Next For Lucy? Upcoming Goals, Races, And Challenges
Follow Lucy Charles-Barclay:
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Sign up for WHOOP Advanced Labs
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Follow Emily Capodilupo:
353 episodes
Manage episode 499889186 series 2482903
On this month’s installment of the How To Series, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Ironman World Champion, Lucy Charles-Barclay, to explore what it takes to train as a hybrid athlete. From her roots as an elite swimmer to dominating the world of triathlon, Lucy shares how she balances high-volume training across swim, bike, and run, while incorporating strength work. Lucy breaks down her training blocks, recovery strategies, and using WHOOP to stay consistent and injury-free. Lucy also opens up about managing celiac disease, experimenting with HYROX, and building an engaged fitness community through her YouTube channel, all while maintaining elite-level performance across multiple disciplines.
(00:37) Introduction to Lucy Charles-Barclay
(01:35) Rapid Fire Q’s
(02:41) Lucy’s Journey From Pro-Swimmer to Ironman World Champion
(06:02) Winning The World Championship: Training & Lead-Up To Competition
(12:38) Week In The Life Training For An Ironman
(15:13) Balancing Disciplines: Training Hybrid
(18:16) Monitoring Strain While Training & Mitigating Injury
(20:26) Inside Lucy’s Recovery Habits
(21:55) Perfecting Her Game: Lucy’s Tech, Tools, and Coaching
(27:08) Lucy’s Favorite WHOOP Metrics
(30:16) Improving Sleep Routine While Traveling: Blue light Glasses, Early Dinners, & More
(33:55) Training With Celiac: Nutrition for Endurance
(36:44) Building A Community While Training: Lucy’s YouTube and Social Media Channels
(41:52) What’s Next For Lucy? Upcoming Goals, Races, And Challenges
Follow Lucy Charles-Barclay:
Follow WHOOP:
Sign up for WHOOP Advanced Labs
Follow Will Ahmed:
Follow Kristen Holmes:
Follow Emily Capodilupo:
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