Purple Patch Podcast

IRONMAN. Perhaps you have done one already but would love to do better. Maybe you are inspired to give it a crack, but not really sure if you are up to the task, or perhaps you are thinking, "I could never do that with my hectic life schedule." Today's episode will: Break down the myths and perceptions that often send time-starved hopefuls down the wrong path of their IRONMAN journey Outline a method to ensure that a successful journey to IRONMAN doesn't equal obsession, fatigue, and destruction of the other important parts of life. Help build a framework of training to prepare you to be successful, but also improve your health, performance across other parts of life, and enable you to actually ENJOY the journey. It is a fact. IRONMAN is a personal challenge that requires great commitment, logistical considerations, and training. Your journey will include plenty of obstacles, adversity, and setbacks, BUT it doesn't have to come at the expense of every other aspect of your life. In fact, IRONMAN training can enhance your life if done properly. Today, Matt outlines how. 0:00-02:35 Welcome, Episode Introduction, and a word from our sponsor, Inside Tracker - use code PURPLEPATCHPRO25 for 25% in the InsideTracker Store. 02:35-06:50 Squaddie Update - Live and Video on Demand Coaching and Purple Patch Swim Analysis 06:50-10:30 Word of the Week - Dena 10:30 IRONMAN in a Time-Starved Life Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 The Definitive Guide to Your First IRONMAN - Purple Patch Blog Purple Patch Swim Analysis Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

This week features a conversation with Dr. Gil Blander. Dr. Blander is an expert in nutrition, biomarker analytics, athletic performance, biochemistry, and aging research. Gil is also the Founder and CSO of InsideTracker, a personalized health and performance analytics company created by a team of scientists, physicians, nutritionists, and exercise physiologists from MIT, Harvard, and Tufts University. Today Matt and Dr. Blander discuss aging, supplements that actually help performance, homeopathy, extending your lifespan, and how to stave off cognitive decline. They deliver insights and information to help you understand your body, apply focus, and move towards an optimized life by focusing on what matters. And, just like a deck of cards, you may be dealt a certain hand, but you can always play them well. Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our new collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

Matt Dixon presents his annual gift-guide episode, a diverse list of ideas for holiday gifts all anchored in performance. Every one of these ideas is delivered after personal experience with Matt and the Purple Patch team, and we think they'll provide some inspiration for you and that favorite fitness enthusiast on your list. This holiday season, the best gifts are personal—and there's nothing more personal than the gift of good health, so let's get into it! Inside Tracker - The Ultimate Plan Whether your loved one runs, bikes, hikes, plays sports, or simply wants to improve their wellness, InsideTracker is the most personalized way to make sure their body stays in it for the long haul. This Black Friday, save $200 on InsideTracker's Ultimate Plan—the most comprehensive way to get personalized insight into their body's wellbeing. Purple Patch podcast listeners also get a free InnerAge Assessment. InsideTracker's personalized nutrition and performance system provides the most detailed analysis of their biomarker data from blood, DNA, lifestyle, and fitness tracking. InsideTracker gives them the power to live a healthier, longer life through concrete, personalized action plans consisting of proven, science-backed recommendations. So starting November 24th, head to InsideTracker.com/purplepatchpodcast to save $200 on InsideTracker's Ultimate Plan and get a free InnerAge — or use code PURPLEPATCHGIFT at checkout - to give the gift of personalized health. The Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired, or Irritable Child May Have a Sleep Disorder--and How to Help A simply wonderful book, and a worthwhile read if you are a parent -- or plan to be one. The lack of sleep and poor sleep quality is incredibly damaging for child performance and development, and neurologist and friend of Purple Patch, Dr. Chris Winter, has created a wonderfully accessible guide in his new book. FatMap - Discover, Plant, Track and Share Your Outdoor Adventures A wonderful GPS mapping app that never gets you lost and allows amazing review and other mapping features. Plus, it seamlessly syncs to Garmin, Strava, and other training platforms. New Wave Swim Buoy Top-notch visibility and safety for open water swimming. Purple Patch Swim Analysis This in-depth remote swim coaching process will identify the inefficiencies in your stroke and find their unique root causes. You'll also get direct guidance on specific actions to address those inefficiencies to improve your swim performance. The Purple Patch swim analysis experience is different from other online swim analysis services. Here, you will receive direct, actionable feedback in four distinct areas critical to improving your swim. This feedback is targeted to your specific underlying inefficiencies and areas for improvement and gives you actionable feedback that's easy to implement. Salomon Sense Pro 5 Running Vest Matt's favorite running vest tested on the rugged trails of Oregon and Montana with quick and easy access to storage and hydration. Outbound Lights for Your Bike Opens up visibility on the trails with smooth falloff all around the bike to aid peripheral vision (the beam should fall off, not the biker). Purple Patch Training Camp YOU asked and we are ramping up our 2022 camps. Hawaii, Napa, South Carolina, Marin, East Coast or St. George, Utah - 2022 is full of very special training and education escapes for all levels. If you would like to gift for a camp you have two options: Head to the CAMP PAGE and choose the best camp option, or, ideally, reach out to us for a credit of the athletes' choice. We will send you a lovely digital gift card with a code for your performance-minded friend or family member to apply to a camp that fits your desire and schedule. Email us at info@purplepatchfitness.com or visit the CAMP PAGE. Annual Purple Patch Squad Membership Give the ultimate gift of performance! You can make a one-time up-front payment that will help a special one excel in their sporting endeavor. Reach out for details, but you will be sending your bestie on a performance journey! Education, a community of like-minded athletes, full video coaching, and a program that integrated into life. Email us at info@purplepatchfitness.com or visit the SQUAD page on the website for details. Additional Purple Patch Resources: Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn More about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events

Matt welcomes Dr. Chris Winter back to answer your questions about the importance and performance-enhancing effects of good SLEEP. If you think quality sleep has no bearing on your performance in life or sport, think again. "Doing Well" and simply "Being Able to Do" are two different things. Both Matt and Dr. Winter want you to do well and that is why they dig into your questions today, including: His opinion on sleep trackers and wearables Advice for those who are paralyzed by the trackers and data Are there wearables that are more or less accurate than others? How do I discern the best product on the market? When should I alter or cancel a workout after a night of poor sleep? How do I know when I need to get a new mattress? How do I return to sleep after middle-of-the-night disruption? What is the best timing of meals and hydration before I go to sleep? I hate getting up to pee! What tactics can women in perimenopause use to help sleep? How do I manage high work/life stress and anxiety at night? Are naps or periods of rest each day a good thing, even for professionals? 0:00-01:45 Welcome and Episode Introduction 01:45-7:40 Squaddie Update and a word from our sponsor, Inside Tracker 7:50 The Meat and Potatoes - Dr. Chris Winter answers your sleep questions About Dr. Chris Winter Dubbed "The Sleep Whisperer" by Arianna Huffington, Dr. Winter has been involved in the field of sleep medicine for twenty-five years. A fully board-certified neurologist and double board-certified sleep specialist, Dr. Winter has been helping individuals sleep better through his private clinic, group consultations, work with professional athletes, and dynamic media presence. His first book, The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep Is Broken and How To Fix It has received high praise both in the United States and internationally as a fresh and effective approach to a growing problem. Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our new collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Episode 194 Webpage Charlottsville Neurology and Sleep Center The Rested Child - by Dr. Chris Winter The Sleep Solution - by Dr. Chris Winter Episode 8 Purple Patch Podcast with Dr. Chris Winter Episode 193 Purple Patch Podcast with Dr. Chris Winter Dial in YOUR Fueling with Purple Patch Comprehensive Nutrition Programming Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

Matt welcomes Dr. Chris Winter back to the podcast to revisit our most potent performance enhancer, the secret to fitness improvement, heightened focus and clarity, better resilience and immune system, and a promise to the enhancement of your overall health. Today, Matt and Dr. Winter present your ultimate guide to sleep and help unpack the mystery of sleep. Key takeaways: His role as a Neurologist and Sleep Scientist - to improve your confidence and reliability of sleep Tools in his toolbox to help patients - behavior change, medications, C-Pap, etc. The Physiology of Sleep - What's happening to our body and brain when we sleep? The detrimental effects on our body and brain when we rob ourselves of adequate sleep Positive yields when you improve your sleep Why you shouldn't judge success by the number of hours you sleep What are some of the common sleep mistakes? Dr. Winter's recommendations and an action plan on sleep hygiene 0:00-04:00 Welcome and Episode Introduction 03:40-10:20 Squaddie Update and a word from our sponsor, Inside Tracker - "So You Want to Do Your First IRONMAN" - Live webinar with Matt Dixon 10:20-12:15 Word of the Week - Strength 12:30 The Meat and Potatoes - A Discussion on Sleep with Dr. Chris Winter About Dr. Chris Winter Dubbed "The Sleep Whisperer" by Arianna Huffington, Dr. Winter has been involved in the field of sleep medicine for twenty-five years. A fully board-certified neurologist and double board-certified sleep specialist, Dr. Winter has been helping individuals sleep better through his private clinic, group consultations, work with professional athletes, and dynamic media presence. His first book, The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep Is Broken and How To Fix It has received high praise both in the United States and internationally as a fresh and effective approach to a growing problem. Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our new collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Center The Rested Child - by Dr. Chris Winter The Sleep Solution - by Dr. Chris Winter Episode 8 Purple Patch Podcast with Dr. Chris Winter So, You Want to Do An IRONMAN? Live with Matt Dixon - November 16th at 5:00pm PST Dial-in YOUR Fueling with Purple Patch Comprehensive Nutrition Programming Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

Matt takes a week off to pay tribute to his late Mother, Mary Owen. It is her influence that inspired him and his family's love of the outdoors, swimming, and, ultimately, coaching. What do you want to do with your life? Who or what is most important to you? Who are the folks that you want to keep in touch with? Don't let them go. Learn More About Purple Patch Fitness, Training, and Education

Matt welcomes Coach Mike Olzinksi back to the podcast to discuss heavy strength training for both fitness enthusiasts and endurance athletes. This deep dive into heavy lifting will answer commonly asked questions and dispel myths around lifting, especially as it pertains to endurance athletes. They answer: Why should you incorporate heavy lifts into your strength sessions and what are the benefits of lifting heavy? Who should lift heavy? Is anyone off-limits here? What exactly does it mean to "lift heavy?" Where and how does it fit into your schedule? What type of heavy strength training should you do? What are a few of the fundamental heavy lifts endurance athletes and fitness enthusiasts should incorporate? In addition to the many benefits of incorporating some heavy lifting into your weekly schedule (think postural strength, ability to produce more power, reduction of overuse injuries, and better body composition), Matt and Mike also take on the many myths around heavy lifting. Will you bulk up too much? Will you get slower? You'll find out in this pragmatic discussion around lifting heavy in the off-season. 0:00-04:00 Welcome and Episode Introduction 04:00-06:00 Squaddie Update - "So You Want to Do Your First IRONMAN" - Live webinar with Matt Dixon 06:15 Meat and Potatoes with Mike Olzinski - Why Every Endurance Athlete Should Be Lifting Heavy Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our new collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Download our Free Guide to Great Deadlift Form So, You Want to Do An IRONMAN? Live with Matt Dixon - November 16th at 5:00pm PST Dial in YOUR Fueling with Purple Patch Comprehensive Nutrition Programming Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

In Part 3 of the Purple Patch series on performance nutrition, Matt Dixon, along with leading performance nutritionist, Scott Tindal, lift the veil on nutrition and fueling with nutrition case studies around real-life Purple Patch athletes. The goal for all? To frame a smarter common-sense approach to nutrition and fueling in order to build a long-term platform of health and resilience. This final case study is centered around the elite amateur triathlete, Andy Williams. Like many triathletes, Andy is seeking top-level performance in all areas of his life, with his primary goal being an IRONMAN World Championship qualification. His first few attempts had been disastrous, but all-too-common for many multisport athletes. He's gone from GI distress from overconsumption to bonking because of underconsumption. Like many, prior to working with Purple Patch and FuelIn, Andy didn't have a grasp on his eating and fueling habits. He didn't know his sweat rate, body composition, amount of fuel he should be taking in, and what types of food he should prioritize around training and racing. This led to confusion and paralysis, dangerous experimentation, frustration, and poor results relative to training potential. With the guidance of Scott and Matt, Andy developed strategies around: His Baseline numbers - knowing exactly where he was starting from and where he needed to be Repeated testing and nutrition practice in stressful training situations to mimic hard race conditions Hot Water Immersion and/or Sauna protocols for heat acclimation Better organization and specificity around his eating and nutrient timing for energy management, hunger control, and body composition. In this discovery process, Andy upskilled his knowledge, felt empowered and confident during races, and achieved his goal of qualifying for both the 70.3 and IRONMAN World Championships. This work included no voodoo science, no magic elixirs, and no secrets. As you'll hear, the only requirements were a massive desire to learn, organization around habits, and repetitively applying that knowledge. 0:00-04:05 Welcome and Episode Introduction 04:06-07:40 Squaddie Update - Upcoming Events include a Discussion with Inside Tracker, a Live IRONMAN Florida Course Overview, and a public webinar on the topic, "So You Want to Do Your First IRONMAN." All are encouraged to register at the links below 07:45-11:40 Word of the Week - "Strong" - Join Matt on his Strength Journey 11:45 Meat and Potatoes with Scott Tindal - Andy Williams and the Elite Amateur Triathlete Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our new collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Building Your Platform of Health - A Discussion with Inside Tracker - October 21st at 3:00 pm PST IRONMAN Florida - Course Overview and Insights - October 26th at 5:00 pm PST So, You Want to Do An IRONMAN? Live with Matt Dixon - November 16th at 5:00 pm PST Dial-in YOUR Fueling with Purple Patch Comprehensive Nutrition Programming FuelIn Programming Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

As you shift away from the demands of racing in 2021, it is the prime time to focus on improving your weaknesses. Why Now? This is time because overall training stress is much lower and you're not under a burden to chase fitness for races. Coach Matt Dixon (with a little help from his silent sidekick, Barry) discusses converting your weaknesses to strengths and turning your liabilities into performance improvements in 2022 and beyond. In this episode, he centers his advice around three commonly identified weaknesses: Being Constantly Prone to Injury and Niggles Adult-Onset Swimming Weakness and Fears Running Weakness Remember, addressing any of your weaknesses takes courage as well as a long-term lens on your performance. Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our new collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Building your Platform of Health: A Discussion with InsideTracker - October 21st at 3:00pm PST IRONMAN Florida: Free LIVE Course Overview and Insights with Matt Dixon - October 26th at 5:00pm PST So You Want to Do An IRONMAN - Live with Matt Dixon - November 9th at 5:00pm PST Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program

In Part 2 of the Purple Patch series on performance nutrition, Matt Dixon, along with leading performance nutritionist, Scott Tindal, lift the veil on nutrition and fueling with nutrition case studies around real-life Purple Patch athletes. The goal? To frame a smarter common-sense approach to nutrition in order to build a long-term platform of health and resilience. This case study is centered around Purple Patch athlete, Pat Romano. Pat is the CEO of Chargepoint and a dedicated husband and father. He has been a consistent high-performing Purple Patch athlete for over 10 years. The mission with Pat is simple: How can we help him still excel in sports performance as he starts heading towards his late 50s? And, how can he continue to thrive in energy and health to enable him to be the best leader and father he can be? Matt and Pat developed strategies around: Endurance Programming around getting stronger and faster Doubling Down on Strength and Conditioning work Emphasis and Recommitment on Nutrition and Fueling - Are there any stones unturned in his approach to nutrition? Today, Matt and Scott walk you through the discovery process, diagnosis, and strategies for Pat's success including his best-ever performance at Oregon 70.3. 0:00-07:30 Welcome and Episode Introduction 07:30-11:20 Squaddie Update - FREE LIVE Webinar with Matt Dixon and Inside Tracker 11:25-14:35 Word of the Week - "Remarkable" 14:45 Meat and Potatoes with Scott Tindal - Pat Romano Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our new collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Building Your Platform of Health - A Discussion with Inside Tracker - October 21st at 3:00pm PST Dial in YOUR Fueling with Purple Patch Comprehensive Nutrition Programming Read Pat Romano's Full Athlete Case Study Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events