Everyday Ironman Podcast

In this episode, I give an update on my training progress and hopefully the last update on my DIY Di2 bike upgrade.I also breakdown both what I eat each day and my nutrition plan for race day.I acknowledge more Instagram handles that provide inspiration to me each day.Support the show

In this episode 14X Ironman Finisher Troy  Clifton shares how he transitioned from his athletic career in High School of playing Football, Baseball and running Track into training for his 1st Marathon.I friend of his encouraged him to take up road cycling and before he knew it, or what it even was, he was registered for a Triathlon. Besides his 14 full distance races, he has completed 24 half distance races and more short distance races to count. He credits his wife of 22 years as being supportive of his passion.Troy completed his 1st full distance race in 2008, has a sub-10 hour finish to his name and has finished in the Top 10 of his Age Group 3 times.Troy shares how he got the opportunity to race Kona through the Legacy Program. He explains how he was notified and how his Kona race date was moved forward. Troy completed Kona in 2019 right before the COVID-19 pandemic caused the cancelation of racing for over 18 months.Troy explains how he transitioned from researching and writing his personal training plans to becoming a certified coach and helping others realize their own Ironman dreams. Troy stresses that everyone and everyone’s schedule is different and having a training plan that is built around your life versus your life being lived around training is paramount to success.We learn the origin of the nickname Cowboy Troy and how he has continued to embrace it through the years.To connect with Troy, see if he is available for coaching and/or check out one of his many Race Reports visit: http://www.c4endurance.com/Support the show

In this week's episode I give an update on my replacement FROM goggles, by DIY Di2 bike upgrade, and breakdown my run training.I share where I am and what I have planned coming up over the next few weeks.I get to give a shootout to some Instagram inspirations that are keeping me moving forward! Support the show

In this episode I was fortunate enough to speak to the 2012 Ironman World Champion Pete Jacobs. Pete was so much fun to talk to, he shared his thoughts on his performance in Hawaii and some of the things he has learned on the body’s ability to produce energy. He even give some advice that I have already put it to place in my own training.Support the show

In this week's episode I give an update on my calf "injury" and my warranty claim for my FORM Smart goggles.Also, I talk through my journey on the bike, my current bike plans, and my approach to training. Support the show

In this episode Mike Bowers, who is currently preparing to race in the 2021 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in St. George, shares how he got his start in triathlon and how he trains while living in Belize. When he wasn’t bragging about his wife Susie’s Ironman accomplishments, he shared a story of when he was able to race Kona, stressed the importance of fueling for the run while on the bike and to use your long training sessions as your opportunity to find what you like and what your body will process.He talks about some of his previous races that included  less than desirable weather and gives some advice that includes being realistic about your obligations to reduce unnecessary stress.If you are interested in staying at Tri Casa De Suenos and getting some one on one coaching with Mike, email: mike.bowers2014@gmaol.comTo view photos of Tri Casa De Suenos on Expedia: https://tinyurl.com/utuhx3nbSupport the show

In this episode, I give a training recap of the last 2 weeks. I explain how I am adjusting my plan to account for a few unexpected obstacles. I dive deeper into my swim journey, talk about where I am currently and share the single biggest gadget that help we go from swimming 1 lap at a time to swimming for distance during training.Support the show

In this episode  Jim Ristow, who is a 10x Ironman Finisher, shares his story. Jim explains how he got his start in the sport, is very open about the races he was unable to finish and details his plan to complete races 11 and 12 with the goal of earning his opportunity to run down Ali’i Drive.We wish Jim all the best as he prepares for a busy race schedule ahead.Click here to be a podcast supporter.Support the show

In  the second episode I give an overview of where I am in my training for Waco 70.3 which is scheduled for October 24, 2021. I go into details of my day to day schedule and provide some insight into my strategy and approach. Click here to be a podcast supporter.Support the show

In the pilot episode, John Lueder shares his Ironman story.John is husband to Lara, father of five children, and an attorney and managing partner of a law firm in Atlanta, GA.John is also a 3X Ironman finisher and is currently training for two full distance races this year. John hopes to finish twelve over the next years to earn his legacy and stamp his ticket to Kona.John shares some advice that he did not receive from the pros that he feels can be helpful to the late night finishers.Click here to be a podcast supporter.Support the show