Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast C26 Triathlon

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 individual race. Do you want to see how much you can push the bike and still run? Swim hard or reel it in? How do you keep going on the bike. Self-talk, toughness, and nutrition. Can you put yourself in objective space? Are you ready to dig deep, or find in-race recovery points? What’s your your ceiling for discomfort on race day?
Topics:
Join Our Email list and get a free swimming PDF at C26triathlon.com Ironman Facebook group panic Setting your race strategy Building a checklist Goals: Time or performance? What’s the goal for today? A, B, and C Races How much energy do you use on each portion? A, B, and C Goals for the day If you feel good, take what you got Don’t fold, figure something out The performance spectrum How long can you go without imploding? Experimenting with nutrition Practicing toughness The goal is to gain information Testing or body of work? Cramping and bonking . . . is it really sodium? What’s your ceiling of discomfort in the swim, bike and run? Ending on a good note If a race feels easy . . . .  
Mike Tarrolly - mike@c26triathlon.com
Robbie Bruce - robbie@c26triathlon.com

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 get into fueling and cooling strategy, how to know if and when you’re ready to push the bike/run. We talk about the hills, the flats, how to approach a downstream “long” swim, and critical run information that could make or break your race. 
This cast is from 2021. 
Topics:
Follow us on Instagram: C26_Triathlon Come see us at the C26 Hub in Chattanooga Whatever happens, stick with it  Swim Start Walk - What to pay attention to  Fueling Pre-swim  When to put on your wetsuit  Strategy for Swim  When and where to strip wetsuit  T1 - Long-ish Run. Be purposeful but patient Bike mounting tips  Watch your water bottles First 5 miles of bike course can be rough First 25 mile strategy  The “Big” hill Last 25 miles Climb at Mile 45 and fast descent  When to push the bike  Pacing and fueling the bike and run Always know where your effort level is  Aid station chaos and why you may want to carry First big hill out of T2 Rolling hot roads Greenway thoughts Bridge number one Pedestrian bridge When to Let it Rip on the run Mike Tarrolly - Mike@C26Triathlon.com
Robbie Bruce - Robbie@C26Triathlon.com 

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 is here . . . Finding routes you enjoy Having great training options It’s hard to get burned out Finding a groove that works for you Refusing to run or ride inside Knowing what works The wind Power meters and FTP tests The pool vs. a lake Watts inside vs. Out Cycling outside is a total mental shift Running outside vs. treadmill Training routes that check the boxes Spontaneity and adventure Going with what feels right Figuring things out through experience Pro racing vs. amateur racing Feeling younger as you get older You’re either hurt or getting better Running shoe talk - Newton’s, K Swiss Over seeking comfort  
Mike Tarrolly - mike@c26triathlon.com
Robbie Bruce - robbie@c26triathlon.com

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 about paddles? How to breathe right and fix dead spots in your stroke.
Topics:
Weather and running and emotions Open Water Training Integrity of swim workouts in open water Comfort in Open Water Smaller hands and feel for the water Counting strokes Timing of turning your head to breathe Feeling with your wrist Pauses and dead spots How to breathe Sighting as part of your stroke Weight training for swimming How often should you use a pull buoy?? Paddles/pull buoy/mixed with all out 50s Plain old genetics Find the optimum stroke for your body type Feel for the water, bike, and run -------------
Mike Tarrolly - mike@c26triathlon.com
Robbie Bruce - robbie@c26triathlon.com

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 talk about the things you should actually be doing vs. spending your time on drills you don’t understand. Swimming is about connecting your mind to the action of the stroke. Today we look at ways you can truly get better by focusing on what works and not spending time overthinking.
Topics:
Setting a tone for the day There’s no excuse not to get better Doing everything right, but not getting faster Adult athletes Good drummers (an swimmers) don’t think too much Don’t fight the water Stop trying to change everything Get better at what you’re doing right We can see you thinking What’s your swim age? Early development Wiring first the first time Can’t seem to get a feel for the water Fist drill, skulling, doggy paddle Slow down to feel the water Feel for water is an enigma Finding speeds in the water Limb swimmers Slip and path of the least resistance Bilateral Breathing Swimming with a band Strides in the water Disjointed vs. Fluid Coaching Inquiries:
Mike Tarrolly - mike@c26triathlon.com
Robbie Bruce - robbie@c26triathlon.com
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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 
What's been hard/frustrating
Race frequency
Race pressure vs. nerves
When we're focused on performance
Perfectionism
Comfort in our own skin


Contact:
Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com
Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com 
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