Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast
Episodes
#817 – Set Your Health Up For Later In Life
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now is a good time to be thankful you have decided to be active and are able to do the things we do. Swim, bike and run isn't easy, but it's a decisio...
#816 – Making Weaknesses Less Weak
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a way, this could be titled "small win season" but the trick is figuring out where to best put your energy. We all have weaknesses but identifying ...
#815 – Self-Correcting Your Technique
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you focused on getting a workout done, or getting better? Today's cast is largely about swimming, but the technique discussion applies to bike and...
#814 – Our Athletes Ask Us Questions
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we open it up to some of our own athletes to ask questions. We get into races that may not live up to the hype, Travel, stress, and exhaustion, ...
#813 – Decision Making Season
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What was the state of your mind, body and spirit at this time last year? We look at how triathletes can get trapped in a cycle and spend time working ...
#812 – Let's Get It Started
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of Mike's dad's favorite Ironman pre-race song, "Let's get it started . . . now." No more overthinking. No more premature optimization plans,...
#811 – Are You Game?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you willing to let go and leave your comfort zone? Today, we start by talking about Cam Wurf's perspective on endurance sports and life and it tak...
#810 – The 5% Hacks
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We start talking about candy and ketones and it kinda goes on from there. www.c26triathlon.com
#809 – KONA RECAP - Plus, the mistakes we make in racing
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What a race from Patrick Lange. Today, we look at how KONA unfolded and why, after all these years, it still comes down to the run . . . and maybe the...
#808 – KONA 2024 Preview - Ironman World Championship
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Triathlete's Christmas is upon us… Who will stand on top of the podium at the Ironman World Championships? Despite being a little later in the y...
#807 – Winterize Your Training
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's not much worse than starting each year from scratch with rusty joints and bones, so today we look at some strategies to get the most out of yo...
#806 – What's Harder: A Marathon or An Ironman?
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we tackle a thought provoking question. What's harder, an Ironman or a stand alone marathon? Within this question are a lot of interesting thou...
#805 – Listener Q&A
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listeners drive today's topics, including the highly debated topic of weight training. We also take a deep look at the swim and discuss whether it's w...
#804 – It's Time To Stay In The Game
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we talk with each other in a way to figure things out. Today, we dive into staying in the game, being in the moment, and living a life of ex...
#803 – Listener Questions 10-3-24
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We talk the best Z1 and Z2 ratios for the off season. We look at Training for unique races like the Triple T. We get into the best ways to attack ultr...
#802 – Building Off-Season Momentum
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now is the time to look deep inside and figure out where you want to go, what makes you happy, and how to find love of the process. We look at the pos...
#801 – Are You Willing To Fail within the process?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Success and getting better takes the ability to be willing to fail along the way. We can play it safe, but we're training for Ironman, not SoftMan. On...
#800 – Re-Framing Fun in Training and Racing
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you thought we would have a big celebration for #800, you are absolutely right! Today, we talk about how doing hard things like triathlon can be fu...
#799 – Durability And Fatigue Resistance
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to race better? Master the principles in this podcast. Today, we look at what's really important for long course triathlon. The ability to hold f...
#798 – Race And Live Free
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you too hard on yourself? Today we look at the challenges of consistency and commitment to racing and living free. It's easy to burn our consisten...
#797 – Critical Thinking About Your Health And Fueling
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we give you a little food for thought on day to day nutrition and race fueling. We sort of explore the traditional triathlon thinking process a...
#796 Ironman Wisconsin 2024 Recap - Plus, a Deep Dive Into Race Fueling
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We go deep into what was Ironman Wisconsin and 70.3 weekend in Madison. C26 had a great showing again with over 40 athletes racing and a 2nd place tri...
#795 – Ironman Wisconsin Preview 2024
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looks like it will be cooling down for the weekend and today Mike and Robbie walk through what that means if you're racing. If you handle the little t...
#794 - Listener Questions - 9_29_29
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We start with the pros and cons of the new Ironman Chattanooga bike course. We look at whether or not these courses are really that crowded. We talk u...
#793 – Listener Q&A
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The heat is back but the stress never left and it's a good reminder. We talk open water swim and your pace and if it's right and if training in the po...
#792 – Don't Major In The Minors
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Focus on the details is very important when it comes to your race, but what are the right details? Today, we get into the "no man's land" of training....
#791 – Louisville 70.3 Recap
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The inaugural IM Louisville 70.3 kicked off with a bang and we have an on location report. We'll talk about all the expectations and the realities and...
#790 – Louisville 70.3 Vibes (on site)
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
C26 is in Louisville in big numbers and today Coach Robbie joins from the Omni Hotel lobby to talk about the vibe for Louisville 70.3. We talk about t...
#789 – How to View Intensity
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we break down how volume and intensity overlap. Just because something is defined as "easy" doesn't mean it's not intense. How do you think abou...
#788 – Three Techniques to Master Faster Swimming
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of us really complicate things in the water, but today we're looking at a few "simple" concepts that can really make a difference in your swim s...
#787 – Be Your Own Athlete
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone has different life scenarios and it's up to you to figure out what works best in training. Is it not enough, too much? Why do you think that?...
#786 – Next Big Fad Mentality, PLUS Listener Questions
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We talk Olympics' triathlon. We get into the heat. We get into adjusting for the heat. We talk Norwegian method as a strategy or burnout? Adrenaline a...
#785 – Listener Q&A
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Great questions from the listeners. We get pretty deep into HR training and testing, along with intensity control and duration. We look at prescriptio...
#784 – Have A Life . . . and train well in the process
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Topics: C26 Camp in Madison Lake Placid, Ohio, Oregon Ironman Branding problem? 20-30 Hour Weeks Extreme results The need to be expensive Appreciatin...
783 – Addicted to Decorations
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us can look at the metrics, but how deep is our understanding? Today, we look at the decorations of triathlon in your training platform. Are y...
#782 – Training vs. Racing
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you think about training? Are you going for race times or truly working on things that will make you better? Today, we look at different mindse...
#781 – You Gotta Be You
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday, the two greatest riders in the world charged toward the finish line in Stage 11 of the Tour de France with completely different styles. Tod...
#780 – Volume, Frequency, Recovery
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look how to get effective volume and why recovery should be an instrumental part of everything you do. We look at why it's important to be aw...
779 – Finding Joy In The Work
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Topics: Do you know in your heart it's the right thing? Challenging our listeners Being proud of yourself Keep showing up Make one clear goal The joy...
#778 Noise Cancellation for Successful Racing
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Topics: Predicting your race Detached from expectations Taking a week away from podcast for Triathlon Camp New 70.3 coming close to Mike? Typa A Inse...
#777 – Flexible On The F*cKaround - Part 2
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This one is all about getting more results and enjoyment out of your training. Be creative and make things work. Don't trudge through training tired a...
#776 – Are You Trying Too Hard?
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
***Be sure to stay tuned at the end of the podcast for an interview with C26 Coach, Erin Koerner. Topics: Are you trying too hard Swimming harder, ...
#775 – Navigating Setbacks: Injuries, Niggles, Anxiety, Fear
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's a niggle, injury, anxiety, or fear, there's always a way to spin things in a positive direction. Today, we look at the wide range of chal...
#774 – Cut Through The Clutter
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of Apps and Special Offers, we present . . . cutting through the clutter. We start with the simplicity of the early days of Training Peak...
#773 – Are You Avoiding Breakthroughs?
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you throwing in the towel right before a big breakthrough? Today, we cast based on a quote, "The magic you're looking gor is in the work you're av...
#772 – Stacking Your Training
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look at how workouts weave together with soothing, straining, and stressful sessions. The C26 Triple S! This one is great for all athletes ...
#771 – Pack Mentality
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether we're a front pack, middle pack, or back of the pack athlete, we can all learn from each other. Today we look at the different ways to think a...
#770 – Race Speed: Mind And Body Ready
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we dovetail off Chattanooga 70.3 and Moro Bay. We start by talking about swimming and how it should not be taken lightly. We ask if shortening t...
#769 – Setting In-Race Goals
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#768 – Creating The Perfect Training Environment
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we give you all the secrets to more enjoyable training, which will obviously transfer into better racing . . . and maybe even a happier life. Ar...
#767 – Mysteries of Swimming - Part 2
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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, ...
#766 – The Mysteries of Swimming
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#765 – Ironman Texas 2024 Recap
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
You Just Gotta Do It Once
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a re-post of another of our favorite episodes/concepts. Off a great, but tough weekend at Run Camp, we reflect on how and when to push and why...
Out Alone In The Dark (at Ironman Texas) Re-Post
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a re-post of one of our favorite C26 Ironman stories. This is an Ironman story for Everyone. If you've ever stayed until the end of an Ironm...
#764 – Surviving The Ironman Texas Heat (or any other hot race)
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for your hot race? Today we look at physical and mental approaches to staying cool on the race course. From whether or not to wear a w...
#763 – Chasing The High
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you "get through" tough situations in training? Today, we look at the emotional roller coaster that is triathlon and some of the traps we all f...
#762 – Listener Q&A – 4-11-24
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Check out our NEW coaches We answer a ton of questions today, including a rapid fire ending you won't want to miss. We get into the challenges of ri...
#761 – Listener Q&A - The Answer Is Always . . . Do The Work
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The first question set off a great mini-topic for the day. What the new tactics/trends that are pros doing these days that age group athletes can emul...
#760 – Seek Discomfort
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This title is an homage to one of our favorite YouTube channels, you can find it here: Seek Discomfort The Seek Discomfort crew is always looking ...
#759 – Race With Nothing To Lose
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The most successful athletes play free and without fear. Today, we look at how you can train and race better when you realize you have nothing to lose...
#758 – Balancing Structure With Fun
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Triathlon training should be structured, but we're all about keeping the fun alive. Today, we talk about weaving them together to make the process mor...
#757 - Why You Should Fall In Love With Zone 2
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Efficiency might be the biggest key to you having a successful race and that all starts in Zone 2. Yes, we know it's "boring" but today we give you ot...
Prisoners Of The Future
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
(We have C26 Swim School this week, so this is a reposted podcast). Ever feel the pressure of too much going on? That anxious feeling is getting out o...
From Final Four To Ironman (Repost)
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
(With March Madness upon us and C26 Swim School in progress, we thought it was a good time to revisit an old podcast with Zak Showalter and how he sta...
Chattanooga 70.3 Preview (Repost)
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
(We have C26 Swim School this week, so this is a reposted Podcast and we will not have a booth at Chatt). We begin with the Swim Start, including when...
Ironman Texas Preview (Repost)
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
(We have the C26 Swim School this week, so this is a reposted podcast). Today we focus on Ironman Texas strategy, but this podcast is great for anyone...
#756 – High IQ Early Season Racing
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you running on gas or fumes at the end of your races? Today, we take a deep look into how to start the season smart and snowball that into better ...
#755 – Cultivating "Ah Ha" Moments
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we go over important "ah ha" moments in our racing and coaching career. Things that changed the game for us as athletes and coaches. We look at...
#754 – Confidence And Vulnerability - You are the ultimate decision maker
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we give you the power to make your own decisions in training. As coaches we think it's important for athletes to learn through trial and error. ...
#753 – Attitude Adjustments
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We both felt like we needed attitude adjustments today, so we dove a little deeper. We look at some of the stresses we feel when thinking about our tr...
#752 – Listener Q&A - Keep the Tank Full
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We had a blast with this one. We start with transition tips, and end with giving you a whole new perspective on how to think about T1 and T2. We also ...
#751 – Listener Q&A
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Great questions today, and a call for you to find your racing super power. Is it a good idea to burn your biscuits before you take a relaxing vacation...
#750 – Stacking Volume and Appropriate Fatigue
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today is about understanding feel, your body, and learning how to "play" within training. The cast was a bit inspired by a new trend in MMA and boxing...
#749 – Adventure Days - within your training
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doing anything intensely 24/7/365 is difficult. I mean, why do you think Dennis Rodman needed to go to Vegas for a few days right in the middle of a 3...
#748 – Finding The Best Formula For YOU
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We can chase dreams of others, but what works best for you? A lot of musicians say the most powerful note is the one not played, ghost notes. Today, w...
Everything You Need To Know About Triathlon RUNNING (Re-Post)
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a RE-POST of episode 421 - We'll be back to regular Tuesday/Thursday when we return from Run Camp. Thanks! Be a part of the C26 Club for 2024....
#747 – Future Tripping
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all like to have goals, but is that goal taking up too much space in your brain? Today, we look at Future Tripping and ways to release anxiety from...
#746 – How To Not Suck At Cycling - Part 7
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the keys to becoming a better and more efficient cyclist? Today, we look at the diffrent methods of training. We explore quality over quantit...
#745 – What Are You Leaving On The Table?
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you performing to your potential or even understand what that means? Today we look into our mental and physical capacities and explore the idea th...
#744 – Listener Q&A - 1-23-24
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Great questions today as we start with how to move up from Sprints to your first 70.3. What is a runner's high and the best way to get it? Deeper look...
#743 – Listener Questions - 1-18-24
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look at a wide range of topics, including the women vs. men, heavy lifting, strength training, disc wheels, being overweight, picking your fi...
#742 – Mixing Run Races With Triathlon
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How fast, and how much should you be running? Today, we look at those questions and much more as we prepare for another triathlon season that is comin...
#741 – You Are Not Your Thoughts
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don't believe everything you think, and certainly don't let it affect your mood. Today, we look at minimal effective does, aka, doing as much as you n...
#740 – We Chose This Path . . . Enjoy It
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you don't want to do something? Two choices. Bag it, or do it anyway. And when we DO do it, it builds strength, consistency, and the...
#739 – The Man Who Waits For Tomorrow . . .
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are we ever really in control? Do we really think things will be better tomorrow?Finding a good swim, bike, run groove starts with small steps right n...
#738 – Micro Dosing Extreme Goals
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We can't have it all at once. Today, we look at building momentum by doing little things and building an exciting process that leads you to completing...
It's Primer Week – Build Some Momentum (Re-Post)
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
(This is a re-post of Episode #645 from this time last year) This is the perfect de-motivational storm and it's up to us to create "something" that st...
#737 – It's Easy To Bail . . .
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
These next few weeks are tricky to navigate, so a good approach might be to focus on simply feeling good. It's easy to overplay our goals way too ea...
#736 – Making Macro Decisions Based On Micro Feelings
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You can support the podcast by getting some awesome C26 Gear! Thank you for listening. The range of emotions we face after a single workout can be sta...
#735 – The Myths Of Periodization
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you working on the right things for long enough? Today, we look at base, build and peak phases from the perspective of different athletes with dif...
#734 – Creating Powerful Change
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Change, both good and bad, can be hard to recognize because real change happens over time. Today, we look at how to appreciate the actions you take, e...
#733 – Going To Dark Places
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Run Camp is always an "awakening" of sorts and today we recall the dark places and ask, how much are we all leaving on the table? Everyone at our camp...
#732 - Listener Q&A - 11-27-23
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Solid questions from our listeners today. We get into how to handle this off season with regard to strength, durability, and what is "triathlon specif...
Do The Work and Sieze the Moment (Re-Post)
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
(This is a re-post of cast 633) "Opportunity is often missed because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work" – Thomas Edison Ever fear the r...
#731 – Gratitude in Training, Racing, and Life
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today is about digging deep inside as an athlete and a human all with the mission of a happy and healthy life. Many times we know the right things to ...
#730 Strip Away The Excuses
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Try this . . . strip away the excuses and then figure out why you don't want to take action. Today, we look at being paralyzed in planning and waiting...
#729 – Be Proud Of Your Effort
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today is about living, training, and racing to your fullest. Robbie's grandmother passed last week and he shares some of her secrets to life and livin...
#728.5 - Micro Goals - Running Focus (Re-Post)
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
RE-POST We are attending to family concerns this week, so we are re-posting a popular series, Micro Goals, from a couple years ago. These are timed ...
#728 – How To Not Suck At Swimming - Part 13
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we focus on three key parts of swimming: Balance, Body Position, and Leverage. If things are out of whack, it's a good idea to slow down. Force ...