Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast
Episodes
Find Your "Why Not"
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we get into the concept of missing out on life changing events. We recently read that most adults will end up spending a total of 5 years lookin...
How To Not Suck at Cycling - Part 4
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, it's cycling and what makes you stronger, faster and more efficient. How do you get there? We get into cycling blocks and why they may or may n...
Building Race Confidence (and Reducing Anxiety)
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do we absolutely know when we're ready to race? Today, we look at how athletes produce non-objective expectations and why that can build unwelcome...
Listener Q&A - Simplifying the sport, Musselman, Lake Placid, DNF Rates, Wisconsin Bike Course, Ironman Blues
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of good stuff in the weeds of today's listener questions. Today we get into simplifying a complicated sport, timing mats, and if we'll d...
Be Prepared To Race - Plus, Some Tough Love For The Swim
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of things go through your mind with an Ironman approaching and today, we go through Mike's big "test" weekend from Wisconsin. He talks about why...
Get Connected With Life (Minimal Effective Dose Training)
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone wants to talk about diet, hydration, and sleep, but what about feeling connected to life, training, and purpose? Today, we look at how connec...
Hang Tough and Find Your Own Motivation
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is our 600th podcast, but there's no fanfare… we just keep showing up. We started doing only Monday and Thursday, but sometimes that didn't alw...
Chess, Not Checkers - Smarter Training for Smarter Racing
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How much are you learning during training? Today we talk about the connection between training and racing. We really get into race execution and str...
The Triathlete's Island
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we revisit our why and how it can be difficult to keep the right perspective on why we do hard things. For a lot of people "easy" is the new "ri...
Mike and Robbie Interview Each Other
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We had some fun today with visiting some memories of our C26 Journey and facing some tough questions from each other. It's a glimpse into some of our ...
Imposter Syndrome
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you don't belong? Today we open up about how that affects us as coaches and athletes, along with those we coach. Triathlon can b...
Creative Training
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look at how things in the modern world affect training and more specifically our schedules. Working at home can create more time, but it adds...
Finding Your Sweet Spot
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're back from Nashville Camp and have a lot of observations. We get into growth, courage, and confidence, specifically as it comes to getting out of...
Listener Questions - Open Water Swim Focus
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today is mostly about swimming in open water, specifically how to be faster. How do you deal with the elements? Are you swimming straight, making micr...
Listener Q&A 6_20_22
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Great questions today from our listeners, but we start with attitude is a choice and how to gives ourselves little adjustments. Then we get into bike ...
Be Flexible on the F*ckaround
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All the algorithms in the world won't help if you don't do the work. And you must LOVE the work. When it comes to lang haul training, we need to minim...
Heat Training
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Once you get too hot, it's too late." Today we get into the challenges and benefits of heat training. We go into when and how to train, plus explain ...
Modern Tech Meets Old School Ways
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We catch some flack for giving Data a hard time, but the reality is, we like data, especially when it's practical. We also love RPE and effort trainin...
Make Your Minutes Count
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Robbie have settled in their new locations and focus on creating routine in the middle of chaos. They get into the concepts of simplicity, ri...
As We Move On – Listener Q&A
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Topics: Welcome back my friends to the show that never ends . . . Ozark & Peaky Blinders How to pick out a coach Navigating Aid Stations Coming b...
Listener Questions – Memorial Day 2022
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Topics: What's your sign? Millionaires and Billionaires Committing to the simple things Motivation Graph Relying on Consistency Just Show Up Is mov...
Do Hard Things
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"You begin saving the world by saving one person at a time; all else is grandiose romanticism or politics." – Charles Bukowski We start with thought...
Chatt 70.3 Recap (2022)
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We had a great weekend here in Chattanooga with over 50 athletes racing. Today, we look back on the event and give you some insight into why you may h...
Chatt 70.3 Part 2 – Don't Overthink It
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Note: Be sure to stop by the C26 Tent at the Ironman Chattanooga 70.3 expo. Today is sort of part 2 for Chattanooga 70.3 with a heavy emphasis o...
Ironman Chattanooga 70.3 - PREVIEW
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
First note, if you're racing here, please stop by and say hi at our booth in the Ironman Expo Friday and Saturday. Mike and Robbie will be there. We h...
Anatomy of a Tough Race – St. George Part 2
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We dig a little deeper into St. George, and today's focus is on the Age Group Athlete experience. We break down the bike, the wind, the heat, and the ...
Anatomy of Tough Race – St. George Part 1
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We had a great time and learned a lot watching the Ironman World Championship at St. George and have a lot to talk about. Today we look at the overall...
Ironman St. George Preview 2022
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are super pumped about Ironman World Championships in St. George. It's fresh, it's new for everyone, and the course will be a big challenge for pro...
Great Is The Enemy of Good
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we look at how a triathlete's approach and thought patterns affect them over the long run. Almost like getting faster without trying so hard. Tr...
Tough Lessons from Ironman Texas
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ironman is never easy and Texas 2022 was no exception. Today we go over lessons learned and how they can be applied to any race. We look at dealing wi...
Being Vulnerable – A Tribute to Kona
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This was a tough one to do as Coach Robbie says goodbye to his best buddy, Kona. The bond between a man and his dog runs deep, and today Robbie shares...
Ironman Texas 2022 Preview
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we focus on Ironman Texas strategy, but this podcast is great for anyone racing an Ironman, especially when it's hot. We always talk about not o...
Energy Efficient Racing
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We start by looking at our "big" training weekends and what we learned. It turns into an interesting discussion about energy expenditure during a race...
More Listener Questions
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Peaking, Burning Matches, Taper, Open Water Swimming. More great questions from listeners, including how close together can an athlete burn matches on...
Listener Q&A
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Back in Chattanooga with some great questions from the listeners. Fueling for Ironman bike, Heart Rate variability in sleep, HR testing, how much and ...
Welcome To Panic Season
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Race Season is here and it's easy to get caught up in the things you didn't do, but we're here to tell you, you've done hard work and what matters is ...
Finding Your Race Edge
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Races can unfold as a series of flight or fight episodes, so how will you deal? Not giving too much, but not giving too little is a fine line, so it's...
#569 – Training Is Trajectory
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"I am not interested in how much somebody is doing? I am very interested in how they're doing it because that's what changes the quality of who we are...
#568 – The Training Roller Coaster
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of triathletes seem to be more comfortable climbing out of holes versus climbing the actual mountain. Why do we set traps and get caught in shor...
#567 – Follow Your Heart
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's a workout, race, or big life decision, following your heart is usually a good rule of thumb. Doing what makes you happy is the key to fee...
#566 – The Biggest Enemy Is In Our Head
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone can come up with an excuse, but people who thrive in life figure out ways to get things done. Triathlon comes down to being a strong, durable a...
#565 – Confident and Comfortable on Race Day
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes athletes have higher ceilings, but potential for lower bottoms. The most successful athletes stay in the middle. Today is about staying on Y...
#564 – Racing Is Pacing
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pacing is an art and we can all get better. Today, we get into changing and acclimating to the conditions and learning more from your workouts. We tal...
#563 – Trust The Process
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The truth is, you don't want to lose your race in the training. Today we look at the correlation between over-training and under-recovering. We get in...
#562 – Nothing To Lose
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine if, like basketball in March Madness, this race might be the last triathlon of your life. How would you handle the pressure? Would you have a ...
#561 – A Deeper Dive Into Your "Why"
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The reasons we do triathlon tends to change and it's good to explore the questions. What makes you happy and feel good? Today, we look at how our why ...
#560– Paper Tigers and The Seasons Change
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Racing should feel like "business" as usual so it's up to us to create race situations ahead of time. Today we get into the differences between traini...
#559 – Work Hard To Make It Easier
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Training is about working harder to make the race easier. Today we look at how to work on things that matter so you can race on the offensive. We also...
#558 – Strong and Durable Equals Faster
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can we get our old speed back? And is that even the right way to think about faster racing? Today, we look at how to think about racing and what being...
#557 – Engage With Life
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel rigid or low-key anxiety about life, training, or your job? Is it hard to "go off script" and just let go? Today, we get into why the driv...
#556 – Don't Be Soft - Confident, Strong, Satisfied
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we have to have tough conversations with ourselves. Are we being too soft? Or do we have to dig deeper and figure out what the real problem ...
#555 – The Guilt of Missing Workouts or Life
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohhhhh the guilt. Let's get this shit taken care of once and for all…..Do we miss a workout, or miss fun with our family and friends? The triathlete...
#554 – You Just Gotta Do It Once
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Off a great, but tough weekend at Run Camp, we reflect on how and when to push and why it's important to have fun in your life and training. We talk a...
#553 – Your Intrinsic Zone
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Flipping that switch" gets harder over time, so today we look at how you can more consistently be in your "intrinsic zone" so things feel right. We t...
#552 – Holding Pace and Effort
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Holding pace and effort are probably one of the greatest skills you can master in triathlon. Today, we look at how that correlates to your bike power,...
#551 – The Stuff That Matters
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a clear understanding of your goals? How will 20 extra minutes today matter 4 months from now? Today is about the ability to enjoy your tr...
#550 – How Training Mistakes Add Up
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It may seem like a simple mistake, but it can snowball if you don't stop it in its tracks. Today, we look at knowing and accepting our tendencies. We ...
#549 – Solutions over Problems
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Be your biggest fan. Let out the problem, but find the solution. This sport is all about momentum and having today set the stage for tomorrow. Stop pu...
#548 – Listener Questions 3.0 PART 2
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Back to the listeners for some more GREAT questions. We talk about appropriate soreness and fatigue, the Rules of 20, Zone Blending, and how to stay o...
#547 – Listener Q&A 3.0
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This might be the best group of questions we've had. Strategy for adding extra races. Racing yourself into shape. Going longer than planned workouts. ...
#546 – Do It Now
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The little decisions we make each day set the tone for our lives. Happy and Healthy are the goals and depend on which way those decisions fall. Traini...
#545 – Prisoners of the Future
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel the pressure of too much going on? That anxious feeling is getting out of the moment. Today, we look at how that affects training and how we...
#544 – Pat on the Back or Kick in the Ass?
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a little pat on the back or kick in the ass, depending on how you look at it. It's basically about not living in problems that don't exist. I...
#543 – Clear Your Path For Success
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! Today, we look at creating a path for success. We talk about why we thrive on routine, why energy is everything, and creating momentum...
#542 – Time To Stop Making Excuses
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The truth is, success in triathlon is up to you. Today we talk about transitioning from a long holiday season into 2022 with a no excuses attitude. We...
#541 – Your January Plan of Attack
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A great race season starts with a smart and reasonable plan. Today, we go through 5 ways to start thinking about January and how it will help you stay...
#540 – The Puzzle of Training for 3 Sports
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You want to hit the next level, but what should you put more work into, swim, bike, or run? Today we look at ways to figure out where you should inves...
#539 – Listener Questions 12-16-21
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get off the Hamster Wheel of training? Best workouts for traveling. How often should you get a bike fit? The most overlooked thing in triat...
#538 – Listener Questions and Answers 12-13-21
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You drive the podcast today with questions from our Facebook Group. How do you balance aging with a PR mindset? Winter running. Total Immersion Swimmi...
#537 – How To Not Suck At Swimming #8
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Getting faster, stronger, and more comfortable in the water are some of the biggest challenges for triathletes. Today, we go through a ton of ways for...
#536 – Age Is A Mindset
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the mind plays a big part in training and racing, so it's really up to us to get the negative voices out of our heads. Today, we look at g...
#535 – This Doesn't Have To Be Complicated
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We hear it all the time, "Coach, I'm not getting faster." Tracking your improvement isn't always easy because process can drag on, but you shouldn't h...
#534 – 2022 – The Year Of You
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
December is the time to set up the next year. The Year of You. What kind of micro decisions can we make to stay on the right track? How do we handle d...
#533 – December Rules
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Train so you can train like you need to train. Today, we look at the "toughest" training month of the year, December. We want all our athletes to do w...
#532 – Why Gratitude Makes You Happy, Healthy, and Strong
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For some, training is a grind, but others seem to enjoy every minute of it. What's the differentiator? Today, we look at what Coach Robbie has learned...
#531 – Training Should GIVE You Energy . . . not take it away
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you want to get out of life? In many ways, this is a podcast to inspire you to go after what you really want, and let triathlon HELP that proc...
#530 – Simmer Before You Boil
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a mindful athlete or rushing to get through the training? This tends to be the Yo-Yo season and today we talk about the most important things ...
#529 – Run Base, Strength, Speed, Form, Plus, Nutrition, Weight Loss and Swim
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We start by looking at nutrition and weight loss in triathlon. How to think about it and do it correctly. Then we have a lot of running talk. We get i...
#528 – Ironman Is Never Easy
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ironman Florida reminded us of the importance of solid swim training, so much of today's cast is about swimming, but we also get into Ironman mindset ...
#527 – Listener Questions and Answers!
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You drive the podcast today with some great questions. Off-season nutrition, on course nutrition, when should you back off and train your body to use ...
#526 – Regression and Depression Traps
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is actually a positive vibe, but we know Halloween can kick off the "excuse period" for a lot of athletes. Candy around the house, Thanksgiving f...
#525 – A Long-Term Relationship With Your Health
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us have long-term relationships with a particular race, but how many have long-term relationships with our health? Today, we look at clarifyin...
#524 – Create Challenge and Lean Into Life
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2020 forced and taught a lot of people to lean into the side of taking the easy road. Today we get into why it's more important than ever to do hard t...
#523 – Finding Joy in the Mundane
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We start with weekend race talk and how to race in bad weather. What to wear and how to prepare for a tough race. Then we get into the good stuff. Sus...
#522 – The Process is the Reward
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever deal with unexplainable lows after a big race? Today we look at why that probably happens, why what most of us do about it as wrong, and a better...
#521 – Micro Goals – Running
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you REALLY get faster at running in triathlon. Today, we go through all the smart, small, and important steps. As we know, Ironman is usually m...
#520 – Micro Goals – Bike Focus
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Being strong, fast and relaxed on the bike takes work, but today we give you some great off-season fuel to build your bike confidence and be faster in...
#519 – Micro Goals – Swim Focus
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While this one is mainly about swimming and getting faster in the water, there are a lot of things that transfer into training for bike and run. We ta...
#518 – Uncover Your Off-Season "Why"
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the pursuit of figuring yourself out. What makes you tick, how does triathlon complement and support your life. Where do you want to go from h...
#517 – Reaching Your Next Level
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We really enjoyed this one. We start with what you should be doing after your big race, then dig deep into what keeps us motivated outside of the race...
#516 – Ironman Chattanooga 2021 - Recap
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With over 50 athletes on the course, including co-host, Mike, C26 Triathlon created a slew of memories at Ironman Chattanooga. The weather was perfect...
#515 – How to Race Ironman Chattanooga
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Finally, we welcome Ironman Chattanooga to our home town. Today we take you from the anxious moments pre-swim, through tactics for getting through the...
#514 – The Mind Games Inside Your Race
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The weather looks like it might be perfect for Ironman Chattanooga, but don't let that fool you. Ironman is always hard. Today we look at race strateg...
#513 – What To Do After Your Big Race
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We start with a little talk about Ironman World Championships possibly moving from Kona. Also, St. George, including pro predictions. Then we move ont...
#512 – Ironman Wisconsin 2021 Recap
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It was a long time coming, but Ironman Wisconsin was back in full force. We were once again reminded that IRONMAN IS HARD and it's easy to take that f...
#511 – How To Race Ironman Wisconsin
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We have a ton of experience with, and love, Ironman Wisconsin. Today we go through the most important factors for you to have a solid race. We look at...
#510 – Mental Toughness On Race Day
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No matter how well or poor training seems to be going, Race Day is an opportunity to arrange for your mental toughness to shine because, at some point...
#509 – Practice Not Quitting
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is all about being ready for, and handling, those tough moments in your race. Also, what to, and what not to buy before a race.There's a differen...
#508 – Give Yourself A Fender Bender
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Training doesn't have to (and shouldn't) leave you feeling demolished. Do you see glimpses of success? Then you're on the right track. We want to brea...
#507 – Training By Effort And Feel
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We know it's hot. Are you hydrating enough to take off the sun's edge? Today, it's all about how understanding your body, effort and feel make you tra...