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PODCAST

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast

Crushing Iron is an age grouper and his coach talking and learning about triathlon. Together they explore the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual side of training and racing everything from a Sprint to an Ironman. Great for beginners and intermediates triathletes. Released every Monday and Thursday.

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59:20

#902 – Do The Little Things Right

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2026/01/21

Today, we start by looking at the way Indiana built a program that seemingly came out of nowhere to win the National Title. It wasn't an accident and you can build yourself in the same way. And that process starts now. We'll look at micro gains and goals and how they stack up over time. We look at long term consistency vs. short term bursts and why the former is always better. We talk about just "knowing" when you're getting better vs. depending on numbers. We look at aiming low and getting things

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50:12

#901 – Information Overload and How It Affects Training

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2026/01/15

Let's just stop for a minute and think about the endless choices we have and how they can overwhelm us. Ever get that feeling like you need to get in shape before you go to the gym? We talk about the rabbit hole of hacks and how it can lead to action paralysis. We talk about how to structure your mind for the right "why." We look at why getting one percent better each day is a great strategy, but why it's so tough to stick with. Training should be about much more than a time goal, it should be

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57:14

#900 – Understanding Your Fatigue

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Today we get into understanding fatigue and what it means. Is it in your head or your body? Lungs or legs? It all matters and it's important for you to be able to recognize and adjust so that you can get the most out of your sessions or simply get off the couch. We look at different signs in swimming, cycling, and running that show fatigue and sort of look at the "seriousness" of each and how to roll right through it. Topics: Triathlete Tattoos Gross pics sent to coaches Reading books or faking it

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01:01:14

#899 – One Speed Wonders

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2026/01/08

Stuck in the same gear? Not happy with your race speed? It might mean you need more work on being responsive. How do you build another gear? Glad you asked. Today, we get into why triathletes often feel stuck at the same speed and how to break the cycle. We look at swimming, biking, and running and give some thought on how to create more of a range, especially when you need it. Going fast can feel good and fun, but sometimes our Zone 4 effort equals our Zone 2 speed in a race. Today, we look at

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01:00:27

#898 – Empty Your Cup

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Is it possible that we're carrying too much in our cup? Today we talk about approaching the year with a solid, focused, and consistent plan. It's so easy to want to add more, but there's real power in stripping things down, creating simplicity and getting rid of things that don't serve our purpose. We look at building routines and patterns that will help take care of our long term goals. We look at listening to and understanding our body by effort. We talk distractions, racing free, and carrying

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01:11:32

#897 – Moderating The Holidays and Being Ready To...

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/12/17

These next few weeks are tricky and today we look at how to get the most from them. Society has created an addictive nature in us and what's coming at you will be no easy task, but there are definitely ways to navigate the holidays and keep your training moving toward a great 2026. Take one and give the rest away! Moderation will be your best weapon both in training and at the snack table. Don't always assume that heavy breathing and sore legs means you're getting better. Keep things simple and

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55:07

#896 – What It REALLY Takes To Hit Your Race Goal

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/12/11

Robbie talks about a lot of stuff and Mike's not really sure what's going on. And vice versa, probably. ---------- Get some C26 Gear for Christmas: https://c26triathlon.com/shop/ Looking for a great way to empower your training, explore your limits, and exist in the moment? Check out C26 Adventure Camps for 2026! http://watersharpensiron.com Want to build strength and conquer the water? Look into our swim camps at C26Hub.com Looking for triathlon coaching? Comb through our roster at

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52:57

#895 – This Is YOUR Journey . . . Make It Count

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/12/09

Are you making your days count? Is triathlon your fuel for life or is life your fuel for triathlon? It's easy to put too much pressure on ourselves with a precise target, but the truth is, going inward and staying the course will take care of most of it. We owe it to ourselves to get the most out of triathlon and life but only have so much bandwidth to always be in "chase mode." Today we look at ways to pull back the external and focus more on making real, internal improvements, which ultimately

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01:00:23

#894 – Rewire How You Think About Training

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/12/04

Is there is a small mental shift we can make to turn training from a pain into something we look forward to on a deeper level? We think the answer is yes, and today we look at how to make that happen. It starts with believing what you're doing is a good thing for the body and mind. There's also a lot of power in patience. Knowing that today's little step will compound with many other things to get you where you want to go. It's not about the finish line, it's about exploring your true potential, no

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59:30

#893 – Listener Questions

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/12/02

Today the listener controls the show! We talk about building bike strength to be a better climber. We get into how to fall in love with the trainer and the treadmill this winter. We also look at strengths and weaknesses. How do you define them and decide where to put the most work. We get into swimming and how much you should be doing it. Some of the best drills and things to think about. Also, finding your swimming economy and body position. We also look at controlling your breath on the run and

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56:31

#892 – Real Change Comes At A Price

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Happy Thanksgiving from C26 and all of our coaching staff! ***Check out the C26 Store and use Code: C26Xmas for 15% off your shopping! We can't ask for change and expect everything to be the same. The comfort of the old world with the excitement of the new one. Wanting both creates pain and suffering. Today, we look at listening to how you feel and finding what the true you inside really wants. We get into burnout and how to avoid it. We talk about greatness, loving yourself, and finding calm in

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01:00:47

#891 – What Do You REALLY Want From Triathlon?

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/11/18

Is your REAL goal to be fast, healthy, or just have a good time with training and racing? Today, we talk about why it's important to define your true aspirations in the sport so you can come to an internal agreement with yourself as the year rolls on. It's not uncommon for athletes to go through an identity crisis many times a year. We get into some of our personal struggles as we look at finding our sweet spot with training, racing, and life. We also look at clashing value systems and how that can

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01:05:16

#890 – The Psychology of A Day Off

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/11/13

Going HARD is easy to understand, but taking rest for recovery of your mind and body can sometimes create guilt. Why do we think like that? Today, we dive into the psychology of taking a day, or two, off when our body needs it. We also talk about getting trapped in upper Zone 2 and how that can often turn into Zone 3 which is wearing you down far more than you think. We look at junk miles and asked if they really are junk, or if they're something more than we think. We talk flexibility, pliability,

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56:50

#889 – Ironman 70.3 World Championship - Courage to...

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/11/11

Today we look at the Ironman 70.3 World Championship weekend. We break down each event, including the unbelievable comebacks for Lucy and Taylor, along with the wild 3 second separation finish in the men's. We talk coming back from a bad race and turning it back on again. Having a short memory and the ability to let it rip. Great discussion about what the pros are doing and how it applies to you! ----------- Looking for a great way to empower your training, explore your limits, and exist in the

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55:26

#888 – Zone Zero

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/11/06

We can't go hard all the time. Movement is medicine and those movements should have different speeds. Today we get into Zone Zero or active recovery or supplemental movement. It doesn't matter what you call it, it's a key piece of the big picture puzzle. And often it doesn't even include motion directly related to triathlon. We'll go over simple ways to ensure longevity and even race better by giving your recovery the attention it deserves. ----------- Looking for a great way to empower your

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59:51

#887 – Learn To Love The Process

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/11/04

Are you giving enough love to the process? Today, we look at what the process is and why it's really the way ti get better and get more out of life and triathlon. We point out that when you are "looking forward" to simple aerobic runs and rides you're probably in a good place. We can't rush our way through process to get to performance. It's all tied together and the process can become your healthy addiction and keep you away from burnout. Let's all make the goal to end 2025 like you want to begin

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01:07:17

#886 – Max Flexibility Season

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/10/31

Don't turn triathlon into a job you hate. Now is the time to embrace flexibility and work on being healthy, happy, and a more resilient athlete. Today we look at the toughest times of the year and how to use them to your advantage. We also get into how gratitude makes us faster. We talk about keeping an eye on how far you've come. We talk maintaining vs. losing and how your body will thank you on race day. We talk about why overly specific interval training is overrated. We look at burn out and how

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58:13

#885 – Heart Rate, Power, or RPE?

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/10/23

Today we look at the three dominant metrics in triathlon: Heart Rate, Power, and RPE. Which one is right for you, and does that answer change with different variables? We look at things like time of the day, time of the year, and adjusting based on how you feel. We tackle questions like intensity vs. volume and look at different scenarios depending on if you’re racing an Ironman or something shorter. We talk Vo2 max and look at whether or not you should even be thinking about it. And we also get

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58:32

#884 – Freedom Meets Discipline

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/10/16

Motivation is fleeting. How do we train and live in such a way that we’re looking forward to what’s next? Not down the road in 10 months, but what’s next today and tomorrow? Today, we look at finding a good combination of freedom within the discipline. Do you buy in to your direction or are you struggling with understanding the real goals? Do you have conviction for what you’re chasing? Topics: Favorite Holidays Four reels per week? What’s the top thing to do right now? Put your shoes on and go We

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56:48

#883 – Kona 2025 Recap

Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast ·

2025/10/14

What a race! Today we go through our observations of the Kona Women’s World Championship. We start with some intriguing swim strategies, get into decision making on the bike, and look at what might have gone wrong from the leaders in the run. It was a fascinating day and we get into the concept of going wire to wire. Mental pressure. Working together. How smart can you be. And why it clearly ain’t over till it’s over. Topics: 100 Milers Spoiler alert It ain’t over til it’s over Lucy Charles Barclay

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