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Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes

Steven Brandes

Podcast by Steven Brandes

sports swimming

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40:45

#40. Ironman Champion: James Burke On His Training...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/09/15

James is one of the best age group triathletes and has the results to back it up winning world titles in short course to 70.3 to winning overall Ironman titles. James is a family man with 3 kids, a wife, and a full time job. He has to work in training early in the morning and after the kids go to bed. He is one of the most humbling, down to earth people you will meet. We talk about his Steelhead win, his training strategies for Kona, and how he measures success.

33:00

#39. Off Season Improvement and Low Motivation...

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2018/08/28

In this podcast, Coach Steve talks through: 1) If you are dealing with late season drops in motivation, how to fix them. 5 good tips of how to survive these drops 2) If you are entering your off season, how to approach it and not just waste your time 3) Analysis of the Pro Fields of 70.3 Worlds!

48:45

#38. IMWI 2019: How I Selected My Coach

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2018/08/23

It's ON! After a year off of Ironman and learning from my personal mistakes, I've hired a coach and ready to get down to business in accomplishing my best ever Ironman. Is 9:30 doable at Ironman Wisconsin in 2019? Can I swim 59', Bike 5:10, and Run 3:15? We will see! ----- Do you have questions you want me to answer? Submit them to the podcast for me to answer! ----- 1) I talk about what qualities I was looking for in my coach 2) How I didn't want to add input into my training, even though I am a

56:36

#37. Getting to Kona. Episode #1

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/08/16

In this episode, Coach Steve talks through the nuts and bolts of how one of his athletes qualified for Kona. This is going to be a new feature as other athletes like to hear about whats required to Kona Qualify. We dive into the swim, bike, and run training we did. The short term focus balanced with long term desire. And evaluating strengths and weakness. Also, Tucson Arizona camp information can be found here: https://www.insidethebigring.com/arizona-spring-camp/

01:10:55

#35. Interview with Dr. Simon Marshall, co-author of...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/05/30

This is a special podcast, an interview with PhD and co-author of The Brave Athlete, Calm the F*ck Down and Rise To The Occasion. Buy his book here: https://www.velopress.com/books/the-brave-athlete/ Check out his personal website here: http://www.braveheartcoach.com

21:44

#34. Whats Happening? Vol 3. NC Camp, Self Sabotage,...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/05/21

In this episode, Coach Steve talks about: 1) The upcoming North Carolina Camp. What each day will look like. How camps can be beneficial. 2) How to set up your goals for early season races. The mistake most people make 3) How people self sabotage their self when goals are too high 4) Dealing with heat!

28:40

#33. Whats Happening? Volume 2. Bike Fit,...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/05/09

In this epiosde we talk about: 1) Bike Fit and how lower isnt better 2) Errors made when transitioining from inside to outside riding 3) How to get the most of your Open Water Swimming

19:02

#32. Predictions Episode: Ironman Texas, WTS Bermuda,...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/04/27

In this Episode, Coach Steve puts out his predictions for Ironman Texas, WTS Bermuda, and St Anthonys Triathlon!

01:09:20

#31. Madison 70.3 Training, Pacing, Nutrition

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/04/19

In this podcast, Coach Steve is talking with the Ann Arbor Triathlon Club about the upcoming Madison 70.3 event. Its hilly, twisty, and hot! The audio can be quiet at time as this is recording from Skype.

26:57

#30. Whats Happening? Volume 1

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/04/17

Whats happening in the triathlon scene? Coach Steven Brandes talks about it. Boston Marathon recap! Lucy Charles vs Daniella Ryf? Ben Kaunte's Best Path For Success? Olympics vs 70.3? Tim Don at Boston Marathon Alistair Brownlee's Chances at 70.3 Worlds and Kona?

17:01

#29. Jan vs Lionel Oceanside Recap. Ironman South...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/04/14

A big race from Jan and Frodeno at Oceanside last weekend. We also preview Ironman South Africa that's happening this weekend.

14:06

#28. When To Use Swim Paddles

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/04/14

In this episode, Coach Steve talks about when to use swim paddles in training! What paddles to use? What kind of sets to do with paddles? Also, you can find the video version of this on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naplNt14vqU&feature=share

25:16

#27. Predictions: 70.3 Oceanside, 70.3 Galveston,...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/04/04

Some BIG racing happening this weekend! 70.3 Oceanside 70.3 Galveston ITU Commonwealth Games! ----- Jan vs Sanders? Holly Lawrence dominate Oceanside? Ben Kaunte vs Starky vs Kienle? Brownlee dominate again?

22:16

#26. Selecting the Best Cadence for Triathlon

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/04/03

In this episode, Coach Steve discusses the testing he did that helped him determined which cadences were most efficient for triathlon.

22:21

#25. Pool to Open Water, How to Prepare!

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/03/27

In this episode, Coach Steve talks about things you can be doing to better prepare you to swim in open water!

01:14:25

#24. Interview with ITU Superstar: Matt McElroy

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2018/02/01

In this interview, Steve interviews ITU athlete, Matt McElroy. Matt is one of the best American ITU athletes on the circuit. Matt holds a 10k personal best in the 28 minutes, a Duathlon World Championship, and multiple World Cup Podiums! We talk about: -How Matt has progressed his swim training from barely being able to swim 2:00 100 yards to 1:05 yard pace. -What it's like training in a world class training environment. -How hard ITU racing really is! -How Matt trains low running mileage but still

37:10

#23. Off Season Testing and 3 Must Do Bike Workouts

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2017/12/12

This episode Steve talks about what kind of bike testing you should be doing this off season to get the most bang for your buck and help you understand what type of athlete you are, High or Low Force. --- The second portion Steve talks through the training peaks article he wrote about cycling workouts to do this winter that will help you run faster off the bike this summer. --- 4 Week FREE Plans and more! https://www.trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/Steven%20Brandes

21:10

#22. Sweet Spot Bike Training w/ IMWI Champion Dani...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2017/12/12

In this episode we talk about Sweet Spot bike training and how you should implement it at different times of the year, especially the off season! ---- If you are looking to jump start your training this off season i've built some pre built training plans on training peaks! There are even some FREE 4 week starter plans. Take a look! https://www.trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/Steven%20Brandes https://www.trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/Steven%20Brandes

01:01:26

James Burke- ITU & 70.3 World Champion and IMFL &...

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2017/11/22

James Burke is the man... seriously. Husband, Father of 3, Ironman 70.3 World Champion, ITU AG World Champion, 2X KONA Podium Athlete, IRONMAN Florida and Kentucky Overall Champion. And he has only been in the sport of triathlon since 2012-2013! He talks about his progression, training, and love for riding on Zwift! Please rate the show on iTunes or Googleplay through your desktop or your smart phone, it would mean alot!

37:45

2017 Ironman Florida Women's Champion- Elyse Gallegos

Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes ·

2017/11/10

In this episode, Steve interviews the 2017 Ironman Florida Women's Champion Elyse Gallegos! Elyse had a banner year placing 13th at the 70.3 World Championships, 5th place (PODIUM!) at Ironman World Championships, and her WIN at Ironman Florida! This was a fantastic interview! Elyse didn't grow up swimming, biking, and running. She grew up playing soccer and ballet... now she is an Ironman Champion!

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