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Kyle Buckingham has fast made a name for himself in the world of triathlon after winning Ironman Lake Placid 2014 in his first year as a pro and Ironmann Vineman in 2016. He still holds the Ironman Hawaii Age Group record with 8h37 set in 2013. After a disappointment in Kona last year (due to a mechanical issue on the bike), Kyle recently savoured the sweet taste of victory again by winning his home race: Ironman South Africa. You can follow Kyle on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Kyle’s sporting background
– His progress in the sport and career so far
– Transitioning from amateur to pro
– Training with Paul Laursen
– Winning his home race Ironman South Africa -
Flora Duffy is on track to become one of the greatest triathletes of all time. Not only is she a two-times ITU World Triathlon Series champion, she also has four Xterra World titles, two ITU Cross Triathlon World Championships and a couple of weeks ago she added a Commonwealth gold medal to the list. Seems the only thing missing is an Olympic title, but Tokyo 2020 is not that far of... You can follow Flora on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Flora's sporting background growing up in Bermuda
– Her progression in triathlon
– How racing people like Gwen Jorgensen made her a stronger athlete
– Winning the 2018 Commonwealth Triathlon gold medal
– Future goals and ambitions -
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Josh Sprague is the founder and CEO of Orange Mud hydration packs. Josh is a tech and gear guy who has spent years racing in ultramarathons, gravel races, Ironman triathlons, mountain bike and adventure races and traveling all over the globe in search of adventure. He started Orange Mud to change the way athletes such as runners and bikers look at hydration. You can follow Josh on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Josh's sporting background and career in endurance sports
– What drove him to start his business Orange Mud
– What it's like to see other people use a product you've designed
– Balancing work with training for endurance events and keeping a happy family -
Henri Schoeman is a South African triathlete who specialises in Olympic Distance racing. Henri grew up with aspirations of becoming an Olympic swimmer but switched to triathlon when it became clear that his shorter and lighter frame was more suitable for running than for swimming. Henri made his debut at the highest level – the World Triathlon Series - in 2013, but truely broke through in 2016 when he won the bronze medal at the Rio Games and won his first World Series race in Cozumel a couple of weeks later. After a difficult post Olympic year, Henri has had a flying start to 2018 with a solid win at the season opener in Abu Dhabi and the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games last week. You can follow Henri on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Henri's sporting background and progression in triathlon
– Dealing with injuries at the beginning of his career
– What his expectations were at the 2016 Rio Games
– Winning the 2018 season opener in Abu Dhabi
– Winning the 2018 Commonwealth Gold -
Rob Wilson is a passionate teacher to the core and a firm believer in the philosophy “it’s better to teach a person to fish.”. Rob comes from a background in martial arts and manual therapy, he is a member of Dr. Kelly Starret's MobilityWOD, the owner of Crossfit Virginia Beach and works as a coach at Power Speed Endurance, where he leads the Art of Breath clinics, a program developed to give participants an experience based understanding of how breathing can affect both short term performance and long term health. You can follow Rob on Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Rob's own sporting background
– Life lessons learned thanks to his background in martial arts
– Moving from martial arts into the Crossfit world
– Proper breathing for performance = free speed
– Bruce Lee and the importance of good teachers -
Ryan Munsey is a former bodybuilder, fitness model and gym-owner who now works as a writer, podcaster and performance consultant. He is considered a thought leader in the wellness and personal development space and has worked with professional and Olympic athletes, Navy SEALs and entrepreneurs - helping them optimize both their minds and their bodies. Ryan recently released his new book called F*ck Your Feelings and it’s a great dive into the neuroscience and the way our emotions work, with plenty of tips & tricks on how we can control our mind to achieve more and succeed in everything we do. You can follow Ryan on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Ryan's sporting background and career in bodybuilding
– Ryan's take on the best diet for endurance athletes
– Why it's a good idea to skip breakfast
– Why we should all buy a copy of his new book "F*ck Your Feelings"
– How to stay aware of our decision making proces -
Andy Blow is the founder and CEO of Precision Hydration. Andy has a degree in Sport and Exercise Science and was once the Team Sports Scientist for the Benetton/Renault F1 teams. He founded Precision Hydration to help athletes solve their hydration issues after finding out late in his own athletic career that his performance had been held back by hydration problems caused by his extremely salty sweat. He has a few top 10 Ironman and 70.3 finishes and an Xterra World Age Group title to his name. These days he regularly competes in endurance/adventure events such as the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Series. You can follow Andy on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Andy's sporting background and athletic career
– What led him to start his own business and start Precision Hydration
– Why athletes should take a sweat test to determine their hydration plan
– Should we drink to thirst or drink to a schedule
– Can too much electrolytes harm performance? -
Laura Siddall is a British professional triathlete who trains and competes around the world. After a successful age group career with multiple World Championship titles over the sprint and Olympic distance, Laura turned Pro in 2014 and stepped up to 70.3 and Ironman racing. She won her first full-distance Ironman race in Australia in May 2017 and recently claimed a second title at Ironman New Zealand. You can follow Laura on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Laura's sporting background and how she got into triathlon
– The decision to turn Pro after a succesfull career as an age grouper
– Working with Matt Dixon from Purple Patch Fitness
– Winning the 2018 Ironman New Zealand
– Her goals for 2018 and beyond -
Gwen Jorgensen is a professional triathlete turned marathon runner who resides in Portland, OR. She is a 2x Triathlon World Champion (2014, 2015), 17x ITU World Triathlon Series race winner and the 2016 Olympic Triathlon Champion. After winning the gold medal at the Rio Games and taking a year off racing to give birth to her son Stanley, Gwen announced late last year that she'll retire from triathlon to pursue a new goal: Olympic gold in the marathon in 2020. You can follow Gwen on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and Youtube.
In this interview we talk about:
– Gwen's sporting background and how she got into triathlon
– How she was able to dominate the sport from 2014 to 2016
– Her decision to retire from triathlon to focus on marathon running
– What it will take to make the US team and medal at the 2020 Games
– Dealing with outside pressure from the triathlon and running community -
Sarah Piampiano competed in her first triathlon in 2009 on a bet from a friend, and fell in love with the sport. Over the next the two years she made the journey from newbie triathlete to amateur champion, finishing as the top American amateur at the 2011 Hawaii Ironman. In 2012, she left her full-time position in finance and began competing as a professional under the guidance of Matt Dixon at Purplepatch Fitness, winning several 70.3 and full-distance Ironman titles since. You can follow Sarah on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Sarah's sporting background and how she got into triathlon
– What made her leave a well-paid job in finance and go pro as an athlete
– The differences between being an elite age-grouper and a pro
– Working with Matt Dixon as a coach
– Her 2018 schedule, goals and ambitions -
Eric Keeler is planning on running across the United States - solo and unsupported - to raise money for Spinal Research and create awareness of the effects of paralysis caused by injury to the spinal cord. Eric will be starting in April 2018 in Lubec, Maine on the Canadian border, traveling through 15 states and 11 major cities along the way, before finishing at the Mexican border in San Diego, California. You can follow Eric on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Eric's own background and how he got into running
– Where the idea came from to run across the U.S.
– The logistics behind such a trip
– Overcoming challenges along the way
– How we are able to support Eric and his cause -
Alex Hutchinson competed as a middle- and long-distance runner for the Canadian national team for more than 10 years. Today he is a columnist at Outside Magazine and writes the magazine's Sweat Science blog about the science of endurance sports. His new book "Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance" explores human endurance performance limits and how to push them further and further. You can follow Alex on Facebook and Twitter.
In this interview we talk about:
– Alex's own sporting background
– What made him drop his 1500m time from 4'01" to 3'43"
– His column "Sweat Science" in Outside Magazine
– His new book "Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance"
– The stretch on current running world records -
Stephen Hyde is the reigning U.S. cyclo-cross champion. Stephen believes in being a student of the sport in all aspects – physically, mentally and emotionally. You may have seen him race on the road or on mountain bikes but his true passion is cyclocross as it seems to fit well with his skill set on the bike, but also because it somehow strikes a chord on a deeper level. You can follow Stephen on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Stephen's sporting background and how he got into cyclo-cross
– His progression in the sport and mentorship by Jeremy Powers
– The difference between cyclo-cross racing in the U.S. and Belgium
– His relationship with 3x World Champion Wout Van Aert
– Future goals (Tokyo 2020) and ambitions -
Dave Jones is an unlikely endurance athlete who didn’t start running until his late 30's. Dave had quite a spectaculair 2017, traveling the world and the U.S.A. to set a World Record as the first man to complete a marathon in all 50 U.S. states and on every continent, including the unofficial continent of “Zealandia” in less than a year. Oh... and Dave hates running! You can follow Dave on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Dave's not so sporting background and how he got into running
– How an addictive personality leads to running 17 marathons in Dave's first year of running.
– Why he hates running
– Running 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents plus 50 marathons in all 50 US States in 1 year
– Future goals -
Tom Evans burst onto the ultrarunning scene last year, coming out of nowhere to finish 3rd in the iconic Marathon des Sables. Since then, Tom has recorded solid performances at the Eiger 101km and the CCC® in Chamonix and finished the 2017 season ranked third on the Ultra Trail World Tour. I caught up with Tom after his return home from the Coastal Challenge in Costa Rica, which he won in devastating fashion by claiming victory in all stages and setting a new course record. You can follow Tom on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Tom's sporting background and how he got into ultrarunning
– His 3rd place finish at the 2017 Marathon des Sables
– Some tips & tricks to look after your feet during the race
– His win ath the 2018 Coastal Challenge in Costa Rica
– Goals and ambitions for 2018 and beyond -
Rick Alexander is a military veteran and ultra endurance athlete but above all a human movement advocate. He is the author of Burn Your Couch and the host of LionHeart Radio, a book and podcast dedicated to the active lifestyle, maximizing human potential and overcoming adversity. You can follow Rick on Facebook and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Rick's own sporting background
– Rick's coaching business "Endurance Hacker" and training the hybrid athlete
– Project Motive: attacking our increasingly sedentary lifestyle
– Burn Your Couch, a manifesto for the average averse
– Balancing life and training -
Steve Magness is a runner, author, lecturer and performance coach to some of the top distance runners in the world. Known widely for his integration of science and practice, Steve has been on the forefront of innovation in sport. His first book "The Science of Running" was written for those of us looking to maximize our performance and get as close to our limits as possible. In his second book (Peak Performance), Steve provides usefull advice for people who want to improve their performance in all aspects of life. You can follow Steve on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Steve's running background and move into coaching
– What to look for when shopping for a running coach
– His favorite track & field distance and why
– How far we are from the limits of human athletic performance
– Why we should all order a copy of Peak Performance -
John McAvoy is a former high profile armed robber who has found redemption through the power of sport. Having broken both the British and World indoor rowing records whilst still in prison, he is now forging a new life as an endurance athlete, coach and speaker. John hopes that his story of rehabilitation can help inspire others to change their lives for the better. You can follow John on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– John's background growing up in London
– What made him tun his life around
– Balancing his training with his public speaking activities
– Achievements, goals and ambitions -
Tiffany Cromwell is one of Australia’s top female road cyclist on the international racing circuit. With victories in some of the biggest races around the world and part of many team successes, Tiffany is chasing her dream to become the best female cyclist in the world. I caught up with Tiffany during her team's training camp in Spain, where she is getting ready for the Spring Classics. You can follow Tiffany on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Tiffany's sporting background and rise in road cycling
– The pros and cons of the life of a pro cyclist
– The workings of a cycling team (training, nutrition,...)
– How women's cycling has evolved these last couple of years
– Achievements, goals and ambitions -
Heather Fell is a Beijing Olympic Silver Medallist in Modern Pentathlon, a discipline made up of five sports: épée fencing, pistol shooting, 200m freestyle swimming, show jumping and cross-country running. Since retiring in 2014, Heather has established a career in media, working as a commentator at the 2016 Rio Games and as a co-host of triathlon's biggest Youtube channel Global Triathlon Network. Last year, Heather made her Ironman debut in South Africa, where she immediately qualified for the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. You can follow Heather on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
In this interview we talk about:
– Heather's sporting background and career in modern pentathlon
– Her transition into triathlon
– Qualifying for Kona at Ironman South-Africa
– Her job as a co-host at Global Triathlon Network - Показать больше
