Month: May 2023

Rockstar: Mason Fruit

by fullcircle, posted in ROCKSTARS

Rockstar: Mason Fruit

Coaches Notes:

Mason called me up, telling me he had three 70.3 races on the books for 2023, and I knew my 16-week Triathlon Transformation program would be perfect for getting him across the finish line faster than ever in the first one (Florida 70.3 in Panama City), and a rinse and repeat program for the next two.

If you have been following me, you know how much I encourage my athletes to get strong and fast before going long.

That is precisely what we did with Mason. First, we did all of his assessments and testing since he is not a local athlete. This is how I get to know you as an athlete and correct your technique and teach you HOW to TRAIN using your individual cardiovascular testing and training zones. We use the information from the assessments to create your training program. We also create your Map to your A Race with shorter distance races to get good at racing!.

We started first with racing a sprint triathlon, then an International, and we also included Swim Miami – both the 800 and 1-mile races, in which he swam the mile faster than the 800 after getting a good warm-up in on the 800!

Racing in these shorter distance races is essential to practice the skills and drills and pacing he was doing in training in race settings.

The result for the first 70.3 is a 6:09

So proud of your success so far, Mason! Let’s get even faster and stronger for the next two!

What is your age?
26

What is your profession?:
Electrical Engineer

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I wanted results faster than I was seeing training on my own. I am new to the sport, don’t know too many people in the community, and was looking for a coach. At the right time, I went to Coach Errine’s clinic before Miami Man last year. I liked her holistic approach to training and triathlon.

What is your “A” race for this season?
I have 3 “A” races – IM 70.3 in Gulf Coast, 70.3 in Santa Cruz, and 70.3 Arizona

What are your BIG goals?
I would love to start finishing in the top 10% in my age group at 70.3s. Still, a long way to go – but I’m having a lot of fun and making progress. Now want to keep it going!

Tell me about your successes so far!
IM 70.3 Gulf Coast went great for me. I was very happy with both my time and how I felt.

What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. Please include any Personal Records and Goals achieved.
Swim – I learned how. I really didn’t know proper technique, body position, stroke mechanics, breathing, head position, hip rotation. If you don’t believe me, ask Coach Errine I’m sure she can attest I truly was at the beginner level šŸ˜‰
Bike – I gained a lot of confidence riding outside and fueling without stopping. Before training with FC, I would stop every 10ish miles to drink and fuel.
Run – I cut ~1min/mile off of my 10k pace/13.1 pace over Olympic and 70.3 distances (and have the race numbers to prove it!)
Nutrition – I added some calories to my water bottle and made a nutrition plan that I trained with. This worked wonders – no “ick” during the races!

Name 2 or 3 things that have made the biggest difference in your journey:

1. Learning how to swim properly
2. Knowing I’m able to improve at a fast rate
3. Staying consistent

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
Having a competitive outlet that is healthy, on my own time, builds character, and allows me to travel around going to events.

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
You’ll surprise yourself with how quickly it will help you get the results you are capable of! And you will get 100% of the support you need from a great group!

Erinne Guthrie has been a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing, and coaching triathletes since 1997. She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Masterā€™s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

One of the Quickest Ways to Nutrition Success

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Nutrition

One of the quickest ways to nutrition success

One of the tried and true methods for gaining control of your food, your body, and your life is to write down what you eat.

Having coached hundreds of people on their nutrition and fitness, I know that people almost ALWAYS underestimate how much they eat and overestimate how much water they drink.

When you write it down, you face that reality!

Now, hereā€™s the thingā€¦

You canā€™t just write it down at the end of each day or once every 3 days and expect it to work. It takes accountability in that moment.

When you try to recall, you forget things ā€“ itā€™s inevitable.

So, Iā€™m giving you a template that you can use to track exactly what youā€™re putting into your body. Print it out and use it to your advantage! This will give you a truly accurate picture of what youā€™re doing so that you can assess yourself and move closer to achieving the results you desire for your health and your body.

Here’s the link to download your free nutrition log template, andĀ as always, if you need further support, Iā€™m here for you!

I use this template with all of my Nutrition and Triathlon Transformation Clients so we both get an accurate idea of where we can make positive changes. Learn more about it all the details of my Nutrition Essentials 6 week group or Individual course.

Yours in Health,
Coach Erinne Guthrie
786-586-6057

Set the Bar High for Yourself While Managing Your Expectations

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Set the bar high for yourself while managing your expectations

Setting big, scary goals is exciting.

But itā€™s also quickly disheartening too many times when we fail to support our efforts by managing expectations. Most of the time, the problem isnā€™t that the goal is too big or grandiose. Itā€™s that weā€™re not setting reasonable expectations about reaching it.

Hereā€™s an example thatā€™s super-oversimplified to make the point.

Suppose youā€™re 25 pounds overweight and decide to lose that much through exercise and eating right.

Is that a reasonable goal?

Absolutely!

Now, letā€™s say you want to lose 25 pounds in two weeks.

Is that a realistic expectation?

Absolutely not!

And yet I hear from people all the time who want to do something like this in such a tight timeframe.

Look, expectations are the mother of all disappointments. But setting goals and setting on a well-charted course to reach them?

Well, thatā€™s how you get where you want to go.

Donā€™t change the desired destination. Just pick the right path.

I’ve been hosting my FREE 4-Day Nutrition Reset Challenge this week which is a GREAT way to start on the right path to healthier nutrition choices and ultimately a healthier you.

If you’re ready to kickstart your transformation journey it’s not too late to join! Click this link to sign up, and you can even watch all the Facebook LIVES I’ve done this week about the program right inside our Triathlon Obsessed Facebook group.

Click here to sign up for my FREE 4-Day Nutrition Reset Challenge ā€” it’s not too late!

Success is a Decision

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Success is a Decision

Some people say, ā€œSuccess is a journey, not a destination.ā€ And while I agree with that, I also think success is something else.

Success is a decision.

Thatā€™s right. In building healthy habits, in achieving goals, in workā€¦ whatever: We choose our own results.

Iā€™m often asked how to succeed at something ā€“ like, losing a certain amount of weight, for example. The solution is simple: Decide youā€™re going to do it.

Hereā€™s what I mean ā€“ or, rather, what I donā€™t mean.

  • You donā€™t get what you want by waiting for it to happen magically
  • You donā€™t get what you want by hoping someone gives it to you
  • You donā€™t get what you want by quitting when it gets difficult or takes longer than youā€™d like

Instead, success comes from:

  1. Understanding your motivations
  2. Doing your research and choosing appropriate goals
  3. And then committing ā€“ really committing ā€“ to do whatever is necessary

Thatā€™s what successful people do. They donā€™t rely on talent, hope, or good luck, although those things can play a part.

But even the rare few who are talented, hopeful, and lucky also plan smartly and work hard. 

They adopt a championā€™s mindset and learn to stay above their emotions while accepting that doubt and missteps are part of the deal. 

And they build consistent habits that often take time to pay off.

Success isnā€™t just ONE decision but a constant effort to make the next positive choice.

If you can say yes, then youā€™re halfway there.

4-Day Nutrition Reset Challenge Starts May 15 – 18 @11 am

Does this sound like YOU? 

  • You struggle to know what to eat, how much, and what combination of foods to eat. 
  • Youā€™re not sure if the exercise/training youā€™re doing will produce the results desired. 
  • Youā€™re confused by all the conflicting information on the internet, diet books, and magazine articles? 
  • You struggle with the motivation you need to get started and the accountability you need to keep you going.

If so, weā€™ve got you covered! 

My client Heather joined me in a prior reset and lost 5 pounds in the week we were together by implementing my suggestions. 

Join me for a FREE 4-Day Nutrition Reset Challenge!
Starts May 15 – 18 @ 11:00 AM

You’ll learn how to develop strong habits to keep you going, start losing fat immediately, and move toward owning the confidence you deserve! 

This reset is for everyone, not just triathletes. 

We will review daily nutrition as well as tips for training and racing.

Being leaner and stronger is always going to allow for better performance.

Register for the FREE Nutrition Reset Challenge!

Rockstar Runner: Dylan Boone

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, ROCKSTARS, Ultimate Tri Camp

Rockstar Runner: Dylan Boone

Coach Notes:

I was psyched when Dylan said he wanted to train for the Miami 13.1. We met at Athletix rehab because that is our partner for all our physical therapy with our athletes.

As more of a strength athlete, he did not know what he did not know about HOW to run properly and efficiently for endurance.

We immediately started with his run video analysis, evaluation, and the 1-mile run test since he already had so much fitness.

He hit all his training and had to work on less ground reaction time and cadence with the run drills at the track workouts and we needed to add a lot more nutrition to hit all his long runs!

Congratulations, Dylan- You are a Rockstar Runner, and your results speak for themselves!

I await the call when you decide to join my triathlon program! Let’s do it! šŸ˜‰

Dylan’s Results: 1-mile test from 6:54 to 5:55 and his first 13.1 in 1:49!

Age: 27

Profession: Physical Therapist at Athletix Rehab

Why you chose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I needed guidance on the proper way to train for endurance.

My background is in sports performance training for anaerobic sports, so I needed a coach who was educated in aerobic training and cardiovascular adaptations. I was fortunate enough to be introduced to Erinne at Athletix and decided to choose her as my coach.


What is your “A” race for this season?
Currently undecided on a race for this year, but I completed my first Miami Half Marathon this past January 2023 and will make it an annual race.


Please share your BIG goals:
I would love to get involved in triathlon training this year. Completing a Sprint Triathlon or Olympic Triathlon is a possibility for me.


Tell me about your successes so far:
Completing my first Miami Half Marathon in 1:49 and the Miami Runway 5K in 23:21.


What were some of your biggest Improvements in performance in your running?
Each week was an improvement while I was training for the half marathon. My metrics improved every month. I significantly improved my mile test time in my 4 month training program.

I started at a 6:54/1-mile test and achieved a 5:55/ 1-mile test just before the half marathon.

I used to suffer from a runnerā€™s knee, but with Erinneā€™s coaching on my running form, technique, and my physical therapy background, I got rid of all those symptoms and am running pain-free.


Name 2 or 3 things that have made the biggest difference in your journey:
1. Coaching: I believe there is no way to train for these races without a coach by your side. I would not have been able to determine my levels of progression, when to increase or decrease intensity, or monitor how my body was feeling without Erinneā€™s guidance throughout this process.

2. Community: Having a group of people to train with is very important. The FullCircle team is very welcoming, and I enjoyed my workouts with them. There is also a big running community in Miami. I was able to meet and train with many new people I have been able to build relationships with. Having people to run with is always nice, especially when motivation is lacking a little bit.


What excites you the most about being involved in running/ triathlon?
The potential for growth and pushing my body to new limits.


What would you say to someone on the fence about joining our training program?

You can try it to see if you like it. If you do, you can continue. If you donā€™t like it, itā€™s not for everyone, but at least you tried. I never thought I would run a half marathon, but I am glad I did and want to do it again!

Curious about what is possible for you and your running?

Use this link to schedule your Run Breakthrough Session today.

Erinne Guthrie has been a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing, and coaching triathletes since 1997. She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Masterā€™s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.