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It’s O.K. to be Afraid

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

It’s O.K. to be Afraid

Of all the emotions I’ve felt throughout my life, one I really regret is fear. Well, no. I don’t regret feeling fear, necessarily. Fear can be helpful in certain situations – like when danger occurs and triggers your “flight or fight” mechanism.

So, I should say that I regret those times when I let fear (of the unknown) stop me from taking powerful action.

Here are some hypothetical examples of what I’m talking about.

  • Maybe you had a job offer that seemed enticing, but some risky element kept you in an unfulfilling (but safe) situation.
  • Have you stayed in a lifeless relationship because you were afraid you’d never find another companion?
  • Have you ever wanted to do a triathlon or Ironman but were too afraid of how it might feel learning a new skill you may not be great at yet?

I used to make those decisions too often. And then I looked closer and found that sometimes my fear had actually been just anxiety or uncertainty. And I looked at friends who had succeeded despite their similar worries.

You know, courage isn’t the absence of fear; it’s acknowledging the fear and doing the right thing anyway.

So, what are you afraid of that’s holding you back?

  • Make a rational decision based on probable outcomes.
  • Ask what’s the worst that can happen, and if you’d be OK with it.
  • Fully imagine what success will look like, taste like, sound like, and feel like.

Accept the fear or dismantle it – but BELIEVE IN YOURSELF, and there’s nothing you can’t do. 

I’ve opened up a few spots in my signature “TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION” Program. ARE YOU IN?

LET’S talk about it… SCHEDULE YOUR “TRIATHLON BREAKTHROUGH” SESSION TO FIND OUT MORE! Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule for a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

The Secret Strategy for Getting Results

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

The Secret Strategy for Getting Results

How many times were you told as child to wait for what you wanted?

It seemed like you heard that for everything.

  • “You can watch TV after you do your homework.”
  • “No dessert till you’ve eaten your vegetables.”
  • “Santa won’t be back for a year — really.”

It’s just part of being a kid.

And part of becoming an adult is grasping the concept of delayed gratification. 

That was the impetus behind a famous study of children known as the Marshmallow Test. Researchers tested young kids to see if they would prefer to have one marshmallow now or try to wait for two in 15 minutes. Years later, they checked back in with the kids and found those who’d been able to wait had greater signs of success in life, like better SAT scores and better jobs.

It’s a helpful thought we can apply to our health and fitness goals. Day in and day out, week after week, it can get frustrating when we don’t see the results we want. It’s easy to, say, grab the bag of cookies in order to FEEL BETTER NOW — even if we know we’re just making things more difficult for ourselves. 

  • Try to focus less on the outcomes (a certain speed or weight) and more on the process.
  • Resist comparing yourself to others; you have no idea what they deal with or what they are doing.
  • Realize that time will pass anyway, so you might as well take the actions that will bring your desired results as it does.
  • Enjoy the anticipation of a positive outcome.

Being an adult isn’t so bad, is it? We get to remind ourselves that our choices have consequences – and that our parents were right about that whole “be patient” thing.

And remember, when you’re giving into delayed gratification, you’re giving up the thing you really want – a healthy, fit body and the longest life possible.

I’M OPENING UP A FEW SPOTS FOR MY SIGNATURE “TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION” PROGRAM, ARE YOU IN? LET’S DISCUSS. SCHEDULE YOUR “TRIATHLON BREAKTHROUGH” SESSION TO FIND OUT MORE!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

Time to Recharge

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Erinne, Mindset

Time to Recharge

I’m in Aspen Colorado with some great friends enjoying a change of scenery.

The views, mountains and cool dry air are pretty much the exact opposite of my Miami environment.

It is so nice to just get away from the day to day routine and spend quality time with friends and family, eating great food and laughing.

The mountains make for a completely different kind of exercise. At this altitude everything is a little bit harder on my sea level lungs but, the scenery makes it so enjoyable. Breathing the cool dry air and taking in the size of the mountains is breathtaking in a good way!

But yet, even with all this I am struggling to truly let go, thinking of all the things I should be doing.

As a small business owner, it’s difficult to completely let go of the day to day in my company and wondering if if I’m doing enough in every moment and trusting those I left in charge that everything will be just fine.

It’s a hard ask of myself on a daily basis to let go and trust that everything will be ok!

But I’m practicing, just like I practice for triathlon training – for me the commitment to train or rest is not a problem. I can find the balance and my passion is helping others to find that balance too.

I’m wondering if you can relate to this struggle…

Please reply if you feel inspired, oh and I hope you’re planning some down time with friends and family too this summer!

 I’M OPENING UP A FEW SPOTS FOR MY SIGNATURE “TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION” PROGRAM, ARE YOU IN? LET’S DISCUSS. SCHEDULE YOUR “TRIATHLON BREAKTHROUGH” SESSION TO FIND OUT MORE!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

Words, thoughts, and your body…

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Words, thoughts, and your body…

Want to hear something crazy?

The way you speak to yourself directly impacts the way your body looks and feels.

It’s not just about exercise and food!

We become what we believe ourselves to be. We become the emotional weight we carry.

And today I want to share a few ways that you can actually change your body with your words and thoughts.

This is NOT crazy woo-woo stuff – it actually works!

Ready?

  • Release the shame and guilt you may be carrying. This, of course, is easier said than done, but if you want a strong, healthy body, it must be done.
  • Speak to yourself like you would speak to a best friend.
  • Develop strong connections with others who are like-minded and share similar values.
    Humans thrive on connection, but sadly, we are more disconnected than we’ve ever been.
  • Forgive those who’ve hurt you. Holding on to negative emotions shows up in our bodies in a variety of ways.

Ask for help. It’s ok that you can’t juggle it all alone. If being healthy in mind, body, and spirit is a priority for you, you’re going to need people in your corner.

Is this resonating? So – where to start?

This is going to be different for everyone. For some, it may be reconnecting with an old friend.

For others, it may be hiring a coach, trainer or even a therapist. It may mean opening old wounds and having difficult conversations.

Name it, claim it and tame it

At the end of the day, releasing what’s weighing you down emotionally is key to being your physical best.

I would love to know your thoughts on the subject.
Here’s to your best self.

If you are ready to join me, I am opening 5 spots in my Triathlon Transformation Program. Is this plan for you? Find out by setting up a call with me today!

Ready to take your training to the next level? Join me for my FREE 5 day Challenge – Triathlon Reset LIVE Adventure on July 19 through the week, inside my private Triathlon Obsessed Facebook group.

You’ll learn exactly what you need to do to become the best triathlete you can be. There’s still time to finish out the year strong. See you in the challenge!

Share this information with a friend who might want to get fast too!

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more. Remember to Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule a call. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/nutrition.

 

What’s in Your Diet?

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Nutrition

What’s in Your Diet?

If I ask about your diet, you naturally think about food, right?

But what if we include all kinds of things we consume every day? What does our “diet” look like for our emotions, our brains, or our social lives?

Consider each of these categories, what you consume, how it affects you – and where you can make some positive changes.

  • Physical. This means training and eating right. Simple exercise tip: Don’t neglect resistance training. And this month eat more whole foods and less processed.
  • Emotional. Take time every day to focus on the simple act of breathing, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Limit time spent scrolling social media – it just makes you anxious anyway!
  • Intellectual. Always be feeding your brain with a book (an actual book, not on a screen). And did you know drinking sugary drinks contributes to Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia? So, do your brain a favor and dringk spring water or organic green tea, instead.
  • Social. Nurture friendships that are good for you. End those that are not. Sounds brutal, but you don’t need to consume someone’s negativity if that’s all your getting from them. 
  • Spiritual. Say thank you for today, every day. And say goodbye to yesterday. If we fill our souls with regret, we’re poisoning the present and the future. Let it go.
  • Environmental. Go to places and situations that make you happy, and avoid those that stress you out. “No” is a complete sentence!

Remember, you are what you eat. But you’re also what you read, believe, tell yourself, do with other people, and put into the world.

Life is a banquet. Here’s to making positive choices.

I’M OPENING UP A FEW SPOTS FOR MY SIGNATURE “TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION” PROGRAM, ARE YOU IN? LET’S DISCUSS. SCHEDULE YOUR “TRIATHLON BREAKTHROUGH” SESSION TO FIND OUT MORE!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

Are you training in the Black Hole?

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs

The Black Hole of endurance training is at about 75-85% of your maximum effort.

So many triathletes spend WAY too much time at this effort level and wonder why they are not getting faster!

One of the secrets to improving your performance is working at the 2 ends of the spectrum, on the edges of the black hole.

Low Aerobic Training or LSD, Long Slow Distance training and Vo2 Max or Speed work training.

Most of my athletes are doing exactly this right now in their training blocks and getting faster test and race times plus, PR’s (Personal Record’s).

This equates to training in your zone 5 energy system and requires a lot of recovery time in your zone 1. Staying out of the middle in the black hole!

If you don’t do the recovery interval at zone 1/2 effort you will not be likely to hit all of your intervals because you are not giving your body a chance to recover and go hard again, repeatedly.

This is a big fat mistake if you want to get faster.

Working these 2 ends of the spectrum is going to help you get the MOST our of your training!

Ready to take your training to the next level? Join me for my FREE 5 day Challenge – Triathlon Reset on July 12-16th, inside my private Triathlon Obsessed Facebook group.

You’ll learn exactly what you need to do to become the best triathlete you can be in 2021. There’s still time to finish out the year strong. See you in the challenge.

Share this information with a friend who might want to get fast too!

Also, Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule a call. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

The Time is…

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs

The Time is…

If you’re looking for a sign, THIS IS IT.

  • This is the sign you’ve been waiting for.
  • This is the sign to take action you’ve been delaying.
  • This is the sign that “I’m waiting for a better time” is nothing but a lie we all tell ourselves. 

So, I’m sorry (not sorry), to end the story of “I’m waiting for a better day.” There is no better day. Today is it!

You just got THE SIGN, after all…

Start right now. Take one step in the direction you want, even if you feel unconfident or anxious. Do one thing to begin reaching your goals. One action leads to another and another… 

It doesn’t matter what those goals are. Maybe you want to do an ironman or a sprint triathlon, get in better physical shape, start eating right, improve a relationship, or save more money.

The point is that all of these things involve a commitment of DOING – and a commitment of doing, again and again OVER TIME.

Time doesn’t start when you want it to, or when it’s convenient for you, or when everything in your life lines up in a perfect row. That’s what we call a fantasy.

The reality of living YOUR life on YOUR terms? That starts with action. RIGHT NOW.

If your best Triathlon is one of those things you are deciding to take on now, Please join me for my upcoming Free 5 Day Facebook Challenge . I’ll be addressing the 5 things you struggle with in training for Triathlon based on my latest survey.

Time Management
Overcoming and preventing Injury
How to get faster
What to eat, and when to eat it
How to deal with fears, anxiety and overwhelm and of course how to get started!

Click HERE to Get on the list NOW Starts July 19th at 11 am

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

It’s Not a Competition

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

It’s Not a Competition

I know that sounds strange coming from me .

After all, I help people compete is the sport of triathlon, swimming, biking, and running.

But, it’s not about being the best.

I grew up thinking that I had to always excel at everything. And when that inevitably proved impossible, it made me feel like a failure – also another falsehood.

It took a long time to realize that sometimes it’s ok to be … well, ordinary. Average. Somewhere in the middle.

And that helped me see my skills, body and fitness goals in a new light. It wasn’t necessary to have the best figure, or be the fastest.

What really mattered? That I was taking action every day to get where I wanted to be and I was having FUN along the way.

Sometimes I did better than I did at other times. Sometimes I even did better than other people. And sometimes, I was just meh.

And that’s OK. That’s life.

What’s important is showing up, and improving yourself

We don’t thrive by always being The Best.

We thrive by making our best effort on a consistent basis – and enjoying the journey!

I’m opening up a few spots for my signature “Triathlon Transformation” program, are you in? Let’s discuss. Schedule your “Triathlon Breakthrough” session to find out more!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

Do you “Monday” Your Goals?

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Do you “Monday” Your Goals?

In the history of procrastination, there’s no better time than Monday.

  • “I promise, Coach, I’ll see you starting on Monday.”
  • “My diet starts Monday – after one last weekend of fun.”

Sound familiar?

Maybe this explains why more people hit the gym or the running trails on Monday, after a weekend of lying around and overindulging.

But whether you use the Monday excuse or tell some other lie to yourself, it’s all the same. When you procrastinate working on your goals, it means you’re not really ready to do the work.

Because when you are? You go into immediate action.

Monday’s a liar.

Trust yourself. Begin your work. No matter what day it is.

It just so happens to be Monday! So today is the day to take action!

Set up a call with me to see how I can help you with your triathlon and health and wellness goals!

 

Want to learn more, then get in on it! Schedule your FREE “Triathlon Breakthrough” session to find out more!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

Ready for Summer Yet?

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Ready for Summer Yet?

Sunshine, conclusion of a global pandemic, mangos & fun… Must be summer!

Are you excited?  I AM!

Everybody loves the warm weather and freedom of summer. And this year, the season is even sweeter after the long ordeal we’ve all been through.

So, if last summer was about restrictions, make this one about indulging in the freedom to:

  • Get fit;
  • Eat right;
  • Sign up for a Triathlon
  • And build the healthy lifestyle you want for every season of the year.

If you can take a vacation, even a brief one, then do it. Think how rejuvenating it is to get away and unplug for even a few days.

If you haven’t seen your family and friends, then make a point of catching up in person now. It’s good for the soul.

If you felt locked inside the house too much, then get outside every day and move your body.

If you’ve been missing the racing scene, races are happening, get registered for a local 5k, or sprint triathlon.

If you let your gym attendance lapse (as many people did through the pandemic), then fire it back up now!

I don’t know about you, but I always get so much energy from the sun and the season. Something about it inspires me to want to enjoy healthier, fresher food, to celebrate my physical abilities more, and to just smile at the sky in gratitude.

If you’re not quite ready yet, let’s talk about it. You deserve an awesome summer, and I’m here to help you get it.

If you are ready… Join me next week for my Bring a Buddy Week here at Full Circle Coaching.

Please be MY buddy and join me for a FREE WEEK of training. No experience necessary!

You don’t even have to live in Miami. I have a virtual program too.

Register Here and bring a friend too << Space is limited sign up today >>

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.