Category: ROCKSTARS

12:06 Roth Ironman in 12 weeks – Rockstar Tim Dare

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Rockstar Tim Dare

Coaches Notes:

Tim got started very late with his training for Ironman Roth, but since we have worked together before, I knew he had so much race skill from years of racing and training for long endurance events. I was sure that if he got serious he would be fine to achieve the goal of finishing strong and feeling good.

Since he lives in Savannah, Georgia, and is a busy dad and physician assistant, a detailed, organized training plan that is simple to follow was key. Almost all of his 12 weeks in training peaks calendar was green and he even lost an extra 10 lbs to make racing that much easier. Way to go, Tim, 12:06 is fantastic. You are a Rockstar Triathlete! Now we are on to North Carolina 70.3 with a sub 5-hour goal time! Let’s Go!

ABOUT TIM

What is your age?
48

What is your profession?:
Physician Assistant in Savannah, Georgia

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
Full Circle Coaching and Erinne have been a part of my life and training for over 20 years.  There is no replacement or better team for me in preparing for all the adventures I choose to challenge myself with from all distance triathlons, including 3 Ironman triathlons, 100 mile mountain bike races, including (Buckling) Leadville x 2, or even just the challenges of life….Erinne and her team have been there….all in!

What was your “A” race for this season?
Challenge Roth a few weeks ago.

What are your BIG goals?
Create Memories with Epic Adventures.

Tell me about your successes so far!
I win every race I enter, at least in my mind. Haha

What were some of your most significant improvements in performance?
I got started training for Roth very late. Erinne put together a training program for me, and in 3 months, I got close to my PR (Personal Record) from 10 years ago.

I completed Roth in 12:06, feeling amazing the whole race.

Using her holistic nutrition suggestions, I also lost 10 pounds without sacrificing energy for the long training sessions.

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

  1. Staying Healthy by following my training plan and paying attention to my numbers
  2. Staying Healthy by having balance in my life
  3. Listening to Erinne


What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
Making Memories and Telling Stories.

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Mike Tyson said….”Everyone has a plan until you get punched in the face”

You must have a training plan when training for an Ironman- Full Circle Coaching is always my choice!

GET RESULTS LIKE THESE WITH THE TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION TRAINING PROGRAM

My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

It focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

Never-Quit-Norcini Rockstar Triathlete

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Never-Quit-Norcini Rockstar Triathlete

Coaches Notes:

I LOVE Marty’s approach to Ironman training and racing. Once he makes a commitment, he shows up 100% even when things go wrong. He never throws in the towel and takes action immediately to find a solution.

A neuroma popped up on his ramp-up to Ironman Roth Training, but that did not hold him back from getting the necessary training. We were able to train the volume in his run on the elliptical instead of beating his foot up on the road, and he went and raced Ironman Roth successfully with a walk/ run.

Congratulations, Marty- you are a Rockstar Triathlete. Let’s strengthen those feet and eliminate the neuroma for the next one!

What is your age?
63

What is your profession?:
Financial Advisor

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
Reputation for having great coaches and group training with a team.

What was your “A” race for this season?
Challenge Roth, 2023

What are your BIG goals?
To maintain good physical condition through the rest of my life so that I can stay involved with triathlons indefinitely.

Tell me about your successes so far!
As I get older, successes get redefined. Not getting injured during training is the biggest challenge. Being able to start a full distance Ironman feeling in optimal condition is “as good as it gets”.

What were some of your most significant improvements in performance?

  • Swim: Swimming is where I see my biggest improvement. Not just based on pace, but also feeling that my form is improving a little bit after each training session.
  • Bike & Run: Both bike and run performance have been hampered by my foot neuroma. Biking at a higher cadence has helped ease the foot pain, and running with more forward lean has shifted the landing pressure point and extended the time before the neuroma pain really sets in. Both higher bike cadence and running lean are techniques that Erinne has always stressed, but it took an injury to realize that they work!

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

  1. Trust the coaches, they really know what they are doing.
  2. Recover when your plan tells you to or your body will force it to happen!
  3. No more than 2 beers a day LOL.


What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
The support I feel with everyone training together and supporting each other!

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
The coaches know how to get anyone across the finish line. With all of their collective coaching experience, they can provide a customized training program to match any personal goal.

GET RESULTS LIKE THESE WITH THE TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION TRAINING PROGRAM

My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

It focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

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Daring Triathlete Swims With Sharks To Escape From Alcatraz

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Daring Triathlete Eric Goldman Swims With Sharks To Escape From Alcatraz

Coaches Notes:

Eric reached out after discovering he won the lottery for an entry into the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. Now, that is a very challenging race course in so many ways: Jumping off a barge into the ice-cold shark-ridden waters of San Fransisco Bay, the steep climbs on the bike and run, and the sand ladder on the run- It can be intimidating to think about.

Eric was a 100% yes on accepting this challenge and I’m so grateful he chose Full Circle Coaching and my Triathlon Transformation training program for the journey.

We got right to work making some lifestyle changes to perform and handle the training. Video analysis on the swim and run, along with a professional bike fit with Coach Dennis, and some equipment upgrades to make training more enjoyable were all included in the process.

Eric was so coachable and eager to learn, and I was blown away at how quickly his skills in everything improved, and I have the before and after video to prove it! He improved his swim technique and speed, bike power, and skill for climbing, and ran faster and stronger with less walking.

We practiced all his new swim, bike, and run skills in a sprint race and then an olympic race, which were both PR’s, on the way to ALcatraz.

He also joined us last minute at our 6-day Ultimate Tri Camp at the end of February, which helped him quickly improve into a better athlete.

Check out Eric’s comments below……. He did it! The entire tribe is so incredibly proud of you, Eric! You are genuinely a Rockstar Triathlete. I hope you consider maintaining the triathlon lifestyle- Way to go; super proud of you!

What is your age?
45

What is your profession?:
Water Sales and Sports League Owner (Ultimate Frisbee)

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon was a bucket list event for me for more than ten years.  I had done a few Olympic and sprint triathlons while training myself with no knowledge.  I had a major panic attack on the last one before the swim started.  I was able to complete that race but swore off triathlons forever after that.

Or so I thought…… Then came the email that I had finally won the lottery for The Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, and I knew I just had to do it! 

I was in a very serious depression and it must have been a sign to get my ass back into life and what better way to do it than training for a ridiculously difficult triathlon!

I knew I needed help for this one, and after one call with Erinne, I knew I was in the right hands! Erinne was super friendly, knowledgeable, and reassuring that I could get to the place I needed to be to slay that dragon in less than five months.

What was your “A” race for this season?
Escape from Alcatraz

What are your BIG goals?
To see the whole picture of life and charge through any obstacles that come my way!

Tell me about your successes so far!
In three races (including Alcatraz), under the tutelage of FCC I have set two PR’s and conquered my main objective. In Alcatraz, I was so prepared I was able to complete the course without stopping and felt so strong the whole race.  I was able to overcome all setbacks that presented themselves in the race without being overwhelmed by them.  I took them with a grain of salt and kept moving forward towards my goal.  A lesson I will take with me EVERYWHERE!

What were some of your most significant improvements in performance for each of the following?
Swimming.  I had no idea I didn’t know how to swim.  During Alcatraz, the current was super strong.  We all swam way more than we were supposed to.  I ended up swimming 3 miles when 1.5 would have sufficed, Lol.  I  had no idea I swam that much until I looked at my watch.  I still felt super strong and could have swum more.  I guess I know now an Ironman swim is no big deal!

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

  1. Mind set
  2. Community (FCC family)!!!
  3. Training and knowledge

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
The community, the struggle, the perseverance, the victories!!

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
If you need help achieving your goals then Erinne and her amazing staff will have you in good hands!

Get Results Like These With The Triathlon Transformation Training Program

My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

It focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

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Rockstar Triathlete Sara Jimenez

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Triathlon Rockstar: Sara Jimenez

Coaches Notes:

What a transformation! I am so proud of Sara AKA “ARA”. When we first spoke she was very sad and upset from her lack of energy and terrible experience at her last 70.3. This is not a fun place to be and I can speak abut this from my own experience. Getting burned out in the sport of triathlon is SO common yet not talked about. This is a major problem that can be completely avoided by following my holistic approach to triathlon training.

I’m so happy Ara joined my 16-week Triathlon Transformation Program and transform she did! Read about her journey to faster times in all 3 sports and the added side effects of 15 lb weight loss and tons of energy at 70.3 Victoria.

Way to go Ara – excited to help you qualify for the Boston Marathon Next! Woohooo!!!!!!

What is your age?
50

What is your profession?:
Architect, Project Manager

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I was looking for a group to train with that would motivate me and hold me accountable to show up and follow through on my training plan. I also was looking for structured weekly training sessions where I could feel comfortable and welcomed.

What was your “A” race for this season?
Victoria 70.3 a few weeks ago.

What are your BIG goals?
Keeping my body healthy while enjoying every phase of my life, training, work and family while training for a 70.3. Waking up with no pain and having energy throughout the day. Qualifying for Boston won’t be too bad either 😋

Tell me about your successes so far!
I successfully completed Victoria 70.3 with lots of energy and really enjoyed the race. My swim was comfortable and the bike and run, super fun!

Overall, I surpassed my own time goals, but most importantly, I enjoyed the experience and fell in love with the sport again.

I have gotten faster on the swim, bike and run. The swim is my biggest struggle and I have better form and I keep continuously improving. 

What were some of your most significant improvements in performance for each of the following?

  • Swim: I feel more comfortable, and I went down from 9:29 / 400 to 8:42 / 400.-
  • Bike: I went from 98 W Normalized power in Acapulco 70.3 to 141 normalized power in Victoria.
  • Run: I went from running 13.47 min/mile in July of 2022 to 10:45 mi/mile in June 2023.
  • Nutrition / Health: Without having a specific goal, I lost 15 pounds from July of 2023 to April of 2023 

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

  1. A group of energetic people that helps me keep get and stay motivated.
  2. Simple changes in nutrition and lifestyle have made a huge difference in my weight and energy.


What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
Feeling strong and energetic, and seeing progress every day. 

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Just try it, the first step is the most difficult one. 

Get Results Like These With The Triathlon Transformation Training Program

My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

It focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

Rockstar Carmen Lottie

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Rockstar: Carmen Lottie

Coaches Notes:

Carmen is a true Rockstar Triathlete. She shows up every day and does the work!

Kaizen- meaning constant steady improvement -is one of the core principles of Full Circle Coaching and Carmen epitomizes this principle.

First, she looks the part and has a matching helmet and shoes for every training session. 2nd, she gives her all at every single training session and race. She is a massive inspiration for the whole team and everyone’s biggest cheerleader. #rd, she is not finished yet! she is striving for better faster and more with every race goal she sets and I am so excited for the next PR (Personal Record) at NC 70.3

Thanks so much for choosing Full Circle Coaching for your triathlon journey and bringing your husband, Jose Alvarez, along for the ride!

You both are an incredible team and asset to the Full Circle Coaching Tribe!

What is your age?
62 years young

What is your profession?:
Retired

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I joined FCC in February of 2022. I am the type of person that needs one-on-one coaching and I wanted to work with head coach Erinne Guthrie. I had seen her throughout the years in local triathlon clinics here in Miami. I knew how knowledgeable a triathlon coach she was and I had no doubt in my mind that I would be in good hands. Once I joined FCC, I learned that not only did I have head coach Erinne as my coach but also three other triathlon specific coaches! Coaches Ollie, Dennis and Nico are very knowledgeable and they are actively competing as well. That is priceless!

What is your “A” race for this season?
I have two “A” races left this year. Ironman 70.3 North Carolina 10/21/2023, and Clash Daytona Long Course AquaBike 57.2, 12/5/2023, qualifier for Team USA Long Course Championship.

What are your BIG goals?
Swim at less than 2:00/100, Bike at an average of 20 mph, and Run at less than 10:30/mile for a 5k. Qualify for Team USA Long Course AquaBike ITU Worlds in Townsville, Australia, 2024

Tell me about your successes so far! 

In 2023, I have completed the Miami Half Marathon, Clash Miami Sprint Distance, Ironman 70.3 Puerto Rico, Swim Miami 2023, the 305 Triathlon Sprint Distance (getting 2nd place in my AG F60-64 in the State of Florida), the 2023 USAT Nationals Olympic Distance in Milwaukee.

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.

I swam 500 yards at 2:07/100 and ran a 5k at 10:14/ mile at the 305 Triathlon 2023. I did the same race back in 2022 swimming the 500 yards at 2:26/100 and running the 5k at 11:11/mile. That’s a huge improvement! 

Now, looking at the USAT Nationals, I just completed the Olympic Distance in Milwaukee on 8/5/2023 in 3:31, beating my USAT Nationals 2018 in Cleveland, OH, which was 3:48. I did this dealing with an Achilles Tendon Injury.

I had been told to hold back during the run and even doing that I was able to cut my time down by 17 minutes!

One of my major improvements while being coached by FCC is how calm I am in Open Water. I met a fellow Athlete in Nationals 2023. She was freaking out about the swim. I realized that was me prior to joining FCC. I almost drown at age 7 but I did not want that experience to stop me from doing Triathlons. Coach Erinne and Coach Ollie have taught me to feel comfortable in the Ocean and, by embracing it, I am now calmer and at peace when doing Open Water Swimming. I am one step closer to reaching my goal. 

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

  1. I am improving my technique in all three sports.
  2. I am training with great coaches and teammates that encourage me to feel good about myself.
  3. I know how to plan my race, pacing myself and eating the right nutrition not only during but prior to the actual race.
  4. I know how to recover and take care of my body.
  5. I have regained the confidence that I had lost.

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
Feeling great about my accomplishments no matter how hard it may be and being able to share it with my husband Jose and my Triathlon family. It is me against me! 

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Wait no longer! Join us and find out for yourself what a great triathlon team FCC is.

Do you want results like these? My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

The Triathlon Transformation Program focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

Rockstar Alexandre Tagliari De Rosis

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Rockstar: Alexandre Tagliari De Rosis

Coaches Notes:

I am super incredibly proud of Alex! Last year in 2022, he followed my Triathlon Transformation program and achieved all the goals he set for himself. He lost 70 pounds and completed a 70.3. The he disappeared, stopped training, and went back to eating poorly. He lost fitness and gained back some of the weight.

This year he came back with a new goal. To make this a lifestyle and not a diet plan to follow temporarily. He had a new goal of a sub 7 hour 70.3, and lose all the weight he gained back. Guess what? He did it! Eagleman 70.3 in 6:57 and lost a total of 110 pounds.

And he has already set his new goals for a sub 6 hour 70.3 and then a full Ironman in 2025. Way to go Alex, you are a true Rockstar Triathlete and a great example of never giving up and anything is truly possible! Thanks for choosing Full Circle Coaching!

What is your age?
45

What is your profession?:
I graduated as a Business Administrator, always worked in the IT market, and for 16 years ran an IT integrator company in Brazil.

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I met coach Erinne 2 years ago when I weighed a lot more but was ready and willing to do a half IM in 6 months. She supported me and made me confident I would accomplish my goal with the Triathlon Transformation program.

What is your “A” race for this season?
IM 70.3 North Carolina in October 2023

What are your BIG goals?
Reduce my weight to under 200 lbs. (I was 330 lbs. and now I am at 220 lbs.) and finish a 70.3 in under 6 hours in 2024, then a Full Ironman in 2025.

Tell me about your successes so far!
It has been a long journey. It took a long time for me to understand I should trust the process, make better decisions in the short term to get benefits on the long term. I faltered after my first race and, regained weight, stopped training and it was hard to come back. But here I am, much more healthy and prepared not only for the Triathlon, but for life. The improvements I am experiencing in my life are amazing after making this commitment to myself.

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.

I lost 110 lbs, reduced my body fat from 40% to 20%, achieved a sub 7 hour 70.3 last weekend at Eagleman 70.3, and I am feeling better than ever.

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

  1. Trust the process.
  2. Understand the time of the changes and how long it takes to the results to appear.
  3. Keep focus and persistence.

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
The challenge of 3 sports together and the competition against myself to break my own limits.

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Jump in! Start now, as you are, with the tools you have and keep pushing. Anything is possible, believe!

Do you want results like these? My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

The Triathlon Transformation Program focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

Rockstar: Willy Larreal

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Rockstar: Willy Larreal

Coaches Notes:

Willy dreams of qualifying for Kona, and I’m so psyched to be on this journey with him. When you are already fast and have lots of experience, it is MORE difficult to get even faster.

He has done a 12:30 IM Florida and a 11:15 IM Texas.

My system of getting someone faster is very contradictive to the mainstream way of coaching for the Ironman, and frankly, many athletes are afraid to go shorter and get faster, but that is my secret sauce, and guess what? It’s working.

With two PRs (Personal Records) already in the books since we started- we are headed to the next one at Ironman Maryland for a qualifying spot for Kona- Sub 10 is the goal!

Willy has had to get a bit out of his comfort zone by doing more testing and a different kind of training than before, as well as communicating more with his coach- Me! These are all pieces to a giant puzzle to his ultimate success- Ironman World Championships- Let’s do this, Willy!

What is your age?
 39

What is your profession?:
 I am a Civil Engineer 

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
Erinne is a very experienced coach, and I am convinced that she will take me to achieve my big goal.

What is your “A” race for this season?
Ironman Maryland

What are your BIG goals?
Qualify for the Ironman World Championship in Kona

Tell me about your successes so far!
PR on the middle distance and PR on sprint distance, looking forward to racing the full distance in September.

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.
Improvement on the bike, I was able to complete the 56 miles on a 70.3 Ironman in 2:20 hrs.

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

  1. I have completed different types of workouts in all three disciplines. Ones based more on technique and numbers make the training very exciting.
  2. Better nutrition and hydration and strength training specific to triathlon.

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
Pushing myself physically and mentally every day and seeing the results.

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
FCC has a team of experienced instructors passionate about their work. They are dedicated to helping me achieve my dream!

Do you want results like these? My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

The Triathlon Transformation Program focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

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Beginner Triathlete Rockstar: Nicole Fuentes

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Rockstar: Nicole Fuentes

Coaches Notes:

Nicole just graduated from my 8 week Beginner Tri Program. This is an ideal program to test the waters of the sport of triathlon and see if you are a fit.

I, of course, know that everyone is a fit if they choose to be. If you want to do I triathlon, I will get you there. I guarantee it. But sometimes a new athlete is not sure and this program gets you there safely and builds confidence in all the areas of the race.

Nicole’s success at her first Sprint Triathlon was because she really showed up- for the daily training (30-45 min/ day only) and the weekly coach calls. All while being a busy Mom of 3, wife, and Professional.

She invested in herself, and now I am happy to say she is joining us for the 16 Week Triathlon Transformation program for her next race goal- An Olympic Distance Triathlon.

Please see her notes below about how every other aspect of her life improved by joining our program.

Way to go, Nicole! Super excited for the next stage of the journey- Thanks again for choosing Full Circle Coaching!

What is your age?
47 years old. 

What is your profession?:
Positive Psychology Consultant. Corporate trainer. Speaker. Author. Life Coach.

I help organizations build an engaged workforce and increase profitability by activating the sense of purpose and emotional well-being of their leaders, managers, and team members.

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I love their holistic approach to training. Not only learning about each one of the sports but also learning about nutrition and mindfulness. I also wanted to join a community, meet people and make new friends as I recently moved to this country.

PD. Coach Erinne got me at “Yes! You can definitely do a triathlon with your mountain bike.”

What is your “A” race for this season?
I joined the beginner’s program to complete the Integrity Multisport Sprint Triathlon. 

What are your BIG goals?

  • Be healthy
  • Enjoy nature
  • Make friends
  • Have fun
  • Complete an Olympic triathlon

Tell me about your successes so far!

  • I completed my first-ever sprint triathlon! 
  • Learning to swim in open water.
  • Pd. Also, managing to get in the pool at 5:00 am. The rest of the day was a piece of cake. 

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.
A nice side effect of the training program was that I could focus and concentrate on writing. My creativity and willpower improved in all areas of my life. I sleep better, have more energy, and feel calmer. My stress levels were reduced. I complete most of my to-do’s when I train. 

The most significant improvement for me was in swimming. This is a sport that I have yet to formally practice and learn the technique. 

The bicycle was where I felt most comfortable. This is my favorite sport. I knew there was only so much I could do on a mountain bike. So instead of worrying about everyone riding faster than me, I enjoyed the rides and the sunrises. 

I ran the 5K under 30 minutes for the first time in many years. 

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

  1. Coach Ollie with her patience, attention to detail, kindness, and sense of humor. 
  2. Being part of a friendly and welcoming community. 
  3. Knowing that there was a time and place to show up and train. Accountability. 

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?

  • Spending time in nature.
  • Being surrounded by inspiring teammates.
  • Witnessing my own progress and the amazing feeling that comes with accomplishing goals. 

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Give yourself permission to have this experience. The FCC coaches will meet you where you are. The worst thing that can happen is that you fall in love with the sport. 

Do you want results like these? My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

The Triathlon Transformation Program focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.

Rockstar: Enrique Raphael

by Erinne, posted in ROCKSTARS

Rockstar: Enrique Raphael

Coaches Erinne’s Notes:

Enrique truly embraces the triathlon Lifestyle. This is his 3rd rockstar testimonial over the last 2 years and I am so proud of his living embodiment of one of the values I have for my athletes.

Kaizen means constant steady improvement. Enrique lives this in his life as a triathlete, father, husband, and businessman. He uses the races as milestones on the calendar to aim for while continuing to maintain his strength, fitness, and nutrition with life, sport, family and work.

Thank you, Enrique, for trusting Full Circle Coaching with your triathlon journey and for being a living example of what is truly possible! You are, again, A Rockstar Triathlete!

What is your age?
I will be 60 this year

What is your profession?:
I am an engineer

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
Initially, it was to train for a triathlon race following a program with a Coach. After two years, the Full Circle Coaching program is excellent, and training with a team makes a big difference.

What is your “A” race for this season?
This year it was Victoria 70.3 which I finished last weekend.  My plan is to do another 70.3 before the end of the year but I have not decided which one yet.

What are your BIG goals?
For the rest of the year my plan is to work reducing my times even further in all the sports before doing another 70.3.

Tell me about your successes so far!
I came two years ago to train for an Olympic Race since it was a challenge; now I am very comfortable in the 70.3 distance; all that came with hard work, a lot of learning, and the privilege to train with excellent coaches and athletes.

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.
When I came 2 years ago I realized I needed to learn how to swim, bike and run properly to be able to compete; now I am a better swimmer, a stronger rider and I run with good technique, but there is still a lot to improve. In the swim I did the 5km Miami swim this year, In bike, despite a challenging course in Victoria, I was able to do all the climbs and maintain my planned power all the race. The run is still pending work to do to get to the point I want to be.

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

  1. Team
  2. Nutrition
  3. Coaches

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
It is a great sport; you are always competing against yourself and you are surrounded by excellent people with similar goals.

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Just do it! You will learn a lot about yourself, meet great people, improve your physical and mental health, and have a lot of fun.

Do you want results like these? My 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training Program is designed to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time than other training programs.

The Triathlon Transformation Program focuses on you as an individual; your form, technique, strength, fueling, and mindset. Through video analysis, metabolic testing, holistic lifestyle coaching, and a supportive community, you will achieve all your triathlon dreams and goals to get faster in less time.

If you want to show up confidently at the start of your next race — swimming, biking, and running past the competition, sprinting across the finish line with arms overhead, knowing you nailed it — then this program is for you.

Click here to apply for my 16-Week Triathlon Transformation Program.

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 😉
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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.