Do you know the most important places in the body that contribute to running performance?
Trick question, because running is a total body movement but there are certain areas that are essential to being a stronger runner.
Unfortunately, many of the places we need to be loose and flexible or tight and strong for running are not in good shape because of our daily activities.
Sitting is the new smoking
Sitting for more than 45 minutes at a time is one of the worst things you can do for your running form. Many people sit for more than 5 hours / day, driving in the car or working at your desk slumped forward at your computer at work.
This negatively affects posture and inhibits lung capacity as well as causing low back pain, tight hips and hamstrings. When you add running to the mix, injuries arise.
Running shoe choice is also a factor – high cushion, high heeled running shoes negatively affect running performance despite what the billion dollar shoe industry wants you to believe!
High heels for women and heavy pointed work shoes for men, along with the new trendy 3-5 inch cushion high heeled running shoes can also cause major issues in your running performance.
These shoes elevate the heels and the toes so that all the pressure is placed on the ball of the foot where added stress was not meant to be placed. Your balance and foot strike are greatly compromised with instability instead of shock absorption as you may think!
The results can be foot pain, bunions, hammer toes, neuroma’s, achilles tendonitis, plantar faciitis, runners knee and IT band syndrome, low back pain, and neck pain just to name a few.
Add more running volume and you can be in a world of pain.
It’s time to Master Your Next Run Race with Run Essentials
Exciting news—Run Essentials is officially open for enrollment, and I’d love to invite you to join!
You might be wondering if this program is right for you. Let me ask you a few questions:
Have you signed up for a race but feel confused by all the details of training?
Have you tried running before, only to get injured after just a few days?
Are you aiming to run faster, improve your technique, and feel better when you run?
Are you relying on random tips from social media?
Or are you simply overwhelmed by how to train, not sure how much to run, not sure how much to run or how fast?
If you resonate with this, you’re not alone. The logistics of training can be overwhelming, and without the right guidance, you risk not crossing the finish line, staying stuck in frustration, and never reaching your running goals. Worse, you could end up with a chronic injury that sidelines you altogether.
Don’t let confusion, frustration, or injury hold you back any longer. This is your chance to join a community that inspires, supports, and pushes you to achieve your goals. Imagine the pride of crossing the finish line, feeling stronger, more confident, and setting an example for yourself and others.
Run Essentials provides the tools, structure, and support to help you run your best.
Enroll today and take the next step toward achieving your running goals!
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.
Which Body Parts Contribute to Running Performance?
What’s up Runners and Triathletes?
Do you know the most important places in the body that contribute to running performance?
As you know, running is a total body movement but there are certain areas that are essential to being a stronger run. Unfortunately, many of the places we need to be loose and flexible or tight and strong for running are not in good shape because of our daily activities.
Sitting is the new smoking
Sitting for more than 45 minutes at a time is one of the worst things you can do for your running form. Many people sit for more than 5 hours / day driving in the car or working at your desk slumped forward at your computer at work. This negatively affects posture and inhibits lung capacity as well as causing low back pain, tight hips and hamstrings. When you add running to the mix, injuries arise.
Running shoe choice and high heels
High heels for women and heavy pointed work shoes for men, along with the new trendy 3 inch cushiony high heeled running shoes can also cause major issues in your running performance.
These shoes elevate the heels and the toes so that all the pressure is placed on the ball of the foot where added stress was not meant to be placed.
The results can be foot pain, bunions, hammer toes, neuroma’s, achilles tendonitis, plantar faciitis, runners knee and IT band syndrome just to name a few.
Add more running volume and you can be in a world of pain.
Learn how to counter balance and “bio – hack” all of these sometimes unavoidable daily stressors in my upcoming 3-Hour Run Essentials Clinic!
Join me September 16th, at Tropical Park Track here in Miami for Run Essentials Clinic and transform your running in 3 hours – guaranteed.
There’s just a few spots left – I’ve capped registration so every runner gets the attention and focus they need. I don’t know the next time I’ll be offering this clinic – so don’t wait!
Keep an eye on your inbox for more details, or on our social media pages. Happy Running!
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.
Busy Dad becomes first time Ironman in 12:10 with only 14 weeks of training; Rockstar Triathlete Carlos Guadamuz
Coach’s Notes:
Thank you, Carlos, for trusting the process of my 16-week Triathlon Transformation training program. You are proof that it works and achieved the goal in 14 weeks instead of 16. I truly appreciate your dedication to your goals and how you managed all the training while working full-time, getting to the kid’s soccer games, and balancing life with your supportive wife! You, indeed, are a Rockstar Triathlete!
Congratulations!
Age:
46
Profession:
Product Management – I create, build, and market products. Mainly techy ones 🙂
Why you chose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I wanted to compete in my first Ironman, and I felt I needed coaching for a race as big and complex as the Ironman.
I did my first 70.3 last December 2021 with zero coaching, and although I didn’t have a bad time, I didn’t feel I was at my full potential and the experience was a bit painful.
So, rather than a feeling of accomplishment when I finish it, I had a lot of doubts and “what ifs” in my head. In my own view, the best way to prove myself that I am better than that was to finish a full Ironman. However, this time around I was going to do it with a coach.
I saw coach Erinne giving the pre-race clinic at Miami-Man 2021 and liked everything she said. I also saw her on race day surrounded by her team, all wearing the same colors, which made me appreciate from afar the team spirit and the confidence of having a coach. That positive image stayed in my mind when it was time to choose a coach.
What is your “A” race for this season?
My A-race was Ironman Florida, 2022, because it was my first Ironman. However, the Key Biscayne triathlon last September (international distance) was also a good race because it gave me, entirely unexpectedly, my first podium.
Ironman Florida was a significant achievement because it gave me a lot of “firsts;” my first ever Ironman, my first ever 112-mile ride, and my first ever marathon. To me, it was also an important achievement because I am quite new to triathlons. My first ever triathlon race was MiamiMan, less than a year ago, and my longest triathlon was Ironman 70.3 FL, in December last year (11 months ago). I actually rode a road bike for the first time only 18 months ago and bought my first triathlon bike in May (less than 6 months ago). My only advantage was swimming, as I have swum since I was little, with my first open water competition at the age of 10.
Also, Ironman Florida was a big achievement for me, not only because of those new challenges but also because I only had 14 weeks to go when I started training with Full Circle.
The Key Biscayne International distance triathlon was a total surprise in terms of the result.
I had a 9hr super day the weekend before and another long brick the day before. So, the complete opposite to going into the race fresh. I was actually tired on race day.
However, the objective was exactly that, to test me under those conditions. Also, to practice before Ironman all the elements of a race, mainly building and following a race plan. My plan demanded a fast pace, which I was doubting I could follow. However, I stayed on it during the race and it delivered a category second place. It was a good lesson I was going to take to Ironman Florida.
Please share your BIG goals:
My goals were all based on Ironman FL and they were growing as I kept training. My initial goal was just to finish the Ironman because I was truly uncertain if I could do it.
Then, the goal was to finish it with zero walking during the run (which is something I did at the end of my 70.3).
Then it was the time, initially, it was based on the rule of thumb of doubling my 70.3 times and adding 1hr – I finished the 70.3 in 6:06 so the expected time was 13:12. As I was getting closer to the race I had to build a race plan, which estimated my finish time at 12:25
In the end, I finished with an Ironman time of 12:10, which beat my race plan estimate and was lower than twice my 70.3 time. Not only did I not walk but I achieved a negative split, running my fastest pace at the last 6 miles.
I felt so strong and determined that I didn’t need to stop at aid stations from mile 23rd onward.
Tell me about your successes so far:
I believe the results reflect the training. So, in my view, a key success was to be able to complete and follow all my training as was written by coach Erinne.
I never missed a single long-distance ride, run, or swim.
It was a big success not only because most of the last sessions I broke personal records in terms of distance and time – like my first ever 100-mile ride or my first 20-mile run.
But also because I was able to achieve those without injuries or extreme fatigue. That was a key success for me because it was one of my major fears. Especially after experiencing injuries in the past that made me stop training altogether.
I believe that completing successfully all the training was possible due to different elements.
First, the training plan, which had a progressive approach, included recovery sessions (stretches, foam rolling, etc.), and strength sessions and allowed for resting or down periods. Also, the focus on good technique reduced the injury risk. And then the personal guidance and experience from the coach helped alleviate specific muscle pains when they surfaced, providing tips on technique, and instructing focused strength and stretching exercises.
What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following: Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition / Health.
1. The Running – based on my 70.3 experience and previous injuries, I considered it my weakest link. However, I surprised myself with my Ironman run.
2. Nutrition – It was the biggest eye-opener for me. I went from just basically drinking water and eating a couple of gels, to building a race plan with calories, carbs, and electrolytes per hour.
3. Training Capacity – I wasn’t sure I was going to complete what I saw in Training Peaks, but I did it all
4. Technique – overall improvement especially on the run but even on the swim which was my strongest sport.
What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
For sure the example I am giving my kids. Which I am fully convinced is the best way to lead.
The best way to explain this is through an experience with my older boy. He was nine when I finished my 70.3 and not long after that, he came to me with a website showing a triathlon race for kids and asking me to register him. We started training for two months with very little pushing from my side. He got a good result and we all felt very proud of his achievement.
What would you say to someone on the fence about joining our training program?
As I mentioned before it was the team spirit that caught my initial attention. Full Circle has been able to build a community of people with the same passion, where everybody can help and encourage someone with a question or moment of doubt. I also learned so many things that were crucial to finish my first Ironman, like technique, training methods, nutrition, and overall wellness.
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 lesstime 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.
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.
Many triathletes are confused about what to eat for breakfast when they start to move away from the traditional sugar laden, carb heavy breakfasts like oatmeal and boxed cereals (dead food!)
The following 3, are tried and true breakfasts that deliver nutrients as well as perfect proportions of fats, proteins and carbohydrates. My goal with offering these suggestions is to encourage eating real food before a race or hard training session so that you can get quality nutrition into your body before having to resort to sports nutrition for simple ease of use during a race. There are however lots of great options on the market now to keep it real even during a race. Look for those tips in an upcoming post. Also, for your convenience I’ve added links for purchasing information for the products I recommend. Just hover over the items in bold and click.
Chia Seed Pudding – Super quick and easy. You can make it the night before and keep it covered in the fridge. 2-3 tablespoons of organic chia seeds
½-1 cup of Real Coconut Milk, 1 -2 tablespoons of Paleo Valley Bone Broth Protein Add a handful of organic almonds or walnuts, organic berries, organic banana- raw honey or maple syrup to taste. A pinch of real salt to include some minerals and electrolytes and you are good to go for a delicious nutritious snack or breakfast
2-3 organic eggs cooked in coconut oil any way you like
½ –1 whole sweet potato with real grass fed butter or coconut oil. I usually bake the potato the night before, have half for dinner and the other half with breakfast warmed up in the pan I cooked the eggs in.
Naturally smoked wild caught salmon with avocado and chia seeds (wrapped in a nori roll)with a squeeze of lemon – This is definitely my favorite pre-race meal. I actually learned about the salmon from an ultra -runner who ate it before every long run event. Salmon is easy to digest and has tons of great protein and omega 3 fatty acids. Paired with ½ avocado and sprinkled with hemp hearts and real sea salt and a squeeze of lemon or lime- It is the perfect pre-race/ training meal or snack.
I know many of you would never even think of any of these items as breakfast food because we are so conditioned to our typical American breakfast of cereal or Eggo waffles that has negative nutrients and are actually harmful to your health.
But I can tell you from personal experience, eating low sugar/ low processed food with higher nutrient value just makes you feel and perform better.
Please test any of these out before you actually use them before a race.
Never try anything new on race day, especially nutrition!
Ready to learn all the best nutrition plans for your ultimate performance on race day along with every day?
My Nutrition Essentials is starting June 6th.
This program covers all the details about why the Standard American diet (SAD)s making everyone fat.
It is truly up to YOU and you alone to take charge of your health through your daily nutrition, sleep, thoughts, and movement. There is no quick fix or wonder drug that does not have negative side effects.
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! 😉
Dylan’s Results:1-mile test from 6:54 to 5:55and 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 runner’s knee, but with Erinne’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 Erinne’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 don’t like it, it’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 Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid, and much more.
Jeanette has been a Duathlete for a few years but always wanted to add the swim and do an actual Triathlon. We started with a swim video evaluation, bike fit, and run video analysis to identify a few things to work on.
She has a busy work schedule, but she fit the necessary training, and then Ultimate Tri Camp helped her improve drastically. So proud that now she can call herself a triathlete, and we are working on getting faster before going longer in the fall. Way to go, Jeanette! You are a Rockstar Triathlete- I can’t wait to see what’s next!
Age: 58
Profession: Firefighter
Why you chose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
The knowledge, experience, and techniques for fine-tuning and improving all aspects of the triathlon world.
What is your “A” race for this season?
My A races for this year were Miami Half Marathon and Clash Miami, my first triathlon ever.
Please share your BIG goals: My big goal is to complete a 70.3 in 2023
Tell me about your successes:
My biggest successhas been completing my first sprint triathlon at Clash Miami. I also attended Ultimate Tri Camp a few weeks ago and improved my swim, or should I say, it made me more confident in the water to complete the swim at Clash, which I was worried about.
Learning all those breathing techniques and remaining calm in the water was huge for me, as that was my biggest concern. Also, being able to average 19 MPH on the bike was great too.
Name 2 or 3 things that have made the biggest difference in your journey:
1. Swim – I achieved my goal by completing the Clash Miami and getting through the swim portion of this event. Being at Ultimate Tri Camp the week before really helped me accomplish this goal.
2. Bike – I still have much to improve on the bike, but I was happy that I could maintain my average for Clash Miami at 19 MPH.
3. Run – my cadence has improved tremendously. My average rpms is now in the 180s, which is way better than when I first started. However, I still have a lot of work to improve my form and get faster.
What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
What excites me most about being involved with triathlon is the camaraderie that is felt amongst the athletes that share the same passion as we cheer each other on and see how much you can push your body to accomplish all this.
What would you say to someone on the fence about joining our training program?
Do It. Everything is possible with the right coaching. The knowledge and assistance that has been given to me by Full Circle are tremendous, and I recommend the program to anyone who is serious about wanting to accomplish their goal.
CURIOUS ABOUT FULL CIRCLE’S TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM? YOU, TOO, CAN BECOME THE TRIATHLETE YOU ALWAYS DREAMED OF! APPLY HERE!
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.
Sexy in Spandex, Ultimate Tri Camp Rockstar Triathlete: John Dodds
Coach Notes: John loves the triathlon lifestyle and exemplifies someone committed to the long term. Just as with any athlete in any sport, there is always something to improve upon, and I am so proud of how John has kept triathlon in his life even as he overcame prostate cancer and fear in the open water. We were with him every step of the way. So proud of you, John; let’s keep the momentum going. See you soon at the Ride on Ryan Triathlon!
Age: 60 this year!
Profession: Director of Information Technology Quality
Why did you choose Ultimate Tri Camp for help in your triathlon journey?
In 2017 I saw a triathlon on TV and thought, I want to do this. A month before my 1st race, I participated in a one-day camp in Savannah with Coach Erinne from Full Circle Coaching, which was eye-opening.
At my race a few weeks later (at the Ride On Ryan Triathlon), an 80-year-old woman beat me silly at the finish line. I then decided Full Circle Coaching would be my coach.
Full Circle made me realize that Triathlon is a sport and a lifestyle.
It’s more than swimming, biking, or running: it’s mind, it’s spirit, it’s grit, it’s heart, and nutrition, it’s what you put in is what you get out.
Full Circle coaching is a full-spectrum, holistic mindfulness program.
And they’ll make you “Sexy in Spandex.”
Please share your BIG goals and how Ultimate Tri Camp supported you:
This year will be my 5th year at camp, and every year brings a new awareness. This year was big in swimming challenge awareness. I always wonder why I could swim 2000 meters in a pool and feel I had a great workout.
But swim 50 yards in a lake only to find myself floating, gasping for air, wondering where the buoy was. I realized this year, I never knew how to sight swim. Every time I lifted my head, my legs sank, and my body stopped like a bobber, then I power swam to get going again.
So, learning to relax in the water was my big takeaway. Camp addresses every conceivable concept and potential challenge.
Tell me about your successes so far:
Where do I start? From childhood to 53, I was an average joe who did not do sports. No run, bike, or swim, more like walk, joy ride, and wade on occasion.
From 54 through today, the last 6yrs??? I’ve raced about 24 triathlons and 18 5K/10K/Bridge runs, and have enjoyed training multi-thousands of miles of running, biking, swimming, and unicycling.
And let’s not forget survived and kicked prostate cancer!
Full Circle and the Ultimate Tri Camp… Bring it on!! I’m ready for their assistance with my next big triathlon goals!
What were some of your biggest Improvements in performance at Ultimate Tri Camp?
Swim: Technique and sighting Bike: Heels down to utilize power; changing gears is my friend, and keep pedaling, limit coasting Run: Lean forward and move the elbows Nutrition/Health: If I eat healthy, the right foods, my mind, energy, and focus will always be there for me Mindset: If I put my mind to it, grit it through, and be open to the experience, I am guaranteed to be smiling at the finish line. Have you ever seen a finisher of a race not smiling??? I bet you have not 😊
Did you achieve any Personal Records or Goals?
Every year with FullCircle and participating in Camp, I have achieved PRs. And every year, my PRs are different but so very satisfying.
Name 2 or 3 things you feel will make the biggest difference in your triathlon performance after participating in Ultimate Tri Camp:
Motivation, Intensity
Commitment, Focus, and knowing my “pain point” in my training
Resetting my desire, goals, and expectations for the rest of the year
What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
It’s multi-focal, I’m never bored, and it’s always active even while just breathing meditation/intention. And it makes me feel fantastic; It makes me look Hot and Sexy. In the end? It makes me happy being me 😊
What was your favorite part of Ultimate Tri Camp?
Hard to say, but I can tell you the worst part is saying goodbye and going home. Because every moment was an experience I cherish, even when I found myself sitting in my own “shit.”
I learned, I absorbed, I connected, and I experienced!
What would you say to someone on the fence about attending Ultimate Tri Camp?
When was there a time when you got 360-degree support and assistance with triathlon training? When have you had a group of people wanting you to personally succeed as much as you do for yourself? When have you taken the opportunity to learn, educate, absorb, avoid pitfalls, and identify success in action? If you haven’t, join us at camp; it will change your life!
Are you coming back next year? Already registered, so absolutely!
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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.
Coach Notes: Dean came to camp with an open mind and heart. We met on Facebook, and he and his partner Kathy decided to join us. They are both veteran triathletes, and I genuinely appreciate their curiosity, and the results for Dean speak for themselves.
Dean’s improvement day after day was inspiring to see. Participating in the training and all the recovery sessions we do at camp is essential to leaving camp feeling great! Check out all his great feedback and successes below. Way to show up for yourself, Dean! The results on race day will be there!
Age: 53
Profession: VP of Plastic Injection Tooling
Why did you choose Ultimate Tri Camp for help in your journey as a triathlete? I had come across Full Circle on FB over a year ago and loved Coach Erinne’s ideology and approach to training. After speaking with her and listening to some of her videos, I signed up for camp with my partner Kathy.
Please share your BIG goals and how Ultimate Tri Camp supported you: Goal #1 was to learn how to swim. In the past few years, I’ve spent lots of money and time on private lessons and frustrations in the pool and open water, all to little avail.
I got just enough to push through my two full Ironman races.
UTC was nothing short of transformative for me!
There was so much comprehensive instruction, drills, video analysis, and proper technique/mechanics teaching that it nearly made my head pop.
It was almost too much to take in all in one day, but the lessons and Coach’s voice are etched into my mind so that I can now work with everything I learned. Coach Erinne also took extra time after the group lesson to give me 10-15 minutes of personal coaching, which I learned more than in months of prior lessons.
At the OWS, I took my first successful breaths to the left side, which was like a miracle! I’m so proud and grateful for this seemingly small detail, so I chose this picture. I know now that I AM a swimmer and will only continue to improve from here. Who knew?!! 🙌🏼
Tell me about your successes so far: Going from not owning a bike or knowing how to swim (as of Fall 2018) to completing two 70.3 and two 140.6 Ironman races by 2022.
What were some of your biggest Improvements in performance at Ultimate Tri Camp?
Swim: EVERYTHING- Left side breathing, balance, feeling the water, relaxing, rotation, etc., etc. Bike: maintaining low heart rate on climbs Run: proper cadence and arm position Nutrition/Health: reinforcing what Kathy has already instilled in me: eat real, nutrient-dense foods, healthy fats, remove inflammatory foods, and nothing processed. Mindset: I AM A SWIMMER (did I say this already?!)
Did you achieve any Personal Records or Goals? Did I already mention left-side breathing?! 😂
Name 2 or 3 things you feel will make the biggest difference in your triathlon performance after participating in Ultimate Tri Camp:
Proper swimming techniques
Triathlon-specific strength training
Mobility exercises
What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon? The challenge to push my limits and “dare to fail greatly.” Also, the sport’s camaraderie and “pageantry” (who doesn’t like their bike gear and kit!)
What was your favorite part of Ultimate Tri Camp? The incredible depth/breadth of the holistic training. It was truly the yin & yang, just like the Full Circle logo represents!
What would you say to someone on the fence about attending Ultimate Tri Camp? Straddling a fence is painful! Get your ass to UTC, and you’ll never regret it.
CURIOUS ABOUT FULL CIRCLE’S TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM? YOU, TOO, CAN BECOME THE TRIATHLETE YOU ALWAYS DREAMED OF! APPLY HERE!
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.
They can be a time of feeling overwhelmed and frazzled.
And they can – surprise! – also be a time to focus and get important things done.
How to succeed during this time of year? Here are five tips to keep you merry and happy into 2023.
Assess what’s important to you. And I don’t mean shopping! Count your blessings – literally. Write down all the good stuff – what makes you happy and smile. Write a long list as fast as you can without pausing to think. Then go back and edit it down to the top five or six items you hope to pursue in 2023. I promise it’ll bring you clarity.
Consider where you need help. Here again, write it all out. In the brainstorming round, you’re not judging yourself or your ideas. That comes next. Do you need a mentor at work? A Triathlon Coach? Should you take a night-school course on personal finance? Take a nutrition and lifestyle course? These items should connect at least generally to the list of what’s important to you.
Love the ones you’re with. If you’re with the people you love the most, that’s great. Be sure to let them know in word and deed how important they are. But it’s more than OK, too, if you’re with other people; be sure to show them the affection and respect they deserve, as well. Fully embrace your circumstances.
Give of yourself. Whether you’re just super-present for people in your life or whether you volunteer at a local food bank… you’ll uplift yourself and others by volunteering your time, talents, and maybe even money. Giving freely with love and no expectations really is a gift that pays huge dividends to the giver.
Take advantage of the time. Conventional wisdom says we don’t have any free time during the holidays. But for many, we have holiday-related pockets that we can put to good use. Read that big novel. Get your taxes together. Meet a friend for a workout. It’s your free time, so you decide!
The key to having a successful holiday season is mindfulness. Remember to be grateful, aware, loving, generous, and engaged.
Happy Holidays, for sure!
Join Me December 29th, for my 90-minute Vision Planning Workshop, where I will walk you through the steps above to set yourself up for an amazing 2023!
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.
Willy has been a triathlete for seven years, and his big goal is to qualify for the Long Course World Championships. He knows how to swim, bike, and run and does well.
But, to get to this next level, he needs to make some changes.
We have only worked together for three weeks, but he was able to achieve a personal record just by implementing a better nutrition and pacing plan along with focusing on technique. We planned for a 4:40 at the Daytona middle distance, and he came across the line at 4:38; now that is some precision timing! I am super excited for the next five months’ journey to Ironman Texas and Willy’s Qualification for the Big Show at the World Championships.
Way to go, WIlly; thank you so much for trusting the process with me and the Full Circle Coaching Process. Let’s DO THIS!!!!!
Age:
38
Profession:
Civil Engineer
Why you chose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
Erinne is a very experienced coach, willing to help me with my crazy goals.
What is your “A” race for this season?
Ironman Texas
Please share your BIG goals:
My main goal is to qualify for the World Championship at Ironman Texas in 2023
Tell me about your successes so far:
I joined the team 3 weeks ago, and on Sunday, I got a PR in the 70.3 distance.
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:
Name 2 or 3 things that have made the biggest difference in your journey:
Nutrition, I think the nutrition made a big difference in the performance.
Swim, I was focused on technique the whole way.
The pacing was key to having a strong performance.
What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
The challenge, we are trying to master three sports at the same time.
What would you say to someone on the fence about joining our training program?
Trust the process, it may be different from how you were doing before, but I can assure you that it works.
CURIOUS ABOUT FULL CIRCLE’S TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM? YOU TOO CAN BECOME THE TRIATHLETE YOU ALWAYS DREAMED OF! APPLY HERE!
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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