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Injured runner still achieves 20 min Personal record after 9 Ironmans to qualify for Kona!

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Injured runner still achieves 20 min Personal record after 9 Ironmans to qualify for Kona!

Coaches Notes:

Kathy Parmele and Dean, her partner, signed up for my Ultimate Tri camp 2023 and I had never met them before.

When I found out they met on Insight Timer (a meditation app) I knew they were my people!

Kathy shared her goal of qualifying for Kona at the Mont Tremblant Full Ironman in August – just 6 months away and I wanted to help her make it happen.

She totally believed it was possible in her mind and even booked an Air BnB in Kona, just in case!!!

She had already completed 6 or 7 Ironmans but had never followed a training plan or had anyone check her technique on the swim, bike or run.

At camp we do all of that and started making adjustments immediately.

With so much training under her belt she had great body awareness and was able to implement the technique changes after doing certain drills to reinforce them.

After camp we trained virtually with her following the training program we designed based on her testing and skills work and everything was improving except the run.

She kept re-injuring an old torn meniscus.

So we modified training to the elliptical and aqua jogging to maintain fitness and kept strengthening the leg to help her get back to running just in time to finish up her running volume with a 22 mile pain-free run.

We knew the goal was in sight and completely possible.

Race day was pretty exciting – watching the Ironman App seeing her hit every time goal we had set for a sun 13 hour Ironman time for the swim, T1, bike, T2, and finally the run!!

She did a personal record time for her Ironman- 12:35
And this was 20 minutes faster than any previous Ironman on a hilly course.
She qualified for Kona.

The dream was a reality.

Kathy: You are a badass Rockstar Triathlete. Congratulations on achieving your dream of racing in Kona and thank for choosing Full Circle Coaching to help get you there!

FROM THE ATHLETE

I qualified for Kona!!!

Ironman Mont Tremblant was my 9th Ironman. I had always been a middle-of-the-pack athlete and always self-coached. I was also dealing with a year of injuries. When I found out that IMMT had 100 Kona slots for women this year, I decided to go for it!

For that I needed coaching. The Full Circle Ultimate Tri Camp was just the jump start that I needed. I learned a lot about how to tweak my swim, bike, and run techniques to minimize injury and improve performance. Then I continued with the coaching virtually.

There were several game-changing recommendations that Erinne made for me after reviewing my videos that really helped optimize my technique. The plan took into account my injuries and we were able to slowly increase my distances and fitness while letting my body heal.

The outcome? I PR’ed by almost 20 minutes on a tough course, came 8th in my age group and qualified for Kona!

I felt the support of the whole Full Circle Tribe the whole time and it carried me during the tough parts of the race. Thank you Coaches Erinne, Ollie, Dennis and Jaq for helping me realize my dream!!

Kathy’s Stats

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 Jose Alvarez did not believe he needed any help with his training and racing. His numbers don’t lie!

by fullcircle, posted in ROCKSTARS

Rockstar: Jose Alvarez

Coaches Notes:

Jose did not want to join my coaching program. He was doing his own thing following an online program, while his wife Carmen decided to join us. I would see him at all the training sessions doing his own thing- wishing I would get the opportunity to work with him because I noticed a few things he could improve upon!

Finally after a few months of seeing Carmen’s improvements, Carmen gifted him his evaluations and we were able to start measuring his baseline so I could prove to him, after working on his technique he could get even faster.

Jose was already fast. He already trained a lot. He did not know what he did not know!

This is my favorite athlete to work with because they are already dedicated to doing the work.

It’s the technique, nutrition and pacing work that this type of athlete is missing that makes all the difference in getting faster and stronger with the same amount of work.

Read below for all the details- Congratulation Jose you are truly a Rockstar Triathlete. Looking forward to your next PR at NC 70.3 in a few weeks!

What is your age?
61 years young

What is your profession?:
Retired

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I wanted to improve my performance.  The way to improve was to incorporate better technique into the different disciplines of Triathlon.

What is your “A” race for this season?
My A races for the 2023 season were Miami Half Marathon, USAT Nationals Olympic Distance Triathlon and North Carolina 70.3.

What are your BIG goals?
My big goals are to continue to improve my performance and to become more consistent in my races.  In the past I had a lot of peaks and valleys.

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.

  1. I have improved my swimming – Swim Miami 5K improved by 13 minutes, from 1:48 to 1:35.
  2. My run is becoming more consistent.  My best time in the Miami Half Marathon was back in 2017 @ 1:54.  This year I ran the Miami Half Marathon @ 1:52.
  3. I had a PR @ USAT Nationals Olympic Distance Triathlon From 3:51 in 2018 to 3:38 this year.
  4. I have established PRs in my 400yds and 200yds Swim Tests.
  5. I have established PRs in the Mile Run Test to 6:22/ mile and the 5K @ 22:53 (MIA 5K).
  6. A big change in Nutrition. I am more conscious about what I eat. I look at the ingredients in foods I buy at the supermarket and look for foods that are organic and/or natural without preservatives.  This is something that is constantly drilled into us by coaches in the team. Food is energy and needs to be clean!

Tell me about your successes so far!
I have had successes in all disciplines of Triathlon.  My run and swim have improved and are more consistent.  As I have been able to improve my swim and run without affecting my Cycling.  

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

  1. One of the biggest changes in my approach to training is that now I train for overall Fitness.  I look to improve fitness level for races rather that train for the specific characteristics of a race.
  2. I have a better planning methodology for race goals and objectives by creating a race plan that addresses performance and nutrition.
  3. My approach to training is more structured.  I look to meet the training objectives which include adherence to power, pace, heart rate, cadence, form and/or technique.

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
What I like most about Triathlon is the diversity of sports disciplines.  I can stay fit in each sport.  Because of Triathlon training, I feel confident to participate in swimming, running or cycling events individually.  And of course compete in triathlons which is becoming a mainstream sport.  We see the youth adopting the sport and competing.  

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Full Circle offers a complete program which addresses structured training, fitness, health and well being. This program leads to improved performance and a healthier lifestyle. 

It has transformed me in that I train smarter and not harder. 

The Full Circle program has transformed me in that I really do not look at how much I train, but how well I train.   This has led to measurable improvement in tests and competitions. 

Someone trying to become a better athlete in a group environment with other athletes that have similar goals and objectives, should seriously consider the program. 

Coaching on Form and Technique are essential to realize significant improvement.  The Full Circle program incorporates filming and analysis, so the athlete is aware of what needs to be corrected.  Additionally, the program promotes taking caring of our bodies through nutrition, mobility training and strengthening exercises.   If we take care of our body, it will perform better with the appropriate training and coaching.

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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Practice Extreme Ownership of Everything in Your Life

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

When making decisions about your life, it seems like everyone has an opinion sometimes. It’s
enough to make you wonder: Whose life is it, anyway — yours or “theirs”?

Are you accountable for your wins but not failures? Do you try to please everybody, and then
point a finger when things don’t go according to plan?

If so, you’re not alone. This is natural, given your goals, relationships and commitments. So,
take a moment to reflect – and realize that your life is yours and yours alone. Seize the concept
of extreme ownership and personal responsibility for everything in it. How you interpret and
react to people, places and things is KEY to living your most empowered and happy life.

That’s a tough concept, isn’t it? Especially when there’s so much in life we can’t control. Life
gets difficult and even messy. So, how can you be expected to “OWN” everything in it?

Well, the concept or “extreme ownership” has taken off in many circles, including some in
Corporate America, where executives are taught to be accountable, have a plan B, lead big
teams, and hit their goals. It’s also the title of a best-selling book by a couple of Navy Seals, also
known for delivering under pressure. They offer seven lessons we can all apply to our lives.

  1. Seize accountability. When something goes wrong, figure out what happened so you can learn from it.
  2. Standards are what you tolerate. So, stand for excellence.
  3. Understand your why. Be sure you’re clear about your motivation.
  4. Develop a simple plan. Remove complications, roadblocks and doubt.
  5. Make choices based on your priorities. What are the most important tasks you face? Do them first.
  6. Trust yourself and your advisers. Sometimes you can figure it out yourself; but realize when you need advice or help, and then get it.
  7. Discipline brings freedom. By practicing little acts of discipline, like making your bed when you wake up, you’re creating the mindset that will drive you through each day.

And why should we do all of this?

Because by taking “extreme ownership,” we’re extremely more likely to get the life we want.
Simple as that.

If becoming a faster and stronger triathlete is something you want, practicing extreme ownership is sure to help you achieve those goals.

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.

1st Place in his 1st Olympic distance Triathlon- Joseph Brittain, Rockstar Beginner Triathlete

by fullcircle, posted in ROCKSTARS

1st Place in his 1st Olympic distance Triathlon- Joseph Brittain, Rockstar Beginner Triathlete

Coaches Notes:

I am so impressed with Joseph and his triathlon journey over the last 8 weeks.

We met at the Ride on Ryan Sprint Triathlon in Savannah, Georgia, which, as you all know, is the race I am part of to honor the memory of my deceased boyfriend, Ryan Williams.

Every year we get beginner triathletes to cross the line, falling in love with triathlon just as much as Ryan did. This year, I offered a raffle for my eight-week beginner tri program, and Joseph won!

He did all the training, asking questions and showing up at the coach’s calls to reach his goal of an Olympic Distance Triathlon.

Not only did he complete it, but he got 1st in his age group!

WOO HOO! Ryan would be so proud as am I and Full Circle Coach Ollie Garcia, who is head coach for the beginner tri group program!

You are a Rockstar Triathlete, Joseph- I can’t wait to see what’s next for your triathlon journey!

What is your age?
29

What is your profession?:
Civil Engineer in Savannah, GA

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I met Coach Erinne and Coach Ollie at the Ride on Ryan Sprint Triathlon in Savannah in May 2023.  They were very easy to talk to and even gave me a few tips before the race. I had done a couple sprints, but I knew I wanted to complete my first Olympic triathlon ASAP. I jumped at the opportunity to be able to work with Coach Erinne and Coach Ollie when I saw Full Circle was offering an 8-week training program at the charity silent auction.

What is/ was your “A” race for this season?
Game on! St. Augustine Olympic Triathlon last week. Hopefully, I’ll set a new “A” race in stone soon.

What are your BIG goals?
I try to not get too far ahead of myself, but I certainly want to complete my first marathon and first half ironman soon.

Tell me about your successes so far!
I started taking my fitness journey seriously in January 2022. I was initially trying to lose weight and get in better shape for an upcoming ski trip.  That is when I signed up for my first 5K race since high school. I really enjoyed the challenge and competition and have been progressively taking on bigger and bigger challenges ever since.

It’s been very rewarding to be able to surprise myself each step along the way so far.  Losing 20 pounds (190 lbs to 170 lbs) is just icing on the cake so to speak.

What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 
Swim:  In my first couple sprints, I would swap to breaststroke to get my heart rate down and sight.  In my recent Olympic, I had better pacing / breathing, and swam in freestyle the whole time with no problem. My sighting is still a work in progress.

Bike: Thanks to the training plan and making the jump from a road bike to a triathlon bike.  I went from an 18.7 mph pace in my Sprint race in May 2023 to a 21-mph pace in my Olympic race in July 2023. 

Run: I’ve made significant improvements since 2022 in the 5K (24:32 to 19:55) and 10K (± 50 min to 42:02). I also completed my first Half Marathon in January 2023 (1 hour 38 minutes) and completed my longest run ever during a 3-hour timed race in April 2023 (21 miles).

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

  1. Following the Training Plan. Spending as much time swimming and biking, as I did running.
  2. Asking questions. I’m not too ashamed to admit that I didn’t know I needed to be cleaning my bike chain regularly.
  3. Group Training / Accountability. 

What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?
Being relatively new to the sport, I am excited about continuing to make connections with other people with similar goals or taking on similar challenges. I’m also excited about continuing to progress in my fitness journey and hopefully continuing to be surprised by what I’m able to accomplish.  

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
It was great being able to ask questions and get suggestions from someone with a lot of experience in Triathlon and Coaching. Coach Erinne and Coach Ollie really challenged me and some of the workouts were harder than I was used to, but it gave me a lot of confidence to know that I was prepared on race day.

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.

Nutrition the key to Rockstar Claudia Coronado’s Running Success!

by fullcircle, posted in ROCKSTARS

Rockstar: Claudia Coronado

Coaches Notes:

So proud of Claudia for completing her Mexico City 13.1. This is a challenging course at altitude and with hills. We first had to overcome some strength and injury setbacks. Runner’s knee (a common running injury) came up in training, which can happen when the volume of running is ramped up too quickly without the proper leg and core strength.

We backed off of training volume a few weeks, and implemented my Strength and Mobility Essentials strength training protocol for running, as well as video analysis to fine-tune her running technique.

This, combined with increasing her calories from quality nutrition in training and racing helped her achieve the goal of completing the race!!

Way to go, Claudia! You are a Rockstar Runner- Now let’s get that sprint tri in before the end of 2023! You got this!

What is your age?
51

What is your profession?:
Consultant for the hospitality Industry.

Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
To improve my health and performance in sports, especially running. I realized it is always better to train with a team, and Full Circle Coaching is a great one.

What is/ was your “A” race for this season?
Mexico City Half Marathon, a few weeks ago.

What are your BIG goals?
Get faster in my running.
Space Coast 10 Mile Race in Cape Canaveral in December.
Improve my swimming, biking, and running technique and do my first Sprint triathlon.

Tell me about your successes so far!
My biggest success is to believe in myself, and THANK’S to you (Coach Erinne) and Coach Ollie I’m more confident and know that I can do whatever I can imagine!!! Running the Mexico Half Marathon was a great accomplishment because of all the difficulties that this race has. Running at altitude and on hills really challenged me.

What were some of your biggest improvements in performance in your running? 
 I learned a better way to run in all aspects. I improved my 1-mile run test from 10:59 to a 9:55, a big Personal Record (PR) for me.  

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

  1. Training with the Full Circle Coaching Team.
  2. A personalized plan to train for this race.
  3. Holistic approach: Information received not just about the sports but health & nutrition. 

What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?
To have the discipline to be able to accomplish my goals. I feel happy and strong when I run; it is my own time.

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Will be the best decision ever, you need to train with a team, this will give you more confidence, you will improve in each sport.  You will have the sense of being part of a big family !!!! 

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.

I’m Not Your Typical Triathlon Coach

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Erinne

I’m Not Your Typical Triathlon Coach

When you shop around for coaches, you may find many of the same old kind of coaching.
A monthly membership fee in return for a training plan – with little to zero accountability.

I don’t know about you, but that does not work for me.

I am a triathlete just like you and I expect a lot from anyone who coaches me.

I expect my coach to practice what they preach. If my coach is not healthy and in shape and training and racing for triathlons – they will not be my coach!

Me and my team of coaches are all triathletes and have over 50 years of combined training and coaching experience. We all train and race and know exactly what it takes to improve in the sport using our proven training programs that get results and help you to keep improving.

Today I wanted to share how my coaching program is VERY different from the mainstream. 

In my Triathlon Transformation Coaching program, I help you have a relationship with your body that allows for your best performance.
I teach you how to train and fuel yourself to thrive in the sport of triathlon and life.

I help you each step of the way to your first triathlon or you 100th.

The goal is constant steady improvement no matter what your experience level is.

We use evaluations to assess your exact skill and fitness level and then create the training program based on these evaluations and field testing to help you improve in a step by step process that guarantees results.

These evaluations are what make the training program individual to you.

Please don’t hire me if you want to train with no specificity or focus, get injured and burn out with tons of junk miles!
We will not be aligned, and the results won’t come.

If you are ready for a triathlon transformation using your personal strengths and improving your limiters to achieve your triathlon dreams with a proven scientific training plan,
here’s my application to join my 16-week Triathlon Transformation Triathlon Training Program.
After you fill it out, take the time to set up a Triathlon Breakthrough Session to learn more about working together. We will review your triathlon goals and dreams and I’ll explain exactly how my program works and we can decide together if we are a good fit to work together.

I’m accepting five more spots this month! Just in time to finish 2023 with success!

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.

Get started with my 16-week Triathlon Transformation Triathlon Training Program by filling out this application.

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Daring Triathlete Swims With Sharks To Escape From Alcatraz

by fullcircle, posted in ROCKSTARS

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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4 Months To Your Fastest Triathlon, Guaranteed!

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs

4 Months To Your Fastest Triathlon, Guaranteed!

What would it mean to you to know exactly the steps to take for your fastest triathlon in just 16 weeks?

If you don’t already know, 
I’m Coach Erinne Guthrie,
Chief motivating officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010 –
The Best Holistic Triathlon Coaching Company in the World.

I did my first triathlon back in 1997 and I have completed over 350 endurance events since then, as well as coached 1000’s of athletes across 1000’s of finish lines worldwide.

Hundreds of podiums have come as a result of my 16-Week Signature Triathlon Transformation Training Program.

Are you next?

Getting faster is simple and not as hard as you might think.

If you follow my proven step-by-step process, you are guaranteed your fastest triathlon in 4 months, not years!

How does it work?

We start with You!

Learning everything about you –

  • Your Triathlon Dreams.
  • Your lifestyle.
  • The amount of time you have to train.
  • Your skills in each of the 3 sports, and past racing experience.
  • Any past injuries and your commitment level.

“When you have a dream, you don’t need a crisis”

Fulfilling dreams is what a thriving life is all about!

In my program, we do not teach you how to survive your triathlon.

We teach you how to thrive and transform your life through the sport of Triathlon. You are reading this for a reason!

Next, We evaluate you from your toes to your nose.
– What is your current fitness level?
– What is your skill level in the swim, bike, run?
– What is your strength and mobility level

Because without strength and mobility, you are setting yourself up for injury.

What is Your lifestyle?

– Your family commitments – they are the priority, remember?
– Your work life/ balance?
– How much time do you realistically have to train?

These things are so important because they ultimately dictate the race distance you can train for.

After all the evaluations using video analysis and simple field testing anyone can perform, we then create your ideal training program.

Support and Accountability

Our team of coaches are all USAT Certified and have over 40 years of combined experience.
We are with you every step of the way.
From your first day with us to the finish line and typically a lot longer!
Your life will forever be transformed.

We have:

  • Weekly Coaching Calls to help answer your questions and provide support.
  • Unlimited text communication on weekdays.
  • Equipment guidance and Race day support.
  • Technology support, and of course.
  • Our fantastic tribe of athletes – which is like no other.

Like attracts like, and this group is so caring, supportive, and inspirational.

Does it Work?

Hear all about my happy triathletes successes on my Rockstar Blog.

Does this sound like something you desire?

To learn more – Please fill out this Application and set up your Triathlon Break-Through Session.

I can’t wait to hear from you!

Wishing you well,
Coach Erinne

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.