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From Grill Master to Triathlon Champion: 109 Burger Joint Owner Hooked After Jumping In The Pool

by fullcircle, posted in ROCKSTARS

From Grill Master to Triathlon Champion: 109 Burger Joint Owner Hooked After Jumping In The Pool

COACH’S NOTES:

As a complete new comer to triathlon, Jose had the desire and followed the Full Circle Coaching Couch2-Tri Program to the letter to achieve amazing results.

He barely missed a single training session in the 8 week beginner program and implemented all the training suggestions to cross the finish line strong after some tough windy wavy conditions in the Key West Triathlon.

I am so proud to welcome him to the Triathlon Tribe and love his enthusiasm to tackle some serious new triathlon goals!

Way to go Jose!  Thanks for being an inspiration to those people that may be a little unsure in taking on the goal of a triathlon and showing how well this program works.

*109 Burger Joint, considered one of the best burger spots in Miami since opening in 2015!
Located in Sweetwater on 109th Ave and SW 7th Street, across from FIU.

ABOUT THE ATHLETE

Age:

24 years young

Profession:

Chef/Restaurant Owner/Full-time student

Why you chose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?

After doing research, I saw that FC had a great staff and workout plans for its athletes. I did a skype call with Erinne  and loved her energy and passion. She invited me to a free one week trial and I was hooked!

What is your “A” race for this season?

Escape to Miami in September will be my first international distance race! But I just completed my first triathlon ever after graduating from Full Circle Coaching Couch to Tri Program

Please share your BIG goals:

Like every triathlete my BIG goal is to finish an Ironman one day. Also, to become better faster and stronger with every race I participate in!

Tell me about your successes so far:

I completed the Coach-to-Tri program with Full Circle and was able to run my first triathlon! I completed the sprint at Tri-Key West. It was a tough race with some unexpected challenges but it was amazing! Loved every part of it. My training prepared me well enough to feel confident in my abilities. Cannot wait for all the races to come!

What were some of your biggest improvements in performance in Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health?

  • Swim: when I started with FC I couldn’t swim across the pool. After the program I not only learned to swim correctly but I was able to conquer a very tough, rough windy swim at TriKW.
  • Bike: My speed and efficiency on the bike was miles better after the training.
  • Run: When I started with FC I couldn’t run a mile. Now I can run an 8-min mile and was able to complete a 5k!

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

  1. Having a very supportive coaching staff that knows exactly what I need to become better and to reach my goals. They are great mentors that will always push me to get to the next level.
  2. Having a great team around me that can always be counted on. Whether good or bad I know the FC tribe will be there to help.
  3. Building the self-confidence to believe in myself. Setting achievable goals that will help me grow and become better, not only in triathlon but life in general.

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?

I love being part of something that is so much fun and also just betters life. Since I started training for triathlon I have been feeling better in all aspects of my life. It is also exciting taking part in one of greatest physical challenges that we can partake as humans. The sense of achievement from completing a triathlon  is like no other!

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?

Jump off the fence and into the pool! The hardest part about this whole process was starting. Once you’re in it you will get hooked!

Watch this video about Jose’s experience in our Couch to Tri Program!
https://youtu.be/kFl150n5Pvw

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 is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997, Member of Team USA and Competed in over 150 races.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Level 2 Master’s Swim Coach, Metabolic Efficiency Expert and Motivational Speaker, Mom,  and much much more.

How’s your head?

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Swim

How’s your head?

Proper head position while swimming freestyle is probably the most common thing that needs correction when I work with swimmers.

99% of swimmers look forward instead of straight down in a neutral head and neck position.

Can you imagine walking around looking up all day? Your neck would hurt, and you would miss out on a lot right in front of you!

When you look forward in the water, your forehead breaks the surface of the water (creating drag), and then your hips and legs drop low, also creating drag.

Then when you turn your head to breathe, your mouth is underwater, so you lift your head even higher to get air, and guess what? More drag, more resistance as you swim through the water! NOT FUN!

This is one of the reasons head-up swimmers are slower in the water- too much resistance slowing them down.

But there is a good explanation: swimming with your head up is where most new swimmers start.

We are land mammals and need air to live, and being in water can cause stress in our brains, we could die if we don’t know what we are doing, so the fear is real!

In addition, your fight-or-flight hormones can get triggered simply by being in the water unless you have adequately trained and built your confidence so you feel safe in the water.

The brain will tell the body, “the air is up, so you must lift your head to breathe.” But, as mentioned above, this causes drag and makes slipping through the water in your streamline difficult.

We must reprogram the brain, so it feels safe to face down in the water. Teach yourself to roll on your side rather than lift your head to breathe (look for my other swim technique videos on how to breathe properly while swimming in the water).

The Paddle Lead Drill in this video will help you gain awareness of the perfect place for your head while swimming. With this drill, you can perfect your head position for less drag and still get all the air you need.

-Start by kicking with fins on, arms by your side, and placing the paddle on the top of your head. 

-Your forward movement will keep the paddle in place. Next, start face down, blow your bubbles, and flip onto your back to breathe, keeping the paddle in place.

-The next progression is to kick on your side with the paddle on your head. Start by looking straight down and blowing bubbles out of your nose, then turn your head to the side to breathe without lifting the head and losing the paddle.

-Turn the head so that one goggle and your mouth are clear of the water to breathe in, then look back down to the bottom of the pool and repeat the process. Be sure to practice both sides.

When you have mastered the above, add your arm movement and swim freestyle, still keeping the paddle in place, breathing, and stroking.

When the paddle stays in place the whole time, and you are not swallowing water, you know your head is in the correct position!

Finally, remove the fins and start the whole process over again.

Happy Swimming.

Want to learn all the most critical skills for swimming? My Swim Essentials Program starts March 25th.

Click HERE for complete details & registration!

Do you have other questions? Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session.

Erinne Guthrie has been a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. 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, and much more.

The Power of Knowing your “Why”

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

The Power of knowing your “Why”

If you want to achieve a Big Goal, then you need a good motivator — a primary reason why you want to do a…. triathlon, start to exercise, eat right, and live a healthy lifestyle.

We talk to athletes about this all the time.

Everyone has a powerful, compelling reason why they decide to train for an Ironman, lift weights, run, swim, do yoga, run a marathon, and more.

Here are just a few of the most universal:
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Enjoying sports, hobbies and playing with kids
• Social interaction
• Physical and mental health
• Treatment of chronic pain or conditions
• Better quality of life
Get on the podium
Qualify for a world championships
Confidence

Do any of those strike a chord with you?

Any reason is a good reason. Heck, you don’t even have to have one. But many people like to remind themselves of their primary driver. It can give you a boost when you’re not feeling motivated.

And it can guide your choices about how to spend your time and energy.

The next time you say to yourself, “Why do I even bother doing this…” remember the power of your very own WHY.

It can save you from eating foods that aren’t in alignment with your goals, skipping workouts, & even quitting altogether.

Remember, those who achieve GREAT things aren’t motivated all the time…or even most of the time.

But, their WHY is more important than their comfort.

You can create that for yourself too, my friend.

If you are ready to take action on your WHY please use this link to set up your Triathlon Breakthrough Session!

If you’re ready to take action on your WHY, please use the following link to set your Triathlon Breakthrough Session! https://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU

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 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.

Group Ride 101 – The basics of group cycling and why you should do it

by fullcircle, posted in Bike, Blogs

Group Ride 101 – The basics of group cycling and why you should do it

Group Ride Definition – As a group, you either ride single file or side by side in order to share the work. The rider(s) at the front set(s) the pace and take most of the wind. The riders behind are drafting.

Why include group rides in your training program

  • As a triathlete learning to ride in a group improves your skill as a cyclist.
  • You also get the benefit of riding longer with less effort if you are drafting so you can increase your time in the saddle in a fun group ride setting.
  • Stronger cyclists can also benefit from pushing harder and going faster in a group setting and getting rest as they take turns at the front.

It’s important to know what type of group ride you are joining as there can be different goals for the group effort.



Communication is essential as mentioned above, discuss the purpose of the ride before you leave. What is the speed you will aim to maintain and how long are you riding. Will it be an aerobic group ride where everyone plans to stay together and no one gets dropped or, a speed fest where the group will be going fast and if you get dropped you are S.O.L., (sh*t out of luck)! 

It is also essential to communicate if you will be making any sudden movements as it affects everyone behind you. The goal is to stay in 1 or 2 lines and either rotate thru to the front or keep the same group leaders. If you are going to coast, brake, or get out of the saddle to stretch, give a hand signal to the rider behind  you to let them know so they can adjust and so on.

Being vocal about what is coming up like potholes, water, turns and stops as well as if a vehicle is passing is essential common vocalizations are:

  • Rider, walker, runner up
  • Passing
  • Right turn
  • Left turn
  • Slowing
  • Stopping

Don’t be afraid to be very vocal to again keep everyone safe.

Avoid erratic movements
Always keep your hands on the hoods or the drops of your handlebars so you have quick access to the brakes, and if you do need to brake do so gently feathering them to avoid the jerky movements.

Before joining group ride, you must have a certain level of bike handling skills.

  • Ride with one hand and keep a steady pace so you can eat and drink and hold a straight line wiht your bike
  • Be comfortable drafting within 1 foot of the cyclist wheel in front of you so the group can stay together
  • Be able to brake quickly and effectively in an emergency situation, like a car pulling out in front of you, or another cyclist cutting you off.

Nutrition

  • Eat real food before you go on a group ride like eggs, avocado and maybe some complex carbohydrates like sweet potato as opposed to sports nutrition.
  • Plan on having carbohydrates in your water bottle as well as electrolytes as needed based on hot or cold conditions. Always bring extra sports nutrition that is easy to access while you are pedaling to prevent running our of energy or “Bonking.” Some suggestions are Bloks, Bars, Gels, but please check ingredients and time the intake for about 100 calories/ 1/2 hour if you are riding over an hour and 30 minutes.
  • Bonking is a term used for exercising to the point where you run out of energy in the body and you feel terrible and have to stop. Not a good thing to have happen in any instance but especially if an entire group is waiting for you. 

No Coasting
Just keep pedaling- avoid the pedal/ coasting yoyo- when you are on the bike you should be constantly pedaling and adjusting your gears appropriately to slow down and speed up as needed. When you coast it forces everyone behind you to brake and then have to accelerate creating a yoyo effect which is very tiring, aim to pedal all the time at an rpm of 85-95 to keep the group smooth and consistent

Turn Slower
After turns be considerate of all the cyclists behind you and accelerate back to the given speed gradually so everyone catches up and stays together in the draft.

Special considerations:
A cyclist in front of you starts to fall back and there is a gap in the line. A considerate thing to do is to pass that cyclist slowly and get in front of them and ask them to get on your wheel to pull them back up and or ask the group leader to slow the pace slightly to get back together as opposed to blowing by the tired cyclist and dropping them- NOT COOL!

Parameters to keep track of Heart rate, RPMS, Speed

  • If your Heart rate gets too high especially in the first half of the ride there is a good chance you will set yourself up to blow up- remember even on group rides the goal is to negative split or just be consistent the whole ride with regard to effort, heart rate and speed. Most groups start way too fast with no warm up and blow up on the way home.

  • RPMS– Revolutions Per Minute- 80+ is a good average rpm to aim for.

  • Speed- Group rides are the only time I ask my athletes to pay attention to their speed. It’s necessary for the group to stay together to know what average speed to hold.


Rotating pace lines– Rotating pace lines are a great way to let everyone have an opportunity to take turns pulling the group at the front and also resting in the draft when they rotate to the back of the group.

  • Single rotating pace line All cyclists pedaling in a straight line within one foot of each other at the desired speed- say 18 MPH. Decide how long each pull will be- lets say 30 seconds. After 30 seconds at the front, the lead cyclist looks over his shoulder to make sure it is safe to move left and soft pedal to drop to the back of the line as the next cyclist MAINTAINS the same speed and takes their turn pulling. Be sure not to accelerate as you take the lead. Repeat as long as possible.

  • Double pace line Same as the single pace line, except 2 lines side by side. Decide which direction the rotation will occur- right to left or left to right. This is much more difficult but again a skill worth learning if you want to become a great cyclist.

Light it up– It’s been proven in studies that using bike lights even during the day can help cyclists avoid being hit by other motor vehicles.

Newbies– Should start at the back of the group but understand they will have to work harder as they slow down and accelerate more at the back of the pack. The best draft is in the front to middle of the group.

You need more than a group ride.
Remember you don’t become a great triathlete only riding in a group. This is just one component of your cycling training. Just because you can draft at 25 MPH does not mean you can hold this speed on your own. Your solo training still has to be included in your training program. Hills, Intervals, Strength, Speed work, Etc.

Aero bars– Riding in your aero bars can be very dangerous because you do not have access to your brakes in this position. Only VERY skilled cyclists should attempt this in a group setting.
But it doesn’t mean you can’t ride your triathlon bike in a group ride, just need to stay up more often then when you are riding solo and be sure to ask permission to ride in your aero bars before doing so.

 

This is just a short list of things to know about group ride etiquette. Please subscribe to my Youtube Channel and follow me on Facebook and Instagram for more great triathlon content.

If you are interested in improving your cycling performance, please click this link to get on the wait list for our annual Cycling Essentials Clinic. It will have a combination of both virtual and in-person training and tips.

Use this link to get on the waitlist to join us for our Cycling Essentials Clinic event!

 

Got questions… Use this LINK below to schedule a call with me:
https://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU

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 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.

Your Body is Amazing

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Your Body is Amazing

People sometimes ask why I exercise regularly. 

Sometimes they even ask if I’m trying to make a point, or prevent aging, or hold onto my youthful vanity… On and on…

But here’s the truth.

I move my body because I am grateful that I can.

If you have the ability to care for your body, then you should see exercise and healthy eating as GIFTS, not burdens. Because not everyone can, you know.

Are you showing thanks for that every day? The more you challenge your body – THE BETTER YOU CARE FOR IT —  the more it will respond.

Look, sometimes I don’t feel like working out. But I do it anyway. It’s a ritual of expressing gratitude. And it keeps me humble, knowing that I might not always be so strong, fast or agile.

Our bodies change, after all.

So give your body everything you’ve got, each and every day.

Need help getting started? Use this LINK below to schedule:
https://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU

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 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.

Who’s on your team?

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Who’s on your team?

How do you feel about your healthy habits going into the holidays?

Are you confident that you can stay on track during the busy season of eating, drinking, and schedules being thrown out the window?

Or, could you use some friendly support?

Recruiting and relying on an accountability team is a great way to navigate the holidays. Gather a group of people, or just one friend, and share your goals with each other. Then, check in daily to follow up, offer encouragement, and remind each other that you’re in it together.

When you reach out for help, you’re giving it to the other person as much as you’re getting it.

And when someone asks you to hold her accountable, she’s showing she trusts you with him/her health.

And it works. Try it this month!

If you need team members to support, use this link to schedule a call:
https://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU

Also, you can SCHEDULE A “TRIATHLON BREAKTHROUGH” SESSION! 
Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule for a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of 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.

There’s still time for your 2021 goals!

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

There’s still time for your 2021 goals!

OK, it’s time for annual inventory! That’s right. Get out a pen and pad and take stock – of your 2021 goals, the progress you made, and what you can still work on before the calendar turns to 2022.

Here’s my step-by-step guide.

  1. Write a list of your successes for the year; another list for disappointments; another for unresolved goals. Then reevaluate those to see how you feel about them now.
  2. Pat yourself on the back for your wins, and accept whatever disappointment you’re feeling. 
  3. Then let that go! Check that baggage and move ahead with a clear conscience.
  4. Next, look for opportunities to take action on your 2021 goals in the remaining days of this year. Don’t make the common mistake of saying, “Well, the year’s almost over, so I guess I’ll just revert to my old ways until January 1!”

That last step might be the most important one.

You’ve got to use all the time you’re given to reach your goals… even after you’ve reassessed and maybe even adjusted them.

And you don’t want to blow your gains here in the homestretch.

Think about it: Does your favorite football team just blow off the last 10 minutes of a game because they’re behind?

Of course not. So, play on! And when the calendar does turn, you’ll be even better set to look ahead at the next new year.

I have 4 spots open for my 4 month Triathlon Transformation Program- Let’s talk

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

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

Are you making the most out of your life?

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

Are you making the most out of your life?

Do you remember being a kid and hearing adults say things like, “Life is short. It goes by so fast”? I thought that was crazy, because my next birthday always seemed sooooo far away. Right? 

But the older I get, the more I realize they were right. 

Children who were toddlers the last time we saw them are suddenly full grown.

Neighborhoods we remember as quaint are now overrun with development.

People we loved are gone.

I’m grateful for this more mature outlook I have now. It’s made me even more determined to be sure I’m putting the most I can into my short time on this earth. 

Death is a part of life, and even if we fear it, we can get some value from its certainty. It can inspire us to love ourselves and others, to live by our values, and to leave things a little better than we found them. That includes staying as strong and healthy as we can.

I love a poem by Mary Oliver called “The Summer Day.” Her last lines sum it up so beautifully.

Doesn’t everything die at last, and too soon?

Tell me, what is it you plan to do

With your one wild and precious life?

Are you making the most of your one shot at this life?

What’s one thing you can do today to accelerate your happiness, fulfillment, or abundance? I’d love if you’d reply and let me know.

As I watch my mother slowly dying and letting go of her life, learning to accept this inevitability peacefully and daily, I am reminded of all the things I still desire to feel, see and do and the driving motivation is bigger than ever.

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

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

The best gift to give your loved ones

by fullcircle, posted in Blogs, Mindset

The best gift to give your loved ones

Every year, millions of us worry about finding the perfect gifts for all the people on our list. What to buy for him, where to shop for her, and how in the world will I find This Year’s Must-Have Toy???

And every DAY, millions of us say we’d love to take better care of our health, but we just can’t afford it.

Well, here’s a solution for all of that: Give them the gift of YOU.

Take the money you would spend on soon-to-be-forgotten presents and apply it instead to your own healthy living. Do you need:

  • A new gym membership?
  • Some workout clothes or shoes?
  • A coaching program to keep you accountable?
  • A cooking class, or nutrition program?

Let’s be honest – if you’re not taking care of you and maximizing the length and quality of your life, your loved ones will suffer long-term.

Gift-giving is about expressing love, and what better way to do it than by making the most of your body, mind and spirit on a daily basis? Plus, don’t you know they’d rather have you around longer – healthier and happier – than they’d like another sweater they’re never going to wear? 

You’re worth it.

YOU ARE. 

Happy shopping.

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

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of 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.

Rockstar Triathlete Christopher Boykin

by fullcircle, posted in ROCKSTARS

Rockstar Triathlete Christopher Boykin

Coach’s Notes: I am so incredibly proud of Christopher because he has busted through a more than year long case of limiting beliefs that has kept him stuck.

I asked him not to be focused on the outcome and simply follow the darn instructions, and show up for himself consistently over the next few months and we will get him across the finish line at Ironmman Florida, 2021.

He also joined my nutrition essentials program. And you can see from his before and after images below he is now 51 lbs lighter, after his own hard work and some additional tips from me.

The main goal as he writes below was not the race- but to improve quality of life and feel good in his body again.

The race was a struggle due to some tough cold windy conditions and he most definitely finished in 17+ hours and I so appreciate that he did not stop until he did the distance- BUT who cares, because the ultimate goal was realized- he did the distance of a full Ironman.

Now, He is back in his body again. In a place of feeling amazing and giving back. His energy and spunk are on high voltage.

So happy you are back Christopher- cannot wait to see what 2022 brings for you- You are definitely a Rock Star Triathlete!

Age: 49 (going on 17)

Profession: Executive Director of Pelican Harbor Seabird Station (Miami’s Native Wildlife Hospital)

Why you chose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey? Because Erinne is “the bomb”. I’ve known and seen her at races and out training since 2007 and I was always drawn to her warm, positive energy.

What is/was your “A” race for this season? Ironman Florida 2021

Please share your BIG goals: My BIG goals are to increase my fitness, vitality and quality of life by decreasing my BMI to under 25%, increasing my VO2 Max to the Good/Excellent range, move from a Clydesdale to an age grouper and finish in the top 25% of my races.

Tell me about your successes so far:

I completed 44 triathlons between 2007 to present with eight sprints and *Ironman Florida this year. I completed the New York, Chicago & San Diego marathons and four Ironmans with 13:36 being my fastest IM.

This summer I was the Clydesdale 40+ Division Champion at the Key Biscayne Trilogy Sprint Series.

*I assume that some people thought I was crazy for taking on IM FL with only two months of training and for going long before I was strong. It was part of my weight loss journey and I wanted/needed the challenge. My prior coach through Garmin/Training Peaks had discouraged me from attempting it. I appreciate Erinne’s support of this decision.

What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for the each of the following? Swim: Bike: Run: Nutrition/Health: Please include any Personal Records and Goals achieved:
My VO2 max increased 4 points in just two months of training with Full Circle and the speed work at the track, pool and intervals on the bike helped so much.
My body has started to feel great again (like a machine) that is fun to be in and I didn’t know if that would ever be possible for me again.

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

  1. Coach Erinne’s knowledge and positive loving support
  2. The amazingly friendly and wonderful athletes and coaches of Full Circle Coaching who have made getting up early fun again.
  3. A great and oh so comfy bike fit by Coach Dennis and Perfect Aminos

What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?

As a biologist/nature person I love being outside, the mornings and everything about triathlon. I have an obsessive personality and could become obsessed with digging ditches, but triathlon is so much more fun.

What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Do it! You deserve it and will not regret it. Money comes and goes, but the best gift we can give ourselves and families is our own health so we can show up fully.

Curious about Full Circle’s Triathlon Transformation program?
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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 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.