From First Half Marathon to Ironman Dreams
Coaches Notes:
Binyamin came to me to learn how to swim safely in open water, and when he saw the rest of the group doing triathlons, he jumped right in!
He has come a long way in just a few months. Always trusting the process, listening to the coaches, and achieving constant, steady improvement. We also love his support and encouragement of all the athletes on the team.
His swim times improved, his bike-handling skills were much better, and his 1-mile run test went from 6:58 to 6:31in just a few months.
And he just hit a first-time 13.1 in 1:56!
Super proud of you, Binyamin!
Let’s get that full Ironman done. Love the big goals for 2026 and 2027.
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Meet Binyamin, 38 Sports Medicine Chiropractor
Why did you choose FCC to help you on your triathlon/health and wellness journey?
I connected immediately with Coach Erinne on our initial phone call and she is aligned with the health and wellness concepts that I promote in my practice. I had success working with great mentors within the chiropractic profession and in my next phase I wanted to learn from the best coaches and athletes and was organically introduced to Erinne. After our first conversation, I knew this was my path professionally. At this point I made the commitment to become a stronger athlete and improve my skills to compete in triathlons and marathons.
What is your “A” race for this season?
Swim Miami – 5K
What are your BIG goals?
To complete IronMan Florida in November 2026, 10 K El Cruce Open water swim, and finish sub 4 hours at Miami full Marathon 2027.
What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. Please include any Personal Records and Goals achieved.
Swim
I improved my endurance overall. I got a taste of marathon swimming, completing the 1.75-mile loop around Dildo Island, and a couple of times, completing the 2-mile loop with dolphins and rainbows. I have gotten faster, averaging 1:30 / 100 yards in pool swims and under 2:30 / 100 yards in open water.
Bike
Completed the Integrity Multisport Key Biscayne Sprint, which involves climbing the Rickenbacker against a headwind, and did a 35-mile ride to watch the Turkey Day race in Homestead. That was really cool, and I faced my fear of biking up and down hills, especially downhill. Now I kinda like it, going 30+ mph.
Run
Improved my form tremendously and learned to negative-split in training. I just completed my first half-marathon in Miami, finishing in 1:56:56 running in XERO footwear.
Name 2 or 3 things that have made the biggest difference in your journey
The Full Circle Coaching group training and WhatsApp Group Chat was a seamless transition from run clubs I used to frequent, keeping the social benefits of training together and keeping the group chat lit, posting my workouts, and getting everyone’s feedback.
Another thing is the location. We get to use Key Biscayne, an athlete’s paradise, to train each of the skills multiple times per week. It is right down the street, so it’s convenient to get training done early and then head straight to the clinic for work.
What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?
Being part of such a positive, goal-oriented community not only inspires me professionally but also, as an individual, to push myself to the limits of my potential. Mentally and physically, I am stronger than I have ever been; that is a direct result of my commitment to triathlon and the Full Circle Coaching Coaches and Community.
What would you say to another person who was on the fence about joining our training program?
Trusting our instincts and quieting that voice of opposition in our head is one of the best outcomes of triathlon training. I have learned to solve problems faster in real time, stay calmer, and feel stronger since I started. It’s normal to question or even doubt, that’s just our brains trying to keep us comfortable. Those of us who really want growth and to feel alive- we focus on that next thing and before you know it you’re finishing your race! Believe in yourself! Trust your instincts!
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About Coach Erinne Guthrie Erinne has been a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and the Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching since 2010. She’s been empowering triathletes since 1997, combining her experience as a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, and more.