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

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    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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    Busy Dad becomes first time Ironman in 12:10 with only 14 weeks of training; Rockstar Triathlete Carlos Guadamuz

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    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 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.

    Interested?

    Complete This Application

    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.

  • Blogs, Mindset

    Practice Extreme Ownership of Everything in Your Life

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    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.

  • Blogs, Mindset

     It’s Only Hard If You Want It to Be

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    Think someone in your life or someone you know of who’s struggling with something that’s undeniably hard.

    Severe illness, grievances, and losses plague millions of people on Earth.

    So remember and really think about the word “hard,” the next time you start to complain about training, working out, or making healthy choices in the kitchen.

    • Is it “too hard” to go to the gym?
    • Is it “too hard” to eat vegetables and fruit?
    • Is it “too hard” to make positive choices in your life?

    Most of us get to choose our “hard” tasks in life. And we’re making a choice every time we take action – or don’t.

    That’s right. Sitting on the couch – again — is a choice. Ignoring health and diet is a choice. And they lead to a future that’s truly, undeniably hard.

    • Living in a body we hate.
    • Facing serious health issues.
    • Shortening the amount of life we have to be active and independent.

    It’s all up to us to decide what’s hard and what’s not.

    The “easy” way isn’t always so. Let’s make the “hard” choices with gratitude. And get moving.

    My Beginner Triathlon Training Program can help you become the fittest you’ve ever been as you transform into a triathlete in just 8 weeks.

    Here’s what you get when you join my program:

    • 8 Weeks of training to succeed in crossing the finish line
    • Unlimited access (M-F) to your coaches on the WhatsApp Chat
    • The best team of triathletes to inspire and cheer you on
    • Training Peaks App (your daily online training plan)
    • Video modules to watch, learn & apply as you go
    • Live recorded weekly coaching calls supporting you every step of the way

    After my Beginner Triathlete Training, you’ll cross the finish line of your next race with confidence and exhilaration, waving your arms overhead, ecstatic knowing you reached a new personal achievement!

    Click here to learn more and get started!

  • ROCKSTARS

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

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    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.

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

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    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.

  • ROCKSTARS

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

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    Rockstar Tim Dare

    Coaches Notes:

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

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

    ABOUT TIM

    What is your age?
    48

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

    GET RESULTS LIKE THESE WITH THE TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION TRAINING PROGRAM

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

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

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

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

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

  • ROCKSTARS

    Never-Quit-Norcini Rockstar Triathlete

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    Never-Quit-Norcini Rockstar Triathlete

    Coaches Notes:

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

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

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

    What is your age?
    63

    What is your profession?:
    Financial Advisor

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

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

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

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

    What were some of your most significant improvements in performance?

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

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

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


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

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

    GET RESULTS LIKE THESE WITH THE TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION TRAINING PROGRAM

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

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

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

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

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

  • Bike, Blogs, Race Specific, Run, Swim

    Beat the Heat! How to train and race when it’s HOT outside!

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    Beat the Heat! How to train and race when it’s HOT outside!

    It is HOT! The hottest it’s ever been in the history of the world, according to the news!

    Please be careful when training in the heat.

    Training in the heat can cause excess dehydration, high heart rates, heat stroke, and death! But you can do lots of things to help your body handle the heat and still be able to train and race.

    • Practice training in the heat gradually. Start with 15-30 minutes and increase based on your race distance. This can help your body acclimate to higher temperatures. It’s a good idea to plan some of your training at the exact time of day you will be racing so your body gets used to the heat both mentally and physically.
    • Sauna- sitting in a sauna post-workout for 15 minutes, building up to 20-30 minutes, can help you get used to the heat as well. If possible, do not drink water while in the sauna, but please hydrate per a post sauna.
    • Hydrate and fuel a little extra than you think you should. Your body uses more calories and energy to keep core body temperatures down. I suggest sips of cool hydration every 10 minutes minimum in general while training, but especially if the heat is on.
    • Add extra sea salt to your food and in your water bottles. Remember to add a good-quality electrolyte mix. My favorite is the watermelon electrolyte supplement from Body Health. Organic coconut water is also helpful for added electrolytes.
    • Cooler drinks can help while training in the heat, but be careful with cramping in the stomach if the drink is too cold; one tip is to hold the ice water in your mouth for a few seconds before swallowing and take smaller sips.
    • Cool towels and sponges are sometimes offered on the race course. Using this in training works great too! Apply them to your forearms, forehead, back of your neck, and crotch area- be careful not to get your socks wet in your shoes which can cause blisters. Cool forearm sleeves can also be helpful.
    • Pre-Cooling- being in air conditioning or under a fan before training or racing can help you handle the heat longer.
    • Keep your face shaded with a visor instead of a closed-off baseball cap, and stay away from black helmets and race and training kits; black increases heat!
    • Never skip an aid station on the race course; reduce your pace to keep moving forward as needed.

    I used every single one of these tips while riding across the desert during RAAM last year. They make a big difference for me and my athletes racing warmer races.

    Happy heat training and racing!

    Join my private Facebook group, Triathlon Obsessed, for tons of tips and triathlon support!

    If you’re curious about what’s possible with your training, schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session and let’s do it! Click here: http://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 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.

  • Blogs, Erinne

    I’m Not Your Typical Triathlon Coach

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    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.