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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, Race Specific, Recipes

    Top 3 Tried and True Pre-Race Breakfasts

    Many triathletes are confused about what to eat for breakfast when they start to move away from the traditional sugar laden, carb heavy breakfasts like oatmeal and boxed cereals (dead food!)

    The following 3, are tried and true breakfasts that deliver nutrients as well as perfect proportions of fats, proteins and carbohydrates. My goal with offering these suggestions is to encourage eating real food before a race or hard training session so that you can get quality nutrition into your body before having to resort to sports nutrition for simple ease of use during a race. There are however lots of great options on the market now to keep it real even during a race. Look for those tips in an upcoming post. Also, for your convenience I’ve added links for purchasing information for the products I recommend. Just hover over the items in bold and click.

    Chia Seed Pudding – Super quick and easy. You can make it the night before and keep it covered in the fridge.
    2-3 tablespoons of organic chia seeds
    ½-1 cup of Real Coconut Milk,
    1 -2 tablespoons of Paleo Valley Bone Broth Protein
    Add a handful of organic almonds or walnuts, organic berries, organic banana- raw honey or maple syrup to taste. A pinch of real salt to include some minerals and electrolytes and you are good to go for a delicious nutritious snack or breakfast

    2-3  organic eggs cooked in coconut oil any way you like
    ½ –    1 whole sweet potato with real grass fed butter or coconut oil.
    I usually bake the potato the night before, have half for dinner and the other half with breakfast warmed up in the pan I cooked the eggs in. 

    Naturally smoked wild caught salmon with avocado and chia seeds (wrapped in a nori roll)with a squeeze of lemon – This is definitely my favorite pre-race meal. I actually learned about the salmon from an ultra -runner who ate it before every long run event. Salmon is easy to digest and has tons of great protein and omega 3 fatty acids. Paired with ½ avocado and sprinkled with hemp hearts and real sea salt and a squeeze of lemon or lime- It is the perfect pre-race/ training meal or snack.

    I know many of you would never even think of any of these items as breakfast food because we are so conditioned to our typical American breakfast of cereal or Eggo waffles that has negative nutrients and are actually harmful to your health.

    But I can tell you from personal experience, eating low sugar/ low processed food with higher nutrient value just makes you feel and perform better.

    Please test any of these out before you actually use them before a race.

    Never try anything new on race day, especially nutrition!

    Ready to learn all the best nutrition plans for your ultimate performance on race day along with every day?

    My Nutrition Essentials is starting June 6th.

    This program covers all the details about why the Standard American diet (SAD)s making everyone fat.

    It is truly up to YOU and you alone to take charge of your health through your daily nutrition, sleep, thoughts, and movement. There is no quick fix or wonder drug that does not have negative side effects.

    Join Nutrition Essentials by clicking here!

  • Blogs, ROCKSTARS, Ultimate Tri Camp

    Triathlon Transformation & Ultimate Tri Camp Rockstar Triathlete: Richie Ganitsky

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    Triathlon Transformation /Ultimate Tri Camp Rockstar Triathlete: Richie Ganitsky

    Coach Notes:

    Richie joined me during Bring a Buddy week in December, then decided to become a member of my 16-week Triathlon Transformation program and also jumped into my all-inclusive Ultimate Tri Camp experience. This is his combination feedback of everything he has done with Full Circle Coaching over the last 4 months.

    I want to congratulate you, Richie, on going all in because you have truly transformed in every aspect of your triathlon Life.

    From improving your swim technique, overcoming fear on the bike, being comfortable in group rides, tackling the hills of Clermont, Florida at Camp, and getting close to your record for your 13.1 from 10 years ago, and so much more! You know how to dig in and achieve new heights in your performance

    I am proud of your achievements and cannot wait to see what’s next for you. Thanks for choosing Full Circle Coaching for your Triathlon Journey. You are a true Rockstar Triathlete!

    Age: 46

    Profession: Attorney

    Why did you choose to Join Full Circle Coaching?

    After about three years of running just marathons, I wanted to improve my fitness, and my running coach had mentioned triathletes made the best improvements in speed.  In the back of my mind, I knew this was true since the best shape I had ever been in was when I had trained for triathlons prior to focusing only on running. 

    I knew of Coach Erinne from the Integrity Multisport race clinics.  Then I attended the Bring a Buddy Week trial period; Coach Erinne, Coach Ollie, and the athletes were very welcoming, so I joined the group. 

    Over the past four months, I have made big improvements.

    Swimming – I’ve improved my technique and swam much more in the ocean, which led to very good results at the Swim Miami mile in 33:20!

    On the Bike– Coach Erinne and Coach Dennis helped me overcome my fear of downhills by riding the hills of Clermont at Ultimate Triathlon Camp!

    And on the Run– I just raced the Mesa, Arizona half marathon in 1:47, a time I hadn’t achieved in almost ten years!

    I’ve also gotten stronger by eating more protein and supplementing with weight training and yoga!

    Also, training with Full Circle Coaching has motivated me to work out early in the mornings, which is an excellent start to my day!

    Why did you choose to attend the Ultimate Tri Camp for help in your triathlon journey?

    A week devoted to training at Clermont would be great! Also, I liked UTC’s emphasis on not just swimming, biking, and running sessions but also included holistic nutrition, yoga, and motivational speakers.

    Please share your BIG goals and how Ultimate Tri Camp supported you:

    My big goal was to enjoy a great week of fitness.

    Getting lots of technique tips from the coaches: like riding with Coach Erinne on the hills of Clermont, finding motivation from the other athletes and speakers, having daily yoga or meditation classes, massages every other day, healthy breakfasts, lunches, smoothies, and juices all delivered was great!

    What were some of your biggest Improvements in performance at Ultimate Tri Camp?

    Swim: With the improved technique, I feel less tired after swimming long distances.
    Bike: I started at the back of the pack on our first rides, and by the last part of our last ride, I was almost at the front of our “Cool Group.”
    Run: Running the clay trail with a Boston qualifier was fun learning about his experience.
    Nutrition/Health: Adding more protein to my diet has helped me to feel stronger and recover more quickly.
    Mindset: Improved positive thinking with mantras like “I can do anything” and “I get to do something challenging;” it is a privilege!

    Did you achieve any Personal Records or Goals? I achieved my goal of having a great time gaining fitness.

    Name 2 or 3 things you feel will make the biggest difference in your triathlon performance after participating in Ultimate Tri Camp:

    1. Replicating the increased fitness gained at UTC with my daily training in Miami.
    2. Getting to train throughout the season with the coaches and other athletes of Full Circle who also participated in UTC.
    3. The most unique triathlon part of UTC is the hilly bike terrain at Clermont, and having trained there is already making a positive difference in my riding in Miami.

    What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?

    I feel even leaner and stronger cross-training than mostly just running, which I’d been doing for several years.

    What was your favorite part of Ultimate Tri Camp?

    The ice bath after climbing Sugar Loaf. I’d never tried an ice bath before, and despite the initial cold, my muscles were relaxed and renewed afterward.

    What would you say to someone on the fence about attending Ultimate Tri Camp?

    Learning about the other parts of swimming/biking/running, nutrition, strength, stretch training, and mindset is not to be overlooked, and you’ll get it all at UTC.

    Are you coming back next year? Definitely! Already reserved my spot!

    CURIOUS ABOUT FULL CIRCLE’S TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM?
    YOU, TOO, CAN BECOME THE TRIATHLETE YOU ALWAYS DREAMED OF!
    APPLY HERE!

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

  • Blogs, Race Specific

    Don’t Guess—Know If You’re Truly Ready for Race Day

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    Don’t Guess—Know If You’re Truly Ready for Race Day

    Using the tools that Training Peaks and Garmin have to offer has been helpful over my 28-year career as a triathlon coach.

    You must be willing to use these tools for them to work for you…

    Track every workout you do with your Garmin watch, heart rate monitor, and power meter, and we can get some pretty good information on your fitness level. 

    It’s not foolproof, but it gets us a decent picture of your Training Stress Score- or TSS.

    But the question then becomes, is the training you have logged enough for the race distance you want to finish or PR?

    In this chart you can see there are ranges for the weekly hours needed to train for a given distance race.

    Still, the other numbers to consider to see if you have enough fitness for your race are your CTL (Critical Training Load) and your weekly TSS (Training Stress Score) Numbers numbers inside your Performance Management Chart on your Training Peaks Account. 

    Where to find your Critical Training Load and Training Stress Score

    Look across the top of your Premium Training Peaks Account and click on Dashboard to see your Chart.

    Select the date range that coincides with your most recent training and race date and determine if your numbers align with the numbers on this chart.

    Remember you must track all your training and wear your heart rate monitor for this data to be accurate.

    You can be on the low end of the ranges for your target CTL and still have amazing race results.

    Of course, you cannot predict race outcomes with this chart because there is no way to measure race skill, pacing or nutrition intake and so many race variable, but it is a great place to start.

    These other things are where coaching comes in!

    I have helped thousands of triathletes over the last 28 years understand their training data and use to help them achieve their triathlon dreams- from their first time across a triathlon finish line to qualifying for Kona or a World Championships

    It is so much more than swimming, biking, and running!

    Anything is possible when you have the mindset, support, and a perfectly balanced training plan based on your lifestyle, physiology and performance metric tools!

    Will you be next?

    DO YOU KNOW ABOUT MY 16-WEEK (VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON) TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION TRAINING PROGRAM TO HELP YOU GET FASTER FOR YOUR NEXT TRIATHLON IN LESS TIME?

    You’ll 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.

    Here’s how it works
    You get the ideal blueprint that makes you faster and stronger inside the 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training program.

    Here’s why it’s different
    With 28 years of coaching 1000’s triathletes, I discovered the biggest struggles are:

    • You don’t know what you don’t know when it comes to learning the exact skills to succeed in the triathlon sport.
    • Improving strength and increasing energy are the secrets to preventing injury and burnout.
    • Other programs push athletes beyond their ability with wasted junk miles and excess volume leading to disappointment and failure.
    • With my 16-week Triathlon Transformation Program, the focus is 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.

    So please help me get to know you better. Use this link to fill out the application.

    I’m only accepting five new members, so space is limited. Don’t delay your dreams another day! Program starts May 1st in time for Augusta 70.3 and/or Full Ironman Florida.

    I look forward to hearing from you soon.

    Coach Erinne Guthrie

    Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session, and let’s do it together!

    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.

     

  • ROCKSTARS

    Rockstar Swimmer: Christine Baldwin

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    Rockstar Swimmer: Christin Baldwin

    Coaches Notes: Christine participated in the open water session for swim essentials and our Ransom Everglades weekly pool sessions and has dramatically improved in the last month. She has already improved in just 2 months.

    From telling me, “No” I can’t do that, to; “I’m working on it,” to “I can feel the difference”

    Yes, this is called progress!

    She just completed the Swim Miami Mile and has now signed on to train for the 8-mile Alligator Lighthouse open water as part of a 3-person relay.

    Thank you so much, Christine, for trusting Full Circle and our process to break through some old barriers. I’m loving your progress so far and am even more excited for the next adventure with the Alligator Lighthouse Swim.

    Age: 54

    Profession: Manufacturing (yes, in Miami)!

    Why did you choose Swim Essentials to help with your swimming skills?

    It was time to revamp my swim stroke and breathing.  I had already had a good experience with Erinne, who introduced me to OWS at a swim clinic in 2009!  I’ve been enjoying it off and on ever since (through 1 Full Ironman, about 4 halves, and countless swim Miami’s – all very slow), and a running injury later…  I figured it was finally time for more instruction😊. And Swimming is so low impact I can take it into my future decades. 


    Please share your BIG swim goals:

    I’m so excited about exposure to new challenges and taking on the Alligator Lighthouse Relay.  I can’t wait for the beautiful water of the Florida Keys!  

    Tell me about your success at Swim Miami 2023:

    After only working with Erinne for a few weeks and correcting my breathing, I could actually enjoy the swim course since I was taking on more oxygen. 

    What were some of your biggest improvements:

    I was far more relaxed and even paced due to breathing properly. 

    This freed me up to use some new skills for sighting buoys, contributing to less bumping into others and meandering on the course.   

    I still need to work on this, but I look forward to improvements from tweaking other aspects of my swim stroke.

    Confession: I’m not a fan of metrics and times since I tend to chase endorphins and the expansive feel of long-course racing… but I’m curious about what using a Coach, swim watch, and training with other swimmers can newly develop.  Trying these new things is making routine training exciting again.

    What would you say to someone on the fence about participating in our Swim Essentials program?

    By removing the barriers to open water swimming, you can discover a sport that can keep you active into your future decades.  All while getting outside on beautiful beaches and meeting some of the most active, disciplined, AND fun-loving folks around. 

    Are you interested in improving your swimming?

    Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Swim Breakthrough Session today!

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

  • Blogs, Mindset

    What’s Not Your Problem

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    What’s Not Your Problem

    Have you ever noticed that anytime you do something, there’s somebody who doesn’t like it?

    • You get a new haircut – and someone tells you it’s too short.
    • You buy a new car – and someone says you paid too much.
    • You start exercising and eating clean – and someone starts acting out because you’re “making” them feel uncomfortable.

    It might just be human nature. Heck, it might just be NATURE, period, — because for every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction, if I remember high school right.

    So, if that’s the case, how much should you care about your personal changes making someone else uncomfortable?

    Should you care …

    • A lot?
    • A little?
    • Or not one bit?

    I bet you can guess my answer!

    Once you accept that there will always be someone who doesn’t like what you do, it’s SO LIBERATING because you can let go of any element of judgment or condemnation or, well, your OWN discomfort!

    If you’re making changes that truly affect others, then maybe they have a say-so in the matter. 

    But regarding the bottom line of your health, fitness, and dreams…

    There is one opinion that matters: YOURS!

    Do you know about my 16-WEEK (Virtual or in Person) Triathlon Transformation Training Program to help you get faster for your next triathlon in less time?

    You’ll 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.

    Here’s how it works
    You get the ideal blueprint that makes you faster and stronger inside the 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training program.

    Here’s why it’s different
    With 26 years of coaching 1000’s triathletes, I discovered the biggest struggles are:

    • You don’t know what you don’t know when it comes to learning the exact skills to succeed in the triathlon sport.
    • Improving strength and increasing energy are the secrets to preventing injury and burnout.
    • Other programs push athletes beyond their ability with wasted junk miles and excess volume leading to disappointment and failure.
    • With my 16-week Triathlon Transformation Program, the focus is 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.

    So please use this link to fill out the application.

    I’m only accepting five new members, so space is limited. Don’t delay your dreams another day!

    I look forward to hearing from you soon.

    Coach Erinne Guthrie

    Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session, and let’s do it together!

    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.

  • Blogs, Mindset

    What Are Your Daily Non-Negotiables?

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    What Are Your Daily Non-Negotiables?

    Sometimes the day gets away from you so fast.

    You start with a list of good intentions, and then, bam! Work, family, traffic… all the stresses of daily life barge in, and suddenly that trainer ride or run is no longer on the calendar, and you’re tempted to think about hitting a drive-through window or, even worse- skip lunch altogether.

    Well, this has happened to me less often since I came up with my Sacred 3. That’s my list of three non-negotiables, my small daily habits, no matter how busy I get.

    You should try it! It’s super simple to do. Just take a few minutes to write down all the daily habits you currently do or wish you were doing. Then narrow it down to 1 to 3 items you can commit to without fail.

    Be real with this. Remember how crazy things got last week… Or that day last month… Is something like that going to happen again?

    Probably! Because life happens, despite our best intentions.

    Here are some possible non-negotiables to consider.

    • Drinking 1/2 of your body weight in ounces of water.
    • Getting outside for 15 minutes.
    • Closing your eyes and taking deep breaths for one minute.
    • Eating five servings of fruits and vegetables.
    • Moving your body with intention daily, even if it’s just a 15-minute walk around the block. (Remember, we’re going for the bare minimum here, so this isn’t a place to list “I will work out every day for 1 hour.”)
    • Taking a moment to give thanks and write it down!

    Does this list get you thinking in the right direction? The point isn’t to tell you that these should make up your own Sacred 3. That’s up to you!

    Ever since I made my own list and then set about guarding it with a passion, I find that I have fewer days where I feel overwhelmed, like my life is out of control.

    Every day that I can stay on track – even if it’s just with these three little things – is another day I’m not giving up, not falling back to old habits, and not despairing.

    It’s a powerful tactic to shut out the noise and the stress of the rest of the world!

    Do you know about my 16-Week (Virtual or In Person) Triathlon Transformation Training Program to help you get faster in your next triathlon in less time?

    You’ll 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.

    Here’s how it works
    You get the ideal process that makes you faster and stronger inside the 16-week Triathlon Transformation Training program.

    Here’s why it’s different
    With 26 years of coaching 1000’s triathletes, I discovered the biggest struggles are:

    • You don’t know what you don’t know when it comes to learning the exact skills to succeed in the triathlon sport.
    • Improving strength and increasing energy are the secrets to preventing injury and burnout.
    • Other programs push athletes beyond their ability with wasted junk miles and excess volume leading to disappointment and failure.
    • With my 16-week Triathlon Transformation Program, the focus is 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.

    So please use this link to fill out the application.

    I’m only accepting five new members, so space is limited. Don’t delay your dreams another day!

    I look forward to hearing from you soon.

    Coach Erinne Guthrie

    Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session, and let’s do it together!

    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.

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    Are you breathing the right way when you swim?

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    Are you breathing the right way?

    WATCH!

    Breathing…
    Seems like we, as land mammals, should know how to do this instinctually, but unfortunately, that’s not the case.

    So many factors affect our breathing on land, let alone doing it well while swimming.

    This single skill can affect everything you do in the water.

    If we’re breathing effectively while we swim, we can perform the necessary movements to swim effectively.

    It’s important to breathe while swimming as similar as you do on land.

    There should be no breath-holding.

    When your face goes underwater, aim to blow bubbles out of your nose for 3 seconds, calmly.

    Inhaling through your mouth and exhaling through your nose, most of the time, is key to a calm, efficient breathing pattern and swimming success.

    Getting a swim video analysis is the best way to witness your kick inefficiencies and learn to correct them.

    Come learn how to kick correctly at my upcoming Swim Essentials Clinic for video analysis and 12 hours of coached swim training in the pool, open water, and online.

    ARE YOU JOINING US FOR SWIM ESSENTIALS on Saturday, March 25th –
    Want to learn more of my best swim tips…

    If you are ready to start swimming the right way, now is the time to take charge of your swimming and learn my step-by-step process of learning how to swim the right way.

    • Swim-specific strength and mobility
    • The exact things you need to do with your head, hands, arms, legs
    • Stop swallowing a mouth full of water with every head turn to breathe.
    • No more anxiety and panic while you swim
    • How to conserve your energy

    With my step-by-step program, you can guarantee improved swim performance and reach your desired swim goals. Assessing your current skills and setting clear performance goals will provide a roadmap for your training.

    Click for complete details & registration!

    It’s an amazing opportunity to be in the water with our coaches and get hands-on instruction to power up your swim!

    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 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 more.

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    Have you been told this lie about your swimming?

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    Have you been told this lie about your swimming?

    Have you heard these lies before?

    “I’m not supposed to kick as a triathlete.”
    “I need to save my legs for the bike and run.”

    These lies are simply not true!

    Your kick is an essential part of your freestyle swim that you cannot and must not leave out.

    The secret is that you need to develop your kick 🦵 and make it efficient, so you don’t waste so much energy doing it!

    Most triathletes have terrible balance in the water. 
    Are you one of them?

    This means you are swimming with your head up and your legs dragging. 

    No wonder you are tired!

    But it’s NOT from kicking; it’s from a lack of balance in the water and an inefficient kick. 

    A good kick improves your balance, so you are not dragging your legs thru the water.

    Three things to look and feel for in your freestyle kick.

    1) Are you bending your knees too much instead of kicking from your hips?

    Most triathletes often run and bike, so they are strong with their knees bent. However, to flutter kick well, you need to kick from your hips, keeping your knees mostly straight, with a whip-like motion from the hips. Ankles need to be supple and flexible too!

    2) Are your heels breaking the surface of the water?
    If not, then you are dragging your legs…

    I use the analogy of a motor boat with the engine on but without enough power to get it up on a plane so it has less resistance and can glide through the water.

    When flutter kicking correctly, your heels and ankles should lightly break the water’s surface- like a gentle boil. There should not be big huge splashes or your whole foot kicking the air. Instead, you need to keep your feet in the water kicking the water.

    3) Are your ankles flexible and floppy so your foot can provide up-and-down propulsion in the water?

    Getting a swim video analysis is the best way to witness your kick inefficiencies and learn to correct them.

    Come learn how to kick correctly at my upcoming Swim Essentials Clinic for video analysis and 12 hours of coached swim training in the pool, open water, and online.

    ARE YOU JOINING US FOR SWIM ESSENTIALS?
    Want to learn more of my best swim tips…

    If you are ready to start swimming the right way, now is the time to take charge of your swimming and learn my step-by-step process of learning how to swim the right way.

    • Swim-specific strength and mobility
    • The exact things you need to do with your head, hands, arms, legs
    • Stop swallowing a mouth full of water with every head turn to breathe.
    • No more anxiety and panic while you swim
    • How to conserve your energy

    With my step-by-step program, you can guarantee improved swim performance and reach your desired swim goals. Assessing your current skills and setting clear performance goals will provide a roadmap for your training.

    Click for complete details & registration!

    It’s an amazing opportunity to be in the water with our coaches and get hands-on instruction to power up your swim!

    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 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 more.
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    Are You Swimming with Scissors?

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    Are you swimming with scissors?

    Many swimmers and triathletes I work with don’t realize they are slowing themselves down while swimming due to using a scissor-style kick instead of a flutter kick.

    Here are my top three corrective tips to cure your scissor kick.

    A scissor kick is when your feet drift apart wider than the width of your shoulders while you swim freestyle which creates a ton of drag every time you kick,  impeding your forward movement.

    The best flutter kick originates from the hips and stays within shoulder width in a vertical format.

    Top 3 Tips to improve your kick.
    swimming fins to improve speed

    1- Fins, use fins for kick sets to help strengthen the ankles and hips. This is my favorite brand and model (Finis Z2 Gold Zoomers)

    The flutter kick should be originating from the hips through an almost straight leg and down to a floppy ankle with a slightly pointed foot.

    If you are scissor kicking, it indicates tight and weak ankles and hips.  Using fins for the following kick drills can help get rid of your scissor kick.

    Sample Workout: Kick 100 yards with fins. – the first 25 kicks on your belly, the second 25 kicks on your side, the third 25 kicks on your back, and the last 25 kicks on the other side.  Watch my video here

    Bonus practice; Repeat another 100 yards, all using a Dolphin Kick.

    2- Vertical kicking must have a deep pool.
    Start with fins and build up to 1 minute of vertical kicking time,
    adding rotation
    1/4, 1/2, and whole turns to the right and the left while staying in one place is key.
    Then, start practicing without fins and get to 1 minute of vertical kick time.
    Watch my video here

    3- Dryland flutter kicking – great for increasing hip and core strength
    Lay on your back – palms down, tucked under your thighs
    Chin to chest, head and shoulders off the ground
    Lift straight legs off the ground and flutter kick with strong quads, straight knees, and pointed toes for 1 minute. Vary the speed of kicking to mix it up and challenge yourself.
    Watch my video here

    Our Swim Essentials Program starts March 25th; come join us!

    It’s an amazing opportunity to be in the water with our expert coaches getting hands-on instruction to power up your swim!

    Ready to sign up… please link HERE for all the details.


    Use this link to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session: 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 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.