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    So you had a terrible race, now what?

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    So Your Race Sucked…Now What?

    This situation can be even more painful for a half or full marathon/ Ironman due to the amount of time and money invested to even just get to the starting line.

    When the results turn out terrible, it’s time to take a real hard look at your training log over the previous 5-6 months leading up to the race. Now sometimes there are situations that are out of your control, like tacks on the road, bad weather etc. But you can usually prevent most of your races from going south.

    You need to look and be honest with yourself. Did you really put in the volume and intensity that your training program called for?

    Did you do those hard intervals that your coach had in your Training Peaks?

    Did you hit the minimums for long course racing that include 3 swims, 3 bikes, 4 runs and 2 strength sessions per week?

    Did you train on similar terrain and conditions to your race?  Long course racing is no joke, and it’s hard for me to see my own athletes struggle on course as I watch my IM Tracker.

    Did you Dial in your nutrition for success on the day no matter what the conditions are?

    My goal as a coach is to actually make  training  a little bit  harder than the race will be so that you can handle all the race day stress and logistics; saying to yourself, “So that’s why she made me do all those bridge repeats, etc.”

    It takes a lot of mental and physical fortitude to toe the line at a triathlon (long course and short course)  believe it or not.

    You hear people talk about it like its no big deal. But, not everyone comes out of the womb swimming, biking and running!

    If you have not been challenged and had to work hard to overcome set backs in your training, success on race day is unlikely.

    It’s really all about the journey and race day is the test. Did you do your homework? Most of the time all the reasons why your race sucked are right there in the training log, where you skipped that swim, bike, or run. Decided to take 10 days off instead of two, eat pizza and drink beer.

    If you made the commitment to sign up for the marathon or triathlon race, you might as well do everything you can to get it right! Listen to your coach, follow your individual training plan designed to help you progress safely and confidently to the distance of your race. It takes time, not just a few weeks!

    So now, I know you are super motivated to get it right next time!

    Recover well, write out the whole painful experience, so you can look back before your next race and remember not to let that happen again!!!!

    If you are looking for help avoiding another terrible race result, Let’s Talk about how I can design a plan specific to you to dial in your best performance on the day!

    Use tis link to set up a call with me now!

    Happy Training and Racing!!!

    Wishing you well,
    Coach Erinne

    If you can relate in any way, I invite you to schedule a Triathlon Breakthrough session with me where you get 30 minutes to ask me anything about triathlons, nutrition, and training!

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

  • ROCKSTARS

    The Sky Is The Limit for Rockstar Triathlete Maria Picton

    Coaches Notes:

    Maria reached out to me after she qualified to Nationals in the summer of 2023. She wanted to be sure she was ready to compete there so she flew in to Miami from North Carolina and we did all of her evaluations in person: Swim Video, Run Video, Bike Fit, Swim Bike and Run tests too. From all of this we have been able to coach her virtually through my Triathlon Transformation program.

    The weekly coach calls help keep her feeling connected to the team, as well as the monthly video analysis reviews. And of course the daily training on her Training peaks specific to her needs and goals.

    Some of her big wins were as follows:

    Swim– She went from 40 strokes across the pool to 20 strokes in 25 yards, which equals improvement in energy and speed. She also went from a full-blown panic attack at Nationals to cool as a cucumber in her last triathlon race of the season in Key West, where she got 1st place on the podium in her age group!

    Bike- With her new bike fit, she could actually push and create more speed with better pressure all the way around the pedal stroke. She zoom zoomed on the bike in Key West!

    Run- with the run video analysis, we improved arm swing, foot strike, and Steps per minute (SPM) to increase speed on her 5k, even off the bike!

    Way to go, Maria! I am so super proud of all of your Rockstar accomplishments in 2023.

    Let’s get 2024- We got this!

    What is your age?

    60

    What is your profession?:

    Oncologist in North Carolina

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

    I have been following Full Circle Coaching since I started participating in triathlons for fun. I noticed their athletes always excel at competitions. I wanted more out of my training and to reach my full potential. “The sky is the limit!” is my Mantra!

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

    April 13th- The Ride on Ryan Sprint Triathlon in Savannah, Georgia

    What are your BIG goals?

    I want to become a stronger (physically and mentally) triathlete.

    Tell me about your successes so far! What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 

    After panicking in the water at Nationals in August of 2023, it was an accomplishment to swim through my fears. The swim video assessment and the corrective drills have made an incredible difference, cutting my pace by 30 to 45 seconds/ 100.

    The bike fit was also a game changer. I felt more in control and became faster.
    I have also become a faster runner from the video analysis, run drills, and speed workouts.

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

    1. Training with consistency.
    2. The Full Circle coaches are available to answer any questions, as well as the weekly coaching calls.
    3. Rest and mindfulness.

    What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?

    It is a sport that challenges your body and mental toughness. Being surrounded by healthy individuals with a positive attitude.

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

    It is a game-changer. Virtual coaching is excellent, but take advantage of in-person training, too, if possible!

    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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    Rockstar Triathlete Walt Norton Finds Success Through Balance

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    Rockstar Triathlete Walt Norton Finds Success Through Balance

    Coaches Notes:

    Walt joined my 16-week Triathlon Transformation program to get on the podium in a triathlon.

    We got right to work with all of his evaluations- Swim video analysis above and below water, bike fit, bike test and run test and video analysis, and, of course, my Nutrition Essentials lifestyle evaluation.

    Walt is a busy lawyer, husband, and father, so having a training program and lifestyle suggestions that fit into HIS life was critical for his success.

    The results speak for themselves- See them listed below. Hint: Hint!- way more than one podium!

    I am super proud of you, Walt; You are a true Rockstar Triathlete. Knowledge is not power, but applied knowledge is. Way to take the information we gave you and use it to achieve YOUR TRIATHLON DREAMS! Thanks so much for choosing Full Circle Coaching for your Triathlon Journey- I can’t wait to see what is next for you!

    About The Athlete:

    What is your age?

    52

    What is your profession?:

    Attorney

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

    With the very limited time available due to my professional commitments and family responsibilities, I needed the most effective workouts that could be completed within the shortest amount of time. Being new to triathlon, and to swimming in particular, I needed comprehensive instruction delivered quickly in all phases of triathlon. While I had been a consistent runner in the past, assistance was needed with nutrition to become a better athlete overall.

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

    Key West Int’l Triathlon, 2023

    What are your BIG goals?

    • Complete a 70.3 within 6 hours in 2024
    • Complete an Int’l Tri within 2 hours, 15 minutes
    • Complete a Sprint Tri within 1 hour

    Tell me about your successes so far! What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 

    After joining FCT, the following results were achieved:

    • Aug 20, 2023, Key Largo Sprint Tri – 1st AG
    • Sept 24, 2023, Key Biscayne Sprint Tri – 1st in FCT group
    • Nov 12, 2023, MiamiMan Sprint Tri – 3rd AG
    • Dec 3, 2023, Weston 10k road race – 4th AG (out of 17) with a PR of 3+ minutes
    • Dec 10, 2023, Key West Int’l Tri – Finished in the top 44% overall for the first time, moving up to this longer distance.

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

    1. Analyzing each workout after it is finished.
    2. Completing the workout early.
    3. Keeping the correct balance between non-triathlon responsibilities and training.

    What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?

    Being fit going on 55 with more energy during the rest of the day and night compared to people much younger than me. Thinking my way through a triathlon race – a triathlon is like putting together a puzzle that is never the same no matter how many times you do it. Meeting time goals and/or finishing on the podium.

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

    Do it now! What are you waiting for? There is always time in the day, no matter how busy you think you are. I did my first few triathlons on a mountain bike and by swimming a sidestroke/breaststroke.

    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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    Rockstar Triathlete Dennis Phipps Hit his Personal Record!

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    Rockstar Triathlete Dennis Phipps

    Coaches Notes:

    Coach Dennis is an integral part of the coaching process here at Full Circle Coaching. Without a proper bike fit on a triathlon or road bike everything suffers. Dennis’ Bike fits help the Full Circle Coaching athletes produce more power with lower heart rates and feel true comfort so they can focus on training and racing!

    Dennis has been doing triathlons for a while and this year 70.3 North Carolina in October was the goal. It’s great when someone I have been mentoring to understand the coaching process applies all the details to his own training and gets awesome results just by following the darn instructions!

    From finally getting the balance aspect of his swim, to mastering high power on the bike with higher rpms, whcih allowed him his fastest 13.1 off the bike.

    Thanks for being an important part of Full Circle Coaching over the past 11 years. Your love of cycling and triathlon inspires us all. Thanks for sharing all your bike wisdom Dennis- Love your supplements too!- You are a true Rockstar Triathlete and Coach!

    What is your age?

    Age 49 turning 50 this December

    What is your profession?:

    Triathlon Coach/trainer and owner of TriDNA Sport- Supplement Company

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

    I joined Fullcircle through a friend of mine, Ryan Williams. It’s a long story, but he passed away, and I met Erinne from Full circle at his memorial ride. And I haven’t left since then. I am one of the Full Circle Coaching’s cycling coaches and do all of the bike fits for the athlete’s.

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

    My A race for 2023 was North Carolina 70.3. And I did my personal best 5:28:15

    What are your BIG goals?

    My big goals for 2024 are full Iron Man in Barcelona next year in October and during the year to qualify for 70.3 World Championships.

    Tell me about your successes so far!

    My biggest success this year has been finishing the run very strong off the bike in all of my races

    What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 

    Swim: My biggest improvement in the swim has been learning how to float and have balance in the water and now I have a good strong catch.

    Bike: My biggest improvement in the bike has been staying more aerodynamic and utilizing the power meter more. Focusing on higher RPMS and sticking to my power numbers in training.

    Run: My biggest improvement in the run has been with pacing better and learning to walk/ run correctly.

    North Carolina 70.3 was my personal best – 5:28:15

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

    1. Listening to my body and even skipping workouts when I’m feeling tired.
    2. Really looking at my training numbers.
    3. Learning and trying different nutrition and supplements to support my performance.

    What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?

    What excites me most about triathlon is the people around me.

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

    Sign up, make the commitment and you won’t regret it.

    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.

  • Blogs, Mindset

    How to Eliminate Excuses

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    How to Eliminate Excuses

    When we were kids, we could find excuses for anything, right?

    For not going to bed on time...
    For fighting with siblings...
    For not getting homework done...

    As adults, we’ve learned to take responsibility for our actions and failures – at least most of the time. But there’s always a supply of excuses waiting within reach whenever we want to use one, including about our health and fitness. 

    Your spouse, your kids, the traffic...
    Your boss...
    Your biorhythms...

    On and on…

    So how do we get rid of this childhood habit once and for all?

    Here are some of my best ideas for eliminating excuses…

    1. Realize you’re only hurting yourself when you find a scapegoat. It doesn’t hurt the coach, your significant other, your doctor … anyone else.
    2. Let go of the persecution complex. Traffic doesn’t happen to just you. Everyone’s boss throws a wrench in their plans sometimes. Nobody “feels like it” all the time, even those who seem divinely motivated to make it look easy.
    3. Stop comparing yourself to others. It only sets you up to feel “less than” and not good enough, which undermines your motivation and negative self-talk.
    4. Seek inspiration from others who keep getting up every time they fall. This can be someone at work, a friend at the gym, or even a figure in fiction. 
    5. Acknowledge your strengths and weaknesses alike. Let’s say you’re good at getting to the gym on time, but you don’t work as hard as you want. OK – great! How can you build on that? Work out with a friend or trainer, take a group class, or meditate for a few moments before you walk in? What you don’t want to do: Tell yourself it’s someone else’s fault that you’re not quite hitting it.
    6. Scratch the surface. What’s underneath the need to make an excuse? Are you afraid of something? Feeling insecure or intimidated? Whatever it is, a little introspection can help identify the source, and from there, you’re closer to eliminating it.
    7. Repeat success. When something works for you, repeat it. Think about why – and how you can apply the lesson elsewhere.

    I’d love for you to hit reply and let me know which tip is most helpful!

    Want some guidance and support with this?
    Check out my 6 week Nutrition Essentials Program – you can start today!
    Have questions? Click here to schedule your FREE Nutrition Breakthrough Session Now!

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

  • ROCKSTARS

    Rockstar Triathlete Brett Logan: Surpassing The Gap to Live in The Gain

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    Rockstar Triathlete Brett Logan: Surpassing The Gap to Live in The Gain

    Coaches Notes:

    It took me a while to get Brett to really see how far he has come back in so little time.

    I like to help my athletes focus on the gain, not the gap, and that can be hard to do if the gap is where most of us are all the time.

    Brett’s gains have been many: Losing weight, getting stronger by overcoming injury, and learning how to actually train for a triathlon with specific parameters like power, rpms, video analysis, and testing- His results speak for themselves. I am super proud of you, Brett, and we are just getting started. You are an inspirational Rockstar Triathlete!

    About The Athlete

    What is your age?

    52

    What is your profession?:

    Attorney

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

    I was getting back into tri after a nearly 10 year hiatus and was looking for a mix of in-person local group training and online coaching. I spoke with most of the local Miami tri clubs and Erinne’s experience and approach stood out. It turned out that my original tri coach was one of her students. 

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

    Key West intl distance.

    What are your BIG goals?

    My biggest goal is to make triathlon a long term and sustainable part of my life, also looking to do my first 70.3 in 2024.  

    Tell me about your successes so far! What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 

    With just a few tips and some warm up advice I had a swim PR on my first race back.

    I was as surprised as anyone given my fitness level was still very much a work in progress at that point. I have since improved upon that PR twice in the ensuing six months with a deeper dive into form and technique.

    I am also far more efficient in the water, not expending as much energy on the swim and entering T1 with a lower heart rate.

    My functional threshold power on the bike improved by 29 watts in six months. My one-mile run test improved by 3 minutes and 30 seconds, which was very near a decade-old PR time.

    Starting out, I fully believed approaching those old run times would take far longer than six months, but it is happening much more quickly. 

    Probably the best thing that has happened to me since joining Full Circle is that we solved a problem that has plagued me both within Tri and in everyday life. I didn’t know that sweat rates and salinity rates within that sweat could vary dramatically from person to person. It turns out I have a heavy sweat rate and I am a salty sweater. Two things that often go together. One of the Full Circle coaches picked up on the issue during a workout and consequently we adjusted my electrolyte intake and it has made all the difference. 

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

    1. Arriving at the mental mindframe that tri is a lifestyle and making the adjustments to incorporate it on a long term basis.
    2. Finally solving my electrolyte issue. 

    What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?

    Everything from forcing me to be better organized, to stress relief and more focus and stamina for work and family. 

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

    Do it. There is something for everyone. If you are looking to get back in amazing shape and participate in local races or if you want to compete at the highest level the sport offers there are people doing it here.

    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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    PR-Collecting Richie Ganitsky Earns 2023 Male Rockstar Triathlete of the Year

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    PR-Collecting Richie Ganitsky Earns 2023 Male Rockstar Triathlete of the Year


    Coach’s Notes:

    Richie joined me one year ago as part of my Bring a Buddy week 2022.

    He hesitated to join because he had so much experience; he was thinking, what more can I learn? Well, the answer is A LOT. He joined the signature 16-week Triathlon Transformation program and continued as a VIP alumni because of all of the positive results.

    I love that Richie has an open mind to embrace the holistic lifestyle and nutrition information to make changes to improve his health and longevity and apply these principles to the training program. Increased energy, the ability to handle big training blocks, and all the technique work with video analysis and testing that we do to help him keep improving.

    Congratulations on all your successes in 2023 – You truly deserve to be chosen as Full Circle Coaching’s Athlete of the Year, and I’m looking forward to hitting your sub 6 hours in your next 70.3 and so much more!

    About Richie


    What is your age?

    47

    What is your profession?:

    Tax, real estate and probate lawyer

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

    I chose Full Circle Coaching because of its holistic approach, and I have found this year to have had a happier, more balanced lifestyle, all while setting some personal records out on the race courses!

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

    Clash Daytona Half Ironman 2023

    What are your BIG goals?

    Next year, I’m looking to set more personal records, especially in the longer distance events such as the 70.3 half-Ironman.

    Swim Alligator Lighthouse again, this time in a two-person relay.

    Complete my transition to Xero barefoot running shoes.

    Improve my technique all around at the upcoming Ultimate Tri Camp, especially biking the hills of Clermont.

    Tell me about your successes so far! What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 

    Swim: I improved my technique on the stroke and got to swim in a three person relay the eight mile Alligator Lighthouse race!

    Bike: I significantly improved my FTP from 171 to 187 watts and got promoted to the B+ riding group on the Saturday group rides.

    Run: I improved my run technique, placing in the top 15% in the Joshua Tree trail Half Marathon, all while wearing my Xero barefoot running trail shoes! 5k PR at 23:12!

    PRs: I am also very proud of setting a personal record of 2:23 in the Miami Man International Triathlon, which I have now raced six times! I also set a personal record of 1:09 in the sprint triathlon at Key Biscayne Trilogy and my first 70.3 at Clash Daytona in 6:33.

    Nutrition: Making some nutritional changes such as having more sweet potatoes and cutting out some foods has made a positive difference.

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

    1. The coaches’ technique tips and guidance
    2. The motivation of my teammates!

    What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?

    The cross training component, being outdoors in the water and on the road, and the camaraderie!

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

    Join FCC! You’ll have fun all while improving your performance!

    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.

  • Blogs, Mindset

    Use setbacks to strengthen your commitment

    Use setbacks to strengthen your commitment

    Life is hard sometimes.

    You have so many responsibilities and so little time. Even when you stick to a schedule, circumstances can disrupt your plans and leave you scrambling. It’s enough to make you want to give up when everything seems to be working against you.

    But don’t – please!

    It happens to everyone. After all, there’s only so much we can control – and a whole universe of people, places and things that are simply beyond us. When you learn to EXPECT disruption, and to simply accept it as a fact of life, then you can begin to be free of it, and keep moving forward.

    Here’s a super-basic example. If you leave 20 minutes ahead of time for any appointment. That would allow for traffic or another unexpected delay. If you arrived on time, you’d have a few minutes to kill; if the journey took longer than expected, you would still be on time.

    I think about this little lesson all the time. It’s even easy to apply it to healthy goals.

    For example, if you want to lose weight, then it’s not enough to start eating right. You also have to anticipate days when you won’t be able to, for whatever reason. Maybe you’re stuck in a work conference, or traveling, or just can’t resist your neighbor’s fried chicken today.

    If you want to train for a triathlon then you have to accept that you’ll need rest days/ weeks, or adjustments to your training schedule. There might be bad weather. That you might have a family emergency that keeps you from completing your training.

    Here’s my wish for you. When these circumstances happen – and they will – don’t abandon your goals.

    Instead, remember that success takes consistent effort over time. And use each setback to strengthen the commitment you made to yourself.

    It’s all in how you look at it!

    Curious about Full Circle’s Triathlon Transformation program?
    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of!
    Click here to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session Now! 

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

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    From Trials To Triumph: Cindy Beuermann’s Journey to Becoming 2023’s Female Rockstar of The Year

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    From Trials To Triumph: Cindy Beuermann’s Journey to Becoming 2023’s Female Rockstar of The Year


    Coach’s Notes:

    Cindy is Full Circle Coaching’s Female Athlete of the Year 2023!
    No one deserves it more.

    I have never had an athlete trust the process more and have the results she has had to transform her life in so many ways, for the better.

    From suffering with depression and weight gain, to nurturing her body with grace and giving it quality nutrition and supplements, to killing every training session and triathlon race, to live life to it’s fullest and be so grateful for every step.

    Never comparing her journey to anyone else but herself and truly loving and supporting herself with every win has also been inspirational to me!

    Cindy is living proof that the Full Circle Community is a miraculous place to lay your trust and faith to get the support and love you need to achieve big dreams and goals!

    Congratulations Cindy!
    YOU ARE AN AMAZING ROCKSTAR TRIATHLETE!

    • SWIM – CSS from 1:59 to 1:34/ 100 pace!
    • BIKE – FTP 137- 144
    • RUN – 1-mile test went from 9:10 to 7:14
    • Sprint Triathlon – 1:22 to 1:09
    • Int’l Triathlon PR – 2:52 to 2:22 (1st Place AG)

    About Cindy


    What is your age?

    42

    What is your profession?:

    Communications (TV & Cinema)

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

    Many years ago, more than ten years actually, I was looking to get into triathlon. Somebody recommended Full Circle Coaching, and since the first day I joined the team, I have felt that was the correct place to start my triathlon journey.

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

    My first Full Ironman: COZUMEL 2023
    FCC has been with me since my first sprint race, which I was very afraid to do. Erinne pushed me to go for it, so, after my first 6 months training with the group, I decided to register for my first sprint in KW. That was 10 years ago! After that I just kept racing and looking for longer distances. After many sprints, Olympics and 70.3, the moment for the first full Ironman arrived.

    What are your BIG goals?

    For this year, the big goal was completing my first full IM. But not just that, I wanted to complete it within 13 hours.

    Tell me about your successes so far!

    I’ve been training with Erinne for more than ten years. I am so grateful to have her and the team in my life. Thanks to her, I have grown as a triathlete in all the ways. It is not only a training program; it includes support in all aspects of life- friendship, guidance, nutrition, physical and mental health, support, inspiration, motivation, and the hand you can count on when things are hard.  

    With the pandemic, I had a very hard time, and Erinne was always available for me, not only as a coach, but also as a friend, and helped me unconditionally to get out of that dark hole I got into during those pandemic years. 

    Thanks to the sport, to her and to the group, I was able to get my life back, and that’s something I will never forget and will always be thankful.

    Doing my first full Ironman was the challenge I set for myself as a welcome back to my “new life.” Erinne has supported me since the beginning, helping me believe in myself and making me confident enough to go through the process.

    It was very hard, but I also enjoyed it so much. It has been one of the most amazing journeys I’ve ever been on. 

    My success today is being back in life, healthy physically and mentally… being back in a positive way, motivated and thankful for being alive, enjoying every second of life, and being present in every moment. 

    Thanks Erinne and FCC!

    What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 

    Swim: My catch and glide; going longer in open water swims without anxiety. We completed the Alligator Lighthouse 8-mile open water swim and got 2nd place, and it was Erinne’s PR for a 2-person relay team.

    Bike: Learning and understanding the “power” world finally made me stronger and faster. Learned how to pace myself successfully, and use watts not speed to guide my training.

    Run: I learned how to train and fuel correctly to run for longer distances, complete my first marathon, and pace perfectly with negative splits.  

    Nutrition: Learned EVERYTHING about nutrition: Supplements; How to make my body strong and efficient 100%. Without the new nutrition approach, I wouldn’t have been able to reach my goals.

    TOTAL GAME CHANGER!!! 

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

    1. Having Erinne as my coach and guide. 
    2. Getting the motivation and support from the FCC group 24/7.
    3. Meeting amazing people in the community who are so inspirational and motivational. Having friends in my life, I know I can count on unconditionally. 

    What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?

    Triathlon is where you can challenge and motivate yourself in many ways. NO LIMITS.
    Triathlon helps you to keep growing as a person every day, have the discipline to keep pushing, and it feeds your mind and soul.
    Accomplishing big, scary goals makes you realize how amazing your body is, how far you can go, and how thankful you should be for life. ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! 

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

    Just try it…you won’t regret!

    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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    Rockstar Triathlete Lorri Bolander

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    Rockstar Triathlete Lorri Bolander

    Coaches Notes:

    Lorri is a true Rockstar Triathlete! Although she lives in Key West and is not local to Miami and cannot attend the weekly training sessions- she shows up every week in her training and on the coach calls, asks questions, and works the program the way it was designed to achieve some great results over the past few months! She questioned almost everything we gave her and I LOVE working with this type of athlete that wants to know the why and is willing to do the work and trust the process and ultimately see and feel the results! This takes courage and bravery to do!

    So incredibly proud of you, Lorri, and super excited for the next journey to the full Florida Ironman in 2024! Let’s do this!!!!

    What is your age?

    48

    What is your profession?:

    Hair stylist and makeup artist

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

    I had a lot of experience from racing on and off for the last 13 years, but I knew I had so much to learn.
    Basic coaching, nutritional information, and basic schedule planning were not enough for my goals in this sport.  I randomly came across FCC on Facebook, and they checked all the boxes on everything I wanted from a coach. 

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

    It was the Miamiman 70.3, 2023- I just completed.  My next A race will be next November for the Florida Full Ironman.

    What are your BIG goals?

    My Big goals are to lean out more as I keep working on my nutritional program,  work on and conquer better breathing techniques especially in the run and work on my power and speed on the bike.

    Tell me about your successes so far!

    My successes so far for swimming is I was able to rehab my shoulder through swimming.  I worked on my form with the advice I received and took time off my 100 yard swim and got down to 20 strokes per length of pool.  On the bike I learned about cadence and how to maintain at least 80 which i never did before. I truly understand my gears and when to switch to higher or lower gears. On the run I learned how to run with prope form and added some speed. All of these things were huge successes to me because when I put it all together it made my racing come together so much better.  

    What were some of your biggest improvements in performance for each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. 

    SWIM: My biggest improvement for the swim was getting the video analysis and learning better technique and breathing skills which in turn gave me a new PR in my race.

    Bike: The biggest improvement on the bike was learning not to push heavy, hard gears while racing and tiring out my legs but using higher cadence. I was over using my legs so much, I had nothing left for the run.
    That is not the case anymore.  On the run at Miamiman, I was able to run the last 6 miles faster than ever after a windy bike and I got 1st place in my age group.

    Run: I can finally heart rate train! I always had a difficult time with that type of training and sticking with it long enough to see the results…My body is adjusting to this type of training, and I feel like my run is only getting better and better.
    I feel stronger in all three sports over all.  

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

    1. The attention to what I personally need to make my goals achievable. 
    2. Being able to talk and listen to others about any and all issues with training and racing during the weekly Zoom calls and the ability to text the coaches with my questions.
    3. The nutrition program opened my eyes to train like an athlete and eat like one. I’m learning why I eat what I eat. The results are amazing – I lost 13 lbs!

    What excites you the most about being involved in running/triathlon?

    Achieving goals I never thought I could definitely excites me but there is more than just that.

    I love being strong! Mentally and Physically. And most of all, I love the triathlon community. Nothing is better than talking shop with other athletes that “get” you and why we do what we do. 

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

    Everyone could use a coach. In fact, Olympians and all professional athletes have coaches. Trusting the coaching and the program is important and not easy to find. Full CIrcle Coaching has the knowledge and experience that we all deserve to know but just don’t typically know how to access it or who to trust enough to ask and get the correct information. 

    Learning is never-ending, and If you want to be part of a community that is driven to excel at training and racing and gives you the VIP attention and support you desire and deserve, look no further than FCC. 

    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.