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  • Blogs, Run

    Hopping Drills for Running

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    Hopping Drills for Running

    Finding your Spring; One great way to get faster and stronger for running is doing hopping drills.

    These types of plyometrics increase strength and stability in your muscles and ligaments and find the spring in your step!

    The goal is have quick light feet, with a very quick rebound off the ground which will transfer to your foot strike on the run.

    Start with proper running form and posture first and start hopping with two feet. Think of your legs like carbon fiber springs- strong but supple!

    Advance to the single leg hops with control. This increases your ability to balance on one leg and helps you learn to have less contact time on the ground. Running is all about being able to balance while moving on one leg to another… add these drills and see and feel how your technique and speed improve on the run.

    If you’re struggling to hop on one leg, I suggest balancing with one leg first until you can maintain your balance without falling over, then move to double leg hops and finally single leg hops.

    Also choosing a soft surface and natural running shoes or even barefoot can greatly improve your foot strength!

    Happy hopping!

    Curious about Full Circle’s Triathlon Transformation program?
    Want to learn more? You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of! Use this link to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session Now! 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 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, Mindset

    Some of your thoughts are not based in reality

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    Some of your thoughts are not based in reality

    Here’s a shocker: Not all your thoughts are based in reality.

    Yep, it’s true.

    Like that thought you have about not being good enough. (This is one of my limiting core beliefs.)

    Or the one about how you’ll never reach your goal race time.

    Or how you just don’t have the right mindset to reach your business goal or lose the weight you want.

    See what I mean, now?

    THESE. THOUGHTS. ARE. NOT. REAL!

    They’re the nonsense lies you unintentionally tell yourself that keep holding you back.

    Here’s the good news: You don’t have to keep listening to them. In fact, you can start to shut them down today.

    Tell yourself – RIGHT NOW – that you ARE good enough… that you DO deserve health and success and love… that you ARE smart enough and creative enough to get where you want to go.

    Say it as many times as you need. Write it in your journal every day if that helps.

    Make a list of all your accomplishments- and there are many- to remind yourself that these negative thoughts are simply not true. Keep it handy to refer to when these thoughts creep in.

    And every time that annoying voice breaks through again with one of your limiting self-beliefs, step up and defend yourself by repeating your positive affirmation.

    You can overcome a loud, persistent lie with steady, loving TRUTH supported by action.

    We’re all programmed with these kinds of hurtful self-messages. But that doesn’t mean we have to accept them as truth.

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

    Yes, You Really Can Meditate – and Here’s Why You Should

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    Yes, You Really Can Meditate – and Here’s Why You Should

    Of all the loving, nonjudgmental and supportive methods we can use to practice self-care, maybe the most misunderstood and underused is meditation.

    It seems like every time I mention it in conversation, someone says dismissively, “Oh, I could never do that! Stop my mind completely and just not have any thoughts at all? I don’t know HOW you do it!”

    Too many people misunderstand the idea of meditation. So, they don’t even try it. So, they don’t ever get the benefits.

    What are those benefits?

    Ah… Let me share some…

    • Better focus and concentration
    • Improved confidence and self-esteem
    • Lower stress, depression and anxiety
    • Lower blood pressure
    • Improved circulation 
    • Less pain
    • Better memory and sleep

    Sounds great, doesn’t it? All from a practice that requires no equipment and no money. Plus, you can do it anywhere – while walking, riding a bus, or sweating out an endless work meeting.

    During meditation, you sit or lie comfortably and focus your attention on one simple thing – commonly your breathing as you inhale deeply through your nose and exhale slowly through your mouth or nose.

    When your mind wanders or you remember an errand on your “to do” list, that’s fine. It’s going to happen. Our minds are CONSTANTLY generating thousands of thoughts. The goal is not to stop that process, but redirect yourself back to the breathing focus.

    Just gently pull your focus back to your breathing, over and over, without judgment. I like to count to 25 and start over again.

    Breathe in (1) Breathe out (1), Breathe In (2), Breathe out (2) and so on to 25.

    Or, you might repeat a thought as you breathe – “Joy in…Anger out…”

    It’s that simple. You’re not trying to reach ultimate enlightenment or control your thoughts. You’re just tapping into an ancient practice that has helped countless people pause during a busy day, take a few deep breaths, and slow it down for a few minutes.

    You can do it.

    Curious about Full Circle’s Triathlon Transformation program? We use mediation as a form of working IN to create energy to be able to train better, longer and stronger. Want to learn more?
    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of! Use this link to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session Now! http://WWW.SCHEDULEYOU.IN/5ZISVAU

  • Blogs, Mindset

    Are you missing something in your training?

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    Are you missing something in your training?

    I have been in somewhat of a brain fog for the last week since completing RAAM, Race Across America. Riding your bike 75-100 miles a day for 8 days with less than 8 hours of sleep total can have major negative affects on the brain and body and recovery for myself and the whole crew is a priority.

    It’s a good reminder that if you want to be able to perform at a high level, It is not just the training that makes it happen.

    You must include a supportive lifestyle so you can achieve the results you desire and be functional in your life outside of triathlon.

    So, I’m asking you to look at your day-to-day routine.

    Are you recovering from your training on a daily basis???

    Do you take the time to SLOW DOWN after a workout and do some breathing and stretching, and speak some words of gratitude to yourself for getting up and hitting your workout and intervals.

    Are you fueling your body with good, clean nutrition and fresh spring water every day so that it can show up for you?

    Clean nutrition is needed before, during and after training to get the best out of your body.

    Your mind and body will certainly let you know if they are not getting what you need. BUT, are you paying attention to the signs.

    You can only ignore the messages your body is sending for so long. After that illness or injury will occur so the body makes sure it gets what it needs!

    I love that.

    Sometimes we are so focused on the outcome, we forget that the most important thing is the journey, the day to day, and the details!

    If you are always pushing and struggling and not enjoying, smiling, laughing and having fun… WHAT”S THE POINT!!!

    I ask you to pause today and assess your lifestyle, nutrition and recovery process. See where you can then give yourself what you need that may be missing.

    Perhaps after a workout, you lay under a tree and look at the clouds and gently stretch and breath slowly; Before a training session you make sure you are fueled with good clean nutrition to get the job done to perfection, and then sit in mediation after and be grateful for your strong successful body that does everything you ask of it; Or schedule a massage, spa day, or fun outing with friends.

    Let’s create some joy and bliss for ourselves around all this training!

    What would happen if you took a whole week to nurture your body and mind surrounding your training????

    Curious about Full Circle Coaching’s Triathlon Transformation program? You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of. Use this link to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session Now! 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 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, Nutrition

    I will never leave my nutrition in anyone else’s hands again!

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    I will never leave my nutrition in anyone else’s hands again!

    “Let thy food be thy medicine” Hippocrates

    As most of you know I just completed RAAM- Race Across America, The toughest bike race in the world. My sole responsibility on paper was to ride my bike as fast as I could as part of a team of 4 cyclists. We would have a support crew that would take care of everything else.

    Although we did have the ability to list all the foods we wanted to eat during the journey, actually getting the food we needed was another story.

    Our team were all rookies at this whole adventure and our RV broke so many times the food preparation really didn’t happen as I had hoped.

    It nearly cost me the race!

    Lack of adequate nutrition (carbs, fat and protein) along with 2 desert rides in the heat of the day between 10am – 3pm, where I got super dehydrated, followed by two massive climbs up to 8,000 feet and then 10,000 feet wiped me ALMOST out!

    I was left pretty useless!

    I was letting my team down but I had no gas in the tank. I think a little bit of Altitude sickness at 10,000 feet also didn’t help.

    To their credit none of the crew were athletes or ate very healthy, so when I was asking for my clean food, I got blank stares looking back at me!!

    I had to explain real food; “You know, protein like chicken, steak, turkey; Carbohydrates like potatoes, gluten free pasta and rice; And yes vegetables. I need these foods every single day without training and even more so on this non-stop 8 day race!

    Of course I ate my sports nutrition during my rides but it got old quick.

    My main source of nutrition on the bike was Vitargo plain, with watermelon Body health electrolyte powder, Go Macro Bars, Clif Bloks, Organic Baby Food, Endurance Tap Maple Syrup and Perfect Aminos.
    (If you’re a member, please visit the website for links & promos on some of these products)!

    Off the bike, eating drive thru food like McDonald’s was not an option for me, during RAAM or EVER!

    I don’t eat gluten and if I did I would not be able to ride! So I had to take my power back and start getting what I needed to complete this race.

    Once I started educating the crew a little more about real food, my energy came back and I got my power back. I actually got stronger every day we rode.

    It was very tough and dark in those first four days being so nutrition depleted and sleep deprived (no sleep at all the first 3 days- and about 7 hours total for 8 days)

    I really don’t know how I survived!! (Yes I do! I have an IRON will and I am a BADASS!)

    I’m so grateful I know what real food and clean nutrition is and what my body responds to.

    That’s why I’m so passionate about helping others learn what foods work for them and their metabolic type and lifestyle with my 6 week Nutrition Essentials Course.

    Because of this clean nutrition, I was able, along with my 3 other team mates to do the unthinkable and ride 8 days non-stop in a relay style race format, 3078 miles to raise awareness and money for 4Kids. (www.4cyclsits4kids.org)

    It really is so simple to eat healthy but I’m always so shocked how few people know how to do it!

    Anyway, my first big meal when I finished was a 5 Guys Cheese Burger (no bread) and french fries and a chocolate milkshake!

    So yes, I eat fast food every once in a while, but only in rare occasions.

    The next day a I ate a huge steak and tons of broccoli and an amazing creme brule’ – Lord knows I deserved it!!

    Want to learn more about my nutrition essentials program?? The next 6 week course starts soon!

    Curious about Full Circle’s Triathlon Transformation program or NUTRITION ESSENTIALS Program?
    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of! Use this link to schedule your FREE Triathlon/Nutrition Breakthrough Session Now! 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 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 Courtney Rivkind is an Inspiration

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    Rockstar Triathlete Courtney Rivkind

    Coach’s notes:

    I absolutely LOVE Courtney’s “yes I can attitude.” Everything was brand new to her and despite being unsure, she dove headfirst into training and actually did way more than she even knew she was capable of or knew she had the desire for. That is what can happen when you trust the process and your coaches. It is truly a beautiful thing. She was a part of my Beginner Triathlon Program (VIP version). SO SUPER PROUD of you COCO! You are a true ROCKSTAR Triathlete. Let’s get that Olympic done next!

    Age:

    31

    Profession:

    Hospitality/DJ

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

    My friend Matt Kush started training with Full Circle and completed three sprint triathlon within a few months. He spoke very highly of the team and told me they help people at all levels of their triathlon journey.

    What is your “A” race for this season?

    To complete at least one sprint triathlon a month and then hopefully do my first olympic distance triathlon!

    Please share your BIG goals:

    To complete an Olympic Distance Triathlon within 6 months!

    Tell me about your successes so far:

    Finished my first sprint triathlon and placed third in my age group!

    What were some of your biggest Improvements in performance for the each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. Please include any Personal Records and Goals achieved:

    1. Feeling confident to swim longer distances in open water
    2. Biking at a much faster pace
    3. Pacing my run- in my first sprint triathlon finished with my strongest time yet.

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

    1. Learning how to breathe properly when swimming
    2. Pacing my run/negative splits
    3. Taking private coaching sessions as well as group sessions

    What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?

    Being disciplined, staying fit and healthy, inspiring others to join, traveling to places to race, and the community the triathlon world brings.

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

    Full Circle Coaching is amazing at easing you into training. You never feel overwhelmed with the workouts. They customize a plan for you, so you are ready to become a triathlete!

    CURIOUS ABOUT FULL CIRCLE’S TRIATHLON TRANSFORMATION PROGRAMS?

    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of!
    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.

  • Blogs, Mindset

    Transformation Is a Process, Not an Event

    Transformation Is a Process, Not an Event

    I see so many people get frustrated with their triathlon training or healthy living plans.

    They try to follow their training programs and eat right for a little while.

    But then they give up when they don’t quickly, magically become what they want to be – a fast triathlete, thinner, stronger, etc.

    So, let me remind you: Transformation is not an event. It is a PROCESS. And that process is comprised of countless decisions and choices you make over time.

    These build on each other, bringing small changes that then manifest into the bigger results you’re seeking.

    I’m reminded of the Rule of 10,000 Hours, which Malcolm Gladwell wrote about in “Outliers.” He found that genius-level achievement is only possible after putting in that much time. (And don’t worry – you’re not trying to reach genius level, here!)

    This is true for any of the great athletes of our time.

    They did not start great!

    Mohamed Ali, Serena and Venus Williams, Mark Allen, Katie Ledecky, Michael Phelps, Michael Jordan

    It didn’t happen magically after they practiced for a few weeks, right?

    And, what’s best, you don’t have to spend 10,000 hours swimming, biking and running or eating clean to reach your goals. Remember, these athletes changed the world.

    You just want to change yourself.

    You’ve got to wrap your brain and your heart around this impactful idea: Success takes time, no matter what the endeavor.

    So develop your plans. Align your priorities. Do what you need to do to ensure that you’re following your training plan, eating right, managing stress, and maintaining a positive outlook on a daily basis.

    You’ll learn the intricacies of your body and mind. You’ll discover what moves the needle and what doesn’t. You’ll make progress along the way and learn to overcome disappointment and set backs as those are part of the process.

    The rest will come – IN TIME.

    Curious about Full Circle Coaching’s Triathlon Transformation program?
    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of. Use this link to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session Now! 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 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, Mindset

    It’s All About Action Not Motivation

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    Photo by Brett Jordan on Unsplash

    It’s All About Action Not Motivation

    Have you heard the expression, “Fake it till you make it” and wondered what that meant?

    It’s simple (and super-helpful).

    It just means that you need to do the right thing for yourself, whether you feel like it or not.

    When we’re talking about making healthy choices, you can’t always wait until you’re “motivated” or you might be waiting a long time.

    • Novelists don’t wait till they’re “motivated” or inspired. They get up and write every day.
    • Olympic athletes train every day, even when they don’t want to.
    • And you have to suit up and show up for your workouts and other healthy choices even when you’re more motivated only to get back in bed.

    In order to reach your goals, should you wait till you feel like doing the work – or buckle down and get it done, knowing you’ll feel so much better when it’s done?

    There’s really no choice.

    Curious about Full Circle’s Triathlon Transformation program?
    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of! Use this link to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session Now! 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 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 Jacquelyn Schwartz says “Full Circle Coaching Chose Me!”

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    Rockstar Triathlete Jacquelyn Schwartz says “Full Circle Coaching Chose Me!”

    Coach’s Notes:

    What a journey the last 2 years has taken us on and the results speak for themselves!

    I know the training and coaching program I offer here at Full Circle Coaching works, but to see it in action over the last 2 years up close with Coach Jac has been simply awesome.

    Jac, is so dedicated and shows up week after week, even when it was different and not what she was used to. Doing less volume to now have more energy, to change the way you fuel the body and your lifestyle to support your racing and training goals is tough! I know I have challenged your beliefs about what is truly possible for yourself, but I hope you can see now that anything is possible and you are such a sexy Rockstar Triathlete!

    I just want to say thank you so much for trusting the process, questioning everything and working together to get you where you are today! I could not be more proud of you!

    Age:

    25

    Profession:

    Triathlon and strength and conditioning coach

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

    I didn’t choose Full Circle, Full Circle chose me!
    I did choose Full Circle to work as a coach after earning my master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. But Full Circle chose me, in the sense that I did not realize that by working with and being a part of the team I would be fully transformed as an athlete myself.

    What is your “A” race for this season?

    Sprint Draft Legal World Championships on June 25

    Please share your BIG goals:

    My “dream goal” race time for Worlds is to break 1:10. And is it crazy to say I want to place in the top 10, podium in my age group?!

    Tell me about your successes so far:

    On May 8, I competed in my second race of 2022;
    The Girlz on Fire Sprint Triathlon in Clermont.
    I finished in 2nd place overall, 34 seconds behind 1st place.
    This was my first time on the podium in the overall category.
    I also ran a personal record for my 5k, 23:10, off the bike!

    What were some of your biggest Improvements in performance for the each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. Please include any Personal Records and Goals achieved:

    Swim– I have been a swimmer for 20 years, so this is my strength. But taking videos of my swimming form at the beginning of the year has helped identify weaknesses in my stroke that I have been improving with drills. Using the swim catch and pull resistance bands has also improved my strength in the water.

    Bike– My most recent power test was an all time best, FTP of 210 Watts
    Coach Erinne also taught me how to do a flying mount at Ultimate Tri Camp. I’m loving using my power meter to do my intervals and getting comfortable pushing harder on the bike.

    Run– I also have been taking videos of my running form and have significantly improved my run cadence by having cadence as a visible field on my Garmin watch. It surprises me how strong I am on the run, and getting faster, because I definitely have never identified myself as a runner, and still don’t always enjoy it!

    I have been running with Altra sneakers for almost 2 years pain free, and also doing my lower leg strengthening (I had constant ankle pain running for 3+ years before FC).

    Nutrition– This has been a huge one for me in the past 4 months. Participating in the Nutrition Essentials course has helped encourage me to eat real (not processed) organic foods, no added sugar, and to add some supplements to my routine like CreO2 and PerfectAminos.
    I sleep better and have lots of energy to train hard usually twice a day and focus at work. I feel and look sexy 😉

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

    1. Video analysis for form and technique correction, learning new skills
    2. The training program: swim, bike, and run field testing, believing in and giving energy to interval numbers for pace and power, and recovery
    3. Support and inspiration from the team of coaches and athletes

    What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?

    The Full Circle tribe is a community I am grateful to be a part of.
    Coaches and triathletes of all levels from beginner, to Ironman World Championship participants train together, support, teach, and learn from each other.
    I am most excited to contribute and benefit from this community’s energy, inspiration, and motivation.

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

    Hop off the fence, join us, you won’t regret it! There is something in triathlon for everyone.
    Whether you want to just be more active, be outside and enjoy nature more, or you do want to learn the skills and training philosophies to be competitive in racing, or anywhere in between, Full Circle Coaching is the perfect place for you.

    Curious about Full Circle’s Triathlon Transformation programs?

    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of! Use this link 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.

  • ROCKSTARS

    Overall a Really Good Experience; Rockstar Triathlete Wendy Whitlow

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    Overall a really good experience; Rockstar Triathlete Wendy Whitlow

    Coach’s Notes:

    Wendy, YOU DID IT, You’re a triathlete! As a total beginner Wendy is an awesome coachable athlete. Showing up to training and coach calls, taking notes asking questions, she was here for business.

    She also had a lot of FEAR about what was possible for her.

    As her coaches explained to her, skill and repetition yield confidence and motivation, with consistency you get better and better!

    Such is the case with Wendy!

    She mentions terrible results with regard to the amount of time parts of the race as compared with other athletes… but I want to remind you Wendy, this is a competition against yourself and seeing you come from zero to crossing the finish line was so sweet!

    Please own that and never forget that you can do anything you set your mind to. Thanks for choosing Full Circle Coaching for your journey!

    Age:

    55

    Profession:

    Training Manager at a call center

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

    It has been on my bucket list to complete a triathlon for over 5 years. After successfully losing a significant amount of weight… 150 pounds to be exact, with my best friend’s encouragement, we agreed to seek professional training. Her research led us to FCC.

    What is your “A” race for this season?

    The Miami 305 Sprint TRI

    Please share your BIG goals:

    Honestly my biggest goal was to make it out of the swim without having to be pulled out.

    And if I made it out, my other fear was conquering the Rickenbacker Causeway bridge. I had only done it once with Coach Jacqueline. Well twice over and back. I freaked out and walked my bike down the remaining way and she stayed by my side on the return. So my goal was to successfully complete without her or my best friend.

    Tell me about your successes so far:

    I made it out of the water and over the bridge. Times were terrible but my run was decent.

    What were some of your biggest Improvements in performance for the each of the following? Swim, Bike, Run, and Nutrition/Health. Please include any Personal Records and Goals achieved:

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

    1. Speed and run drills helped improve my running
    2. While I still have panic in the water, I have a better understanding of the mechanics and believe with practice I will only get better.

    What excites you the most about being involved in triathlon?

    The ability to push myself beyond what my brain thinks I could accomplish and being around a community of other athletes that are so supportive.

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

    I say if you can afford the investment, it is worth it, especially if you live in the Miami area. I had hoped to spend more time training with others for the accountability. Virtual training is good if it’s what you have to work with but I like someone who can give immediate feedback or corrections. When alone I didn’t have that. Overall, a really great experience.

    The group calls are great! I accomplished what I didn’t believe was possible. Especially with my swimming, learning to breathe properly is everything. I feel prepared and confident to complete a sprint distance triathlon!”

    – Wendy Whitlow

    Curious about Full Circle’s Beginner Triathlete Program?

    You too can become the triathlete you always dreamed of!

    Use this link to learn about our 6 week program to get ready for the July 4th Integrity Multisport Sprint Triathlon

    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.