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Episode 36

A breakthrough episode. We recorded while flying from Minneapolis to Amsterdam! We also welcomed the much referenced Jill Swarthout to the podcast. We discuss strategies on how to travel to races and events and be your best right away. Good times! Bumper music credits: Ray Covington "Jet Set" from the album "Monarch Butterfly".

By Kris Swarthout|2019-10-23T06:55:35-05:00October 23rd, 2019|0 Comments

Episode 35

Coach Kris sits down again with Devon Palmer, this time at the Play Tri store in Egan, MN. Kris and Devon talk about the struggles of finding a future as a pro in triathlon, the upcoming Ironman World Championships and in the end Devon does what he does best, shameless self promotion. Lot's of laughs [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2019-09-17T15:32:55-05:00September 17th, 2019|1 Comment

Episode 34

It's been way too long since Coach Kris and Coach Gaby have hung out and just chatted. In this episode they catch up on what has been going on this summer so far and what is to come. Lot's of laughs and a bit of insight. Bumper music credits: Spymob "It Gets Me Going" from the [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2019-07-25T10:24:32-05:00July 25th, 2019|0 Comments

Episode 33

Meet Richie Crowley, a former pro hockey player, turned wellness guru, now taking on a challenge called "The Wellness Ride" where he will be riding his bike across america in an effort to raise peoples awareness of how to live fuller and better lives. This kid has a bright future. Bumper music credits: Spymob "Give [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2019-06-25T16:23:35-05:00June 25th, 2019|0 Comments

Episode 32

We are back! On this episode we spend some time chatting with Tu Tran and Erin Ladendorf of the Wattie Ink team program. We discuss how and why the team was formed, what its purpose is and where its going in the future. Bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holiday" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2019-06-16T19:25:45-05:00June 14th, 2019|0 Comments

Episode 31

Felling sick lately, join the group. Dealing with illness and injury can be a huge obstacle for many athletes. Coach Kris and Coach Gaby discuss what you can do as an athlete and a coach to help get yourself or you're athlete through it. Now go wash you're hands. Bumper music credits: Spymob "2040" from [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2019-03-20T13:18:36-05:00March 20th, 2019|0 Comments

Episode 30

Devon Palmer drops in and chats with Coach Kris about his time in triathlon from MJET's to Pro Elite. The discussion leads to some fond memories about the good and hard times in triathlon. Both talk over the rise of social medias presence in the sport and it's roll going forward as well as Devon's [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2019-02-08T09:17:38-06:00February 8th, 2019|2 Comments

Episode 29

Coach Kris talks with world famous coach Bobby McGee! Bobby talks about his military background, growing up in South Africa, coaching pre and post apartheid and what one thing long course age groupers can do to run better at the Ironman distance. We also drop a bomb and reveal what Bobby's real name is! Bumper music [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2019-01-10T22:39:52-06:00January 10th, 2019|0 Comments

Episode 28

Coach Gaby and Coach Kris call on Coach and friend Ian Murray. Together the gang talks about life in Detroit, Bob Seger concerts, Ian's connection to Eminem, retirement pathways for coaches and how to talk to athletes about going pro. Bumper music credits: Spymob "Fly Fly Fishing Rod" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score".

By Kris Swarthout|2018-12-13T16:25:54-06:00December 13th, 2018|0 Comments

Episode 27

Happy Thanksgiving! In our holiday edition Coach Gaby and Coach Kris talk about the transition from in season to off season training. They touch on the topics of Turkey Trots, binge watching on the trainer and balancing your eating, training and family. We also are very grateful to our new bumper music band Spymob! Bumper music [...]

By Kris Swarthout|2018-11-21T14:02:40-06:00November 21st, 2018|1 Comment