Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes
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| 185: IRONMAN Texas Overall AG Male, Kona Podium, ANDREW HALL | 17 Jun 2025 | 01:26:54 | |
Want to hear how one of the best age group males train in each sport? Listen in! FOLLOW Andrew Here! https://www.instagram.com/andrewtrihall/?hl=en ---- Find out more about Coach Steve HERE https://insidethebigring.org/ www.madisonmultisport.com
Check out Coach Steve’s IRONMAN and 70.3 Training Plans you can BUY! https://shorturl.at/w4kmv
If you are into PODCASTS, CLICK HERE!!! https://insidethebigring.org/podcast | |||
| 184: FULL Training Talk w/ Kinley Bollinger (St George 70.3 Overall AG Women's Champ) | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:52:01 | |
Winner of 70.3 AG St George Women's race Kinley Bollinger came on the podcast and we had a great chat about her development in triathlon and climbing through the ranks! NO SWIM or BIKE background! and look at where she is now! We deep dive into all of her training and it was honestly impressive. Such a hard worker! Hope you enjoy the conversation! Follow Kinley here! https://www.instagram.com/kinleybtriathlete/?hl=en --- Find out more about Coach Steve HERE https://insidethebigring.org/ www.madisonmultisport.com
Check out Coach Steve’s IRONMAN and 70.3 Training Plans you can BUY! https://shorturl.at/w4kmv
If you are into PODCASTS, CLICK HERE!!! https://insidethebigring.org/podcast | |||
| #175: Interview w/ Jackie Hering! IRONMAN & 70.3 CHAMPION, Pro Series Runner Up! | 16 Jan 2025 | 01:01:07 | |
We have an amazing interview with Jackie Herning! We talk on alot of topics! 1) Leading and almost winning the IRONMAN Pro Series (2nd Place) 2) Having two children, then returning to professional racing in a new landscape 3) How she deals with self doubt and comparison 4) Detail into her training 5) Longevity in the sport! How to keep training fun and enjoyable but still productive 6) Setting up goals for 2025! Follow Jackie Below! https://www.instagram.com/jackiemhering/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/@jackieheringtri
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| #174: Building a High Performance Athlete | 06 Dec 2024 | 00:48:11 | |
In this podcast, Coach Steve talks about 70.3 Worlds and traveling to the race and what to expect on race day The main part of the podcast Coach Steve talks about a new athlete and the process of seeing this athlete achieve huge results in 2025! Find more about Coach Steve and his Podcast and Coaching Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@StevenBrandesWI https://www.instagram.com/stevenbrandes/ You can email Steve at Steven.Brandes at Outlook dot com if you have any questions! | |||
| #173: Why and How are Athletes getting so FAST! w/ Coach Liz Waterstraat | 19 Nov 2024 | 01:02:52 | |
Coach Liz from Multisport Mastery comes on the podcast and talks about her race at IRONMAN Florida where she podiumed and earned her Kona Slot! We talk alot about her findings from training and racing the IRONMAN distance again and we dive into athlete performance! Learn more about Liz at https://multisportmastery.com/ https://www.msmjhccoaching.com/about-us
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| #172: PRO Debrief....IRONMAN, T100,ITU w/ Eric Engel | 14 Nov 2024 | 00:59:21 | |
Eric Engel joins the podcast and we talk all things T100 and IRONMAN PRO Series!
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| #171 Kona Race Recap and Goal Setting and Training | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:48:30 | |
Kona World Champs happened and it was awesome! Coach Steve recaps the pro race and the dynamics that occured! Coach Steve also talks about how to develop short term and long term goals and how to develop a season within using your goals for swim, bike, and run. If you have any questions reach out! www.insidethebigring.org/coaching | |||
| #170: What kind of athlete are you? | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:29:22 | |
Are you looking to break out of a pleatau? are you doing the same fall training as you've always done? Maybe you are doing too little, taking too much time off Maybe you need to spend more time address your weakness. Do you know your strength and weaknesses? This podcast takes you through it. ---- If you are looking for a coach, find more information here!
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| #169: Off Season Blues, Lack of Discipline, Michigan 70.3, USAT Nationals | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:39:25 | |
Whats the difference between Motivation and Discipline? Michigan 70.3 Recap USAT Nationals Recap Off Season Blues How to over come them How to train during this time
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| #168 Training Talk, IRONMAN AG Win and Kona Qualifier | 10 Sep 2024 | 01:01:26 | |
In this podcast we talk about 2 athletes, MIchael and Leah and how they trained to earn their big races at IM Lake Placid and IM Wisconsin. Michael had his career best IM Race, running a 3:11 Marathon and Leah raced her first IM and came away with a 4th place and Kona Slot! Both trained very different and we dive into their training. Find more information about Coach Steve at
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| #167: All Things IRONMAN Wisconsin! | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:53:19 | |
Today Coach Liz Waterstraat and myself talk all thing IRONMAN Wisconsin! We cover the course, the colder temps, DOs and DONTs on each of the 3 legs of the race. You can find Coach Liz at Multisport Mastery https://multisportmastery.com/ https://www.instagram.com/msmjhccoaching/ You can find more podcasts and info about Coach Steve at and
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| #166: Overall Wins, Podiums, 70.3 and IM Key Workouts, QnA | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:47:26 | |
This podcast is actions packed :) 1) We are with question and answer on a variety of topics! 2) 3 key sessions for Swim, Bike, and Run! 3) We talk about 2 athlete's training where they won overall races and podiums!
If you have any questions you want to submit, consultations, or coaching. Visit www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #183: Unbound 200 Race Recap! | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:43:30 | |
Here it is... My Unbound 200 race recap ------------- Find out more about Coach Steve HERE https://insidethebigring.org/ www.madisonmultisport.com
Check out Coach Steve’s IRONMAN and 70.3 Training Plans you can BUY! https://shorturl.at/w4kmv
If you are into PODCASTS, CLICK HERE!!! https://insidethebigring.org/podcast
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| #165. Sports Nutrition w/ Kyla Channell | 07 Jun 2024 | 01:26:20 | |
This was a great podcast with one of the best sports dieticans ive met and worked with. Kyla thrives on the performance of endurance athletes and her results with athletes speak for themself
Nutritional Revolution Instagram Nutritional Revolution Podcast ------------- KYLA CHANNELL FOUNDER, MS Nutrition & Human Performance BOOK 1:1 COACHING PACKAGE BOOK PREMIUM PACKAGECredentials
Kyla is a Degreed Nutritional Practitioner, specializing in elite athlete fueling for each unique sport and sex differences between athletes. Sports Nutrition is a constantly changing field due to all the new scientific research coming out. It’s important to know which journal article results are actually relevant and statistically significant for a client. Kyla keeps up to date on the latest scientific research, attending monthly conferences and webinars to keep her athletes informed and performing their best. Not only does Kyla work one-on-one with clients, but she also gives Nutrition Seminars to teams and gyms (Click here to request a seminar). THROUGH WORKSHOPS, ONE-ON-ONE CONSULTS AND MEAL PLANS, KYLA SPECIALIZES IN HELPING CLIENTS WITH THE FOLLOWING:
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| #164. High Performance and Mental Health w/ Kristen Radtke | 31 May 2024 | 01:13:42 | |
Learn more about Kristen here! Clear Path Counseling and Wellness: https://www.clearpathmadison.com/ Mental Edge Racing: https://www.mentaledgeracing.com/ Kristen Radtke is a Licensed Professional Counselor, High Performance Coach, and competitive triathlete dedicated to holistic, body-centered psychotherapy and high performance for sport, work, and life. Kristen owns and directs two practices in Madison, Wisconsin: Clear Path Counseling and Wellness and Mental Edge Racing. In both practices, she focuses on helping people optimize their mind-body connection to promote healing and personal change. As a therapist at Clear Path, Kristen specializes in treating trauma, attachment disturbance, mood disorders, and relationship dynamic issues. In her work with endurance sport athletes at Mental Edge Racing, Kristen trains individuals, groups, and teams in psychophysical techniques to optimize performance. In both her clinical practice and her athletic coaching, Kristen frequently employs meditation and mindfulness techniques to help clients accept and skillfully work with whatever arises in their minds, bodies, and lives. Trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Zen Meditation, and Athletic Performance Enhancement, Kristen’s passion lies in helping people develop insight into the complex interplay of their psychological, emotional, and physical systems. Kristen believes the development of embodied insight to be a crucial aspect of any discipline or craft. Both Clear Path Counseling and Wellness and Mental Edge Racing frequently host workshops, training clinics and retreats in the United States and Europe. In addition to private sessions for individuals, couples and families, Kristen offers therapeutic movement classes, group psychotherapy, and meditation retreats. She works with public and private organizations, community agencies, colleges, and universities to deliver customized wellness programs, and seminars. As a consultant for mental health providers, Kristen conducts supervision, intake evaluation research, level of care assessments, and program efficacy research. | |||
| #163. Building the Engine: St George and Panama City 70.3 Podiums | 23 May 2024 | 00:50:14 | |
In this podcast, we talk about 3 of my athletes and the training they did that went into their podium performances!
(Scroll to the bottom to submit questions!) https://insidethebigring.org/podcast https://www.instagram.com/insidethebigring/
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| #162. Winning IRONMAN California and Creating Experiences w/ Kristen Yax | 28 Apr 2024 | 00:53:08 | |
The amazing Kristen Yax joins us and talks through alot of wonderful topics! 1) Zwift Tri Academy Team 2) Switching Coaches to Mirinda "Rinnny" Carfrae 3) Changes in Training 4) Winning IRONMAN California and 70.3 Oregon 5) How to continue when you've accomplished so much | |||
| #161: Quick Hits (Aero Upgrades, Injured Runner, 70.3 sessions, Trail Running) | 19 Apr 2024 | 00:33:18 | |
In this episode we go through questions in a rapid fire! Thank you for sending in the questions, if you have more please send them to (Scroll to the bottom to submit questions!) https://insidethebigring.org/podcast https://www.instagram.com/insidethebigring/
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| #160: Getting Faster as you Age, Running Faster, Zwift Racing! | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:32:33 | |
Deep dive into coaching topics! 1) Coming off of a big running injury, what did we change to allow this athlete to run 2 personal bests in the 5k and training! 2) As we age, how should we adjust training to accompany this? In this topic, we had a hard conversation on how we train, turning one's idtenity around, and what are metrics we use to gauge progress. 3) Is Zwift Racing helpful for triathletes? If so, how do you structure it into the training program? If you have anymore questions, reach out | |||
| #159 IRONMAN/t100 Series, Gwen and Olympics, Coaching Talk w/ Coach Liz Waterstraat | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:59:23 | |
This was a fun conversation with legendary guest Coach Liz comes back on the podcast for the 3rd time to talk all things triathlon racing and coaching. 1)How do you develop someone to push harder 2) Thoughts on the IRONMAN and t100 series 3) Olympics 4) Will Gwen make the Olympic Team 5) What is needed to race well 6) What do athletes get wrong about coaching 7) What do coaches get wrong about coaching https://www.instagram.com/liz.waterstraat/?hl=en https://multisportmastery.com/ Great conversation Great topics | |||
| #158. Bike Focused Off Season, February Training | 16 Feb 2024 | 00:31:13 | |
In this off season, Coach Steve talks through his big changes he's made to his training this off season and the improvements he's seen so far! www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #157: FTP Training and Importance for Triathletes | 01 Feb 2024 | 00:23:44 | |
In this episode we talk on FTP training and how to direct your training after an FTP Test. Understanding what is your FTP Why is developing FTP so important for Triathletes How long should you be able to hold it Is FTP a number or a range Different training models to train it How to use FTP to determine 70.3 power | |||
| #156: January Workouts (Tabatas, Hills, Swim Drills) | 11 Jan 2024 | 00:32:21 | |
What kind of workouts SHOULD/COULD you be doing in Janruary? Bike: Vo2 Max Tabatas Run: Hill Sprints Swim: Specific Swim Drills Listen more and if you have any questions, check out www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #182: Seth Rider, 2024 Olympic Silver Medalist. Training Talk, Key Session, Olympic Experience | 06 May 2025 | 01:07:20 | |
Seth Rider is on the podcast and we had alot to talk about! How he got to become an Olympian How long it took! What was his training like in the lead up to the Olympics Olympic Experience and winning the Silver Medal Transitionining to 70.3 Racing How his training has changed We talk alot of sessions and volumes he does Follow Seth on Instagram below! https://www.instagram.com/rethsider/?hl=en | |||
| #155: What testing to avoid in the off season! | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:29:22 | |
We talk through off season testing for swim, bike, and run and what tests are best to do in each sport and how to progress it!
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| #154 Power at Vo2 Max Goal setting, Fat Loss, Swim Analysis | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:45:54 | |
This is a 3 part podcast where we tackle 3 topics 1) 3 day swim analysis 2) Fatloss process 3) identifying limiters, using vo2 max as a way to predict FTP growth | |||
| #153 Wind Tunnel Testing and Base Training Workouts | 07 Dec 2023 | 00:41:25 | |
LETS GO! Here is the wind tunnel episode where we talk about the results of my wind tunnel testing and also talk about base training sessions you should think about doing! If you have any questions, let me know! www.insidethebigring.com | |||
| #152: Nicole Heininger. Creating Change. Having Fun. Winning Nationals | 22 Nov 2023 | 01:20:01 | |
The interview finally happened! Nicole and I sat down for an interview and talked through her 2023 breakthough season. How it started and what all took place. Hope you enjoy! www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #151 6 Podiums, 3 wins at 70.3 Muncie. Learn how! | 06 Oct 2023 | 00:33:12 | |
6 podiums 3 age group wins 2 2nd place finishes 1 4th! Learn the in and outs of how these athletes trained and developed for these performances! Looking for coaching? www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #150 Podium at IRONMAN Chattanooga | 28 Sep 2023 | 00:43:11 | |
Coach Steve got to race at IRONMAN Chatty and he breaks down the training he did, pacing, power, and nutrition strategy used. If you're looking for coaching in 2024 and beyond, let me know here! www.insidethebigring.org/ | |||
| #149: Winning Age Group Nationals Overall | 10 Aug 2023 | 00:43:32 | |
Huge weekend at AG Nationals. 7 Podiums 3 Top 3 Overall 1 Pro Card Qualification 1 Overall Win www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #148. No Quit and Swim Faster | 14 Jul 2023 | 00:24:04 | |
We get into Age Group Nationals, Door County, Swim Consultation, and some training talk!
Youtube IMWI Moment Video on Hill Training https://youtu.be/T5PQOQ3KYVI | |||
| #147 Which Path to 70.3 Greatness? | 29 Jun 2023 | 00:28:50 | |
A good question came from one our listeners about which direction of training and racing is best for 70.3 training made this episode possible! | |||
| #146: Stop applying the same boring stimulus | 22 Jun 2023 | 00:32:04 | |
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| #181, Improving Run and HIP DRIVEN Swim Talk and IRONMAN CHATTY Training | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:26:54 | |
181 is filled with triathlon training but alsoa discussion into swim technique and the best approach to developling a swim stroke! Find out more about Coach Steve HERE
YOUTUBE Channel https://www.youtube.com/@StevenBrandesTRI
Check out Coach Steve’s IRONMAN and 70.3 Training Plans you can BUY!
If you are into PODCASTS, CLICK HERE!!! https://insidethebigring.org/podcast
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| #145: Race Confidence, Bike Aerodynamics, Key 70.3 Sessions, Pressure, Race Nutrition | 08 Jun 2023 | 01:08:36 | |
Athletes Michael Ross and Mark Lund come on the podcast and we talk on alot of topics, hope you enjoy! Jim Manton's Video ------ Dr Alex Harrison Nutrition Video --- www.insidethebigring.org
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| #144: Threshold and Aerobic Training | 25 May 2023 | 00:34:59 | |
Here we go! Race Season is here!! Take a listen to the beginning phases of sub 10 hours at IM Chatty on 10 hours a week of training! We dive into Threshold training, low cadence, big rides. If you're interested in coaching or a consultation, follow the link! www.insidethebigring.org
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| #143. Huge Vo2 Max Training Block, FTP Improvement! | 06 Apr 2023 | 00:28:41 | |
I needed a change, a big new stimulus to the system after years of the same FTP. So for 3 weeks, I did a big Vo2 max block to see if it would move the needle...and it did! Hope you enjoy! www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #142 Building Your Race Nutrition/Hydration Plan w/ Dr Alex Harrison | 15 Mar 2023 | 01:21:40 | |
Dr. Alex Harrison, creator of the amazing day-to-day nutrition app Saturday Morning gives you updated nutrition guidance on your day to day training. https://www.saturdaymorning.fit/
Alex also has a very good youtube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@SaturdayProFuelAndHydration/featured
Check him out on Instagram as well https://www.instagram.com/dr_alex_harrison/?hl=en
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| #141: Getting Aero w/ Mark Lund (Kona Qualifier) | 12 Mar 2023 | 00:50:19 | |
Mark went to visit one of the best bike fitters and aerodynamicists, Jim Manton or ERO Sports. (https://erohighperformance.com/) We also talk about his latest bike lactate testing and the training we will be doing with the results. Hope you enjoy! www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #140: Athlete Review: Don't just make TRAININGPEAKS Green | 17 Feb 2023 | 00:26:56 | |
Sign up for a coaching consultation or coaching! https://insidethebigring.org/coaching | |||
| #139: New Vo2 Max Intervals, Run Mileage, Training Update | 10 Feb 2023 | 00:36:19 | |
More info can be found at www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #138 3x World Champs Podium- Michael Ross on ALL THINGS TRAINING | 19 Dec 2022 | 01:15:55 | |
Michael has been on the podium 3xs at the 70.3 and IM world championships. -- He's also showing no signs of slowing down. We dive into his training and mental outlook and how thats changed as he's progressed in the sport find out more at www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #137: The Training to Qualify for Kona World Champs w/ Eric Smithback | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:50:37 | |
This is a training talk! We dive into the training that Eric did on his build to IMLP where he qualified as well as the training for Kona in 2022. Hope you enjoy! www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #136 Kona, Norwegian Training for Age Groupers w/ Liz Waterstraat | 06 Dec 2022 | 01:03:16 | |
Coach Liz from Multisport Mastery (www.multisportmastery.com)(Instagram: @MSMJHCCoaching) came on the podcast and we talked about Norwegian Training and it is applicable to age group athletes At the end, we also talk about aging athletes and a small coaching discussion Hope you enjoy it! www.insidethebigring.org | |||
| #180: Training Behind the Podiums at Oceanside | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:44:46 | |
We do a deep dive into two athlete's training leading into Oceanside and what it took to earn those podiums!
Find out more about Coach Steve HERE https://insidethebigring.org/ www.madisonmultisport.com
Check out Coach Steve’s IRONMAN and 70.3 Training Plans you can BUY! https://shorturl.at/w4kmv
If you are into PODCASTS, CLICK HERE!!! https://insidethebigring.org/podcast | |||
| #135: Workouts to do in December | 23 Nov 2022 | 00:30:58 | |
Are you looking for some training ideas for December? Are you in a plateau and not sure how to get out of it? Give these workouts a try and they may help! Order your Zoot Kits here! https://custom.zootsports.com/InsideTheBigRing24191 Inside The Big Ring Youtube Channel
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| #134 Training Run Speed, Improving Body Comp, ZOOT KITS!!! | 18 Nov 2022 | 00:38:09 | |
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Check out Mike Gorski here! | |||
| #133: Kona IRONMAN World Champs Recap | 21 Oct 2022 | 00:33:43 | |
We recap the 2022 IRONMAN World Champs. | |||
| #132: Building a Champion, High Level Cyclist to Triathlete | 11 Oct 2022 | 00:42:29 | |
As a coach, I love talking about athlete development and the different ways athletes get to the top. In this podcast, I talk about how a high-level cyclist got into triathlon and how we developed his swimming and running to be a top age-group athlete! If you're interested in coaching, send me a message at www.insidethebigring.org | |||