This week we are talking with Mark Wilson. Mark is a highly-accomplished triathlete and coach with more than 25 years of experience. As an athlete, Mark has achieved success as an Ironman 70.3 World Championship Finisher and an eight-time finisher in the Ironman USA Lake Placid with a P.R. of 10:59:40. Other career highlights include: nine-time finisher in the S.O.S Triathlon, Escape from Alcatraz Qualifier, Westchester Triathlon and he is a nine-time USAT All-American. Mark is the founder of Wilson Endurance sports, a nationally renowned coach and race director for the past 25 years, creating 20 different races throughout NY and CT.

In this conversation, Mark Wilson shares his journey from a competitive athlete to a successful race director and coach in the triathlon community. We discuss the challenges of race directing, the importance of understanding triathlon distances, and the training mistakes he's learned from over the years. Mark emphasizes the significance of running in triathlon training and the emotional complexities surrounding nutrition, particularly for women. His insights provide valuable lessons for both aspiring triathletes and seasoned athletes. We discuss the importance of sustainable nutrition, long-term health goals, emotional well-being, and the role of creativity in maintaining happiness. We explore effective training strategies for triathletes, the significance of heart rate training, and his unique practice of incorporating faith into racing events.

Instagram: @coachmarkwilson
Website: coachmarkwilson.com

Chapters

00:00 Triathlon Journey
01:54 Evolution and Challenges of Race Directing
09:47 Triathlon Distances
13:44 Training Insights and Mistakes
24:47 Mystery of Nutrition
26:10 Over-Distance Training
29:35 Importance of Pacing
30:03 Evolution of Running Performance
32:43 Balancing Strength and Enjoyment
34:03 Coaching Insights
36:19 Nutrition
38:59 Long-Term Goals vs. Short-Term Fixes
43:12 Emotional Side of Fitness
49:29 Balancing Swim, Bike, and Run Training
50:06 Training for Olympic Distance Triathlons
54:37 Understanding Heart Rate Training
01:01:27 The Role of Faith in Racing
01:09:30 Advice for New Athletes

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🏋️ Co-Movement Gym is a private movement facility in Oriskany Falls, NY offering Individualized Coaching, and Remote Programming to the best humans on the planet. We have worked with thousands of clients around the world for over 14 years.

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Keywords: triathlon, race directing, coaching, training mistakes, nutrition, endurance sports, athlete journey, event management, Ironman, race distances, nutrition, dieting, long-term goals, emotional well-being, creativity, triathlon training, heart rate training, faith in racing, race experiences, first-time runners

This week we're talking with Dr. Steven Giannopoulos about the carnivore diet. We cover the implications of dietary choices on health, the role of plants and animal products, and the importance of individual needs in nutrition. Dr. G shares his personal experiences with the carnivore diet, its benefits for brain health, and the significance of fasting. We also discuss common concerns about micronutrients, the red meat cancer narrative, and the impact of diet on athletic performance.

00:00 Carnivore Diet
06:40 Individualized Nutrition
13:31 Autoimmunity and Plant Sensitivities
20:18 Gut-Brain Connection and Mental Clarity
27:31 Fasting Benefits
34:05 Science of Fasting
39:23 Cellular Health
44:20 Fasting and Nutritional Choices
45:29 Micronutrients: Animal vs. Plant Sources
51:14 Debunking Red Meat Myths
54:20 Athletic Performance and Diet Adaptation

Dr. G
Web: drsteveng.com
Instagram: @drsteveng

Co-Movement Gym
Web: co-movement.com/
Instagram: @co_movementhq
Email: info@co-movement.com

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🏋️ Co-Movement Gym is a private movement facility in Oriskany Falls, NY offering Individualized Coaching, and Remote Programming to the best humans on the planet. We have worked with thousands of clients around the world for over 14 years.

For coaching inquiries email: info@co-movement.com
🔗 Website: https://www.co-movement.com/
Instagram: @co_movementhq

Keywords

carnivore diet, health, nutrition, fasting, autoimmunity, brain health, micronutrients, red meat, athletic performance

This week we are talking with Tara Dower. Tara is an ultramarathon trail runner completing some of the most well-known races on the planet such as the Hardrock 100 miler, Black Canyon 100k, Devil Dog Ultra, Ohio Backyard Ultra running 170 miles, and she has thru hiked the 211 mile John Muir Trail. Tara recently set the fastest known time on the 2190 mile Appalachian Trail completing it in 40 days, 18 hours and 6 minutes, averaging a mind boggling 56.4 miles per day and breaking the prior record by 13 ½ hours. Taras goal during the Appalachian Trail FKT was to raise $20,000 for the nonprofit, Girls on the Run. Her hope was to inspire women and girls to go for that tough goal no matter if it’s with running or in life. The very night she finished the AT at 11:53pm, they hit her goal of $20,000. Since the word has gotten out about this record, people have shown up and donated an additional $31,000 bringing the total to $51,203. Her primary sponsor, Altra, has also decided to give $45,000 bringing the grand total to $95,153 as of November 13.

Instagram: @tara.dower

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@taratreks

Website: tara-treks.com/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tara Dower and Her Achievements

03:13 The Role of the Crew in FKT Attempts

06:04 Nutrition and Caloric Needs During the FKT

09:07 Tara's Running Background and Evolution

11:57 Mentality and Mindset in Endurance Events

14:49 Weather Challenges During the Appalachian Trail FKT

17:58 Overcoming Low Points and Hallucinations

20:23 Hallucinations and Mental Challenges During Ultra Running

22:16 The Last Push: Overcoming Exhaustion

26:09 Recovery After the FKT: Physical and Mental Effects

29:44 Life Changes Post-Achievement: New Opportunities

32:27 Fundraising Success: Supporting Girls on the Run

33:30 Working with Sponsors: Building Relationships

34:32 Future Goals: Speed and New Challenges

38:54 Trail Nicknames: The Story Behind 'Candy Mama'

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🏋️ Co-Movement Gym is a private movement facility in Oriskany Falls, NY offering Individualized Coaching, and Remote Programming to the best humans on the planet. We have worked with thousands of clients around the world for over 13 years.

For coaching inquiries email: info@co-movement.com

🔗 Website: https://www.co-movement.com/

Instagram: @co_movementhq