November 01, 2021

77. Lessons I’ve learned from training for a half Ironman with Brian Clarke

34 minutes

I’ve been training for my first half Ironman since the end of June and it has been one of the best decisions of my life. The lessons I have learned along this remarkable journey have changed my way of thinking and I would not be where I am without today’s guest.

I’m so pumped to be bringing you the amazing coach that’s training with me, Brian Clarke. Brian is a certified Ironman triathlon coach with several qualifications and a phenomenal person. With over 30 years of professional experience in a variety of educational settings from all over the world, his leadership skills are at the absolute top of his field.

In this episode, we talk about Brian’s background and journey through teaching, leadership training, competing in triathlons, and coaching athletes. Brain absolutely loves working with people to get the best out of them.

A half ironman is a 1.9km swim, 90km bike ride, and a 21.1km run. The mental strength and resilience that are required when participating in individual endurance sports are absolutely essential in order to hold yourself accountable in training.

One of the biggest lessons that both Brian and I learned was to connect and listen to our bodies when they’re telling us to either keep pushing or rest. This insight is paralleled in both business and life. We all have to build a deep understanding of our bodies and mental energy to ensure we’re slowing down when we need to and avoid burning out.

Brian is an incredible individual leadership coach. He loves working with people who have no sports experience at all. He believes that anyone can compete as long as they put their mind to it, have the desire to improve, and dedicate themselves to their training.

Try to avoid the trap of comparing yourself to others. Sport has the ability to balance out strength throughout your body and mind. Brian wants to encourage all of us to just feel good about ourselves and continuously strive for our best.

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